Manchester United news: David Moyes could have joined club 14 years before he replaced Sir Alex Ferguson

Manchester United news: David Moyes could have joined club 14 years before he replaced Sir Alex Ferguson
Sir Alex Ferguson considered bringing David Moyes to Manchester United 14 years before he took the reins at Old Trafford.Moyes was months into his first management job at Preston when Fergie began his search for a reliable no.2 following Brian Kidds decision to leave and take over at Blackburn.Getty2

McClaren became Ferguson’s assistant during the 1998/99 season and said the first five months were the toughest of his career

In the end, Derby County assistant Steve McClaren got the job.I do know there were a few people in the frame and I think it was David Moyes and myself who were top of the charts, McClaren told talkSPORT as part of a special documentary called ‘Football, Bloody Hell! How United won the Treble’.In addition to his obvious talent at winning trophies, McClaren believes recruitment was one of one of Fergies great strengths whether it be picking the right players or staff.However, he thought someone was winding him up when the legendary boss called him one evening to offer him the role. I got a phone call on a Saturday night Id just got back from a game and it was a Scotsman on the phone and I thought it was a hoax.He quickly realised it was not and was floored by the words that followed.

---

McClaren: First five months at Old Trafford the toughest of my entire career

---

It was the real Sir Alex and he asked me if I wanted to become the Manchester United assistant manager.Once I got up off the ground I said yes, obviously. He said great, we play [Derby] on Tuesday at Old Trafford, Ill have a word with Jim [Smith] after the game and hopefully hell agree and you can come and join us.Getty2

David Moyes replaced Sir Alex Ferguson as Man United manager in 2013 – 14 years after being sounded out about becoming his assistant

As for Moyes, he remained at Preston until 2002 when he took over at Everton, having won the Division Two title and losing the Division One play-off final.He stayed there until Fergie handpicked him to take his place in the United dugout when he retired in 2013.Unfortunately, his dream job ended nine months later when he was forced out the door a decision he said reduced him to tears.A special documentary called ‘Football, Bloody Hell! How United won the Treble’ featuring contributions from Teddy Sheringham, Andy Cole and Martin Edwards will be aired on talkSPORT at 9pm on Thursday 23 May

---

Manchester United 'expect' Anthony Martial to sign new contract despite rift with Mourinho. Anthony Martial is one of many Man United players out of contract in the summer, but the club are
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer begs Anthony Martial and David De Gea to

---

He got to watch Liverpool vs Tottenham in the champions league final at the Wanda Metropolitano stadium, and witness liverpool win their 6th champions league as they beat Tottenham 2-0 with goals
Find Tottenham Vs Liverpool on eBay | Seriously, We have EVERYTHING
AD

---

Former Swansea striker Bafetimbi Gomis scares ball boy with

---

Newcastle come from behind to leave Arsenal without an away point in 2018 found themselves forced back into their own half with Lacazette scuffing a fifth-minute shot wide after turning neatly
Three Reasons Why Chelsea Will Finish in the Top Four

---

The away goals rule is a method of breaking ties in association football and other sports when teams play each other twice, once at each team's home ground. By the away goals rule, the team that has scored more goals "away from home" wins, if the total goals scored by each team are otherwise equal.

---

Transfer news LIVE: Updates on all the biggest deals across Europe after Real Madrid seal £62m Jovic deal Marcus Rashford delays contract talks amid fears Man Utd are not heading in right
Why Marcus Rashford has delayed talks over Man Utd contract

---

Pochettino: I would be 'stupid' to stay at Spurs without a future plan Manager is making waves with Tottenham in the Champions League final Mauricio Pochettino has a big summer ahead (Adam

---

Alex McLeish hasn't given up hope of convincing Angus Gunn to choose Scotland over England as the goalkeeper weighs up his international future.. The Southampton No1 has played for England at every level from the Under-16s to the Under-21s but is yet to receive a call-up to the senior side.
Southampton keeper Angus Gunn has the choice to play for

---

However, the change never happened as Kepa stayed on the pitch, pleading with the Chelsea bench that he was fine to continue, however, this led to Sarri having a huge meltdown on the pitch. Kepa vs Sarri. Maurizio Sarri plays down Kepa 'misunderstanding' in Carabao Cup final. Chelsea players should have backed the manager - Michael Ballack
Kepa Arrizabalaga: Why Maurizio Sarri may not be able to

---

The Blues have been linked with several players but they have no intention of repeating the kind of big spend. Guardiola has revealed that he will make only two new signings this summer. First of all, Guardiola's side … Continue reading "Manchester City transfer strategy outlined as Pep Guardiola seeks just TWO new players"
NewsNow: Manchester City Transfer News news | Breaking News

---

Sheffield derbies could be blocked on weekends as police ask EFL to move matches after £203,000 bill for one Wednesday vs United clash squad to avoid an FA Cup shock against League One

---

Arsenal transfer rumours Latest Arsenal transfer rumours: Emery makes contact with defender, Gunners enquiry confirmed All of the latest news and rumours from around the Emirates Apple Aston Villa's shock move for Birmingham City star as Leeds handed transfer blow - latest Championship rumours The latest transfer news and rumours from around
Transfer news live: Barcelona star in Arsenal and Spurs

---

Ex-Chelsea manager has been at training ground speaking to Antonio Conte ANTONIO CONTE was given a pep talk by former Chelsea boss Claudio Ranieri this week, who won the league with Leicester last term.
Andrea Pirlo - ProSoccerTalk

---