Keane said Ferguson was “hanging around like a bad smell” and called out Carrick for appointing former United teammate Evans. Ferdinand told BBC 5Live: “I don’t think Sir Alex Ferguson has the influence at the club people think he does. I think he should have an influence, I think his presence is felt. By the way is there anyone on the planet who deserves a seat in the stadium every week more than Sir Alex? I understand why Michael Carrick has gone for someone like Steve Holland, he’s experienced.

Source: The Guardian January 17, 2026 08:29 UTC