The word ‘legend’ is not used lightly on the terraces of Old Trafford, but few words can describe Paul Scholes better.

21 years ago today, Scholes embarked on his long career. A career which spanned 19 seasons in the Premier League. A career which amassed 11 Premier League titles, three FA Cups and a Champions League. A career which helped define a generation.

In the somewhat less glamorous fixture of Port Vale away in the League Cup, Paul Scholes was handed his first start in a United shirt. The midfielder stated as he meant to go on, two first half goals on his debut sealed a 2-1 win for United, on a day which would mark the beginning of a new era.

To celebrate the great man’s illustrious career, we have compiled 21 quotes from some of the most respected members of the game.