I wonder how long Ferguson would get there before getting the boot.
Football has moved on a bit since he came to United. He was appointed in 86-87, won his first major cup 89-90, first (of 12) league wins 92-93.
I don't think he'd have survived long enough to weave his magic had he been appointed in today's climate.
I don't disagree with you on Abramovich by the way.