Sir Alex Ferguson: Football world rallies around former Manchester United manager after brain haemorrhage
Ferguson is recovering in hospital following the operation
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Your support makes all the difference.Everton manager Sam Allardyce has called the news of good friend Sir Alex Ferguson being seriously ill in hospital as “tragic” as the football world rallies around the legendary Manchester United manager.
The 76-year-old underwent surgery on a brain haemorrhage on Saturday and is recovering in intensive care as part of his recovery.
United released a statement confirming the news and requested privacy for his family.
The news broke shortly after the conclusion of Allardyce managing Everton to a 1-1 draw with Southampton in the Premier League.
“It is tragic. I am going to find out how he is as soon as I possibly can,” Allardyce said. “Obviously I knew it was extremely serious when I knew his son Darren didn't attend his own game at Doncaster today.
“I hope he is in good hands and I hope the operation is a major success because as a personal friend... I hope he has a full recovery.”
Mark Hughes, who was in the opposition dugout and played under Ferguson for many years at Old Trafford said: “I only just got a little whisper earlier on. I was hoping it wasn't true. I wish him all the best.”
The rest of the football world rallied around the legendary figure, sending their best wishes to Ferguson on social media.
Nicola Sturgeon, the First Minister of Scotland, said on Twitter: “My thoughts are with Alex Ferguson and his family - wishing him a full and speedy recovery.”
Ruth Davidson, the Scottish Conservative leader, tweeted: “So many people will be wishing Alex Ferguson well and sending their thoughts to his family tonight.”
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