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Hamann slams Dortmund for Reus captaincy call

The former Germany international cannot understand why a player with such a poor fitness record hard been charged with leading BVB in 2020-21

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'Juve must play 4-2-4 against Barca'

The Bianconeri legend has urged his former team mate to alter his system ahead of the Blaugrana's arrival at Allianz Stadium in midweek

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Pogba brands rumours of imminent France retirement 'fake news'

The midfielder has dismissed any suggestion he will walk away from the France squad after comments from his country's leader on Islamist terrorism

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'Man Utd can copy Leicester to punish Arsenal'

The Gunners legend is worried by the way Mikel Arteta's side are playing, heading into a crucial trip to Old Trafford next weekend

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'Arteta is making the same mistake as Emery at Arsenal'

The former England international thinks the man currently in charge at Emirates Stadium needs to alter his managerial approach

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De Jong reveals advice from Koeman prior to Barcelona move

The Dutchman says a former Netherlands manager advised him on a possible move to Camp Nou before becoming his boss in Catalonia a year later

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Arteta praised for 'sticking to his guns' over Ozil

The ex-Gunners striker is "gutted" with how the German's career at Emirates Stadium has turned out, but fully understands the current manager's stance

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Ronaldo 'under investigation' for coronavirus breach

Vincenzo Spadafora has reasserted his belief that the Portuguese broke Covid-19 rules when returning to Turin after the international break

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Cavani backed for Man Utd success by Owen

The former Red Devil is confident that the Uruguayan will deliver the goods in the final third for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side

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Coutinho set to miss Juve clash with hamstring injury

The Blaugrana could be without a key figure when they take on the Bianconeri in the Champions League group stages this week

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Liverpool advised on 'ready-made' Van Dijk replacement

Former Reds defender Mark Lawrenson thinks a Premier League star is capable of filling the boots of the Dutchman while he recovers from injury

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'Griezmann no longer knows how to play with Barca'

The former France international has urged his fellow countryman to seek a transfer away from Camp Nou

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Conte reveals reason for Lautaro anger after sub

The Nerazzurri coach played down any suggestion of friction between him and the Argentine after watching his side triumph on Saturday

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'It's time for Pogba to move on'

The former Red Devil sees no reason for the enigmatic Frenchman to stick around at Old Trafford beyond the end of the current season

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UCL qualification for Everton 'doable' - Rooney

The former Goodison Park favourite is confident that the Toffees are heading in the right direction under Carlo Ancelotti

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Mahrez open to PSG or Marseille move

The Algerian winger hasn't ruled out a return to France despite being contracted to remain at Etihad Stadium until 2023

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'Saliba will succeed at Arsenal, it's certain'

The Frenchman has been backed to make a breakthrough at Emirates Stadium despite a frustrating start to life in English football

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Shaw praises Mendy for 'wonderful saves'

The full-back was left bemoaning the brilliance of the Senegalese shot-stopper as the Red Devils' poor start to the Premier League season continued

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Kean will play 'wherever the coach decides' for PSG

The Everton loanee was delighted to get off the mark for the French champions in Ligue 1 during their victory over Dijon

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'Fernandes' body language is not good'

The former Old Trafford assistant manager thinks the Portuguese playmaker is growing frustrated with in-game positional changes

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Gerrard: Roofe's goal the best I have ever seen live!

The Blues coach described the English forward's stunning effort from inside his own half as a "moment of genius" after seeing his side win in Belgium

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Milan equal 56-year-old club record after beating Celtic

The Rossoneri maintained their perfect start of the new season by picking up a hard-earned victory at Parkhead

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Arteta: Fantastic Partey held the midfield by himself!

The Gunners bossed hailed the Ghanaian for his stellar display on his first start for the club the Europa League

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Mendy opens up on year out of football and pressure at Chelsea

The Senegalese shot-stopper has admitted to contemplating retirement earlier in his career while outlining his goals at Stamford Bridge

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Why Yaya Toure was turned down by Brest

The Ligue 1 club have revealed why they decided against bringing in the ex-Manchester City star over the summer

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Woodward defends Man Utd transfer activity & backs Solskjaer

The Red Devils executive vice-chairman is satisfied that progress is being made on and off the pitch despite a slow start to the season

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Mourinho speaks out against 'Spursy' coverage

The Portuguese dismissed any suggestion that his side are lacking a winning mentality while reflecting on a disappointing result against the Hammers

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Did they say I was Dortmund's worst signing? - Immobile

The Italian frontman took aim at his critics after scoring against his former club on Europe's biggest stage

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'Loyalty is hard to come by' - Ozil reacts to Arsenal squad snub

The ex-Germany international has promised to keep fighting for a place in Mikel Arteta's team despite being left out of his manager's top-flight plans

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Atletico No.1 Oblak didn't know who Bayern boss Flick was

The Slovenian goalkeeper admits he wasn't aware of the German manager's standing in the game until he took the top job at Allianz Arena

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Tuanzebe undroppable after starring against PSG - Ferdinand

The centre-back proved he can mix it with the world's best as the Red Devils opened their latest European campaign in impressive fashion

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'It's Champions League guys!' - Leboeuf concerned by Chelsea

A former Stamford Bridge favourite was unimpressed by his old club's start to their latest European campaign

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'Fernandes has the belief of Ronaldo & Cantona'

A former Old Trafford favourite singled the Portuguese out for praise after the Red Devils' win at Parc des Princes in the Champions League

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Ferdinand urges 'unbelievable' Rashford to follow Rooney blueprint

A former Red Devil was full of praise for the striker after his performance against Paris Saint-Germain, but says he must develop as a 'poacher'

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Man Utd are dependent on Pogba and Fernandes - Saha

A former Ole Trafford favourite thinks the Red Devils have become too reliant on a talismanic duo in recent months

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'Oh f*ck off' - Carragher reacts to European Premier League plans

The two most successful clubs in English football history are reportedly pushing for a new competition, which has left a Reds legend bemused

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Fernandes backed to replace Maguire as Man Utd’s permanent captain

The former Old Trafford coach has heaped praise upon the midfielder for the impact he’s had since joining the club from Sporting CP

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Herrera jumps to Pogba's defence & praises Man Utd's summer window

The Paris Saint-Germain midfielder says his old team-mate "has everything" and that the Red Devils are progressing under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

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Hasselbaink on Werner's best position & Chelsea title prediction

A former Blues striker has heaped praise upon a man who has just started to deliver on his potential after a summer move to Stamford Bridge

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Klopp: Liverpool will wait for Van Dijk 'like a good wife when husband is in jail'

The German head coach has confirmed that the defender "will be out for a while" after limping out of the Premier League clash with Everton

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Herrera says difference of opinion with Woodward led to Man Utd exit

The Paris Saint-Germain midfielder says it was never his "intention" to leave the Red Devils but the club were unwilling to offer him a long-term deal

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'Carabao Cup is Man Utd's best hope of a trophy'

The former Red Devils defender believes another top-four finish would represent a successful season for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side

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Pirlo reveals how he is using Guardiola as an example

The Italian is eager to emulate the style of play which has served the former Barcelona and Bayern Munich coach so well during his career

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Everton 'not at same level' as Liverpool - Ancelotti

The Italian head coach is not getting carried away with the Toffees' fine start to the 2020-21 Premier League campaign

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Griezmann is good enough for Barca - Rivaldo

The former Camp Nou favourite has backed the Frenchman to turn his career at the club around once he rebuilds his confidence

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'Van Dijk absence won't be an issue if Fabinho steps in'

A former Red thinks the Brazilian midfielder is capable of filling the boots of a talismanic performer who is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines

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BVB chief hints Sancho move was 'misjudged' by Man Utd

The Red Devils failed to finalise a deal for the England international after a long-winded pursuit in the summer transfer window

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'Havertz and Chelsea don't convince'

A former Stamford Bridge favourite has been unimpressed by his old club's start to their latest Premier League campaign

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Former Man Utd & Arsenal striker Welbeck joins Brighton

The experienced forward has secured an immediate return to the Premier League after being relegated with Watford last season

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'With Bale, Tottenham's front three are as good as Liverpool's'

A former Spurs boss is looking forward to seeing the Welshman return to his old stomping ground after seven years in Spain

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Schneiderlin blames 'strict' Van Gaal for failed Man Utd spell

The Frenchman says he felt "restricted" working under the Dutch head coach at Old Trafford which adversely affected his confidence

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Milan derby winner Ibrahimovic 'still unstoppable' at 39

Never one for modesty, the veteran striker talked up his impact at San Siro after inspiring the Rossoneri to victory over their local rivals

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'Arteta's got problems with Bellerin & must switch to a back four'

A club legend says the Spanish boss will need to address issues at the back in order for the Gunners to challenge for top titles

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PSG in injury crisis ahead of Man Utd clash

The German head coach is likely to be without several key players when his side play host to the Red Devils next week

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Ighalo 'ready' to shine at Man Utd

The Nigerian frontman could be in line for a rare Premier League start when the Red Devils travel to St James' Park this weekend

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Arteta: Project Big Picture wouldn't have damaged Premier League

The Spaniard says it is important that the English top-flight is reviewed with a view to becoming more 'sustainable' amid the coronavirus crisis

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'Zlatan will play Milan derby with a cigarette in his mouth'

The former Italy international is certain that the Swede will return in peak physical condition after a coronavirus scare

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Arsenal loanee Guendouzi tests positive for coronavirus

The France U21 midfielder will be forced to self-isolate for the next two weeks after contracting Covid-19 while away on international duty

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Sancho and Haaland on Golden Boy 2020 shortlist

The Borussia Dortmund duo are contenders for the highly coveted individual award after outstanding years at Westfalenstadion

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Neville identifies 'predictable' England's biggest flaw

The former Three Lions defender has been unimpressed with his country's last two performances on the international stage

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‘Man Utd are missing players with identities’

A former Old Trafford favourite has questioned the collective mentality of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s squad on the back of a tough start to the season

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Shaw welcomes Telles competition at Man Utd

The England international has embraced the addition of another left-back as the Red Devils bid to bounce back from a dismal start to the season

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Rudiger: I turned down summer offers to stay at Chelsea

The Germany international says he "wasn’t prepared to pack it all in" and leave Stamford Bridge despite falling down the squad pecking order

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McTominay: Man Utd squad still behind Solskjaer

The midfielder says the Norwegian still enjoys the full confidence of his players at Old Trafford despite a poor start to 2020-21

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Bayern director addresses Coman to Man Utd links

The French winger was heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford during the summer transfer window

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'Thiago will be the signing of the season'

The former Red is confident that the Spanish midfielder will add a new dimension to Jurgen Klopp's starting XI for the 2020-21 campaign

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Thiago Silva has got everything!'- Zouma

The Frenchman says the former Paris Saint-Germain star has already had a big impact in the dressing room at Stamford Bridge

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Ronaldo coronavirus update provided by Portugal boss

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner is "managing the situation very well" after being forced to self-isolate, according to his national manager

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Mount eager to play with 'brilliant' Grealish for England

The Chelsea star thinks there is room for both him and the in-form Aston Villa playmaker in Gareth Southgate's starting XI

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Balotelli to sign for a new club "in a few weeks"

The Italian frontman has been without a club since leaving Brescia at the end of last season, but says he's got a new destination lined up

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Lindelof at a loss to explain Man Utd's poor start to 2020-21

The defender admits the Red Devils have fallen short of their usual standards, but he's confident of a positive response after the international break

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Ronaldo tests positive for coronavirus

The Juventus striker will now undertake a period in quarantine after contracting Covid-19 while away on international duty

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Chilwell & Trippier to miss England's game vs Denmark

The two full-backs have withdrawn from the Three Lions squad as they gear up for their second Nations League clash in the space of four days

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Matuidi urges Griezmann to join him at Inter Miami

The Frenchman would like to see a fellow countryman who's been struggling at Barcelona make his way to MLS

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Coutinho has magical powers! - Firmino

The Liverpool star has described the Barcelona midfielder as "one of the very best players in the world" after his performance against Bolivia

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Firmino determined to join Brazil's list of legendary No.9s

The Liverpool striker is hoping to build on a match-winning display against Bolivia as the Selecao begin their march towards Qatar 2022

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'Martial almost conned us!' - Scholes airs Man Utd concerns

The club's legendary former midfielder is not convinced that the Frenchman is capable of leading the line for the Red Devils in the long-term

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Matuidi still has France ambition after Inter Miami move

The veteran midfielder still believes he has plenty to offer on the international stage despite swapping Europe for the United States at club level

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Angelino: Sometimes Man Utd are world class, others they're average

The left-back, on loan from Manchester City, is looking forward to coming up against Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side in the Champions League

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'Mount can become England's De Bruyne'

The former Three Lions midfielder has urged the Chelsea star to express himself more in the final third of the pitch

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Deschamps slammed for playing Griezmann out of position

The France boss has been criticised for tinkering his line-up in a bid to help the Barcelona forward rediscover his lost confidence

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Southgate misusing Alexander-Arnold - Cole

The former Three Lions defender believes the Liverpool star is at his most effective when occupying a deeper role

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Emerson: Chelsea career not going as I wish

The defender was pleased to get some minutes under his belt at international level after a frustrating start to the season at Stamford Bridge

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Boateng open to Bayern extension but won't rule out MLS move

The German defender has discussed his options after entering the final year of his current deal at Allianz Arena

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Southgate explains decision to start Mount

The England boss was full of praise for the midfielder after watching him score the winner in an international clash with Belgium at the weekend

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Wilshere reveals plans for next move after West Ham exit

The former England international is on the lookout for a new club after being released by the Hammers

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Grealish: I would love to be like Gazza & cement England place

The in-form Aston Villa midfielder is determined to build on a bright start to his international career

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'I don't blame Wenger for anything' - Bendtner opens up on regrets

The Danish striker has admitted that he allowed the luxurious lifestyle of being a footballer distract him during his time at Emirates Stadium

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Lukaku promises to return to Anderlecht & names Henry his 'mentor'

The Inter striker is planning to return to the club where he began his professional career before hanging up his boots

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'Ozil needs to fall in line' - Keown slams Arsenal outcast

The ex-Gunner thinks the "best option for everyone" is for the midfielder to leave Emirates Stadium due to the "unhealthy" culture he has created

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Saka improving at 'crazy' rate - Arteta

The Gunners boss has heaped praise on the teenager after seeing him handed his first international cap for England in the 3-0 friendly win over Wales

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Cavani: Herrera pushed me to Man Utd move

The Uruguayan has credited his former team-mate for helping him to decide to take up a new challenge in the Premier League

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Southgate: Sancho and Abraham will be in line to feature against Belgium

England will welcome two senior stars back into their ranks when their UEFA Nation's League campaign resumes this weekend

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Calvert-Lewin: It's the stuff of dreams to score on debut

The Everton striker said he felt "comfortable" leading the line during his first senior outing for the Three Lions at Wembley

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Mendy returns to Chelsea after suffering injury while on international duty

The Blues have been left sweating over the fitness of their new goalkeeper after he picked up a knock in training with his country

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Keane slams Man Utd's 'disgraceful' display against Tottenham

The treble winner thinks his old team-mate is being thrown "under the bus" by his players and won't last much longer in the dugout at Old Trafford

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'Bale will help Tottenham get very close to the title'

The Welshman's representative is certain he will have a big impact on Jose Mourinho's squad upon his return to full fitness

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'Dembele needs to prove he wants to play for Barca'

A former Camp Nou favourite has challenged the Frenchman to "take responsibility" and become an "important member" of Ronald Koeman's squad

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Pogba: It's a dream for me to play for Real Madrid

The Frenchman has sparked fresh doubt over his future at Old Trafford while away on international duty with his country

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'Bale joining Kane & Son is a frightening prospect'

A former Spurs favourite thinks the Welshman can have a big impact on Jose Mourinho's squad over the course of the season

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'Pochettino may be the man for Man Utd'

"One of football's finest coaches" could soon be handed the managerial reins at Old Trafford, according to the former Red Devil

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Smalling: It was a massive relief to return to Roma

The experienced defender is looking forward to getting back to work at Stadio Olimpico after joining the Giallorossi on a permanent deal

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Diaz insists he doesn't regret Madrid move despite Milan loan

The Spanish forward has explained his decision to secure a temporary move to San Siro after a challenging start to his career at Santiago Bernabeu

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'Cavani will score lots of goals but Man Utd needed a centre-back'

A former Old Trafford favourite does not think Ole Gunnar Solskjaer addressed the most pressing issue in his squad during the summer transfer window

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Van Dijk predicts 'challenging times' ahead for Liverpool

The defender says he doesn't want to have any regrets when he retires, with the Reds still eager to build on a first league title in 30 years

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Ozil offers to pay Gunnersaurus' wages

The German midfielder has offered a cult figure financial support after seeing him made redundant amid the coronavirus crisis

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Braithwaite takes No.9 shirt at Barca following Suarez exit

The Danish striker has been given the opportunity to fill the boots of a former Camp Nou talisman who made his way to Atletico Madrid last month

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'People will think I'm crazy!' - Redknapp backs Spurs to win title

A man who enjoyed a successful spell with the north Londoners at the height of his managerial career thinks his old club can challenge the elite

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Herrera reveals what he told Cavani about Man Utd

The midfielder says he advised the ex-Paris Saint-Germain star to complete a move to Old Trafford, but wants to see a current team-mate stay put

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Neymar doesn't deserve my respect - Gonzalez

The Marseille defender has denied aiming racist abuse at the Brazilian once again, while accusing him of trying to provoke a reaction on the pitch

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Raphinha's £17m Leeds move a 'dream come true'

The Whites wrapped up their sixth signing of the summer before the transfer window closed on Monday night

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'Cavani can teach Greenwood'

The former Red Devils defender insists the Uruguayan striker will bring a lot to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's squad despite his advancing years

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Guendouzi joins Hertha on season-long loan

The Frenchman has been sent to the Olympiastadion to take in some regular minutes after falling down the pecking order at Emirates Stadium

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England call up James but delay Abraham, Sancho and Chilwell

Gareth Southgate has drafted the Chelsea full-back into his squad following an injury to Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling

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Bayern announce Costa return & Choupo-Moting signing

The German champions have added to experienced performers to their ranks ahead of the summer transfer deadline

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'Something strange has happened to Man Utd'

Sir Alex Ferguson's former assistant thought Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side lacked "urgency" and "drive" during their heavy home defeat to Spurs

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Abraham apologises after party breaches Covid-19 rules

The three footballers were filmed flouting anti-virus laws at a large gathering to celebrate the Chelsea striker's birthday over the weekend

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'Everyone in Man Utd dressing room is very hurt'

The Scottish midfielder has admitted that the Red Devils failed to live up to the club's high standards during a heavy defeat against Spurs

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Souness blames grass for Liverpool loss to Villa

The Reds legend questioned the state of the pitch at Villa Park as the reigning Premier League champions fell to a shocking defeat

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Flick confirms Bayern's interest in Hudson-Odoi

The German head coach has addressed rumours linking the England international with a move to Stamford Bridge

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Reece James admits it's 'harder to communicate' with Thiago Silva

Although the Brazilian has a strong presence in the dressing room, his English skills are still lacking, according to one of his new team-mates

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Guardiola defends high defensive line despite Leicester thrashing

The Spaniard acknowledges his side need to improve against counter-attacking teams, but doesn't see it as a "big issue right now"

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Matic: No team can win every game

The Serbian midfielder is hoping the Red Devils can rediscover the form which saw them embark on an impressive winning run post-lockdown

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Going from Arsenal to Aston Villa is a step up - Martinez

The Argentine has no regrets over swapping Emirates Stadium for Villa Park at the start of the 2020-21 campaign

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Liverpool training 'even harder' in bid to defend title - Wijnaldum

The Dutchman says the Reds have taken their preparation between matches up a notch since becoming champions of England

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Lukaku warns Man Utd against signing a new striker

The former Red Devils forward does not believe that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is in need of a new man to lead the line at Old Trafford

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'Lazy? Slow? Eff this, I'm out' – Lukaku hits back at Utd critics

The Belgian has explained why he unable to reach his full potential at Old Trafford and how he has silenced his doubters at San Siro

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Koeman explains decision not to play Dembele

The Dutch head coach has insisted that the Frenchman was left out of the Blaugrana's latest La Liga fixture for tactical reasons

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Klopp reacts to Liverpool's Champions League draw

The German head coach is expecting a tough examination after seeing the Reds drawn against strong European opponents

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I have proved I am Arsenal's No.1 - Leno

The German goalkeeper expressed his delight after helping the Gunners reach the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup

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Klopp: Liverpool are not in dreamland

The German head coach was left frustrated after seeing his second-string side suffer a painful penalty shoot-out defeat

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'Real Madrid are not among favourites for Champions League'

The former Santiago Bernabeu chief does not believe the Blancos should be considered as one of the leading sides in Europe at the moment

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'Sancho is a luxury Man Utd don't need'

Sir Alex Ferguson's former assistant thinks Ole Gunnar Solskjaer should be bolstering his ranks at the back rather than in attack

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PSG will be out for revenge against Man Utd, says Marquinhos

The Brazilian says the Ligue 1 outfit will use their defeat in the 2018-19 edition of the competition as motivation to beat the Red Devils

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Barca paired with Juve & Man Utd face PSG in UCL group stage

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo will face off for the first time since the latter's move to Turin from Real Madrid two years ago

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'Some Chelsea players have to wake up if they want a career!'

A former Stamford Bridge favourite has singled out the England international for criticism following the Blues' Carabao Cup exit

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Hazard injury doubt for Clasico

The Belgian looks set for another spell on the sidelines as his Santiago Bernabeu career continues to stall

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'Great player' Reguilon backed to succeed at Spurs

The former Real Madrid defender has all the attributes to make a big impact in the Premier League, according to the man who lured him to Sevilla

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Koeman reacts after Messi calls for Barca unity

The Dutch coach says his main goal is to create an environment in which the Argentine can shine after a turbulent start to his reign at Camp Nou

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'De Gea is still one of the best goalkeepers in Europe'

A man who took in a brief spell between the sticks at Old Trafford at the height of his career has backed the Spaniard to rediscover his best form

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'Alisson is Ronaldo-esque but Neuer is best goalkeeper in the world'

An ex-Red has offered an assessment of the Brazilian shot-stopper's first two years at Anfield, while comparing him to a five-time Ballon d'Or winner

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Koeman opens door to Dembele exit amid Man Utd links

The Dutch head coach has insisted that while he still "counts on" the French winger, it's up the player if he decides he wants to leave

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Neville tells Man Utd to urgently sign three players

The former Red Devils right-back has urged his old club to back Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in the transfer market before it's too late

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'Time will tell if Sancho can be as great as Ronaldo'

The BVB midfielder has addressed the possibility of his team-mate reaching the very highest level of the game as he matures in the coming years

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Sane suffers injury setback

The German champions will be without the talented winger when they take on BVB at Allianz Arena in midweek

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'Guardiola's job will be on the line if Man City fail again in 2020-21'

A former Blues defender says the Spaniard is failing to live up to the lofty expectations set by officials in the boardroom at the Etihad Stadium

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Thiago Silva reveals difficult relationship with Emery

The Brazilian defender has admitted that he didn't see eye-to-eye with the Spaniard when they worked together at Parc des Princes

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Jota reveals Klopp instructions before scoring first Liverpool goal

The Portuguese opened his account for the Reds after coming on for a late cameo during a win over Arsenal

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'It p*ssed me off!' - Thiago Silva fuming over PSG exit

The Brazilian says he was deemed surplus to requirements at Parc des Princes during the coronavirus-enforced break in the 2019-20 season

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'Leno isn't a top-four keeper & Arsenal wrong to sell Martinez'

A Gunners legend has questioned Mikel Arteta's decision to restore the German shot-stopper to his line-up and offload his Argentine counterpart

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'It's imperative Arsenal sign Aouar'

The club legend wants the Gunners boss to wrap up a deal for the French midfielder before the transfer window shuts on October 5

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Liverpool level 'dropped a little bit' post lockdown - Alisson

The Brazilian saw a comfortable win over the Blues as proof that Jurgen Klopp's men are back on track after an underwhelming end to the 2019-20 season

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'Man City are getting a top, top player in £62m Dias'

The Lille defender, who plays with the Benfica star at international level, has talked up his countryman's chances of succeeding at Etihad Stadium

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Kepa hasn't played his last Chelsea game - Lampard

The Blues boss has jumped to the defence of the Spanish shot-stopper despite dropping him from his latest starting line up

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Tuchel reveals Neymar injury concern for PSG

The Brazilian picked up a knock after taking in 90 minutes of action at Stade Auguste-Delaune over the weekend

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Van Gaal is one of the worst coaches - Rafael

The Brazilian full-back has recalled his frustrating one-year spell working under the Dutchman which included daily lectures "about life"

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'Solskjaer does not want to kill Manchester United'

The former Old Trafford favourite still has faith in the Norwegian head coach despite the Red Devils' underwhelming start to the new season

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Aubameyang eager to win Premier League with Arsenal

The Gabon striker has outlined his short and long-term goals at Emirates Stadium as well as his ambition to earn a place in the club's hall of fame

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Thiago 'still a kid' on the ball - Klopp

The German head coach has talked up the talents of the ex-Bayern Munich star ahead of the Reds' clash with Arsenal

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Trossard equals Ronaldo mark against Man Utd

The Red Devils were fortunate to escape with all three points after being outplayed at the Amex Stadium

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De Gea's woeful Man Utd penalty record goes on

The keeper was powerless to prevent Brighton from taking the lead in a Premier League clash at the Amex Stadium

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Ferdinand reveals who Man Utd should sign instead of Sancho

A former Old Trafford favourite believes Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has more pressing issues to address at the back than going forward at the moment

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Mahrez: Man City weren't good enough to win the title

The Algerian insists Pep Guardiola's side are well aware of the improvements they need to make in 2020-21 after being dethroned by the Reds

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Lyon fire Aouar warning to Arsenal over reported €35m offer

The man running the show behind the scenes at the Groupama Stadium is confident that a prized asset will be staying put

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Rivaldo disagrees with Barca's decision to offload Suarez

A former Camp Nou favourite thinks his old club were wrong to let the striker leave, and that he will thrive at Wanda Metropolitano

James Westwood

Lewandowski 'too exhausted' to celebrate Super Cup win

The Polish striker was left bemoaning the congested fixture list at the start of the season following a European triumph over Sevilla

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'£109m for Sancho?' - Cole bauks at Dortmund asking price

The former striker says it would be bad business for his old club to give into BVB's demands amid the financial uncertainty caused by Covid-19

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Klopp praises Liverpool youngsters for 'exceptional attitude'

The German head coach was pleased to see his second-string side produce a performance that was "easy on the eye" in the EFL Cup

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Godin joins Cagliari from Inter on three-year contract

The Uruguayan centre-back has completed a switch to Sardegna Arena after just one full season at San Siro

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Man Utd-linked Upamecano opens door to future transfer

The French defender, who has been heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford, has admitted to holding talks with "certain clubs" earlier this summer

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Mourinho: Shkendija goals were too small

The Portuguese boss was forced to lodge an unusual complaint prior to his side's Europa League qualifying win in Macedonia

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Lukaku: Racism still exits but Italy is the best country I've played in

The Belgian frontman has expressed his belief that "the absurdity of racism is consigned to the past" in Serie A

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Aubameyang reveals why he rejected 'good opportunities' to stay at Arsenal

The Gabon striker has explained the main reasons behind his decision to sign a new three-year contract at Emirates Stadium

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'He was like a ghost' - Rovers midfielder opens up on facing Ibrahimovic

The Irish midfielder has opened up on his experience of facing one of the world's most prolific strikers on the European stage

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Berbatov worried for Man Utd & tells them to buy a centre-back

A former Old Trafford favourite says the Red Devils will be in for a "long season" if they fail to bring in extra defensive cover

James Westwood

Werner admits to doubts over Chelsea transfer

The striker has revealed that the comprehensive nature of the Blues' loss to the German champions made him question a potential move to west London

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Wolves sign £28m Barcelona full-back Semedo

The Portuguese defender has joined Nuno Espirito Santo's side from the Liga giants and could make his debut against West Ham on Sunday

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'Lingard looking for a move after appointing Raiola as his agent'

A former Red Devil believes the England midfielder is seeking a way out of Old Trafford after falling down the squad pecking order

James Westwood

'Greenwood can become a No.9, but must learn how to head the ball'

The Norwegian boss has outlined the steps a talented teenager must take to become the Red Devils' first choice striker

James Westwood

Ex-Liverpool winger Ibe signs for Derby

The former England-U21 international has joined the Rams as a free agent after leaving Bournemouth earlier this summer

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Thiago Silva & Chilwell set to make Chelsea debuts vs Barnsley

The two defenders could line up for the Blues for the first time in the third round of the Carabao Cup in midweek

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Vidal completes €1m transfer to Inter

The Chilean midfielder has called time on his two-year spell at Camp Nou and made his way to San Siro

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Man Utd urged to sign centre-back with pace to partner Maguire

A man who once served as Sir Alex Ferguson's assistant at Old Trafford has urged Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to bring in another centre-back

James Westwood

'Alli would be fantastic at PSG with Neymar & Mbappe'

The England international has been tipped to leave Spurs this summer after falling out of favour with his current manager

James Westwood

Sporting CP rename academy after Ronaldo

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner has been acknowledged as a shining example for the next generation of talent at the club where he began his career

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'James would have liked to sign for Atletico'

Los Rojiblancos were one of several top European clubs linked with the Colombian midfielder as he sought a way out of Real Madrid earlier this summer

James Westwood

Solskjaer defended after 'massive overreaction' to Palace defeat

The former Old Trafford coach says it is far too early to judge the Norwegian boss amid the tight scheduling caused by the coronavirus pandemic

James Westwood

Sevilla reject bid for Man City target Kounde

Reports have claimed that the Premier League club have agreed terms with the defender as Pep Guardiola looks to improve his squad

James Westwood

'A total fabrication' - Palace deny £25m offer for Brewster

The Eagles have dismissed reports that they have formalised their interest in the England Under-21 international striker

James Westwood

Gundogan is third Man City player to test positive for Covid-19

Pep Guardiola will be without another key player when he takes his side to the west midlands for a meeting with Wolves on Monday night

James Westwood

'It's not the end for Kepa at Chelsea, he needs competition'

A former Blues goalkeeper still believes the Spain international can turn his career at Stamford Bridge around despite another high-profile error

James Westwood

Mourinho explains decision to substitute Ndombele at half-time

The Portuguese boss has admitted that the midfielder is not yet in "top condition" after handing him a rare Premier League start at the weekend

James Westwood

Fabinho was man of the match - Van Dijk

The Dutchman was full of praise for the stand-in centre-back after the Reds made it two wins from two at the start of the new season

James Westwood

Tolisso admits considering Bayern future

The French midfielder has opened up on the most challenging period of his career to date while addressing his current position at Allianz Arena

James Westwood

'Mane on course to become a Liverpool god like Barnes'

A Reds legend talked up the impact the Senegalese winger has had at Anfield after watching him inspire an impressive win over Chelsea

James Westwood

Mourinho addresses Alli exit rumours amid PSG links

The Portuguese was forced to field questions on the playmaker's future after leaving him out of the 5-2 win over Southampton at the weekend

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Son & Kane make Premier League history

The two men linked up to great effect in the final third to down the Saints in impressive fashion on the south coast

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Werner: Premier League lagging behind Germany in coronavirus crisis

The ex-RB Leipzig forward says the Bundesliga is operating normally in comparison to the English top flight amid the continued fight against Covid-19

James Westwood

Mourinho says Alli 'paying the price' as transfer speculation grows

The England international has been left out of the Portuguese manager's plans once again, with his position at the club now being called into question

James Westwood

Werner: My goal is to get to the level of Mane, Salah & Firmino

The Germany international says he chose to move to Stamford Bridge over Anfield due to his desire to keep playing regular first team football

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