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Lampard in or out, I would have stayed – Rudiger

The Germany international defender endured a testing start to the 2020-21 campaign, but has worked his way back into favour under Thomas Tuchel

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Maguire ‘fed up’ with Man Utd critics

The England international defender believes the Baggies’ opening goal at The Hawthorns should have been disallowed following their 1-1 draw

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Odegaard discusses permanent Arsenal transfer

The Norwegian midfielder made his first start for the Gunners against Leeds and says he is enjoying his time at Emirates Stadium

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Injury scare for Man City as in-form Gundogan withdrawn

The German midfielder starred for the Blues against Jose Mourinho’s men, but was unable to see the game out and had to be replaced

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‘He knows how much he cost’ – Arteta backing £45m Partey

The Gunners boss remains confident that a midfielder who has struggled with injury since moving to England will provide considerable value for money

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Rashford rues ‘silly things’ that cost Man Utd a CL spot

The Red Devils frontman believes Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side can chase down tangible success, but admits they need to be more consistent

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Martinelli ‘ready’ to follow in Aubameyang’s footsteps

The highly rated 19-year-old claims to be fully fit, with the Brazilian youngster eager to compete with his captain for minutes under Mikel Arteta

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Wenger explains why Vardy turned down Arsenal

The legendary former Gunners boss has admitted to putting lucrative offers to the Leicester striker, only to see his advances rebuffed

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Messi matches Xavi appearance record for Barcelona

The Argentine remains as important as ever to the Catalan giants and is preparing to re-write the history books once again

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Maddison reveals Leicester's game plan that stunned Liverpool

The Foxes midfielder started a stirring fightback from Brendan Rodgers’ troops at the King Power Stadium, with a 3-1 victory secured

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'Clear offside!' - Liverpool boss Klopp slams VAR

The Reds boss believes another contentious VAR ruling turned the tide against his side as they suffered a 3-1 reversal against the Foxes

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Klopp admits Liverpool’s title defence is over

The German tactician has conceded that the Reds will not be claiming back-to-back Premier League crowns after suffering a third straight defeat

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Liverpool record unwanted first under Klopp & hit seven-year low

The Reds, who continue to see the Premier League title slip from their grasp, endured another afternoon to forget at the King Power Stadium

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Spurs striker Kane likened to Real star Benzema

Tottenham defender Sergio Reguilon, who has played with both of the fearsome frontman, sees similarities between the prolific pair

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Hazard injury update offers Champions League hope

The Blancos boss has revealed that a Belgian playmaker is closing in on a return to full training following another untimely spell on the sidelines

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Tuchel tells Chelsea youngsters to expect ‘bumpy’ road & loans

The German tactician is eager to keep a path to the first team clear at Stamford Bridge, but admits there will be challenges along the way

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Foden targets top spot on all-time medal list

The highly-rated midfielder has already tasted considerable success at 20 years of age, but he wants to be the ‘most decorated’ ever to play the game

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Sessegnon open to another move away from Spurs

The versatile 20-year-old is eager to see as much game time as possible in his ongoing development, and minutes have been in short supply at Tottenham

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Leicester star Justin sees season ended by ACL injury

Foxes boss Brendan Rodgers has confirmed that the in-form defender has suffered knee ligament damage and will require surgery

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‘There are players finishing contracts’ - Poch on Messi talk

The Paris Saint-Germain boss is reluctant to discuss players that are not on his books, but concedes that every club will be identifying targets

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Grealish touted as ‘Messi with a right foot’

The Villans’ ex-Arsenal goalkeeper considers the England international midfielder to be the finest player he has ever worked with

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Pochettino reacts to claims of Real Madrid release clause

The Argentine was only appointed at Parc des Princes in January and says his intention is to spend “many years” in France

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Arteta confident on Balogun contract at Arsenal

The highly-rated forward will see his current deal expire in the summer, but those at Emirates Stadium remain hopeful on agreeing an extension

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Willock to make summer call on Arsenal future

The highly-rated midfielder linked up with the Magpies in January and will make a decision on whether to return to north London when that deal ends

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‘I want it all about me’ – Maddison eyeing England recall

The Leicester playmaker believes he is good enough to earn a place in Gareth Southgate’s squad ahead of this summer’s European Championship

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Bayern suffer Gnabry injury blow

The Germany international picked up a torn muscle during the 1-0 win over Tigres in the FIFA Club World Cup final on Thursday evening

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Walker ‘would hate’ Guardiola’s job at Man City

The Blues defender admits that a star-studded squad poses considerable headaches for a coach looking to chase down an historic quadruple

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West Ham captain Noble drops retirement hint

The east London native has spent his entire career with the Hammers and admits that the time may be approaching to hang up his boots

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Fosu-Mensah reveals who made Man Utd exit call

The Dutch defender, who had been at Old Trafford since 2014, brought his association with the Red Devils to a close when joining Bayer Leverkusen

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Arsenal confirm Partey absence for Leeds clash

The Ghana international finds himself back on the sidelines, with another untimely knock preventing him from forming part of Mikel Arteta’s plans

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Salah could spend six more years at Liverpool, says Lovren

The Egyptian forward has generated exit rumours at Anfield, but a former team-mate and close friend can see him sticking around

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Alioski ‘can’t wait’ to face Pepe again after red card controversy

Whites striker Patrick Bamford has revealed that an enigmatic Macedonian full-back is looking forward to facing an Ivorian winger

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Barcelona urged to move for Neymar-esque Gil

German Vaya Ballabriga 'Mani' has worked with the Catalan giants for several years and believes a raid on the ranks at Sevilla could be beneficial

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Wilson injury blow rocks Newcastle

Magpies manager Steve Bruce has revealed that his leading marksman has a hamstring tear and could be missing until April

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Soucek tipped to attract interest from PL heavyweights

The Czech midfielder has already seen rumours surface regarding supposed interest from Bayern Munich, and there could be more speculation to come

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Saka creates perfect FUT player from PL youngsters

The talented teenager has included hot prospects from Manchester United, Chelsea, Manchester City and the Gunners within his selection

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Havertz backed to silence ‘nonsense’ critics at Chelsea

The Germany international playmaker has found the going tough during his debut campaign in England, but Jonathan Tah is expecting him to come good

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Mourinho 'surprised' at Bale's 'not obvious' injury

The Wales international played no part in a thrilling FA Cup clash with the Toffees after requesting a scan and ruling himself out of contention

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Amad Diallo in Man Utd squad to face West Ham

The Red Devils boss has already seen Paul Pogba ruled out of his plans for the foreseeable future, but Eric Bailly is edging back to fitness

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Shaw never considered Man Utd exit after Mourinho criticism

The Red Devils left-back has enjoyed a welcome return to form this season, with his persistence and patience being rewarded at Old Trafford

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Alli ‘not injured’ but still a doubt for Mourinho

The Tottenham boss admits the England international midfielder is available to face the Toffees but he is not convinced that the 24-year-old can start

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James fitness update offered ahead of FA Cup & PL games

The Colombian was replaced during a dramatic 3-3 draw at Manchester United, with Carlo Ancelotti admitting his playmaker has “a tight calf”

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Herrera casts FFP doubt over Messi to PSG

Ronald Koeman has also reacted to the stories linking the Argentine with a move to France and insists the speculation is "not important"

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Neymar & Mbappe contracts no concern for Herrera

The Spanish midfielder sees two key men at Parc des Princes giving their all to the collective cause as others speculate on their respective futures

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Ramos had ‘no other option’ but to undergo surgery

The World Cup winner has seen his left knee operated on, with it expected that the long-serving centre-half will sit out six weeks at the Bernabeu

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Greenwood ‘over blip’ despite scoring just four goals

The highly-rated forward found the target on 17 occasions in 2019-20, but his manager remains happy with ongoing development at Old Trafford

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Arteta judged me on two-and-a-half matches - Saliba

The highly-rated defender is still waiting on a competitive debut for the Gunners, with the second-half of the season being spent in Ligue 1 with Nice

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Germany claim positive talks with Musiala in England battle

The highly-rated 17-year-old midfielder finds himself at the centre of an international tug-of-war, with old adversaries eager to secure his services

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Moyes makes £20m transfer admission

The Hammers boss says he opted to remain out of the January transfer market despite finding himself short on strikers at the London Stadium

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Koeman accepts Barcelona’s stance on Garcia deal

The Blaugrana had hoped to welcome a familiar face back onto their books in January, but a highly-rated defender remains at Manchester City for now

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Cavani concedes Man Utd move was ‘difficult’

The Uruguayan frontman is impressing in English football, but he admits that adjusting to the demands of life at Old Trafford has been tough

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Werner admits top-four fears under Lampard

The German frontman, who continues to attract plenty of attention for his form this season, feels the Blues are “back in shape” under the new manager

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‘Rashford won’t be clinical like Cavani’

The former Red Devils frontman, who knows all about being a predatory finisher, feels an England international will never be a No 9

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Bielsa has Leeds at ‘150 per cent’ amid contract questions

The enigmatic South American is yet to decide what his long-term future will hold, but he continues to catch the eye in the Premier League

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Solskjaer sounds warning to error-prone De Gea

The Red Devils have seen their number one fall back under the spotlight following his forgettable display in a 3-3 draw with Everton

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It’s amazing to have Odegaard here – Partey

The Gunners have taken the Norwegian playmaker on loan for the rest of the season, but several other summer targets are being mooted

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Klopp facing ‘real questions’ for the first time – Carragher

The Reds legend feels Champions League qualification is no guarantee for the reigning Premier League champions as they scratch around for form

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Zidane non-committal on Real Madrid future

The Frenchman is reluctant to be drawn into a debate regarding his future and will allow speculation to continue raging around him

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Soucek’s controversial red card overturned on appeal

The Czech midfielder was sent off during a Premier League meeting with Fulham after tangling with Cottagers striker Aleksandar Mitrovic late on

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Tuchel conducting Chelsea ‘orchestra’ towards wins at any cost

The German has taken in three games at the helm, with his side yet to concede, and is working hard to get his message across

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‘Suarez sale a big error on Barcelona’s part’

The Celta Vigo striker worked with a prolific Uruguayan at Liverpool and was surprised to see him shown to the exits at Camp Nou

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Reynolds’ ‘rollercoaster’ move conjures up Neymar memories

Andre Zanotta oversaw a switch to Roma for a highly rated United States international, and he has previously worked with legends at Santos and Gremio

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Fernandes gets hairdryer treatment from Solskjaer

The Portuguese playmaker admits his manager has got “really mad” with him on at least two occasions across 12 months at Old Trafford

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Chilwell warned Chelsea spell already ‘questionable’

Former Blues defender Mario Melchiot has been impressed by a Spain international in a wing-back role, with tactical tweaks made in west London

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Rivaldo claims Barca contract clause could convince Messi

The Blaugrana legend fears an all-time great will move on in the summer, but the offer of a post-career role at Camp Nou might change his mind

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Mixed emotions for Arsenal fan Ryan as Villa ruin debut

The Australian goalkeeper made his bow for the Gunners at Aston Villa, but was unable to prevent Mikel Arteta’s side from losing 1-0

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Gabriel Jesus already planning future after Man City

The South American striker began his career with the newly-crowned Copa Libertadores winners and plans on retracing his steps at some stage

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Arteta angered by more costly mistakes from Arsenal

The Gunners boss concedes that his side cannot expect to win Premier League games if they continue to shoot themselves in the foot

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Arsenal hit 37-year low in Aston Villa defeat

The Gunners have, in what has been an inconsistent 2020-21 campaign, suffered 10 Premier League losses through 23 fixtures

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Koeman hoping Messi spends ‘many more years’ at Barca

The Blaugrana boss is understandably keen to keep an all-time great on his books, but admits that decision remains out of his hands

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Bale leaves former Spurs skipper ‘so disappointed’

Tottenham were hoping to see a familiar face rediscover his spark back in north London, but a season-long deal has not played out as planned

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Man Utd striker Cavani delivers fitness update

The experienced Uruguayan frontman was taken off as a precaution against Southampton and claims to have no injury concerns

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Klopp given no sympathy after getting ‘own way for two years’

The former Reds midfielder was surprised that the reigning Premier League did not “spend some big money” during the January transfer window

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Neymar a doubt for PSG’s Classique clash with Marseille

The Brazilian forward is feeling a little under the weather and may be unavailable to Mauricio Pochettino for a heavyweight tie at Stade Velodrome

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Upamecano and Koulibaly ‘out of range’ for Liverpool

The ex-Reds midfielder has refuted any suggestion that Jurgen Klopp bought for the sake of it, with “top-level” signings not available in January

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Ronaldo can play past 40 - ex-Real fitness coach

Giovanni Mauri worked with the Portuguese superstar at Santiago Bernabeu and considers him to be “a player out of the norm”

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Maguire still irked by ‘debatable’ fine from Matic

The Red Devils captain lets a Serbian team-mate keep everyone in check during training, with a strict regime seeing him come unstuck at one stage

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Fernandes ‘the closest thing to Scholes’ Man Utd have had

The former Red Devils skipper continues to be impressed by the Portuguese playmaker, with a stunning impact made at Old Trafford

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Arsenal benefitting from Smith Rowe getting ‘bullied’ on loan

David Webb was the man to take a promising midfielder to the John Smith’s Stadium, with a talented 20-year-old now thriving in north London

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Barnes: Trophies will not influence Salah future

The Reds legend is adamant that a campaign without silverware would not be a failure at Anfield, with decisions resting with individual players

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Werner is a bit of a worry – Poyet

The former Blues midfielder has been encouraged by Thomas Tuchel’s early work, but admits the German forward is lacking a spark

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Wan-Bissaka wants title & ‘a few cups’ at Man Utd

The Red Devils right-back is determined to help get Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side back on the trophy trail and repay the faith shown in him

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Suarez says ‘many clubs’ were keen as Koeman forced Barca exit

The experienced Uruguayan striker was deemed surplus to requirements at Camp Nou, but a number of other teams wanted to do a deal

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‘Willian doesn’t have to prove anything to anyone’

The Gunners defender has seen a countryman struggle for form in north London, but he believes a spark will be rediscovered in time

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Maguire wants trophy to silence Man Utd haters

The Red Devils skipper is aware his ambitious outfit need to start landing silverware, saying success would offer the perfect response to critics

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Fabinho gives injury recovery update

The versatile Brazilian has been filling in at centre-half this season, but he has joined Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez on the treatment table

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Messi will retire where he wants – Suarez

The former Blaugrana frontman, who remains in contact with the Argentine icon, says several options are there to be weighed up

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Almiron makes Premier League and River Plate admissions

The Paraguayan forward's agent has suggested that a move could be on the cards, but the player himself claims to be happy at St James’ Park

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Bayern boss Flick wanted to keep USMNT star Richards

The head coach at Allianz Arena had been keen for the promising American to remain on his books, but a move to a Bundesliga rival has been made

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Thiago adds to ‘samey’ Liverpool problems - Owen

The former Reds striker has suggested that Jurgen Klopp needs to mix things up in the engine room if his fearsome frontline is to fire again

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Man Utd urged to sign right-back amid Trippier talk

The former Red Devils full-back believes the progress made by Luka Shaw with Alex Telles behind him proves that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer should add again

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Laporte hints at summer transfer call

The French defender returned to Pep Guardiola’s starting XI against Burnley, but admits that he may need to start weighing up his options

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Ronaldo is a 'special challenge' - Neuer

The World Cup-winning goalkeeper has faced the best in the business on a regular basis down the years and has learned to relish such tests

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Smith Rowe reveals same ‘superstition’ as Grealish

The Gunners academy graduate has been catching the eye in the No 10 role and claims to be “free” in his mind amid reports of possible signings

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Bench duty will do Pogba and Cavani good - Berbatov

The Red Devils rested the French midfielder against Southampton and gave the Uruguayan striker just 45 minutes during their stunning 9-0 win

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Lingard backed for England recall one game after Man Utd exit

Hammers boss David Moyes believes the midfielder can play his way back into Gareth Southgate’s thoughts ahead of this summer’s European Championship

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Neymar hints he has no interest in move to England

The Brazilian forward considers Ligue 1 to be too rough and doesn't appear to want to seek out a move to the Premier League in the future

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Pires no ‘fortune teller’ but sees Ramsey back at Arsenal

The Gunners great believes the Wales international midfielder will return to north London once he has fulfilled his ambitions in Turin

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'Liverpool no longer superhuman and over-reliant on Salah'

The former frontman admits a once dominant outfit have lost their way this season, with two many players underperforming for Jurgen Klopp

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Tuchel reunion excites Pulisic five years after debut

The United States international burst onto a senior stage under the German coach and is now working with him again at Stamford Bridge

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Liverpool new boy Kabak billed as ‘Lovren-type player’

Sven Mislintat, who worked with the defender at Stuttgart, has compared the promising 20-year-old to a centre-half from the Reds’ recent past

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Grealish urged to shun Man Utd & head for City

The former Aston Villa midfielder, who made his own move to the Etihad Stadium in 2009, would like to see the playmaker working under Pep Guardiola

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Havertz & Werner influencing Tuchel call ‘too simplistic’

The former Blues midfielder says two underperforming Germans were not solely responsible for another change in the dugout being made

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With Ozil out, summer window key for Arteta – Campbell

The former Gunners striker says the Spaniard has to get his transfer dealings “right” after making a squad inherited from Unai Emery his own

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‘Had Lampard signed Grealish he’d still be Chelsea manager’

Another change in the dugout has been made at Stamford Bridge, with the struggles of big-money signings contributing to the demise of a club icon

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Davies & Kabak told they have ‘once-in-a-lifetime opportunity’

The former Reds frontman can appreciate why defensive additions have been made, but admits such deals would not normally be done at Anfield

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‘When you have Ronaldo with you, you always start 1-0’

The former Bianconeri frontman believes Andrea Pirlo can deliver more major silverware in Turin as he has plenty of match-winners within his ranks

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Mbappe accepts role behind ‘centre of the project’ Neymar

The World Cup winner admits that his Brazilian team-mate has aided his ongoing development and considers him to be the main man at Parc des Princes

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Arteta sees rejuvenated Arsenal in top-four battle

The Gunners slipped a long way off the pace at one stage, but a welcome return to form has them daring to dream of Champions League qualification

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McTominay reveals how Man Utd armband was passed his way

The Scotland international skippered the Red Devils during a 1-0 FA Cup win over Watford and considers that decision to have been “a test”

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Man Utd told Pellistri has ‘rebelliousness’ in his game

Adrian Colombo, who worked with the youngster at Penarol, believes the promising winger can succeed in European football

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Man Utd added to ‘big-time chokers’ list in title race

The former Reds striker cannot see the Red Devils putting themselves in the mix, with two proven contenders set to battle it out for the crown

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Jones offered Man Utd hope after 12 months out

The England international has not figured for the Red Devils since January 2020, with a long road to recovery taken in after knee surgery

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Bale cares & it’s Mourinho’s job to get him firing – Redknapp

The former Spurs boss has rejected suggestions that the Welshman has lost his appetite for the game, with there still plenty of talent to be found

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Liverpool urged to ‘move on’ from Matip

The former Reds frontman believes Jurgen Klopp needs to find more reliable options than a man currently stuck back in the treatment room

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USMNT's Richards leaves Bayern for Hoffenheim loan

The highly-rated 20-year-old is staying in Germany but will be seeing out the season away from the reigning Bundesliga champions

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Record-setting Hoppe signs first pro deal at Schalke

The 19-year-old, who has become the first man from his country to score a Bundesliga hat-trick, has committed to terms through to 2023

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Holding hailed after ‘touch and go’ Arsenal exit talk

The former Gunners centre-half has been impressed by “fantastic” showings from a rejuvenated performer who is finally clear of injury struggles

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Details revealed of Liverpool’s deal for ‘Rolls Royce’ Davies

The Championship club have agreed to part with a centre-half heading towards free agency and will take another from Anfield as part of that deal

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Griezmann hoping for more magic from ‘legend’ Messi

The France international forward is enjoying working alongside an all-time great, while also praising the fine form of Ousmane Dembele

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‘Man Utd need another winning run & it has to happen quickly’

The former Red Devils defender, who enjoyed five title triumphs during his time at Old Trafford, feels Pep Guardiola’s are the team to catch

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Crouch makes ‘unconventional’ offer to Liverpool

The former Reds frontman is waiting by the phone as Jurgen Klopp seeks to bring fresh faces into his squad on deadline day

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Odegaard faces ‘long road’ at Arsenal

The Norwegian midfielder made his debut for the Gunners off the bench against Manchester United after his January switch from Santiago Bernabeu

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Davies is a quick fix for Liverpool - Warnock

The former Reds full-back believes Jurgen Klopp will look to add long and short-term options to his ranks before the January window closes

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Salah ‘greedy’ tag unfair - Redknapp

The former Reds midfielder believes the Egyptian frontman does not get the “love” he deserves for a remarkable record in English football

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Alonso aiming for the top after taking Chelsea chance

The Spanish defender had found himself frozen out under Frank Lampard but made a goal-scoring return to action in the weekend win over Burnley

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‘Wouldn’t take Mustafi because I’ve seen him play for Arsenal!’

A cult hero in north London has advised a heavyweight outfit from the North West to steer well clear of a World Cup-winning centre-half

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Fernandes planning on spending ‘many years’ at Man Utd

The Portuguese playmaker has been a revelation since arriving in English football in January 2020 and he is already setting long-term goals

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Man Utd break club record despite Arsenal bore draw

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s class of 2020-21 have stretched an unbeaten run on the road to 18 games, allowing them to add an entry to the history books

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Klopp isn’t under that much pressure – Barnes

The Reds legend can appreciate why a German coach at Anfield has been cutting a frustrated figure, with an uncharacteristic dip being endured

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Kuyt backs Liverpool for double despite injuries

An Anfield cult hero concedes that fitness setbacks are doing the Reds few favours, but he believes domestic and continental crowns can be claimed

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Tevez can’t see Messi in a different jersey

The Argentine frontman can appreciate why a fellow countryman is mulling over his options, but he still expects a new contract to be agreed

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Man City make Football League history with winning run

The Blues have been faultless across all competitions since the middle of December, with Pep Guardiola’s side now flying high as a result

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Jesus relieved to end nine-game Man City goal drought

The Brazilian frontman was back on target in a 1-0 win over Sheffield United, with that result keeping the Blues top of the Premier League

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Ugly scenes in Marseille as angry fans riot

The Ligue 1 giants have hit a desperate run of form, claiming only one win in nine, and a group of fans have made their anger known

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Mendy admits to ‘difficult time’ at Chelsea

The Senegal international keeper enjoyed a bright start to his time at Stamford Bridge, but a dip in collective form has delivered managerial change

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El Shaarawy returns to Roma after 18 months in China

The Italy international forward is back in familiar surroundings, with the 28-year-old heading back to his homeland as a free agent

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Fred pleased to ‘erupt’ at Man Utd alongside Pogba

The Brazilian midfielder was branded a big-money flop during his first season at Old Trafford, but he is now a key part of the Red Devils’ plans

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Pires makes bold top-four call for Arsenal

A man who once tasted Premier League title glory with the Gunners believes Champions League qualification can be secured in 2020-21

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Shaw sets Man Utd ambitious treble target

The Red Devils remain in the hunt for Premier League, FA Cup and Europa League prizes this season, with their left-back looking to land all three

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Veron urged to pick Man City over Utd in transfer tussle

The Brazilian legend can see why Premier League heavyweights are keen on the Palmeiras starlet and feels blue should be favoured over red in England

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Liverpool offered ‘really promising’ Van Dijk update

Dave Galley spent four years at Anfield between 2001 and 2005 and has spoken with the Dutch defender as he works his way back to full fitness

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Man Utd ‘zombie’ keeper hints at summer move

The veteran shot-stopper is third-choice in the pecking order at Old Trafford but believes he is capable of playing again before retiring

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Arsenal’s transfer window ‘best remembered for those who left’

The former Gunners striker believes efforts to get players out of Emirates Stadium in January 2021 will top those to get fresh faces on board

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Liverpool can’t spend £50m on centre-back shortage – Barnes

The Reds legend believes the financial impact of Covid-19 is hitting the Reds hard, with there little value to be found in winter markets anyway

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Di Maria airs Messi wish amid PSG transfer talk

The Blaugrana icon is out of contract at the end of the season and rumours of a move to the French capital have been doing the rounds

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‘De Gea knows he’s dipped in the last year’

The former Red Devils coach considers a Spain international to have been a “terrific asset” at Old Trafford and expects that standing to be maintained

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Barca made mistake not getting Ronaldo money for Messi - Rivaldo

The Blaugrana legend believes an Argentine icon should have been sold when the Liga giants had a chance, with free agency now beckoning

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Van de Beek urged to find ‘edge’ like Fernandes

The ex-Red Devils winger feels the Dutch international needs to take inspiration from those around him after a slow start to life at Old Trafford

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‘Liverpool needed a new centre-half before this season’

The former Reds left-back believes defensive reinforcements should have been on Jurgen Klopp’s shopping list before a run of injuries in 2020-21

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West Ham-bound Lingard has got 'swag & sauce like Pogba'

The former Hammers striker is looking forward to seeing an England international midfielder rediscover his spark in east London

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Robertson accepts criticism but sees old Liverpool back

The Scot helped the Reds to a 3-1 win in north London, with the Anfield outfit hoping to use that result as a “catalyst” in their title defence

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‘Odegaard’s been at Real Madrid, he can handle pressure!’

The former Gunners midfielder expects a promising Norwegian to slot seamlessly into a fold that includes a number of other talented youngsters

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Martial has been singled out very harshly – Yorke

The former Red Devils frontman believes the French forward has been unfairly treated amid struggles to prove himself as a leading number nine

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‘Ronaldo should be in the circus!’ – Van Nistelrooy's rant revealed

The former Red Devils defender claims a Portuguese superstar changed his mentality following accusations of being a show pony

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‘Does Bale need easy option of MLS or China?’

The former Tottenham boss is disappointed to see a Welsh forward losing his “unplayable” aura on the back of struggles at Real Madrid

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‘Tierney is seven out of 10 every week’

A man who once played the position in north London currently filled by a Scotland international has been talking full-back options at Emirates Stadium

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Tuchel arrival could be 'turning point' for Havertz - Korkut

A man who worked with the promising playmaker at Bayer Leverkusen believes a change in the dugout at the Bridge can deliver a reversal in fortune

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‘Man Utd’s fabulous five didn’t create anything’

The former Red Devils midfielder was disappointed with the input of a star-studded attacking unit during a surprise 2-1 defeat to Sheffield United

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‘Odegaard must prove he is better than Smith Rowe’

The former Gunners defender has been impressed by a playmaking academy graduate this season, but there is now added competition for places

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Kroos wants no Real regrets & fifth Champions League crown

The World Cup-winning midfielder has grown accustomed to collecting major honours and hopes to add to his haul before hanging up his boots

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Tuchel questions Gilmour's 'physical level' amid loan rumours

The German is aware of the qualities that a Scottish midfielder, along with Mason Mount, bring to the fold, but he favoured others against Wolves

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‘De Gea was out-jumped' - Bosnich not buying Solskjaer excuses

The former Red Devils goalkeeper believes a shock defeat to Sheffield United was down to a goalkeeping error and playing with the wrong mindset

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Jones wants Liverpool frustration taken out on Mourinho

The Anfield academy graduate admits the reigning Premier League champions have been short of their best of late, but he expects a spark to be found

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Tuchel rules out late January deals at Chelsea

The German tactician has taken in his first game in a new job and claims to see no gaps in a squad inherited from Frank Lampard that need to be filled

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‘Neymar above Messi & Ronaldo as best in the world’

The former Selecao star believes a fellow countryman who has faced plenty of criticism throughout his career has risen to the top of the global game

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‘Tuchel filling hottest seat in world football’

The former defender believes a German tactician will face the same issue as his predecessor, Frank Lampard, with there so much talent to pick from

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‘Messi will set himself challenge of joining PSG’

The former frontman, who spent time at Parc des Princes in his playing days, believes a fellow Argentine is ready to make a fresh start

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‘Arsenal going nowhere with Willian deals’

The former Gunners captain believes a pathway needs to be left open for youngsters, with there never any need for a Brazilian forward to be signed

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‘Klopp will face future questions without top-four finish’

The reigning Premier League champions have been struggling for form of late, with no additions being sought to address that in January

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Hudson-Odoi on Tuchel's tactics & his new wing-back role

The England international was included from the off against Wolves, with the newly-appointed coach tweaking the Blues’ approach in his first game

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‘Henderson needs patience, he’s the future of Man Utd’

The former Red Devils goalkeeper can appreciate that an ambitious performer will want more game time, but he feels those opportunities will come

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‘Holding is an Arsenal captain in the making’

The former defender, who led by example throughout his career in north London, also sees Kieran Tierney becoming a leader at Emirates Stadium

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Grass wouldn’t be greener in Madrid for Kane – Crouch

The former Tottenham frontman believes success in north London will mean more to the England international than title triumphs elsewhere

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Haaland highlights what Odegaard needs at ‘big club’ Arsenal

The Borussia Dortmund striker is looking forward to seeing how a fellow Norwegian fares in England, with the classy midfielder needing regular minutes

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Solskjaer: Man Utd missing ‘magic’ in shock Sheffield loss

The Red Devils boss admits that his side lacked “that little bit extra” after being blunted by the rock-bottom Blades at Old Trafford

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‘Tuchel the man to get Havertz & Werner firing’

The former Blues defender believes those at Stamford Bridge have purposely waited for the right German coach to come along before making a move

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‘Spurs always knew Bale was going to be a project’

The Tottenham goalkeeper, who has faced a Welsh forward on plenty of occasions in the past, believes patience in north London will be rewarded

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‘Even Mr Chelsea won’t get time in results industry’

The former Blues defender believes a club legend should have seen out the season at Stamford Bridge, but can appreciate why a change has been made

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‘Bailly a threat to Maguire’s guaranteed starter spot’

The former Red Devils defender sees added squad depth at Old Trafford helping to raise collective standards under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

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‘Every time Messi doesn't play, Barcelona win’

Ronald Koeman has taken to resting a six-time Ballon d’Or at times this season, with alternative options stepping up in his absence

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Lampard axe leaves Morris hurting for a third time

The former Blues midfielder has headed through the exits at Stamford Bridge as part of more managerial change in west London

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‘Firmino a concern & Liverpool need £100m Haaland’

The former Reds striker feels a lack of “Plan B” is holding the Premier League champions back, with another goalscorer required at Anfield

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‘Werner working his socks off to end goal struggles’

The Blues frontman knows all about the pressure and difficulties of leading a line and expects a proven German striker to come good

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Aubameyang still absent as Arsenal wait on Tierney

The Gunners will be back in Premier League action against the Saints on Tuesday, with their club captain being ruled out once again

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De Gea ‘trying to be a leader’ for Man Utd

The experienced goalkeeper tasted top-flight glory back in 2013 and is looking to replicate that success under the guidance of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

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Odegaard accused of running away from Real fight

The Norwegian midfielder is closing in on a loan switch to Emirates Stadium, with a supposed lack of patience being shown at Santiago Bernabeu

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‘Diego Costa would win the title for Man City’

The former Blues defender believes that, with questions asked of Gabriel Jesus and Sergio Aguero struggling for fitness, another frontman is required

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Bad loser Fernandes won’t accept defeat at Man Utd

The Portuguese playmaker is determined to get his hands on major silverware at Old Trafford and has refuted any burnout concerns

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‘Lampard latest victim of Chelsea’s Russian roulette’

The former striker is not surprised to see another change being made at Stamford Bridge, with the Blues becoming “the most ruthless of clubs”

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Maguire hits back at Man Utd leadership critics

The England international is delighted to have taken the armband at Old Trafford, with the commanding centre-half now living the dream

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‘Even if Arsenal had the money would Grealish want them?’

The former Villans striker feels those at Emirates Stadium have tumbled so far down the pecking order that they would struggle to get a deal done

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Man Utd boss Solskjaer offers Bailly fitness update

The Red Devils have seen their Ivorian centre-half enjoy a welcome return to form this season, but an injury-prone star is being managed carefully

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Arteta unsure on Ryan future at Arsenal

The Gunners boss has taken the Australia international on a short-term deal from Brighton, but he could earn an extended stay at Emirates Stadium

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‘Alexander-Arnold criticism is ridiculous’

The former Reds midfielder is not surprised to see a 22-year-old defender suffering a slight wobble, and he expects a top talent to come through it

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‘Man Utd picked Lindelof over Van Dijk in gobsmacking call’

The former Southampton striker has lifted the lid on conversations he had with a commanding centre-half during a long-running transfer saga

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‘Chelsea made Lampard call way before axe fell’

The former Blues defender believes another change in the dugout has been on the cards for some time in west London

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Lindelof sets challenge for ‘brilliant’ Greenwood

The Swedish centre-half was pleased to see a talented youngster on target in an FA Cup win over Liverpool and wants to see him kick on from here

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‘If the money isn’t there, Liverpool can’t spend’

The former striker can appreciate why Jurgen Klopp wants to add another defender to his ranks, but he may not get his wish in January

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Pogba has left himself open to criticism – Giggs

The Red Devils legend has saluted a welcome return to form from a French midfielder who has failed to live up to expectations at Old Trafford

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