'I would like to thank the police for their professionalism and support yesterday. From the moment they received their information from the News of the World they were unbelievably effective. Because of this incident we will be reviewing our security arrangements again with help from both the police and the security experts at Manchester United. The first role of a father and husband is to keep his family safe.'
Meanwhile Paddy Harverson issued the following statement:
"'We are very concerned by these developments because the safety and welfare of our players and their families is of paramount importance to Manchester United. However, we are confident that the security arrangements around the club's players and staff are entirely adequate, although those arrangements are always under constant review."
With a sleaze bag still in a senior position at the club and reportedly popping into the ladies lavs pity United don’t provided similar reassurances to those members of staff who don’t pull on a shirt and can’t afford their own bodyguards.