ERIC CANTONA is believed to be seriously
considering Manchester United’s long-standing offer to return to
Old Trafford as a coach.
And with manager Sir
Alex Ferguson in danger of losing his influential No2, Carlos
Queiroz – wanted by Portugal to succeed Luiz Felipe Scolari – the
Frenchman’s emotional return would be perfect timing.
Ever since Cantona
shocked the football world by announcing his sudden retirement
11 years ago, Ferguson has kept in touch with the maverick
forward.
He has constantly tried
to cajole him into returning to Old Trafford.
Now a close friend of
Cantona has revealed to Sunday Express Sport: “Eric does fancy the
idea of helping out with the coaching at a club like Manchester
United.
“He has been enjoying
himself appearing in and directing films and being involved in
beach soccer but has always wanted to help produce a team in his
style and knows that Sir Alex Ferguson would encourage him.”
