Freeman is happy to have a crack at centre

TOMMY Freeman has started all of England’s internationals this year on the wing but fancies having a crack in the centre.

- PAUL REES

Freeman was regularly used in the midfield by Northampton in the first half of last season and appeared there in the latter stages of their Champions Cup run, but he has only started at 13 once this season, scoring a try in the victory over Sale.

“It is always good to have consistent game time and it has been special for me with England this year,” said the 25year old Freeman who missed out on last year’s World Cup.

“You never get bored of playing for your country. You never know if you will get picked and I am always hungry for the opportunity. We have a strong squad and as players we put pressure on each other.

“I am still open minded about position. The wing is where I have been getting most love, but I have covered games in the centre and the idea is there. I would like to get a shot and start a game there.”

It was a frustrating year for England. The highlight was the victory over Ireland, but there were three near misses against New Zealand and one in France and at home to Australia.