As he prepares for his first England cap, West Ham United goalkeeper Robert Green says he would welcome competition from Arsenal's Manuel Almunia.

Almunia, the Spanish-born player, qualifies for British citizenship next month.

But Green will have no problem in competing with the 32-year-old should he get the call after five years residing in the United Kingdom.

Green said: "There is a lot of speculation. Almunia has done tremendously well at Arsenal and it is a decision he has to make.

"It is very hypothetical but I am sure he will have a long hard think about it. It (the England goalkeeping role) is a high-pressurised position and, if you are Spanish, it could be even more so.

"That is something for him to take stock of. It is a difficult one to call.

"As a player, you want the best players available and as a manager it is the same. If that comes around, it is something for the FA to take stock off.

"People have done it in the past and, if he were to do it, I wouldn't have a problem with it. It's a challenge.

"You are here for challenge. It is enough of a challenge for the guys to get a position in the team and, if another one were to come along, then so be it.

"It is one you can sulk about or get on and deal with it."