Ryan Giggs admits David Beckham’s 2003 switch to Real Madrid contributed significantly to him remaining a one-club man, with Inter readying an approach for the Manchester United legend before another winger headed for the exits.
Two iconic figures at Old Trafford found themselves generating transfer talk while at the peak of their powers.
Both were proven winners and key parts of Sir Alex Ferguson’s plans, but a door was to be opened for one to take on a new challenge.
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Giggs was aware of the speculation suggesting that he was a target for Serie A giants Inter, but never got as far as discussing a transfer to Italy.