The revelation prompted plenty of studio banter, particularly from his fellow pundit and former Manchester City defender Micah Richards. Upon hearing how the unusual injury occurred, Richards jokingly interjected with: "Are you ever going to grow up?" It was a light-hearted exchange that perfectly highlighted the enduring rivalry between two men who frequently clashed during intense Manchester derbies. The former D.C. United and Plymouth Argyle manager took the teasing in his stride. Remaining stoic about the medical complications, he simply downplayed the severity of the pain, adding: "It hurt but it'll be fine."