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[machoman]

Fergie in Utd quit frenzy
By SHAUN CUSTIS and NEIL CUSTIS
Last Updated: 08th May 2013


MANCHESTER UNITED were last night engulfed in a frenzy of speculation about Alex Ferguson’s future.

Bookies slashed the odds on the manager’s 27-year reign coming to an end to an astonishing 7-4 ON.

And Everton boss David Moyes was rapidly installed as favourite to succeed Fergie, becoming 11-10 ON to take over the Old Trafford hotseat.

There were even unconfirmed reports that United’s stars had been warned to expect a “major statement” imminently.

Social media sites were awash with rumours that Fergie will step aside after Sunday’s home match against Swansea, when his beloved United will be presented with the Premier League crown — their 20th top-flight title and 13th under the Scot.

News that Fergie, 71, will have a hip operation during the summer — coupled with Moyes’ reluctance to sign a new deal at Goodison Park — combined to feed the mania about his future.

A Paddy Power spokesman said: “2013 looks increasingly likely to be the last in the glorious career of Sir Alex — and Moyes is the man punters want to back.”

Stan James offered 66-1 for Fergie to go before the end of THIS season — but punters could place just 3p at that price.

In public, Ferguson has been adamant he has no thoughts of leaving the job where he has established himself as the greatest manager of all time.

After winning United’s 20th title this season he remarked how he felt “10 years younger”.

He always wanted to beat Liverpool’s record of 18 titles, which he did two season’s ago with a 19th.
Any thoughts of quitting last summer were dispelled after Manchester City nicked the Premier League crown from him on the final day.

Ferguson has always aimed to go out on a high and this could be it.

The 20th crown came in some style, wiping the challenge of City away and claiming the trophy with four games to go.

Ferguson originally announced his retirement back in 2001 but changed his mind in February 2002.


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[mr_missile]

Originally Posted by machoman

MANCHESTER UNITED were last night engulfed in a frenzy of speculation about Alex Ferguson’s future.

sir alex to retire? i personally doubt so. but who can really fathom what's he thinking?

would sir alex really retire from coaching and move "upstairs" as a director?

i am actually surprised that moyes' name is mentioned as replacement as he really has no experience in europe. does united really see him as sir alex's replacement? hmmmmm......

i would prefer united to go for dortmund's klopp as replacement and not moyes. just my thought. waiting anxiously to see how these rumours will turn out.

[machoman]

Originally Posted by mr_missile

sir alex to retire? i personally doubt so. but who can really fathom what's he thinking?

would sir alex really retire from coaching and move "upstairs" as a director?

i am actually surprised that moyes' name is mentioned as replacement as he really has no experience in europe. does united really see him as sir alex's replacement? hmmmmm......

i would prefer united to go for dortmund's klopp as replacement and not moyes. just my thought. waiting anxiously to see how these rumours will turn out.

Alex Ferguson retires
Manchester United boss to step down

MANCHESTER UNITED have confirmed Alex Ferguson will retire at the end of the season.

Fergie, 71, walks away from Old Trafford having secured United’s 13th Premier League title.

The Scot said: “The decision to retire is one that I have thought a great deal about and one that I have not taken lightly. It is the right time.

“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.

“Our training facilities are amongst the finest in global sport and our home Old Trafford is rightfully regarded as one of the leading venues in the world.

“Going forward, I am delighted to take on the roles of both director and ambassador for the club. With these activities, along with my many other interests, I am looking forward to the future."

Ferguson added: "I must pay tribute to my family, their love and support has been essential.

"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.

“In my early years, the backing of the board, and Sir Bobby Charlton in particular, gave me the confidence and time to build a football club, rather than just a football team.

“Over the past decade, the Glazer family have provided me with the platform to manage Manchester United to the best of my ability and I have been extremely fortunate to have worked with a talented and trustworthy chief executive in David Gill. I am truly grateful to all of them.

“To the fans, thank you. The support you have provided over the years has been truly humbling.

"It has been an honour and an enormous privilege to have had the opportunity to lead your club and I have treasured my time as manager of Manchester United.”

Along with 13 league titles, Ferguson also guided United to two European Cups, five FA Cups and four League Cup triumphs.



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[CibLover]

Originally Posted by machoman

Alex Ferguson retires
Manchester United boss to step down

MANCHESTER UNITED have confirmed Alex Ferguson will retire at the end of the season.

You deserved your retirement!!!
GREATEST MANAGER OF ALL TIME...second to none!!

It has to come.............eventually, one day.
This great man has given some fantastic years to the Red Devils.


Living LEGEND!!

I would suspect the timing of SAF's retirement is to "net" a "Special" one??

[yinyang]

Old Trafford deserves a BIG presence. Don't think Moyes fellow has big enough shoes

(PS: ciblover, you suddenly choot chiu after so loooong?)

[machoman]

Sir Alex Ferguson will retire as manager of Manchester United at the end of the season. The club have confirmed that the iconic boss will close the curtains on his long and glorious career at Old Trafford, during which he has become the most successful manager in English football history.

Jose Mourinho and David Moyes are currently the favourites in the Next Man Utd Manager Betting Market, while other names in the frame include Borussia Dortmund boss Jurgen Klopp and former United player Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Click on the odds below to place your bet.

United are one of the biggest football clubs in the world and in they have one of the most successful managers of all time. United may have agonisingly lost the Premier League to rivals Man City in 2011/12 but they stormed back to reclaim the title this season in stunning style.

United have now won an unprecented 20 league titles, along with 11 FA Cups, four League Cups and three European Cups. The club have an exciting crop of youngsters coming through at the moment, including Danny Welbeck, Phil Jones and Tom Cleverly who are all sure to shine in the future. Ryan Giggs is still going strong and the club recently welcomed back Paul Scholes whose vision and experience had been missed.

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David Moyes
6/4

Jose Mourinho
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Jurgen Klopp
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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
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Frank de Boer
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Manuel Pellegrini
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Gary Neville
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Laurent Blanc
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Michael Laudrup
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Mike Phelan
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Joachim Loew
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[RusticKun]

Support pls ! Thanks !!

https://www.facebook.com/ThankYouSir...nFromSingapore

[Rickey]

Originally Posted by yinyang

Old Trafford deserves a BIG presence. Don't think Moyes fellow has big enough shoes

Originally Posted by machoman

Sir Alex Ferguson will retire as manager of Manchester United at the end of the season. The club have confirmed that the iconic boss will close the curtains on his long and glorious career at Old Trafford, during which he has become the most successful manager in English football history.

Jose Mourinho and David Moyes are currently the favourites in the Next Man Utd Manager Betting Market, while other names in the frame include Borussia Dortmund boss Jurgen Klopp and former United player Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Click on the odds below to place your bet.

Next Permanent Manchester United Manager ????

David Moyes
6/4

Jose Mourinho
6/4

Yes, agree fully wif bro yinyang...tink Moyes is not good enough a manager for such a great club as Man Utd...i fear for the Red Devils next season w/o a manager as GREAT as SAF...Mourinho whilst jus as good, is too temperamental n creates a lot of controversy on n off the field...sigh who else can replace the great SAF...maybe Pep Giordiola, the ex-Barca manager can save United...

[tha_playa]

Although I'm not a fan of Manchester United (nor football, in general), I do believe that Sir Alex Ferguson has done a brilliant job for the club.

With all the speculation as to who will take over his position, it is without a doubt that the person who takes over him has an enormous pair of shoes to fill.

[machoman]

Originally Posted by dusty

Support pls ! Thanks !!

https://www.facebook.com/ThankYouSir...nFromSingapore

[VoltaRedonda]

Thank you Sir Alex, I was lucky to be able to witness your legacy . No wonder you have been building such a young squad so that you are retire and pass it on to the next manager

[CibLover]

Originally Posted by yinyang

Old Trafford deserves a BIG presence. ..

(PS: ciblover, you suddenly choot chiu after so loooong?)

Paiseh bro. Real life takes over with works and what-nots.

But can't stay quiet on this topic and thought I shd post something herein about the Gaffer.

Anyway, the world and life goes on. No one is bigger than the club but SAF comes close. Would be exciting to see who fills his BIG, BIG boots.

[Rickey]

Oh, No !..Toffee boss Moyes is confirmed coming to Old Trafford next season to replace SAF ...sigh...imho it's not really a good choice...there must be somebody beta than him...

He hasn't won any trophies during his number of yrs as Everton boss...hope Red Devils are not going downhill frm now like the days after the other great Sir Matt Busby...sigh

[iFuck]

Moyes appointment confirmed...six year deal. Starting from 1st July.

http://www.manutd.com/en/News-And-Fe...vid-moyes.aspx

Imo, David Moyes had done well at Everton.... With limit fund. Better than many teams that had spent more than Everton.

[shysaint]

David Moyes appointed Manager of Manchester United

David Moyes will take over as the Manager of Manchester United from the 2013/14 season, after the Manchester United Board unanimously approved the recommendation of Sir Alex Ferguson.

Moyes will take the helm on 1st July 2013 after agreeing a 6 year contract.

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