Manchester United news: David Moyes could have joined club 14 years before he replaced Sir Alex Ferguson

Manchester United news: David Moyes could have joined club 14 years before he replaced Sir Alex Ferguson
Sir Alex Ferguson considered bringing David Moyes to Manchester United 14 years before he took the reins at Old Trafford.Moyes was months into his first management job at Preston when Fergie began his search for a reliable no.2 following Brian Kidds decision to leave and take over at Blackburn.Getty2

McClaren became Ferguson’s assistant during the 1998/99 season and said the first five months were the toughest of his career

In the end, Derby County assistant Steve McClaren got the job.I do know there were a few people in the frame and I think it was David Moyes and myself who were top of the charts, McClaren told talkSPORT as part of a special documentary called ‘Football, Bloody Hell! How United won the Treble’.In addition to his obvious talent at winning trophies, McClaren believes recruitment was one of one of Fergies great strengths whether it be picking the right players or staff.However, he thought someone was winding him up when the legendary boss called him one evening to offer him the role. I got a phone call on a Saturday night Id just got back from a game and it was a Scotsman on the phone and I thought it was a hoax.He quickly realised it was not and was floored by the words that followed.

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McClaren: First five months at Old Trafford the toughest of my entire career

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It was the real Sir Alex and he asked me if I wanted to become the Manchester United assistant manager.Once I got up off the ground I said yes, obviously. He said great, we play [Derby] on Tuesday at Old Trafford, Ill have a word with Jim [Smith] after the game and hopefully hell agree and you can come and join us.Getty2

David Moyes replaced Sir Alex Ferguson as Man United manager in 2013 – 14 years after being sounded out about becoming his assistant

As for Moyes, he remained at Preston until 2002 when he took over at Everton, having won the Division Two title and losing the Division One play-off final.He stayed there until Fergie handpicked him to take his place in the United dugout when he retired in 2013.Unfortunately, his dream job ended nine months later when he was forced out the door a decision he said reduced him to tears.A special documentary called ‘Football, Bloody Hell! How United won the Treble’ featuring contributions from Teddy Sheringham, Andy Cole and Martin Edwards will be aired on talkSPORT at 9pm on Thursday 23 May

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Virgil van Dijk is better than Manchester United legend Nemanja Vidic ever was, according to the Liverpool star's former manager. The Dutchman has been widely praised for helping the Reds win a sixth European Cup in his first full season at Anfield. Getty 4 Virgil van Dijk and co beat Tottenham 2-0 in the Champions League…
Virgil van Dijk better than Manchester United legend Nemanja

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Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has insisted his players can do no more in their bid to end a 29-year wait for another league title after seeing them scrap their way to victory at Newcastle.
Liverpool players can do no more in thrilling title race

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TIME is up for Jose Mourinho at Old Trafford. The Special One was brought in to address the slump following the tenures of David Moyes and Louis van Gaal - but was his record actually any better? PA:Press Association Jose Mourinho has left the club with United slumped at sixth in the Prem How does […]
Manchester United news: Comparing Jose Mourinho's home record

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Welcome to the Evening Standard's LIVE blog dedicated to the latest transfer news and rumors. Transfer news, rumors and today's football gossip January 23, 2019. Chelsea are expected to complete the signing of Gonzalo Higuain today, with the Argentine striker reportedly flying into London this morning.
Transfer news, rumours LIVE: Arsenal, Man Utd, Chelsea

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Celtic 2 RB Leipzig 1 as Odsonne Edouard fires Hoops to sensational Europa League win - 5 talking points. The Frenchman was magnificent as his goal sealed all three points against the Bundesliga
Odsonne Edouard nets winner as Celtic keep Europa League

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Premier League prize money 2018/19: Manchester United and Man City earnings revealed. The Premier League prize money table has been released with Man Utd and Manchester City earning handsomely.
Premier League prize money confirmed: How much cash did each

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Cristiano Ronaldo scored two late goals on Wednesday to complete a hat trick and send Portugal through to the UEFA Nations League final. It was the seventh international hat trick of Ronaldo's career.
Cristiano Ronaldo: Portugal captain scores hat-trick to reach

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Mason Mount. One of Chelsea's biggest talents is 20-year-old Mason Mount, who's spent the season under the tutelage of club legend, Frank Lampard. The Englishman scored ten goals and assisted five for Derby this season, and he's been one of the most consistent performers.
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Uefa prepared to re-open FFP investigation into Manchester City in light of Football Leaks revelations. The Premier League leaders could face new sanctions if they are found to have 'abused
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