A virus has forced England to stay away from St George's Par

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England have been forced to stay away from St George's Park due to a suspected stomach virus.

Roy Hodgson's senior squad were due to assemble at the National Football Centre in Burton-upon-Trent on Tuesday ahead of friendlies against Chile and Germany but alternative plans have now been made.

The Under-21s, who are preparing for Euro 2015 qualifiers against Finland and San Marino, were already on site but they have now been moved to new accommodation.

It is believed the virus was brought into the hotel from outside and the Football Association and Hilton acted immediately in taking the precautionary measure to remove players and staff.

There is no indication of it being a health or hygiene issue related to the hotel's operation and, while the teams have been moved, the site has not been closed while the cause is being investigated.

It will also not affect the England team staying at St George's Park in the future.