“What is most important is that we don't waste time on the field. We are always moving, getting forward, causing problems. We know how to improvise and everyone is making a big contribution to the side.”
“I loved Sherlock Holmes when I was younger. So you can imagine how excited I was to discover that Conan Doyle had helped found Portsmouth football club. When I was playing there I did some research into it. Very interesting. Did you know Dickens was born in Portsmouth?”
“[When at Portsmouth two seasons ago, on a similar loan deal to the one which brought him to Charlton from Chelsea this summer, he was thrilled to discover Conan Doyle's role in helping found the club.] He even played for them, ... I was interested in him from when I was young so it was very exciting. Charles Dickens was also born there.”
“England are not playing properly. So why not call Danny Murphy? He is playing well and is one of the best in the country in his position. He is also playing with confidence after our good start. Like Luke Young, he is in good shape.”
“I can't judge myself. I always think it is better to stay modest in these matters. Look, I'm really happy and it is a pleasure to train and to play in the matches.”