Mikel Arteta would consider playing for England
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Mikel Arteta would consider playing for England
Everton midfielder Mikel Arteta has confirmed he would give serious thought to playing for England if he was ever offered the chance.
The Spaniard has not broken through to his country's national team, and that situation is unlikely to change for the 28-year-old in the near future.
Arteta qualifies to play for England having gained British citizenship during his five years at Everton.
Arteta said: "If one day the opportunity comes obviously I would have to consider it very seriously."
It would be a controversial step to take for England boss Fabio Capello should he decide he wants Arteta in his squad.
Arteta added: "I don't know what his [Capello's] thoughts are.
"I know some people have been talking about it, but I haven't said anything yet because the offer is not there at the moment."
Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard, who has skippered England recently in the absence of Rio Ferdinand, recently revealed he would "love" Arteta to come into the international squad.telegraph.co.uk/ -
Quite sad ah he. Talented midfielder, it just happens that there are an abundance of them in Spain