"I have spoken to Alex Ferguson and he was adamant that Ruud is going nowhere because he is one of United's most important players. Ruud is happy with life in Manchester and has three years left on his contract."
"I did speak to a representative of Mr Martinez Rovira, and a month ago I also met with Jordi Majo. But it is not down to me or Ruud whether he goes to Barcelona. That is a matter for the two clubs."