Sir Alex Ferguson could step in for David Moyes if the Manchester United manager is sacked. Ferguson is still a director at United and is considered a genuine stop-gap option.

Troubled Moyes was expected to be given a stay of execution until the end of the season, but the Glazers may decide to act sooner.

The American billionaires have been left shocked by the rapid decline of the team this season.

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