I can categorically tell you that Mario Balotelli will not be at Liverpool.

If you look at the world-class performers at the top of the game, their numbers are just exceptional and that is the level he is at.

My template for everything is organisation. With the ball you have to know the movement patterns, the rotation, the fluidity and positioning of the team. When we have the football everybody's a player.

Liverpool Football Club is the heartland of football folklore

The quality of people you have around you as a manager is so vital. There are various factors that influence that process; fitness, form and the tactical approach to your opponent are all areas I review on a daily basis.

Of course, as manager, the selection of the team is very much one of the biggest responsibilities I personally take, but I come to that decision thanks to advice and support of the people around me.

I was surprised we were playing in Manchester and have a referee from Greater Manchester.