Moyes gets Mourinho's nod

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has backed newly appointed Manchester United manager David Moyes to be a success at Old Trafford. Mourinho also admitted that he felt honored after Ferguson personally rang him up to tell him about his decision to retire.

Moyes has signed a six year deal at United and will take over the club on July 1 when Sir Alex will step down following 26 trophy laden years at the club. And Jose Mourinho, who was also rumored to be in contention for the post said:

“When Sir Alex called me to give me the honour of knowing from him his decision, I was surprised and sad. At the same time, I was happy to feel his emotion, and pride for such an amazing career.

“I think David is a great choice. I like him as a person, I like his character as a manager. I believe Manchester United will support him, I think he has the qualities to do a good job.

“I wish Sir Alex a happy life, and I wish David a successful career at Old Trafford.”

Ferguson and Mourinho share a healthy competitive relationship and the duo are famous for their post match wine routine. Mourinho added that he will miss Ferguson’s presence in the dugout.

“It will be difficult for me, and I think all managers, to go to Old Trafford and play against Manchester United, without this mythical figure waiting for us.

“We are good friends, and my good friends know which club I would like to manage when I finish my work at Real Madrid.”

Mourinho added that he would not watch Ferguson’s last match at Old Trafford on television on Sunday.

“No, certainly not – no, I don’t want to cry!”