He is a great example of the fact that not every footballer is as in love with the game as you might expect. I am sure he enjoys it, but the very best players have a focus and dedication that I would guess few of us are capable of in our own jobs
When he was on it, he was amazing. It just didn't happen often enough.
I find it hard to be too critical of players like this because I know I would be exactly the same
No real evidence of that, the dedication/focus-thing, I mean: He has had an excellent career.
"Plenty of strikers can score goals," he said, gesturing to the famous old stands casting shadows around us.
"But a lot have found it difficult wearing the number 9 shirt for The Arsenal."