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Black History Month: Clarence Seedorf, the jack of all trades

When you’re putting together a list of your dream starting XI, you better start out your midfield by considering “Il Professore” (The Professor). Clarence Seedorf was one of the best midfielders you will ever come across. Born in Suriname, he moved to the Netherlands when he was 2 and came up in the Ajax academy along with players like Patrick Kluivert and Edgar Davids. He made his professional debut with Ajax in 1992 and made an immediate impact on the team. He eventually helped his team win the UEFA Champions League in 1995.

Seedorf played with pace, strength, and grace.