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Charlie Nicholas

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Charlie Nicholas explains why Sir Alex Ferguson chose United over Arsenal in 1986

Sir Alex Ferguson’s decision to take charge of Manchester United in 1986 would go on to transform the club’s fortunes. The fiery Scot arrived at a club in turmoil and eventually transformed them i...

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