Rival Premier League managers Alex Ferguson and Arsene Wenger showed their support for Kevin Keegan and Alan Curbishley, who resigned from their positions recently due to principles. Keegan left Newcastle because of interference from directors, while Curbishley departed West Ham over transfer disagreements with the board. Ferguson praised both men for standing up for their principles at a League Managers Association dinner at Wembley Stadium. It is not okay for a manager to have no control over their team's success or failure, especially when they are held responsible for it. Both Wenger and Ferguson, the longest-serving managers in the Premier League, believe that the manager is the most crucial figure at a club. "In today's era of young and wealthy chairmen, achieving success requires managing different challenges compared to when Arsene and I first began," Ferguson stated. He emphasized the importance of mutual respect in the face of financial constraints and managerial changes mid-season. Ferguson agreed with managers who leave due to principle, especially when faced with external pressures. The discussion also touched on the influx of overseas investment in the Premier League, exemplified by the Abu Dhabi United Group's acquisition of Manchester City and their plans to pursue Cristiano Ronaldo and Cesc Fabregas in the upcoming transfer window. Wenger expressed concerns that significant financial investment could cause instability in the league. He noted that there has been a shift in the motivations of club owners, with some now prioritizing money or glory over the traditional desire to buy their dream club. Having more money in the League is beneficial, but excessive wealth can create inflationary pressure that destabilizes other clubs and puts a strain on their resources. Despite being fierce rivals, the two men smiled and joked with each other, indicating a better understanding and mutual respect. Wenger mentioned that they have shared wine and meals at coaching conferences in Geneva, showing that there is respect between them. We both have excellent teams and have experienced amazing competition in the past ten years.