It became obvious that Blackburn wouldn’t be able to keep hold of the teenager, with Jones saying there was interest in him from Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester City and Everton. I could have gone to a host of clubs: [Manchester] City, Chelsea, Liverpool, Arsenal and Everton. Do I need play him? Speaking in 2013 Fergie said: ‘Jones, arguably the way he is looking, could be our best ever player. I think Jones may be one of the best players we have ever had, not matter where we play him.

Source: Metro April 11, 2020 08:48 UTC