Declan Rice a doubt for Norway clash after virus forces isolation from England squad

England could be without one of their most important midfielders for the upcoming international fixture. According to the Daily Mail, Declan Rice has been isolated from the rest of the squad after contracting a viral infection. The 27-year-old Arsenal midfielder has already missed two consecutive training sessions with the Three Lions. His availability for the match against Norway is now in serious doubt. Gareth Southgate’s coaching staff are monitoring the situation closely, but a final decision on whether Rice will feature is expected to be made shortly before kick-off. Viral illnesses are not uncommon in football camps, and the medical team is taking precautions to prevent the infection from spreading within the group. Rice has been a rock in England’s midfield, and losing him would be a significant blow for the side. There has been no official statement from the FA yet, but sources close to the situation indicate that the player is feeling unwell and is recovering separately from his teammates.