I love Arsenal. I really love this club. They've brought me a lot.

When I spent time in the academy, exchanging ideas with young players, being on the field, the way they were looking at me - I loved it. And I felt really comfortable at it.

I love London. I feel at ease there; I can push my trolley in the supermarket without being bothered. If I want to go to a club, a cinema, or have a walk, I am free - free to live my life as I wish. I have talked about it with some players, and I am convinced that we are in one of the best countries.

You have to choose the right club with the right people. That can have an impact when things aren't going the right way - especially when you lose 7-0!

When we talk about Arsene Wenger, I like the fact that he focuses 80 percent about the style of play he wants for his team and not taking so much consideration into the other team.

I am always flattered to hear my name linked with different football clubs. That is good for your ego, but at the same time, I am happy here.

If you hear a voice within you say 'you cannot paint,' then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced.

With an apple I will astonish Paris.

I don't understand it. Jack will spend any amount of money to buy votes but he balks at investing a thousand dollars in a beautiful painting.

I will preach with my brush.

Art is longing. You never arrive, but you keep going in the hope that you will.

In art, there is no need for color; I see only light and shade. Give me a crayon, and I will paint your portrait.