The midfielder explained: "Getting into the Champions League is not going to be easy.

"To break into that quartet is tough - but a number of quality players have come in and we'll be doing our best to get amongst it."

The 25-year-old is impressed with boss Juande Ramos, adding on Sky Sports News: "As soon as he came you could see why he was so successful at other clubs.

"It's been a pleasure to work with him."