SIR ALEX FERGUSON has opened up on his brother’s battle with dementia and being stuck at home following the death of his wife.
The Manchester United legend, 83, is widely regarded as the greatest manager in history.
Ferguson led United to 13 Premier League titles, five FA Cups and two Champions Leagues during an incredible 27-year reign.
He retired from the beautiful game in 2013 after leading United to their last title win.
But since quitting Old Trafford, Ferguson has been beset by tragedy in his personal life.
His beloved wife Lady Cathy died aged 84 nearly two years ago following 58 years of marriage.
Lady Cathy had helped nurse Sir Alex back to health after his stroke in 2018.
And her loss left a huge void in the Scot’s life.
Elsewhere, Fergie has also been dealing with his younger brother Martin’s dementia diagnosis.
The pair have a close bond and Ferguson admits it’s “not easy” seeing his sibling, 82, suffer.
He told BBC Breakfast: “Martin recognises me, but the memory is not great and it’s in the back of my mind all the time.
“I wonder if he’s in just now, whether I guess you give him a phone call and that.
“And I try to do that every day but sometimes you don’t because you’re busy.
“It is (on my mind a lot), I’m his brother and I’m saying to myself, I’m only a year ahead of him.
“I think people who get to my age have little worries about how their memory is going to stand up. I’m 84 in December, there are moments when I forget things.”
Reflecting on Lady Cathy’s passing, Sir Alex added: “After my wife passed, I was stuck in the house a lot.
“I moved house, into the country, next door to my son. But it’s not good enough just to sit watching TV, so I decided to travel. I went to Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong and Bahrain.
“Occupy yourself. Dealing with the dementia group has been good for me. It’s something that I enjoy.”
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Is very sad. Growing up and getting old. All the best Fergie and Martin