Along with his fellow defenders, the 26-year-old enjoyed a fine game against Brighton & Hove Albion in Sunday’s 0-0 draw at Selhurst Park, nullifying the visitors’ threat in a match of few chances across the board.

Mitchell was joined on the left-hand side by Premier League debutant, and France Under-21s international, Jaydee Canvot, with the 19-year-old also impressing in a solid performance.

The defender reasoned: “Both teams wanted a win. When you want to win, that’s what comes out sometimes – the competitiveness.

“I think we have an understanding as a team from training sessions, and from all the matches we’ve played. We’ve played a lot of games this season.

“Jaydee slotted in. He’s a great young player, so we were confident. We know our triggers, we know when to press, when to sta

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