Fans all love seeing who Sir Alex Ferguson is sat next to during Man Utd’s clash at Nottingham Forest

MANCHESTER UNITED fans were buzzing after spotting Sir Alex Ferguson sat next to Ineos director Sir Dave Brailsford.

The Red Devils legendary boss is a regular sight at football grounds when his former club are playing.

GettySir Alex Ferguson was pictured sitting next to Sir Dave Brailsford during Man Utd’s visit to Nottingham Forest[/caption]

But tonight he was joined by Ineos chief Brailsford in the director’s box.

Brailsford is one of the chief lieutenant’s of Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who recently completed his purchase of a 25 per cent stake in the club.

Under his leadership, Brailsford guided Team GB to 18 gold medals at the 2004, 2008 and 2012 Olympics games.

He also led Team Sky and Team Ineos to seven Tour de France titles.

This impressive haul is only marginally bettered by the serial winner Ferguson, who won 38 trophies during his 26 year spell in charge of Man Utd.

Reacting to the pairing on social media, fans were loving the sight of the two trophy-winning experts.

One fan said: “A notable sight! Two iconic figures in the world of sports.”

A second said: “Club legends.”

The move, subject to Premier League confirmation, will see Ineos take over the football operations of the club.

And this means Brailsford, who has guided Ineos’ cycling programme to a mountain of success will be making the key calls going forward.

The 59-year-old was also spotted at Old Trafford for Man Utd’s 3-2 comeback win over Aston Villa.