In an amazing press conference at Old Trafford following this morning's training session, Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson raised the bar on Manc - Scouse non relationships.
"Just listen tae this," he told assembled press veterans, as he plugged in a 1980's ghetto blaster, which proceeded to play 'The Anfield Rap', upon which MOTD presenter and vastly overrated midfield centre whatever Alan Hansen allegedly took part.
"Is that no shite?" Sir Alex asked, before continuing:"That Rafa, he's gort some feckin heed on him tae think I'm aboot tae bottle it. He's nothin' but a wee Spanish gobshite. Anfield Rap mae aerse. Noo listen tae this.."
At which point, Sir Alex played 'Fernado' by ABBA, whilst laughing up his sleeve.
"Can ye believe that?" the master of psychological warfare declared. "Rafa's gonnae dae ma heed in, the numpty mother, while he pins his title aspirations on the heed of one relatively inexperienced Spanish striker, Fernando Torres.
"Well whoopy fucking doo.
"It's eighteen apiece guys.
"Live wi it.
"Knocked you arrogant self-pitying bastards right off your fucking perch noo eh?
"Can ye hear the fuckin drums Fernando?"
At which Sir Alex high-fived half of Manchester and walked off sniggering.
More as we get it.
