Ranking the top 10 world-class foreigners to play for Manchester United

#7 Patrice Evra

Patrice Evra was the best left-back in the world in his prime

Honours at the club: 5 x Premier League, 3 x EFL Cup, 5 x Community Shield, 1 x UEFA Champions League, 1 x FIFA Club World Cup

There's an endless list of bargain signings that Sir Alex Ferguson has made at Manchester United and Patrice Evra is amongst the very best on that list.

The diminutive Frenchman joined United from AS Monaco in 2006 for £7.20 million. Operating as a left-back, he formed one of the best defences the Premier League has ever witnessed, alongside Gary Neville, Rio Ferdinand and Nemanja Vidic.

Regarded as the best left-back in the world during his prime years, Patrice Evra was a strong and athletic defender blessed with a fine pace. His speed was often a major asset to Manchester United during counter-attacks.

In spite of having a short stature, Evra was good in the air. He was also one of the most hard-working players on the pitch during games.

His tactical versatility also enabled him to be a center-back at times. He was also well-versed at crossing the ball - an ability he apparently mastered while playing as a winger in his earlier days as a youth prospect.

Patrice Evra made 379 appearances and scored 10 goals for Manchester United before departing for Juventus in 2014.