You have to be physical - that's the way it is in a midfield in the modern game.

I haven't counted, obviously, but I reckon I've lost over a year and a half of my career through injury so far.

My dad knows the business, and he tells me I've got to do what's best for me.

I've had two or three injuries when with England and it's been a bit bizarre.

At no point was my career under threat, so I always knew that I would get back into action.

I'm enjoying myself this year and for once I'm not chasing my fitness.

Arsenal have been literally passed to death.