The manager is still talking him up:
"I always feel a footballer has everything in his own hands," said Ferguson. "In particular players with ability, and there's no question Seba has fantastic ability. I don't know when all the criticism of him started. I think there has been an unfairness towards him, but the answer lies with the player."
"Seba has got the ability to light up a football field, as anyone who saw some of the things he did against Boca Juniors on Saturday would know. His pre-season form has been outstanding. With Seba I feel he has a great challenge, one he won't shirk, and he could have a fantastic season, because he has all the ability. There's no need for us to pander to all the screaming and shouting from critics about what he's not doing. It's always important to remember what a player can add to the party."