How is it working with the Dutch coaching staff at Galatasaray – Frank Rijkaard & Johan Neeskens?
You can’t seem to escape their influence as an Aussie… They are the perfect managers for me. The way they go about playing football is exactly how I want to play and exactly how I’d teach football. That’s why I’m playing good football at the moment. I’m enjoying playing at the moment, it’s fun. They get your mind and touch working everyday and that’s just great. The last time we spoke you were talking about being moved all around the pitch, even in defence. Are you happier with your role now? I only played in defence as we were so limited in numbers at the time. I’m not a defensive player. I played at left-wing back for Leeds United once on my debut and after the game I was told I wouldn’t be playing in that position again and that I should be upfront. I’ve been playing on the left, right and upfront at Galatasaray. We have good players who can play in a range of positions. That does mean you always have to be on your toes to keep your spot in the team. There was talk recently of you
