Sir Alex Ferguson’s name echoed around Old Trafford on Sunday after the legendary former Manchester United manager was taken to hospital as a precaution. The Scottish player was expected to feature in the Red Devils’ game against Liverpool on Sunday.
However, the 84-year-old was instead taken to hospital as a precaution and sources remained optimistic he would soon recover at home. Ferguson was taken by ambulance about an hour before the match between United and Arne Slott’s side, but it was not considered an emergency.
United fans could be heard chanting “We all love Alex Ferguson”, a chant that became widespread during his time at the club.
Sunday’s episode is not the first time Ferguson has faced a health scare. He suffered a cerebral hemorrhage in 2018, but the surgery was successful and he made a full recovery. The latest incident is understood to be unrelated to his previous symptoms.
Recounting the horrific ordeal in the 2021 film Sir Alex Ferguson: Never Give Up, he said: “There were five brain haemorrhages that day. Three people died and two survived. You know how lucky you are.”
Ferguson is widely regarded as United’s greatest ever manager, winning 13 Premier League titles, two Champions League trophies and numerous domestic accolades during his tenure. He stepped down in 2013 after 26 years at the helm.
United have undergone a transformation since Reuben Amorim was sacked in January and Michael Carrick was appointed interim head coach.
Despite struggling in the first half of the season, they are on track to qualify for the Champions League.
No further updates were provided on Ferguson, who was pictured with guests at Old Trafford hours before kick-off, but club officials remain optimistic he will be fit enough to return to the stadium as soon as he is ready.
