Houllier did what he had to do – I’m not the first person to be treated like a disposable commodity

I was a boy, suddenly treated like the men and expected to act like them.

A goal is a goal no matter which end it goes in. I'm pleased to get off the mark again.

I don't want people losing respect for me as a player. I want to go out in every game and perform to the highest level. I have no retirement plans. I've had a lot of injuries but I want to continue playing.

Houllier couldn’t deal with players expressing any anger or questioning any of his decisions

I hate talking about football. I just do it, you know?

If you pray enough for things, I am proof that they can happen. I feel like a kid on Christmas day now, every day. It's something I have wanted for a long time and I am as happy as anyone to be here. It is great to be back at my first love.