Inter – Clarence Seedorf for Francesco Coco – AC Milan
The same two teams involved again, with Inter Milan once again getting a raw deal.
Coco spent most of his time sidelined with injury or out on loan, while Seedorf became a legend at Milan – following Pirlo across the San Siro divide.
Newcastle – Andy Cole for Kieth Gillespie – Manchester United
How this deal ever went through was a mystery, and nobody was surprised by the outcome. Cole formed a lethal partnership with Dwight Yorke at Old Trafford, and is to this day a Premier League legend.
Gillespie was a decent servant for Newcastle United, but never really set St James’ park alight with his performances.