Source: Team_Talk
Arteta not ruling out England
Everton midfielder Mikel Arteta has reiterated his stance that he would think "very seriously" about playing for England if offered the chance.[LNB] Arteta has lived in England for five years, meaning he is eligible to play for the Three Lions should he acquire a British passport.[LNB]Fabio Capello did not include the Spaniard in the squad for the Euro 2012 qualifying matches against Bulgaria and Switzerland, but Arteta has told FA chiefs he is still available. [LNB]And although his potential inclusion has caused mixed reactions among England supporters, the 28-year-old insists he would give a call-up serious consideration. [LNB]"The situation is the same as it has always been," Arteta said in the Sun. [LNB]"No one has contacted me and I spoke about my thoughts on it clearly last week. [LNB]"I said it once and I'll say it again. If that chance comes I'll consider it very seriously."[LNB]San Sebastian-born Arteta says the decision over whether to bring him into the Three Lions set-up now lies with Capello and his employers. [LNB]"I don't think it's me that has to make the decision," he added. "The FA have to think about it and propose something. [LNB]"They have to talk to me and then we can talk about it. I don't think it's me who has to say anything because it's not my job. [LNB]"But if Capello and the FA say it's all right then I'll say what I think. At the moment, there is nothing." [LNB]Arteta arrived at Goodison Park from Real Sociedad in 2005 and has made 133 league appearances for the Toffees, scoring 23 goals.
