Manuel Pellegrini Quotes

I have said from day one I see myself as a center back. But, if I am asked to play in midfield or at right-back, I am happy to do so.

Depending on how we start the season, I can play center or wing... It doesn't matter to me.

You just don't want to get pigeon-holed into one position. That's why even though I start out at center, I may play small forward, if I get a rebound and you're not there I can bring the ball up.

I can play in any position except goalkeeper.

I can play different positions.

I'll play all five positions if my team needs me to.

I want to be able to show NFL teams, Whatever you need help at, I can play it.

I actually prefer playing as a left winger rather than a striker, but I just want to be very clear that I'm willing to play in either position.

Offensively, I can play different positions.

People were always saying how modern players need to be able to play in two or three positions, and those words stuck in my head. I think that I can do just that.

I know and the manager knows my best position is centre-half but if I can learn two other positions if needed then it's great for me as a player and my development.

It's important for any player to be versatile enough to be able to play in different positions.

Versatility and being dynamic in the NFL is what you need to have because there are only so many roster spots. So, being able to help out in a lot of spots and on special teams is key.

My whole life, I've felt like I can do anything on the basketball court, from playing point guard in high school to having to play center one year in high school, doing everything in college and going through different roles in Philadelphia.

In 2017, Kante has been fantastic and is almost two players at times. He covers every blade of grass and he's not short of technique. He would get in any team because there's room for that type of player no matter what system you play or level you play at.

I know what I bring to the table: my ability to shoot the ball, defend multiple positions, play multiple positions, two through the four.

Griezmann is an extraordinary player who adapts to all the needs of the team.

I am most comfortable in the centre but can play on the side, also.

I'm not a labels type of guy, so every time my coach tries to call me a safety, I correct him and tell him I'm a hybrid.

It's important that a player can play in different positions for if we have to change tactics.

He (Honus Wagner) was the nearest thing to a perfect player no matter where his manager chose to play him.

I'm just a basketball player, you know? Just put me where you need me.

My goal is to be able to play wherever my team needs me.

I've always said I don't mind where I bat and I have exactly the same mindset when I'm batting seven as I would at five.

Even though I started out at right-back, I actually enjoy the contrast of playing both at full-back and in midfield. Both require physical attributes and a lot of energy.