Sir Alex Ferguson is unique says Jose Mourinho

Jose Mourinho has praised Sir Alex Ferguson on the eve of his 25th anniversary as Manchester United boss.The Real Madrid manager enjoyed many battles with the Scot during his time at Chelsea.And Mourinho has hailed Ferguson as being unique in European football. Rivals: Jose Mourinho and Sir Alex Ferguson faced each other in England'Sir Alex is a unique manager in the history of Manchester United,' he told The Sun.'Sir Alex is a unique manager in the history of English football.'And Sir Alex is a unique manager in the history of European football.' Still going strong: Ferguson will celebrate 25 years as United bossMourinho has long been considered to be among the frontrunners to replace Ferguson, 69, when he retires.But he added: 'I really wish he stays in the job with the same happiness and ambition for many, many more years.'  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

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