The Swede made 38 appearances in his first season at the club – just three less than Giggs – proving himself as an important contributor, especially away in Europe, when he was often preferred for his tactical nous and defensive discipline.
Blomqvist famously started the legendary Champions League final against Bayern Munich in Barcelona, taking up a position on the left wing, with Ryan Giggs on the right and David Beckham and Nicky Butt patrolling central midfield.
Sadly, due to subsequent injury problems, that epic encounter would prove to be our then no.15’s final game for the club.