Peter Lovenkrands is happy to fight for a place at Newcastle United.
The Danish winger told the Evening Chronicle: "It's a good but difficult choice for Chris (Hughton) and Colin Calderwood.
"They've got so many quality players on the bench as well and coming back from injury.
"It's all good for the future and the competition is what we need ahead of these tough games coming up, beginning with Everton.
"They have a lot of options, and we'll see what happens, but I'm sure it's all good for the coaches."
He added: "It was great when I came on against Sunderland and I'm just looking forward to the next game at St James's Park."