Manchester United defender Phil Jones has revealed that he wants to play as a centre-back for the club, but admits that he will be happy to just be in the side.

The England international has earned mass plaudits for his versatility in recent seasons, with the former Blackburn Rovers man featuring at right-back, defensive midfield and centre-back.

"I have said from day one I see myself as a centre-back," Jones told reporters.

"But if I am asked to play in midfield or at right-back I am happy to do so. As long as I am in the team, it doesn't matter whether I am in goal.

"Of course, towards the middle and end of my career I will want to start cementing a place in a certain position, but at the moment I am happy."

Jones joined United in 2011.

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Matt Cotton