“It’s not the most emotional Christmas I ever had, but it’s very special to be here.
“Of course we have to go out and do our best while everyone else wants to eat, drink and watch a film. It’s harder for the players than for me because I’ve had a lot of Christmas Days.
“But I will celebrate Jesus Christ today, no problem, and start preparing the game on Boxing Day for Leicester. I’m in the right place, everything is good, and we are in a special time.”