Four footballing greats who disappeared into the managerial wilderness: Including England’s Italia 90 hero, and Dutch wizard

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Edgar Davids (Barnet)

The former Netherlands international somehow ended his playing career, and started his managerial career with Barnet. However, the midfield great failed to spark the imagination with the London club, getting relegated out of the Football League in his first season. His second season was perhaps even more bizarre, as he decided he would wear the number one shirt, and refused to attend away fixtures where he would have to stay overnight. On the pitch, Davids was sent off three times in eight games. Unsurprisingly, Davids left the club soon after the third red.

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