Ferguson is currently in the process of lopping off his own nose, apparently to spite his face. At least that's what the Mill deduces from reports that he will deplete his already inadequate squad by flogging both Anderson and Michael Carrick before the transfer window closes.
Word is the manager has fallen out with both players, neither of whom made it even so far as the bench for United's trip to Wigan at the weekend. Barcelona are said to be eager to liberate Anderson from Old Trafford, while Fergie's old chum Rafael BenÃtez, wants Carrick, whom he fancies as a decent replacement for Xabi Alonso. Fergie isn't particularly keen on sending him to Anfield, of all places, but money is so tight around Old Trafford that if Rafa can come up with £10m the deal will be done. That's a mighty big 'if', though.
