Real Madrid midfielder Sami Khedira has vowed to fight for his place in the starting lineup following a frustrating first half to the campaign.

The Germany international has managed just four appearances from the bench in La Liga this season, falling behind the likes of Toni Kroos and Asier Illarramendi in the pecking order.

However, despite having been linked with a move away from the Bernabeu when the transfer window reopens in January, Khedira is keen to prove his worth at the club.

"I am back at a good physical level and for that reason, I'm confident that soon I will get more of a chance to play," he is quoted as saying by FourFourTwo.

"There are other players in my position but that competition is healthy. I'm a fan of fierce competition."

Khedira played the last 17 minutes of Madrid's 4-0 victory against Cruz Azul at the Club World Cup last week.