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SIR Alex Ferguson believes it will be 'very embarrassing' for Tottenham if they decide to carry out their threat to report Manchester United to the Premier League.
Chairman Daniel Levy is furious at United for what he sees as the very public courting of striker Dimitar Berbatov.However Old Trafford boss Ferguson maintains he never mentioned anyone by name when he revealed they had tabled a bid for a player.
Ferguson claims his remarks were misreported by a national newspaper and that United may now bring in their legal team.
Speaking after the 1-1 draw against Kaizer Chiefs in the Vodacom Challenge in South Africa, he said: "It is going to be very embarrassing for them (Tottenham).
"But you know what Daniel Levy is like. He is different."
United had to settle for a point in the opening game of the tournament with Chris Eagles getting the equaliser.
Eagles, who made only three appearances last season, saw his header take a deflection in the 59th minute following a cross from Carlos Tevez.
That goal cancelled out Jonathan Quartey's opener from the penalty spot that sparked scenes of chaotic celebration at the Newlands Stadium.
It was a feisty match and Wayne Rooney was booked for a challenge on Tinashe Nengomashe.
However Ferguson believes the England striker was unfairly punished.
"Wayne is a born fighter," said the Old Trafford boss. "He gets frustrated in some games.
"He is learning how to control himself and it (the challenge) was next to nothing.
"I do not think he was out of order in this instance."
England defender Rio Ferdinand was ruled out of the match when he suffered a back spasm just before kick-off.
However he could return for the next match against Orlando Pirates on Tuesday in Durban.
Michael Carrick, who is also carrying a knock, could also be available, while Wes Brown is expected to recover from a gashed ankle he sustained today.
Ferguson added: "It was a good competitive game and the Kaizer Chiefs played well.
"We found ourselves 1-0 down and that makes it hard because you are still looking for fitness and rhythm to your game.
"I think we deserved a draw. It was a good workout and a competitive game with lots of tasty tackles.
"That brings an edge to your game and I was very pleased to get that kind of competition today."
Copyright (c) 2008 Press Association
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