Gary Neville Takes On Ambassador Role at Manchester United

Gary Neville has taken on freelance ambassador duties for Manchester United, shortly after the termination of Sir Alex Ferguson's lucrative ambassadorial contract as part of cost-cutting measures initiated by new part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe. Ferguson's role, which was valued at £2 million per year, recognized his legacy as the club's most successful manager. Neville recently represented the club in India, participating in a panel discussion at the Minerva Academy and supporting Apollo Tyres' grassroots football initiative, 'United We Play'. His involvement in India was as a freelancer, complementing his various roles, including punditry in the UK and US. Meanwhile, Ferguson was seen watching his former team Aberdeen draw against Celtic after news of his contract's end, amid rumors of a ban from the United's dressing room. This transition reflects significant changes at the club as Ratcliffe reshapes its operational structure.