We saw that he plays with his heart too. He obviously loves the game so much and was distraught to lose in the final. Seeing him cry nearly got me going too.

I never promise anything. I don't promise anything to my mum. I don't promise anything to the supporters.

I don't have to show anything to anyone. There is nothing to prove.

For me, he is an exceptional player.

I have my flaws too, but I am a professional who doesn't like to miss or lose.

He is as tough as anything. You can crack him once, but he won't let it bother him. He's back on his feet in no time and getting on with it. He is a strong character and a great sight when he's heading for goal.

People have to understand one thing: at the age of 18 I arrived at a dream club like Manchester United. It was a dream come true. But, even at that moment, I was thinking about playing in England for some years and then going to play in Spain. Even at that time I was thinking that way, and I always gave 100% everything.