PSV boss Ruud van Nistelrooy was proud to manage in front of Sir Alex Ferguson in the Champions League play-off first leg against Rangers at Ibrox on Tuesday.

The former Manchester United manager was in the stands as PSV and Rangers played out a 2-2 draw.

"I was proud that he was able to see me coach my team and manage my team," said van Nistelrooy said.

"I'm glad he's well. I spoke to him just briefly but he's well and looking great. His family is well.

"As I say, it was great to see him. For him to see me on the touchline at Ibrox is a proud moment.

"I learned so much from him.

"When you develop yourself as a coach, you obviously look back at the managers you had, what they did, how they formed a team, the style of play and how they managed individuals. He is such an example in that sense.

"I had a wonderful time here. Sir Alex said: 'Good to see you again'. And he thought it was a beautiful match. He said he was proud of me and he likes seeing me being a coach and running along the side of the pitch."

Asked if he would be happy to become half as good a manager as Ferguson, Van Nistelrooy smiled: "If I am even one per cent as good…"