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In England, those qualities of playing it simple, being in the right position, reading the game, knowing the right moment to make things happen around you are not appreciated. Making a tackle, a run into the box - the spectacular things are more appreciated. ”

That is probably the biggest issue about the English game. You need to be a great player and great at striking the ball, of course, but it's also about your head and being able to understand the game, especially for a midfielder. ”

Losing is a part of this sport. ”

I used to enjoy watching Ronald Koeman, even though he didn't play in my position. I loved the way he hit the ball, the talent he had to position himself. ”

Guardiola has a lot of knowledge about the game and understands the psychology of the players. You can see all the things he is doing well. ”

They value different things in every country. In England, it's very physical. You tackle, you shoot. I love watching it. In Spain, it's different. Pass the ball, move, find the space. ”

It's hard to imagine being an ex-player. It's not easy to find a new passion. ”

Passion isn't something you work on. It's more important to construct a good team, to know how you are going to play, how to read the match. You have to truly understand the game. ”

If I decide somewhere along the way to take my chances as a manager, my link, my commitment, my passion with Liverpool is there. ”

Passion? Of course it's necessary, but it's more important to have footballing foundations, certainly, when developing players. ”