MARCUS THURAM once had to google himself to get past security at the San Siro before playing against Inter Milan.
However, in a turn of events, Thuram has now joined the Italian club that he had to convince he was a professional footballer.
Thuram - son of French World Cup winner Lilian - turned up at the San Siro in 2020 ahead of a Champions League clash to represent Borussia Monchengladbach against Inter Milan.
However, the tight security blocked his entrance, leading him to google himself.
And the club's official Twitter account tweeted about the exchange with photos of Thuram searching his own name online, before later deleting the post.
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The mix-up is likely caused by the fact Thuram, 25, was sporting a face mask amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
Fortunately, the Frenchman was eventually allowed in to take his place alongside boss Marco Rose for a press conference before the match.
Gladbach missed out on the chance of getting some cash for Thuram in January as they decided to keep him until the end of the season.
The forward was a transfer target of Manchester United following his impressive performances in Germany.
He starred for Gladbach last season, netting 13 goals and providing six assists in his best season to date.
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His performances saw him called up for the France national side for the World Cup in Qatar.
Thuram made five appearances in the competition, assisting two goals, although he did not score.
Now an Inter player, Thuram has signed a contract believed to be until 2028.
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It is thought that there is a release clause in the deal worth £81million.
