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'Martial is at the best level in his career & there's more to come'

The Norwegian boss has singled out the Frenchman for praise ahead of the Europa League quarter-finals

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'Fernandes will run out of steam if Solskjaer doesn't make signings'

A former Red Devil doesn't want to see his old club become too reliant on the Portuguese playmaker

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'Mourinho hasn't lost his way, players have more power now'

A man who played under the Portuguese at Chelsea says his old manager has never been one to share command in the dressing room

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'Chelsea can fight for the title next season'

A former Blues defender expects his old club to improve on their 2019-20 showing with the help of a few extra additions

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'Varane's horror show at Man City won't stain Madrid legacy'

The Frenchman had a night to forget as the Blancos exited the Champions League at the hands of Pep Guardiola's Blues

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Hazard accused of downing tools at Real Madrid

A man who tore defences apart on a regular basis at Stamford Bridge has been far less effective in the final third since moving to Santiago Bernabeu

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Chelsea decide against signing Sankoh following trial period

The teenage forward will continue his development in Germany after completing a permanent move away from Stoke City

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Guardiola praises Jesus for downing Real Madrid

The Brazil international notched his 23rd goal of the season to send the Blues into the quarter-final of the Champions League

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'Pay what we want or Havertz stays!' - Chelsea get transfer warning

Frank Lampard is keen on signing the Germany international although the Bundesliga club are adamant they will not drop their asking price

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Hudson-Odoi will want to prove a point against Bayern - Rudiger

The German defender is eager to his see a struggling Stamford Bridge colleague show off his unique abilities on Europe's biggest stage

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Kroos ready for a holiday & won't watch rest of CL

The German midfielder has admitted that the Blancos were the masters of their own downfall against Manchester City

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'Willian would be an unbelievable signing for Arsenal'

The former Gunners midfielder is excited by the prospect of the Brazil international's imminent arrival at Emirates Stadium

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PSG boost as Mbappe named in Champions League squad

The forward is part of the 28-man squad travelling to Faro although it appears that Marco Verratti didn't make the trip and will miss the match

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Premier League clubs vote against five subs in 2020-21

Top flight managers in England will only be allowed to make three changes per match next season, as the time-honoured format makes its return

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'Madrid will struggle to keep out Man City without Ramos'

The former Blancos boss believes the "dangerous" Blues will have too much for Zinedine Zidane's side at Etihad Stadium

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Mourinho backs proposal for permanent five-subs rule

The Portuguese doesn't see any reason for the the top-flight to revert to its previous format after a successful testing phase post-lockdown

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Laporte: Man City have unfinished business in the CL

The Frenchman is hopeful that the Blues can finish the job in their round of 16 tie against Real Madrid to move another step closer to European glory

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'Martial was begging to come on & promised a goal!'

The Norwegian was relieved to see the Frenchman make good on his guarantee to fire the Red Devils to victory in the Europa League

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Barcelona sign Sao Paulo wonderkid Gustavo Maia

The teenage forward will go straight into the Blaugrana's B team after sealing a highly-anticipated move to Camp Nou

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'Chong wants to go to the Bundesliga'

The Dutch winger is eager to continue his development away from Old Trafford, according to his representative

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Roma's €591m sale agreed

James Pallotta has signed a deal to sell his rights to the Giallorossi after months of negotiations

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Man City must be wary of Benzema - Lescott

The former Citizens defender is expecting his old club reach the last eight of the Champions League at the Liga winners' expense

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'Give him a round of applause!' - Mourinho hailed for getting sixth

The club's former striker believes Spurs are on the right track under the Portuguese, who he has praised for a "job well done" in 2019-20

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'Man Utd aren't bigger than Arsenal!' - Auba tipped to stay put

The Gabonese frontman has been heavily linked with a move away from Emirates Stadium, but a club legend thinks he will snub a potential transfer

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Messi pays tribute to 'legend' Casillas

The Argentine has opened up on his "special rivalry" with the ex-Spain goalkeeper while describing him as one of the best players in La Liga history

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Everyone at Man City knows about Werner - Gundogan

The German midfielder has weighed in on the the Blues' summer transfer dealings ahead of the 2020-21 campaign

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'Traore could easily play for Man City or Liverpool'

The former Citizens defender has expressed his belief that the winger is capable of slotting into star-studded squads at Etihad Stadium and Anfield

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'Schmeichel's dream is to join Man Utd'

The Danish shot-stopper has been tipped to join up with the Red Devils in the summer transfer window

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Bale still 'very important' to Real Madrid - Casemiro

The midfielder thinks although his team-mate is enduring a tough time at Santiago Bernabeu, he is still able to "spring a surprise at any time"

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Neymar: I am in my best form since I arrived at PSG

The Brazilian has opened up on how he has "overcome" challenging periods at Parc des Princes with the help of his team-mates

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Dybala beats Ronaldo to Serie A Player of the Year

The Argentine attacker picked up the gong after helping the Bianconeri pick up a ninth successive Scudetto in 2019-20

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Lingard determined to star in Europa League amid exit rumours

The English midfielder admits that he hasn't "had the best of seasons" at Old Trafford, but he's determined to win back his place in the team

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Neymar is determined to bring PSG to the top - Verratti

The Italian midfielder is delighted to see his team-mate in top physical condition heading into a crucial quarter-final meeting with Atalanta

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Werner is a very dangerous player - Pulisic

The USMNT winger is looking forward to playing alongside the German striker at Stamford Bridge next season

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'Gutted' Smalling thanks Roma as he returns to Man Utd

The English defender is on his way back to Old Trafford after seeing a successful season-long loan spell at Stadio Olimpico cut short

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Fred targeting 'as many trophies as possible' in 2020-21

The Brazilian insists that the Red Devils are on "a really good trajectory" under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

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Klopp has two faces - Lewandowski

The Bayern Munich striker says that the German manager was an "amazing" man and coach during their time together at Borussia Dortmund

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Mourinho: Lucas did everything for Spurs this season

The Spurs boss has singled out the Brazilian winger for praise after seeing him take on several different roles throughout the 2019-20 campaign

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'Grealish belongs in the Champions League'

The English midfielder has been tipped to seal a move to Old Trafford after helping to keep Dean Smith's side in the Premier League

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Bayern pull out of race to sign Havertz

The Allianz Arena chief has ruled out the possibility of a highly-rated Germany international joining up with Hansi Flick's squad this summer

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Liverpool must up game to defend title - Milner

The English midfielder has warned his team-mates that a recent drop in standards cannot be carried over into the 2020-21 campaign

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Liverpool wonderkid Elliott reveals haircut promise

The talented Reds starlet is hoping he won't have to wait much longer before breaking his scoring duck for the club - and getting a trim

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Schmeichel would be 'fantastic' signing for Man Utd - Bosnich

The Danish shot-stopper has been tipped to follow in his father's footsteps at Old Trafford

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Lijnders backed to succeed Klopp

A surprise candidate has been put forward to succeed the German manager in the Anfield hotseat

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Conte wouldn't want Messi at Inter - Di Canio

The former Italy international doesn't think the current Nerazzurri boss would welcome the six-time Ballon d'Or winner to San Siro

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Varane: Man City v Real will be decided by 'small details'

The French defender insists the Spanish champions have the necessary "hunger" to overturn a first leg deficit at Etihad Stadium

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Sir Alex took wrong approach against Barca - Rooney

The former Red Devils striker says the most successful manager in the club's history played into the Spanish side's hands in Europe

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Rooney backs Man City to beat Real

The Manchester United legend has predicted his old team's local rivals will reach at least the quarter-finals, at the expense of the Spanish champions

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Juventus record worst Serie A season in nine years

The Bianconeri limped to another Scudetto after an underwhelming end to the 2019-20 campaign

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Tierney thanks key Arsenal figure after escaping injury hell

The Scottish full-back starred during the Gunners' Wembley victory over Chelsea to cap a remarkable end to his first year at Emirates Stadium

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Inter chief responds to Conte outburst

The Nerazzurri secured a runners-up finish in Serie A after beating Atalanta, but their head coach was far from happy following the final whistle

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Azpilicueta: 50/50s went in Arsenal's favour

The Blues defender expressed his disappointment after a heartbreaking loss at Wembley at the hands of the Gunners

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Rooney: De Bruyne reminds me of Gerrard and Giggs

The former Red Devil has described the Belgium international as "arguably one of the top three players in the world right now"

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Liverpool's 'little magician' in training revealed

The Reds' recently departed back-up shot-stopper has opened up on the challenge of trying to keep out some of the best players in the Premier League

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Lonergan hails 'flawless' Alisson

The English shot-stopper has praised a former Reds team-mate for the way he "controls his defence" at Anfield

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FA Cup triumph would save Arsenal's season, says Lacazette

The Frenchman has highlighted how important it is for the Gunners to finish a turbulent 2019-20 campaign on a high at Wembley

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'Complete rubbish' to say players don't care about FA Cup - Walcott

The former Arsenal star says he fulfilled a life-long dream by getting his hands on the most famous domestic trophy in England

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Pirlo: I rejected Premier League offers to become Juve U23 boss

The Italian legend has explained his decision to begin his coaching career with the Bianconeri reserve side

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Chelsea star Mount rates his season out of 10

The English midfielder has enjoyed an impressive breakout season at Stamford Bridge, but insists there is still plenty of "room for improvement”

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Solskjaer has proven his managerial ability - Berbatov

The former striker heaped praise on the Red Devils boss for bringing about significant change in his first full season in charge at Old Trafford

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Napoli open door to Koulibaly sale amid Man City links

The Senegalese defender has been heavily linked with a move to Etihad Stadium in the summer transfer window

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Napoli president wants UCL clash at Barca moved

The Italian outfit are due to arrive at Camp Nou for a round of 16 second leg clash with the Blaugrana next month

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Giroud: Werner hasn’t been recruited to sit on the bench

The Frenchman is not "naive" enough to think his place in the Blues squad is safe, but he plans to give Frank Lampard selection "headaches" in 2020-21

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'90 per cent chance Ozil will leave Arsenal in 2021'

The Gunners outcast will see out the remaining year of his contract, according to his representative

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Arsenal board must back Arteta - Seaman

The Gunners will qualify for the Europa League if they win the trophy, which a club legend thinks will be crucial in attracting top talent

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Man City can deal with Madrid without Aguero - Gundogan

The German midfielder is confident that the Blues can still progress in Europe despite the absence of a key performer

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Manchester United passed up chance to sign Pulisic

The Chelsea winger's career trajectory could have turned out differently had an Old Trafford official's glowing recommendations been acted upon

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Mourinho takes swipe at Fernandes for penalty record

The Tottenham boss has aimed a subtle dig at a fellow Portuguese and the Red Devils after seeing another key decision go their way at the weekend

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'Neymar could easily claim three Ballons d'Or'

The former Brazil international is delighted to see a fellow countryman "focusing on his football" again after a turbulent period at Parc des Princes

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'Coutinho could be a regular at Arsenal or Spurs'

A Blaugrana legend doesn't think there is any chance of the Brazilian midfielder turning around his career at Camp Nou

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'Willian might not suit Arsenal but he'd fit in at Spurs'

A former Tottenham striker has weighed in on the speculation surrounding the Brazilian playmaker's future at Stamford Bridge

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Kepa 'on his way' out after 'fall-out' with Lampard, says Bosnich

A former Blues shot-stopper can't see any way back for the Spaniard after his omission from the final game of the season

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Bale's situation is unsatisfying for everyone - Kroos

The Blancos midfielder admits it is not ideal for an £85 million ($109m) player to be sitting on the bench at Santiago Bernabeu

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'I'm just warming up!' - Zlatan dismisses retirement rumours

The veteran striker released a video on social media to dismiss reports that he is ready to call it quits

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Solskjaer: Man Utd have been the third best team for a long while

The Norwegian boss has been delighted to see his side rediscover a consistent streak since the turn of the year

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I look for criticism as fuel! - Henderson

The England midfielder has opened up on how he deals with the expectations that come with playing for the Reds

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Fred: Man Utd will look to win the Champions League next season

The Brazilian midfielder has highlighted how important qualification for Europe's premier competition is for the Red Devils

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Salah unsure of Liverpool future after Reds' title triumph

The Egyptian forward says he just wants to "enjoy the moment" after adding the Premier League to his ever-growing haul of major trophies

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'Drogba scored 29, so Richarlison should target 30'

The Toffees boss thinks the Brazilian is capable of becoming one of the most prolific frontmen in the Premier League

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Bayern yet to receive offers for Liverpool-linked Thiago

The Allianz Arena chief is eager to see the midfielder sign a contract extension, but admits to being in the dark over his future at present

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Arteta 'positive' Arsenal can close gap to top sides

The Spanish head coach admits that it "hurts" to have seen his side fall so far in the Premier League, but he remains optimistic about the future

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Shearer backs Greenwood to beat his PL goal record

The former Newcastle centre-forward is in awe of the teenager's finishing ability, and thinks he will reach the very top of the game

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'Man Utd's spark has disappeared'

A man who began his professional career at Old Trafford thinks Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men are limping to the 2019-20 finishing line

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Alexander-Arnold: Kiev was the turning point for Liverpool

The England full-back says the Reds learned important lessons following their European humbling at the hands of Real Madrid in 2018

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Tottenham tipped to launch £30m Mings bid

A former Spurs favourite would like to see his old club lure the England international to north London in the summer transfer window

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'Fcking wnkers!' - Milner aims dig at Man Utd

The midfielder was recorded mocking the Red Devils as Jurgen Klopp's men celebrated winning the Premier League title on Wednesday night

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We knew we'd keep winning without Ronaldo - Modric

The Croatian midfielder was not surprised that the Blancos were able to win back the La Liga crown from Barcelona in 2019-20

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Title-winning Leeds defend open-top bus celebration

The Whites took their Championship-title winning celebrations to the streets following a final day victory over Charlton

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Lacazette: Being benched made me unhappy

The French striker says he has "learned a lot" during a frustrating campaign at Emirates Stadium which has tested his mental strength

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'Grealish can't turn down the chance to join Man Utd or Spurs'

The former Aston Villa striker would completely understand if the midfielder decides to move on to pastures new in the summer transfer window

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Adams was 'very against' £72m Arsenal move for Pepe

A Gunners legend feels a club-record fee could have been better spent on "different areas" of the squad last summer

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Martial has to show more desire and passion - Cole

The 1999 treble winner discussed the Frenchman's form in the 2019-20 season and feels he should have scored 20+ in previous campaigns

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'Neymar's always trying to wind people up!'

The Brazilian was at his flamboyant best when the French outfit welcomed the Scottish champions to Parc des Princes on Tuesday

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'Greenwood has potential to surpass Rashford and Martial'

The former Red Devils frontman has been blown away by the teenager's impact at Old Trafford this season

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Man Utd need '30% more' to compete for title - Matic

The Serbian midfielder has been encouraged by the progress made by the Red Devils throughout the 2019-20 campaign

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Xhaka questions Arsenal 'mentality' after Villa defeat

The Swiss midfielder says Dean Smith's side "deserved" their win over the Gunners because they were "more aggressive" on the night

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'De Gea needs Henderson competition - he thinks he's untouchable!'

A former Old Trafford favourite still considers the Spaniard to be among the best in the business, but believes he has become "over-confident"

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Guardiola backs Cancelo amid transfer rumours

The Spanish boss is pleased with the progress the Portuguese defender has made this year and still believes he has a bright future at Etihad Stadium

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Gerrard: Suarez had no respect for anyone in Liverpool training

The Reds legend was full of praise for his former team-mate at Anfield and says the club's Premier League title win has helped "bury a few demons"

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Loftus-Cheek: I feel completely strong now

The English midfielder says he is ready to force his way into Frank Lampard's plans after overcoming a serious Achilles injury

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'Oblak is the only man who can replace De Gea'

An ex-Red Devil does not think his old club should give up on the struggling shot-stopper despite his latest underwhelming performance

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'Fernandes & Ighalo made Man Utd more resilient'

The Norwegian boss admits that his side turned a corner after the integration of two winter signings

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Moyes: Man Utd have given Solskjaer more time than I had

The Scottish head coach is looking forward to returning to Old Trafford with West Ham in midweek

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'De Gea will be back!' - Scholes defends Man Utd goalkeeper

A legendary Old Trafford figure is confident that the Spanish shot-stopper will rediscover his best form after a series of high-profile errors

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Dier signs contract extension at Tottenham

The midfielder has committed his long-term future to the Lilywhites after another solid individual season

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Chelsea motivated to match Liverpool next season - Mount

The English midfielder says the Blues will be aiming to challenge for the Premier League title in 2020-21

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Liverpool & City not a patch on Arsenal Invincibles - Bergkamp

The former Netherlands striker does not think the two current leading clubs in English football hold a candle to the Gunners' 2003-04 side

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'Benzema is a more complete player than Henry'

The former Lyon striker has heaped praise upon his old team-mate in the wake of the Blancos' latest La Liga triumph

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Anything is possible against Man City - Varane

The French defender insists the Blancos will "fight to the end" to overcome the Blues when the competition resumes next month

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Real Sociedad confident in Odegaard loan extension

The Norwegian winger has impressed at Anoeta since his temporary switch from Santiago Bernabeu last year

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We appreciate Sanchez quality - Marotta

The Nerazzurri chief hasn't ruled out the prospect of bringing the Chilean star onto the club's books ahead of the 2020-21 campaign

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Bale will not leave Real Madrid, says agent

The mercurial winger has been tipped to secure a transfer away from Santiago Bernabeu after a turbulent season in the Spanish capital

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Arteta's done a phenomenal job at Arsenal - Merson

A former Gunners midfielder has talked up the impact the Spanish tactician has had since inheriting the managerial reins at Emirates Stadium

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'De Gea hasn't become a bad keeper overnight!'

The former Red Devil has jumped to the defence of the under-fire shot-stopper in the wake of another nightmare display between the sticks

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I'm very happy at Arsenal - Ceballos

The Real Madrid midfielder has admitted that he would be open to extending his stay in north London beyond the end of of the season

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'Solskjaer has a huge decision to make with De Gea'

A man who served between the sticks at Old Trafford at the height of his career is concerned by the form of the current Red Devils No 1

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Dortmund sign Man Utd target Bellingham in €25m deal

The teenage midfielder had also been linked with the Red Devils in recent months, but has opted to continue his development at Westfalenstadion

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Liverpool motivated to keep winning - Robertson

The Scottish full-back is adamant that the Reds will retain their hunger for silverware after securing an elusive top-flight crown

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Juve still on course despite blip, insists Rabiot

The French midfielder is confident that the Bianconeri will overcome a recent wobble to secure a ninth successive Scudetto

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Giroud: De Gea should have saved my FA Cup opener

The Frenchman was delighted to get on the scoresheet as Chelsea beat arch-rivals Manchester United at Wembley

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Matic urges Man Utd to refocus on Champions League race

The Serbian midfielder is already looking ahead to a crucial midweek meeting with West Ham after a heartbreaking defeat to Chelsea

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'Solskjaer is doing a remarkable job at Man Utd'

The former Red Devils striker has been encouraged by the current squad's "transformation" under the Norwegian head coach

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Greenwood is better than Rashford - Yorke

The former Red Devils favourite has been impressed by the impact the teenager striker has had at Old Trafford in 2019-20

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I have had the worst season of my career - Hazard

The Belgian has offered a frank assessment of his first year in the Spanish capital with the new champions

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Arsenal wanted to reach FA Cup final more than Man City - Gundogan

The German midfielder has bemoaned the Blues' sub-par first-half performance against the Gunners at Wembley

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'Klopp saw something in me' - Robertson on Liverpool anniversary

The Scottish full-back has expressed his gratitude towards the Reds coach for bringing him to Anfield three years ago

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FA Cup gives Man Utd chance to forget top four race - Solskjaer

The Norwegian boss is excited by the prospect of reaching his first major final during his managerial reign at Old Trafford

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Zidane's 'extraordinary' relationship with players revealed

The Frenchman's assistant has offered an insight into his unique process behind the scenes at Santiago Bernabeu

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Mourinho: People look at me with different eyes

The Portuguese coach cannot understand why is subjected to more criticism than his peers, despite a solid start to his reign at Spurs

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'Fernandes is the hero Man Utd fans wanted'

The former Old Trafford favourite has credited the Portuguese midfielder with helping to revive his old club's fortunes in 2020

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Man Utd's Ighalo 'dreams' of reaching FA Cup final

The Nigerian is desperate to reach the showpiece event for the first time in his career after a heartbreaking experience in the last four with Watford

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Guardiola: No doubt Thiago can play in Premier League

The Manchester City boss has weighed in on speculation linking the Bayern Munich star with a move to Anfield

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'Arsenal should be looking at Ings in case Aubameyang leaves'

A former Gunners defender would like to see his old club target the Southampton frontman if a prized asset walks through the Emirates Stadium exits

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Arsenal-linked David says he wants to join Lille

The Canada international is determined to complete a move to Stade Pierre Mauroy this summer

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Leeds United return to Premier League after 16-year absence

The Whites have been promoted from the Championship following West Brom's defeat at Huddersfield

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Greenwood produces every time - Lingard

The Red Devils midfielder has talked up the talents of a team-mate currently enjoying a breakout season at Old Trafford

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'Not everyone is going to be your best friend' - Pulisic on Chelsea

The United States international says he has gradually built up his confidence during his first season at Stamford Bridge

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'Pogba still a few levels off his best'

The former Red Devils coach has expressed his belief that the Frenchman is most effective when deployed further up the pitch

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We have earned the right to smile - Solskjaer

The Norwegian highlighted how far his side has come in 2020 following a hard-earned victory at Selhurst Park

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Ramos: Everything Zidane touches turns into gold!

The Spanish defender has credited his manager for leading the Blancos to their 34th Spanish title

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Setien unsure over Barca future

The Spanish head coach has admitted that the Blaugrana's domestic failings could cost him his position at Camp Nou

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Messi blasts Barca as La Liga slips away

The Argentine superstar gave a frank assessment of the Blaugrana's domestic campaign after seeing Real Madrid win the top-flight crown

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Arsenal confirm Martinelli will miss first half of 2020-21 season

The crocked Brazilian striker's spell on the sidelines look set to extend through to the end of the year

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Kane won't stop after double century - Lloris

The Lilywhites goalkeeper has heaped praise on his team-mate after his history-making display against Newcastle in the Premier League

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Ndombele 'fighting a losing battle with Mourinho' - Berbatov

The former Spurs striker says the club's record signing may have to seek a transfer if his situation does not improve

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Neville warns Man Utd not to delay Sancho signing

The legendary Old Trafford figure has urged the Red Devils to capitalise on their position of power in the summer transfer market

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Todibo: Man Utd refused to sign me after trial

The Frenchman has opened up on his brief experience in the Old Trafford academy ranks before his move to Toulouse

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'Arteta needs £150m for a new squad'

The former Gunner thinks the Spanish head coach will need to make wholesale changes in order to spark a revival of fortunes at Emirates Stadium

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'Liverpool are in holiday mode!'

A former Anfield winger has aired his frustration in the wake of Jurgen Klopp's side's damaging defeat to Arsenal at Emirates Stadium

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'Guendouzi is not the type of player to knuckle down'

The former Gunners striker cannot see the Frenchman forcing his way back into Mikel Arteta's plans at Emirates Stadium

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Guardiola: Man City chairman is not happy with me!

The Spanish head coach has admitted that his side have fallen short of their usual high standards in the Premier League

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'Man City should definitely go for Kane'

A former Blue would like to see his old club make a move for the England international when the summer transfer market opens

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Foden is the best young player I've seen - Walker

The England defender has talked up his fellow countryman's talents after witnessing his rise to prominence at Etihad Stadium

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'Martial on the cusp of becoming an elite number nine'

A former Red Devil has been impressed by the Frenchman's output since last month's Premier League restart

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Rashford to receive honorary degree for charity efforts

The England international has been acknowledged for his outstanding efforts off the pitch over the past year

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Why Giroud's goal against Norwich was dedicated to Kante

The Frenchman marked his latest strike for the Blues in unique fashion during a narrow Premier League victory over Norwich

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Hasselbaink urges Chelsea to make defensive signings

A former Stamford Bridge favourite has highlighted a key area of weakness within Frank Lampard's current squad

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'Solskjaer is forming a team capable of winning the title'

A former Red Devil is excited by the progress his old club are making under the Norwegian head coach

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Guardiola criticises 'whispering' Premier League bosses

The Blues head coach has addressed the club's CAS appeal verdict while also speaking out on his future at Etihad Stadium

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Tebas must be so jealous! - Guardiola

The Catalan was in a defensive mood ahead of his side's midweek clash with Bournemouth in the Premier League

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'James not the right fit for Madrid's system'

A former Santiago Bernabeu favourite thinks the Colombian playmaker's time in the Spanish capital will soon draw to a close

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'Kane misses Eriksen & looks isolated upfront'

A former Spurs defender thinks his old club have lacked a creative spark in midfield since the Denmark international's departure

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Hazard will bring a lot of success to Madrid - Martinez

A man who arrived at Santiago Bernabeu for €100 million (£90m/$113m) last year has been tipped to drive the club forwards in the coming seasons

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'Spurs are more tactical under Mourinho than Pochettino'

The defender has outlined the key differences between the two managers in the wake of an encouraging north London derby victory

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'Valuation of Sancho must be met 100%'

The highly-rated winger has been heavily linked with a move away from Westfalenstadion after another stellar season in Germany

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Greenwood not at risk of burnout, says Solskjaer

The Red Devils boss has no plans to rest the teenager after seeing him hit three goals in three successive starts

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'Arsenal are a bit behind Tottenham'

The Gunners are no longer the strongest force in north London, according to their former midfielder

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World Cup winner Jack Charlton dies aged 85

The former Three Lions defender passed away on Friday night following a long battle with illness

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'Juventus must be patient with Rabiot but he will reach the top'

A man who worked with the French playmaker at Paris Saint-Germain wants to see him fulfil his potential at the Allianz Stadium

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Guardiola: Finishing second more important than winning FA Cup

The Spaniard is more interested in seeing his side secure a runners-up spot rather than adding to their haul of English trophies

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Norwich relegated after suffering 24th defeat of the season

The Canaries have dropped straight back down to the Championship after a miserable 2019-20 campaign

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Keane confident Man Utd will secure top-four spot

A legendary Old Trafford figure was full of praise for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side after watching them put Aston Villa to the sword

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Manchester United set new Premier League scoring benchmark

The Red Devils' scintillating run of form continued at Villa Park as Bruno Fernandes, Mason Greenwood and Paul Pogba all got in on the act

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Greenwood joins Rooney in Man Utd record books

The teenage striker took his Premier League tally to nine at Villa Park to help the Red Devils continue their recent hot-streak in the final third

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Man Utd equal Premier League penalty record

The Red Devils were awarded their 13th spot kick of the season at Villa Park after a piece of brilliance in the box from the Portuguese

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Liverpool are far from the finished article! - Gomez

The England international has warned that the newly crowned Premier League champions cannot afford to rest on their laurels

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Arsenal fail in Nketiah red-card appeal

The Gunners striker has been punished for a mistimed challenge on Leicester's James Justin at Emirates Stadium on Tuesday

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Ancelotti addresses James to Everton rumours

The Italian head coach cannot see the Colombian playmaker calling time on his Santiago Bernabeu career just yet

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Barca should sign Neymar over Lautaro - Rivaldo

The former Camp Nou favourite would like to see his fellow countryman make his way back to Camp Nou this summer

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Barca problem isn't VAR, it's lack of quality - Rivaldo

The ex-Blaugrana star has expressed his belief that the club's president is trying "to distract the media" from problems behind the scenes at Camp Nou

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'Rashford & Greenwood can get the best out of each other'

A former Red Devils striker is confident that both men can play starring roles in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's line-up over the coming seasons

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Jorginho acknowledges Chelsea exit 'rumours'

The Italy international spoke out on his future after making his first appearance for the Blues in four months

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'Arsenal may offload Ozil to protect the next generation'

A Gunners legend can see a divisive figure leaving Emirates Stadium in the summer transfer window

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Fernandes has lifted everyone! - Solskjaer

The Red Devils boss has singled out the Portuguese playmaker for praise ahead of a crucial meeting with Aston Villa

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Solskjaer praised for sifting out players that 'don't belong' at Man Utd

The former Red Devils goalkeeper has been impressed with the Norwegian's ruthless commitment and performance-based selection policy

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Saka and Martinelli are future world stars - Martinez

The Gunners shot-stopper has talked up the talents of two players currently enjoying breakthrough seasons at Emirates Stadium

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Grealish's agent responds to Man Utd rumours

The Red Devils have been credited with an interest in the midfielder who has enjoyed a fine individual 2019-20 campaign

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James won't be loaned out next season, claims agent

Last summer's £15 million arrival still has a bright future at Old Trafford despite slipping down the pecking order, according to his representative

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'Havertz to Bayern possible if Thiago & Alaba leave'

A legendary figure at Allianz Arena expects the Germany international to leave Bayer Leverkusen in the summer, with Chelsea leading the race

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'Martial & Rashford reaching 20 goals is long overdue'

A former Red Devils striker has challenged the two forwards to build on an impressive 2019-20 campaign in the coming years

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Barcelona 'unlikely' to sign Neymar

The Brazilian has been tipped to retrace his steps this summer after a testing three-year period in France with Paris Saint-Germain

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The dream is to have a team full of Scousers! - Klopp

The Reds boss has talked up the talent within the club's academy ranks after seeing Curtis Jones and Harvey Elliott sign new contracts

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'Thiago would love Liverpool & fit perfectly with Klopp'

The Bundesliga club's former captain can see the Spanish playmaker making his way to Anfield in the summer transfer window

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'If you don't perform for Arteta, you're out!'

The Argentine goalkeeper has offered an insight into the Spaniard's no-nonsense managerial approach at Emirates Stadium

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Shaw: This Man Utd side is the most exciting I've played in

The England full-back is convinced that the Red Devils are heading in the "right direction" under the Norwegian head coach

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'No way Grealish can fit in with Pogba & Fernandes'

The English playmaker has been heavily linked with a summer move to Old Trafford, but there may not be a spot open for him in midfield

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Elliott signs first professional contract with Liverpool

The teenage playmaker has committed his future to the Reds after establishing himself in the senior squad in 2019-20

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Partey warned against joining Arsenal

The highly-rated midfielder has been heavily linked with a move to north London when the summer transfer window opens

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Ribery questions Fiorentina future after his home is burgled

The French winger has admitted that he is concerned for his family's safety in Italy after being the victim of a break-in over the weekend

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Jimenez backed to seal Man Utd move

The Wolves frontman has all the attributes to fill a key position at Old Trafford, according to his national coach

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