Gibson Gunning for Dein

Sky Sports carries a report of Boro boss, Steve Gibson that I find timely and very appropriate. In the light of Stev McLaren's deserved appointment as England manager, Gibson chides David Dein's involvement in the whole process. David Dein is of course Arsenal vice-Chairman - whose manager Arsene Wenger was mentioned after the fact as having turned down the England job.

Dein is seen as protecting the interest of the Gunners rather than that of the English FA. This is not the first time criticism has been thrown at Dein's way and one wonders how he can continue to operate in the FA and Arsenal at the same time.

Of Roy and Rooney

There is a cup on my table, one with the photo of Roy Keane on it. Among my many United prized possesions, this tops the list. Therefore, it gave me pleasure to read in The Herald about Roy Keane's impending testimonial farewell, and the chance for closure in what has been one of Manchester United's greatest footballing legends of all time.

It would have been more fitting however, had Wayne Rooney not broken his metatarsal bone in the match at Stamford Bridge. The passing of batton from Keane to Rooney would have been significant to say the least and (hopefully) symbolic of the club's future intentions.

Just as Roy Keane's absence was felt during the World Cup in Korea, Rooney's probably no show may ensure that 66 will remain in July as England's only triumph at these haloed levels.

Bridge Shows Signs of Disrepair

If the words of Chelsea CEO Peter Kenyon are anything to go by, trouble's a brewing in London. The insinuation that Jose Mourinho was merely emotional and that the Special One would remain at Stamford Bridge continues to fan speculation that things are not well at the top management of the club. If this is indeed true, the English FA bosses would have an easier task replacing Sven.