The Spain international was asked for his thoughts on the closest poll for the prize in years, since David's fellow countrymen Juan Mata and Ander Herrera fought for it in November 2016.
Back then, Juan finished only one per cent and 198 votes ahead of Ander and our latest monthly winner is still up in the air with Anthony Elanga and Jadon Sancho virtually neck and neck for February's award.
David collected the trophy in November, December and January after a string of fine performances, beating Scott McTominay, Bruno Fernandes and Elanga to the latest accolade.