Top 5 players who have worn the number 7 jersey at Man Utd

Mason Mount has signed for Manchester United and the English footballer will be wearing the iconic number 7 jersey. The number 7 jersey is special at Manchester United because of some of the players that have worn the jersey over the years. Whenever someone mentions the number 7 jersey of Manchester United the first few names that comes to everyone’s mind is Cristiano Ronaldo, David Beckham, Eric Cantona and more. These three names are enough to justify the legacy the number holds. Here are the top 5 players who have worn the number 7 jersey at Manchester United.

Bryan Robson

Bryan Robson, who was once chosen as the finest Manchester United player in 2011, is unquestionably a club legend. Robson paid £1.5 million to join the team in 1981, a then-record transfer fee. In his inaugural game for the Red Devils against Manchester City, he wore the number 7 jersey. The 1983 FA Cup semifinal matchup versus Arsenal was Bryan Robson’s most memorable performance.

He scored in a 2-1 victory over Arsenal after overcoming an injury. The Englishman continued to score, tying the score with a brace against Brighton in the FA Cup final. Robson was then Manchester United’s second English captain to win the championship.

He had almost 500 appearances and 100 goals after 13 years with the team. one of the best athletes and unquestionably a legendary number 7.

George Best

One of the most fan-favourite players of the 1960s and 1970s was George Best. In 361 league games for the Red Devils, the left winger led his team with 137 goals. He contributed to United’s first-ever European Cup victory. They made history by winning the European Cup as the first English club.

His greatest accomplishments included winning the Ballon d’Or in addition to the European Cup and wearing the number 7 jersey. The Northern Ireland player won the 1968 Ballon d’Or for his accomplishments at the early age of 22.

His status at the club can be summed up by a simple line from Sir Matt Busby who served as a manager when Best was at the Red Devils. Matt Busby once said, ‘It was a very simple team talk. All I used to say was: “Whenever possible, give the ball to George Best.”’

Eric Cantona

In the last eight years of his professional career, Cantona has won the League Championship seven times. While playing for Leeds United, a fierce rival of Manchester United, the Frenchman initially came to England. Despite the animosity of Leeds United supporters, Cantona gave his all to his new team.

Cantona was known as “King Cantona” by Res Devils supporters due to his ability to determine games. The attacker had 185 appearances and accumulated 82 goals and 62 assists, which is absolutely incredible.

David Beckham

David Beckham was an outstanding midfielder who made passes appear to be very easy. The Englishman was very skilled at converting free kicks. Overall, he was an exceptional midfielder thanks to his passing range and vision. He made 388 games as a midfielder and scored 85 goals and an amazing 105 assists.

The Englishman first wore the number 10 shirt, but later changed to the number 7 shirt that had been used by Cantona and Best. He had issues with Sir Alex Ferguson, but he was still an important player for his team.

Cristiano Ronaldo

There is only one person who comes to mind when someone mentions the football jersey with the number 7. The legendary Cristiano Ronaldo has solidified his reputation as the greatest number 7 in football history, both for Manchester United and Real Madrid. A legend has grown out of what was once simply a promising young potential. The teenage Portuguese player from Sporting Portugal was promptly signed by Sir Alex Ferguson, who treated him like his own son.

Cristiano Ronaldo wore the number 7 jersey and initially had some difficulty. Ronaldo’s most famous season was the 2007–08 campaign, during which he made 40 appearances for the club in all competitions and scored 42 goals. Along with helping his team win the Premier League and the Champions League, he also received the Ballon d’Or award.

In 2021 he came back for another spell at the club where it all started but unfortunately, it was not meant to be a perfect ending as he only managed to score 27 goals in 54 appearances. His time at Manchester United will always be remembered because of what he achieved during that time.