Post by Sky Sports 1 on Jun 30, 2006 13:17:41 GMT
This article is from the sun.. so believe what parts you like, i found it a tad funny though:
‘Exclusive’ from the Sun:
Man Utd stars may be fitted with MICROCHIPS — so boss Sir Alex Ferguson can map their movements on the field. But the players are outraged because they fear Fergie will monitor where they go OFF the pitch — including shopping sprees and wild parties at clubs.
Club coaches have already seen a demo of the system. And the idea has been discussed with players including Rio Ferdinand and Wayne Rooney. Many objected straight away.
A tiny device would be injected under the players’ skin — most likely by the arm near the tricep. Then satellites would plot exactly where they run during a game — like a mini version of Sat-Nav in cars. When the data is downloaded onto computers it will help Fergie fine-tune tactics and coaching.
First-team coach Brian McClair said: "One or two players were not pleased as they thought the gaffer could locate them at any time — not that any of them would be somewhere they shouldn’t. It could also help him locate players who leave the ground before, during and after games."
A United insider said the club was willing to try almost anything to make sure its millionaire stars perform to their peak. He added: "If this system means the players win the title, I’m sure they’ll be up for it."
My fave part being: "One or two players were not pleased as they thought the gaffer could locate them at any time — not that any of them would be somewhere they shouldn’t."
‘Exclusive’ from the Sun:
Man Utd stars may be fitted with MICROCHIPS — so boss Sir Alex Ferguson can map their movements on the field. But the players are outraged because they fear Fergie will monitor where they go OFF the pitch — including shopping sprees and wild parties at clubs.
Club coaches have already seen a demo of the system. And the idea has been discussed with players including Rio Ferdinand and Wayne Rooney. Many objected straight away.
A tiny device would be injected under the players’ skin — most likely by the arm near the tricep. Then satellites would plot exactly where they run during a game — like a mini version of Sat-Nav in cars. When the data is downloaded onto computers it will help Fergie fine-tune tactics and coaching.
First-team coach Brian McClair said: "One or two players were not pleased as they thought the gaffer could locate them at any time — not that any of them would be somewhere they shouldn’t. It could also help him locate players who leave the ground before, during and after games."
A United insider said the club was willing to try almost anything to make sure its millionaire stars perform to their peak. He added: "If this system means the players win the title, I’m sure they’ll be up for it."
My fave part being: "One or two players were not pleased as they thought the gaffer could locate them at any time — not that any of them would be somewhere they shouldn’t."
