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Robertson admits 'off day' against Man City

The Scottish full-back has conceded that the Reds "could have done a lot better" during their first outing as Premier League champions

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'Alisson is the best goalkeeper in the world by a country mile!'

The Reds full-back was full of praise for the Brazilian shot-stopper after his outstanding display against Aston Villa

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Mourinho: Tottenham are building for 'five years' time'

The Portuguese boss has called for patience as he aims to put together a trophy-winning squad at Spurs

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'Guardiola interfered in medical matters at Bayern'

The Spanish boss was not easy to work with at Allianz Arena, according to a well-respected club servant

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'Lampard's ruthless streak comes from Mourinho'

The former Stamford Bridge favourite can see similarities between the current Blues manager and the Portuguese tactician

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Liverpool loyalty to Origi cost them Werner - Owen

The former Anfield forward was frustrated to see one of the most prolific front men in Europe sign for Chelsea instead of his old club

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Osimhen is the type of footballer Napoli needs - Mertens

The Belgian forward is hoping to see the highly-rated Nigeria international complete a move to Stadio San Paolo later in the year

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Xavi signs Al-Sadd extension with Barca return on hold

The Blaugrana legend has agreed to stay on as the Qatar based club's head coach through to the end of the 2020-21 season

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My Tottenham days are numbered - Rose

The England international, currently plying his trade at Newcastle on loan, does not expect to return to his parent club at the end of the season

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Henderson thanks three men most for Premier League triumph

The England international has expressed gratitude towards those who have helped to shape his career at Anfield

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Ndombele will be a success at Tottenham - Sissoko

The Frenchman has backed a fellow countryman to prove his worth in the Premier League after a difficult first season in north London

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Bernard: I saw psychologist after panic attack

The Brazilian has admitted that he has been in "therapy for the past year" after suffering from an episode of crippling anxiety

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'Fernandes has freed Pogba from burden of expectation'

The former Old Trafford favourite says the Frenchman as been a "a totally different player" since the resumption of Premier League football

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PSG-linked Saint-Maximin won't be sold, says Bruce

The Magpies head coach is determined to retain a player who has proven to be "the best pound-for-pound signing in the Premier League" this season

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Man Utd should have pushed harder to sign Haaland - Scholes

The Red Devils legend cannot understand why his old club didn't throw more money at the Norwegian frontman at the start of the year

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Reds fall to worst scoreless streak in 28 years at Man City

The Reds first game as Premier League champions did not go according to plan as they suffered a heavy defeat at Etihad Stadium

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Next season started today! - Sterling

The England international expressed his excitement for the future following a comfortable home victory over the Reds

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Mourinho: VAR is bad for the beautiful game

The Portuguese was left dejected after seeing a key decision go against his side on a frustrating night at Bramall Lane

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'Solskjaer has silenced his critics'

A former Red Devil has heaped praise upon the Norwegian for "putting smiles back on people's faces" at Old Trafford

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'VAR is ruining football!' - Fury over disallowed Kane goal

Tottenham were harshly denied an equaliser in their Premier League encounter at Bramall Lane after a controversial video assistant review

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'Willian would be a wonderful fit for Arsenal'

The former Blues midfielder would love to see the Brazilian remain at Stamford Bridge, but doesn't think the club will give in to his contract demands

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Chelsea need to sign 'a John Terry' - Hoddle

The ex-Blues boss has highlighted a key area of concern for Frank Lampard in the wake of their damaging London derby defeat

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Liverpool arrived with no beers in their blood - Guardiola

The Spanish boss was adamant that his side came up against a well prepared Reds outfit despite their recent title celebrations

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Guardiola confirms Sane is off to Bayern

The Spanish head coach has wished the Germany international good luck ahead of his impending switch to Allianz Arena

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'Werner's obsessive quest for goals will help him settle at Chelsea'

Oliver Bierhoff is confident that his fellow countryman will adapt quickly to the demands of Premier League football

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Salah reveals first question he asked Klopp after Liverpool move

The Egyptian forward has admitted that he wasn't sure how he would fit into the Reds' starting XI upon his arrival at Anfield in 2017

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'Ozil one of the worst players in the world without the ball!'

The former Gunners midfielder isn't sure how the German's future "gets resolved" but suggests they need to come up with a plan to offload him

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Ancelotti: Everton have to compete for the Premier League title

The Toffees boss is confident that his talented young squad will blossom into an elite force in the near future

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Bayern sign Kouassi on free transfer after PSG exit

The Bundesliga champions have added a highly-rated defender to their ranks after seeing him turn down the chance to remain at Parc des Princes

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'Man Utd are missing a striker like Lewandowski'

Sir Alex Ferguson's former assistant at Old Trafford believes that the Red Devils are still lacking a natural No.9

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'Man Utd need three or four Fernandes-type players'

The club's former right-back urged "caution" after watching Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side extend their unbeaten run in all competitions to 15 matches

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Lewandowski discusses failed Real Madrid move

The Polish centre-forward says he does not regret his decision to snub an approach from the Blancos to remain at Allianz Arena

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Mendy happy to know he is missed by Guardiola

The French defender is eager to repay the Catalan head coach for the faith he has shown him throughout his injury-ravaged spell at Etihad Stadium

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Barca to receive €10m after Getafe sign Cucurella

The Spanish defender leaves Camp Nou for the second time in his career without having made a single first-team appearance for the club

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Griezmann knows he can do better - Lenglet

The Blaugrana defender is confident that a man struggling for form at Camp Nou can still win back the adulation of supporters

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Arsenal target Partey 'will fit in perfectly in PL'

The England international has described his Wanda Metropolitano colleague as "one of the best midfielders" he's ever played with

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Nubel ready for next step at Bayern after completing medical

The German goalkeeper expressed his excitement after being officially unveiled at Allianz Arena on Tuesday

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'Rashford is perfect partner for Henry-like Martial'

A former Old Trafford favourite says the pair can forge a similar relationship to the one he enjoyed with Andy Cole at the height of his career

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Hakimi sends farewell message to Dortmund fans

The Moroccan defender is on the verge of completing a move to San Siro from Real Madrid after a two-year loan spell at Westfalenstadion

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Liverpool 'won't stop' after title triumph, says Mane

The Reds cannot afford to let their foot off the gas after being crowned champions of England, according to one of their talismanic attackers

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Man Utd-linked Marc Jurado confirms Barca exit

The teenage defender has been tipped to join the Red Devils after deciding against continuing his development at Camp Nou

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Maguire has a magnet on his head! - Solskjaer

The Red Devils boss has heaped praise upon the England international in the wake of his latest stellar performance for the club

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Solskjaer trusts me more now - Matic

The Serbian midfielder says he knew his "time would come again" at Old Trafford after a frustrating period on the fringes of the action

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Pogba can get Man Utd competing for titles - Keane

The Red Devils great says he 'has a lot of time" for the mercurial Frenchman, but would like to see him start delivering the goods week in, week out

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'Sometimes Ziyech is a trainer's nightmare!'

The Moroccan winger is set to join up with his new team-mates next month after signing a pre-contract agreement with the Blues earlier this year

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'Solskjaer should go for Sane if he can't get Sancho'

The ex-Red Devils star has suggested an alternative option for his old club in the event they fail to land a primary target from Borussia Dortmund

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Man Utd still years away from Liverpool & Man City - Keane

The Red Devils legend says Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is still short of a "few players" in his bid to revive the glory days at Old Trafford

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Klopp is now the best manager in football - Hamann

The German coach should now be considered the best in the business, according to a man who enjoyed cult status at Anfield as a player

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Havertz 'not thinking too much' about summer transfer, says Bosz

The talented German playmaker has been tipped to join one of Europe's top clubs when the transfer window reopens

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'Guendouzi has to watch his temper & stay focused'

A Gunners legend has urged the Frenchman to concentrate on his football instead of allowing external distractions to affect his performances

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'Man Utd only need one more signing to challenge for title'

A former Red Devil is confident his old club can return to the elite stage if one key area is strengthened this summer

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Liverpool can't go into 'autopilot' after title win, says Milner

The utility man has urged the Reds to "go again" next season after securing a first league crown in 30 years

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'Klopp has knocked Man United off their perch!'

A former Reds favourite thinks that Anfield is now a more attractive prospect to top players than Old Trafford

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'Liverpool have to spend to keep winning'

Jurgen Klopp will have to continue investing in his squad to remain competitive at the very highest level, according to a former Anfield favourite

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Loftus-Cheek vows to regain sharpness after Chelsea return

The English midfielder says "it felt amazing" to be back in action at the weekend, and he is now determined to rediscover his best form

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Martial can be Man Utd No.9 - Yorke

The former Red Devil does not think his old club need to bring in the Tottenham striker due to the continued presence of the in-form Frenchman

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'Man Utd will win the title if they sign Kane'

The former Spurs midfielder thinks the England international could be the "missing piece" in the current Red Devils squad

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'It took a while!' - Van Persie responds to Martial hat-trick

The last man to net a treble for the Red Devils has congratulated the French striker for his match-winning display against Sheffield United

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Arsenal target Gabriel opens door to Premier League move

The Brazilian is eager to secure a high profile move this summer to increase his chances of an international call up

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Ansu Fati's father responds to Man Utd links

The Spain U21 international has been tipped to complete a move to Old Trafford when the summer transfer window opens

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Mendy: This is my time!

The French full-back is motivated to repay the club for keeping faith with him throughout his various spells on the sidelines

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Tierney positive of bright future under 'brilliant' Arteta

The Scottish full-back has talked up the Spaniard's managerial credentials in the wake of a frustrating return to action for the Gunners

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'Man Utd would be stupid not to go for Kane'

An ex-Old Trafford favourite says the Spurs talisman is exactly the kind of player his old club needs to get back on the elite stage

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'Ibrahimovic is a UFO!'

A man who played alongside the veteran striker at Parc des Princes has waxed lyrical over his talent and character off the pitch

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Werner needs to perform or I'm in trouble! - Rudiger

The German defender is looking forward to linking up with his fellow countryman at Stamford Bridge next season

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'WHAT A JOKE!' - Arsenal fans furious over Luiz extension

Gunners supporters have taken to social media to voice their frustrations after seeing a divisive figure handed a new deal

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Man Utd not ready to challenge for the title - Solskjaer

The Red Devils boss insists his rebuilding job at Old Trafford is still ongoing, but is confident the team are "moving in the right direction"

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James: I nearly left Madrid last summer

The Colombian midfielder has opened up on speculation surrounding his future and his relationship with Zinedine Zidane

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'Rashford is at the same level as Mbappe'

A former Old Trafford favourite has compared two men who have enjoyed very strong individual seasons respectively in England and France

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'McTominay looks like a future Man Utd captain'

The club's former striker has urged the Scotland international to move to the next level after committing his future to the Red Devils

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Atletico still believe in €126m Felix, says Simeone

The Argentine boss is confident that the Portuguese playmaker will go on to realise his full potential at Wanda Metropolitano

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Willock reveals key lesson he learned from Wenger

The midfielder has described working under the Frenchman at Emirates Stadium in his academy days as a "surreal" experience

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Chelsea the 'dream club' for Gilmour

The former Blues midfielder thinks the Scot is in the perfect environment to develop his game and one day achieve his full potential

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Vidal: It's difficult to want to play without Barca fans

The Chilean midfielder is struggling to get used to playing in empty stadiums amid the continued threat of coronavirus

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Ajax rule out re-signing Vertonghen

The Belgian defender has been heavily linked with a return to Amsterdam as his current contract at Spurs runs down

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Mourinho vows to be patient with Kane

The Spurs boss has been pleased with a star forward's progress since his return from injury, and expects him to gradually get back to his best

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Mourinho hits back at Kane criticism

The Portuguese boss has responded to Arsenal legend Paul Merson's suggestion that he doesn't get the best out of his centre-forwards

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Guendouzi escapes punishment for grabbing Maupay by the throat

The Frenchman will not face any disciplinary action after being involved in a heated confrontation with the Seagulls striker at the Amex Stadium

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Fair to question if VAR is being used well - Setien

The Spanish head coach expressed his frustration after seeing the Blancos leapfrog his side in the Liga standings

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Liverpool need to be more clinical - Henderson

The Reds captain has admitted that the Premier League champions-elect failed to reach their usual high standards against the Toffees

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Vertonghen agrees contract extension with Spurs

The Belgian defender has committed to seeing out the 2019-20 campaign at Spurs, but his future in north London remains up in the air

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Bosnich notes technical flaw in De Gea's game

The man who once served between the sticks at Old Trafford himself has highlighted the reasons behind the Spanish shot-stopper's recent slump in form

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'Pogba is Man Utd's one world-class player'

The club legend has urged the Frenchman to prove he is fully committed to his duties at Old Trafford over the next few weeks

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Mendy brings a special quality to Man City - Guardiola

The Spanish boss wants the defender to finally prove that he can cope with the demands of regular Premier League football

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Rooney reveals he advised Man Utd to sign Gueye

The Red Devils all-time record scorer recalls being blown away by the Toffees midfielder's talents upon his return to Goodison Park

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Giroud's hot-streak against Villa continues

The Frenchman netted an all-important winner against Dean Smith's side to ensure the Blues tighten their hold on fourth place

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Pulisic was hungry - Lampard

The Blues boss has heaped praise upon the United States international after his superb second half display at Villa Park

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Klopp admits concern after Milner and Matip injuries

The Reds lost a pair of key players within the first 90 minutes of their return to action this weekend and their manager is worried

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'Unbelievable' Lampard will guide Chelsea to top-four - Cole

The former Stamford Bridge favourite has hailed his old colleague for the impact he has had since being appointed permanent Blues manager last year

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'Klopp has already achieved more than Guardiola in England'

The former Anfield favourite has expressed his belief that the Liverpool manager's recent success puts him above his Manchester City counterpart

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Arsenal are going backwards - Parlour

The former midfielder admits that his old club should be taking maximum points from teams like Brighton in pursuit of a top five finish

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'Salah is doing what Ronaldo did for Man Utd'

The Red Devils legend has drawn comparisons between his old team-mate and the man currently leading the line at Anfield

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'Werner and Abraham can definitely play together!'

The former Blue is confident that the England international can link up with his old club's newest signing in the final third next season

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'I would tell Zidane to eat sh*t!'

A former Colombia international is frustrated to see his fellow countryman struggling for regular playing time at the Santiago Bernabeu

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Benzema surpasses Puskas with latest brace

The French striker has added to his legacy at the Santiago Bernabeu by bagging a brace in the Blancos' second outing since the La Liga restart

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'Fred is already Man Utd's player of the season'

A former Old Trafford favourite has hailed the Brazilian for overcoming a difficult start to life in English football and proving his worth

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'Mourinho deserves time to make his mark at Spurs'

A former Spurs favourite thinks the Portuguese tactician should be given at least one full season to bring about significant change at the club

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'Havertz shouldn't consider any offer from Real Madrid'

A former BayArena talisman is not certain that the in-demand playmaker would walk straight into Zinedine Zidane's side at Santiago Bernabeu

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Pearson compares fake crowd noise to 'canned laughter'

The Hornets head coach is against creating a "false atmosphere" in stadiums until supporters are allowed to return

James Westwood

Klopp: Liverpool at full strength for Merseyside derby

The Reds are gearing up for their first fixture in three months against local rivals Everton this weekend

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Luiz's future at Arsenal to be 'resolved this week'

The Brazilian produced a nightmare display against Manchester City in mid-week, but could soon see his contract at Emirates Stadium extended

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Real Madrid confirm Isco out with hamstring injury

The Blancos are likely to be without the 28-year-old for their second La Liga fixture since the resumption of the 2019-20 campaign

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Arteta: Ozil omission was for tactical reasons

The Arsenal boss has offered a brief explanation as to why the German midfielder missed the Gunners' return to Premier League action

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Guardiola: I'm ashamed of what white people have done to black people

The Spanish boss explained how passionate he is about changing the way people think after watching his side resume the 2019-20 campaign

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Luiz sent off in Man City horror show

The Brazilian defender's nightmare performance against the Premier League champions was compounded as he impeded Riyad Mahrez in the box

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Garcia injury mars near-perfect day for Man City against Arsenal

The Spanish defender was stretchered off after a wince-inducing collision with Blues goalkeeper Ederson at Etihad Stadium

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Goal-line controversy takes centre-stage in Premier League restart

Sheffield United were denied a clear goal against Aston Villa in the top-flight's first fixture since March

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Eriksen can and will be decisive for Inter - De Vrij

The Nerazurri defender is confident that a January arrival will become a crucial member of Antonio Conte's squad once he settles in Italy

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Gerrard lists five players who 'deserve' PFA Player of the Year

The Liverpool legend says this year's prize could go to any one of a quintuple that have all enjoyed fine individual seasons

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'Gilmour can become a world-class player'

A man who tried to persuade the teenage midfielder to remain at Ibrox before he turned professional is excited to see him progressing with the Blues

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Williams itching to make Premier League debut for Liverpool

The teenage defender is hoping to earn his first top-flight appearance for the Reds when the season resumes

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'With Pogba playing well, Man Utd can challenge for the title'

A former Red Devil thinks the Frenchman can inspire a return to the glory days for his old club if he can rediscover his best form

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Klopp deserves a statue at Liverpool - Gerrard

A club legend wants to see the 'best manager in the world' immortalised at Anfield after leading the Reds towards a first league crown in 30 years

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Nketiah can help Arsenal move to the next level - Arteta

The Gunners boss is "convinced" that the England U21 international has a key role to play in his squad going forward

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'Liverpool & Klopp should've taken risk & signed Werner'

The former Reds defender has expressed his disappointment after seeing his old club pass up the chance to sign one of Europe's most deadly forwards

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Luiz & Sokratis have improved under Arteta - Sagna

The ex-Gunners full-back thinks the Spaniard has brought the best out of a pair who had previously been the subject of intense criticism

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I nearly wet myself when I saw Ronaldo - Cole

The Red Devils legend recalls being in awe of the Brazilian ahead of their Champions League quarter-final showdown

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Mourinho should keep faith with Ndombele - Hoddle

A Spurs legend does not believe the Portuguese tactician should give up on the mercurial French midfielder just yet

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Van Ginkel in talks with Chelsea over a new deal

The Dutch midfielder insists he still has a future at Stamford Bridge despite the fact he has only started once for the Blues in seven years

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Koulibaly and Ruiz could leave Napoli for €100m

The Italian club's president has opened the door for two of English football's biggest clubs to submit lucrative bids for a prized duo

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'Badass Mertens deserves new Napoli deal'

The Belgian looks set to remain at Stadio San Paolo beyond the expiration of his existing contract this summer

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Pogba is near impossible to replace - Bosnich

The former Red Devils goalkeeper still believes the World Cup winner has an "integral" role to play in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's squad

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'Sane has been a big miss for Man City'

The former midfielder thinks the German can make a big impact for Pep Guardiola's side heading into the business end of the campaign

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'Van Dijk was Ferdinand in the making'

The man who nurtured the Dutchman's talent at Celtic Park says he was grateful to coach the 'best centre half in the world' for two full seasons

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'Deadly' Sancho would be a good fit for Man Utd - Saha

The former Red Devil would like to see the England international complete a move to Old Trafford this summer

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'Arteta's job at Arsenal much harder than Lampard's at Chelsea'

A man who enjoyed spells at both clubs earlier in his career thinks the Gunners are a long way behind the Blues at the moment

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Sky's the limit for special Sancho - Henderson

The Reds midfielder has been impressed with what he's seen from the Borussia Dortmund winger on international duty

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I must show I deserve to play for Man Utd - Dalot

The Portuguese full back is hoping to force his way into Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's plans as the Red Devils prepare to return to Premier League action

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Vidal hints at Inter switch

The Chilean concedes he "will have to look for something else" if he continues to feel like a spare part at Camp Nou

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'Tomori told me to stay on!' - Abraham on first Chelsea hat-trick

The England international has admitted that he was going to ask to be substituted against Wolves before being convinced to hunt for a third goal

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Flick wants fans in stadium for DFB-Pokal final

The German head coach would like to see supporters granted access to Berlin's Olympic Stadium for the showpiece event next month

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Man Utd should make the top four - Ferdinand

A former Red Devil is confident that his old club will secure a return to the Champions League given the wealth of talent within the squad

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Edouard plays down Arsenal talk

The Frenchman admits that he's found it "flattering" to be linked with the Gunners, but he remains committed to his duties with the Hoops

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Spurs' top-four hopes over if they don't beat Man Utd - Sherwood

The former Spurs manager says there will be no margin for error for his old club when they play host to the Red Devils next week

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Pogba and Fernandes partnership may require sacrifices - Fletcher

The ex-Old Trafford favourite has expressed his belief that compromises will need to be made if the two midfielders are to link up effectively

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'Arteta is going to be a top manager'

A former Gunner has been impressed by the impact the Spaniard has had at Emirates Stadium since returning to the club as head coach

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'Robertson is a complete player'

A former Red has highlighted the Scottish defender's "courage" and drive to keep improving his all round game at Anfield

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'Lampard should build his side around Rudiger'

A former Stamford Bridge favourite would like to see the former Roma defender adopt a more important role for the Blues

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Jovic hasn't been committed to succeeding at Madrid - Mijatovic

The Blancos legend has criticised the Serbian striker for failing to grasp his opportunities at Santiago Bernabeu with both hands

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Muller talks up €100m-rated Havertz to Bayern

As speculation over the German's future continues to intensify, a fellow German has backed the playmaker to join him at Allianz Arena

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'James can compete with Alexander-Arnold for England'

The former Blue has been impressed by the defender's progress at Stamford Bridge under Frank Lampard this season

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Signing Havertz would be a 'statement of intent' from Chelsea

Craig Burley would like to see his old club bring in another German talent after reaching an agreement to sign the RB Leipzig forward

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'I see myself at Liverpool, I wouldn't change anything'

The Spanish goalkeeper insists that his focus is locked on helping the Reds secure a first Premier League title rather than his future

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Rested Messi 'ready to help Barca win La Liga and CL'

The French defender is confident that the six-time Ballon d'Or winner can lead the Blaugrana's charge on both domestic and European fronts

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Shaw reveals he scored twice in 4-4 Man Utd friendly

The Red Devils defender has given a summary of a thrilling intra-squad practice game at Old Trafford over the weekend

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'Fred is one of the great stories of Man Utd's season'

A former Old Trafford favourite has talked up the impact of a midfielder who has blossomed after a slow start to his career in English football

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Coman not worried if Bayern sign Sane

The French winger is confident that his position at Allianz Arena will not come under threat if the Manchester City star is brought in this summer

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Solskjaer has done a tremendous job - Schmeichel

The former goalkeeper has praised his old team-mate for stamping his own mark on the Red Devils squad during his first year in charge

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Martial & Fernandes have hit it off! - Solskjaer

The Red Devils boss is looking forward to seeing the pair combine again when the Premier League resumes later this month

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'Can it be Greenwood?' - Owen tells Man Utd to find their next Rooney

The former Red Devils striker believes Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side have been "getting by" with experienced forward players such as Odion Ighalo

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What Luiz told Schweinsteiger before Drogba's goal in 2012

The Ivorian's late header kept his side in the contest before the Blues would go on to win a dramatic game on penalties

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Bayern's Bundesliga dominance is boring & sad - Leno

The Gunners shot-stopper cannot see the reigning German champions being knocked off their perch anytime soon

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Dybala confirms Man Utd & Tottenham talks

The Argentine says he pushed to remain at the Allianz Stadium amid links to a number of top clubs despite a frustrating 2019-20 campaign

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'James hasn't capitalised on advantages at Real Madrid'

A former Liga star doesn't think the Colombian playmaker has made the most of his opportunities in the Spanish capital

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I think we'll see the old Gotze again - Klopp

A man who witnessed the best period of Gotze's career at Westfalenstadion still believes the World Cup winner can rediscover his best form

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Mkhitaryan: I want to stay at Roma for another few years

The Armenian is due to return to Emirates Stadium this summer, but he would prefer to remain in Italy

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Park Ji-sung was a nightmare! - Scholes

A Red Devils legend has praised a former colleague for the defensive "discipline" he showed on both the training pitch and the Old Trafford turf

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Herrera mystified by Sanchez's struggles at Man Utd

An ex-Red Devil cannot pinpoint why the Chilean winger was unable to live to up to expectations at Old Trafford following his move from Arsenal

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I deserved more attention from Man Utd - Herrera

The Spanish midfielder says he "waited too long" for a fresh contract offer at Old Trafford before deciding to depart for Paris Saint-Germain

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'Celtic may be able to keep Arsenal target Edouard'

The French striker has been heavily linked with a move away from Parkhead after another impressive season in front of goal

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Ex-Man Utd star Silvestre came close to Liverpool move

The former French defender says he had an offer on the table from the Reds before deciding to make his way to Old Trafford in 1999

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Liverpool kept focus on title before Project Restart - Lovren

The Croatian defender says the Reds squad has remained united in pursuit of an elusive piece of silverware amid the coronavirus crisis

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'You can't expect Kane to play three games a week'

The former Tottenham goalkeeper says that the England international should be eased back into action after an extended injury lay off

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Cavani wants to play in Spain - Herrera

The Uruguayan striker is expected to leave Parc des Princes this summer after failing to agree on a contract extension with the club

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Rakitic says he will stay at Barcelona next season

The Croatian midfielder has no plans to walk out the Camp Nou exit door before his current contract expires next year

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Bonucci on 'meticulous' Sarri and 'master' Allegri

The Italian centre-back has opened up on the differences between the current Bianconeri boss and his predecessor

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Lampard: Behind closed doors prep is 'difficult'

The Blues boss has discussed the challenges facing his squad ahead of the Premier League restart later this month

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Zaha: Fergie's Man Utd exit crushed me

The Crystal Palace winger, who was the legendary Scottish manager's final signing, has opened up on his ill-fated move to Old Trafford

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Arsenal target Edouard in contract talks with Celtic, says Lennon

The Hoops boss has confirmed that the Scottish champions are trying to tie a prized asset down to a new deal

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Ronaldo returned from lockdown 'in perfect condition' - Bonucci

The Italian defender has described the Portuguese superstar as a "champion" while talking up his professionalism on and off the pitch

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Werner not good enough for Liverpool - Fowler

The Reds legend does not believe the German striker would have fit in at Anfield given the attacking riches Jurgen Klopp already has at his disposal

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'Pogba must be more consistent to earn Real Madrid move'

A man who witnessed the Frenchman's talents up close at Old Trafford says he must prove he can deliver the goods week in, week out

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Ligue 1 could resume with play-offs - UEFA

French football's top officials decided to abandon the season in April, but have since seen the Bundesliga, Premier League and Serie A map out returns

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Scholes backs Man Utd for top-four finish

The former Old Trafford favourite thinks his old club are more than capable of booking their place in the Champions League when the season resumes

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Man City 'left behind' by Liverpool - Gundogan

The German midfielder says the reigning Premier League champions have failed to match the standards of previous years under Pep Guardiola

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Playing for Man Utd feels 'surreal' - Mata

The Spaniard says he is "so proud" to follow in the footsteps of some of the legendary Red Devils that came before him at Old Trafford

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Man Utd and Bayern target Havertz's future 'is not decided'

The German midfielder has been heavily linked with a summer transfer after a superb 2019-20 season at Bay Arena

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Italian football to return on June 12 with Coppa Italia semis

Juventus and Milan will be the first two teams back in action after the coronavirus-enforced break, before Napoli take on Inter the following day

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'De Gea was like Spider-Man in training!'

A man who worked alongside the Spaniard during the shot-stopper's first year at Old Trafford has described him as "one of the best" in the business

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I'm ready to show my quality - Lovren

The Croatian centre-back says that criticism just provides him with extra motivation to succeed, and that his main goal is to keep winning trophies

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Sancho, Hakimi, McKennie & Thuram avoid DFB punishment

German football authorities have decided against reprimanding the four players who have shown their solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement

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'Ighalo should fight for a permanent Man Utd contract'

An ex-Old Trafford favourite has urged the Nigerian frontman to make the most of his time with the Red Devils over the next seven months

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'Pogba return can inspire Man Utd to top-four finish'

A former Red Devils striker says the Frenchman's return will give the squad an extra "boost" when the Premier League resumes later this month

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Mahrez opens up on early struggles at Man City

The Algerian winger has conceded that he failed to live up to expectations during his first season with the Premier League champions

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'Havertz has the elegance of Zidane'

A man who watches the highly-rated German playmaker operate in training on a daily basis believes there are "no limits" to his talent

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'Klopp has made the big difference at Liverpool'

A man who spent three years on Merseyside at the height of his career is in awe of how much the team has improved under the German head coach

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'We all make mistakes' - Grealish's regret at breaking lockdown

The playmaker has expressed remorse over his actions while in quarantine, insisting he instantly knew that he had "done wrong"

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Kane is already a Premier League legend - Moura

The Brazilian winger has heaped praise upon the England international, while offering an insight into his competitive streak on the training ground

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Fernandes: Man Utd are the best club in England

The Portuguese playmaker has had a huge impact at Old Trafford since joining in January, but he is not content to rest on his laurels

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Chelsea follow Liverpool's lead in taking a knee

Spanish goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga shared an image of the Blues squad during a session on Tuesday

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Ceballos: My goal is to succeed at Real Madrid

The Spanish midfielder says he hasn't given up on his career with the Blancos, but remains focused on his duties at Emirates Stadium for now

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Giroud explains decision to extend Chelsea stay

The Frenchman says he grasped the opportunity to sign a new deal at Stamford Bridge with both hands after months of speculation over his future

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'Luiz is preparing to renew his Arsenal contract'

The defender has been heavily linked with a return to the Portuguese club as his current contract at Emirates Stadium nears its expiry date

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'Sancho is like Ronaldo & would be brilliant for Man Utd'

A former Old Trafford favourite would like to see the England international make his way back to Manchester in the summer transfer window

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'King can fit into one of the top four squads'

A former Tottenham favourite has tipped the Norwegian to join one of the Premier League's heavyweight clubs when the transfer market reopens

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Robertson: Premier League return will give country a big lift

The Scotland defender has insisted the Reds squad is no longer "nervous" about the season restarting despite the continued threat of coronavirus

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Richarlison: It is an honour to be trained by Ancelotti

The Brazilian has credited the Italian head coach for transforming the Toffees into a more consistent outfit after a slow start to the season

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Gotze would 'definitely fit' in La Liga - Ter Stegen

The Barcelona goalkeeper has expressed his belief that a move to Spain could suit the German playmaker when he leaves Westfalenstadion

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Almost all Chelsea players got blisters on training return - Giroud

The French striker says that the entire Blues squad are suffering for their craft as preparations for the resumption of the season continue

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Kahn 'sceptical' on Havertz and Sane to Bayern talk

The Allianz Arena chief thinks the coronavirus crisis is likely to have an adverse effect on the transfer market this summer for European clubs

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