Gullit, Rijkaard and Van Basten were a central part of one of the greatest club sides ever, when Serie A was arguably at its peak.

This episode looks at the success enjoyed at a time when European Cup finals were the norm for Milan, and the denouement for the Dutchmen as Gullit clashed with Capello, while Van Basten’s career was cut tragically short by injury.

RUNNING ORDER: 

• PART 1: European Cup glory in 89 and 90 (01m 00s)

• PART 2: Milan sell Gullit and Rijkaard (14m 00s) 

• PART 3a: Van Basten’s injury problems (20m 00s)

• PART 3b: The greatest centre-forward ever? (29m 00s) 

• PART 3c: The trio’s career in management (32m 30s)

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