Winning the Premiership is my obsession.
"The trophy, with that little crown on top, is magnificent. I want to win the league, and I want to beat Chelsea, with good football.
"A title would have more value this year, because the Blues have set very high standards."
About his injury problems:
"Sir Alex has brought a lot to my game and has always protected me.
"One day, after yet another injury, I went to see him in his office and I was feeling really down.
"I asked him to let me play for the reserves and he looked me in the eyes and said, `No way. Don't worry, you'll be back. I'm counting on you.' I will never forget those words.
"He is a monument. He's built the club in such a way that we've become a winning machine.
"He preaches football focused on attack, and his team talk before every game is very simple: `Enjoy the game.'"