Melbourne Victory's star signing Marcos Flores has revealed the interesting approach he takes to playing the round-ball game.

While some may claim to love the world game, Flores has taken things to a whole new level.

Eyes on the prize: Marcos Flores. Credit:Paul Rovere

''I tell my teammates all the time, you have to treat the ball like your girlfriend," says the Argentinian.

Speaking on SEN radio, Flores revealed his philosophy. Treat the ball like your girlfriend, because you wouldn't want another man touching your girlfriend, would you?