When I arrived in Milan, I found myself surrounded by many fantastic footballers.

I arrived in Milan when I was 18. But my time in Italian football helped me to mature.

I loved Milan. I was there for six years and made my stories there.

I played very well in AC Milan, but I had two years of injury problems. I needed to change team and the city for my mentality.

Playing in Milan for me meant being able to play alongside players who were idols to me as a kid. Playing alongside David Beckham - his long passes are perfect for me.

I remember my first time in the Champions League. I was 18, and it was Arsenal against Milan at The Emirates. The night before, I remember I put my music on my iPod. I was lying in bed, and I listened to the Champions League music. That was my Champions League debut, my first time. It was beautiful.