Schmeichel: Ferguson visit left me dumbstruck
The legendary Danish no.1 was playing for Brondby at the time, and had already missed out on one opportunity to join United due to the two clubs’ inability to agree a transfer fee.
Schmeichel was hugely frustrated at being denied the chance of a move to England but, after redoubling his efforts in Denmark, he was rewarded later in the season with an impromptu visit from the United boss.
