Ferguson does not intend to sell Welbeck. © EuroFootball.com

The head coach Sir Alex Ferguson said that the chances of buying Danny Welbeck are the same as acquiring the 'Red Devils' strategist.

The rising star of Manchester United is performing well this season in the 'Black Cats' team, and after selling the forward Darren Bent to Aston Villa for a large sum, Sunderland coach Steve Bruce has enough money to make an appealing offer to the Premier League runners-up.

Nevertheless, Ferguson, speaking to the radio station "Key103", rejected the possibility of selling: "Steve has as much chance as buying me.

It's a shame that Danny will have to spend six weeks without football. His form has been fantastic and he is only 20 years old. Welbeck has a long way ahead, but the first signs are positive."