I always wanted to be a winner, to score goals. There was no massive bravery in terms of my mum passing away and stepping up. I just wanted to score. I know everyone would have given me a pass on it if I hadn't taken it. But I'd have had the hump with myself if I'd shirked it.

There's a few ugly ones. Carlo is probably the best looking [on chelsea players]

I am a man who likes to play consistently; I always play better when I'm on a run of games.

Every season will have its dips and hard moments, and the challenge then is to make sure you don't get too down in those moments and make sure you come back fighting.

I think I work harder on the pitch, I cover more ground and my passing is more accurate.

In a way, I've thrived on the competition, perhaps it has made a better player because of it.

Everyone's got unfinished business with Barcelona. They're the greatest team in the world.