ALAN Thompson is destined for England.

That's the belief of Wanderers boss Colin Todd who is helping the young Geordie blossom into an outstanding Premiership talent.

"I know a lot of managers admire Alan Thompson because at 23 he has a lot to look forward to," enthused Todd who saw the midfielder turn in another dominant performance at Crystal Palace on Saturday.

"He gets forward well and it is only a matter of time before he gets recognised as an international."

Meanwhile, Thompson confirmed he is happy to stay a Wanderers player after hearing of the speculation of a £4million interest from Spurs which his boss described as "pure speculation".

Thompson said: "I only signed a three-year contract in the summer and things are happening at this club.

"The chairman is ambitious, the manager has money to spend, we have a great ground and we are going to be a force to be reckoned with."

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