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Burnley boss Sean Dyche delighted for Michael Keane after England debut

Burnley boss Sean Dyche is delighted for Michael Keane over his England debut.

The 24-year-old defender impressed on his England debut against Germany on Wednesday having earned rave reviews for his Burnley performances this season.

Dyche said: "I read something the other day about it being his first season in the Premier League at Burnley - it isn't. He came here two years ago. People soon forget, there has been a depth to his development. It's not been overnight.

"Sometimes it's misrepresented about some of these players. It takes time sometimes for these players to develop into what they are going to be.

"And unfortunately, due to the harsh side of football, managers don't always get time to see these players develop long term.

"I've been fortunate we've had success enough to allow me the chance to hopefully rub off on some of these players, including my staff and the work they do with them. Keano's a good example of that, (England goalkeeper) Tom Heaton is another one.

"It's not just those two. But they are quite obvious about how they have moved forward with their own careers, how they have moved forward with Burnley, and are now being recognised on the international scene.'"

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