The system breeds distinctive characters. Thuram toyed with the priesthood and has a Marxist's distaste for the marriage between clubs and commercialism. Just look at how many nationalities there are at Real Madrid. Frank Leboeuf yesterday voiced the common belief that English football must encourage leading players to follow the solitary example of Steve McManaman and complete their education on the continent. But let's be honest.
Minds are closed, talents are limited.
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