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He later joined Barcelona in 2007, initially playing under Frank Rijkaard.

When Pep Guardiola took over in 2008, Henry became a key figure in Barcelona’s historic treble-winning season, contributing 26 goals and 10 assists as the team cemented its place among the elite in world football.

Despite having played under Guardiola during that remarkable campaign, Henry gave the edge to Ferguson, pointing to the Scotsman’s extraordinary achievements with Aberdeen as a major factor in his choice.

The discussion unfolded during a Sky Sports segment where Henry and others debated who deserves the title of greatest football manager.

Carragher said: “I’m going to with Sir Alex Ferguson over Pep, because…”

Henry quickly interjected: “he did it with Aberdeen.”

Carragher replied: “Yeah. Pep is probably never going to do that or take a team like that. So I’m going to go with Sir Alex Ferguson.”

Henry concluded firmly: “So, Sir Alex is the winner.”

Before Ferguson became a legendary figure at Manchester United, he had already built an impressive managerial reputation in Scottish football with successful stints at St Mirren and Aberdeen.

He began his rise in 1974 by guiding St Mirren from the lower reaches of the Second Division to champions of the First Division just three years later, in 1977.

Despite being dismissed from the role, his accomplishments caught the attention of Aberdeen, who appointed him as manager in the Scottish Premier Division.

Ferguson made history in 1980 by steering Aberdeen to a league title—breaking a 15-year monopoly held by Celtic and Rangers. His success continued in 1982 when Aberdeen defeated Rangers 4-1 to claim the Scottish Cup.

That domestic triumph earned Aberdeen a place in the European Cup Winners’ Cup, where they stunned Bayern Munich en route to the final. In a memorable showdown, Ferguson’s side overcame Real Madrid 2-1, marking the last time the Spanish giants lost a European final.

He remained at Aberdeen until November 1986, when Manchester United came calling. Though his early years in England were challenging, Ferguson eventually transformed the club, winning 13 Premier League titles and two Champions League trophies, securing his place among football’s most iconic managers.