From The People:
"I don't envy United because you have to compare the way you succeed in relation to the means you possess.
"The fact that United's commercial size is bigger than ours for the moment isn't a major concern to me.''
"Talking about Ferdinand, I am not going to spend that sort of money on a central defender."I don't have the means to do so, for that matter."
Wenger played down talk of a smouldering feud with Ferguson after several fiery collisions between England's top two clubs, including yesterday's FA Cup blockbuster at Old Trafford.
"In the past there has been friction, which adds extra spice. But I think real respect has been built between us over the years,'' he said.
"At the outset, there was perhaps a certain rejection. From one side to the other. Since then, when you are always battling against the same person, a form of esteem and respect is established.''
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