Police called out by Man Utd

The club called the police after the small but vociferous group chanted for him to resign or be sacked.

The supporters stayed for two hours and their message was loud and clear. Ferguson might be recognised as the most successful manager in the business and his team top of the Premiership after winning their first three games but his popularity has eroded significantly over the last few seasons.

A police spokesman said: "They were stood outside the training ground chanting: We want Fergie out. The security manager called us out but it was a peaceful protest. The supporters were a safe distance from the gates and they were allowed to carry on."