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Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Whatsapp Samuel Eto’o in Real Madrid The Cameroonian who played five times for Real Madrid’s first team joined Mallorca in 2000, and after four impressive seasons, FC Barcelona came knocking. The rest they say is history. 2. Pierre Emerick Aubameyang (AC Milan) Aubameyang was a young player for Milan back in 2007 but he could not get a look in ahead of the likes of Fillipo Inzaghi. Was loaned to a couple of clubs before joining St. Etiene. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Whatsapp Aubameyang celebrates a goal with Kaka during a friendly match for AC Milan 3. Yaya Toure (Arsenal) Yaya even played in a friendly for the Gunners as a 20-year-old in 2003 but failed to impress, Arsene Wenger calling his performance ‘completely average’. His brother Kolo signed for the Gunners but he moved to Metalurh Donetsk in Ukraine. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Whatsapp Yaya Toure in action for Arsenal as a youngster 4. Mario Balotelli (Barcelona) When he was just a lowly 16-year-old playing in Serie C for Lumezzane, he got a trial with Barca. Head of the youth team Jose Ramon Alexanko later said: “Mario played an exceptional game, he scored five goals. He was good enough and we could have signed him.” He was not signed bu the club because he had a poor attitude. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Whatsapp Balotelli now plays for Nice in France 5. Lionel Messi (Newwell’s Old Boys and River Plate) Both teams were unwilling to pay for his $1,000-a-month growth hormone treatment after he was diagnosed with a deficiency. Barcelona decided to do that and its safe to say it was the right choice. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Whatsapp Lionel Messi 6. Zinedane Zidane (Blackburn Rovers) Former Balckburn Rovers boss Kenny Dalglish was said to have asked chairman Jack Walker about making a move for Zizou back when he was still at Bordeaux, to which Walker (reportedly) replied: “Why do you want to sign Zidane when we have Tim Sherwood?” True to word, Sherwood was a wonderful player in his days but he was no Zizou. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Whatsapp Zidane and Luis Enrique in an El Clasico match during their playing days 7. Marcus Rashford (Manchester City) According to legend, Marcus Rashford could have joined Manchester City at the age of nine but was lured to join United by Rene Meulensteen. City did not do enough to keep him. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Whatsapp Marcus Rashford 8. Giorgio Chiellini (AS Roma) According to legend Chiellini was rejected as a youngster for AS Roma’s academy. Its safe to say that was a big mistake because he has gone on to formed a part of the best defensive line in the world at Juventus. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Whatsapp Giorgio Chiellini of Italy celebrates with Eder after opening the scoring against Spain in their EURO 2016 clash 9. Raul Gonzalez (Atletico Madrid) This Real Madrid legend signed with Atlético Madrid’s Infantil team and won a national title with the Cadete team. Following Atlético’s then-president Jesús Gil decision to close their youth academy as a cost-saving measure, Raúl moved on to Real Madrid’s Cadete team in La Fabrica. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Whatsapp Raul Gonzalez during his spell at Real Madrid 10. Javier Zanetti (Independiete)  Independiente told the Inter Milan and Argentina legend that he didn’t have the physique to make it in football. WHAT? He played till he was 4o please. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Whatsapp Zanetti during the derby between AC Siena and FC Internazionale Milano in 2011. Which player do you wish was signed on by the club that rejected their services? Want to read news with extra convenience? Install our app from HERE Read More Sponsored Links You May Like Barack’s Worst Nightmare! Malia Obama Caught PARTYING In Amsterdam Radar Online The X-Men Quiz by YARN Getyarn.io Michael's Doc Makes Shocking Claims: Janet Jackson Had Secret Love Child As A Teen! Radar Online While Malia Obama Parties, Sister Sasha Slaves Away At Summer Job Radar Online Olympic Drama: Simone Biles’ Biological Mom Speaks Out Radar Online Mother Of Jay Z's Alleged Love Child Begs On Deathbed: Acknowledge Our Son! Radar Online The Truth Comes Out! Brad's BFF George Finally Reveals What He Thinks About Angie Radar Online Malia Obama's Party Pal Ordered Back To Court For Probation Violation! Radar Online   by Taboola  Related Stories Say what? 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