'Manchester United came in for me when I was 20, but I opted for Crystal Palace. They got into financial difficulty but no regrets': Ex-Premier League striker reveals decision to turn down Sir Alex Ferguson as a teenager

A former Premier League striker revealed that he turned down a transfer opportunity from Manchester United when he was 20 years old to instead sign for Crystal Palace. Although the move to Palace resulted in financial difficulties for the club later on, the player expressed no regrets about his decision. This story offers a historical look into a significant career choice involving a major club early in the player's professional journey.