I've always been one to arrive early for work; preparation is a big part of how I work, and I like to be in my office going through plans for the upcoming training sessions or meetings I have.

Status does not matter. It is what you are like as a player. It doesn't matter how much money you have come for. That doesn't matter to me. I will play a 17-year-old if he fights and he has quality. It is quite easy.

I'm blessed to be supported by some brilliant staff, who are all experts in their field and dedicated to what they do.

The analysis of statistics is a big part of the modern game, and it's important as a modern manager to embrace areas that can help your team and players improve.

They brought on someone who cost more than our stadium.

The best players want to play in the best competition.

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.