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England manager Roy Hodgson has no concerns over the general fitness of striker Wayne Rooney

Image: Wayne Rooney: Not a cause of concern for England boss Roy Hodgson

England manager Roy Hodgson is adamant he has no concerns over the general fitness of Wayne Rooney and says the striker remains central to his World Cup plans.

He added: "I'd dispute the fact he wasn't fit at the Euros. "What he does in pre-season is a matter for Sir Alex Ferguson and his club. I can't make Wayne Rooney fit. "I hope to see him in the United team fit and playing well, so I can welcome him back into the England squad."

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