Jones: Sir Alex Like A Father To Me

Manchester United and England defender Phil Jones says he was "devastated" to learn that Sir Alex Ferguson is seriously ill.

The former United boss remains in Salford hospital, having undergone emergency surgery on Saturday following a brain haemorrhage.

Ferguson won 38 trophies during his time as manager of the club and signed Jones from Blackburn in 2011.

Regarding his ex-manager's serious illness, Jones said: "Just devastated, absolutely devastated.

"He is such a legend in my eyes.

"He is the one who brought me to the club and gave me that opportunity to play for one of the biggest clubs in the world.

"He's taken me under his wing like a father.

"It was shocking, it's sad, but I know his character.

"I know he has that fight in him. Hopefully he'll recover well.

"He has got all his family and friends around him, the support from all the players and staff at Man United, and football around the world.

"When something like that does happen it's nice that the football world comes together and shows support and we are all rooting for him. I'm sure he will be fine."

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