Roy Keane was the subject of transfer interest from Manchester United and Blackburn in 1993, and despite agreeing to join Kenny Dalglish's side, he opted to make a dramatic U-Turn instead Sir Alex Ferguson hijacked Blackburn's move for Roy Keane has recalled the moment when left "fuming" after the Irishman rejected to join in the summer of 1993. The then-Nottingham Forest midfielder was one of the most sought-after players in the top flight, having impressed for the Reds in the first-ever season. Although Forest were relegated to the second tier in the 1992/93 season, Keane was their standout player and attracted interest from the likes of Blackburn and United.
But a late call from Sir Alex Ferguson saw him join the champions instead following positive talks with the Scotsman and Forest boss Frank Clark.
Roy Keane signed for Man United from Forest in 1993 after U-turning on his decision to join Blackburn (