Former Newcastle and England striker Alan Shearer, who almost signed for Manchester United from Blackburn in 1996, said: "If it wasn't for my love of Newcastle then I would've had to sign for Sir Alex. I was that close I'd actually found a house in Manchester.I am a director at United but I hardly do anything because we are winning all the time and it is all down to Sir Alex Ferguson," said Charlton, who made more than 600 appearances for United between 1956 and 1973.His knowhow, his desire, his hunger, his will to win and longevity are absolutely staggering.Former England captain Paul Ince, who played under Ferguson for six years between 1989-1995, does not believe there will be another manager who will replicate Ferguson's achievements. When you saw him last season squaring up to Mancini, at his age you have to admire that. He's an absolute genius. If you could bottle that it'd be worth a fortune.His standards were so high. He was so demanding. Yes, we had our ups and down. The way he treated me was like a son.Labour leader Ed Miliband tweeted: "Proud man. Great manager. Staunch Labour Party supporter. Sir Alex Ferguson will never be forgotten.But Dwight Yorke, Schmeichel's treble-winning team-mate of 1999, said he could understand why Ferguson has decided now is the time to retire.Ferguson has won 38 trophies in total since taking over from Ron Atkinson on 6 November 1986, including this season's Premier League crown.
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