I've always been a city person - London boy - and New York is just incredible. It has what London has but almost more in terms of variety, culture, social life, everything. I just like walking the streets and feeling the energy and the vibe.

Reading and writing is so important, and it's something I am really keen to promote. It's something that can be a bit lost these days with so much else going on.

I admit I was somewhat concerned when we started to sign so many players - naturally you are going to worry about whether you can retain your place in the side.

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

To be honest, I was Mum's boy. Always was, always will be.

You remember the finals you lose as much as the ones you win.

I come from a football family which has really helped.