FOND FAREWELLS

Last updated : 09 August 2005 By Editor
Sir Alex had very kind words for both Kleberson and Phil Neville at yesterday's press conference.

"It was a major decision for Phil to leave. He goes with everyone's bestwishes.

"He'll do well. I think it'll be a great signing for Everton. He's been a

fantastic professional, he has been a fixture here since he was a kid.

"It must be very difficult to make these decisions to leave our club. He's 28 and could have five or six years at the very top so it's probably the best decision for him.

"He (Kleberson) has made the decision and I think he simply didn't have the luck here.

"Several injuries knocked him back. It was a step forward and two back and that was unfortunate.

"He is a very good player and I'm sure he will do very well at Besiktas. Heis a good pro, a good character.

"Like a lot of players, with a big transfer he needed a break and he nevergot it. Hopefully, he will get the breaks now he goes to Besiktas."