Manchester United has expressed sincere gratitude to football lovers and rival clubs for the support it has received since its erstwhile manager, Sir Alex Ferguson, underwent emergency brain surgery on Saturday.
In a “Thank You” note on its website, the club wrote: “Manchester United would like to thank its friends in the wider football world for the countless messages of support that have been conveyed following the news that Sir Alex Ferguson underwent emergency surgery on Saturday evening.
“As well as being uppermost in the thoughts of our own players, past and present, Sir Alex has been the subject of many warm and touching comments from other clubs, governing bodies and individuals in the beautiful game.
“Here is a selection of them, but we acknowledge there are many, many more and we appreciate every one.
“Thank you.”
It then goes on to list the organisations, clubs, individuals and their messages:
FIFA: We join many across the world of football in sending our best wishes to Sir Alex Ferguson.
UEFA: Our thoughts and best wishes are with Sir Alex Ferguson and his family after his surgery earlier today. Everyone at UEFA wishes the former @ManUtd manager and UEFA Coaching Ambassador a full recovery.
The FA: Our thoughts are with Sir Alex, his family and everyone at @ManUtd. We hope he has a full and timely recovery.
Scottish FA: Everyone at the Scottish FA wishes Sir Alex a strong recovery.
Aberdeen: The thoughts and prayers of everyone connected with Aberdeen Football Club are with our former manager Sir Alex Ferguson and his family following tonight’s news.
Arsenal: We’re all thinking of you, Sir Alex.
Barcelona: We wish you a quick recovery!
Celtic: Everyone at #CelticFC wishes Sir Alex Ferguson a full and swift recovery following emergency surgery today.
Chelsea: Everybody at Chelsea FC sends our best wishes to Sir Alex Ferguson for a full and swift recovery following emergency surgery.
Dunfermline Athletic: Everyone at #DAFC is thinking of Sir Alex Ferguson at this difficult time.
Liverpool: A great rival but also a great friend who supported this club during its most difficult time, it is hoped that Sir Alex will make a full recovery.
Manchester City: Everyone at Manchester City wishes Sir Alex Ferguson a full and speedy recovery after his surgery.
Rangers: Everyone at #RangersFC sends their best wishes to Sir Alex Ferguson following emergency surgery this evening.
St Mirren: Everyone at St Mirren sends our best wishes to Sir Alex Ferguson and pray for a speedy recovery.
Tottenham: Everybody at the club sends their best wishes to Sir Alex Ferguson for a full and speedy recovery following his emergency surgery today.
Cesc Fabregas: Keep strong Sir Alex.
Vincent Kompany: Hang in there Sir Alex. Thoughts are with the family and close ones.
Gary Lineker: Very sorry to hear the news that Sir Alex Ferguson is seriously ill in hospital. Wish him all the very best.
Ryan Mason: Shocked and saddened to hear the news about Sir Alex. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family, stay strong.
Benjamin Mendy: So sad… all our thoughts with you Sir Alex.
Simon Mignolet: My best wishes to Sir Alex Ferguson for a full and speedy recovery following his emergency surgery today.
Kasper Schmeichel: Devastated about Sir Alex. Stay strong Boss. Thoughts are with you.
Alan Shearer: Sad news about Sir Alex. Sending him and his family my very best wishes.
David Silva: Get well soon Sir Alex.
source http://www.punchng.com/alex-ferguson-man-u-thanks-football-world/
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