A 24-year-old at the time, Vidic arrived from Russian side Spartak Moscow, and would go on to spend eight-and-a-half seasons in Manchester, becoming club captain and one of the all-time great United defenders, during a trophy-ladened spell in M16.
As a Red, ‘Nema’ of course formed what has become known as an iconic defensive partnership with Ferdinand, and recently reunited with his good friend to look back on the glory days.
Speaking on Rio’s Vibe With Five podcast, the Serbian shares an insight into some key moments in his Old Trafford career, including his trip to the north of England to sign for the club.