It's top secret: Tottenham defender Younes Kaboul

By Laura Williamson for MailOnline

Who is your sporting hero?

I've got a few. I used to like Marco van Basten when I was a kid. He was my favourite player.

What would you be if you weren't a sportsman?

A tennis player, 100 per cent. I still play when I can - I like to serve and volley. It's my second favourite sport.

Which other sportsman would you like to be?

Michael Jordan. He's done a lot outside his career as well as on the basketball court and he proved he could play golf and baseball as well. He's a big example to follow.

Career highlight?

The win against Arsenal last year at the Emirates, the 3-2. It was special to come back with three goals after we were losing 2-0, particularly in the derby. And I scored the winner!

And the worst moment?

I've had a few I admit, but I prefer to remember the good ones.

If your house was burning down, what one possession would you save?

If my family were safe, I wouldn't care. Not at all.

What's the best advice you've ever been given?

My old physio in France told me you must do what you have to do the same day, and not put it off until the next day. It's good advice.

Favourite karaoke song?

I've never done it. If I did it would be a French song, from a French rapper called Rohff. Can I rap? I guess so!



Three most-listened to songs on your ipod?

Anything by Rohff. I love Boyz II Men as well - particularly End of the Road - and Dr Dre.

Look alike: Sebastien Bassong (right)

Last film you saw?

A French film - Immortal. It was very good.

Last book you read?

Mesrine. The film came out in England, which was also very good.

Favourite pre-match meal? It's always the same. Salmon, some pasta and a few potatoes. That's it.

Can you cook? Best dish?

No. I'm rubbish. I tried, but I was sick afterwards so I leave it to somebody else.

Your favourite holiday destination?

I went recently to the Seychelles. It was the most beautiful place.

In a film of your life, who would you like to play you?

Sebastien Bassong! We definitely look alike.

What's the most expensive thing you've ever bought?

I have a massive project with my dad in Morocco. It's a patisserie with coffee and there's an area to grow our own produce. They've almost finished the building, but we don't know what it will be called yet. We're hoping to open next summer.

Tell us a secret . . .

I'm scared of mice. It's worse than anything. If a big man came to me I would never be scared, but a mouse . . .



