Ferguson Hails Swansea City as Team of the Year

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has hailed Swansea City as the team of the year.

The Scot, the most successful club manager in the game today, also hailed the club's top goalscorer Michu.

Ferguson said:

'Swansea have been terrific,'

'The boy Michu has been a revelation. To sign him for just £2million and get 20 goals out of him — what a bargain!

'I wouldn't say Swansea have been the surprise package but they've really lifted their performances.

'They were a newly-promoted side last year and managed to survive in the top flight. This season, they've kicked on to another level and become a good middle-to-top side.

'They also won the League Cup of course and they play really good football. I'd say they're the team of the year with Michu a real bargain buy.'

His United team, who look certain to take the Premier League off their arch rivals Manchester City, completed the double over the Swans last season but that won't be possible this year following the 1-1 home draw at the Liberty Stadium. That day, Michu cancelled out Evra's opener.

Click here to join in the debate on the club forum.