Mowbray said: "Robert has been an integral part of the results we have managed to gather together since his arrival at the club. He just brings a different ingredient to our midfield than what we had in the past. I have talked a lot about the balance of the team and Robert has helped to adjust that balance of the team and the results have reflected that a little bit. It is not just all about Robert. It is about the balance of the side. You've got to have the creativity and the work ethic as well but I think he brings us a touch of both to the team. He is a full international, he has a bit of experience but I also like his personality around the place, the way he goes about his training and his job. I would assume he is finding it exciting at the moment, playing in different stadiums on different stages. His motivation level remains very high because every week is a new challenge to him. We have been pleased with his contribution."