QPR's Scouse midfielder Joey Barton has defended Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard from criticism by Manchester United icon Sir Alex Ferguson.
Barton tweeted:
On a serious note. Gerrard for me, was better than Roy Keane. At one stage he was up there with the best midfielders in the World. — Joseph Barton (@Joey7Barton) October 24, 2013
Lucky enough to have Played against them both on number of occasions. Steven Gerrard streets ahead IMO. Keane was v good but SG better... — Joseph Barton (@Joey7Barton) October 24, 2013
