Ratcliffe will lean on Ferguson when making crucial decisions at Man Utd, and the Scot's influence could help his close friend become United's new sporting director and unlock a £60m transfer in the process
Manchester United icon Sir Alex Ferguson is considered by many to be the greatest manager in football history – but how does his trophy record stack up against other legendary figures?
Ten Hag remains a man under pressure in the wake of a woeful start to the season and now a report has detailed Ferguson's thoughts on the prospect of Man Utd sacking the Dutchman
The Manchester City boss lifted his first Champions League title with Manchester City last Saturday, after a 1-0 victory over Inter Milan
Sir Alex Ferguson has insisted that Marcus Rashford is not a striker and has advised United to sign 'an extra one' as they continue their resurgence under Erik Ten Hag
Ten Hag has been told to follow in Sir Alex Ferguson's footsteps by landing a world-class player for Man Utd this summer
Ten Hag has reached a Man Utd achievement quicker than legendary boss Sir Alex Ferguson, resulting in an observer completing an embarrassing U-turn
Paul Scholes has spoken about a major rift with former Man Utd boss Sir Alex Ferguson which could have seen him forced out of the club 12 years before his retirement.
Sir Alex Ferguson will have more influence than at any time since he stepped down at Man Utd in May 2013 after he was invited back into a club think-tank.
One observer has claimed that Sir Alex Ferguson should stop getting in the way of Erik ten Hag's business at Man Utd
Manchester United icon Sir Alex Ferguson has had his say on the future of Cristiano Ronaldo, while West Ham lead a striker race
Sir Alex Ferguson has given his first verdict on Erik ten Hag, who will become Man Utd boss ahead of next season
Jamie Carragher has revealed a past conversation with Sir Alex Ferguson about Jurgen Klopp's tenure at Liverpool
The 52-year-old has emerged as one of the frontrunners to take over from interim coach Ralf Rangnick at the end of the season.
Man Utd have been told of the "perfect fit" to succeed Rangnick and pick up where Ferguson left off nine years ago.
Ferguson is 'leading the charge' for Man Utd to appoint one name in particular, though a Qatar-based boss could land the interim job first.
A report has revealed how Sir Alex Ferguson turned the tables over a summer deal for Cristiano Ronaldo in Man Utd's favour
Steve Nicol has blasted Sir Alex Ferguson for a recent decision in the wake of Man Utd's defeat to Liverpool
One pundit has offered his grim verdict on Sir Alex Ferguson's ability to get the best out of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's current Man Utd team
The good times may soon be back at St James' Park - but they may never have gone away had a swoop for Sir Alex proved successful
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has seen his handling of Cristiano Ronaldo questioned by Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson.
Ferguson has revealed his contribution in bringing Ronaldo back to Man Utd, and insisted his biggest impact won't be the most obvious one.
Sir Alex has paid tribute to a fellow former Red Devils boss as he gets set to join an elite club of football managers
Man Utd have 'agreed' a deal to re-sign Cristiano Ronaldo and any doubts as to whether the deal would fall through were put to their bed.
The legendary former United boss has been talking about the four current Premier League stars he most admires
The United legend previously urged Manchester United to sign the Tottenham man - but now admits he got it wrong
Ferguson also spoke warmly about the jobs being done by Klopp and Guardiola and has given his verdict on the European Super League
Man Utd's owners have been tipped to enlist a club great's help as they look to make a big decision behind the scenes
Sir Alex Ferguson is buzzing to see one Man Utd star becoming a huge influence in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's team
Rio Ferdinand and Sir Alex Ferguson have voiced their fierce disagreement to plans for the European Super League