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Angel Di Maria (Real Madrid & Argentina)

Angel Di Maria (Real Madrid & Argentina)

Angel Di Maria was Real Madrid's most expensive signing in 2010

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The young Argentine’s form for Benfica in the 2009-10 season persuaded Real Madrid to part with $30 million for his services. Di Maria boasts lightening pace, quick feet and the sort of trickery that leaves defenders’ heads spinning. A world under-20 championship winner and an Olympic gold medallist with Argentina. Jose Mourinho’s first mega-money signing at Real Madrid.

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