Man Utd legend Nicky Butt ADMITS breaking motorcyclist’s leg after smashing into him in Range Rover

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.

John GladwinNicky Butt has pleaded guilty to causing serious injury to a rider[/caption]

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 interim 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.

John GladwinButt appeared at Blackburn Magistrates’ Court today[/caption]

Butt was part of the Class of 92 squad

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