Sir Alex Ferguson admitted 'biggest mistake' after confronting Man Utd star at petrol stationSir Alex Ferguson had a massive falling out with one of his top Manchester United stars before telling him to leave the club at a petrol stationView 3 Images Sir Alex Ferguson regretted one big decision at Manchester United (Image: Gary M Prior/Allsport)Sir Alex Ferguson's illustrious 26-year tenure at Manchester United was not without its mistakes, with the legendary Scot acknowledging one of his most significant blunders. Their relationship reached a breaking point at a petrol station, where the Dutch defender's fate was decided. Ferguson then tracked him down at a petrol station before telling him his Old Trafford days were finished. "One quick conversation in my car at a petrol station in Manchester was enough for me to leave that big club. Join our new MAN UTD WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Manchester United content from Mirror Football.

Source: Daily Mirror December 31, 2025 14:07 UTC