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Sometimes the best transfers aren't always the most expensive
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This is the story of Cesar Azpilicueta, the £7 million steal. In 2012, Chelsea signed Azpilicueta from Marseille for just £7 million
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No huge hype, no massive headlines, just another 23-year-old full-back who could play on either side
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Fans nicknamed him Dave because they didn't know how to pronounce his name when he first arrived
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And over the next 11 years, he became one of the most reliable defenders in the Premier League
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Seven major trophies, including two Premier League titles, the Champions League and the Europa League
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He's played over 500 games for Chelsea and covering every defensive role without a single complaint
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And for £7 million, Chelsea got a decade of world-class leadership. And that's less than some clubs pay for a backup goalkeeper
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When you think of bargain buys in football, this could be the one that's right at the very top
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And Cesar Azpilicueta, the proof you don't need to spend £100 million just to sign a club legend