Fergie ponders Ruud options

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After watching his FA Cup holders stroll past Everton to book their place in today's sixth round draw, Ferguson's thoughts immediately switched to Wednesday's crucial Champions League showdown with AC Milan - and whether he should send Ruud van Nistelrooy straight into battle.

Ferguson confirmed he never had any intention of playing the Dutchman at Goodison Park, despite claiming he was fit enough to make the trip.