Too much money at a young age, it just takes your eye off the ball. And you're not as hungry as players used to be. You think you've made it before you've done anything.

Messi is probably the best player of the last 20 years.

I like to let my football do the talking, I'm respectful of other good teams such as Arsenal.

I've put myself forward to be involved. Whether I get picked, we'll have to wait and see. Obviously everybody is excited about it, about the Olympics coming to London and the football being played in different parts of Britain.

Every one is special. Especially after the disappointment of last year, losing out on the last day, it is a great achievement by the lads.

Where does it stop? You get offered money for your wedding, then for your kids, new houses, holidays... We earn enough from football and sponsorships, why do you need any more?

I'm not comfortable being photographed, though I accept it is part of the job.