I know how it goes. Six or seven months ago I was the manager of the year and I was going to be this and that, tactically this and tactically that, and now, because we have lost two world-class players, I am useless. But I accept that.

The Merseyside derby games are unique in the city.

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.

Look at Tottenham. You spend over £100-odd million, you'd expect to be challenging for the league.

They have a choice as a club. They don't have to sell. Maybe Southampton's objectives have changed. They were looking to be a Champions League club, I believe. They obviously wanted to change... I don't have sympathy, no.

When you've got the ball 65-70% of the time, it's a football death for the other team...It's death by football.

It's not always plain sailing... especially when you're flying!