Mike Dean has insisted that Sir Alex Ferguson is not as intimidating as he would have perceived during his time as Manchester United manager.
The Premier League referee has opened up over his long career in football as he prepares to call time on his officiating at the end of the season. Dean will retire this summer after 22 years renowned as one of the most recognised referees in the game.
As well as being at the centre of some of the most controversial decisions, the Wirral-born ref has grown his own fame with his penchant for drama - including no-look cards, striking facial expressions and theatrical penalty-pointing. His long career has also meant he has built up relationships with some of the biggest names in football.
