Fletcher sought Ferguson’s blessing before taking interim Man United role

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Soccer Football - Europa League - Manchester United Training - Trafford Training Centre, Carrington, Britain - May 7, 2025 Manchester United first-team coach Darren Fletcher during training Action Images via Reuters/Jason Cairnduff

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Jan 7 - Darren Fletcher said he had reached out to former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson to seek his blessing before taking on the interim role at the club following Ruben Amorims sacking on Monday.

Fletcher, 41, will take charge of Wednesdays Premier League trip to Burnley and may also stay on for Sundays FA Cup third-round fixture against Brighton amp; Hove Albion.

I dont like to make any major decisions without speaking to Sir Alex, Fletcher told reporters.

Ive got a really good relationship with Sir Alex, so I wanted to speak to him first and ultimately to get his blessing, to be perfectly honest with you. I think he deserves that respect.

I wanted to run it by him and he echoed my thoughts.

Former midfielder Fletcher made 342 appearances in all competitions with the club, the majority of them under Ferguson. He was also recently coach of the under-18 squad.

When youre an employee of the club, its your job to do your best for Manchester United, he said.

It is something I try and live and believe every day, so it was comforting for me for him to say that.

Fletcher is the 11th United manager - either interim or permanent - since Ferguson, the clubs most