Manchester United winger Daniel James has warned Premier League defenders that he is not fazed by being targeted by tough tackles during games. The Welshman has been on the receiving end of some physical challenges since the start of the season, with Brighton duo Lewis Dunk and Dan Burn both shown yellow cards for rash tackles on James during United's 3-1 win on Sunday.
Speaking after the game (via The Mirror), James insisted that he is used to that kind of physicality from his time with Swansea City, and it only makes him want to get up and get the better of his opponent later in the game.
“I've been used to it,” said James.
“Last season in the Championship, I had a lot of hits. If a defender hits you and you stay down, he might think he's got the better of you, so to get up and keep going is important. I've always had it. It's important to keep getting back up. It's part of the game. If I can get forward and win free kicks high up, then it's good. It's important to keep getting back up, keep playing and I enjoy it.
“Coming in was always going to be tough and it was going to be different from playing in the Championship. I think I've taken it in my stride, tried to calm myself down a bit and think 'I'm here for a reason'. At the start of the season, I maybe didn't think I would play as much. Every game I've been learning and the gaffer has trusted me and I've really enjoyed it.”
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