It has just been confirmed that Sir Alex Ferguson will step down as Manchester United manager at the end of the season after 26 years in charge.




"The Scot, 71, has won 38 trophies since taking over from Ron Atkinson on 6 November 1986, including this season's Premier League title.
His haul includes 13 titles, two Champions League crowns, five FA Cups and four League Cups.

"The decision to retire is one that I have thought a great deal about. It is the right time," Ferguson said. "It was important to me to leave an organisation in the strongest possible shape and I believe I have done so. "The quality of this league winning squad, and the balance of ages within it, bodes well for continued success at the highest level whilst the structure of the youth set-up will ensure that the long-term future of the club remains a bright one.
Ferguson, who will take on the dual role of director and ambassador for United, praised the people he felt helped him build the club into one of the biggest in the world.

"I must pay tribute to my family, their love and support has been essential," he added."My wife Cathy has been the key figure throughout my career, providing a bedrock of both stability and encouragement. Words are not enough to express what this has meant to me.
"As for my players and staff, past and present, I would like to thank them all for a staggering level of professional conduct and dedication that has helped to deliver so many memorable triumphs. Without their contribution the history of this great club would not be as rich."

Already Bookmakers have made Everton manager David Moyes odds-on favourite to take over at Old Trafford.
The Scot is out of contract in the summer at Goodison Park having delayed talks on a new deal until the end of the season.

Next question is who is capable of filling his shoes?

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Thank you moderators.

The end of an ERA...

Ferguson a living legend.

up blues

eiete: Where are the moderators?

This is breaking news that should be on the front page.

you be learner? you see tonto dike inside the news?

thank you Sir Alex

Hmmmn interesting!!!

Great job.

He should be succeeded by a level headed but highly professional manager. Moyes will fit. Dont go for any 'special one' that is only interested in building his CV and will flee after 2 or 3 seasons and leave behind a disjointed club.

The greatest Manager in EPL history, enjoy your retirement sir and thank you....

WELDONE TO A GREAT MANAGER, GOOD IN THE LOCAL LEAGUE, WON TWO CHAMPIONS LEAGUE IN OVER 26YEARS

dude should be damn rich>

SAF

Ha ha ha

The fear of Morihno return is the beginning of wisdom

Ferguson knows that with Morihno coming back as Chelsea manager, it will mean more higher blood pressure for Ferguson

Anyway you still a legend

Keshi will replace him.lolz. He is an achiever.

He dn Old na.... He dn try, He've gotten sooo many Achievements....



MODS Get This To The Front Page Please!!!!!


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I guess Howard Webb will retire as well?

I suspect he was forced to retire

Is he running away because he heard Mourinho is coming back?

A great salute for an achiever.

Shiiiiii. Sir Alex, a living LEGEND indeed. Manchester United for life still..

hmmmm better.

Great manager, mighty shoes . who will be stepping into those shoes

A great Manager! Enjoy your retirement sir!

Man U, R.I.P

SIR ALEX FERGUSON IS THE GREATEST

erniok:
you be learner? you see tonto dike inside the news?

I'm not going to trade insults with you. If you don't have anything intelligent or constructive to say, please this post is not meant for you.

Fergie should be celebrated by all EPL fans irrespective of their club affiliations. Retire in Peace, Fergie.

Its liverpool's time to reign

Thanx Fergie.

Well don sir.You've caused lots of heartbreak to some fellows. All I can categorically say now is for you to REST in PEACE. . Na joke oo

byns: up blues

can't believe u wrote dis sh it, a true sport fan gives praises whn due