100 Quotes by Juan Mata

My adaptation on the pitch has gone in parallel with my adaptation to London.

I'm trying to know every part of London, to improve my English and enjoy the football. On my days off, I go to different parts of the city.

London is a very big city, Manchester is calmer. I live near the training ground, so I do things around there in the countryside, but I really like Manchester's Northern Quarter, where they have nice coffee shops and live music places.

I never lose faith. I believe in myself. I know what I can do.

For me, it would be the perfect summer to play in the Euros and then the Olympics. My desire is to play in both.

I had the luck of being in Madrid. They sign some of the best players in the world, and that really leaves fewer opportunities for young players.

It's amazing knowing that a club like Manchester United is interested in you. It's a good feeling.

I always said I was very grateful for Chelsea. I spent an amazing time of my career there, we won a lot of trophies, and I think I became a better player. I have great friends in the club, and I always wish the best for them.

I've been lucky to be born in Spain to a good family. But some team-mates reached the same position from a tough background. Football is equal, and it doesn't matter where you come from.