“All these players are robbed as a matter of course by this club. They are always outside what is normal in terms of etiquette. They go to the parents and give them money and important jobs. These are boys who come from poor families. The families base their choices on economic interests. It’s not moral. It is like a cattle market. The young players are treated like cattle.” Lazio president Claudio Lotito, chastising Manchester United for signing 17-year-old Italian striker Federico Macheda from the club where he spent his youth career. Lazio tried to keep the talent, but Italy law states he must be 18, whereas in England he need only be 16.