Chelsea still our biggest threat, insists Ferguson

ALEX FERGUSON believes Manchester United come face to face with the biggest obstacle to their quest to reclaim domestic superiority this season when they take on Chelsea in tomorrow’s Community Shield.

Although Manchester City have once again been England’s biggest spenders this summer, Liverpool have kept hold of Fernando Torres and Steven Gerrard and Tottenham are buoyed by a favourable Champions League qualifying draw, Ferguson is adamant last season’s double winners are the team to beat.

Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti has been active in the transfer market, striking early to lure Yossi Benayoun south from Anfield and then agreeing an £18million fee with Benfica for Brazilian midfielder Ramires.