Smalling and Jones still have big roles to play

MANCHESTER United manager Jose Mourinho insists Chris Smalling and Phil Jones will have a part to play at the club next season despite him being unhappy with their "cautious" approach to injuries.

After Sunday's win at Burnley, the Portuguese urged his defensive duo to "be brave" and take a risk with both having missed the last seven matches, especially with Marcos Rojo out long term with with knee ligament damage.

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However, neither will be available for the derby against Manchester City at the Etihad - with midfielder Paul Pogba also now absent with injury - much to Mourinho's frustration.

Despite that, the United boss is not ready to cut his losses on the pair just yet.

Asked whether they would have a chance under him next season Mourinho said: "Of course they have. I hope this season.

"It's not just about them. It's about the philosophy and mentality around them. Cautious. Cautious. Cautious. Just a cautious approach.

"It's a profile, it's the philosophy of work. Just that."