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Thiago explains celebration after breaking goal duck

The Spain international midfielder is finally off the mark for the Reds, but has dedicated his effort to those stuck on the bench

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Liverpool legend Fowler talks up Watkins raid

The former Reds striker believes an England international on the books of a Premier League rival could be a shrewd addition at Anfield

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Greenwood wants record out of reach after topping Rooney

The highly-rated forward boasts more goals for the Red Devils than any other teenager, with it his intention to keep raising that bar

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McGregor reacts to Man Utd and Celtic talk

The MMA icon has suggested that he would be interested in buying into the Red Devils, while discussions have been held at Parkhead

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Arteta gives Smith Rowe injury update

The 20-year-old playmaker was forced out of the 3-1 victory over the Baggies, but the hope is that no serious damage has been suffered

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Koeman convinced Barcelona contract will be honoured

The Blaugrana boss is tied to terms through to the summer of 2022 and does not expect that agreement to be cut short

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Man City suffer worst home record in 43 years to delay title party

Pep Guardiola's side still have one hand on a top-flight crown, but they have found clean sheets hard to come by at the Etihad of late

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Ramsey admits to Juventus frustration amid exit talk

The 30-year-old midfielder has struggled to make the desired impact in Italy since leaving Arsenal as a free agent in 2019

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Zidane addresses Hazard transfer talk at Real Madrid

The French coach says a man that apologised for laughing with former Chelsea team-mates remains fully committed to the Blancos

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Klopp hints at Liverpool future for Minamino

The Japan international was allowed to head out of Anfield in the winter window, but will be welcomed back to Anfield over the summer

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'Ronaldo lives for goals & has always been a champion'

The AC Milan defender is preparing to face the Portuguese superstar in Serie A on Sunday and expects another tough test

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Lingard told he can become a 'God' like Di Canio at West Ham

The England international has been enjoying a productive loan spell in the East End from West Ham, with a permanent deal being mooted

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Bayern Munich land ninth successive Bundesliga title

Domestic dominance has been maintained by those at the Allianz Arena, with change now on the cards over the summer

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Lukaku told he's unstoppable with 'American football' build

Antonio Pintus has been working with the Belgian striker at San Siro and believes he has become almost impossible to contain

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'Aguero would be a great signing for Barcelona'

A prolific Argentine frontman is set to become a free agent this summer and has seen a switch to Catalunya mooted for some time

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Hitzfeld explains how Haaland will become a Bayern target

A man who has spent time as manager of Bayern and Borussia Dortmund can see a prolific Norwegian attracting further interest

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Ramos suffers fresh injury setback as Real contract runs down

The World Cup-winning defender, who has struggled with niggling knocks this season, is now nursing a hamstring problem

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'If Liverpool could get Suarez on a free that'd be ideal'

The Reds legend would like to see the Uruguayan frontman return to Anfield, but does not consider another number nine to be a top priority

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Klopp reacts to Man Utd protests

The Liverpool manager feels supporters should be allowed to vent their anger against owners, but only if peace is maintained throughout

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Juanfran names 'unbearable' Neymar as most irritating opponent

The former Rojiblancos defender faced the Brazilian forward during his time at Barcelona and admits he was a nuisance to come up against

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Matic praises 'amazing' De Gea

The Spaniard has been forced to watch as Dean Henderson lines up between the sticks, but he was back in action against Roma

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Solskjaer ready to anger rivals with rotation

The Red Devils are facing a hectic run-in, meaning that their manager is going to have to tinker with his plans on a regular basis

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Eriksen 'really happy' at Inter after tough start

The former Tottenham star has faced plenty of challenges in Italy, but he is now thriving under Antonio Conte and is a Serie A title winner

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Ancelotti rejects Szczesny rumours as Dortmund circle

The Toffees boss says he is not in the market for another shot-stopper this summer, but German giants are keen on the Poland international

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Wijnaldum's agent opens door for Bayern Munich move

The Netherlands international midfielder will see his current contract expire in the summer, with various landing spots now being mooted

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'Guardiola has never wanted to hurt Barca by taking Messi'

Valenti Guardiola admits that his son would welcome an iconic figure to the Etihad Stadium, but he is not expecting a move to be made

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Man Utd legends urge Kane or Haaland swoop despite Cavani heroics

Two iconic figures from the Red Devils' past believe "a proper centre-forward" is still required at Old Trafford for "the next five years"

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Arteta makes admission on Arsenal future

The Spaniard is seeing his position called into question once again after failing to put his side in contention for continental glory

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Kane convinced trophies 'will come' amid transfer talk

The England captain is yet to get his hands on a major trophy, with speculation suggesting he may need to move to end that barren run

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Hazard savaged by Courtois' father for laughing after CL exit

The Belgian forward was spotted joking with former team-mates at Stamford Bridge in the wake of a disappointing defeat for the Blancos

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'If they let him, Guardiola would play 11 Iniestas'

The World Cup winner worked under the Catalan coach at Bayern Munich and believes he now favours "a more cautious style"

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Werner backing Chelsea to become 'best team in the world'

The German forward helped the Blues to overcome Real Madrid in the semi-finals and now has his sights set on European glory

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Greenwood has 'never sulked' during Man Utd bench duty

A promising product of the Red Devils' academy system has often been asked to fill an impact role in the 2020-21 campaign

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Silva's wife lauds Werner after previously mocking misses

The Germany international, who fluffed his lines in the first leg of a meeting with the Blancos, has helped to book a Champions League final berth

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Ter Stegen talks up Haaland amid Barcelona rumours

The Blaugrana goalkeeper admits to being a big fan of a Norwegian striker that boasts the potential to star for his next club for "10 years"

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Alaba explains why he's leaving Bayern 'comfort zone'

The versatile Austrian has confirmed that he will be severing ties with the German champions and becoming a free agent in the summer

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'He’s not leaving Wolves!' - Coady on Neto's Liverpool links

A former Reds star has been quizzing the club captain at Molineux on a Portuguese winger that is said to be on the radar at Anfield

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Conte's former assistant lifts the lid on Mourinho spat

Two fiery characters butted heads during their time together in England and will be rekindling that rivalry in Serie A next season

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Elliott tells Liverpool he's '100 per cent' ready for first team

The talented midfielder is still just 18 years of age, but he believes a regular role can be found in Jurgen Klopp's plans next season

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Ryan tells Arsenal he's 'world-class' amid Leno questions

The Australian shot-stopper is currently on loan at the Gunners from Brighton, but a permanent move could be made this summer

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Mourinho in rapid return to coaching at Roma

The Portuguese, who has previously worked in Serie A with Inter, has wasted little time in finding a new job after being sacked by Tottenham

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Inter told Kante signing would be Sneijder-esque

The former Nerazzurri president would love to see a World Cup-winning midfielder added to a squad that has already claimed the Serie A title

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Gravenberch offered advice amid Liverpool & Chelsea links

The 18-year-old midfielder has enjoyed a meteoric rise to prominence, but has been advised against rushing his future development

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Son 'so sad' Mourinho left Spurs without success

The South Korean forward remains a big fan of a Portuguese coach that was relieved of his duties in north London before landing a trophy

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Cavani eager to 'leave something positive behind' at Man Utd

The Uruguayan striker is approaching the end of his initial deal with the Red Devils, with fresh terms and a move elsewhere being mooted

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Mendy tells Chelsea when to expect best of Werner and Havertz

The Blues goalkeeper works with two proven performers on a daily basis and expects them to perform at their peak next season

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Overmars responds to Van de Beek-Ajax rumours

The Eredivisie champions' director of football has ruled out a move for a familiar face and admitted that Andre Onana could leave this summer

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Dortmund to repeat Lewandowski stance with Haaland

The Bundesliga giants have no intention of parting with a prolific frontman and have shown in the past that they can resist interest from afar

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Guardiola sees £20m signing go from 'little boy' to a man

The Blues bought into the potential of a 21-year-old Spain international when prising him away from Valencia and have seen him mature in England

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Real Madrid rule Varane out of Chelsea clash

The World Cup-winning defender will play no part against the Blues at Stamford Bridge after picking up an untimely injury

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Cazorla convinced Arteta is right for Arsenal

The ex-Gunners midfielder believes his former team-mate can "achieve big things" if given time to succeed at Emirates Stadium

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Schmeichel slams 'idiot troublemakers' at Old Trafford

The legendary former Red Devils goalkeeper believes considered action is required as finding a big-money buyer is unlikely

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Upamecano explains choosing Bayern over PL

The highly-rated French defender will be leaving RB Leipzig over the summer, with Julian Nagelsmann set to join him at Allianz Arena

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Aubameyang 'dying a little bit' after Arsenal return

The Gabonese frontman was included from the off against Newcastle - his first start in a month - with a bout of malaria now shaken off

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Tuchel reveals Ramos and Rudiger plans

The Blues are set to play host to Los Blancos on Wednesday with a place in the Champions League final up for grabs

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Van der Sar addresses talk of succeeding Woodward at Man Utd

The legendary former Red Devils goalkeeper is ruling nothing out, as he continues to fill a role at Ajax, but says no approach has been made

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Moyes reacts to talk of £40m Abraham raid

The England international has been struggling for regular game time under Thomas Tuchel, but any suitors will need to spend big on him

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Pochettino: Mbappe could face Man City despite injury

The World Cup winner will form part of his manager's plans in the second leg of their Champions League semi-final tie

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Tuchel tops Mourinho to make Premier League history

The Blues boss has secured more shutouts through his opening 15 games than any manager before him in the English top flight

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Arteta: £72m man Pepe has 'come a long way in last few months'

The Ivorian forward has struggled to live up to his price tag at Emirates Stadium, but has shown signs of finding form this season

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Neville insists Inter Miami job wasn't a gift from Beckham

The ex-Manchester United star is working alongside a former team-mate in America, but claims that post was secured on merit

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Pogba picks World Cup winner & Real star as toughest foes

The Manchester United midfielder has lined up against some of the vesy best in the business, with two rivals standing out for him

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Pogba to Real possible as Raiola speculates on Hazard swap

The French midfielder's agent believes a move to Spain could happen if there is a desire from all sides to put an agreement in place

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Koeman: Ban would've been 20 games if I'd said something

The Blaugrana boss has been sanctioned over alleged abuse of a fourth official, but he maintains that he did nothing wrong

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Lacazette lined up for Arsenal return against Villarreal

The Gunners will be without their French forward against Newcastle but he, along with David Luiz, is edging back into contention

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Aguero will get chance to break Rooney goal record

The Blues boss intends to use the South American over the final weeks of the season as his contract runs down towards free agency

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Salah yet to discuss new Liverpool contract

The Egyptian forward is tied down until 2023, but he is yet to talk fresh terms at Anfield and has hinted at making a move elsewhere

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Pirlo unfazed by Juve exit rumours after owner talks

The World Cup winner has faced some uncomfortable questions this season, but he remains fully committed to a demanding post in Turin

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Arteta ready to discuss Smith Rowe deal at Arsenal

The Gunners boss admits one home-grown star has earned the right to talk terms, with plans being drawn up for further additions

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Aguero 'ready' to face PSG after City injury struggle

The Argentine striker was back among the goals in a Premier League clash with Crystal Palace and wants to keep his place in Europe

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No extension talks for James but Everton star is 'happy'

The Toffees boss says no contract discussions have been held with a South American star as his immediate future is already secure

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'Maybe next season is premature' - Mourinho won't rush return

The former Chelsea and Manchester United boss finds himself out of work and will wait on the right offer before filling another role

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Van de Beek trolled by Groenen over Old Trafford minutes

A Dutch performer for the Red Devils' women's team has poked fun at a compatriot who continues to struggle for competitive minutes

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Klinsmann uses Jordan as inspiration for Werner

The former Germany international is confident that his fellow countryman will come good at Stamford Bridge and silence the critics

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Mingueza signs Barca deal with €100m buy-out clause

The Masia academy graduate had been due to hit free agency this summer, but a breakthrough campaign has delivered fresh terms

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Jota admits Liverpool 'didn't do our job properly'

The Reds remain in the hunt for a top-four finish this season, but they have been making life difficult for themselves in a testing campaign

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Carragher calls for end to Salah, Mane & Firmino era

The Reds legend believes "something else" is needed in the final third at Anfield after enjoying so much success with a settled unit

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Moyes expects to attract interest from 'big clubs'

The Scot, who is doing a fine job at West Ham, is in no hurry to fill another post but believes his best days as coach may still be to come

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Keown claims Arteta 'doesn't like' Arsenal outcast Martinelli

The highly-rated Brazilian forward has endured injury problems this season, but a regular starting berth is proving hard to come by

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Wilson makes 'so be it' admission on Liverpool future

The Wales international winger is currently taking in a loan spell at Cardiff and admits that he may need to leave Anfield on a permanent basis

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Silva on Mbappe: It's much better to play with him on your side

The Portugal international played with the World Cup winner at Monaco and considers him to be "one of the best" at just 22 years of age

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Bayern president refutes €25m Nagelsmann fee claims

The German champions have reached an agreement that will see them replace Hansi Flick with RB Leipzig's current coach from 2021-22

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Pulisic is an 'amazing player' - Azpilicueta

The Blues captain thinks the American forward has become "a very important" player for the Premier League giants

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Mari: Arsenal must be at 'full gas' to reach EL final

The Gunners trail Villarreal 2-1 in their semi-final, but have an away goal and boosted confidence heading back to Emirates Stadium

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Fernandes sets ambitious goal target at Man Utd

The Red Devils talisman has found the target on 26 occasions this season, but he is looking to blast through the 30-goal barrier

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Doubt cast over Boca move for Torreira

The Uruguay international has made no secret of his desire to head for South America this summer, but finances may scupper those plans

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Kabak settled at Liverpool 'easier than someone else would'

The Turkish defender moved to Anfield on loan from Schalke during the winter window and could see that switch made permanent

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Saka responds to claims he is 'carrying Arsenal'

The talented teenager has become a key part of the Gunners' plans for the present and future, but he is eager to avoid any added pressure

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Van Gaal names 10 missed targets at Man Utd

The former Red Devils boss says he asked for a number of global superstars to be signed, but none arrived at Old Trafford

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Pogba takes inspiration from Brady, Jordan and Ali

The World Cup-winning Frenchman looks to elite performers from other sports to help him scale new heights

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Barcelona haven't taken advantage of Messi enough - Xavi

An Argentine icon may yet commit to a new contract at Camp Nou, but a former team-mate admits he has looked frustrated at times this season

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Carvajal adds to Real Madrid injury woes

The Spain international defender was forced out of Los Blancos' Champions League clash with Chelsea after picking up another muscle complaint

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'PSG have wanted Messi every year'

The Argentina international was once charged with the task of trying to lure his fellow countryman to Parc des Princes, and rumours continue to rage

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Almiron clears up confusion around Newcastle future

The Paraguay international was considered to have hinted at making a move elsewhere, but he claims comments have been misinterpreted

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Christensen in Chelsea contract hope

The 25-year-old centre-half is currently tied to terms through to 2022, but is looking to remain at Stamford Bridge beyond that

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Florenzi warns Man City they 'haven't won the war yet'

Pep Guardiola's side hold a 2-1 advantage following the game at Parc des Princes, with there still all to play for at the Etihad Stadium

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Rodgers responds to talk of succeeding Mourinho at Spurs

The Northern Irishman is among those to have seen a move to north London mooted, but he is happy in the East Midlands for now

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UEFA joins English football in social media boycott

Governing bodies across the sport are uniting to take a stance against those who continue to tarnish the game

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Fernandes hopes to manage Man Utd one day

The Portugal international midfielder has plenty still to achieve as a player, but is already planning a move into the dugout

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Tottenham told to 'break the bank for Brendan Rodgers'

The former Spurs striker was not surprised to see a Portuguese coach moved on and now wants a raid to be launched on Leicester City

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Miranda discusses Barcelona future as contract runs down

The 21-year-old left-back has been catching the eye this season on loan at Real Betis and is eager to see regular minutes heading forward

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Henry, Bergkamp & Vieira concern raised in Arsenal takeover talk

Another member of the Gunners' fabled 'Invincibles' squad is not sure how the presence of so many legends in north London would work

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Bayern name Nagelsmann as coach in record-breaking €25m deal

The Bundesliga title holders have lured a highly-rated coach away from RB Leipzig on a five-year deal after learning that Hansi Flick is to depart

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'Messi will continue' - Former vice-president expects Barca deal

Jordi Mestre says money will not be a determining factor in talks with a club talisman and claims a Super League is necessary for top teams

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Former City star Dzeko not 'scared' of Man Utd

The experienced Bosnian frontman is returning to England for the first time since leaving the Etihad Stadium and is excited by the challenge

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USMNT star Steffen thought Man City interest was a joke

The American goalkeeper has helped the Blues to Carabao Cup glory after securing a switch from Columbus Crew in 2019

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'Lukaku at the level of Haaland, Lewandowski and Benzema'

A legend from Belgium's past believes a star of the present has cemented a standing among the best forwards of the modern era

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Vinicius talks up video game benefit of being a Real star

The Brazilian forward admits there are plenty of challenges when representing one of the world's biggest clubs, but there are also many perks

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PFA urges players to join social media boycott

Clubs across the game have already signed up to a blackout that will run from April 30 to May 3

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Balogun signs new long-term contract at Arsenal

The highly-rated 19-year-old will be staying at Emirates Stadium, with the New York-born youngster agreeing fresh terms with the Gunners

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Man Utd face a lot of issues without big spend - Ince

The ex-Red Devils midfielder is concerned by speculation surrounding a number of players as those at Old Trafford seek to become title contenders

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Chelsea-linked Ginter responds to transfer talk

The World Cup-winning defender is generating exit rumours again in Germany as his current club struggle to secure European qualification

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Finishing faults of Firmino and Mane puzzle Crouch

The former Reds striker is not writing seasoned performers off, but admits that they have "something to prove" heading towards next year

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Emery: Arteta and Arsenal are a 'good marriage'

The Villarreal manager, who is about to face his former employers, believes positive progress can be made in north London after recent struggles

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Hazard ready for Chelsea reunion as Kroos returns

Zinedine Zidane has given a fitness update on his squad, with Ferland Mendy set to miss out against the Blues this week

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Robertson annoyed by Liverpool making 'same mistakes'

The 2019-20 Premier League champions are in serious danger of missing out on a top-four finish and Champions League qualification this season

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Werner makes UCL point to Chelsea critics

The Germany international walked away from a shot at glory with RB Leipzig last season and has unfinished business in European competition

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Kean 'disappointed' to have left Juventus

The Italy international forward, who is currently on loan at PSG from Everton, is ruling nothing out when it comes to future transfers

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Dalot's agent makes 'great European club' claim

The Portuguese defender has spent the 2020-21 campaign at San Siro, but will be due back at Old Trafford over the summer

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Koeman makes prediction on future as Barca boss

The Blaugrana legend, who returned to Catalunya in 2020, believes he will be given a chance to honour his contract

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Man Utd-linked Pau Torres makes 'important club' admission

The highly-rated Villarreall defender is eager to keep his focus locked on the present, but makes no secret of his future ambition

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Tuchel tells goal-shy Chelsea strikers to do their job

The Blues boss has seen none of his out-and-out frontmen hit more than six Premier League goals in the 2020-21 campaign

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Klopp admits Liverpool not deserving of Champions League spot

The Reds boss saw his side drop two points late on against the Magpies, with that result leaving them sixth in the table

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Fred makes Raphinha transfer admission amid Man Utd links

The Red Devils midfielder is a big fan of his fellow Brazilian and expects interest to be stepped up ahead of another window

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Salah makes Liverpool history as he reaches 20-goal mark again

The Egyptian forward, who has been a prolific presence throughout his time at Anfield, has maintained a remarkable level of consistency

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'Everybody dreams of destroying the PL in Europe'

The former Gunners boss, who now fills a role at FIFA, claims a divisive proposal from 12 elite clubs was "born dead"

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Matic sees 'positive' to talks with protesting Man Utd fans

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer spoke with supporters that stepped up their 'Glazer Out' protest in the wake of a Super League debacle

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'Illogical and absurd' - Zidane on Real being removed from CL

The Blancos boss expects his side to face Chelsea in the semi-finals and has also offered a positive update on Eden Hazard's fitness

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Tuchel makes Chelsea history as Blues topple Hammers

The German tactician is yet to taste defeat on the road as Blues boss, with none of his predecessors able to match an impressive record

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'Anything is possible' - Klinsmann reacts to Tottenham talk

The German, who took in two spells with Spurs as a player, has managed Bayern Munich and the USMNT in the past and remains out of work

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Lewandowski plans to play 'for at least another five years'

The prolific Pole is tied to a contract with the German champions through to 2023 and intends to extend his career beyond that point

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Flick yet to be approached about Germany job

The man currently calling the shots at the Allianz Arena will be leaving his post in the summer and could head into an international role

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Lingard considered 'time out' during Man Utd struggles

The England international, who saw little game time before and after a coronavirus-enforced lockdown, has rediscovered a spark at West Ham

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Fred bills Man Utd vs Leeds as 'English football Clasico'

The Red Devils are due to make the trip from Lancashire to Yorkshire on Sunday as two old adversaries ready themselves for Premier League battle

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'He looks happier' - Pique waiting on Messi contract call

A man who has spent many memorable years working alongside an iconic Argentine at Camp Nou claims to have no inside knowledge on discussions

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Pirlo responds as Ronaldo again criticised for ducking in wall

The Bianconeri head coach admits that he has a decision to make on the Portuguese after seeing him fail to perform blocking duties

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Zidane hopes Benzema remains at Real Madrid 'for a long time'

The Blancos boss saw his fellow Frenchman bag another two goals in a win over Cadiz and is looking for him to stick around "for a long time"

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Ancelotti thought Super League was 'a joke'

The Italian, who is currently in charge of Everton, has hit out at those who attempted to put a breakaway competition in place

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'Barca disappointed me the least' - Ceferin mulling over sanctions

Plans to introduce another elite European competition have been shelved for now, with 12 clubs sweating on possible action against them

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Everton slam 'preposterous arrogance' of Super League six

The Toffees have slammed Premier League rivals acting "in their own interests", with the backlash against them considered to be "deserved"

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Klopp to Bayern Munich talk addressed by Rummenigge

The Bundesliga champions are set to see Hansi Flick walk away in the summer, leaving them in the market for another manager

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Ronaldo will not come back to Real Madrid - Perez

The Blancos president is not looking to re-sign a five-time Ballon d'Or winner and claims no contact has been made with Kylian Mbappe

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Fernandes explains how Pogba has made him better

The Portuguese playmaker has been a revelation for the Red Devils, but claims working with a French colleague has aided his cause

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Carragher warns Klopp exit would see FSG run out 'in a week'

The Reds legend has hit out at those calling the shots at Anfield, with decisions that impact the collective being made with personal gain in mind

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FIFA warns Super League clubs of 'consequences'

Gianni Infantino has once again been stating his opposition to the creation of a breakaway competition in Europe involving elite clubs

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Abraham 'worried' and 'angry' about Chelsea situation

The Blues boss admits that a striker struggling for game time at present will be asking questions of his future at Stamford Bridge

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FIFA warns Super League clubs of 'consequences'

Gianni Infantino has once again been stating his opposition to the creation of a breakaway competition in Europe involving elite clubs

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Premier League 'unanimously and vigorously' reject Super League plan

Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal, Tottenham, Liverpool and Manchester City have signed up to form part of a new European competition

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Spurs owner half-interested & sees SL as cash cow - Redknapp

The former Tottenham manager is surprised to see the north London giants threatening to breakaway, but admits money talks to those in charge

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Mane admits to 'really, really tough time' during goal drought

The Senegalese forward was back on target in the Reds' 1-1 draw with Leeds and claims to have never doubted his ability to deliver

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Zidane claims opinion doesn't matter in Super League debate

The Blancos boss is reluctant to be drawn into the debate regarding a competition that his board have signed La Liga giants up for

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'Perez was clueless, now he's lost' - Tebas blasts Real president

A leading figure at Santiago Bernabeu has claimed that a new competition will help football as a whole, but he has little support

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McTominay bills Greenwood as 'once every 10 years' talent

An Old Trafford team-mate of the teenage frontman says the sky is the limit for one of the hottest prospects around

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UEFA president slams 'snakes' Woodward and Agnelli

With 12 sides stating their intention to form a breakaway competition, the head of European football has blasted back at their actions

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'If Mane or Firmino went somewhere else they'd be exhilarating'

The former Reds striker cannot understand why questions are being asked of a proven attacking unit that also includes Mohamed Salah

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Guardiola makes cup final call on USMNT star Steffen

The Blues boss insists that he will stick to his original plan of leaving first-choice goalkeeper Ederson out of domestic cup competition

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'This idea will not go far' - Wenger casts Super League doubt

The former Gunners manager, who now fills a role at FIFA, says any project that threatens the "unity" of football will be opposed

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Herrera and Ozil among players slamming Super League

The former Manchester United and Arsenal midfielders have slammed those that are planning to form a breakaway competition made up of elite clubs

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Mourinho sacked by Spurs ahead of Carabao Cup final

The former Chelsea and Manchester United manager has been relieved of his duties in the wake of a Super League announcement in north London

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Rakitic expecting Kounde bids from 'biggest clubs in the world'

The Sevilla defender remains on the radar of leading sides across Europe and a current colleague would understand if he wanted to leave

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Nketiah makes 'disappointing' admission at Arsenal

The England U21 international stepped off the bench to earn the Gunners a point against Fulham, bringing a frustrating run to a close

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Arsenal & Atletico-linked Buendia responds to transfer talk

The Argentine playmaker has seen a move away from Carrow Road mooted and is reluctant to speculate on what his future might hold

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Klopp: Golden Boot added motivation for 'selfish' Salah

The Reds manager admits that his Egyptian frontman is determined to get his hands on a third Premier League top scorer prize

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Carragher sickened by Liverpool's 'betrayal of heritage'

The Reds legend has added his voice to those condemning the actions of elite continental outfits and their proposals for a new competition

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Tuchel trusts Chelsea on Super League plans

The German has seen the Blues agree to form part of a new continental competition, but proposals have been widely condemned

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'It doesn't look good' - Pep worried over De Bruyne injury

The Belgium international midfielder was forced from the field early in the second-half, handing Pep Guardiola an untimely headache

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'I don't think I'm a disaster of a coach' - Zidane quizzed on future

The Blancos boss is reluctant to be drawn on how long he will be sticking around at Santiago Bernabeu as there is always "a lot of talk"

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Minamino unsure if he has Liverpool future

The Japan international is currently taking in a loan spell at Southampton and admits to not knowing where he will be in 2021-22

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Greenwood's response to drought & critics no surprise to McNeil

A man who once played alongside the teenager in the Red Devils' academy ranks always expected a hot prospect to respond positively

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Pau Torres reacts to Man Utd & Real Madrid transfer talk

The Spain international defender is seeing a summer move mooted, but he has no intention of pushing for a big-money switch

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Klopp gives Phillips 'best heading statistics in history of PL!'

The Reds manager has been very impressed with the efforts of a no-nonsense centre-half during a breakthrough campaign at Anfield

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Ronaldo ruled out for Juventus with thigh injury

The Bianconeri will be without their talismanic Portuguese forward against Atalanta, but an Argentina international is ready to step in

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Braithwaite: Barca saw I could play at a lot higher level

The Denmark international forward has spent over 12 months at Camp Nou and believes he is deserving of a place at La Liga giants

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Madrid sweating on Mendy injury ahead of Chelsea semi-final

The Blancos have suffered another untimely fitness blow, with their French left-back picking up a calf complaint

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Arsenal-linked Hakimi makes Inter future statement

The highly-rated defender has seen a move away from San Siro mooted, but he intends to spend "a long time" in his current surroundings

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Jorginho feels 'underappreciated' at Chelsea

The Italy international is aware that his value to the collective cause continues to be questioned, but he is happy with his contribution

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Barnes: Why 28-goal Salah has outshone Mane

The former Reds midfielder believes injury struggles at Anfield in 2020-21 have hit the Senegalese forward harder than those around him

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I can't understand why Lingard didn't play for Man Utd! - Coufal

The West Ham defender is enjoying working alongside "unbelievable" talent in east London and believes European qualification can be secured

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Mingueza expecting contract talks with Barcelona

The 21-year-old defender has enjoyed a breakthrough season with the Blaugrana, but will see his current deal expire in the summer

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Ziyech explains struggles after €40m Chelsea move

The Morocco international winger has found the going tough at times in 2020-21, but he has vowed to always believe in himself

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Arteta lauds Lacazette as 'glue' holding Arsenal together

The French striker has not always been an option that the Gunners can rely on, but he has stepped up in style over recent weeks

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'Cavani's a big name and shows every day why he's a big name'

The Red Devils midfielder is delighted to be working with a Uruguayan that boasts the ability to impact present and future stars at Old Trafford

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Messi has, more or less, made up his mind - Zubizarreta

The former Blaugrana goalkeeper believes the iconic Argentine forward has already made a decision on whether or not to sign a new contract

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Firmino assesses his form in 'difficult' season

The Brazil international admits he has struggled in 2020-21, but is determined to rediscover his spark

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Gabriel admits debut Arsenal season far from 'perfect'

The Brazilian defender has made positive progress at Emirates Stadium but admits that he remains on a steep learning curve in English football

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Berbatov uses Man Utd title drought as Kane transfer warning

A man who once made his own move from north London to the north west is not convinced that Old Trafford is the best landing spot at present

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Ancelotti sends Kean transfer message to PSG

The Toffees allowed the striker to head for France during the summer window of 2020, but no permanent deal has been put in place

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Pogba: Mourinho went against the players

The France international is unable to explain why his relationship with the former Red Devils boss broke down, but he has criticised his methods

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Why should I dream of Vialli, Van Basten & Lineker? - Tuchel

The Blues boss believes that he has the right players at his disposal, with the option there for him to field a central frontman or a 'false nine'

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Lloris defends 'disgrace' assessment of Spurs

The French goalkeeper held nothing back after seeing Tottenham dumped out of Europe, but insists everyone in north London feels the same

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City and Juve-linked Locatelli makes transfer admission

The highly-rated midfielder says taking on a challenge outside his native Italy could be "an option" for him in upcoming seasons

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Greenwood: Solskjaer has told me about 1999 heroics many times

The talented teenager is looking to nail down a starting berth for the Red Devils, but will always be ready to step off the bench when required

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Courtois looking forward to Chelsea reunion

The Belgium international goalkeeper left Stamford Bridge for Santiago Bernabeu in 2018, but is now preparing for a return to west London

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Spurs mocked by Dulux after partnership announced

The paint suppliers jokingly responded to number of comments on social media - before hastily deleting the posts

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Zidane: Real haven't won anything yet

The Frenchman has his side in La Liga and Champions League contention after previously seeing his methods called into question

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Klopp challenges Liverpool to 'earn' UCL return

The Reds have seen their latest European adventure come to a close and must now focus on securing a top-four finish in the Premier League

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James admits UCL surprise in 'strange' Chelsea season

The Blues defender admits they have exceeded expectations by putting themselves in contention for continental glory

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Scholes raises Man Utd fear in 'perfect' Haaland pursuit

The Red Devils legend would love to see the prolific Norwegian frontman at Old Trafford, but admits he could head for Manchester City

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Foden tweet to Mbappe draws 'authenticity' warning

The Manchester City star is one of several footballers to have seen representatives trusted to post on their behalf deliver questionable messages

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Aguero to Arsenal rumours cause a 'big worry'

The former full-back can appreciate why the Argentine would be wanted in north London but has questioned whether a deal is right for all parties

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