Sir Alex's message to Chicharito is everything
Sir Alex Ferguson has recorded a heartfelt message of congratulations for Javier Hernandez, after his former Manchester United player completed a romantic transfer back to Chivas.
The ‘Little Pea’ is feeling fit again following a recent ACL injury and he is excited to write another chapter in a remarkable football story that began with Chivas, as a product of their youth system.
Of course, his performances in Guadalajara attracted the attention of United’s former chief scout Jim Lawlor and indeed Sir Alex, who commissioned a transfer in April 2010. It proved to be shrewd business as the fleet-footed striker went on to score 59 goals and win two Premier League titles.
In a video released by Chivas across social media, our former manager relays a very special message to his former player. “Chicharito, it's your old boss here,” he begins.
“First of all, I want to congratulate you on your return to your old club, back in Mexico where it all started, where I found you, signed you and you were a fantastic player for us.
“You've had a great career and I think now you're going back to your old club, you've an opportunity to add your experience and give your experience to all of the players there.
“So, regards to your family, have a great time and more goals to come. All the best.”
Boss, there’s no words to describe how much you mean to me. Been able to say I was one of your players is one of my biggest achievements. THANK YOU!
— Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez (@CH14_) January 24, 2024
And to my other family @ManUtd thank you for letting me be part of your history. Will love you forever. Once a red always a red.… https://t.co/UZXxZ9kSxc
In his UTD Podcast, Chicharito opened up about his relationship with Sir Alex and explained how the manager’s treatment of his family upon signing made a lasting impression.
“It was great, it was amazing and then, when I arrived for the presentation, he wanted to have dinner with myself and my family,” said Javier.
“The way he presented himself and the way he treated you like a human. The way he treated my family. For me, it was like, 'yeah, I will kill myself on the pitch for this manager, for sure'. For sure!
“If he treats my family that way, man, I will vomit after every game if it helps him to achieve in games and championships. He was an amazing man. It’s hard to believe.”
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🔙 Se fue, hizo historia y hoy está de vuelta en casa 🔴⚪️ #HO14CHICHARITO 👋🫛 pic.twitter.com/cg71vBU1cj
— CHIVAS (@Chivas) January 24, 2024