London, Oct. 28 Manchester United boss Alex Ferguson has been accused of leading a group of Premier League bosses in a gang up against Liverpool counterpart Rafa Benitez.

Wigan manager Roberto Martinez made the amazing claim last night, reports The Sun.

He also insisted the FA are terrified of Fergie's power over the Premier League.

Martinez said: "Ferguson has his group of loyalists among other coaches - Steve Bruce, his ex-player, and Sam Allardyce, who thinks he will be his successor, among others. On the other hand, there is only Benitez and they throw sticks at him from all sides."

Liverpool chief Benitez caused a storm last season by accusing Manchester United boss Ferguson of having too much power and getting away with too much with the FA. (ANI)