Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has been denied access to the dressing room in a controversial altercation at Old Trafford.
The decision marks the end of a long-standing tradition dating back to the days of Sir Matt Busby, where former managers and board members maintained close post-match involvement with the team.
The move is part of a broader change in club policy, which also restricts United’s board members from entering the dressing room.
Insiders suggest that this shift reflects a desire to streamline access to the squad’s inner sanctum, ensuring a more focused environment for players and coaches.
Adding to the controversy, Manchester United’s new part-owner INEOS has scrapped Ferguson’s multi-million-pound ambassadorial role.
This decision forms part of a comprehensive cost-cutting programme introduced by the new ownership group.
Despite the backlash, the club maintains that Ferguson’s exclusion is not a personal attack.
Rather, officials say it reflects a new “collective understanding” regarding who is permitted in the dressing room post-match.
The changes have drawn mixed reactions from fans and analysts, given Ferguson’s deep association with the club.
Widely regarded as the most successful manager in Manchester United’s history, Ferguson led the club to 38 major trophies during his 26-year tenure, including 13 Premier League titles and two Champions League victories.