BARRY'S IN BLUE HEAVEN.

Byline: JAMES NURSEY

Birmingham v Fulham, today, 3pmBARRY FERGUSON admits he will have to think carefully before committing to Scotland again after claiming he has never been as content as he is at Birmingham.

Scots skipper Ferguson and keeper Allan McGregor were told in March they would no longer be considered for the national team following the ' 'Boozegate' scandal and the V-signs they flicked to cameras after it.

But SFA chief executive Gordon Smith says whoever takes over from sacked manager George Burley will be allowed to pick the pair.

"I'm so happy, I've settled in so well and the fans have took to me," said Ferguson, who joined Birmingham from Rangers in the summer.

"My family are still in Scotland but I can honestly say I have never been more content and happy."

Ferguson enjoyed a few days off during the recent international break and believes it was beneficial.

He added: "It allowed me to go up the road to Scotland and get a bit of rest. "I'm 31 and it's good to give the legs a rest for a few days and come back fresh and ready to go again."

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BAD SIGN Barry Ferguson's gesture resulted in a ban