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.

When you take a lot of stick you want to ram it down people's throats.

I've enjoyed every minute of travelling and playing for my country. What an honour that is.

But to be fair, Arsenal are a quality side. They're not where they are by chance - they are not top of the league and unbeaten because they are a bad team.

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

But what club wouldn't welcome the chance to strengthen their side, what club would turn down the resources Chelsea have?

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