'We hope he pulls through this recent dip in his health. He has had a lot of problems over the years. We are all rooting for him and hope he pulls through.’
'Everyone has their own opinion about football and their favourite players but in terms of British players, you would find it difficult to think of anyone better than George Best.'
Mark Hughes - echoed Fergie’s comments.
'Everybody is saddened by the news that he is very ill at the moment and we hope he pulls through.'