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What he did at 13 made Monaco sign him on the spot

Talent, luck, focus and hard-work all ingredients for a life in football. Many look at the money, cars and big houses but ignore journey. Former Monaco & Liverpool player Salif Diao made a commitment at 13 that highlights a modern-day problem in youngsters.

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