Thrown in with Giggs and Beckham: how Manchester United tried to get Billy Kenny
Former Everton midfielder Billy Kenny recounts his experience of a trial at Manchester United in 1988, where he was welcomed by legendary manager Alex Ferguson and the first-team squad. The extract highlights the personal touch and culture of the club during that era.
Why it matters
This provides historical insight into the development of football culture and the management style of one of the sport's most iconic figures.
Billy Kenny in action for Everton against Southampton in December 1992. He had a trial with Manchester United in 1988. Photograph: John Davidson/Mirrorpix Billy Kenny in action for Everton against Southampton in December 1992. He had a trial with Manchester United in 1988. Photograph: John Davidson/Mirrorpix Soccer Thrown in with Giggs and Beckham: how Manchester United tried to get Billy Kenny Former Everton midfielder, known as the ‘Goodison Gazza’, recalls being made to feel special by Alex Ferguson in this autobiography extract
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