Clyne welcomes competition

England defender Nathaniel Clyne says he welcomes competition for his place in the national side.

Clyne is likely to be included in Roy Hodgson’s final 23-man squad for the upcoming European Championships in France but faces uncertainty over his place in the starting line-up, with Tottenham’s Kyle Walker also fighting for a first-choice spot.

However, the 25 year-old Liverpool defender insists he welcomes the competition from Walker and believes that England have a wealth of options in every position.

“There are players fighting for positions all over the pitch when they get an opportunity to show what they can do and that is healthy,” he said.

“I think it is good as it keeps everyone on their toes and keeps everyone fighting for positions – everyone wants to be hungry and has a …

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