Ryan Giggs has won plenty of titles with Manchester United during his illustrious career, but the agonizing loss to Manchester City, on goal difference, on the final day of last season, sticks out quite prominently.
Giggs and United are determined to right that wrong this year, and with the signings of Robin Van Persie and Shinji Kagawa - who have both settled in beautifully at their new club - the Welshman hopes there will be another English Premier League title coming to Old Trafford.
"You hope the big players that you sign fit in straight away," Giggs told Key 103.
"Sometimes it doesn't happen. With Shinji and Robin, it has happened straight away, which is great.
"It gives everyone a lift in the squad. Training is a lot sharper and we are all fighting for places, which is what you want.
"It just ups the performance level."
Van Persie and Kagawa are, however, doubtful for United's Premier League clash against Wigan on Saturday, with Giggs set to make a staggering 600th appearance for United in the Premier League, if he plays a part against the Latics.
Giggs said United are more motivated than ever to fight for the title this year, but knows it won't come easily, with City, Chelsea and Arsenal expected to be right up there. "The lads can't wait to produce some of the football that we did last year," the 38-year-old said.
"What happened last season was tough for everyone but you just have to come back in the right manner, which is what we hope to do.
"It is going to be tough because there are a lot of quality teams out there but you are always determined. We want to get it back."
Patrice Evra is also doubtful for Saturday's game, with new signing Alexander Buttner expected to fill-in at left-back if the French international is ruled out.
