Tottenham midfielder Scott Parker is playing with an Achilles injury.
The Mirror says England manager Fabio Capello admits he is having to manage the Tottenham midfielder Parker's injury - and will leave him out of the side for Tuesday's friendly against Sweden.
The condition is a worry for the 31-year-old - who missed a chunk of last season because of a shoulder injury - ahead of next summer's Euro 2012 finals.
"He's got some problems with his Achilles. Always," confirmed Capello. "He needs time. I want to respect the clubs with these friendly games."