'I never even considered a transfer' - Van der Vaart reveals Barcelona snub
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The former Netherlands international rejected the La Liga giants at the age of 16 and has urged other youngsters to make similar career choices
The former Netherlands international rejected the La Liga giants at the age of 16 and has urged other youngsters to make similar career choices