However, it is unsure whether that decision would see David Beckham move into the centre of midfield in a 4-4-2 formation, or put Shaun alongside Michael Owen and Wayne Rooney in a three-pronged attack, with Beckham backing him up in midfield.
Eriksson's announcement has come despite earlier claims he may play the City winger on the left, where he has never played before and may not be able to do himself justice.
Yet Shaun can now look forward to tomorrow's friendly, his first England start, as it is represents the perfect opportunity to stake a claim for a regular starting role.
Eriksson, meanwhile, also confirmed that Stewart Downing and Andy Johnson will be involved at some stage, so they will definitely pick up their first England caps.
Due to a host of injuries, Jamie Carragher will partner Wes Brown in central defence, but despite another fine performance against Chelsea on Sunday, City's David James is unlikely to regain his place in goal from Paul Robinson.