Sean Connery death: Late actor was offered £25-a-week deal at MUFC by Sir Matt Busby in 53

Legendary Scottish actor Sean Connery passed away in his sleep on October 31, 2020, at of 90. Connery was first to portray character of James Bond on screen and had a variety of critically acclaimed roles on his CV, such as Indiana Jones and Last Crusade, Highlander, Family Business, Marnie, Man Who Would Be King, Untouchables, Rock and many more. While late actor was an imposing presence on screen, same could be said for him on football field, which caught eye of legendary Manchester United boss, Sir Matt Busby, once. 

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Sean Connery Man United? Late actor rejected an offer to play for EPL giants to pursue acting 

According to British media reports, long-serving Manchester United manr, Sir Matt Busby once wanted to sign Sean Connery having watched him play in a local match in 1953. James Bond star, who was 23 n, had an imposing display and was playing alongside some of his fellow cast members from his upcoming musical. Busby, who was scouting game, was impressed by Connery's skills and eyed him as a .7 way before he portrayed iconic 007 on silver screen. 

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legendary Red Devils boss offered him a £25-a-week to ply his trade at Old Trafford. A 6ft 2in right-winger n, Connery was flattered by offer but put his head before his heart. future Academy Award recipient felt he was too old at 23 to take up a playing career as most players could be 'over hill' by 30. Connery admits that it was one of his more intelligent choices, and few could argue against it. While Busby missed out on a certain talent, he enjoyed a largely successful career at helm at Old Trafford, winning In a total of 13 trophies in his 25 years with club. 

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Sean Connery James Bond: Sean Connery movies

Sean Connery began his career in smaller atre and television productions until his breakout role as James Bond in 1962. Scottish actor portrayed role in seven movies, all of which were commercially successful. Along with his success as Bond, Connery also starred in Alfred Hitchcock's Marnie (1964), Sidney Lumet's  Hill (1965), Murder on Orient Express (1974), Man Who Would Be King (1975), A Bridge Too Far (1977), Highlander (1986),  Name of Rose Rose (1986),  Untouchables (1987), Indiana Jones and Last Crusade (1989),  Hunt for Red October (1990), Dragonheart (1996),  Rock (1996), and Finding Forrester (2000). James Bond star retired in 2006 but returned briefly for voice over roles in 2012. 

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