Sir Alex Ferguson’s 10 most expensive Man Utd signings, and whether they made the qualification



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Sir Alex Ferguson enjoyed years of success at Manchester United.

In his nearly 30-year stint at Old Trafford, the Scotsman won 13 top-tier titles, two Champions League trophies, five FA Cups and four League Cups.

As a result, he is widely regarded as one of the greatest managers in the world, but Ferguson had to spend some money at times to accomplish everything he did at United.

Here we take a look at the ten most expensive players signed by Ferguson and determine if they were successful or not.

From Ruud van Nistlerooy to Robin van Persie, there are some big names on this list.

Sir Alex Ferguson enjoyed years of success at Manchester United

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10. Antonio Valencia

Cost: £ 16 million

The Ecuadorian caught Ferguson’s attention while in Wigan, and completed a money move to United in 2009.

He was never a glamor signing like some of the names on this list, but during his decade at Old Trafford he proved to be one of the club’s most consistent artists starting as a right back before returning to defense.

Success.

9. Owen Hargreaves

Cost: £ 17 million

Manchester United signed the midfielder in the same year Valencia landed, spending almost the same amount on the two players.

Ferguson had high hopes for Hargreaves, but injuries ruined his time at Old Trafford, and the Canadian was released in 2011.

Failure.

Owen Hargreaves’ career at United was hurt by injury

8. Michael Carrick

Cost: £ 18.6million

Signed in 2006, Carrick was hired to do a ‘job’ in the middle of the park for United.

He did exactly that and ran under the radar early in his career at Old Trafford due to the superstars he shared a pitch with.

In later years, after the reign of Ferguson and Manchester United experiencing a fall from grace, Carrick’s courage became increasingly apparent.

Success.

7. David De Gea

Cost: £ 18.9million

Spanish barley fit into his Manchester United jersey when he first signed with Atlético Madrid, as Jamie Carragher pointed out in 2011.

De Gea was hired to replace Edwin van der Sar and initially looked like he was going to be a failure, but he changed this round in the following years, becoming the best goalkeeper in the world at his peak.

Success.

David De Gea cost Manchester United £ 18.9 million

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6. Ruud van Nistelrooy

Cost: £ 19 million

United signed the Dutchman from PSV in 2001, and it is safe to say that the striker made an immediate impression on Old Trafford.

In five seasons, Van Nistelrooy scored a staggering 150 times for the Red Devils, winning the Premier League, FA Cup, and League Cup.

Success.

5. Robin van Persie

Cost: £ 24 million

The Dutchman didn’t have a long career at United, but it was a great buy in the summer before the 2013 season.

The campaign would be Ferguson’s last, and Van Persie’s signature of Arsenal not only upset United’s title rivals, but also made sure they won the trophy.

Success.

Robin van Persie helped Manchester United win the league in 2013

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4. Wayne Rooney

Cost: £ 27 million

He was the teenager everyone wanted to break up when he burst onto the scene in Everton, but it was Ferguson who won the race for his signature.

Thirteen years later, Rooney returned to his childhood club as England and United’s top scorer.

Success.

3. Juan Sebastián Verón

Cost: £ 28 million

Ferguson paid just under £ 30 million to sign Veron in 2001, making him the most expensive player in England at the time. But things did not work for the Argentine at Old Trafford.

He was not given the same time and space to act as he had in Italy, and it was not long before criticism mounted.

Ferguson was not happy with the question marks hanging over Veron, telling the media: “On the way. I am not talking to you. He is a great player. You are fucking idiots.”

Failure.

Things didn’t work out for Juan Sebastian Veron at United

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2. Rio Ferdinand

Cost: £ 30 million

Ferdinand was signed in 2002, becoming the most expensive defender on the planet and the most expensive British footballer in history at the time.

But it was money well spent.

In the following years, the central defender redefined his position, causing a move away from flat-foot defenders who were only good in the air and towards ball players.

Ferdinand also formed one of the best defensive soccer associations alongside Nemanja Vidic, with whom he won the Champions League in 2008.

Success.

1. Dimitar Berbatov

Cost: £ 31 million

And finally, Ferguson’s most expensive acquisition was Berbatov.

The Bulgarian signed with Tottenham in 2008 and spent four seasons with United before signing with Fulham.

Known for his laid-back approach to the game, Berbatov had his critics, but the striker’s technical ability made him one of the best in the world in his day.

Success.



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