Athlete

I know some players who have played abroad. It was not always easy for them.

If you play well, you are praised; if you play badly, you are criticised. Everyone should try to manage it the way they want to.

I left home at 21 to go and play for Munich and was immediately able to perform at a high standard. It was totally surreal, and I had no idea where it might lead.

Once you have won a title, you want more and more of these experiences, of those emotions.

Lionel Messi is a role model for everyone, including me.

Every chapter in life helps you move forward.

Gladbach are definitely one of the toughest opponents. They always play good football.

The dream of everyone is playing in Spain, Madrid, or Barcelona.

It was a big step for me to go to Bayern Munich. Of course, the expectations were different than at Dortmund, but that's what I wanted.

I'm a team player and think of the team first.

Klopp and Guardiola are two sensational managers.

Every player wants to be part of the World Cup.