Sir Alex Ferguson has revealed that his decision to retire as Manchester United manager in 2013 was motivated by a desire to support his wife Cathy, who was struggling to cope with the loss of her sister.

Sir Alex Ferguson has waxed lyrical about the phenomenal impact of one former Manchester United star during his legendary reign at Old Trafford.

Sir Alex Ferguson has opened up on his decision to leave Manchester United and says his main reason for stepping down was to support his wife following the death of her sister. Ferguson’s extraordinary 26-year spell in charge of the Red Devils came to an end in 2013 when he resigned from the job and retired from football management.

Sir Alex Ferguson has admitted he retired from Manchester United to spend more time with his wife Cathy, after the death of her sister. Ferguson stepped

Roy Keane says he was "caught off guard" when Sir Alex Ferguson showed him a moment of "affection" during his spell as Sunderland manager. The former Republic of Ireland international, who made 480 appearances for United before his abrupt departure in November 2005, enjoyed a trophy-laden 12-year spell at Old Trafford.

Sir Alex Ferguson won a plethora of trophies during his time in charge of Manchester United, but his star-studded wealth of players had one bizarre belief in his earlier days at Old Trafford

Erik ten Hag has admitted that the end of Sir Alex Ferguson's employment at Manchester United will "impact" the club, but insists the former manager will still be available to offer advice to players and staff.

Gary Neville has started a new role as an ambassador at Manchester United, just days after Sir Alex Ferguson was removed from his own role at Old Trafford. The Scot, who won 13 Premier League titles during his time as manager,

He was pictured in the crowd at Celtic Park in Glasgow to watch as Aberdeen came from two goals down to maintain their unbeaten start to the season with a thrilling 2-2 draw at champions Celtic. Ferguson won 10 major trophies as Aberdeen manager before leaving to join United in 1986.