Manchester City defender Micah Richards has no problem competing with Pablo Zabaleta for a place in the first team.

Richards has been linked with a move away after being forced to fight with Zabaleta for the right-back spot this season.

But he told mcfc.co.uk: "Pablo is a class player and has come into the side and done well.

"It is all about fighting hard in training and waiting for another chance in the side and when that chance arrives then taking it and holding on to that precious shirt."