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MAN Utd legend Nicky Butt today admitted breaking a motorcyclist’s leg after smashing into him while driving in his Range Rover.

The Class of ’92 graduate was driving carelessly through Burnley, Lancashire, when he failed to spot the rider.

Nicky Butt has pleaded guilty to causing serious injury to a rider4

Nicky Butt has pleaded guilty to causing serious injury to a riderCredit: John Gladwin

Victim Andrew Fielden suffered a broken left leg, which needed metal rods inserted following an operation, and severe bruising.

Butt, 49, appeared at Blackburn Magistrates’ Court today where he admitted causing serious injury by careless driving.

The former England star was handed am intermim driving ban following the October 2022 crash.

He could face up to two years in jail or an unlimited fine when he is sentenced on a date to be set.

Butt was a instrumental part of Alex Ferguson’s youth team – rising through the ranks with David Beckham, Ryan Giggs and the Nevilles.

The midfielder began his professional career stepping in for Roy Keane as a sub before he landing a full-time spot when Paul Ince left in 1995.

Along with the rest of the Class of ’92, Butt helped Utd win countless trophies as the club became a dominant force.

This included the Champions League Final in 1999, where the Red Devils made history by winning the treble.

By the time he left in 2004, the footballer had helped Utd win six Premier League titles, three FA Cups and a Champions League trophy.

Butt later had spells at Newcastle and Birmingham City before moving into management in 2016 for Utd’s U23 team.

In 2014, he bought Salford City along with Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, and Gary and Phil Neville.

David Beckham, Gary Neville and Ryan Giggs celebrate at Wembley as Salford City break into Football League with National League playoff final over Fylde
Butt appeared at Blackburn Magistrates' Court today

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Butt appeared at Blackburn Magistrates’ Court todayCredit: John Gladwin
Butt was part of the Class of 92 squad

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Butt was part of the Class of 92 squad
He played 270 games for Utd during his 12 years on the senior team

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He played 270 games for Utd during his 12 years on the senior teamCredit: PA:Empics Sport

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