Source: Daily_Mail
United boss Sir Alex rejected the chance to take charge of Scotland
Sir Alex Ferguson snubbed the chance to manage Scotland last year.[LNB]The Manchester United boss was approached about taking the post on a part-time basis before George Burley was appointed in January 2008, according to The Guardian.[LNB] Going nowhere: Sir Alex Ferguson is a legend at Manchester United[LNB]After Alex McLeish left for Birmingham City, the SFA attempted to lure Ferguson while allowing him to stay on at Old Trafford.[LNB]The Glaswegian took charge of Scotland at the 1986 World Cup after the sudden death of manager Jock Stein in the build-up to the tournament.[LNB]Pressure: George Burley[LNB]But Ferguson, who has also been a target for England over the years, rejected the opportunity of a return to his homeland.[LNB]He has indicated that United will be his last job in club football, although there are lingering hopes he may take charge of the Great Britain side at the 2012 Olympics in London.[LNB]Burley's position as boss will be in serious doubt if they fail to beat Macedonia and Holland in a bid to make the World Cup play-offs.[LNB] Now who's got problems? Fergie has a rethink on danger posed by ArsenalEXCLUSIVE: Manchester United are put under FIFA spotlight for pursuit of Le Havre's Paul PogbaAnderson wants to fight for his United place after clashing with Sir AlexPIERS MORGAN: Sir Alex, Manchester United are still missing the X factorMANCHESTER UNITED FC
