Connery had impressed scouts in his native Scotland, earning him a trial with East Fife, before a practice match involving actors led Busby to make his inviting offer

Sir Sean Connery once rejected an offer to sign for Man Utd from the legendary Sir Matt Busby, who had tabled a £25-per-week contract offer.

The James Bond star sadly passed away aged 90 on Saturday following an illness, but leaves behind a lasting legacy through his work on the silver screen.

But things could have been a lot different for the late actor, who admitted it was only due to his age that he snubbed United’s approach.

“I really wanted to accept because I loved football,” Connery said.

“But I realised that a top-class footballer could be over the hill by the age of 30, and I was already 23.