FIRENZE, ITALY - MAY 31: Paolo Maldini of Milan (R) acknowledges fans prior to the Serie A match between Fiorentina and Milan at the Stadio Franchi on May 31, 2009 in Firenze, Italy. He retires after serving 24 years with the club. Getty Images logo Getty Images 5 months ago

FIRENZE, ITALY - MAY 31: Paolo Maldini of Milan (R) acknowledges fans prior to the Serie A match between Fiorentina and Milan at the Stadio Franchi on May 31, 2009 in Firenze, Italy. He retires after serving 24 years with the club.

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