Jovial United boss Fergie drops Evans in a bit of trouble and strife

30 September 2009 10:27
Young Manchester United central defender Jonny Evans learned one valuable lesson on Tuesday afternoon: never take your girlfriend to a press conference. Seated alongside Sir Alex Ferguson at the top table at Old Trafford, the 21-year-old Northern Irishman listened attentively as his manager spoke earnestly about the benefits that marriage has brought to Wayne Rooney’s life and football. It wasn’t long before the spotlight was on him, though, when he was asked by Sportsmail if maybe it was time for him to tie the knot with his girlfriend, Kate. Evans On the spot: Ferguson and Evans had a quick laugh about the defender's marital status Northern Ireland defender Evans replied: ‘I really don’t want to talk about it, especially as my girlfriend is sitting in the middle of you all. ‘She is on a work placement with ITV this week.’ As all eyes turned to pick out an embarrassed-looking Kate, Ferguson seized his chance. ‘Get him tied down, dear,’ Ferguson said with a laugh. ‘Rings are cheap now.’

Source: Daily_Mail