All Manchester UTD fans will have a strong opinion on who is the best Manchester UTD player ever. Conclusions will probably be determined by age and the quality and quantity of the players seen at Old Trafford over the years. What makes a great Man UTD player? They would have to be able to play an all round game, be loyal and enthusiastic members of the team, have the ability to turn a game around with a goal, a save or a little bit of magic and show consistent quality season after season. Here are some suggestions of players who fit the description for Manchester United.
1. Bobby Chartlon
An original Busby babe. A survivor of the Munich air disaster, UTD captain and 1966 World Cup hero. Booby Chartlon remains the club’s highest scoring player, notching up 249 goals in 758 appearances.
2. George Best
The Northern Ireland scout who spotted the young Best wrote a telegram to Sir Matt Busby, ” I think I’ve found a genius”. he wrote. Best scored 179 goals in 470 games and played a pivotal role in the 1968 European Cup Final. Best was the first real ‘celebrity’ footballer.
3. Eric Cantona
Cantona became a midfield powerhouse and captain of UTD under Sir Alex Ferguson’s dream team. A great organiser and incredible talent, Cantona scored important goals in big games and was adored by the fans.
4. Ryan Giggs
Giggs still plays for UTD in 2010 and has surpassed Bobby Charton’s appearance record. Gigg’s speed and agility has benefited the team since 1991. In 2009 he won the PFS ‘Player Of The Year’ and continues to turn matches for UTD. And, at the rate Wayne Rooney’s going, he’ll make the shortlist soon.