Source: PA
Jarvis eyes international step-up
Wolves winger Matt Jarvis has revealed he takes inspiration from Ryan Giggs as he sets his sights on making his international breakthrough with England.
Jarvis is on England coach Fabio Capello's radar and there is speculation he could be called up for next month's friendly with France at Wembley. It would be a just reward for the progress the 24-year-old has made during the past 12 months, although he insists his feet remain firmly on the ground.
Jarvis told Press Association Sport: "It is flattering when people mention your name regarding England. To be put alongside the names in the England squad at the moment is fantastic. We will have to wait and see. I'm just trying to play well week in and week out for the club and if it does happen, it's fantastic.
"But you watch the World Cup in the summer and it would be a massive personal achievement to play in a competition like. It would be incredible."
Jarvis added: "It's been a big 12 months with being promoted from the Championship, doing well in the Premier League, getting some good reviews, and getting mentioned by England. It shows I am hopefully progressing well and moving in the right direction.
"My idol has always been Giggs from growing up. I played on the wing and when I was younger he was lightning quick, running around everyone and scoring. He was the player I always watched, as well as Marc Overmars and players like that, but Giggs is still playing now and is still an amazing player. He has adapted in terms of how he plays now. He is extremely fit as well. It inspires you to have a long career."
