I know that I have a face, a look, people aren't used to seeing. A presence.

You may find another Beckham or Ronaldo, but never ever will you find another Sir Alex Ferguson.

I always planned to retire when I was at the top and at Manchester United I have reached the pinnacle of my career.

Some people need to stay at the top. They are afraid to re-start from zero because they fear the critics.

The real fans of football come from the working class. Now they cannot afford to come and watch the game.

You can change your wife, your politics, your religion, but never, never can you change your favourite football team.

When times are difficult, I tell myself, 'I'm just passing through.'