Fergie: Why Moyes is the right man for United

Alex Ferguson has explained his reasoning behind recommending David Moyes as his successor as Manchester United.

Ferguson, who retires after 26 years of unprecedented success at Old Trafford, feels his fellow Scot’s ability to deal with adversity will be an asset in the months and years ahead.

“What I know of David is he’s hard working, there’s an integrity about him, he’s got a work ethic about him and he’s a serious football man,” Ferguson said. “These are qualities he’s going to need.