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Clarence Seedorf reveals near moves to Manchester United twice

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Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Clarence Seedorf reveals near moves to Manchester United twice

Summary

Clarence Seedorf confirmed that he nearly joined Manchester United on two occasions during his career. In a discussion with Rio Ferdinand, Seedorf explained how he initially caught Sir Alex Ferguson’s attention early in his career. Seedorf eventually opted for stints in Spain and Italy, later acknowledging that he chose Inter Milan over United due to Ronaldo's presence. The midfielder remained a key figure at AC Milan for a decade and expressed admiration for iconic Premier League clubs.

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•Seedorf was nearly signed by Manchester United twice.
•He cited Ronaldo as a factor for choosing Inter Milan.
•He spent ten successful years at AC Milan.
•Seedorf is the only player to win the Champions League with three clubs.
•His comments were made during a conversation with Rio Ferdinand.

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AC Milan legend Clarence Seedorf has confirmed that he could have joined Manchester United on two occasions in his career. The Dutch midfielder is a legendary name in football history and remains the ...
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