Sir Alex Ferguson allegedly delivers a brutal message to INEOS chiefs during a tense phone conversation in Monaco
Sir Alex Ferguson has reportedly delivered a furious assessment of Manchester United’s struggles, insisting that changing managers will not solve the club’s problems while certain senior players remain in the dressing room.
According to an alleged insider, Ferguson joined a phone conversation with INEOS executives during their Monaco meeting and criticised one established first-team player. He reportedly accused the individual of avoiding responsibility during difficult moments and damaging the team’s standards. The player’s identity has not been disclosed, and the alleged comments remain unverified.
United’s situation has become increasingly worrying, with the club reportedly sitting 18th after ten Premier League matches, collecting just eight points from one win, five draws and four defeats. Their recent 4–4 draw against Aston Villa further exposed defensive weaknesses and concerns about the squad’s mentality.
Michael Carrick is expected to leave his position as INEOS pursue Mauricio Pochettino, reportedly negotiating his release from the United States national team. However, Ferguson’s alleged intervention raises questions about whether another managerial appointment can deliver lasting improvement.
Pochettino is known for demanding intensity, discipline and commitment from his players. If the reports are accurate, his biggest challenge may involve addressing dressing-room issues alongside rebuilding the team. Neither the reported conversation nor Ferguson’s alleged accusations have been independently confirmed.
