FLATTERY WILL GET YOU NOWHERE

Last updated : 21 November 2006 By Ed
Paul Scholes has admitted he was flattered by Steve McClaren's request to return to play for England but says he doesn't need international football.

'It wasn't a straightforward decision,' revealed the Salford-born star.

'Of course it is flattering when the England manager comes and asks you to go back.

'I did think about it for a while but in the end I decided against it.

'I have been happy the last two years not playing for England and just basically I decided I didn't need to go back.'

He's also playing down his current form as it seems he hasn't forgotten how well he used to play.

I have played a lot better than this,' he said.

'I am frustrated at not scoring many goals for a start. I like scoring but I only have two so far. I would like it to be more.'