Fergie: Time for Kids to step up

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson admits this season could be make-or-break for several of his home-grown youngsters.

Fraizer Campbell, Lee Martin, Jonny Evans and Darron Gibson, who were all out on loan last season, plus Chris Eagles all featured in yesterday's friendly victory over Orlando Pirates in South Africa.

Ferguson said: "When we signed those young lads, we thought they had the potential to go on and do well.

"They have now come to an age where we need to start making big decisions on them. We have to decide whether they should go on loan again or whether they can join our squad of 23 players.

"I would be delighted with that. It is a challenge for them as the standard of our team is high."