Mason Greenwood pulls out of England squad to recover fully from injury

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Mason Greenwood has withdrawn from England’s provisional squad for Euro 2020 to “recover fully from an underlying injury”, Manchester United have said.

The forward was named in Gareth Southgate’s 33-man squad that is being trimmed to 26 players on Tuesday. He played for United in the Europa League final last week, being replaced by Fred 10 minutes into extra time.

© Photograph: Dave Thompson/Reuters Mason Greenwood’s appearances for Manchester United were carefully managed through the 2020-21 season, the club said.

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United said the unspecified injury has also prevented Greenwood from going to the Under-21 European Championship in March.

“Mason’s club appearances were managed carefully to maintain his availability through the intensive 2020-21 Premier League and Europa League schedules,” United said.

“But a further spell of tournament football would not be beneficial and Mason will remain at Manchester United to recuperate and prepare for pre-season training.”

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