SIR ALEX FERGUSON admitted he could have died as he spoke for the first time in an emotional video following his health scare.
Ferguson, 76, had emergency surgery for a brain haemorrhage in May after being rushed to hospital after falling ill at home.
Fergie, who retired as United manager in May 2013 after winning 38 trophies during 26 years in charge, hasn’t spoken since but the silence was broken today in a video posted on the official @ManUtd Twitter feed.
In it, Ferguson issued his heartfelt thanks to health professionals and vowed to return to watch his beloved Manchester United laser this season.
The visibly moved former boss said: “Hello, this is a quick message, first of all to thank the medical staff at Macclesfield, Salford Royal and Alexander Hospitals.
“Believe me that without those people who gave me such great care, I would not be sitting here today – so thank you from me and my family. Thank you very much.
“It’s made me feel so humble as all the messages I’ve had from all over the world, wishing me the best and the good wishes do resonate very strongly with me so thank you for that support you’ve given me.
“Lastly, I’ll be back later this season to watch the team. In the meantime all the best to Jose and the players, thank you very much.”
Alongside the video, United wrote: “On Saturday 5 May, the football world was rocked by the news that Sir Alex Ferguson had undergone surgery for a brain haemorrhage. Since then, the most successful manager in English football history has battled in a way only he knows how. Today, we bring you a special message.”
The video was retweeted 10,000 times in 20 minutes after publishing.
Fergie requested the video go out this week as he wanted to pass on his gratitude for all the support he’s received during his recovery.
A United statement read: “We’re all looking forward to seeing you back in your seat at Old Trafford very soon, Sir Alex.”
Fergie began his playing career aged 16 with Queen’s Park in 1957 in Scotland before going Rangers from 1967 for two years. He retired in 1974 with Ayr United.
At 32, Ferguson began his managerial career at East Stirlingshire before winning his first trophy with St Mirren in 1977.
He then moved to Aberdeen where he won three Scottish titles, four Scottish FA Cups, one League Cup and the European Cup Winners’ Cup in 1983.
Ferguson picked up the Scotland reins for the 1986 World Cup in Mexico following Jock Stein’s death and joined Manchester United later that year.
Source:www.express.co.uk