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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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Brighton consider playing fake crowd noise through stadium speakers at behind-closed-doors matches

Brighton and Hove Albion are looking into playing crowd noises through speakers at their Amex Stadium home should football return behind closed doors.




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Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta enlists psychologist to help players adjust in coronavirus lockdown

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says the club's psychologist is in "constant communication" with the players to help them work through the coronavirus pandemic.




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Liverpool warned by Sadio Mane team-mate 'he won't stay forever' as Real Madrid consider transfer

Liverpool have been warned Sadio Mane will not stay at the club "forever" by his Senegal team-mate Keita Balde.




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Manchester United told Jadon Sancho won't come at knock-down transfer fee after coronavirus shutdown

Manchester United have been warned Borussia Dortmund remain in a "strong financial position" despite the economic uncertainty brought about by the coronavirus pandemic.




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James Maddison hints he is happy to stay at Leicester despite Manchester United interest

James Maddison has offered no indication he is looking to leave Leicester despite interest from Manchester United.




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Premier League games 'behind closed doors' could still need 500 people in attendance, warns Karen Brady

West Ham chief executive Karen Brady has cast doubt over the Premier League being able to resume its season behind closed doors, warning that up to 500 people will need to be in attendance on matchdays even if fans are banned.




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Tottenham backed to land Jack Grealish deal if Manchester United prioritise Harry Kane and Jadon Sancho

Former Tottenham striker Darren Bent believes his old side may be able to profit from Manchester United's big transfer plans this summer – by signing Jack Grealish.




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Thomas Partey to Arsenal, Lacazette to Atletico Madrid... who gets the better deal?

Our Football Manager 2020 simulation suggests a good deal for both sides




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Brighton's Amex Stadium converted into coronavirus testing centre

Brighton's Amex Stadium has been converted into a drive-in coronavirus testing centre for key workers during the pandemic.




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Ex-Bradford man to raffle Cesc Fabregas shirt from iconic FA Cup win over Chelsea

Former Bradford City striker Billy Clarke is raffling off a shirt worn by Cesc Fabregas during the Bantams' famous 2015 FA Cup win over Chelsea to raise money for the NHS.




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New Manchester United kit: 'Leaked' Adidas shirt for 2020/21 called 'horrendous' and likened to train seat

Manchester United fans seem far from pleased with what, according to a 'leaked' picture on social media, will be their new home strip for next season.




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Real Madrid star Eden Hazard set to resume running after ankle surgery, says Roberto Martinez

Real Madrid attacker Eden Hazard will be running again in the next few days, Belgium coach Roberto Martinez has revealed.




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Lautaro Martinez to Barcelona: Head coach Quique Setien lifts lid on chances of signing the Inter Milan star

Barcelona head coach Quique Setien has lifted the lid on his side's pursuit of Inter Milan star Lautaro Martinez.




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Man Utd need Jadon Sancho, Harry Kane and Jack Grealish to 'compete at the top', says Alan Shearer

Manchester United must target signing all three of Harry Kane, Jadon Sancho and Jack Grealish in order to compete for silverware, says Alan Shearer.




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Theory Liverpool vs Atletico helped spread coronavirus an 'interesting hypothesis' says government advisor

Suggestions that the staging of Liverpool's Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid may have led to a spike in coronavirus cases in the city have today been described as 'an interesting hypothesis' by a scientific advisor to the government.




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Manchester United star Marcus Rashford says 'tough period' under Jose Mourinho made him 'better player'

Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford has credited a "tough period" under former manager Jose Mourinho for making him the player he is today.




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Real Madrid could leave Bernabeu to finish season at 6,000-seater Alfredo Di Stefano Stadium to step up rebuild

Real Madrid could be set to finish the season at the Alfredo Di Stefano Stadium at their training ground in Valdebebas as works continue to renovate their Santiago Bernabeu home.




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Manchester United favourites to sign Harry Kane AND Jadon Sancho ahead of rivals this summer

Bookmakers have axed prices on Tottenham striker Harry Kane joining Manchester United, while Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side remain favourites in the race to sign Jadon Sancho.




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Jadon Sancho to Man United compared to Neymar transfer as 'superstar' is tipped to light up Old Trafford

Jamie Redknapp is relishing the prospect of Jadon Sancho "lighting up" the Premier League next season.




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Thomas Partey to Arsenal: Why Atletico Madrid star may favour Gunners in transfer battle

Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey has been linked with a move to Arsenal and the Gunners may have the edge in a transfer battle for his signature.




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Leyton Orient chief urges patience over League Two season ahead of EFL call

Leyton Orient chief executive Danny Macklin says it is too early to decide the outcome of the League Two season.




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Tony Bellew trolls Liverpool for 'holding parade in December' before missing out on title

Tony Bellew has brutally trolled Jamie Carragher over Liverpool's failure to win last season's Premier League despite "having [a] parade in December".




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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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Chelsea's Ethan Ampadu has 'no regrets' over RB Leipzig loan spell

"If I'm honest, it's not been as good as I hoped, not all that I wanted it to be."




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Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp admits he feared sack during early Anfield years

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admits he feared being sacked if he was not given the time to rebuild his squad.




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Real Madrid's Gareth Bale donates almost £1m to hospitals to fight coronavirus




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Thomas Partey to Arsenal: Transfer talks confirmed by Atletico Madrid midfielder's father

The father of Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey has confirmed that his son is in talks with Arsenal over a summer transfer.




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Phil Neville had ambitions of succeeding Gareth Southgate before England Women's slump

Phil Neville harboured genuine ambitions of succeeding Gareth Southgate before his reign as England Women's manager began to unravel.




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Leeds rename Elland Road stand after club legend Norman Hunter who died from coronavirus

Leeds United have renamed the South Stand at Elland Road after club legend Norman Hunter,




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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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West Ham boss David Moyes turns delivery boy for his village: 'One lady gave me £20 and said: Keep the change, son!'

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Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid: Mayor calls for inquiry into Champions League fixture amid coronavirus concerns

The government have been urged to conduct an investigation into links between Liverpool hosting a Champions League meeting with Atletico Madrid and a spike in cases of coronavirus in the city.




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Eric Dier charged by FA after clash with fan in Tottenham stadium stands

Eric Dier has been charged by the Football Association after his confrontation with a fan in the stands of the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and could face a lengthy ban if found guilty.




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Uefa Champions League decision good for Chelsea and Manchester United... but bad for Arsenal and Tottenham

Arsenal and Tottenham have been dealt a blow to their hopes of Champions League qualification after Uefa confirmed their guidelines for awarding places next season.




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Real Madrid urged to sign 'ideal' Paul Pogba from Manchester United: 'There is no reason to wait'

Former France forward Christophe Dugarry believes Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba would be an "ideal" signing for Real Madrid.




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Why Uefa's Champions League decision is bad news for Tottenham

Tottenham's Champions League hopes received a blow on Thursday as Uefa confirmed their guidelines for awarding places next season.




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Transfer news LIVE: Werner 'ready' for Liverpool, Aubameyang to Chelsea; Willian talks; Sancho to Man Utd

Welcome to the Evening Standard's live blog covering the latest transfer news and rumours from the Premier League and beyond.




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Jadon Sancho to Chelsea? Callum Hudson-Odoi says he would 'love' Blues to sign Borussia Dortmund star

Chelsea star Callum Hudson-Odoi says he would love his club to sign Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund.




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Tottenham man Jan Vertonghen given transfer boost by coronavirus lockdown: 'I've had several approaches'

Tottenham defender Jan Vertonghen says he has received several "serious proposals" since the Premier League was brought to a halt by the coronavirus pandemic.




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Jadon Sancho to Manchester United transfer latest: Everything we know so far

Speculation over the future of Jadon Sancho already looks set to fuel the biggest transfer saga of the summer.




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Eredivisie cancelled: Why this is bad news for Liverpool ahead of Premier League decision

The Eredivisie season has been cancelled, with the title, relegation out of and promotion into the league scrapped.




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Philippe Coutinho or Jadon Sancho? Chelsea face transfer decision as Manchester United battle heats up

While the Premier League was still up and running, Chelsea and Manchester United were locked in a fierce battle for a Champions League spot. But with football suspended indefinitely, a new fight has emerged: the race for Jadon Sancho's signature.




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Dani Ceballos indicates his future lies at Real Madrid, not Arsenal

Arsenal midfielder Dani Ceballos, who is on loan from Real Madrid, says he has been assured his future is at the Santiago Bernabeu.




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Manchester United redraw transfer plans after Ed Woodward's admission on £100m+ spending

Ed Woodward says talk of nine-figure deals 'ignores the reality' of financial impact of coronavirus




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Hakim Ziyech: 'On July 1 I will be a Chelsea player... I haven't had any doubt for a single second'

Hakim Ziyech insists his Chelsea future was never in doubt and claims he was always intent on joining the club in July.




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Arsenal receive Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang boost as his dad sends message over contract talks

Arsenal appear to have a key member of the Aubameyang camp batting for them after the striker's father sent a clear message to his son on Instagram.




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Ray Parlour accuses Arsenal of lacking leadership and leaving Mesut Ozil exposed over pay cut talks

Ray Parlour has blasted former club Arsenal's lack of leadership, defending Mesut Ozil as he stalls on taking a pay cut.




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Manchester United dealt James Maddison blow as transfer target suggests he is staying at Leicester City

Manchester United's hopes of signing James Maddison during the next transfer window have been dealt a sizable blow after the player stated his intention to remain at Leicester City.




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Transfer news LIVE: Mertens to Chelsea talks, Man Utd get Maddison update, Partey to Arsenal 'confirmed'

Welcome to the Evening Standard's live blog covering the latest transfer news and rumours from the Premier League and beyond.