In an interview on Britain's Radio One with DJ Spoony, Ferguson was asked if Mourinho or Queiroz – who has coached Real Madrid, Man U and Portugal – would make ideal candidates due to their stock in the game.
Sir Alex Ferguson replied: “That’s right. These are good managers with proven track records."
“We need to go down that road at United. We need to have someone with experience,” he added.
The 70-year old Manchester United manager, who has been at his post for 25 years, tipped Mourinho as the prime contender to succeed him and tame the “ beast” of Old Trafford’s club.