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Kylian Mbappe to Real Madrid 'was almost done' before coronavirus crisis, says former PSG star Jerome Rothen

And the France World Cup winner 'won't sign a new contract' with the Ligue1 giants




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Odion Ighalo talks up Victor Osimhen's Manchester United trip and raves about 'future of Nigerian football'

Odion Ighalo believes Victor Osimhen has huge potential, with the Manchester United striker praising his compatriot as the "future of Nigerian football."




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Chelsea 'dropped one' over Willian contract talks... but he's been lucky to avoid criticism, says Paul Merson

Chelsea have "dropped one" regarding Willian's contract, according to Paul Merson - but the former Arsenal forward also believes the Brazilian winger has been fortunate to avoid criticism for letting his deal run down.




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What Liverpool will miss out on if Kylian Mbappe joins Real Madrid... predicted by Football Manager

Real Madrid may have missed out on signing Kylian Mbappe this summer due to the coronavirus.




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Erling Haaland to Real Madrid? Borussia Dortmund striker is attractive for any club in Europe, says Aitor Karanka

Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland is an attractive option for any club in Europe, believes former Real Madrid defender and assistant coach Aitor Karanka.




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Former Chelsea star Gianluca Vialli given all-clear following cancer battle

Former Chelsea player-manager Gianluca Vialli says he feels "very fortunate" after being given the all-clear from pancreatic cancer.




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Barcelona face 'economic bankruptcy and moral decay' amid board chaos, says presidential candidate Victor Font

Barcelona presidential candidate Victor Font believes the Catalan club could face "economic bankruptcy and moral decay" under the current board.




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Sebastiano Esposito and Fifa 20's best young strikers with potential

You have loaded up a new Fifa 20 career and are ready to delve into the transfer market... but now what?




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Jurgen Klopp reveals Liverpool squad shock at Kenny Dalglish coronavirus diagnosis – 'One of us has it'

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has revealed the impact that club legend Sir Kenny Dalglish being diagnosed with coronavirus had on him and his players.




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Luka Jovic is in a 'sort of crisis' at Real Madrid, says Serbia team-mate Aleksandar Mitrovic

Fulham forward Aleksandar Mitrovic says Serbia team-mate Luka Jovic is in crisis at Real Madrid.




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Barcelona in chaos as six directors tell president Josep Maria Bartomeu they are resigning

"We hereby want to communicate that the directors below signatories have transferred to President Bartomeu our decision to irrevocably resign from our status as FC Barcelona executives," the letter said.




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Phil Collins helps Jimmy Greaves with 'substantial donation', reveals agent

Phil Collins has made a 'substantial donation' to help Jimmy Greaves, according to the Tottenham legend's agent.




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FIFA 20 wonderkids: Top 100 young players with biggest potential you must buy in career mode

So you're cooped up indoors and much of the professional football across the globe has been suspended for the foreseeable future.




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Barcelona signing Francisco Trincao: Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are my idols

Barcelona's January signing Francisco Trincao says Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are his idols – and revealed his excitement about linking up with the Argentine at Camp Nou.




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Final Hillsborough memorial service postponed due to coronavirus pandemic

The final memorial service to honour those who died in the Hillsborough tragedy has been postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic.




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Bruno Fernandes compares Manchester United teammate Paul Pogba to Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi

Bruno Fernandes insists critics are guilty of forgetting just how good Manchester United teammate Paul Pogba is - insisting he deals with the same level of expectation as Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.




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Victor Osimhen reveals why he rejected Arsenal... and warns transfer giants he wants game time over a big club

Victor Osimhen has opened up about why he rejected Arsenal as a teenager... and why he will use the same reasoning when it comes to his next move.




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Christian Pulisic ready and waiting for Chelsea return after 'freak' injury

Christian Pulisic is missing football as much as anyone else, but the lockdown has at least allowed him the time to return to fitness.




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Norman Hunter: Leeds legend remains 'severely unwell' in hospital after Covid-19 diagnosis

Leeds United great Norman Hunter remains "severely unwell" in hospital almost a week after being admitted with coronavirus.




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Coronavirus sport news LIVE: Brian Allen first NFL player to test positive, UFC 'to return in May'

Welcome to the Evening Standard's LIVE coverage as the coronavirus crisis continues to heavily impact sport across the globe.




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Newcastle takeover by Saudi Arabian-backed consortium is 'sportswashing', says Amnesty International

Newcastle United are in danger of being used as a "PR tool" by Saudi Arabia if the club's proposed takeover goes through, according to Amnesty International UK.




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'RIP Norman Hunter, a giant of a man': Tributes pour in for Leeds United legend

Former Leeds United manager Peter Reid led the tributes as club legend Norman Hunter passed away on Friday, aged 76, after contracting coronavirus.




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Willian commits to Chelsea until the end of the season despite contract uncertainty

Willian has confirmed he is committed to seeing out the season at Chelsea.




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Chelsea star Willian urges caution over Premier League return

Chelsea forward Willian has urged caution when it comes to the resumption of the Premier League season.




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Real Madrid should have signed Erling Haaland before he joined Borussia Dortmund, says Luis Figo

Real Madrid should have signed young striker Erling Haaland before he moved to Borussia Dortmund, their former winger Luis Figo believes.




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FIFA 20 wonderkids: Top 100 young players with biggest potential you must buy in career mode

So you're cooped up indoors and much of the professional football across the globe has been suspended for the time being.




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FIFA 20 wonderkids: Top 100 young players with biggest potential you must buy in career mode

So you're cooped up indoors and much of the professional football across the globe has been suspended for the time being.




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FIFA 20 wonderkids: Top 100 young players with biggest potential you must buy in career mode

So you're cooped up indoors and much of the professional football across the glob has been suspended for the foreseeable future.




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FIFA 20 wonderkids: Top 100 young players with biggest potential you must sign on career mode

So you're cooped up indoors and professional football has been suspended for the foreseeable future.




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Joe Cole urges Chelsea to hold onto Olivier Giroud, Pedro and Willian this summer

Joe Cole believes Chelsea should hold onto Olivier Giroud, Pedro and Willian, stating the experienced trio would be difficult to replace.




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Ian Wright says football being used as a punching bag in row over Premier League restart talks

Former Arsenal and England striker Ian Wright has hit back at criticism of the Premier League over discussions about how to finish the current campaign, claiming football is being used as a 'punch-bag'.




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Kylian Mbappe for just €40m? PSG star's value could plummet due to the coronavirus, says French MEP

PSG and France star Kylian Mbappe's valuation could drop to as little as €40million because of the coronavirus pandemic, according to French MEP Daniel Cohn-Bendit.




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Mikel Arteta can make Arsenal compete with the best again, says Manuel Almunia

Former Arsenal goalkeeper Manuel Almunia believes that Mikel Arteta can help re-establish the Gunners as one of the best teams in the Premier League.




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Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo? Wayne Rooney only has one answer in 'GOAT' debate

In the eternal debate over whether Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo is the greatest footballer of all time, Wayne Rooney is not letting friendship get in the way.




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Cesc Fabregas says PSG star Kylian Mbappe is the one player he would sign as a manager

Former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas says PSG star Kylian Mbappe is the one player he would sign if he was a manager and money was no object.




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Premier League Players Together initiative 'makes first NHS contribution worth £4m'

Premier League footballers' Players Together initiative has made it's first contribution to the NHS as they battle against the coronavirus pandemic, according to reports.




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Growing number of League One and League Two clubs want to end 2019-20 season with immediate effect

Crunch talks between league two chairmen may have knock-on effect up to Premier League




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Uefa willing to void domestic seasons 'in special cases' due to coronavirus

Uefa have opened the door to domestic league seasons being cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.




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Newcastle takeover: Amnesty International warns Premier League over Saudi Arabia-backed bid

Amnesty International has written to the Premier League saying it "risks becoming a patsy" unless it takes a serious look at Saudi Arabia's human rights record with regard to the takeover of Newcastle United.




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Barcelona's Camp Nou naming rights gesture echoes Unicef shirt sponsorship with potential for future deal

"An important moment is upon the world," Barcelona said at the beginning of the news article on their website.




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West Ham and Crystal Palace pre-season tournament in Australia cancelled due to coronavirus

West Ham and Crystal Palace's pre-season tournament in Australia has been cancelled.




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Newcastle takeover: beIN Sports urge Premier League to block Saudi Arabia-backed bid over piracy

The Premier League has been asked to consider blocking a Saudi-backed consortium's attempt to purchase Newcastle United by one of the league's major broadcast partners.




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Mikel Arteta coronavirus diagnosis may have saved lives, says epidemiologist

Suspending professional football in England ahead of the government's decision to formally ban mass gatherings due to the coronavirus pandemic may have saved a number of lives, according to experts.




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Martin Odegaard looks ready for Real Madrid but Los Blancos may have to wait another year for the Norwegian

It is a little over five years since a teenage Martin Odegaard signed for Real Madrid and after three loan moves, the Norwegian finally looks ready for Los Blancos.




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Who is Gabriel Veron? The Brazilian teenager linked with a move to Arsenal

Gabriel Veron is a player in demand with Everton and Arsenal in pursuit, according to recent reports.




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Newcastle takeover: Government unlikely to intervene in Saudi Arabia-led deal

The Government is not likely to intervene in the proposed Saudi Arabia-led takeover of Newcastle United, according to Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden​.




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Liverpool send NHS special message on Anfield pitch

Liverpool have turned their Anfield pitch into a tribute to NHS workers battling the coronavirus pandemic.




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Former Liverpool youth coach Iain Brunskill on his Chinese adventure being halted after 10 days by Covid-19

Iain Brunskill should currently be getting his teeth into an exciting new role with the Chinese FA.




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James Rodriguez to Inter Miami? Colombian star linked with switch to David Beckham's MLS franchise

James Rodriguez has been linked with a sensational switch to David Beckham's MLS franchise, Inter Miami.




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Hibernian to display 'Thank you NHS' message on front of 2020-21 home shirt

Scottish Premiership club Hibernian will don the message "Thank you NHS" on their home kit next season.