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Sir Alex Ferguson 'sitting up talking to family friends' after brain haemorrhage

May 8, 2018

Following successful emergency surgery on a brain haemorrhage, legendary football manager Sir Alex Ferguson is reported to be making good progress.

Ferguson, 76, was hospitalised on Sunday NZT, undergoing the emergency procedure at Salford Royal Hospital in England.

According to reports from the Daily Mail, Ferguson is said to be "sitting up talking to family and friends," although still remains in intensive care.

The 76-year-old Ferguson retired from managing in 2013 after almost 27 years in charge of Manchester United but he has continued to regularly attend matches and participate in UEFA coaching initiatives.

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