Especially for teams that are currently struggling.... Hes on a streak......the last three teams he has played for have all won at least one trophy in his first season with them. 1996-1997 Barcelona........Copa del rey : 1996-1997, Cup Winners Cup 1996-1997 1997-1998 Inter..............UEFA Cup : 1997-1998 2002-2003 Real Madrid.....Spanish League : 2002-2003, Intercontinental Cup : 2002-2003
The only reason I can think of is his marketing abilities...selling shirts, dental plans, gym memberships, etc.