Crystal Palace winger Andros Townsend says his England recall justifies his move from Newcastle United.

The 25-year-old was hammered by fans following his £13m switch to Crystal Palace but says being back in the England fold proves it was the right decision.

"I got stick," he said. “I understand why people were frustrated, why some people were upset. Nobody knows what is going on in your head.

“Everyone on the outside goes 'Ahh, he's left Newcastle and gone to Palace, it must be about the money.'

“Nobody seems to think players are actually motivated about getting the best out of themselves, making the most of our career, playing in the greatest division in the world. England featured in that decision.

“It did cross my mind to stay but I need to be playing Premier League football if I wanted to make the most of my career."