THE ESSENTIAL

Sir Alex Ferguson hailed Nani's maturity after the Portuguese winger's talismanic display in Manchester United's 3-1 win over Arsenal. The 23-year-old delivered the cross that led to Manuel Almunia's own goal for the opener and set up Wayne Rooney for the second. Ferguson said: "His last three games have been absolutely first class but today was his best. He's a very shy boy and maybe his personality is getting stronger to play for us every week. Today was an example of that maturity."

Sir Alex Ferguson has absolved his young players of blame for Manchester United's shock FA Cup defeat to Leeds.

Manchester United striker Dimitar Berbatov has confessed that he feels under pressure to live up to his huge price tag at Old Trafford.

Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs believes Sir Alex Ferguson will still be the manager at Old Trafford "in five years' time".

Sol Campbell has invited Manchester United to make a move for him after admitting he would "love" to play for the Red Devils.

Hat-trick hero Michael Owen feels Manchester United's fringe players could have a major role to play this season as super-subs at Old Trafford.

Manchester City star Carlos Tevez feels the treatment he now receives from Manchester United fans is unfair after the loyalty he showed them.

Michael Owen has his own personal reasons for wanting Manchester United to win the Premier League crown for a record fourth successive season.

Wayne Rooney expects to open talks over a contract extension at Manchester United at some point over the next few months.

Referees' union secretary Alan Leighton says his organisation could pursue legal action against Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson.

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Who? - Michael Owen
Where is he? - Manchester United
Who is he linked with? - The Exit Door
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Who? - Chris Smalling
Where is he? - Fulham
Who is he linked with? - Manchester United
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