Clarence Seedorf

Footballer and manager, 4-time Champions League winner

Clarence Seedorf - Footballer and manager, 4-time Champions League winner
Born

April 1st, 1976
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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Born in 1976, this individual is a retired footballer and manager. A midfielder, started professional career at Ajax, winning two Eredivisie titles. Transferred to Real Madrid, contributing to the team's 1998 UEFA Champions League victory. Moved to Inter Milan, winning the Serie A title twice and the Champions League in 2010. Finished career at AC Milan, securing two more Champions League titles. Transitioned to management following retirement, coaching clubs in Brazil and the Netherlands. The individual holds the record as the only player to win the UEFA Champions League with three different clubs.

Winning the UEFA Champions League four times

Playing for Ajax, Real Madrid, Inter Milan, AC Milan

Coaching various clubs in Brazil and the Netherlands

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