David Moyes will take over as the Manager of Manchester United from the 2013/14 season.
David, 50, has been the Everton manager since 2002, joining after a successful spell as manager of Preston North End.
Announcing his successor, Sir Alex Ferguson said:
"When we discussed the candidates that we felt had the right
attributes we unanimously agreed on David Moyes. David is a man of great
integrity with a strong work ethic. I've admired his work for a long
time and approached him as far back as 1998 to discuss the position of
Assistant Manager here. He was a young man then at the start of his
career and has since gone on to do a magnificent job at Everton. There
is no question he has all the qualities we expect of a manager at this
Club.â
Sir Bobby Charlton said:
âI have always said that we wanted the next manager to be a genuine
Manchester United man. In David Moyes, we have someone who understands
the things that make this such a special club. We have secured a man who
is committed to the long-term and will build teams for the future as
well as now. Stability breeds success.
âDavid has tremendous strength of character and recognises the
importance of bringing young players through and developing them
alongside world class talent. At United, I think David will be able to
express himself. Iâm delighted he has accepted and Iâm looking forward
to working with him.â
Ed Woodward, said:
âIn David Moyes, we have secured the services of an outstanding
manager who has all the skills to build on the phenomenal legacy in
place today. I have no doubt that he will bring an energy and commitment
to deliver winning football that is part of the fabric of this Club. In
this respect, he is cut from the same cloth as the Old Trafford greats
who go before him.
âI have been very impressed by Davidâs personal and managerial
traits, which reflect the Manchester United values. I have no doubt that
he will embrace, and soon become an integral part of, Unitedâs unique
culture and heritage.â
Joel Glazer said:
âI am very pleased David has agreed to lead Manchester United into
the future. His hard working style and steely determination are
characteristics we value at the Club. He has impressed as a coach for
many years now and we strongly believe he will be able to take up from
where Alex is leaving off by continuing this Clubâs tradition of flair
football played by exciting, world class players.â
Avie Glazer said:
âThe search for a new manager has been very short. Alex was very
clear with his recommendation and we are delighted that David has agreed
to accept the job. He comes to us with excellent credentials and a
strong track record. I know he is keen to get started and Ed will be
sitting down with him as soon as the season is over to discuss plans for
the summer and beyond."
David Gill said:
âIâm delighted that David has agreed to join Manchester United. He
has done a terrific job at Everton and has all the qualities that we are
looking for in a manager to succeed Alex.â
David Moyes said:
âItâs a great honour to be asked to be the next Manager of Manchester
United. I am delighted that Sir Alex saw fit to recommend me for the
job. I have great respect for everything he has done and for the
Football Club.
âI know how hard it will be to follow the best manager ever, but the
opportunity to manage Manchester United isnât something that comes
around very often and Iâm really looking forward to taking up the post
next season.
âI have had a terrific job at Everton, with a tremendous chairman and
Board of Directors and a great set of players. Between now and the end
of the season, I will do everything in my power to make sure we finish
as high as possible in the table.
âEvertonâs fantastic fans have played a big part in making my years
at Goodison so enjoyable and I thank them wholeheartedly for the support
they have given me and the players. Everton will be close to me for the
rest of my life.â
David will be introduced to the world as the Manager of Manchester United in due course.
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