THE OLDEST TRICK IN THE BOOK

Last updated : 01 October 2002 By editor

United have revealed they are still waiting on Jaap Stam's £12m transfer fee from Lazio.

The Italians are looking to re-structure payments on the deal made for the defender 13 months ago.

United spokesman Paddy Harverson insists the full balance will be paid, and said: "We have their guarantee and, in the meantime, they are paying us interest on the outstanding debt."