Man United Faces Backlash Over Ferguson's Role Termination

Manchester United's decision to terminate Sir Alex Ferguson's £2 million per year ambassadorial role is part of a broader cost-cutting strategy led by minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS, resulting in 250 redundancies at the club. This move has drawn criticism from former players and pundits, including Eric Cantona and Stuart Pearce, who view it as disrespectful to Ferguson, the legendary manager who transformed United into a powerhouse. Adding to the controversy, Ferguson has been banned from the dressing room, traditionally open to club legends. Despite the termination, Ferguson will remain a non-executive director, and the decision was reportedly amicable. Meanwhile, Manchester United faces pressure on the field, with Erik ten Hag's position as manager under scrutiny following recent poor performances.