Patrick Roberts expressed his willingness to sidestep England duty to help Celtic make the group stages of the Champions League.

The on-loan Manchester City attacker gave up the chance to play for England's Under-19s at this summer's European Championships, instead choosing to play Champions League qualifiers for the Hoops.

Roberts was left on the bench for the 1-0 first leg defeat to Lincoln Red Imps, but he started - and scored - in Wednesday night's 3-0 return leg victory over the team from Gibraltar.

The 19-year-old has no regrets over the decision he made, reiterating his commitment to helping Celtic make it through the qualifiers.

"They [England] are out there in Germany playing and I wanted to play in the Champions League which has always been my dream," he said.

"I respect the manager, he has to do what he can do for Celtic. I will always be there, I will always be happy and wanting to play.

"The manager has a lot of players and chooses the team. I am always ready and waiting to play.

"I enjoy playing football and have done since I was a kid and when I get out there I try to do my best for the team.

"I have always believed in my ability and always want to play at the highest level. I will give 100 per cent to do that."