Source: Daily_Mail
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson says he'll continue in United hotseat until asked to leave
Sir Alex Ferguson has no retirement plans in place just yet - but has admitted he would stand aside if the Manchester United hierarchy felt the manager's job was too much for him.[LNB]Ferguson celebrates his 70th birthday later this year, by which time he will have spent 25 years in the Old Trafford hotseat.[LNB]After Saturday's results went in United's favour, it also seems likely the Scot will soon become a Premier League champion for the 12th time - a number that will take the Red Devils to a record 19th title overall.[LNB] Going strong: Fergie believes the key to success in your latter years is remaining active[LNB]And although his thirst for trophies remains unquenched, Ferguson has admitted he would not resist if the Old Trafford powerbrokers felt he had gone on too long.[LNB]'If I was told, "Alex, you are too old, we have decided to turn the page", no problem,' he told Gazzetta dello Sport. 'I have done my part here, with an absolutely fantastic career.'[LNB]The only people with enough influence at the club to make such a seismic decision are the owners, the Glazer family, or chief executive David Gill.[LNB]First of many: Fergie celebrates FA Cup victory with Bryan Robson in 1990[LNB]Ferguson shows no signs of slowing down, however, meaning former Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho will have to wait if he is to fulfil his long-held desire to succeed the Scot in the Old Trafford hotseat.[LNB]'Jose is a great friend of mine,'Ferguson added. 'We have spoken many times about his future and Iunderstand his wish to return to England because here a coach has morefreedom than in Spain, without the constant following of the media andradio.[LNB]'But it's difficultfor me to say when my position will be available. It will be my healththat decides. I will continue until I no longer feel the energy thathas always accompanied me.[LNB]'My father, who worked in the shipyards, retired at the age of 65 and one year later he was dead.[LNB]'Theworst you can do is to say I have worked for 45 years and now I have aright to rest. You need to always remain active and in good form.'[LNB]Ferguson is still capable of dealingwith the trickiest of situations - such as Wayne Rooney's foul-mouthedoutburst into a television camera at the weekend - and he continues tobreathe fresh life into his squad, with Mexican striker JavierHernandez proving to one of the bargains of the season, scoring 17times so far.[LNB]However, it is his two remaining old stagers, Ryan Giggs and Paul Scholes, who are giving Ferguson most to think about.[LNB] Giggshas already agreed a new one-year contract for next season, with hismanager claiming the 37-year-old can go on longer even than that, whilehis efforts to persuade Scholes to stay on are ongoing.[LNB] Magic moment: Ferguson with his victorious United side after the unforgettable Champions League victory in 1999[LNB]'Giggs is exceptional,' said Ferguson. 'He can play a further two years and I will try to convince Scholes to continue too. As opposed to Giggs, he has had several injuries and problems, especially in his knees.[LNB]'He also had an eye problem that ruled him out of action for five months. He nevertheless is always ready to compete for United. Giggs and him are among the 10 best players in the history of Manchester United.' Sorry, Fergie? Rooney can show bad boy Balotelli how to mature, claims United bossPlayers chief Taylor calls for consistency in blast at Rooney chargeGet ready for the fireworks! Five classic clashes between Chelsea and UnitedAll the latest Manchester United news, features and opinion[LNB] Explore more:People: Wayne Rooney, Paul Scholes, Alex Ferguson, Ryan Giggs, Jose Mourinho, David Gill Places: Spain, United Kingdom
