Fergie slams selfish stars
30 Dec 2007 - 12:19:23
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson believes many footballers are now more interested in themselves than the team.
The veteran boss is believed to have been furious after learning of his players' behaviour at their recent Christmas party and thinks it is part of a wider malaise.
He said: "What annoys me about some players today is this personal glory thing.
"They score a goal and then knock players out of the road so they can have their own private, personal gratification and praise from the fans. It's ugly seeing these kinds of celebrations.
"These present-day footballers need to be noticed, with their ear-rings and tattoos. They no longer go to the small Italian restaurants but to the big and bright places.
"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.
"When we see this, then it's time for them to go because this club is based on everyone being together.
"When we start going off at tangents you have to assess it - definitely."
