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“Germany are a tough opponent. They are quick and break on the counter at speed, and they are bursting with confidence.”
“Winning the title in my first season at City was a dream come true, but the downside was not being selected for Spain's World Cup squad.”
“Anything like having a good season at home for the club, or going as far as you can and having a great Champions League, has its repercussions when it comes to the Balon D'Or winner.”
“I chose City because of the huge interest in me. Sevilla hadn't won a trophy for a couple of years, so it was a good moment to leave.”
“In my first year, I won the Premier League, and two cups after that, so I learned a lot from my experience in England, and I think it was all positive.”
“Defenders are always tough, whether you play in Spain or England.”
“Like every player, I want to start more matches.”
“I love what I do, which is to play football.”
“I really like Manchester City. They have put everything into trying to sign me so that I can be there and that is welcome.”
“Stoke are a team who are very well organised and very disciplined.”
“I'm going to a great club in England, and I want to continue developing my game there. The club has put a lot of faith in me, and I want to repay them out on the pitch.”
“I dream of winning the Premier League, of course.”
“Your rivals study the way you play and find a tactic to counteract your strengths.”
“The truth is it's like a dream for me to play for a club like Manchester City and fight for titles and everything that comes with that.”
“I like the way football is played in England: the speed, the style of play, the high rhythm.”
“Even the best teams have their weaknesses, and Barcelona struggle at set-pieces and counter-attacks when they lose the ball in attacking positions.”
“I've always been known more for giving assists than scoring - but of course, I enjoy scoring goals, too.”
“I have a wife and young baby, and having them with me in England will help me settle.”
“The Barcelona players have reached an amazing mutual understanding that they can play with their eyes closed.”
“I like making other people happy; that's why I've always been known for assists, but if I score more, then it helps.”