FATHER-TO-BE Phil Neville showed he is ready for the new addition to his family when he was given the keys to a sponsored car.

The Manchester United and England defender, whose wife Julie is expecting a baby in 10 weeks, was only too happy to drive home in the spacious black Chrysler PT Cruiser.

The footballer had been browsing around the Richard Cort Motor Group in Rossendale looking for a vehicle with enough room in the back for the little one, when bosses decided to loan him the car.

Chris Briggs, general sales manager, said: "It's a honour to be involved with such a high profile player. We hope this relationship can continue a long time."