Gary Neville becomes only the second of the United’s “Class of 92″ to hang up his boots. The famed “class of 92″ which won the Youth FA Cup in 1992 included the likes of David Beckham, Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Keith Gillespie, Robbie Savage and Paul Scholes.

But like Nicky Butt last season, Gary Neville is well aware of his abilities at age 36 and has decided to step back.

“I have been a Manchester United fan all my life and fulfilled every dream I’ve ever had,” Neville told United’s website.

“Obviously I am disappointed that my playing days are at an end, however it comes to us all, and it’s knowing when that time is and for me that time is now.

“I have played in the most incredible football teams, playing with some of the best players in the world as well as against them and I have been lucky to have been part of the team’s achievements and the club’s great success.

“There are so many people I want to thank and, of course, top of that list is Sir Alex (Ferguson, pictured left). He has given me so many opportunities and countless support over the last 20 years – he is truly one of the greatest managers – and I have to thank him for that.”

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