100 Quotes by Julian Nagelsmann

We have to entertain the supporters. It's not only about defending and 'don't concede.' Perhaps most managers focus on defence.

Mourinho and I have similarities in our careers. We didn't play professionally but our way of playing is not the same.

Counter-pressing is a very important topic. Putting pressure onto opponents almost every single minute so we can win the ball... but that is only one thing; we need to find a good balance between ball possession and attacking moments.

When you educate and develop your players, it is important they recognise you are sometimes crazy and a child and want to play football. Even though I am a manager, there will always be a good relationship with them. They know I am not only the guy who tells them ideas but that I can also be a crazy child as well - and that is important.

I work like a baker. I mix things, put them in the oven and see if I like what comes out.

When I get a new player, we do tests about his character and personality because it is very important to find out about the things he loves to do on and off the pitch.

The feeling of pleasure and enjoyment from what we do is extremely important. It creates trust and respect when you walk into the dressing room or onto the pitch.

I'm a football coach, not a model.

Always be an entertainer. I have rules in offence but it's all about players finding the right spaces and solutions in the right moments.