A biography for Franck Riberyhasn’t been written yet.
“The people who know me know: I am a good guy with a big heart.”
“I am emotional, but that's not a negative.”
“I know there are not a lot of players with my quality in this world.”
“I am almost German now.”
“In Europe, Bayern is my last club - 100 per cent.”
“If I decide to leave Bayern Munich, it will be for a Spanish club. I have to think about what my family wants as well and my wife would be delighted to move to Spain. She doesn't like all the rain and snow and is reluctant to go to England.”
“No one's saying anything against healthy, fair hardness. That's a part of football. But referees must look more closely and make sure limits are not exceeded.”
“I feel rejected in France. And do you know why I signed for Bayern when I could have gone anywhere? Because they made me feel wanted.”
“The whole treble year under Jupp Heynckes was incredible.”
“For me, you have to prove yourself over 10, 12 or 15 years if you want to be among the best. Do that and then I will congratulate you.”
“I've experienced so many emotions with Bayern.”
“Lionel Messi, without hesitation! I'd love to play with him and Xavi.”
“You have to be mentally strong to withstand the ridicule of other children and the stares of adults.”
“This is my face, it is the one people know me to be. I am happy with my face. Why shouldn't I be happy?”
“When I'm on the pitch I always give everything for my team.”
“I do not just play for money.”
“I can imagine staying in Munich after the end of my career. I have bought a very nice house, I feel good here and I like the mentality.”
“Guardiola knows that the little details that can make us better. He analyses the game instantly - that's his biggest strength, his best characteristic.”
“In 2008 or 2009, every big club wanted me: Juventus, Inter, Milan, Barca, Real, Chelsea, Manchester.”