Speaking to US television, Sir Alex noted:
“I’m not interested in managing again or getting myself worked up about Manchester United’s results,” Ferguson said.
“United are in good hands with David Moyes. He will be fine. He’s a good manager.
“You would be throwing your money down the drain if you put any money on me coming back as a manager.
“I made my decision. The timing was perfect. There is no way back for me now. I’ve got a new life.
“I want to go the Kentucky Derby and the US Masters, the Melbourne Cup. I want to visit vineyards in Tuscany and France.”
Speaking of Chelsea’s interest in him, Sir Alex confessed:
“They used an agent to approach me when Abramovich first took over the club, and I said no chance.”
The fact Abramovich wanted Sir Alex doesn’t really come as a big surprise, although you have to wonder whether Jose Mourinho’s huge ego may be dented somewhat knowing he was second choice to the great man….