London, Oct. 6  : Winger James Milner fears that Manchester City''s rotation policy could wreck his England ambitions.

The 24 million pound wide man has spent more time on the bench than the pitch this season and has started just three games for City.

According to The Sun, Milner is worried that a lack of regular action could affect his international career as England look to secure European Championship qualification against Montenegro tomorrow.

"It has been frustrating this season. I''ve only played a couple of games and also had a few injuries so it''s been difficult for me,” said Milner.

"I played 90 minutes at Blackburn on Saturday and all I can do is try to perform as well as I can. After that it''s down to the manager. Hopefully I can stay fit, play more and keep improving to stake a claim for a place,” he added.

"The competition is very high at City and you have to play well every time you get a chance if you''re going to stay in the team, Milner said.

Milner does not take any comfort from the fact he could be one of the freshest players in the England squad going to next year''s European Championships if he continues to play second fiddle to David Silva at City.

He said: "Hopefully I will have played a lot of games by the end of the season. If you''re playing every game, doing well and winning trophies then you don''t feel tired. When you''re winning you don''t notice the fatigue.”

Milner won his 19th cap in last month''s 1-0 win over Wales but admits it was hardly a performance to fill England fans with optimism. (ANI)