Sir Alex Ferguson was not bringing value to Manchester United in his ambassadorial role, according to ESPN senior writer Mark Ogden.

Former Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez was twice approached by Manchester United over a move to Old Trafford during his playing career.

Manchester United new part-owners INEOS has continued its cost-cutting programme by ending a multi-million pound annual commitment to Sir Alex Ferguson, the most successful manager in the club’s history.

The Football Reporters, James Olley, Mark Ogden and Rob Dawson, gather to discuss the biggest stories of the week.

Jose Mourinho believes Sir Alex Ferguson will care more about the continued adoration from Manchester United fans than he will about the termination of his ambassadorial contract.New co-owners INEOS

Erik ten Hag believes Sir Alex Ferguson will always be available for advice despite Manchester United removing him from the wage bill. The Athletic this week reported Sir Jim Ratcliffe had informed Ferguson his annual salary of approximately £2million needed to be cut as part of the INEOS streamlining operation.

Mourinho, who admits his relationship with Ferguson is 'amazing' has weighed in on INEOS' decision to cut the Scot's ambassadorial role.

The Fenerbahce boss spoke glowingly about the legendary manager after his deal as a global ambassador of the club was not renewed beyond this season

Jose Mourinho has questioned Manchester United’s decision to terminate Sir Alex Ferguson’s role at Old Trafford, insisting his presence at the club ‘is worth more than a few pounds’. Ferguson stepped down as United boss in 2013 after winning 38 trophies in 26 years at the helm,

Add Mikael Silvestre's voice to the chorus of former Manchester United stars who disagree with the club's decision to strip Sir Alex Ferguson's status as an ambassador. Ferguson had been an ambassador for the Red Devils since retiring as the most successful manager in club football history in 2013,