Gary Neville 'happy to give up Sky Sports duties' amid fan complaints

 Gary Neville has conceded he would willingly relinquish his role covering Manchester United fixtures for Sky Sports, expressing contentment at simply watching from the terraces instead.

The former Red Devils captain made the admission following criticism from supporters who believe he demonstrates insufficient passion for his former club during broadcasts.

Neville, who made over 600 appearances for United during his playing career, addressed the accusations in a candid discussion with ex-teammate Rio Ferdinand.

The 51-year-old acknowledged that his attempts at maintaining professional neutrality have sometimes alienated the very fanbase that once revered him as a cult hero at Old Trafford.

Ferdinand revealed on his Rio Ferdinand Presents Podcast that supporters had specifically requested he raise the matter of perceived unfair criticism with his former defensive partner.

Neville offered a forthright response, admitting that covering United matches presents the greatest challenge in his broadcasting career.

"It's a balance though Rio, isn't it?" he remarked, before declaring his genuine desire for neither Manchester City nor Liverpool to triumph in any fixture.

However, the eight-time Premier League winner accepted that his pursuit of professionalism may have occasionally skewed his commentary.

"Sometimes I maybe don't get the balance right with United," he confessed during the exchange.