Phil Jones has been ruled out of Manchester United's Champions League clash with Real Madrid on Tuesday.

The news was confirmed by United boss Sir Alex Ferguson in his pre-match press conference ahead of the second leg of their last-16 tie with Spanish outfit.

When questioned on the availability of Jones, who missed training on Monday, Ferguson told reporters: "He's not fit. He won't be fit for tomorrow."

Jones has been suffering with an ankle injury in recent weeks.