
'There was a bit of a myth about Sir Alex Ferguson and how he used to come in and batter refs – he never. Wenger and Ferguson were chalk and cheese': Mike Dean lifts lid on why he never 'got on' with Arsene Wenger
FourFourTwo EN 18 November 2025 at 10:30(Processed: 18 November 2025 at 16:23)
Former referee Mike Dean revealed that contrary to popular belief, Sir Alex Ferguson rarely confronted referees aggressively, contrasting him with Arsene Wenger. Dean stated he never 'got on' with Wenger, suggesting a significant difference in demeanor and style between the two famous managers.
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