Nani hails Fergie factor for turnaround in form

MANCHESTER UNITED winger Nani has paid a glowing tribute to Alex Ferguson and predicted his manager will shelve plans to retire and remain in charge at Old Trafford for as long as he is fit.

Nani, who looked set to leave only a year ago after struggling to emerge from the shadow of compatriot Cristiano Ronaldo, has been one of their most influential players this season, helping the team to the Premier League title and the Champions League final.

Now he has put his transformation down to the management of Ferguson.