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Fletcher rejects Toffees link

12 Jul 2008 - 10:40:50

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Manchester United midfielder Darren Fletcher has played down reports that he is wanted by Everton.

The 24-year-old Scotland international has been linked with a move to the Toffees in recent days.

However, Fletcher insists he is fully focused on establishing himself as a first-team regular at Old Trafford.

"You just learn to deal with that as your time progresses here," he told MUTV.

"The most important thing is you're focused on Manchester United. Unless someone tells you otherwise, that's what you do."

Meanwhile, Fletcher has welcomed talk of increased competition next season with the arrival of fresh faces despite making just 24 appearances himself in the last campaign.

"To play in more matches than last season, that's obviously the target each season," he continued.

"You do your bit, you're patient and you've got to wait for your chance. I'll be ready to take my chance when it comes and I'll hopeful play a few more matches.

"I don't think much needs to change but fresh faces are always good. Competition for places is always going to be at Manchester United.

"It's something you've got to rise to."