Aberdeen was the next challenge for Ferguson -- and it was here that he established himself as a world-class manager . Alex Ferguson is the most successful manager in English football . Born in 1941 , Ferguson has played and managed football at top level . Players he has nurtured include David Beckham and Cristiano Ronaldo . He has hinted in recent years he may step down soon -- but keeps his promise .
Alex Ferguson is the most successful manager in English football . Born in 1941 , Ferguson has played and managed football at top level . Players he has nurtured include David Beckham and Cristiano Ronaldo . He has hinted in recent years he may step down soon -- but keeps his promise .