Joey Barton has admitted he will have to put his admiration for Duncan Ferguson to one side as he prepares to face off against his Everton hero on Saturday.
A boyhood Blue, Barton began his career within the Everton academy before going on to represent the likes of Manchester City, Newcastle United and Queens Park Rangers during his playing days. The 40-year-old has since gone into management and is in his second post in charge of a Football League side.
Now the Bristol Rovers boss, the Gas will travel to Gloucestershire on Saturday to face off against Forest Green Rovers, who are still searching for their first win following the appointment of Ferguson. It is set to be a strange occasion for Barton, who has made clear he grew up idolising the ex-Blues striker.
