[He says:] I don't miss the game at all and certainly didn't envy the England lads sitting around in a hotel all last week. Most of the time, you're bored out of your head. I don't watch much football but I think what Chelsea are doing is fantastic. It's great to have a dominant team, like we had for years at Arsenal under George Graham, because it raises the standard for everyone else. ... I didn't find the 75 per cent pay cut that attractive. |
After deciding to retire it was a pleasure to recommend David James -- so I know the position is in safe hands, |
I have reached this difficult decision after much discussion with my family and those in the game whose views I respect, |
Paul Robinson has not even reached his peak yet. I like Paul. I like the way he goes about his job. He's not flash, he just gets on with it. |
We worked so hard to bring it back to life, and it has been destroyed in 72 hours flat. |