Sir Alex Ferguson
Legendary former football manager Sir Alex Ferguson has undergone surgery for brain haemorrhage after being rushed to hospital amid fears for his health.
The 76-year-old suffered a fall at his Cheshire home as a result, and was quickly taken via an ambulance to Macclesfield district hospital.
The Scotsman was subsequently transferred, with a police escort, to be treated at the Salford Royal where he underwent surgery and now remains in intensive care.
The family of the iconic manager is said to be very pleased with how the operation went, and hopeful Ferguson can make a full recovery.
As in most cases with a subarachnoid haemorrhage the severity depends upon how quickly the illness was picked up and identified, with doctors often monitoring the situation following surgery to see the manner in which the patient responds.
A statement from Manchester United read: “Sir Alex Ferguson has undergone emergency surgery today for a brain haemorrhage.
“The procedure has gone very well but he needs a period of intensive care to optimise his recovery. His family request privacy in this matter.”
Manchester United players were made aware of Ferguson’s condition before the information was made public and the statement issued by the club.
Ferguson was present at Old Trafford last weekend as his former club took on Arsenal in what was Arsene Wenger’s final match against his old foe.
…Ronaldo, Others Wish Him Well
The sporting world has sent heartfelt wishes to legendary former football manager Sir Alex Ferguson, who has undergone emergency surgery for a subarachnoid brain haemorrhage.
Former Manchester United icon Cristiano Ronaldo, who bloomed into one of the finest players of all time under Ferguson, led the messages of well-wishing by urging the 76-year-old to ‘be strong.’
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has also given his backing to Ferguson to battle through the illness and get back to full health with his ‘strength and strong character.”