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Phil Jones: I'm a centre-back

Jones: I'm a centre-back
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Phil Jones says that he sees himself ending up in central defence as his career develops.

Manchester United utility player Phil Jones has said that he sees himself ending up in central defence as his career develops.

The 19-year-old has been played at right-back, midfield and centre-half by Alex Ferguson since moving from Blackburn Rovers for £16.5m in the summer.

Jones also started in midfield when he was selected for England's recent friendlies with Spain and Sweden.

"My favourite position is centre-back and I think that's where I'll end up as my career develops," Jones said.

"Hopefully in time I'll nail down a regular place in a set position although, for now, I'm just happy to play football.

"But versatility is always an advantage. It allows you to play more. I don't see how it could be a disadvantage. The only positions I've never played in are left midfield, left-back and goalkeeper."

Jones's versatility was recently praised by Fabio Capello after England's 1-0 win over Sweden.

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