Sir Alex Ferguson, the legendary former Manchester United manager, was taken to hospital from Old Trafford on Sunday, 2026-05-03, after feeling unwell before the Premier League match against Liverpool. The 84-year-old was attended to by medical staff at the stadium and then transferred to a hospital as a precautionary measure, according to club sources.
Manchester United confirmed the news in a brief statement, saying: 'Sir Alex was taken to hospital as a precaution after feeling unwell. He is in good hands and we are all thinking of him.' The club added that the incident was not believed to be serious, and Ferguson was expected to remain under observation for a short period.
Ferguson, who managed Manchester United from 1986 to 2013, winning 13 Premier League titles and two UEFA Champions League trophies, has had health issues in the past. In 2018, he underwent emergency surgery for a brain hemorrhage and later made a full recovery. The latest episode occurred just hours before the match, which ended in a 2-2 draw.
Fans and former players expressed their support on social media, with many sending well-wishes. Liverpool manager Arne Slot also offered his best, saying: 'We hope Sir Alex is okay. He is a giant of the game, and our thoughts are with him and his family.'
