Goalkeeper David James targets more England caps at 40
James, who turns 40 on Sunday, says he is still ambitious for success
Goalkeeper David James says he has no intention of retiring from England duty despite joining Championship side Bristol City and turning 40.
James, capped 53 times, played in three matches in England's disappointing 2010 World Cup campaign in South Africa.
"I don't know what the future holds, and it was the same before the World Cup, to be honest," he said.
"I'll never retire from England, and hopefully my performances at Bristol City will keep me on the radar."
England boss Fabio Capello turned to James in South Africa after Robert Green's calamitous handling error in England's opening match against the United States.
James kept clean sheets against Algeria and Slovenia in England's other group matches, but was powerless to prevent England's 4-1 thrashing by Germany in the second round.
"I enjoyed the World Cup to an extent, but obviously the results and outcome were disappointing," he added.
Realistically, James is unlikely to feature in Capello's plans as he targets qualification for Euro 2012 in Poland and Ukraine.
West Ham's Green may be given another chance, while many England supporters would like to see Manchester City's Joe Hart take the number one jersey.
However, Hart, 23, is not likely to start the season as first choice keeper for City manager Roberto Mancini with Republic of Ireland stalwart Shay Given fit again.
Former England number one Paul Robinson, 30, capped 41 times, may also come back into contention if he continues to play well at Blackburn, and Wigan's Chris Kirkland, 29, is another option.
James has signed a one-year deal at Ashton Gate, with an option for another 12 months.
"Providing [I maintain] form and fitness, and as long as the manager [Steve Coppell] still wants me, there is the potential for a long-lasting career here," he continued.
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