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Euro 2016: Roy Hodgson orders Fort Knox-style security and 7ft tarpaulin screening at England’s training base to stop being spied on

Three Lions manager concerned about opposition scouts snooping on their pre-game sessions in Chantilly

Roy Hodgson has ordered extra security and a 7ft fence around England's training base to avoid being spied on during Euro 2016

ROY HODGSON has ordered Fort Knox-style security at England’s training base.

The Three Lions manager is so concerned about opposition scouts spying on his training and tactics ahead of the Euros, he has demanded seven-foot tarpaulin screening around the entire perimeter.

Roy Hodgson has ordered extra security and a 7ft fence around England's training base to avoid being spied on during Euro 2016
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Roy Hodgson has ordered extra security and a 7ft fence around England's training base to avoid being spied on during their intense Euro 2016 preparationsCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
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Wayne Rooney and Roy Hodgson talk to the media ahead of the England v Portugal friendly

The secluded spot north of Paris is now the most secure in the history of the national team at a major tournament.

Hodgson is fighting to save his job as he goes into his third championships with England.

And he is leaving nothing to chance after fears that Italy spied on his tactical sessions before the opening group game of the 2014 World Cup, which England lost 2-1.

The Three Lions coaching team believe the Italians watched their set-piece routines — and passed it on to their players before the defeat in Manaus.

And Hodgson’s stars such as skipper Wayne Rooney will no longer train in the stadium the day before matches as part of their preparations.

Roy Hodgson in England's training ahead of their game with Portugal
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Roy Hodgson in England's training ahead of their friendly international with Portugal
Another view of the fence erected around England's training facility in Chantilly
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Another view of the fence erected around England's training facility in ChantillyCredit: News Group Newspapers

The FA insist this is simply a logistical issue — but the reality is that Hodgson does not want anyone to spy on his sessions inside the grounds.

England arrive in Chantilly this afternoon and will train at their base for the first time.

Hodgson has also warned Leicester ace Jamie Vardy that he will not tolerate any distractions during the tournament over his potential move to Arsenal.

Gary Neville and Roy Hodgson will be taking England training behind tight security
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Gary Neville and Roy Hodgson are taking England training behind tight securityCredit: Getty Images

He gave Vardy time off to get married after the 2-1 friendly victory over Turkey last month.

But England’s head coach has warned the striker there will be no more gifts once the squad meet up this morning.

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