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Roy Hodgson appointment: What the players say

Players past and present react to Roy Hodgson's appointment as England manager.

Roy Hodgson signed a four-year contract to become the new manager of England this afternoon.

As expected, footballers past and present have taken to Twitter and other media platforms to express their views on the 64-year-old's appointment.

Find out what they have been saying below:

"Really happy for Roy Hodgson. Got to be one of the best coaches in football."
Ben Foster, West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper

"I owe a lot to Roy because he gave me my Liverpool debut. He is a good manager and, although things didn't work out for him here, it wasn't just him to blame."
Jonjo Shelvey, Liverpool midfielder

"Congratulations to Roy Hodgson, he will do a good job for England like he has done for us over last 18 months. Great coach and a good man."
Chris Brunt, West Bromwich Albion midfielder

"Good luck to Roy Hodgson.. Been a pleasure working with him.. Brought the club forward massively!"
Steven Reid, West Bromwich Albion defender

"Good luck to Roy Hodgson. Let's give the fella a chance."
Gary Lineker, former England striker

"About time we got an English Manager to manage ENGLAND. Congratulations Roy Hodgson."
Luke Daniels, West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper

"Not many have the experience that Roy Hodgson has, proved he is a top manager at International level so don't see no reason why he can't do it for England...good choice in my opinion! Good luck and I hope I can help him in some way in the future!"
Jack Wilshere, Arsenal midfielder

"All the very best to Roy Hodgson."
Gary Neville, former England defender

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