Ernesto Valverde Quotes

Neymar will never fail to have technique and creativity.

I'm one of the best players in the world in that No.10 position. Fans, coaches, players, and everyone knows that my best position is playmaker.

The best player in the world; whenever Iniesta is on the pitch he creates a spectacle.

I'm famous for being a silky midfielder.

Ashley Cole is a fantastic defender. I have seen him keep the best players in the world quiet.

Frank Lampard was fantastic.

Gareth Bale could play anywhere.

At Portsmouth, I showed what I could do, the kind of football I was capable of.

I think, first and foremost, Wayne Rooney is a class player. Wherever he is on the pitch, he can make an impact.

Mesut is an amazing player.

Negredo is an exceptional player.

For Ozil's part, he certainly has the class to compete with Ronaldo.

Pique has been a great centre-back.

Thomas Muller is not the best in the world. But he is the best in what he does

Paul Scholes was always unbelievably talented. Quiet. And dirty. When he got his tackle right, it was a great tackle. But when he got it wrong, he could kill someone. He was so talented and a player I feel honoured to have played with.

Iniesta is easily Spain's most complete player. He has everything.

There are many talented midfielders but not the kind of playmaker I am.

I'm a naturally gifted left-footed footballer.

Neymar is extraordinary.

I can only show these people what I'm capable of when God allows me to be on the pitch.

Everybody knows what Harry Kane is all about; he's a goalscorer, a great professional.

In truth, there is nobody who will be able to play like Zidane.

Mbappe, he always wants to score. He also dribbles well.

I am not a magician of football.

Donnarumma is incredible, full stop.