Smalling has served his suspension and will be available for Friday's match with Southampton.

Smalling missed United's Premier League opener against Bournemouth through suspension. Although Smalling is available, Eric Bailly and Daley Blind are expected to start at centre-back for United.

Smalling returned to training with the group as normal this week, according to manager Jose Mourinho. Despite that, Smalling is still suspended for United's opening match.

It's unknown what kind of route Mourinho will take with his new back line, but it's hard not to see him giving first preference to Smalling. Once Smalling returns, he'll once again be a top option on the Red Devils as his first match could be a home game against Southampton.

Smalling is suspended for Manchester United's Premier League opener against Bournemouth due to the red card he picked up in the FA Cup final back in May, the club confirmed Friday.

Earlier reports indicated that Smalling would be able to serve his suspension during the Community Shield against Leicester City, but apparently that is not the case, forcing manager Jose Mourinho to use a patchwork central defense for the opener. Phil Jones could start in his place, as could Daley Blind, alongside Eric Bailly.

Smalling was taken to the hospital after feeling unwell and falling while on holiday in Bali, reports Sky Sports.

Manchester United confirmed that the defender was feeling the effects of food poisoning and fainted. The club added that the England player was feeling well after the incident. Smalling is expected to report to the club for training later this month.

Smalling and the England back line held Slovakia scoreless in Monday's 0-0 draw, their first of the tournament. Smalling didn't have much to do as England dominated possession, but still won five aerials in the process.

Smalling and Gary Cahill have made easy work of the first three opponents so far in the Euros, but competition will pick up next match in the knockout rounds.

Smalling (knee) is starting against Russia on Saturday, according to James Olley of the London Evening Standard.

Smelling picked up the knock to his knee earlier this week in training, but it was never considered serious, and he'll take regular starting spot alongside Gary Cahill against a feisty Russian attack.

Smalling appeared to being limping with ice on his knee following a training session Tuesday, Dan Roan of BBC reports.

A potential injury to Smalling will increase the level of concern about England's oft-maligned back line. The 26-year-old was solid in EPL competition this season, as he recorded 36 tackles and 69 interceptions in 35 outings. If the Manchester United defender in unable to go for Saturday's matchup with Russia, look for John Stones to be called upon to pick up the slack.