October 23rd 2024.
The decision has been made to scrap Sir Alex Ferguson's role as an ambassador for Manchester United. This news has been met with criticism from current manager Jose Mourinho, who believes that Ferguson's presence at the club is invaluable and cannot be replaced by a mere monetary value.
Ferguson, who had been at the helm of United for an impressive 26 years, stepped down in 2013 after winning a staggering 38 trophies. Despite his departure from the managerial role, he remained on the payroll as a global ambassador for the next decade. However, in a recent cost-cutting measure, the club's hierarchy, led by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, has decided to end this arrangement and terminate Ferguson's £2.6million-a-year role.
This decision has caused dismay among former United stars, including the iconic Eric Cantona, who has labeled it as "scandalous." Meanwhile, Mourinho and his team are gearing up for a Europa League match against Fenerbahce on Thursday night. This will be a reunion for Mourinho with the club that had previously sacked him in 2019.
The Portuguese manager, who was once considered to be Ferguson's successor, has always spoken highly of the legendary Scot. He believes that the love and respect Ferguson still holds from every fan should not be forgotten by the new decision-makers at the club. Mourinho also acknowledges that he is not fully aware of the details of Ferguson's ambassadorial role, but what truly matters is the love and respect the fans have for him, which cannot be replaced by any role or monetary benefits.
Mourinho further expressed his admiration for Ferguson, stating that their relationship was "amazing and incredible." He promised that more details about their bond would be revealed in his upcoming Netflix documentary. Mourinho joined United in 2016, succeeding Louis van Gaal as the manager. In his first season, he led the team to victory in the Europa League and League Cup. In the following year, United finished as runners-up, trailing behind fierce rivals Manchester City.
As fans eagerly await the release of Mourinho's documentary, the decision to terminate Ferguson's role has sparked a debate among the United community. Many are questioning the new direction the club is taking and if it is truly beneficial in the long run. Only time will tell the impact of this decision on the club and its loyal fans.
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