Sir Alex Ferguson didn't often get things wrong in the transfer market during his time at Manchester United, but his few failures are notable.
The legendary United boss openly admits his inability to sign Paul Gascoigne is one of his biggest regrets, while the likes of Alan Shearer, Ronaldinho and Manuel Neuer slipped through his fingertips as well.
Another player Sir Alex perhaps regrets not working with is former Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien, with the Scot taking the Ghanaian on trial twice before moving to Stamford Bridge later in his career.
The decision would come back to haunt United, with Essien enjoying a highly successful spell in London as United failed to adequately replace midfield general Roy Keane.
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