A selection of the legendary former Manchester United manager's best moments as he celebrates his 75th birthday

Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson celebrates his 75th birthday on New Year's Eve so it's only apt that we look back at his best pictures. 

The Scotsman guided United to an impressive 28 major trophies - including 13 Premier League titles and the Champions League on two occasions - during his hugely successful 27-year spell at Old Trafford. 

Here are some of his best moments as Red Devils manager...

 

 

Ferguson (pictured with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer) managed to guide Manchester United to the treble (Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League) in 1999 

 

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Ronaldo and Ferguson celebrate after United defeated English rivals Chelsea on penalties in the Champions League final

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United pulled off a tremendous signing in his last season by signing Arsenal's Robin van Persie for £24m

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Ferguson pulled off a masterstroke by signing Eric Cantona from fierce rivals Leeds United for £1.2m in 1992

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Cantona played a key role in helping Ferguson's Manchester United win the inaugural Premier League in the 1992-93 season

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Ferguson lifts the Premier League title for the last time as Manchester United boss in May 2013

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He salutes travelling Manchester United supporters in his last game as manager - a 5-5 draw with West Brom