I am feeling razor-sharp. Training sessions are really good. I feel that I am in peak condition. I know that I am ready for action.

The prospect of going home is very appealing.

I have shaved my head. My flowing locks are now quite a bit shorter.

I played at the Sainte Maxime Beach Soccer Tournament, which was brilliant fun as usual.

I went see the horror thriller, Hannibal. I am a massive fan of Anthony Hopkins. He is superb in the film.

I have been inundated with offers to move into a career in television or film, and these, too, are tempting.

I loved being back out on the pitch. Although I have not been in full training, I felt pretty good.