Mancienne to fight for Wolves spot

16 November 2009 21:49
The defender, on loan at Molineux for the season from Chelsea, has lost his spot in Wolves' backline following a couple of shaky performances.[LNB]In his absence the England Under-21 centre-half, away representing his country this week, has seen veteran Jody Craddock excel in his place.[LNB]Mancienne admits he can have no complaint at being sidelined, as he vows to force his way back into the reckoning.[LNB]"It was good to get a game (for England U21s) under my belt. I had a bit of illness before, then when I wanted to come back into the team I had Jody in front of me," he told the Express and Star.[LNB]"He has done really well, so I have just got to bide my time and be patient now. Saturday's game will have sharpened me up, it's given me a confidence boost and improved my stamina.[LNB]"We have another game in midweek and if I play that will help me again. Playing well for my country will only help me for my club."[LNB]He added: "Do I still feel upbeat about things at Wolves? Definitely. We are lacking a few goals at the moment but I think that will come."[LNB][LNB]

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