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Replacing De Bruyne: How Man City could rebuild their midfield

Manchester City have to rebuild their midfield in the summer and replace one of their best-ever players in Kevin De Bruyne. How can they do it?

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Even if it has not been Manchester City's best season, their last-minute win against Aston Villa can provide an extra boost to qualify for the Champions League.

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Pep: City's season 'bad' even if we qualify for UCL

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola scoffed at suggestions that his team could look back on this season as a special one if they clinch a Champions League berth.

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    Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid set sights on Zubimendi and Huijsen

    Real Madrid have set their sights on Spain internationals Martín Zubimendi and Dean Huijsen. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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    Find the full schedule of the soccer simulation's highly anticipated Ultimate Team event.

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    The Champions League race so intense it's sure to last to the Premier League's final day

    Five Premier League teams are fighting for three undecided Champions League spots, and it promises fireworks the rest of the way from here.

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    How Premier League teams can qualify for Champions League, Europe this season

    The Premier League season is edging toward its climax, but how can clubs qualify for the Champions League, Europa League and Conference League?

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    EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

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    Europe's tightest title races: Serie A playoff? 6 potential champions?

    Liverpool have ensured there has been no Premier League title race to speak of, but there are leagues across Europe heading for white-knuckle finales.

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    Thanks to Flick and young stars, Barcelona are fun again as they eye trophy treble

    The financial issues still remain for Barcelona, but they're back to their brilliant best on the pitch as LaLiga, Copa del Rey and Champions League are all still within reach.

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    TRENT'S FUTURE AT LIVERPOOL

    Should Trent Alexander-Arnold think twice about leaving Liverpool for Real Madrid?

    Trent Alexander-Arnold has a big decision to make: sign a new deal at Liverpool this summer or leave for (we think) Real Madrid. Considering recent trends at both teams, he should reconsider joining Los Blancos.

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    Would Alexander-Arnold be making a mistake leaving Liverpool?

    Mark Ogden, James Olley and Rob Dawson discuss Trent Alexander-Arnold's future on The Football Reporters podcast.

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