Sir Alex thanks hospital staff for saving his life

Sir Alex Ferguson has promised to return to watch Manchester United this season as he spoke publicly for the first time since undergoing emergency brain surgery.

The former United and Aberdeen manager, who has been recovering at home for the past

two months, thanked medical staff in a video message released by the Red Devils.

The 76-year-old revealed he intended to be back at Old Trafford later in the coming season.

Sir Alex spent about three weeks in hospital following emergency surgery in May after suffering a brain haemorrhage at his house in Cheshire.

In the video, he said: “Just a quick message, first of all, to thank the medical staff at Macclesfield, Salford Royal and Alexandra hospitals.

“Believe me, without those peoplewhogavemesuchgreat care I would not be sitting here today. So, thank you from me and my family. Thank you very much.

“It has made feel so humble, as have all the messages I’ve had from all over the world wishing me the best, and the good wishes do resonate very, very strongly with me.

“So thank you for that support you’ve given me. And lastly, I’ll be back later in the season to watch the team. In the meantime, all the best to Jose and the players.”

Former United striker Wayne Rooney tweeted: “Brilliant to see.”

Ferguson retired as United manager in May 2013 after winning 38 trophies during 26 years in charge.