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Benzema makes Mbappe transfer admission

The France international striker already on the books at Santiago Bernabeu expects to be joined by his fellow countryman at some stage

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Arsenal chief claims 'most exciting' transfer strategy

Vinai Venkatesham concedes there is much work to be done at Emirates Stadium, but believes positive steps are being taken

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I didn't give a f*ck about the No 7 - Di Maria

The Argentina international forward flopped in England on the back of a big-money move that saw him handed an iconic jersey

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No longer the Ronaldo he wanted to be - Ferrero

The Sampdoria president claims a return to England for the Portuguese was the best option for all concerned during the summer window

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Grealish will never be England's Zidane - Waddle

The former winger says the Manchester City star is another playmaker who does not fit the Three Lions mould

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Fred brings more than people realise - Silvestre

The former Red Devils defender believes the Brazil international will remain part of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's plans despite questions over his value

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'Because Grealish was £100m, Son is worth £125m'

The former Tottenham winger is a big fan of the South Korean, who has committed to a new long-term contract in north London

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Kane sent £150m transfer warning with no exit clause

The former Tottenham winger believes a move could still happen in the future, but only if a prolific frontman can avoid more "verbal agreements"

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Bale back in Wales squad to end retirement talk

The Real Madrid star had dropped hints that he could rule himself out of contention for selection, but he remains very much part of the fold

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Odegaard gets Arsenal clearance as Tierney trains

Hector Bellerin and Gabriel Martinelli are also working with the rest of Mikel Arteta's squad, but Ben White remains absent

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Martial has gone backwards at Man Utd - Ferdinand

The former Red Devils star wants to see a French forward deliver on potential and a versatile defender head through the exits

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Robertson signs new Liverpool contract to 2026

The Scotland international left-back has become the latest senior star to commit his long-term future to Jurgen Klopp's side

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Fati boost for Barca after nine-month injury nightmare

The talented teenager, who has suffered with serious knee problems, is edging his way back into contention at Camp Nou

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Liverpool refuse to release Salah for Egypt duty

The Reds are following advice when it comes to preventing the spread of coronavirus and will not allow their star forward to play for his country

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'Just give me the job' - Campbell offers to fix Arsenal

The former England international, who helped deliver title glory to north London, is concerned by goings on at Emirates Stadium

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Klopp has no transfer 'itch' to scratch at Liverpool

The Reds have only brought in Ibrahima Konate this summer, but there may be no more movement before the next deadline passes

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Van de Beek offered Man Utd hope despite no minutes

The Dutch midfielder is yet to figure for the Red Devils this season, but he does remain part of his manager's plans

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Romero: Messi wanted me at Barcelona

The Argentina international has moved to England this summer, but only after his fellow countryman talked up a switch to Camp Nou

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Ancelotti: I can't guarantee Bale and Hazard game time

The Blancos boss has a number of attacking options at his disposal and will continue to search for a winning formula in the final third

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Pogba wants Man Utd titles not records

The World Cup winner continues to see a move elsewhere speculated, but he says he is focused on tangible success

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Guardiola makes City spending admission amid Kane talk

The Blues boss is refusing to be drawn on whether a move will be made for a prolific Tottenham striker, but he is always looking for more talent

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Arteta delivers Tierney, White & Aubameyang updates

The Gunners boss saw two more players limp out of a defeat to Chelsea, with Covid-19 issues already seriously hindering his plans

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Depay's Man Utd nightmare puzzled Pogba & Zlatan

The Dutch forward endured a tough time at Old Trafford, with confused team-mates asking why Jose Mourinho froze him out

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Odegaard claims lies spread about reasons for Real exit

The Norwegian midfielder has severed ties with the Blancos after just 11 competitive appearances and made a permanent move to England

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Ronaldo tells Allegri he is staying at Juventus

The Portuguese superstar has seen returns to Manchester United and Real Madrid mooted, along with links to PSG, but he will remain in Turin

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Hutton: Gilmour will want to be a Chelsea player

A former Scotland international is pleased to see a promising countryman taking important steps in his ongoing development

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Ronaldo backed for 'one last assault on the CL' at Juve

An international team-mate of the Portuguese superstar believes a contract in Italy through to 2022 will be honoured

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Lewandowski transfer talk addressed by Nagelsmann

The Bundesliga heavyweights have seen unwelcome exit rumours rage around their prolific striker, but they are paying little attention to them

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Coutinho offered Barcelona future hope

The Blaugrana boss is happy to keep the Brazilian playmaker on his books, but is prepared to part with other out-of-favour senior stars

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Odegaard returns to Arsenal in £30m transfer

The Norwegian playmaker, who enjoyed a successful loan spell in north London last season, is back in familiar surroundings

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James admits: I don't even know who Everton are playing

The Colombian playmaker is seeing a move mooted before the summer deadline passes and is not keeping much of an eye on events at Goodison

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Deschamps takes blame for France's Euros failure

The 2018 World Cup winners threw away a two-goal lead late on in the last 16 before eventually coming unstuck in a penalty shootout

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'I couldn’t even say hello' - Depay missed Messi at Barca

The Netherlands international forward did not get to cross paths with the Camp Nou icon, but is feeling settled in new surroundings

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Liverpool urged to make two more signings

The former Reds defender cannot see Jurgen Klopp spending £100m on a player, but he does feel that further additions are required

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Chelsea star Pulisic tests positive for Covid-19

The United States international forward will sit out the trip to Emirates Stadium, but Romelu Lukaku could make his bow for the Blues

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Diallo offered Man Utd exit advice

Patrice Beaumelle is eager to see the promising forward get regular game time ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations in January 2022

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Alisson tipped to become 'Liverpool's best-ever keeper'

The legendary former Reds midfielder believes the man currently filling the number one berth at Anfield will cement a place in club folklore

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Man City & Spurs-linked Vlahovic has transfer interest

The Serbian striker is attracting admiring glances from across Europe, but his current club have no intention of selling this summer

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Pedro crosses Rome divide in Lazio transfer

The Spanish forward found himself cast adrift by Jose Mourinho, allowing him to link up with the other side at Stadio Olimpico

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Pulisic set ambitious 'double digits' target at Chelsea

The iconic former goalkeeper who spent many years in England during his career is backing his fellow countryman to thrive in 2021-22

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'Let's kick him!' - How Villa made Grealish a £100m star

A former team-mate of the England international playmaker has lifted the lid on how first steps to superstardom were taken

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Tufan snubs rival PL interest to join Watford on loan

The Hornets have further bolstered their ranks by luring an experienced performer to the Premier League from Super Lig heavyweights Fenerbahce

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Pochettino pressed on Messi debut & Mbappe future

The iconic Argentine forward is in line to make his first appearance for his new club, potentially alongside a World Cup winner

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Carvalho on 'perfectionist' Ronaldo and Mbappe's rise

The former Portugal international defender played with an all-time great for his country and with a World Cup winner at Monaco

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Ferdinand picks out two 'perfect' signings for Man Utd

The former Red Devils defender would like to see Ole Gunnar Solskjaer bolster his midfield options before August 31

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Martial? Lautaro? Son? Hutton on who replaces Kane

The former Tottenham defender expects a prolific presence to leave north London, with cover set to be sought late in the summer window

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Sanches surgery brings an end to Liverpool links

The Portugal international had been seeing a move mooted during the current window, but he has been forced under the knife

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Man City-linked Kane told Spurs players are 'on his side'

A current club colleague of the England captain says nobody in north London would have an issue with the striker if he ends up staying

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Abraham completes €40m transfer from Chelsea to Roma

England international striker severs ties with Premier League heavyweights and links up with former Blues boss Jose Mourinho in Serie A

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Haaland tipped for Liverpool move by Dortmund legend

A man that spent five years with BVB in his playing days can see a Norwegian striker heading to England in the summer of 2022

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Ronaldo to Real rumours rubbished by Ancelotti

A Portuguese superstar has seen a return to the Spanish capital speculated on, but his former coach is not planning a reunion

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Pulisic offers his take on Lukaku's £98m Chelsea move

The Blues made a winning start to their 2021-22 campaign against Crystal Palace and still have a Belgian striker to come into their side

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Alba responds to Messi blame claims

The long-serving full-back says he would have done anything to keep the Argentine icon at Camp Nou after seeing him depart as a free agent

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Van Dijk: I am not a robot

The Dutch defender returned to the top-flight for the first time since October 2020, with victory over Norwich

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Pogba can do five or six assists in one game - Fernandes

The Red Devils midfielder benefited from a four-assist showing by the France international against Leeds and claims he could smash records

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Haaland transfer was never a concern for Dortmund

The prolific Norwegian frontman has been heavily linked with clubs across Europe, but his current employers have snubbed any interest

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'Ball in Man Utd's court' - Lingard wanted back at West Ham

A member of David Moyes' coaching team at the London Stadium is holding out hope that another deal can be done for a former loan star

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Pogba betters 2020-21 haul with four assists vs Leeds

The France international midfielder was at his sparkling best in an opening day meeting with the Whites at Old Trafford

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Messi exit leaves USMNT star Dest with 'weird' feeling

The Blaugrana defender admits to being left "shocked" at seeing an all-time great leave Camp Nou after failing to put a new contract in place

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Salah contract extension predicted by Barnes

The former favourite at Anfield believes a star of the present will follow Alisson and Virgil van Dijk in agreeing fresh terms

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Lacazette agent responds to Roma rumours

The experienced France international has seen a switch to Serie A giants speculated upon, but no talks have been held as yet

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Coman jokes about why Musiala is so good

A France international winger at the Allianz Arena is looking forward to seeing further potential unlocked in a teenage colleague

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Sterling: £100m Grealish is not a threat to me

The Citizens forward now faces added competition for places, but expects his fellow England international to help raise his own game

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Firmino worry sees Carragher call for striker signing

A Reds legend is concerned that a Brazilian forward will never recapture his best form, with an alternative option required in a No.9 post

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Maguire backs £73m Sancho to be a 'real star'

The Red Devils captain is delighted to have a fellow England international on board as major silverware is sought in 2021-22

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Chiesa tipped for Ballon d'Or win in next 'three or four years'

A Bianconeri legend considers a Euro 2020 winner to be cut from the same cloth as Pavel Nedved and on course to reach the very top

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Arsenal told they must play Odegaard 'waiting game'

The legendary former Gunners defender can see why Mikel Arteta would want the Norwegian, but there are other options to consider

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Man Utd warned £200m Haaland may be out of reach

The former Red Devils striker admits big-money deals may not be possible, but says those at Old Trafford have nothing to prove to anybody

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Arteta 'sure' Arsenal will do more business

The Gunners remain in the market for additions ahead of the August 31 deadline, but are aware that getting deals done is difficult

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Messi's historic PSG deal includes crypto fan tokens

The Argentine icon was unable to see fresh terms put in place at Barcelona, but an agreement has been reached at Parc des Princes

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Klopp makes Van Dijk selection admission

The Reds boss believes a Dutch centre-half, along with fellow long-term injury victim Joe Gomez, will be ready to start against the Canaries

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PL's most-relegated player picks top five survival musts

Having slipped out of the top tier on five occasions, an Icelandic legend is well-versed in the demands of trying to beat the drop

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Solskjaer ready for transfer 'surprises' at Man Utd

The Red Devils boss is pleased to have wrapped up deals for Jadon Sancho and Raphael Varane, but there may be more signings to come

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Martial offers fitness update after five months out

The France international forward has returned to action during pre-season and believes he can enjoy "a great season" in 2021-22

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'My time is not done with Bayern' - Davies targets titles

The Canada international has enjoyed a meteoric rise to prominence in Germany, but must keep fighting for minutes and major silverware

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Pulisic addicted to trophies after easing final pain

The United States international has tasted FA Cup final heartache with the Blues, but is also a Champions League and Nations League winner

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Mendy admits to Chelsea transfer fear

The highly-rated Senegal international goalkeeper joined the Blues in the summer of 2020 and is now a Champions League winner

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Real start legal fight against €2.7bn investment deal

The Blancos have opposed the CVC proposal since it was announced in early August and are now stepping up efforts to get it torn up

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Messi's PSG move didn't impact Ronaldo's future - Bonucci

A team-mate of one global superstar is adamant that the decision of another to leave Barcelona for PSG did not influence events in Turin

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Rudiger responds to 'legend' billing at Chelsea

The Germany international defender helped the Blues to European glory last season, but does not consider himself to be a club icon

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Matic looking for Man Utd to 'finally win something'

The Red Devils' last success came back in 2017, with several near misses taken in since then by the most ambitious of clubs

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Tuchel explains how Lukaku will help USMNT star Pulisic

The Blues are set to bring a proven frontman back to Stamford Bridge, with his qualities fitting the "profile" sought by the club's manager

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Donnarumma 'excited' about Messi's arrival at PSG

One summer arrival at Parc des Princes is ready to welcome another, with an Argentine great set to complete a stunning switch

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Mahrez embraces Grealish & Foden competition

The Algeria international is having to fight for minutes under Pep Guardiola, but says those challenges are helping to raise his game

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Dani Alves responds to Messi eyeing his trophy record

An all-time great heading for the exits at Camp Nou has stated that he wants to better the medal haul of a decorated former team-mate

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Allegri confident on Ronaldo and Dybala return

The Bianconeri boss says the Portuguese superstar is in "good condition" and expects the Argentine forward to be back to training on Tuesday

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Aguero blow for Barca as striker ruled out for 10 weeks

The Argentina international only linked up with the Blaugrana over the summer and is yet to take in a competitive appearance for the club

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Alexander-Arnold gives fitness update on himself and Robertson

The Reds defender sat out Euro 2020 through injury and his club colleague has picked up an untimely knock in pre-season

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Fowler: Salah and Van Dijk will agree new deals

A man affectionately known as 'God' by fans at Anfield believes key men will pen fresh terms, but additions are also required for Jurgen Klopp

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Arsenal-linked Maddison 'the same' as £100m Grealish

The Gunners remain in the market for another creative playmaker, but luring an England international away from the Foxes could be costly

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Kroos 'would not be surprised' if Madrid sign Mbappe

The World Cup-winning France international striker continues to have a summer switch mooted after entering the final year of his current contract

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Man Utd still need one or two to really challenge - Keane

The legendary former midfielder would like to see Ole Gunnar Solskjaer dip back into the market before the summer transfer window closes

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White's agent lifts lid on Arsenal's £50m poker game

The Gunners have added an England international defender to their ranks, with Edu and Co holding their nerve in a long-running saga

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Arsenal estimate Partey injury return time

The Gunners will be without a Ghana international for the start of the new Premier League season, but he will not be missing for long

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Jorginho reacts to talk of Lukaku returning to Chelsea

The Blues midfielder is ready to welcome a Belgian striker back to Stamford Bridge as transfer talks progress with Inter

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Martial 'better than what you fear' on Man Utd return

The Red Devils gave 45 minutes to an injury-ravaged frontman during a comfortable 4-0 friendly win over Everton at Old Trafford

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Thiago explains injury issue that has held him back

The Spain international playmaker took a while to get going in his debut campaign with the Reds, but he hopes to have shaken his shackles

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Brazil defend Olympic gold in extra-time win over Spain

The South Americans emerged victorious on home soil at the Rio Games in 2016 and are celebrating again some five years on

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Tuchel picks Chelsea legends he would most like to sign

The German coach guided the Blues to European glory last season, but he could still find room in his ranks for a couple of club icons

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Liverpool & Spurs wanted Juve new boy Kaio Jorge

A highly-rated Brazilian forward is linking up with Serie A heavyweights in Turin, but Premier League giants were following him at one stage

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Memphis & Aguero given Barcelona squad numbers

The Liga giants are set to face Juventus in the Joan Gamper Trophy on Sunday, with new arrivals lining up for Ronald Koeman's side

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'Pulisic wants to be the go-to player at Chelsea'

Former Blues winger Pat Nevin is expecting big things from a number of highly-rated forwards at Stamford Bridge in the 2021-22 campaign

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Guardiola responds to Messi talk at Man City

The former Blaugrana boss has been heavily linked with the Argentine superstar for some time, and he is now up for grabs after leaving Camp Nou

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Guardiola confirms Man City's interest in Kane

The Blues boss insists no deal is close for the prolific Tottenham striker, but he is a player that would be welcomed to the Etihad Stadium

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Lingard 'hitting refresh button' after West Ham loan

The England international enjoyed a productive spell in east London and has now been absorbed back into Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's squad

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Chelsea star Havertz explains why he wears No.29

The Germany international took a while to find his feet in English football, but ended his debut campaign as a Champions League winner

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Saliba ignored Arsenal's transfer advice

The French defender has linked up with Marseille on loan, but only after the Gunners tried to line up a deal that would keep him in England

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Laporta explains why Barcelona can't keep Messi

The six-time Ballon d'Or winner is heading out of Camp Nou, with the Liga giants unable to retain his services despite agreeing a new contract

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Klopp offers Henderson hint ahead of season opener

The Reds are finalising their plans for the start of another Premier League campaign, with their captain coming back into contention

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Fernandes sees 'brilliant future' for two Man Utd youngsters

The Portuguese playmaker has been impressed by what he has seen from James Garner and Anthony Elanga during Red Devils training

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Villa chief makes £100m Grealish admission after City deal

Christian Purslow has seen a talismanic presence lured away from the West Midlands, with a British record transfer pushed through

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Rodgers warns off Maddison suitors

The Foxes boss is adamant no player wants to leave King Power Stadium amid talk of interest being shown in prized assets

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Barzagli told Juventus to sign Mbappe in 2017

The former Bianconeri defender has revealed that he urged the Serie A giants to snap up a talented French forward after facing him in Europe

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Arteta offers update on Willock's future at Arsenal

A man that enjoyed a productive loan spell with the Magpies last season continues to see a move away from north London speculated on

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Tuchel offers Chelsea hope to Zouma

The French international defender has seen a move across London mooted, but his manager is aware of what he offers at Stamford Bridge

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Man Utd and Arsenal-linked Neves 'completely focused'

The Portuguese midfielder is the centre of summer speculation, but he is ignoring any exit rumours at Molineux

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Pochettino responds to Pogba to PSG talk

The France international midfielder continues to be linked with a return to his homeland, but no official approach has been made yet

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Klopp outlines plan for Van Dijk ahead of season opener

The Reds boss is hoping to get more minutes into the Dutch centre-half and Joe Gomez before facing the Canaries on August 14

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Winterburn: Abraham would 'fit the bill' at Arsenal

The Gunners have been linked with a raid on London rivals Chelsea for the England international striker

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Oxlade-Chamberlain up for Firmino challenge

The England international is more at home in midfield, but Jurgen Klopp has been experimenting with him as a central striker

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'A new chapter' - Varane bids farewell to Madrid

The two centre-halves have departed Santiago Bernabeu this summer, with one now in France while another is heading for England

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Solskjaer: Fernandes 'catalyst' for 'next step'

The Red Devils boss says the Portuguese playmaker has helped to nudge his side closer to long-awaited major silverware

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Mexico face more homophobic chant sanctions

El Tri are into the final with old adversaries United States, but their supporters continue to make headlines for the wrong reasons

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'No-one seems to listen' - Dortmund firm on Haaland

Hans-Joachim Watzke, managing director of the Bundesliga giants, stated once again that the prolific Norwegian striker is not for sale

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Pochettino remains unsure over Mbappe future

A World Cup-winning forward has entered the final year of his current deal, but his manager says he will not be treated any differently

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Martinelli: Arteta is 'one of the best in the world'

The Brazilian forward is looking for the Gunners to burst out of the blocks in 2021-22 and start playing to their full potential

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Carvajal extends Real Madrid contract to 2025

The Spain international right-back has agreed fresh terms with the Liga giants that will allow him to smash through the 300-appearance barrier

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Gerrard responds to renewed talk of replacing Klopp

The Reds legend has made no secret of the fact that he would like to return to Anfield at some stage, but that day remains a long way off

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I didn't arrive at Real Madrid by accident - Jovic

The Serbian striker remains determined to prove his worth to the Blancos, but a loan door is being left open again in the summer window

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USMNT star Pulisic sets 'big target' at Chelsea

The United States international is looking to shake off the niggling knocks that have stunted his progress at times while at Stamford Bridge

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Mbappe reveals 'biggest dream' amid Real Madrid talk

The France international is already a World Cup winner, with his sights now being set on a Champions League crown

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Bailey 'ready for next step' amid talk of £25m Villa move

The Bayer Leverkusen winger is seeing a transfer to England speculated on once again, with a door being left wide open for offers

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Solskajer offers surgery update on Rashford

The Red Devils are preparing to make a decision on whether or not to send a star forward under the knife as they wait on returning internationals

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Benitez 'still making decisions' on Kean & Everton exits

The Toffees boss is using pre-season to get a good look at those he has at his disposal, including an Italian forward being linked with PSG

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Torreira saw psychologist amid 'bad time' at Arsenal

The 25-year-old midfielder sought professional assistance during his second season at Emirates Stadium in 2019-20

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Benitez offers his take on James amid exit talk

The Toffees coach is demanding more from the talented Colombian, with his fitness levels this summer yet to match his undoubted ability

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Aguero backed to fill Suarez void for Messi & Barca

The former Blaugrana and Albiceleste boss is pleased to see two international colleagues linking up at Camp Nou

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Ramos denied PSG debut by calf problem

The World Cup-winning defender is not being rushed into action for his new club following his move from Real Madrid as a free agent

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Lokonga picks Arsenal player he is most excited to work with

The Gunners new boy insists he will look to be himself at Emirates Stadium, but there are a number of stars that he looks up to

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Ferdinand asks 'the real question' of £41m Varane

The former Red Devils defender believes a World Cup winner can succeed at Old Trafford, but admits that he needs to adapt quickly

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'Shawberto Carlos' named Euro 2020's best player by icon

Roberto Carlos was impressed by an England star at the European Championship and expects the Three Lions to be World Cup challengers

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Chelsea-linked Haaland responds to talk of €175m price tag

The prolific Norwegian striker has seen a big-money move mooted, but he claims to have held no transfer talks with his agent

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FIFA Best winner Bronze: This year has not been the best

The 29-year-old defender was named World Player of the Year at the end of 2020 and is now chasing down gold medal glory in Tokyo

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Ronaldo returns to Juventus training after exit talk

The Portuguese superstar has entered the final year of his contract in Italy, but no departure is on the cards at present

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Arsenal-linked Neves has 'world at his feet' - Coady

A current Wolves team mate of the Portuguese midfielder is not surprised to see him attracting interest

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Ronaldinho: Messi 'must stay' at Barcelona

The Blaugrana icon is looking for an all-time great to sort out any contract issues at Camp Nou and further cement his legacy

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Arsenal-linked Ramsdale 'can become one of the best'

The Sheffield United goalkeeper is seeing a summer move mooted, with an ex-Bournemouth colleague talking up his potential

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Moyes has 'no great update' on Lingard pursuit

The Hammers are still hoping to bring a former loanee back onto their books from Manchester United, but patience is required

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'Some want to leave' - Tuchel braced for Chelsea sale calls

The Blues boss is giving everyone in his squad an opportunity to impress, but accepts that changes will be made in the summer window

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Kane's remark on De Bruyne proves he'll leave - Sheringham

The former Tottenham striker, who left himself to go chasing trophies at Manchester United, expects a summer deal to be done

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Williams offers future hint amid Liverpool exit talk

The Wales international is looking to remain at Anfield despite reports suggesting that he could be offloaded in the summer window

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Mourinho doesn't care if we play bad football - Mkhitaryan

The Armenia international midfielder was due to become a free agent this summer, but he has signed fresh terms under a familiar coach

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WATCH: Haaland signs shirt of child pitch invader

The Norwegian striker, who is seeing questions asked of his future this summer, granted a bizarre request during a meeting with Athletic Club

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Newcastle demand Willock loan answer from Arsenal

Steve Bruce remains keen on taking a talented 21-year-old back to St James' Park, either on a short-term deal or permanent transfer

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'He knows the consequences' - Smith Rowe asked for No.10

The Gunners have handed a new contract and iconic jersey to an academy graduate that they have high hopes for

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Telles injury blow for Man Utd ahead of new season

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has revealed that the Brazilian defender faces a race against time to make the start of the 2021-22 campaign

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Barca blasted by Fernandes over shock contract call

The Brazilian midfielder was released by La Liga giants in June after seeing just 17 minutes of competitive game time for the club

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Klopp casts doubt over Van Dijk & Gomez fitness for Norwich clash

The Reds boss is delighted to have two proven centre-halves back from injury, but their return to competitive action won't be rushed

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Chelsea-linked Kalajdzic addresses transfer talk

The towering frontman has seen a move to the Premier League mooted, and he is keeping all options open in the summer window

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Everton 'never a possibility' for Liverpool legend Gerrard

The former Reds star is currently in charge of Rangers but saw a return to Merseyside mooted following Carlo Ancelotti's departure

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'Haaland is not yet a world-class player'

A former favourite at Signal Iduna Park is a big fan of the prolific Norwegian striker, but feels there is still plenty of work for him to do

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Eriksen must have defibrillator removed for Inter return

The Danish midfielder suffered cardiac arrest while on international duty at Euro 2020 and may not be cleared for competitive action

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Real striker Benzema tests positive for Covid-19

The France international, who was on Euro 2020 duty with his country earlier in the summer, is being prevented from forming part of the Blancos squad

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Man Utd star Greenwood reacts to Van Persie comparisons

The Red Devils academy graduate has been likened to a Dutch forward of the past, with there obvious similarities in their respective games

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Barcelona admit 'there's a market for Griezmann'

The Blaugrana president is aware of "interest" in the World Cup-winning forward, with the Liga giants looking to raise funds from sales

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Bayern left-back Davies admits Shaw is 'clear' of him

The Canadian starlet is happy to admit that the England international defender ranks higher than him in the global pecking order

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Peart-Harris becomes latest youngster to leave Chelsea

The 18-year-old midfielder has signed a four-year contract with the Bees as he makes the short journey across west London

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Bate leaves Chelsea for Leeds in £1.5m deal

The 18-year-old midfielder, who snubbed the offer of fresh terms at Stamford Bridge, has agreed a deal in West Yorkshire through to 2024

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Man City 'getting another top striker' amid Kane & Haaland talk

A 22-year-old forward has headed out of the Etihad Stadium and joined Wolfsburg as he expected opportunities to remain limited

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Lokonga backed to emulate Lukaku and Tielemans

The 21-year-old midfielder is ready to take on the Premier League challenge says Anderlecht's sporting director, who is tipping him to shine

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Injury worry for Ceballos after limping out of Olympics clash

The 24-year-old midfielder suffered a knock during the first-half of his country's opening fixture at the Games in Tokyo

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Messi or Ronaldo? Greenwood makes his pick

The current Red Devils frontman is a big fan of the two superstar performers who have 11 Ballons d'Or between them

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Richarlison makes Premier League history at Olympics

The Toffees forward has hit the ground running in Tokyo, with a treble recorded in his country's opening game against Germany

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Pereira pushing for Man Utd exit

The Brazil international midfielder remains keen on heading back to Serie A as he looks to make the 2021-22 season a memorable one

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Everton sign Gray for £1.6m after six months in Germany

The former Leicester winger is heading back to the Premier League after spending just half a season in Germany

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Saka has Ozil's 'respect' after Euro 2020 penalty

The Gunners teenager missed from the spot in a final shootout with Italy, but a former team-mate is tipping a "great talent" for the top

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Tottenham told how to tie up Gollini & Romero deals

Luca Percassi admits that interest from England presents two top talents with "concrete" options, but no agreements have been reached as yet

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Trincao told Barcelona & Koeman were wrong for him

The 21-year-old's former coach in the Braga academy system believes a 2020 switch to Camp Nou was always destined to prove difficult

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Veteran keeper Carson signs one-year Man City deal

The 35-year-old former England international, who has spent two seasons on loan with the Blues, is back for more at the Etihad Stadium

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Wan-Bissaka feels like he's 'made it' at Man Utd

The 23-year-old defender enjoyed a meteoric rise to prominence at Crystal Palace before completing a £50m move to Old Trafford

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Agent claims Arsenal have bid €40m for Locatelli

The representative of a promising midfielder on the Bianconeri's books has been discussing a mooted deal for a Euro 2020 winner

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Lokonga picks out his best position for Arsenal

The 21-year-old midfielder has become the latest addition at Emirates Stadium and believes he has plenty to offer

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Everton suspend first-team player amid police investigation

The Premier League club have confirmed that a member of their squad is the subject of inquiries from authorities

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Atletico president on Griezmann and Saul transfer talk

Enrique Cerezo admits "everything is possible" when it comes to the French forward coming back, but is unaware of any deals being discussed

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Ravanelli reveals Donnarumma regret for Juventus

The former striker was on the Bianconeri's books when a promising goalkeeper took in a trial with the Turin giants back in 2011-12

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'Jimenez has even more power because he’s got the headband'

Eight months on from suffering a fractured skull in a meeting with Arsenal, a Mexico international frontman has returned to action

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Messi will always have a role in my team - Ramos

The veteran defender lined up against an iconic Argentine on many occasions in Spain, but he is now taking on a new challenge at PSG

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Koeman admits Dembele situation is 'complicated'

The World Cup-winning forward has entered the final year of his current deal, with transfer talk being generated as a result

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Leeds striker Bamford airs Olympics dream

The Whites frontman is hoping that an agreement can be reached that allows Team GB to compete in future men's football events

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Rooney gives his take on Sancho to Man Utd

A man who enjoyed many memorable years at Old Trafford considers a £73m deal for the England international to be good business

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Klopp gives Alexander-Arnold and Gomez injury update

The Reds boss is confident the two England international defenders will figure in his pre-season plans having been nursing knocks

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Newcastle to keep 'badgering away' at Arsenal for Willock

The Magpies saw the talented 21-year-old midfielder catch the eye during a spell at St James' Park in the 2020-21 campaign

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Depay targets 'many titles' & sees Barca as 'perfect' fit

The Netherlands international, who is joining the Blaugrana as a free agent, has touched down in Catalunya to take on a new challenge

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Milner embraces 'strange' situation at Liverpool

The Reds found themselves short on defensive options at times last season, but Jurgen Klopp is now well stocked at the back

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Inter offered Lukaku assurances amid transfer talk

The Belgian striker's agent says the Serie A champions have nothing to fear from his client during the summer window

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Arteta expecting 'some new faces' at Arsenal

The Premier League heavyweights are heading to America for the Florida Cup as they look to wrap up transfer business

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Tomori feels no pressure from £25m price tag

The highly-rated defender has completed a permanent move to San Siro from Chelsea and is eager to impress for Serie A giants

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Telles offers Man Utd future hint amid transfer talk

The Brazilian left-back has struggled for game time behind Luke Shaw at Old Trafford, but he is not looking to head for the exits

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Haaland reflects on 'sad' Sancho transfer to Man Utd

With an England international winger returning to his homeland at Old Trafford, a Norwegian frontman needs another source of assists

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Walker & Mount sing 'Sweet Caroline' on England group holiday

A number of those that suffered European Championship final heartache with the Three Lions are still bonding during a summer vacation

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