Sir Alex Ferguson is unique says Jose Mourinho

05 November 2011 12:05
Jose Mourinho has praised Sir Alex Ferguson on the eve of his 25th anniversary as Manchester United boss.[LNB]The Real Madrid manager enjoyed many battles with the Scot during his time at Chelsea.[LNB]And Mourinho has hailed Ferguson as being unique in European football.[LNB] Rivals: Jose Mourinho and Sir Alex Ferguson faced each other in England[LNB]'Sir Alex is a unique manager in the history of Manchester United,' he told The Sun.[LNB]'Sir Alex is a unique manager in the history of English football.[LNB]'And Sir Alex is a unique manager in the history of European football.'[LNB] Still going strong: Ferguson will celebrate 25 years as United boss[LNB]Mourinho has long been considered to be among the frontrunners to replace Ferguson, 69, when he retires.[LNB]But he added: 'I really wish he stays in the job with the same happiness and ambition for many, many more years.'[LNB]  The Kingmakers of Old Trafford! Edwards, Edelson, Watkins and Charlton remember the day they appointed Sir AlexThe impossible dream...made possible: United fans unveil giant banner celebrating Ferguson's 25 years in chargeFergie pulls on his kilt to party with football's family at 25th anniversary bashFerguson's 25 years at United: What made him the best club manager ever [LNB]

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