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Ex-Spurs chairman claims Alex Ferguson agreed to take over before move to Man...

Irving Scholar was upset that the Scot shook hands on the deal, but pulled out as his request for a five-year contract was not met.

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'If I don't start that game I'll join you!' - Moyes reveals how close...

The Spanish midfielder, then at Barcelona, was one of the Scot’s top targets at Old Trafford, along with Gareth Bale.

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'I'm not signing a new five-year contract and I'm not leaving for PSG'

The 54-year-old also played down the idea of ending his career with United.

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Former Man United psychologist inspired Connacht try-scoring hero

Bill Beswick spent time with the Irish side in Galway last week

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"Fergie told me: ‘Why would you turn down United?'"

John Obi Mikel became embroiled in a tug-of-war back in 2005, with the Red Devils announcing a deal before missing out to the Blues

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Lee Sharpe reveals what Fergie said to Cantona after 'kung-fu kick'

The legendary manager was not in a good mood after the infamous incident – but Gary Pallister’s defending was the main focus of his rage.

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Pep insists he only had eyes for City despite Fergie's advances

“But it was nice because he chose an amazing restaurant and of course he paid.”

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"I said: 'I'm having lunch with Sir Alex'... I felt like a teenage footballer...

Mauricio Pochettino is a big fan of the legendary former Manchester United boss.

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'We always said of Gary - he woke up angry'

In this extract from ‘On the Brink,’ Gary Neville talks about the progress made by himself and fellow ‘Class of 92′ members since their takeover of Salford City.

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'Cantona lit the flame, but it was Keane who kept it burning for more than a...

In an extract from Jonathan Wilson’s new book on Man United. their great side of the 1990s is remembered.

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Usain Bolt secures trial with Borussia Dortmund

The multiple Olympic and world champion admitted that he would prefer to play for Manchester United.

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Alex Ferguson, Padraig Harrington and a rake of Premier League stars turn out...

The Boston Celtics met the Philadelphia 76ers at the O2 Arena tonight.

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Jose Mourinho unrepentant in Manchester style wars

The Portuguese coach has been criticised for the manner in which his side achieve results.

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'I've sat in this chair twice before with Porto, Manchester United out, and...

Jose Mourinho insists Champions League heartache is nothing new for the Red Devils.

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Ferguson pays heartfelt homage to 'great man' Wenger

The Manchester United legend has issued a tribute towards his rival and friend.

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Class act: Arsene Wenger honoured by Fergie ahead of last game at Old Trafford

‘United against Arsenal was great for the game. It made the Premier League.’

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Did Man United miss out on Pep Guardiola?

Jordi Cruyff believes the Catalan coach came close to agreeing a move to Old Trafford in 2013.

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Alex Ferguson recovering in hospital after brain haemorrhage

The former Manchester United boss was rushed to hospital for emergency surgery.

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Jones: 'I know he has that fight in him. Hopefully he'll recover well'

Alex Ferguson was rushed to hospital to undergo emergency surgery, having reportedly fallen ill on Friday.

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Sir Alex Ferguson sitting up and talking to family - reports

Ferguson suffered a brain haemorrhage over the weekend.

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Is Jose Mourinho in danger of being left behind by the new all-singing,...

The Special One’s second season in charge at Man United has been less than satisfactory.

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Man United 'very positive' Ferguson will recover - Mourinho

The Red Devils boss also revealed that Michael Carrick will captain the team against Watford in his final game for the club on Sunday.

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Positive news as Sir Alex Ferguson 'no longer needs intensive care'

The 76-year-old Scot was left fighting for his life following emergency surgery for a brain haemorrhage at the weekend.

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'It's been overwhelming how many people care and are thinking of my dad'

Darren Ferguson has expressed his gratitude for the support his family received after Alex Ferguson was rushed to hospital last week.

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Alex Ferguson looks healthy as he speaks publicly for the first time since...

The Manchester United great thanked medical staff as well as the support he has received from all over the world.

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Pogba says Man United players in 'shock' after Spurs humbling

“Even we don’t understand what happened,” added the French World Cup winner.

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'It's great to be back and I just hope we get a win': Sir Alex returns to Old...

Man United’s legendary former manager returns for the first time since his health scare.

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'Alex Ferguson was about to get the sack and went on for 30 years' - Hansen...

All Blacks head coach Steve Hansen has offered support to his opposite number.

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Jose Mourinho fears David de Gea will reject new Manchester United deal

The Spaniard’s contract finishes in 2019 and Juventus have emerged as potential suitors for the goalkeeper.

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and 4 other Ferguson pupils who became teachers

The baby-faced Norwegian and United favourite will fill the void left by Jose Mourinho on a caretaker basis.

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'It must have been television gold for the watching millions. Was I ranting?...

In an extract from his autobiography, Kevin Keegan recalls the infamous interview he gave amid the dramatic end to the 1995-96 Premier League season.

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Sir Alex turned to Claire and said, ‘Here’s the lad who would have played for...

Former Manchester United youngster Ben Thornley recalls being the Class of ’92 star who never got to graduate.

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Lingard opens up about meeting with Ferguson that spurred him on to make it...

The England international has revealed the massive impact the legendary former Red Devils boss had on his career.

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'He would be welcome to have his talk to the players if he wanted to'

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has summoned the spirit of Alex Ferguson ahead of the Man United-Liverpool clash.

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How David Beckham's former housemate walked out on United and ended up in prison

Gary Twynham talks to The42 about defying Alex Ferguson, going from a prison cell to Wembley and sharing sunbeds with Robbie Savage.

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'They run the club the right way' - Ferguson hails Bayern structure amid...

The Old Trafford side could take some lessons from the Bundesliga giants.

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Watch Man United's legends hammer Bayern Munich in 1999 reunion

Alex Ferguson returned to the dugout to manage a squad of former stars at Old Trafford yesterday.

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'I probably won't tell you everything' - Scotland boss reveals fiery messages...

Shelley Kerr said Alex Ferguson wasn’t impressed by some of the officiating during Scotland’s two narrow defeats thus far.

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Van Gaal the best coach I've worked with, says Rooney

The former England captain identified the Dutchman, and not Alex Ferguson, as the most impressive he’s played under.

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'I don't care if it's Alex Ferguson or the Pope' - Keane still holds grudge...

The former Red Devils captain has hit out at the Scot in an explosive interview with Off The Ball, suggesting some of his claims were ‘nonsense’.

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