MY WEEK...

WHO’S CAUGHT MY EYE... JOE BRYAN

I WANTED to give Bristol City’s left back a special mention, separate from the achievements of his team. He was brilliant against Manchester United and I’m sure his name will have gone into the books of a few scouts. I’d go as far as to say he produced possibly the best performance by a full back I’ve seen anywhere this season.

WHAT I’VE BEEN UP TO...

ONE of the most humbling traditions we do at football clubs is pay visits to those who are having a difficult time at Christmas, when everything we do is put into perspective. This week Jack Butland, Ryan Shawcross and I went to Donna Louise Hospice in Stoke. The staff who work there are amazing. Donna Louise is a tough place to visit but it’s great seeing the faces of the children and parents light up. The kids were all so bright and bubbly and Jack and I really enjoyed it. I know most clubs do something similar but it’s a great tradition and long may it continue.

NEXT UP FOR ME...

A LOT of Christmas cheer! Three points is all I want against West Brom today before I spend Christmas night on my own in a Huddersfield hotel room… I love it really. It’s the best time of the year in so many ways.

WHAT I’M LISTENING TO...

Simple this week. It’s Christmas so Mariah Carey, Chris Rea, George Michael and, of course, The Pogues have been on repeat.