Everton fullback Leighton Baines is being released from England's squad after picking up an injury last night.

Baines is to return to Everton after picking up a knock in England's 4-0 win over Lithuania on Friday night.

The Blues left-back played the full 90 minutes in the Euro 2016 qualifying victory but a minor back injury means he will now return ahead of schedule.

The Three Lions have a friendly in Italy on Tuesday but, according to national team boss Roy Hodgson, Baines was likely to be rested even before picking up his injury.