Top 5 superstars that Barcelona And Real Madrid raided from the Premier League

#3 David Beckham

85 goals and 152 assists in 394 appearances show just how important David Beckham was to Manchester United in his 10-year career with the club.

A very good winger and a creative player, he is one of the best players to ever wear the English National team jersey. He is also widely known for his strength at set pieces. He won the Champions League, the Premier League, as well as other trophies with the English club in his wonderful Manchester United career.

At the time, Beckham became a player with the highest profile in England, and unfortunately for the Red Devils' devout fans, Real Madrid came to raid the English Premier League again for their most valued asset.

They signed the midfielder for €35 million in 2003, and ended all hopes of Beckham staying in England.

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Jidonu’s tryst with football started after watching the 2002 FIFA World Cup final between Brazil and Germany, being mesmerized by Ronaldo and Ronaldinho. Barcelona philosophy and approach towards the game under Pep Guardiola further fueled the burgeoning love for the sport, and he has been a Culer ever since.

Unsurprisingly, Lionel Messi is his favorite player and is the one true GOAT for him over Cristiano Ronaldo. The 2022 FIFA World Cup final, where Messi's brace led to La Albiceleste lifting the cup left a lasting impact on him. His love for Messi also sees him follow Major League Soccer apart from Europe’s top five leagues.

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