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Manchester United fans unveil new banner in Stretford End in support of former boss Sir Alex Ferguson

Red Devils' former legendary boss is out of intensive care following emergency surgery after suffering a brain haemorrhage

MANCHESTER UNITED fans have unveiled a new banner in support of legendary boss Sir Alex Ferguson.

The former gaffer is continuing his recovery following emergency surgery after suffering a brain haemorrhage.

 Manchester United fans have unveiled a new banner to honour Sir Alex
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Manchester United fans have unveiled a new banner to honour Sir AlexCredit: Twitter

Fergie won a remarkable 38 trophies over 26 years at the Red Devils - making him the most successful manager in British history.

And the United supporters have further shown their support for the 76-year-old by unfolding a banner in the Stretford End.

It reads: "Every single one of us loves Sir Alex Ferguson.";

The footballing world has united to pay their respects to the Scot who is no longer in intensive care.

 The banner has been unveiled in the Stretford End ahead of United's clash with Watford
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The banner has been unveiled in the Stretford End ahead of United's clash with WatfordCredit: Twitter
Sir Alex Ferguson is now out of intensive care
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Sir Alex Ferguson is now out of intensive care following emergency surgeryCredit: AFP - Getty

Man United revealed that the operation had been a success but Fergie still has a long way to go in his recovery.

His son and Doncaster boss Darren Ferguson spoke out for the first time since his old man's surgery, thanking the public for their messages of support.


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He said: "I would like to thank the huge number of people who have been kind enough to send messages of support,

"It has been overwhelming to read how many people care and that they are thinking of my dad and willing his recovery,

 Sir Alex Ferguson won a remarkable 38 trophies over 26 years at the Red Devils
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Sir Alex Ferguson won a remarkable 38 trophies over 26 years at the Red DevilsCredit: PA:Press Association
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"I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the staff at Macclesfield Hospital and at the Salford Royal, who have been truly magnificent.

"We continue to request privacy during this vital period of recovery."

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