Arsenal security pleases Ferguson

Ferguson in full voice at the Emirates Stadium last season

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson is happy Arsenal will provide increased stewarding around the dug-out for Saturday's Premier League clash.

The Gunners have reviewed the security to try to prevent fans getting too close to the dug-out after last year's 2-2 draw at the Emirates Stadium.

"Last year was pretty unsavoury. In fact, I think it was nasty," Ferguson said. "It is too open for my liking.

"It should not happen when you build a modern stadium like that."

Arsenal used to play at Highbury and moved across north London to the Emirates Stadium, which opened in July 2006.

Ferguson's side are currently third in the Premier League - one place ahead of the Gunners - and Ferguson added: "It is quite right they have improved the security.

"It is a weakness in the planning that you don't provide safety for the visiting substitutes and staff."

Arsenal will travel to Old Trafford on 16 May for the return fixture.