I’m never going to be seen as an attacking midfielder who’s going to dribble past anyone, create untold chances, and score lots of goals, but going forward is something I’ve always enjoyed doing. Gareth Barry Read Quote
I’m delighted to be joining City. It didn’t take much persuasion from Mark Hughes; they are heading in the direction I want to go. There is great potential here. Gareth Barry Read Quote
I have played a lot of games, had a good international career, and picked up a lot of caps, but it is not going to be complete without winning trophies, so that is my main goal. Gareth Barry Read Quote
You learn from being out of the team, but it makes you desperate for another chance, and when it comes along, you just have to grab it. Don’t let go. Gareth Barry Read Quote
I’ve been in the Premier League for 10 years, more, and the money I’ve been paid is phenomenal compared to your average, everyday working man. Gareth Barry Read Quote
It was Martin O’Neill who said, ‘You’re a central midfielder.’ He put faith into players. He was very clever at getting into players’ heads, leaving little remarks to make me believe more. The players at Villa all moved up another level under him. Gareth Barry Read Quote
Most people would snap your arm off to do what I’ve done, but for me to be able to say my career was successful, I need to have some trophies and some medals in my cabinet when I finish. Gareth Barry Read Quote
My head has just been all about wanting to play regular football in the Premier League. Gareth Barry Read Quote
When you play a lot of games in a row, and you come off the pitch thinking, ‘I can’t do this no more,’ then it is time to look at something else, whether you have six months left on your contract or four years. Gareth Barry Read Quote
