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Tottenham defender Eric Dier: I'll play anywhere for England

Tottenham defender Eric Dier says he'll play anywhere for England.

Dier speaking ahead of the Three Lions' World Cup opener against Iran on Monday.

When asked whether he has enjoyed playing on the right hand side of defence under Antonio Conte in recent Premier League matches, Dier said: "Yes, obviously I've played in the middle for a long time, for me it was just a different experience (playing on the right side of defence).

"But I've played in that position and under Pochettino when I played for Tottenham in a back five, so it wasn't a position that was completely new to me. I think I can play in any position really in defence.

"I'll play in goal if I have to – it's a World Cup! I'll take whatever chance I can get. I feel completely comfortable in any position in defence. I believe in myself to play anywhere."

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