Dear Sir Alex,
I've supported Manchester United since I was 6 and I'm now 37. For 87% of my time as a fan you've been 'the boss'; the greatest ever manager of our great club.
Your drive, passion, exacting standards and incredible achievements inspire me to work hard and relentlessly strive to achieve.
I am sad today at your retirement. As a season ticket holder it will hurt not seeing you in the dugout.
But as I look at your name on the east stand and your statue I will be proud and will continue to believe in our club that you rebuilt.
You deserve your retirement more than any man I know. Giving 27 years of your life to our club is more than anyone could have asked. Your contribution is immeasurable and will never be equalled.
My son is just 9 months old (pictured at 2 weeks old in August 2012). I can't wait to tell him all about you and he will be every bit a fan.
Thank you for everything Great Man.
Giles.
