It might be a news for some, but not all. Akram in his various interviews since 2003 has said this using almost same words. Most recently I remember was Interview taken by Mani on Geo before WC07.
Egoism is the worst enemy in a team game. If Frederer has ego problem, it will only harm him and his professional life. But in a team, you are just another 11th player.
The last remainings of this plaque are Afridi and Akhtar.