3) Steven Gerrard
The first hint that a young Steven Gerrard was destined for great things arguably came when he scored a wonderful long-range bullet against Manchester United in 2001. His growing reputation in the game saw Sir Alex make an attempt to sign him during the 2002/03 season (via Daily Express), but he had to watch as the former England international remained one of the best midfielders in the world for the next decade, while remaining a Red.
