"There is always competition for places at Manchester United.
"When I first came into the squad there were a lot of midfielders. You expect that every season.
"A few of us are going to be vying for places but it is enjoyable pitting yourself against top-quality midfielders.
"All you can ask is for the manager to be fair in his team selections. We all know if you are doing a job for him, he will trust you and go with you.
"It is exciting to be part of this squad," he said.
"The manager obviously felt we struggled for numbers at the end of last season, so he has added some good, young quality players, which is great for the future of Manchester United.
"It is hard to tell how significant the Community Shield will be because the focus has always to be on the first Premier League game. But, of course you want to win it, just as you want to win every game."
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"When you win a title at this club, you enjoy the celebration day and then you think about winning it again straightaway.
"That is how quick the turnaround is.
"We have not spent the summer taking it for granted that we are the champions because we have to show the manager we have the hunger and determination to win it again.
"Ryan, Gary and Paul have been doing that for 10 years and it has been drummed into us that we all need the same attitude."