Alex Ferguson's greatest Manchester United XI

FLYING DUTCHMAN ... Edwin van der Sar

SUB GOALKEEPER: Edwin van der Sar (2005-2011)

THE biggest compliment you can pay Van der Sar is that he makes you think twice about Peter Schmeichel's inclusion in Alex Ferguson greatest XI.

The flying Dutchman was surprisingly overlooked by Fergie after Schmeichel's retirement but the Scot eventually got it right, picking Van der Sar up from Fulham in 2005.

His calmness and vast experience played a vital role in the Champions League success of 2008, not to mention his penalty save from Nicolas Anelka's decisive spot-kick in the final against Chelsea.

Signed from: Fulham for £2m

Appearances: 266 Goals: 0

Trophies: Four Premier League titles, League Cup, Champions League, FIFA Club World Cup

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