Statements:
 
(Pre-season) “There’s still time to make sure we’re ready for the start of the season.  Holidays are a time to relax and take it easy, but now we’re back at work and training as hard as we can to be at full fitness.  We’re all so excited about next season, and although these first few days back in training have been difficult, we’re really looking forward to it.”
 
(Hopes) “We want next season to be the best yet, and this is why we’re working so hard.  Then time will tell how we get on.”
 
(Three competitions) “Being involved in three competitions at once will influence our performance this season, as there will be times when one will take priority over another.  However we’ll first focus on the Champions League, and then concentrate on being amongst the top four in the League.”