2. Eric Cantona – 5 Greatest Manchester United Captains
Eric Cantona captained Manchester United only for a solitary year – in his last season as a professional footballer. However, the effect of his leadership was downright meteoric. He is one of those players who did not need an arm-band to prove his leadership abilities.
Cantona was an immense fan favourite at Old Trafford, thanks to his eagle-eyed goalscoring skills. Signed from rivals Leeds United for £1.2m, he is also regarded as one of the greatest steals in United’s history.
The Frenchman was appointed as the captain for 1996/97 season after the departure of Steve Bruce. Although he won the league title that season, Cantona announces shock retirement from the game. He scored 82 goals in 185 games for the Red Devils, becoming one of the most loved figures at Old Trafford.
