Vanessa Keller

Arsene Wenger says Nacho Monreal competing with Kieran Gibbs for a starting place in the Arsenal team has caused both players to improve

John Aldridge believes that Philippe Coutinho will carve out a successful career at Liverpool, with the Brazilian playmaker shining against Aston Villa.

Zinedine Zidane says Graeth Bale is in a league of his own, with the Tottenham star putting in consistently brilliant performances for his club this season.

PSG insist they are not interested in Arsene Wenger, or Wayne Rooney, with the side concentrating on Champions League success.

Roberto Mancini says Manchester United have been the best side in the Premier League this season, and insists the title race is over.

Chris Smalling says Manchester United have learnt from last season's mistakes, and he wants to make an impact after coming back from injury.

Lucas Leiva says he is telling Jordan Henderson to forget about the critics and concentrate only on what Brendan Rodgers has to say about his development.

Andy Flower says Kevin Pietersen will need a number of weeks to recover from knee injury that put him out of New Zealand series.

Robin van Persie claims that Manchester United will be the last club he plays for, with the striker praising his current side for their appreciation of older players.

Ian Wright says England need to take more of a risk and play offensive players such as Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain if they hope to qualify for Brazil.

Mario Gotze says he's keeping his options open with Manchester United, Barcelona and Real Madrid all showing interest.

Chris Coleman says Crystal Palace prodigy Jonathan Williams can be the next Gareth Bale for Wales.

Jose Mourinho says he would love to return to Chelsea some day, but he doesn't believe the Manchester United or City jobs will be open any time soon.

Jamie Redknapp believes Michael Carrick deserves a great deal of praise for his current form for both club and country this season, with the midfielder going from strength to strength in the midfield.

Rio Ferdinand says his trip to Qatar in the international break won't affect the training schedule that kept him out of the England squad.

Mark Lawrenson says Martin Skrtel has missed his opportunity to step up and show he's an important part of the Liverpool squad.

Andy Cole says Robin van Persie is just suffering from a minor blip and will return to form before the season's end.

Romelu Lukaku says Frank Lampard should stay at Chelsea beyond the summer.

Scott Parker says Ryan Giggs proves that age is just a number, with the Tottenham star hoping to make a positive impression for his country in England's World Cup qualifiers.

Joe Allen has been ruled out for the rest of the season, with the Liverpool midfielder undergoing shoulder surgery.

David De Gea says he's happy with live under 'father figure' Sir Alex Ferguson - but would like to return to his home city one day.

Luis Suarez says offers from elite clubs will be 'welcome' during summer transfer window.

Petr Cech insists he isn't going to replace Wojciech Szczesny at Arsenal, with the keeper insisting rumours of a move have no substance.

Frank Lampard says Rio Ferdinand is far from done with England, as the defender ponders his international future after withdrawing from the squad's World Cup qualifiers.

John Aldridge argues that Michael Owen can never claim to be a legend at Liverpool, though he has earned the tag for England.

Derek Llambias says he will ask the FA to change their disciplinary procedures after they announced there would be no action taken against Callum McManaman for his tackle on Massadio Haidara.

Paul Miller says there is no need for Gareth Bale to leave Tottenham even if the club don't qualify for the Champions League this season.

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain says he is particularly disappointed Rio Ferdinand won't feature for England in their World Cup qualifiers.

Frank Lampard says Eden Hazard reminds him of Gianfranco Zola, with the playmaker giving Chelsea hope of future success.