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Shelvey dismisses talk of England snub

Jonjo Shelvey is hoping to add to his solitary England cap in upcoming Euro 2016 qualifiers against San Marino and Switzerland.

Jonjo Shelvey has rejected the suggestion he turned down the chance to play for the England Under-21s during this year's European Championships.

"I didn't refuse to play for my country. I've always made myself available. If I didn't my dad would have killed me to be honest," Shelvey said. "I think a lot of it has been rumors. I spoke to Gareth Southgate and he rang me and told me he didn't expect me to be with them.