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"He was evil" - Patrice Evra says Sir Alex Ferguson would go to jail if he was still Manchester United boss in new revelation about hostile Red Devils

Former Manchester United star Patrice Evra has admitted that Sir Alex Ferguson's methods of management would be criminal in today's age. The 83-year-old is widely considered one of the most successful coaches in the game, but it came with a rather stern approach.

Ferguson was at Old Trafford from 1986 till 2013, winning 13 English top-flight titles in the process. Opening up about the hostile environment in the dressing room during Ferguson's reign, Evra told the SDS podcast (via Daily Mail):

"If Ferguson was coaching right now he would probably end up in jail. There's no way Ferguson would not be in jail with what he would do to."

"Do you know how many players I saw cry because he gave them the hairdryer, throwing boots - he was evil."

Narrating a specific incident that involved a young Danny Welbeck in a friendly game, Evra added:

"[Wayne] Rooney gave the ball to Welbeck but he missed the penalty. 'We lost the game but it was a friendly, like a 45 minute game. When we got back into the dressing room, Ferguson [shouted] 'Welbeck!'"

"'Who the f*** do you think you are? Coming in the first team, taking a penalty'. I was like 'boss, it's just a friendly game'. He was like 'F*** the friendly game'."

Evra himself was with the Red Devils from 2006 to 2014, where he won five Premier League titles and a Champions League trophy, among other honors.

Manchester United close to sealing deal for Premier League attacker, amid competition from Arsenal- Reports

Matheus Cunha

Manchester United are reportedly close to sealing a deal for Wolverhampton Wanderers attacker Matheus Cunha in the summer transfer window. The news comes from Goal Brasil, who say that Arsenal are also looking to sign the 25-year-old forward (via Metro).

As per this report, the Red Devils will be paying the player's £62.5 million release clause and £2.5 million in add-ons. However, the deal is not complete, with discussions over personal terms between Cunha and Manchester United still ongoing.

That being said, it is claimed that the Brazilian is keen to play under current Red Devils boss Ruben Amorim. The attacker has been in top form throughout the campaign, having made 34 appearances across competitions, bagging 17 goals and six assists.He's a versatile player, who can operate as a striker, in the number 10 space and on the left flank, based on the needs of his team.

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