Tributes have been pouring in for Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson who is retiring after 26 years at the helm.
Leicester City players were among the many admirers who took to Twitter to share their thoughts on Ferguson's decision.
City keeper Kasper Schmeichel said: "Cannot believe the news I'm hearing. SAF Has been the manager of United nearly every day that I have been alive!"
"Beyond gutted! The best manager that has ever lived! No question!"
City striker Chris Wood tweeted: "Never thought this would happen this year!! Sir Alex the greatest manager ever!! #legend."
Ritchie de Laet said: "Just heard the news about SAF gutted really !!"
Leicestershire MP Jon Ashworth put aside team loyalties to express his admiration: He tweeted: "Right I'm a City fan but what a manager Ferguson was. Respect what he achieved and he's a good Labour man too of course."
Fergie, 71, who has managed United since 1986, was rumoured to be on the verge of making a club exit. Manchester United this morning confirmed he will step down at the end of the season.
Former Manchester United star David Beckham said: "The impact that he has with the team and the impact that he has with the players and fans - I don't think there is anyone around in football that has had that impact ever".
Meanwhile MP George Galloway tweeted: "Sir Alex Ferguson, greatest ever football manager Greatest Living Scotsman, all who love football salute you".
And Labour leader Ed Miliband tweeted: "Proud man. Great manager. Staunch Labour Party supporter. Sir Alex Ferguson will never be forgotten".
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