Manchester United were tipped to finish fourth at the start of last season and were desperately searching for a central midfielder. The reds were keen on signing Michael Ballack, but the German skipper turned United down for a big money move to Chelsea, earning £130,000 a week.

Manchester United settled for Tottenham's Michael Carrick, but went on to win the Premiership regardless.

Meanwhile, Ballack had a rather ineffective season with Chelsea, making little impression on the London club.

Wantaway Chelsea striker, Didier Drogba, has today claimed that Ballack made the wrong decission when he signed for Chelsea.

"It is hard for Ballack - Chelsea is special," he said.

"I'm convinced he would have had an easier time at Manchester United or Arsenal.

"They benefit from a well-balanced team - he would have been a better fit there.

"Here, we depend on our individuals so maybe Chelsea is not the right club for Ballack."

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