Ferguson fines United players
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Alex Ferguson has warned his Manchester United players they face the axe if they step out of line again in the aftermath of their Christmas party. United have been at the centre of a series of lurid tabloid headlines since the party and Ferguson says such articles are undermining their efforts to win the Premier League title.
The Scot claims the club is built on foundations of togetherness and that anyone who threatens that could be asked to leave. Rumors are flying high that Sir Alex has imposed a 1 million pound fine to all the players that was involved in the Christmas Party. Man, I love his Scotsman, he’s got balls and I agree with what he has done 100%.He said: “Football has changed but you cannot lose your control. That is why we make changes here at Manchester United when we see anyone interfering with this sense of control.”
With the January transfer window just days away Ferguson could have the opportunity to sell any of those players he thinks are causing trouble. Sir Alex Ferguson has been known to be hard on all his players and have never hesitated to sell his stars, because of ill discipline.
“When we see this, then it’s time for them to go because this club is based on everyone being together,” said the United boss.
“When we start going off at tangents you have to assess it - definitely.”
Ferguson also said he does not like the way modern-day footballers feel they must steal the limelight away from their team-mates, insisting no individual is bigger than the team.
“What annoys me about some players today is this personal glory thing. It’s ugly seeing these kind of celebrations.”
But Ferguson maintains he has no intention of walking away from Old Trafford himself, claiming his current squad is the best he has ever worked with.
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