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Sir Alex Ferguson out of ICU

Sir Alex Ferguson out of ICU

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Ferguson underwent a brain haemorrhage surgery on Saturday.

Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson is out of intensive care after undergoing emergency surgery for a brain haemorrhage, the Premier League club informed.

Ferguson, the most successful manager in Manchester United's history, underwent a surgery on Saturday.

"Sir Alex no longer needs intensive care and will continue rehabilitation as an inpatient," United said in a statement on Twitter.

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"His family have been overwhelmed by the level of support and good wishes but continue to request privacy as this will be vital during this next stage of recovery."

Ferguson collapsed at his home on Saturday and was taken to Macclesfield district hospital.

He then received a police escort to rush him to another hospital in Salford where he was operated on.

United issued a statement on Saturday saying the procedure had gone well, but Ferguson would need a period of intensive care to optimise his recovery.

The 76-year-old Scot was United manager from 1986 to 2013, winning the Champions League twice, the Premier League 13 times and five FA Cups.