Fergie happy for Scholes break

Sir Alex Ferguson believes Manchester United will benefit from a refreshed Paul Scholes in the closing weeks of the season.

Scholes was hit with a three-game suspension after being sent off in the victory over Liverpool at the start of the month, and has not played since the UEFA Champions League clash with Lille on 7th March.

And, after retiring from international football, he has enjoyed an extended break over the last couple of weeks.

Ferguson has applauded the midfielder's decision to call time on his England career for family reasons, and is confident he will end the season strongly.

"Paul regards family life as very important," Ferguson told Sky Sports News.

"He knows the travelling with the international team is tremendous and coming to his age, I think he felt it was time to give more time to his family.

"That is the reason he gave up international football.

"His form this season has been absolutely fantastic and now we are getting him back fresh after a little break."

Ferguson also reiterated his intention to remain in charge of United for a few more years.

The Scot accepts there are many potential candidates who would like the chance to replace him, but insists he is still as hungry for success as ever.

"There are many people who would love this job but I have got a few more years yet," he said. [Via]