Sir Alex Ferguson Retire

Sir Alex Ferguson feels now is the right time for him to announce his retirement. He will take the position of director and ambassador for the club next season.

Sir Alex say many-many thanks to family, players, staff, and the fans of Manchester United.

"The decision to retire is one of the biggest decisions that I think about and one that I was not taken lightly. This is the right time,"

"It's important for me to leave an organization may be the strongest form and I believe I have done it. Quality of the league winning squad, and age balance in it, bodes well for success at the highest level. Structure of the young players will ensure that the future of the club This in the long run remains bright. "

"Our training facility [Carrington] is among the best in the 'global sport' and home to Old Trafford we are considered as one of the leading places in the world."

"Going forward, I am happy to take on the role of director and ambassador for the club. Given this activity, along with many of my other interests, I look forward to the future."

"I have to give a tribute to my family, their love and support has been so important. My wife Cathy has been a key figure throughout my career, giving foundation, stability and encouragement. Words are not enough to express how meaningful it all for me.

"As for my players and staff, past and present, I would like to thank them all for the level of professional conduct and dedication that has helped to give so many impressive victories. Without their contribution the history of this great club will not be rich."

"In my early years, the support of the council, and Sir Bobby Charlton in particular, gave me the confidence and time to build a football club, not just a football team."

"Over the last decade, the Glazer family has given me the platform to manage Manchester United the best of my ability and I have been very fortunate to have worked with people who are talented and reliable Chief Executive David Gill. I am really grateful to them all."

"To the fans, thank you. Support you have provided over the years has been truly remarkable. It has been an honor and a great privilege to have the opportunity to lead your club and I always cherish my time as manager of Manchester United. "