New Aston Villa signing Joe Cole is a big fan of Southampton midfielder Adam Lallana.

Cole hopes Lallana starts for England tonight against World Cup opponents Italy.

"He's very similar in style of play to me. I really like him," said Cole.

"I always had a keen eye on him watching him come up through the leagues.

"He looks at home in international football and I hope he plays."

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