Gareth Barry's England days are over, says Roy Hodgson

Manchester City midfielder Gareth Barry may not feature in the England squad ever again after Roy Hodgson said that he cannot pick too many players for the midfield who are in their thirties.

Barry won his 53rd cap last May against Norway and an injury ruled him out of the Euro 2012.

Hodgson instead prefers players like Steven Gerrard, Frank Lampard, Micahel Carrick, Scott Parker and Leon Osman who are all past their 30.

“When I see him [Barry] play I realise he is a good player,” Hodgson said. “Unfortunately he missed out in the Euros through injury, we went with other players, who have cemented their place. Furthermore people like Carrick have come on to the scene. It is really a question of how many central midfield players you can have.” he added.

Source: ESPN