Here we salute the best 50
players ever to play for
Manchester United. Go on,
tell us who we’ve left outWords Rob ClarkA
ny list of Manchester United’s
greatest players of all time is
bound to be subjective. It’s
impossible to compare across
eras for one thing, and we all
have a tendency to favour
players who stand out in our
personal memories for
whatever reason. And of
course acclaiming individuals
in the ultimate team sport is
always going to be hostage to
the fortunes of the team at
the time. How do we weigh
achievements against performances during
a less successful period for the club? Should
longevity and being a one-club man be a
major factor? Do we look beyond
appearances and goal-scoring records to
consider a player’s impact at the club, no
matter how short-lived? Regardless of how
we judge the various parameters, fans
always have and always will attempt to
compile ‘greatest’ lists, and it gives us all a
chance to recall those staggering moments
of skill and perseverance that form our best
memories. So here we have a very personal
take on Manchester United’s best of the
best; I know many of you will disagree – and
so you should – but it’s based on my
supporting the club for over 40 years, and
writing about them for almost as long.Images
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