Berbatov admits United pain

Manchester United striker Dimitar Berbatov has admitted it hurts to be little more than a bit-part player at Old Trafford.

Striker hoping to play his part in title race

Manchester United striker Dimitar Berbatov has admitted it hurts to be little more than a bit-part player at Old Trafford. The Bulgarian has made just 10 league appearances so far this season, only half of which were starting spots. He scored on the last occasion, against Stoke on January 31, but was not even on the bench for the win over former club Tottenham a week ago. Despite his lack of action Berbatov insists he is ready and willing to fight for his team when called upon. "It's just about being ready," Berbatov told United Review. "We have a big squad and you know sometimes you are not going to play. "It's sad and it's painful but you need to be strong and be prepared for when your team-mates need your help. "We are a team and we want to win together."

Ready and waiting

Despite his lack of appearances, Berbatov is still United's joint third top scorer with an overall tally of nine. That figures includes five in two games against Wigan and Blackburn just after Christmas. "Every time I have played I think I have done well," added Berbatov. "I'm ready and waiting whenever the boss gives me a chance to show my quality and deliver. "I want to do as much as I can to help us win the title."