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Bertrand to focus on Southampton form in order to grab England chance

Southampton left-back Ryan Bertrand has vowed to keep performing at his club until he's a regular fixture in the England national team.

The left-back spot is one of the stronger positions under Roy Hodgson and Bertrand faces competition from the likes of Arsenal's Kieran Gibbs, Everton's Leighton Baines, Manchester United's Luke Shaw and even West Ham United's Aaron Cresswell.

"You know, it's down to (the manager)," Bertrand said. "Whoever he wants to pick, it is his decision.

"I'll just concentrate on my game. I'm confident enough to know that I should be in there, but I don't pick the team so I'll just keep playing."

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