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James Maddison says he was left speechless when he received the call confirming he had been called into the England senior squad.

The Leicester City midfielder had only played seven games in the Premier League following his £22 million move from Championship side Norwich City in the summer when he received the call confirming he had been selected for the squad to face Croatia and Spain in the Nations Cup.

The 21-year-old has been earning rave reviews for his displays as City’s number ten and has already scored three goals and provided two assists, but he said he was still shocked to get the call.

“I knew I had been playing well for Leicester and I have started all the Premier League games so far this season, and I have had a relatively good start personally as well, but you can never expect it,” he told the media at press day at St George’s Park.

“It is such a big honour to come and play with England and get the call from Gareth. I am truly honoured.

“I got a call. I think I was just at my home. I answered the phone and I didn’t know what to say, to be honest.

“I wasn’t expecting it and it was one of those pinch yourself moments.

“I put the phone down and just starred at the wall for a few moments. It is a childhood dream to be called up to the England squad. I am honoured and truly grateful to be here.

“I think I called my mum and dad. I had to let them know. They have come to watch me up and down the country.”

Don't miss Maddison's full interview tomorrow morning on Leicestershire Live