ALEX FERGUSON may have ended the debate over Roy Keane’s non-appearance on Manchester United’s Far East tour – but the Red Devils boss admits he is still unsure how he will eventually replace his long-serving captain.

Alex Ferguson has dismissed claims he axed Roy Keane from Manchester United’s Far East tour for disciplinary reasons.

ROY KEANE’S lawyer has dismissed claims that the Man United skipper was axed from the Red Devils’ current Far East tour because of a bust-up with Alex Ferguson.

Roy Keane’s lawyer has dismissed claims that the Manchester United skipper was axed from the Red Devils’ current Far East tour because of a bust-up with Alex Ferguson.

Mystery surrounds the absence of Roy Keane from Manchester United’s current Far East tour, with club officials refusing to comment on claims the Irishman was axed by Alex Ferguson following a blazing row between the pair.

ALEX FERGUSON remains convinced there is barely a gap between Manchester United and champions Chelsea.

BAYERN MUNICH midfielder Michael Ballack has moved to end speculation he could join Manchester United. And Bayern insist United have not made an offer for the Germany captain.

Manchester United will visit Beijing for the first time as part of next summer’s Far East tour.

Southampton midfielder Mark Draper has retired from the game because of injury.