Alex Ferguson recovering after being taken to hospital before Man Utd-Liverpool game

There were conflicting reports about the nature of his treatment, with some suggesting he was checked in an ambulance on site and others saying he was taken to hospital.

Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson left Old Trafford feeling unwell before the Premier League fixture against Liverpool. Pic: Peter Byrne/PA Wire.

Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson is understood to be recovering after being taken to hospital ahead of the match against Liverpool at Old Trafford.

A source has indicated to the Press Association that the 84-year-old is “OK”, having sought precautionary medical attention ahead of the 3.30pm kick-off.

Ferguson, a regular attendee at matches both home and away, was pictured on social media meeting guests at the ground before he started feeling unwell.

It is understood he was initially assessed in the tunnel area of the ground before being transported to hospital.

United did not comment when contacted by PA.