WITH ROYAL APPROVAL

"Roy was the best in midfield, he could play everywhere. He could play the holding role and be defensive but could burst forward and score. He was so intelligent in how he played the game and let me tell you, it was good to have him behind me for four seasons.

"He'd win the ball then give it to me. And what a character - he'd lead my team and inspire them."

Cantona's team is: Goalkeeper - Rene Higuita, Junior, Beckenbauer, Giacinto, Facchetti, Garrincha, Keane, Maradona, Cruyff, Mario Kempes, George Best.

And the manager?

"I picked the team so I should manage them. I would love to take charge of this team. I know we would have some good times."

Meanwhile also in 442 Ruud backs Keane’s criticism of United:

"What Roy said was completely true. He knew that things weren't right within the club, that the team weren't performing as we should, so he spoke out. It only escalated into a public row because the interview was pulled from MUTV.

"Roy had said what he felt numerous times to the players and for us his criticism wasn't anything new. It didn't just come out of nowhere. He was captain of the team and completely right to speak up. Roy had a big heart for this club.

"He knows Manchester United Football Club inside out and I respect him for the way he is as a person and the way he performed as captain here.

"I certainly have more respect for a person like Roy than for those people who hide behind rumours and the backs of other people. Believe me, Roy Keane is the best professional I have ever met."