The topic has come up quite a lot since his announcement over 10 years ago that he was to retire but went back on it after a disastrous season. There have been many names mooted such as United old boys Hughes, Bruce, Robson, Keane and also the likes of David Moyes and Jose Mourinho have been linked to the position.
A lot has been said in the media of late and it would appear on the evidence so far that Sir Alex will not announce retirement it will just happen so not to upset the team during the season. The last few days have seen a lot of names linked but one name keeps occurring, the ex-Barcelona chief Pep Guardiola. Some papers are saying that he would prefer London whilst others are saying there is strong dialogue between the United hierarchy and Guardiola representatives.
Being the manager of United is a hard job but to follow Sir Alex legacy will be even harder that is why a strong willed character is needed to succeed Sir Alex. There are not too many names that can follow but Pep Guardiola is for me the perfect choice. Pep has always enjoyed playing United as they play the right way, he gets on well with Sir Alex, he has plenty of respect in the game and does not suffer fools as his clashes with the special one in Spain will testify.
There will be the cynics who will say that managing Barcelona is an easy job considering the wealthy talent they have at there disposal but to get those talented players to play in a system and win games takes time and practice. His desire to blood youngsters who come through the system is very akin to Sir Alex philosophy of club football.
Also he left the club in good health, some may say he left a bit abruptly but he felt he got the club to a good state and was then left for someone to continue the work without having to rebuild a team. Far better to leave the club in good health and not in a mess or turmoil. Should Sir Alex leave his role then the club in terms of stature and playing squad is in good health, although the odd purchase will be needed now and again.
To me, Pep makes the ideal replacement for Sir Alex as both there ideals are the same and although different men, continuity is more important and the future of the club would be left in safe hands.
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