MAN UNITED legend Roy Keane has surprisingly named Sir Alex Ferguson on his football ‘Mount Rushmore’ despite the pair’s infamous, long-running feud.
The legend was asked to name the four biggest figures in his life and selected , Brian Clough, and .
Roy Keane picks his football ‘Mount Rushmore’ Credit: Unknown
Keane is currently in the USA working with ITV on their coverage of the 2026 World Cup Credit: Unknown
Keane, 54, grew up idolising icon Maradona and has often spoken about his admiration for the World Cup winner’s brilliance.
But the other three names were legendary managers who all had a huge impact on his career.
Keane worked under Clough after joining in 1990, with the iconic boss helping turn him into one of English football’s top midfielders.
He also played for Charlton during his time with the .
Charlton was part of England’s famous 1966 World Cup-winning side and later managed Ireland from 1986 to 1996, taking them to two World Cups and a European Championship.
The legend was also the older brother of icon Sir .
But it was the inclusion of Ferguson that caught many fans by surprise.
Keane captained United during an era of dominance under the Scot, winning seven Premier League titles and the .
Roy Keane spent 12 years at Manchester United under manager Sir Alex Ferguson Credit: Manchester United via Getty Images
However, their relationship famously broke down before Keane left Old Trafford in 2005.
And since becoming one of football’s most outspoken pundits, many would have expected the Irishman to leave Ferguson out.
Speaking about his decision to include his former manager, Keane admitted: “Obviously still disappointed the way he treated me in the end but that’s life.
“I’m not one to hold grudges.”
The irony of Roy Keane’s inclusion of on his football ‘Mount Rushmore’ isn’t lost on fans, given their legendary 2005 fallout over an MUTV interview.
Back then, Keane’s savage critique of his teammates after a 4-1 loss to prompted Ferguson to axe the broadcast and banish his captain from the club to preserve total dressing room privacy.
Fast forward 21 years, and Manchester United’s modern approach could not be more different.
to feature in an All or Nothing documentary.
While Ferguson fiercely guarded the inner sanctum of Old Trafford, camera crews will now have total access to the squad across the 2026-27 season as navigates his first full year at the helm.
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