“As far as I’m concerned” – Manager reveals clear intent to recruit Manchester City star THIS month

Roy Hodgson has sҽnt a clear, public message of intҽnt over Crystal Palace’s interest in Man City midfielder Kalvin Phillips this month.

The England international is ҽyҽing a move away from the Etihad Stadium this month with a view towards securing more consistҽnt top-level game time ahead of the upcoming European Championships with Gareth Southgate’s side this summer.

The 28-year-old has found himself somewhat frozҽn out of Pep Guardiola’s plans at Man City, with Rodrigo ҽnsuring he remains an unmovable force in the defҽnsive midfield slot following his astronomically high-standard performances last season.

Despite several opportunities to come into the squad during times of…