Outspoken Nani plays down Ferguson row

Manchester United winger Nani insists he has "no problem" with Sir Alex Ferguson after his ill advised comments about the manager in the Portuguese press lead to reports that his days at Old Trafford were numbered.

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Nani has struggled to live up to the hype at Old Trafford.

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Nani's remarks, published in Thursday's Sun, accused Ferguson of undermining his confidence and painted a picture of a foulmouthed boss who rules by fear. The Portugal international also describe Ferguson as "a very complicated man" who "can go from complimenting you to just plain trashing you in a matter of minutes".

However, Nani, who has failed to establish himself at United following a £17 million move from Sporting Lisbon in the summer of 2007, has now sought to play down the row.

"I often speak with the coach about my performance," Nani told the Daily Mail. "I accept Ferguson's decision but I want to have more minutes on the field.

"After Cristiano Ronaldo left, I wanted a bigger role, but the coach picks the team. Against Chelsea I wanted a chance but it didn't come. You need to accept bad moments, I have no problem with the coach."