Ranking Manchester United's 5 most creative players in Premier League history

Manchester United v Arsenal - FA Cup Quarter Final
Manchester United v Arsenal - FA Cup Quarter Final

#3 David Beckham - 80 assists

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Manchester United '99 Legends v FC Bayern Legends

David Beckham is surely one of Manchester United's most iconic players. He came through as a 17-year-old under Sir Alex Ferguson's stewardship in 1992. He has since gone on to lift multiple elite trophies at United and other European outfits such as Real Madrid and PSG.

Gifted with an extraordinary vision for goals, Beckham was a player known for his immaculate free-kicks and the most graceful of long-passes.

David Beckham has made over 265 appearances for United in the Premier League. During his time there, he also delivered an eye-catching 80 assists and scored 62 goals for his team.


#2 Wayne Rooney - 108 assists

Manchester United v Arsenal - FA Cup Quarter Final
Manchester United v Arsenal - FA Cup Quarter Final

Wayne Rooney was signed from Everton as a 20-year-old in 2004 in a £20 million deal. He went on to become Manchester United's all-time greatest goalscorer over the years.

Rooney was one of the most trusted players in Sir Alex's plans for the United attack. He has donned many roles over the years. However, he will surely stand out as one of the most lethal strikers of the Premier League era.

He is also a seasoned champion at United having lifted the league title five times. During his time with the Red Devils, Rooney made 393 appearances in the Premier League. He has an insane goal tally of 183 goals and delivered 108 assists along the way.


#1 Ryan Giggs - 162 assists

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Blackburn Rovers v Manchester United - Premier League

Ryan Giggs is a player who holds the all-time record for most appearances in a Manchester United shirt with over 963 to his name. He holds legendary status at the club and is one of its most successful players. With over 13 Premier League trophies to his name, he was a serial winner at United.

Ryan Giggs is also one of the Premier League's most creative forwards of all time with 162 assists to his name. This is the highest number of assists in the Premier League of all time.

During his time at Manchester United, he has made 632 appearances in the Premier League in 22 seasons. He is surely the Premier League's and Manchester United's greatest creative force.


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