Every fan dreams of turning out for the club they support, with many never realising this magic moment. For a small group, this dream becomes a reality and gives birth to a special type of player. A player like Daniele De Rossi.
The 35-year-old has been told by Roma this week that they won't be renewing his contract, after 615 appearances for the Giallorossi. Only club legend Francesco Totti has more.
Admittedly, the Italian is at the wrong end of 35 and his legs are not what they used to be, but he could easily still do a job in the centre of Roma's midfield, such is his quality, and has the desire and drive to play for his team and will do whatever he can to help his club succeed.