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Ferguson key in Manchester United's financial transformation

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Manchester United's manager Sir Alex Ferguson holds the English Premier League trophy as his team celebrate winning the league after their team's 0-0 draw against Arsenal at Old Trafford Stadium, Manchester, England. Manchester United said Wednesday that manager Alex Ferguson is retiring at the end of season.

Associated Press/May 2009

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Manchester United and Sir Alex Ferguson. Apple and Steve Jobs. Will one of the world's most recognized soccer clubs face the same challenges the world's technology darling did after the departure of its iconic leader? Almost 27 years after Ferguson took the helm of an underperforming club, Manchester United is back at the top of the English Premier League and among the highest echelons of Europe's elite soccer teams, alongside Real Madrid and Barcelona.