Stephen Ireland is glad he made the decision to snub Manchester United Football Club.

The Irish midfielder spent a week on trial with the Reds when he was 15-years-old, but he deciding against pursuing a career with the club he supported as a boy.

Ireland eventually ended up across Manchester at City, and as he continues to play an integral role for the Blues, he insists he has no regrets.

"I didn't know where I stood at United," Ireland told the Daily Mirror. "I was there when I was 15, but I just didn't like it. Every day there I'd be training with a different bunch of kids.

“I didn't know who I was meant to be impressing, and I just felt all over the place. I only met Fergie once. I said 'hello' to him one day so he knew straight away I was Irish.

“He told me he has enough Irish players with Roy Keane and Denis Irwin, so I guess that was another hint for me to hit the road.

“As soon as I came to City it felt right and I could see myself being where I am now. I've always wanted to play first-team football and thankfully I've managed that at City."

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