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'Premier League defences are going to be scared of Bale'

A former Spurs midfielder is confident that the Welshman will have a positive impact on Jose Mourinho's squad over the course of the season

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Leicester sign Cengiz Under from Roma on a season-long loan

Brendan Rodgers has wrapped up his second major signing of the summer, luring the Turkey international to the King Power Stadium from Stadio Olimpico

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Klopp explains how 'exceptional' Salah has maintained prolific form

The German head coach talked up the Egyptian forward's contribution to the Reds' cause ahead of a heavyweight meeting with Chelsea

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Solskjaer responds to Lindelof horror show against Palace

The Norwegian boss put the Red Devils' poor display against the Eagles down to a lack of match sharpness and called for patience from supporters

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'Palace looked better than Man Utd for the whole 90 minutes'

A Red Devils legend expressed his disappointment after watching his old club's 15 match unbeaten run in the top-flight come to a shocking end

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Pirlo: Difficult for Suarez to become a Juve striker

The Bianconeri boss does not expect the Uruguayan forward to join his squad ahead of the new Serie A season

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Bale has been spectacular for Real Madrid - Zidane

The Frenchman addressed reports of the Welshman's impending return to Spurs ahead of the Blancos' La Liga opener against Real Sociedad

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Wilder confirms Sheffield United interest in Liverpool's Brewster

The Blades boss says he has been in contact with the England U21 international and the Reds to discuss a potential transfer

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'Man Utd shouldn't be trying to turn Wan-Bissaka into Alexander-Arnold'

A former Red Devil has urged the English full-back to "focus on his defending" instead of trying to match the style of his Premier League rivals

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Man Utd won't break into the top two this season - Neville

A former Old Trafford favourite cannot see his old club challenging Liverpool or Manchester City for the title in 2020-21

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Werner admits Rudiger played 'very important' role in Chelsea move

The Germany international says a fellow countryman helped convince him that Stamford Bridge was the best place for him to advance his career

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Lyon chief provides update on Arsenal interest in Aouar

The Gunners have been heavily linked with the French midfielder, but his current employers will not sanction his departure for a cut-price fee

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Van de Beek: I can play everywhere!

The Dutchman has outlined his strengths ahead of the Red Devils' Premier League opener against Crystal Palace this weekend

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'Leeds aiming for PL top six in next three years'

The Elland Road club's majority shareholder has outlined his ambitions for the club ahead of their long-awaited return to the English top flight

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PL denies blocking collapsed Saudi Arabian takeover at Newcastle

The Magpies released a statement earlier this week blaming top flight officials for rejecting the deal, to which they have issued a swift response

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'Depay has talent, but he's not Messi or Ronaldo'

The former Manchester United boss has questioned whether a man who flopped at Old Trafford would make the grade in Spain

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'Pogba's lack of commitment distracts from his talent'

The former Old Trafford favourite says persistent rumours over the Frenchman's future have had a detrimental impact on the squad

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Modric backs 'unbelievable' Mourinho to deliver trophies at Spurs

A man who worked under the Portuguese at Real Madrid is confident that he can bring Spurs' long wait for major silverware to an end

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'Man City still the biggest obstacle to Liverpool retaining the title'

A former Red does not think the Premier League's current top two will be knocked off their perch in the upcoming season

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Lampard talks key style differences in Havertz comparisons

The Blues boss has been impressed with the Germany international's mentality since his arrival from Bayer Leverkusen

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Klopp: We cannot suddenly decide to behave like Chelsea

The German head coach has stressed the importance of sticking to a winning formula amid calls for reinforcements at Anfield

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Rashford: I have to come back better than last season

The striker was not completely satisfied with his latest campaign for the Red Devils, despite posting career-best numbers in the final third

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Solskjaer gives Man Utd transfer update amid Sancho pursuit

The Norwegian says he is "happy" with his current squad but is always on the lookout for players that fit "all the right criteria"

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'Man Utd wanted Osimhen but he didn't want to compete with Ighalo'

The Red Devils were one of several top European clubs linked with the former Lille forward before he opted for a switch to Stadio San Paolo

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Martial has changed - Deschamps

The national team head coach was full of praise for the Red Devils striker after his standout display against Croatia in the UEFA Nations League

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Tonali arrives in Milan ahead of €10m loan move

The Italian midfielder is on the verge of completing a long-awaited move to San Siro, after three impressive years at Mario Rigamonti Stadium

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Mourinho takes subtle swipe at Man City over Messi pursuit

The Portuguese boss couldn't resist aiming a dig at the Blues when discussing the possibility of coaching the six-time Ballon d'Or winner

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Upamecano could leave next season - Nagelsmann

Although the German head coach is certain that a prized asset will stay put for the upcoming campaign, he is not so sure about his long-term future

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Bayern boss Flick says Thiago & Alaba are still in his plans

The German head coach insists a prized duo will continue to factor into his preparations for the new season despite ongoing transfer rumours

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Saul Niguez admits to being 'very flattered' by Man Utd transfer links

The Spanish midfielder says rumoured interest from the Red Devils serves as solid evidence that he is doing things well at Wanda Metropolitano

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Chelsea target Mendy 'deserves' summer move, says team-mate

The French defender does not want to see prized asset leave the club, but concedes that he is ready to step up to the next level

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Sevilla play down hopes of signing Man Utd-linked Reguilon

The Spanish left-back has been tipped to complete a permanent move away from Real Madrid before the summer transfer window closes

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Kolarov completes move to Inter from Roma

The Serbian defender has joined Antonio Conte's ranks at San Siro ahead of the new Serie A season, which kicks off later this month

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'Ancelotti factor was key to James transfer'

The former Real Madrid boss has successfully arranged a reunion with the Colombian midfielder on Merseyside ahead of the 2020-21 campaign

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'Willian was wooed by Arteta'

The Brazilian winger's representative has explained how he was convinced to make the switch to the Emirates Stadium

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'Manchester United still haven't replaced Keane'

The former Old Trafford forward believes a club legend created a gap in the squad when he left which has yet to be filled

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Haaland addresses possibility of Premier League move

The Borussia Dortmund striker refused to rule out a future switch to England after starring in the UEFA Nations League

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'Unique' Haaland compared to Messi & Ronaldo

The Swedish head coach has talked up the talents of the Borussia Dortmund star ahead of a UEFA Nation's League meeting with Northern Ireland

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Zidane is the best coach you could ask for - Kroos

The German midfielder has offered an insight into the way his manager brings the best out of his star-studded squad at Santiago Bernabeu

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Man City duo Laporte & Mahrez test postive for Covid-19

The Blues' preparations for the new season have been disrupted by coronavirus, with two key players now set to go into quarantine

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Lampard: I'm aware expectations are going to go up hugely

The Blues head coach knows he will be required to deliver tangible success after investing heavily in new talent

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'La Liga were not at war with Messi!'

The head of Spanish football has insisted that no one player is bigger than the league after seeing a gripping transfer saga reach its conclusion

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'Van de Beek is a fantastic signing!'

A former Red Devil is confident that the Dutchman will add a new dimension to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side

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Playing with Ronaldo will be an honour - McKennie

The United States international cannot wait to embark on the next stage of his fledgeling career at the Allianz Stadium

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Sterling has taken his game to another level - Southgate

The Three Lions boss singled the Manchester City star out for praise after watching his side secure a narrow win in the UEFA Nation's League

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Thiago compares new Leeds signing Rodrigo to Lewandowski

The Spanish playmaker has talked up his international team-mate's talents ahead of a UEFA Nation's League meeting with Ukraine

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'Grealish's England chances won't be helped if he joins Man Utd'

A former Three Lions favourite thinks the midfielder should stay at Aston Villa if he wants to become a regular on the international stage

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Mancini admits to accidentally leaving Chiellini on the bench

The Azzurri head coach took full responsibility for omitting a prized performer from his starting XI in the UEFA Nation's League

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Everton announce £22m signing of Napoli star Allan

The experienced midfielder has reunited with former Partenopei boss Carlo Ancelotti at Goodison Park

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'I can’t believe you want to leave a club after one training session!'

The Chilean winger has been criticised for expressing his regret over moving to Old Trafford from Arsenal two years ago

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Man Utd target Sancho speaks out on transfer speculation

The Borussia Dortmund winger continues to be linked with a move to Old Trafford ahead of the 2020-21 campaign

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USMNT boss says Pulisic has potential to play for world's biggest sides

A man who has witnessed the winger's ability up close on the international stage predicts he will reach the very highest level of the game.

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Giggs defends decision to substitute Bale at half-time

The Manchester United legend only allowed the winger to take in a total of 45 minutes upon his return to the international fold

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Mandanda out of France squad while Covid cases at PSG rise to six

The veteran goalkeeper has been forced to go into quarantine as coronavirus continues to disrupt the start of the new Ligue 1 season

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'Pulisic can go onto play for Bayern, Barca or Real Madrid'

A man who has witnessed the winger's ability up close on the international stage has predicted he will reach the very highest level of the game

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Pirlo is the perfect coach for me! - Rabiot

The French midfielder is looking forward to working under a Bianconeri legend at the Allianz Stadium next season

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'Thiago can bring finesse to Liverpool's line up'

A former Anfield favourite is hoping to see the Spanish playmaker join up with the Reds during the summer transfer window

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Giroud backs Silva to 'adapt very quickly' to Premier League

The Frenchman is confident that the Brazilian defender's presence will increase the Blues' chances of fighting for the title in 2020-21

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'Guardiola has failed again and again'

The Spanish head coach has been criticised for deviating from a winning formula in the most crucial fixtures throughout his post-Barcelona career

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Messi's father & agent opens door to Man City move

Jorge Messi has confirmed that his son will most likely be leaving Camp Nou, but has denied being in contact with Pep Guardiola

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Xavi can run Barca 'sporting project' - Font

A club legend, who is currently plying his trade as a head coach in Qatar, has been heavily linked with a return to Camp Nou on several occasions

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'Liverpool will find someone better to replace Wijnaldum'

An ex-Reds star does not wish to see the Dutchman leave, but thinks he can be replaced if a final agreement over a new deal is not reached

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Higuain's agent reveals offers from England, Spain & MLS

New Bianconeri boss Andrea Pirlo has made it clear the Argentine will not be in his plans going forward, despite his impressive record in Italy

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Messi's father & agent opens door to Man City move

Jorge Messi has confirmed that his son will most likely be leaving Camp Nou, but has denied being in contact with Pep Guardiola

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Haaland: I'd be a rapper or a farmer if I wasn't a footballer!

The prolific Borussia Dortmund striker invited questions about his career from his followers on social media ahead of the new season

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'Only De Bruyne has better stats!' - Bruno responds to Mou jibe

The Tottenham boss questioned the main source of the Portuguese playmaker's goals at the end of the season, which he sees as a "positive"

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'Liverpool need signings with Chelsea kicking at their heels'

The former Red wants to see Jurgen Klopp bring in "two or three players" in order to increase competition for places

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Sevilla re-sign Rakitic from Barcelona for €1.5m

The experienced midfielder has completed a move away from Camp Nou after six trophy-laden years in Catalonia

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'Van de Beek will challenge for Pogba's position'

A man expected to complete a move to Old Trafford from Ajax has been tipped to upset the established order within Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's squad

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Rudiger reveals part in pending £72m Havertz move to Chelsea

The Germany international took a piece of the credit when Timo Werner joined the Blues from RB Leipzig, and he now looks set to repeat the trick

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Juve sign teen star Iling-Junior following Chelsea exit

The England youth international winger will continue his development at the Allianz Stadium after leaving Stamford Bridge over the weekend

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Giggs backs James to get Man Utd career back on track

An Old Trafford great has challenged the winger to stake a claim for a spot in the Red Devils' line-up by performing on the international stage

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I couldn't get near Thiago! - Mount

The Blues midfielder has admitted to being overwhelmed by the quality of the German champions on Europe's biggest stage

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'The best player in history does not leave with a burofax!'

The Argentine's illustrious career at Camp Nou appears to be drawing to a close, but the former Blaugrana chief still hopes he will perform a U-turn

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Grealish: Playing for England will help me reach the next level

The Aston Villa star has expressed his confidence in his own ability after being called up to the Three Lions squad for the first time

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Rashford forms taskforce to combat child food poverty

The striker's charity drive was one of the feel-good stories of a coronavirus-dominated summer, and he is now hoping to take it to the next level

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'Man Utd must sign a world-class centre-back'

The former Old Trafford favourite does not believe that the current squad is capable of closing the gap to Liverpool and Manchester City

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De Gea definitely starts as number one! - Neville

The former Red Devils defender cannot see the pecking order between the sticks at Old Trafford changing just yet

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'Fernandes won't suffer second-season dip at Man Utd'

A club legend has acknowledged the fact that the Portuguese was "shattered" towards the end of the 2019-20 campaign, but expects him to return fresh

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Klopp on moment Liverpool first called him

The German head coach says he did not hesitate to accept the Reds' offer when they contacted him about the top job at Anfield in 2015

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Leverkusen boss resigned to losing Chelsea-bound Havertz

The Germany midfielder looks set to complete a move to Stamford Bridge before the new season gets underway

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'Henderson will take over from De Gea'

The former Red Devils shot-stopper believes the Spaniard will lose his place between the sticks at some point during the 2020-21 campaign

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'Van de Beek will work really well at Man Utd'

A former Red Devil thinks the Netherlands international can help his old club challenge for silverware across all competitions

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Neymar: I want to stay at PSG

The Brazilian has long been linked with a return to Barcelona, but has no intention of walking out on the French champions this summer

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Liverpool hungrier than ever to defend PL title - Gomez

The England international says the Reds will be "ready" to fight for silverware once again when the new season kicks off next month

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Lewandowski wants to play until he's 40

The Polish frontman has no plans to hang up his boots just yet, having enjoyed the best season of his career to date in 2019-20

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Southgate criticised for 'predictable' Grealish snub

Former Three Lions international Danny Murphy believes the midfielder deserved a spot in the squad after a stellar 2019-20 season at club level

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'Arteta deserves credit for second trophy win at Arsenal'

A former Gunners defender saw a "real identity" to the team during their win over Liverpool at Wembley at the weekend

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Xavi names his best midfielder in the world

The former Barcelona playmaker has heaped praise upon the man who picked up the Premier League Player of the Year award last season

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Mourinho says documentary will show he's not a 'crazy guy'

The Portuguese insists that "nothing is fake" in the upcoming Amazon Prime show which will see his methods on an off the pitch laid bare

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Spurs sign £15m defender Doherty from Wolves

The Republic of Ireland international has become the third major addition to Jose Mourinho's ranks ahead of the 2020-21 season

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Ibrahimovic to sign new AC Milan contract

The Swedish frontman has returned to the Italian capital with a renewed sense of purpose ahead of the new season, following a six-month spell

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Greenwood can be Kane's England deputy, says Rooney

The former Red Devils striker believes the teenage frontman is a better option for Gareth Southgate than Tammy Abraham or Marcus Rashford

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'I love Arsenal' - Spurs newbie Doherty 'forced' to delete tweets

Spurs released a tongue-in-cheek video showing the defender removing all evidence of his past allegiance to the Gunners after his move from Wolves

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Messi-Barca drama clear before UCL thrashing - Boateng

The Bayern Munich defender has weighed in on the speculation surrounding the six-time Ballon d'Or winner's future at Camp Nou

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Messi can only cancel Barca contract 'if €700m release clause paid'

The Argentine is seeking a way out of Camp Nou this summer, but Spanish football's main governing body says he cannot leave the club as a free agent

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Barcelona-linked Depay opens door to Lyon transfer

The Netherlands international spoke out on his future after scoring a hat-trick for Rudi Garcia's side in their first game of the new campaign

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'Chilwell and Pulisic could form an extraordinary partnership'

A former Blue is excited by the prospect of the club's £50 million ($66m) signing linking up with the United States international at Stamford Bridge

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Man Utd will stand by Maguire - Neville

The former United defender believes the England international will see his team-mates rally around him

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Klopp doesn't see US sporting boycotts coming to UK

The German head coach weighed in on the effect racial injustice is having on sport ahead of the Community Shield this weekend

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Lyon star Aouar tests positive for Covid-19

The midfielder was forced to sit out Friday's clash against Dijon and will be unable to report for France national team duty

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Carvajal names Neymar as his toughest opponent

The Spanish full-back has described the Paris Saint-Germain superstar as an "elusive" player, while talking up the qualities of his manager

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'Arsenal should cash in on Lacazette to fund summer transfers'

A former Gunner would like to see the Frenchman sold so that Mikel Arteta can "freshen up the dressing room" further ahead of the new season

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Thiago Silva will do a great job for Chelsea - Rivaldo

The veteran centre-back still has "plenty to offer" at the highest level, according to a fellow Brazilian

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'Koeman will need time to rebuild if Messi & Suarez leave Barca'

The Brazilian has acknowledged the fact that the newly appointed Blaugrana boss has a major project on his hands at Camp Nou

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Man City is Messi's best option - Rivaldo

A former Camp Nou favourite is certain that the six-time Ballon d'Or winner can successfully make the transition from La Liga to the Premier League

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Ibrahimovic is Milan's priority - Maldini

The Rossoneri chief is optimistic that the Swedish frontman will extend his stay at San Siro

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Wijnaldum: I'm not impressed by Brewster

The Dutchman has not been surprised by the young striker's impressive pre-season form, having been aware of his "quality" for quite some time

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Fernandes: Solskjaer has told me not to make so many runs

The Portuguese insists that he is guided by instinct in the final third of the pitch, and that his main goal is to help the team

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'Bayern moving away from Guardiola's Tiki-Taka'

A club legend believes the German champions are on course for a sustained period of success under Hansi Flick

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Lampard pushing for Chelsea to sign Messi, jokes Ferdinand

The former Manchester United defender posted a tongue-in-cheek message on social media amid the intensifying speculation over the Argentine's future

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Dybala is part of Juventus' future, says Pirlo

The Bianconeri head coach is planning to keep hold of a prized asset, but a veteran striker is set to be moved on ahead of the 2020-21 season

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UEFA to test partial return of fans in Super Cup final

A reduced number of spectators will be allowed to attend the meeting between last season's Champions League and Europa League winners in Budapest

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Thiago looked like he was saying goodbye - Rummenigge

The Allianz Arena chief is expecting the Spanish midfielder to move on to a new challenge amid rumours of interest from Liverpool

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Gomez reveals 'essential' part of Liverpool's pre-season

The England international has offered an insight into the Reds' training camp ahead of the 2020-21 campaign

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Arsenal new boy Dinzeyi wants to follow Saka & Nketiah's lead

The defender is looking forward to a new challenge at Emirates Stadium after making the short trip across north London

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'Hart believes he is better than Lloris'

The experienced shot-stopper "will fancy his chances of playing" regularly under Jose Mourinho, according to a former Spurs number one

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Koeman feeling 'very lucky' to be Barcelona boss

The Dutchman has expressed his delight ahead of the beginning of his managerial reign in Catalonia, where he starred as a player in the 1990s

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Kimmich: Bayern felt 'invincible' in Champions League final

The German midfielder says Hansi Flick's side "deserved" to win Europe's most prestigious trophy despite a slightly below-par display in the showpeice

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We gave our lives for the PSG shirt - Di Maria

The Argentine is confident the Ligue 1 champions will bounce back from their narrow loss in the European showpiece on Sunday night

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'Tense' Neymar disappointed in UCL final

The former Parc des Princes favourite singled out the Brazilian attacker for criticism after watching his old club lose to Bayern Munich

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Neymar congratulates wrong team after PSG lose UCL final

The Brazilian made an unfortunate typing error on social media in the wake of a painful defeat on Europe's biggest stage

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Perisic speaks on future after winning UCL with Bayern

The Croatian winger looks set to return to San Siro after a successful season-long loan spell at Allianz Arena

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Neuer took goalkeeping to a new level - Tuchel

The Germany international produced an outstanding performance between the sticks to help Hansi Flick's side complete the treble

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'Liverpool fans say yes please to Thiago!'

A former Allianz Arena favourite would like to see a prized asset stay put amid rumours of a possible move to Anfield

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Barca presidential hopeful reveals Klopp representative talks

The current Anfield boss has been sounded out for the top job at Camp Nou, which has just been taken up by Ronald Koeman

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I hope Thiago doesn't go to Liverpool - Rooney

The Manchester United legend has talked up the talents of the playmaker currently being linked with a move to Anfield

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'Di Maria could have been a major star at Man Utd'

A Red Devils legend has admitted that the Argentine struggled to settle in England, but never doubted his ability

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Spurs backed to sign Wilson as 'adequate backup' for Kane

Spurs have been heavily linked with a striker who looks set to leave the Vitality Stadium in the summer transfer window

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'De Bruyne would be the perfect fit for Liverpool!'

A former Anfield favourite believes the Belgian midfielder would slot into Jurgen Klopp's line up perfectly

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'Grealish better off staying at Villa if he's called up to England squad'

A former Villa Park favourite thinks the midfielder's chances of making an impact on the international stage could be damaged if he leaves the club

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'Guardiola needs a new Kompany, not Messi'

The former Blues midfielder says the Spanish head coach should be aiming to replace the legendary club captain this summer

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'Werner and Ziyech can be leaders for Chelsea'

The former Blues defender is looking forward to seeing the German striker and Moroccan winger in action for Frank Lampard's side next season

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Neymar: Messi and Ronaldo are 'not from this planet'

The Brazilian superstar says winning the Champions League with Paris Saint-Germain will increase his chances of winning the individual award

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'Spurs need two or three more signings to challenge for top four'

The former Spurs midfielder thinks Jose Mourinho will struggle to steer the club back into Europe's elite competition next season

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Lloris says Mourinho has brought winning mentality to Spurs

The French goalkeeper says the entire Spurs squad are now pulling in the same direction under the Portuguese tactician

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Chelsea-linked Dunk signs new Brighton deal

The English defender has committed his long-term future to the Seagulls after months of speculation

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Mourinho: It's a failure that PSG haven't won UCL yet

The Portuguese manager believes the French club's ascent to the final was inevitable and weighed in on ditching European matches played over two legs

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Willian demands Arsenal keep Aubameyang

The Gunners' latest signing is desperate to see his new club tie a prized asset down to fresh terms

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Lovren admits to elbowing Ramos as revenge for Salah

The Croatian defender has revealed that he "deliberately" targeted the Real Madrid star in a UEFA Nation's League clash against Spain

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USYNT goalkeeper Klinsmann joins LA Galaxy

The son of legendary ex-Germany international Jurgen Klinsmann has completed a move to MLS

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Coutinho addresses speculation over his future

The Brazilian midfielder refused to be drawn on speculation over his next move after helping Hansi Flick's side progress in Europe

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'Liverpool unlikely to dominate PL like Ferguson's Man Utd'

The former Red doesn't believe Jurgen Klopp will be able to replicate the success of one of the finest managers in history at Anfield

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Fulham sign USMNT star Robinson from Wigan

The Cottagers have added a highly-rated defender to their ranks ahead of their return to the English top-flight

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Arsenal-linked Gabriel 'has asked questions about Premier League'

The Portuguese is expecting his team-mate to move on before the start of the new season, and has advised him over a possible move to England

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'Greenwood has frightening potential'

A former Old Trafford favourite has been hugely impressed by the forward's rapid rise to prominence, which he expects to continue in 2019-20

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Arteta: Arsenal must show desire to reach 'next level'

The Spanish manager is confident that the Gunners can become a major force again in the coming years if the "right decisions" are made

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Man Utd 'missing a trick' by not signing Cavani

A former Red Devil thinks the Uruguayan striker would have been the ideal addition to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's ranks ahead of the new season

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Barcelona confirm Koeman as new coach

The Blaugrana have made a swift change in the dugout to replace Quique Setien in the wake of a shocking Champions League defeat to Bayern Munich

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Sancho still has a lot to learn - Favre

The Swiss manager says, although the English winger's continued presence in his squad is "important", he still has to improve in several key areas

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Mbappe getting 'World Cup vibes' from PSG's UCL run

The Frenchman expressed his delight after the Ligue 1 champions' impressive last-four triumph over RB Leipzig in Lisbon

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'Coutinho's Barca future won't be affected by CL display'

The Brazilian helped the German outfit knock his parent club out of Europe in stunning fashion last week

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Willian reveals Luiz role in joining Arsenal

The Brazilian midfielder is "excited" to reunite with his fellow international at Emirates Stadium after leaving Stamford Bridge on a free transfer

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Tuchel explains angry outburst at Leipzig fitness coach

The German vented his frustrations over the Bundesliga outfit's rough approach to the game after the final whistle

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'Martinelli can become one of Premier League's best players'

The Brazilian midfielder has talked up the potential of a fellow countryman after joining him at Emirates Stadium

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David Silva's father hits back at Lazio director

The Italian club were disappointed to learn that the Spaniard had opted for a move to the Anoeta instead of Stadio Olimpico after leaving Manchester

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'Martial like Henry & Ronaldo, but still needs to learn his trade'

A former Red Devil has compared the Frenchman's career trajectory to his own, while insisting "he can only get better" as he edges towards his prime

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Free agent Hart completes Tottenham move

The former England number one has secured a swift return to the Premier League after leaving Burnley earlier this summer

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'Great respect for David Silva as a player, not as a man'

The Spanish playmaker had been strongly linked with a switch to Stadio Olimpico, but completed a surprise move to the Anoeta on Monday

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Man City confirm Bravo exit ahead of Betis transfer

The Chilean shot-stopper looks set to return to La Liga after four years at Etihad Stadium

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Higuain: I could play in MLS

The Argentine striker is not quite ready to call time on his career at the Allianz Stadium amid persistent transfer rumours

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'Sanchez belongs in Italy' - Ex-Man Utd star Veron

The Chile international's abilities are best suited to Serie A, according to a man who also struggled to make an impact at Old Trafford

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'Lukaku is a different animal at Inter'

A former Red Devil has been delighted to see the mercurial centre-forward rediscover his best form at San Siro after a testing spell at Old Trafford

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If PSG don't win the CL, it wouldn't be a failure - Herrera

The midfielder insists that the 2019-20 campaign has been a success for the French champions regardless of whether they lift the continental prize

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Young explains decision to swap Man Utd for Inter

The English full-back admits that he jumped at the chance to move to San Siro after being reduced to a bit-part role in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's squad

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Chelsea target Havertz wants to take 'next step'

The German midfielder is expected to complete a high-profile move after another fine individual campaign

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Lyon's CL clash with Man City is '50/50', says Marcelo

The Brazilian defender is confident that the French outfit can spring an upset against the Premier League giants on Europe's biggest stage

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Kimmich 'almost ashamed' after scoring from Davies' incredible assist

The Germany international has given full credit to his team-mate for the Bundesliga outfit's fifth goal against the Spanish club

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Muller: Barca rout tops Germany's 2014 World Cup win over Brazil

The World Cup winner has reflected on a "special night" in the Champions League for the Bundesliga giants in Lisbon

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'Saliba has potential to be Arsenal's Van Dijk'

A Gunners legend has tipped the teenage centre-back to have a big impact at Emirates Stadium next season

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Man Utd & Arsenal-linked Gabriel's impending exit confirmed

The Premier League has been mooted as a possible next destination for the highly-rated Brazilian centre-back

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Van Persie defends Man Utd penalty record

The former Red Devils striker believes his old club's recent spot kick fortune is a reflection of their increased threat in the final third

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'Felix has shown his quality & will be a success at Atletico'

The Slovenian goalkeeper has backed a talented team-mate to fulfil his potential at Wanda Metroplitano in the coming years

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Man Utd get further Sancho hands-off warning

BVB are determined to keep hold of a prized asset amid strong interest from one of the world's biggest clubs

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Oblak addresses Chelsea transfer rumours

The Slovenian goalkeeper has been tipped to replace under-fire Blues shot-stopper Kepa between the sticks at Stamford Bridge

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'Lukaku will want revenge against Man Utd'

The ex-striker is "concerned" by the Belgian's electrifying form ahead of his old club's potential meeting with the Nerazzurri in the Europa League

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'Barca more dependent on Messi than they have ever been'

A former Blaugrana star says the Argentine will have to be on top form for Quique Setien's men to beat Bayern Munich in the Champions League

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'They speak bullsh*t!' - Ozil claims Arteta didn't give him a chance

The former Germany international has insisted that his omission from the Gunners squad post-lockdown had nothing to do with his fitness levels

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Ballack tips Havertz to flourish under Lampard at Chelsea

A former Blue thinks his old team-mate is capable of bringing the very best out a man currently plying his trade in the Bundesliga

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'Reaching semi-finals is not good enough for Man Utd'

The Norwegian has talked up the importance of delivering the first trophy of his Old Trafford reign after seeing his team progress in Europe

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'Bale must wish he was back at Tottenham'

A former Spurs favourite does not believe that his old team-mate will be content with his current situation at Santiago Bernabeu

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Bakayoko opens door to AC Milan return

The French midfielder has been tipped to seal a permanent move away from Stamford Bridge after returning to the club from a loan spell at Monaco

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Lyon confirm Man City-linked Aouar could leave

The French midfielder has been strongly linked with a move away from the Groupama Stadium after another fine individual season

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Barcelona confirm one positive Covid-19 test

An unnamed Blaugrana player has been forced into quarantine after being diagnosed with coronavirus

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Fernandes on trophy ambitions at Barca & taking inspiration from Busquets

The Brazilian midfielder is looking forward to beginning his career at Camp Nou after a brief loan spell at Real Valladolid

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Witsel convinced over Sancho stay amid Man Utd links

The Belgian midfielder is confident that an influential team-mate will remain at Westfalenstadion despite ongoing speculation over his future

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Bayern willing to sell Thiago for 'fair transfer fee'

The Spanish playmaker has been tipped to swap the Allianz Arena for Anfield in the summer transfer window

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'Arteta can use FA Cup win as springboard to compete for titles'

The ex-Gunners defender wants to see a new era of success ushered in after watching his old club win English football's oldest trophy for a 14th time

James Westwood

'Lewandowski is the best player in the world'

The former Allianz Arena favourite has compared the Polish frontman and the six-time Ballon d'Or winner ahead of a huge Champions League showdown

James Westwood

Immobile confirms Newcastle approach

The Italian forward was strongly linked with a move to St James' Park before the Magpies saw a Saudi Arabian-backed takeover collapse

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Rojo confirms 'bittersweet' Man Utd return

The Argentine defender's six-month stint in his homeland was blighted by injuries, and he will now make his way back to Old Trafford

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Sturridge: I have unfinished business in the Premier League

The former England international believes he is "one of the better options for teams" in the transfer market after being released by Trabzonspor

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Van Persie hails 'world-class' Martial after Man Utd progress in Europe

The former Red Devils striker singled out the Frenchman for praise after watching Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side progress in the Europa League

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Real Madrid winger Kubo completes loan move to Villarreal

The teenager has sealed another temporary move away from Santiago Bernabeu after an impressive 2019-20 campaign at Mallorca

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Meunier opens up on 'outrageous' party culture at PSG

The Belgian full-back, who joined Borussia Dortmund earlier this summer, says birthday celebrations were always "extravagant" at Parc des Princes

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'Europa League success could set up new winning culture at Man Utd'

A former Red Devils is eager to see Ole Gunnar Solskjaer win the first trophy of his managerial reign at Old Trafford

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Martinez: I'll leave Arsenal if I don't get more games

The Argentine shot-stopper wants to be given the No.1 jersey at Emirates Stadium after a strong finish to the season

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'Sevilla signing Rakitic from Barcelona almost impossible'

The Croatian midfielder has been tipped to head back to Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium at the end of the current season

James Westwood

'Man Utd are third best team left in Europa League'

A former Nerazzurri star is confident that his old club will beat Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side to the continental trophy

James Westwood

Sterling: Man City 'extra hungry' for Champions League glory

The English winger says the Blues are ready to fight for a first European crown after overcoming the 13-time winners of the competition last week

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