If players are performing for you, their age shouldn't really matter, especially because the older players can bring their experience to the table.

I am certainly not the most talented player in the world; there's many a more talented player than me.

I had a chance to go to Italy when I was younger and that would have been tough because of the language. America is easier but I really loved it.

When I came to Chelsea from West Ham there were certain parts of my game I felt I needed to improve and I like to think now that I have shown dramatic improvement.

Being faster would probably make me better at football.

I always dedicate my goals to my mum. I lost her a couple of years ago. She was my biggest supporter and is always with me.

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.