Eric Cantona, a Manchester United legend, has criticized Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s decision to request Sir Alex Ferguson to step down from his role as the club’s ambassador at the end of the season. Ferguson, who has held the position since retiring from managing over a decade ago, has been a significant figure in the club’s operations. Though Ratcliffe’s decision is reported to be mutually agreeable, it marks a significant shift. Since Ratcliffe and his company, Ineos, took over at Old Trafford in February, they have implemented severe cost-cutting measures, including the redundancy of 250 staff members. This decision has provoked controversy in various circles.
Cantona expressed his disapproval on Instagram.
Eric Cantona said, “Sir Alex Ferguson should be able to do anything he wants at the club until the day he dies. Such a lack of respect. It’s totally scandalous. Sir Alex Ferguson will be my boss forever! And I throw them all in a big bag of s***!”
Furthermore, Rio Ferdinand also commented on the matter, using the platform X (formerly known as Twitter).
Rio Ferdinand said, “If Sir Alex can be taken out, then NO ONE IS SAFE at Manchester United, anyone can get it now. Ineos sending a message to ANYONE at the club?!?”
The situation highlights the tumultuous changes at Manchester United, stirring concern and emotion, particularly among former players and the fanbase, about the future direction of the club under Ineos’ management.
