England manager Roy Hodgson has dismissed speculation that John Terry could come out of international retirement for this summer's World Cup in Brazil.
The Chelsea centre-back has received high praise for his performances in the Premier League this season, which had resulted in reports that he could be prepared to end his Three Lions exile, should Hodgson require his services.
However, having qualified for the tournament without the 33-year-old, Hodgson has admitted that he has no plans to recall him.
"John has retired. As far as I'm concerned that is the situation. We've got along without him for the whole of the qualification, and quite a few friendly matches, and we'll have to get along without him in the future. As far as I'm concerned, retirement is retirement," he told reporters.
"You respect that when players retire. We move on. We moved on after the first qualification game when John Terry limped through [against Moldova]. Since that time we have got on with it and have chosen the players who are available, who have represented us well in my opinion and so we'll continue with that."
Terry announced his retirement from international duty in September 2012.
Liam Apicella
