Saha's debt of gratitude to Fergie
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Manchester United ace Louis Saha has revealed Sir Alex Ferguson saved him from quitting the game. The Frenchman, who is United's top scorer this season, claims he considered quitting because of his injury problems.
Saha has enjoyed his best season to date with United and he has helped them go six points clear at the top of the Premiership. The former Fulham man has endured a frustrating time with injuries over the last few years and Saha insists he was close to calling it quits.
"The injuries I have had recently have been the hardest times of my life," Saha told the News of the World. "Somewhere in my mind, while it was happening, I thought that it was all over, that Sir Alex Ferguson has had enough of my problems.
"It just wouldn't stop, as soon as I was ready to play again I would get injured. I couldn't take it anymore. "At the beginning of last season I was at my lowest - it was hell. "I thought about throwing in the towel as I couldn't handle it any more. What disappointed me was the fact I couldn't pay back the faith the club and the manager had placed in me after they stood by me through previous injuries."
Saha has special gratitude for the patience Ferguson has shown with him through all the injury problems. "I'll always remember what Sir Alex has done for me. I went to see him when I was at the end of my patience," continued Saha.
"I must have been injured for the 15th time and had the impression he had already been too nice to me. "I didn't want to abuse the situation so I said to him, 'I can't take it any more, relegate me to the reserve team'. He replied, 'Louis, you'll be back. We're counting on you'. "That's a phrase I'll never forget. He never gave up on me. Not once."
Meanwhile, Ferguson has admitted the surprise signing of Henrik Larsson will allow him to give a rest to Saha and Wayne Rooney in the second half of the season.
United announced a three-month loan deal for Larsson on Friday and the former Celtic hero will add options to Ferguson's attack.
Ferguson is keen to give Saha and Rooney a break at some point and he believes Larsson is the perfect replacement for either player.
"The major attraction for me is that he gives me a trusted option while I give Wayne and Louis a break," said Ferguson. "That's one of the reasons we've signed him. "Wayne and Louis want to play every week, but you can't allow that to happen."
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Good good.. Loyalty is the best policy in Old Trafford..
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Yeah. I like Louis Saha! His ball control is good and he work well with his team-mates!
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try telling tat to fergie.Originally posted by dinky1409:Good good.. Loyalty is the best policy in Old Trafford.. 
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I doubt he will listenOriginally posted by monoslayer:try telling tat to fergie. -
Fergie is the best
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I think all bosses/managers are loyal to the people they like and those who can produce for them.
I think SAF has showed his patience and loyalty for those who are injured, and willing to work for him. That's creditable.
you never want a boss to kick you out at the lowest moment of your life. -
he didnt. he jus kicked the boot n kena poor beckham.Originally posted by iceFatboy:
I think all bosses/managers are loyal to the people they like and those who can produce for them.
I think SAF has showed his patience and loyalty for those who are injured, and willing to work for him. That's creditable.you never want a boss to kick you out at the lowest moment of your life. -
Heh heh heh..Originally posted by monoslayer:he didnt. he jus kicked the boot n kena poor beckham. Beckham thinks he is bigger than anyone else mah.. 
Although I have to admit Man U misses his crosses.. -
And his free kicks. Till now, I think his presence is still sorely missed...
All those talk bt him possibly coming back to Utd... any more follow-ups?? -
Aiyah don't take him back lah.. He willing to become back up player meh?Originally posted by Spica:And his free kicks. Till now, I think his presence is still sorely missed...
All those talk bt him possibly coming back to Utd... any more follow-ups?? -
He may not be back up mah. I still feel he is the best player to take corners and free kicks...
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I think we got a better free-kick taker in Ronaldo..
and although we missed his crosses, I think Ronaldo is doing fine, and given that he is in his early 20s, we got so much to look forward to from him... -
I agreed that Ronaldo will be able to step in Beckham's shoes perfectly...but as said, he is still young. And while I think he has improved tremendously since the WC in terms of team spirit, but he does go to pieces sometimes when he gets carried away. Given more time, he will definitely be one of the best players in the league, if not the best
But juz hope to see Beckham's magic again before he hangs up his boots for good... -
do u think beckham will come back to old trafford again?
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nope.Originally posted by Dead_Man_Inc:do u think beckham will come back to old trafford again?
and i think its better that way. no point going back to the past, the only way is forward. right now, i think the best signing SAF can make is Stewart Downing to replace Giggs. That way, United will have almost completed its transition with fresh faces replacing the old guard -
I sure hope so...
Anyway he did say that if he has to go back to play in Englang again, it's got to be back to Utd!! -
Heard he might head to Seria A..
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true, following, we do need someone to take over Giggs, but I feel Downing is too mechanical.
Giggs has that special quality, that magic, then whe he turns it on like the game vs Gooners, he just goes on and on, untouchable.
Downing lacks that. yes, he got pace and crosses, but to me, he lacked that special quality.. one to stand out from the rest of the wingers, one that makes you sit up and notice once he gets the ball.
To me, Giggs, Keano, Cantona are all a special breed.. So enjoy while we can... -
Yeah Downing no skill... Wasted Joe Cole would have been good.. Simao is good stuff... Joaquin??Originally posted by iceFatboy:true, following, we do need someone to take over Giggs, but I feel Downing is too mechanical.
Giggs has that special quality, that magic, then whe he turns it on like the game vs Gooners, he just goes on and on, untouchable.
Downing lacks that. yes, he got pace and crosses, but to me, he lacked that special quality.. one to stand out from the rest of the wingers, one that makes you sit up and notice once he gets the ball.
To me, Giggs, Keano, Cantona are all a special breed.. So enjoy while we can... -
Vicente is good.
But Valencia wouldn't release him that easily. -
one of my fav left winger. pure class when on fire.Originally posted by SexyChin:Vicente is good.
But Valencia wouldn't release him that easily. -
Agreed..Originally posted by monoslayer:one of my fav left winger. pure class when on fire.
Anyway those of you Man U fans click on the link on my signature!! -
i doubt beckham will ever get a chance to be back, hes gone, so be it. without doubt, SAF is the most loyal among the loyal, this club would not have being where it was if not for him, i think the club and fans all owe him too much, and we have still yet to find a suitable replacement if he ever decides to retire.. *gulp* .. no i wouldn't dare to dream that carlos would replace him...because i hope not.. Guus Hiddink would seem like an ideal candidate though..hes already comitted to russian football team..
anyway, its good taht saha is paying back the faith by pumping in the goals