Ruud upset at missing Keane game

[Rio's Back Pocket]

Manchester United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy said he was "not allowed" to play in Roy Keane's testimonial.
Speculation continues that the 29-year-old's United career may be over after he left Old Trafford before Sunday's game against Charlton.



He had expected to play in Keane's testimonial against Celtic but instead travelled to a World Cup training camp.

"I wanted to pay my respects to Roy. I wasn't allowed to so that was the most painful thing," he said.

Van Nistelrooy found first-team opportunities hard to come by for United in the second half of the season.

The Dutchman drove away before Sunday's game at Old Trafford, amid reports that he was unhappy at being left on the bench.

Speaking after the game, United boss Sir Alex Ferguson said: "There have been a couple of issues during the week that concerned us in terms of the spirit of the club.

"On such an important day, I felt that Ruud should be left out. We will be discussing it with club directors."

Link from BBC:~news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/teams/m/man_utd/4756091.stm

Does anyone really believe they wouldnt let him go? Surely it's down to Roy as it's his night?

[moxdevil]

Looks like another player leaving under shitty conditions.

[7even]

I watched a very quick interview with him earlier as he was training with Holland. It was written all over his face that he was upset, as soon as he got asked about his future at united, he walked away. Time will only tell what’s going to happen in the next few weeks.

[gatorade]

i saw that interview 2 i must agree he looked genuinely pained that he wasn't playing in it

[mufckeano16]

ya, i dont want to see him leave like this. he deserves better, considering after how much hes done. hes personally been one of my favorite players and this would be rediculous to see another great player leave utd on shitte terms