Manchester united alex ferguson biography book

Sir Alex Ferguson signed 105 players during his 27 years at Manchester United.

The Glaswegian had a strong eye for talent, having recruited the likes of Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand, Cristiano Ronaldo and Nemanja Vidic before they fulfilled their immense potential, while unsung heroes such as Park Ji-sung helped create a winning side.

Sir Alex Ferguson spent roughly £669m on these 105 players – less than Manchester United have splashed out since the Scot retired in 2013 – which helped the Red Devils secure 13 Premier League titles, two UEFA Champions Leagues, five FA Cups and many other trophies.

Alan Tonge was the 83-year-old’s first signing at Old Trafford, but who was the last?

Let’s take a look.

Wilfried Zaha was Sir Alex Ferguson’s final signing at Manchester United

Wilfried Zaha was actually the last player to move to Old Trafford under Ferguson, who once subbed himself on for Manchest Alex Ferguson: My Autobiography by Alex Ferguson - Goodreads, carousel MUZU