Alexis Sanchez and Paul Pogba - Manchester United's 10 worst transfers post-Sir Alex Ferguson

Can you believe it has been more than 10 years since Sir Alex Ferguson announced his retirement following another Premier League triumph?

Well, for Manchester United fans, it has probably felt longer. A decade has passed since English football’s greatest-ever dynasty came to an end. Since then, United have relinquished their status as European powerhouses and have faced an uphill battle to regain that tag.

Fumble after fumble in the transfer market has been largely to blame for the Reds’ woes. The club have spent a staggering amount on players since Sir Alex retired but it's been haphazard.

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With the summer window now shut, Manchester Evening News has ranked the 10 worst signings of the post-Ferguson era.

10. Harry Maguire - £80million

United have not had their money’s worth. Eyebrows were raised when Old Trafford chiefs broke the bank to sign the defender from Leicester City. After a promising start, Maguire’s form soon took a tumble. The 30-year-old has unfairly become somewhat of an internet meme in the ensuing years and is way down the pecking order under Erik ten Hag.

9. Fred - £52million

Shakhtar Donetsk somehow managed to squeeze £52million out of United for Fred. The Brazil international did enjoy a few decent outings for the club but value for money he certainly wasn't.

8. Radamel Falcao - loan

The only loan signing on the list. United thought they had signed one of the world’s best but the move never worked out. In total, the deal cost the club around £9million in loan fees and wages.

7. Memphis Depay - £25million

Depay has been a revelation at every club he has represented - except United. Louis van Gaal had