Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson wanted to sign one legendary ex-Premier League player and made direct contact with him in an effort to bring him to Old Trafford. Sir Alex Ferguson bowed out of Old Trafford in 2013 after the iconic former Manchester United manager lifted his 13th Premier League title at the club. The 82-year-old legendary Scotsman oversaw incredible success at United, including capturing an iconic continental treble win in the 1998-99 Premier League season. Ferguson carved out a long-lasting legacy at the club and United have struggled to return to the top of English…