Manchester United winger Daniel James insists he won't be kicked out of games.

James has been targeted in his debut season in the Premier League following his £15million summer switch from Swansea.

He was subjected to more rough treatment on Sunday, his 22nd birthday, during United's convincing 3-1 win over Brighton at Old Trafford.

“I've been used to it," said James. “Last season in the Championship, I had a lot of hits.

“If a defender hits you and you stay down, he might think he's got the better of you, so to get up and keep going is important.

“I've always had it. It's important to keep getting back up. It's part of the game. If I can get forward and win free-kicks high up, then it's good. It's important to keep getting back up, keep playing and I enjoy it.

“Coming in was always going to be tough and it was going to be different from playing in the Championship.

“I think I've taken it in my stride, tried to calm myself down a bit and think 'I'm here for a reason'.

“At the start of the season, I maybe didn't think I would play as much. Every game I've been learning and the gaffer has trusted me and I've really enjoyed it."