Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has recounted being a “nervous wreck” while preparing to meet Sir Alex Ferguson in his office.
The Scot developed the reputation of a tough taskmaster during his time at Old Trafford. His no-nonsense approach to discipline worked wonders as the Red Devils lifted 13 Premier League titles during his time with the club.
That did not stop the players at his disposal quivering at the thought of going to see the former Aberdeen boss in his Carrington office - one of those being former defender Ferdinand. After Ferguson was named in the Premier League Hall of Fame on Wednesday, the Englishman said of his former manager: “There were only ever two reasons why he called you into his office.
