McCLAREN IS A NICKY FAN

Last updated : 22 December 2003 By Editor
Boro boss Steve McClaren told Sky:

"He would be the perfect player for us. If it [a move] was
possible I would be first on that phone. He is a fantastic
player. He won't be very happy not being in that side. In
training he gives 100% and I'm sure he will be kicking every
midfielder in the squad to get back into that side!

"Nicky reacts in a most positive way. When he gets his
opportunity he won't let it go. He is a determined
character. He is important to Manchester United because he
is part of that core that came through together - the
Nevilles, Giggs, Scholes, Butt."