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Alex Ferguson: 'I retired for my wife'

Sir Alex Ferguson confirms that the death of his wife's twin sister was the reason behind his decision to leave Manchester United and football management behind.

Legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson has stated that he may still be in charge of Manchester United if not a family tragedy in 2012.

The Scot retired from management in 2013 and has revealed that the death of his wife's twin sister played a prominent role in his decision to call it a day.

"I definitely would have carried on," the 73-year-old told The Telegraph.

"I saw [my wife Cathy] was watching television one night, and she looked up at the ceiling. I knew she was isolated. Her and Bridget were twins, you know?"

Ferguson won 25 major titles - including 13 Premier Leagues and two Champions League crowns - during a trophy-laden 27-year stint at Old Trafford.

The Red Devils have yet to win a major trophy in the post-Ferguson era, with David Moyes's side finishing seventh in 2013-14, before Louis van Gaal secured a fourth-place finish last term.

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