Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has been named Manager of the Year by the League Managers' Association.

Ferguson admitted he was relieved the celebrations to mark his retirement were over.

They culminated in his last match in charge, a 5-5 draw at West Brom.

Ferguson said: "It has been overwhelming. The club has been fantastic and congratulations to West Brom with the way they handled yesterday.

"In a way I am glad it is all over now - because it has been hard work!

"I think (West Brom manager) Steve Clarke should get an award because anyone who scores five against United deserves it."