I'd give all the champagne I've ever drunk to be playing alongside him in a big European match at Old Trafford.

Everyone went crazy over Wayne Rooney, but I get more excited by Cristiano Ronaldo.

I spent a lot of money on booze, birds and fast cars. The rest I just squandered.

Maybe 'loner' is too strong a word, but I've always enjoyed being on my own.

I spent 90% of my money on women and drink. The rest I wasted

There isn't a single player I would pay to watch. A great entertainer needs to have charisma.

Pele called me the greatest footballer in the world. That is the ultimate salute to my life.