Jack Rodwell

“At first it was a bit surreal playing in the Premier League at 16, coming up against world-class players, because it had always been my dream. But quickly, it becomes second nature to you.”

“It's been frustrating for me, as I've been injured a lot, but hopefully, I can get more fitness and get time on the pitch.”

“I've been at Man City and won the league. I've played for England. I've had success and good times - just not enough for someone of my ability.”

“I joined Sunderland, a great club, to be successful, to feel at home again. It hasn't worked out, but that's not through lack of effort.”

“I believe that whatever squad I join, I can add to it. It might take some time, but that's what I'm there for.”

“A lot is made of my injuries and yes, I've had niggles and muscle problems. Some managers haven't picked me, and my form has played a part at times as well.”

“I believe I could be a good centre-half.”

“In my first season after Mancini signed me, I was injured a lot, but when I was fit, he did play me.”

“I like centre-half, but I can play centre-mid as well.”

“At the end of the day, we love playing football, so that is the main thing. I am doing something that I really love to do. It is a job, but it is a hobby as well.”

“No matter what squad I go to, I always feel I can add something to it.”

“Eventually, I think I'll probably end up at centre-half. By the time I get to 28 or 29, I imagine I'll be a defender.”

“I've played all over, to be honest. Centre-half, defensive midfield, attacking midfield.”

“I've played at centre-half plenty of times before.”

“I'm a great believer in my ability, but I've not had the chance to prove it.”

“What I've been missing in my career is 30 back-to-back games and getting a good run of form and confidence.”

“I got scouted at six by Everton. My parents said it was maybe a bit too young. A year later, I went down to trials at Everton and have been there ever since.”

“I just want to do the best I can, which means playing for the England full side one day and carry on playing well for Everton.”

“I started out playing football in the park with my dad. My dad was a bit of a ball player, but he couldn't really be bothered playing.”

“When you sign for a new club, you just want to play, and when injury stops you, it is frustrating.”