Phil Jones Injury: Updates on Manchester United Star's Status and Return

Phil Jones was forced off during Manchester United's 2-1 win over Watford on Nov. 21 due to a twisted ankle and missed multiple matches. However, he has returned to full fitness.

Continue for updates.

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Jones Returns vs. Bournemouth

Saturday, Dec. 12

United confirmed Jones' appearance off the bench in place of Paddy McNair.

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Defender's Career Restricted by Injuries

Jones has failed to get a clear run in the Manchester United squad since joining from Blackburn Rovers in 2011.

The England international continues to show great promise, and former boss Sir Alex Ferguson previously said he has the potential to be one of the club's greatest players, as reported by the Press Association's Simon Stone (h/t MailOnline).

However, Jones has seen his development curbed by absenteeism, and his most recent setback is just the latest in a long line of disappointments.

Jones has featured in just seven games in the Premier League and Europe combined this term, according to WhoScored.com.

The defender has fallen behind Chris Smalling in manager Louis van Gaal's pecking order, and injuries have made it even more difficult for him to cement a place in the Manchester United first team.

Jones has the talent to be a leader for United and England, but he will have to show better consistency when it comes to avoiding injury.