Swansea City boss Garry Monk is delighted for Jonjo Shelvey over his England call.
Shelvey's inclusion marks the first time that a player has been named in an England squad while representing Swansea, and Monk said it was a huge boost for the club even if highly-rated wide men Nathan Dyer and Wayne Routledge missed out on a place in Roy Hodgson's squad.
"It's excellent news for the player and for the club," Monk said. "It's a great example, a way of showing a pathway to international teams.
"We have a lot of international players but in terms of England it's a pathway for others here.
"We've worked hard with Jonjo, how he can contribute and improve and he's making a conscious effort to do that.
"He's not quite all the way there yet but he's improving and this will give him another boost in confidence.
"His quality is there for everyone to see - his passing, the way he moves the ball, how he offers good angles and movements and fits into a defensive shape.
"I hope it opens the door for others."
