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The Basque neighbourhood club that shaped Arteta, Alonso and Iraola into Premier League managers

Three of Europe's leading football managers—Mikel Arteta, Xabi Alonso and Andoni Iraola—all learned their craft at Antiguoko, a grassroots club in San Sebastian's Basque Country. Their shared origins reveal how discipline, competitiveness and human values shaped their rise.

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Carrick backs Manchester United's summer rebuild despite defensive concerns

Michael Carrick expresses confidence in Manchester United's summer signings after bringing in Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans and Carlos Baleba, though defensive concerns remain. Bruno Fernandes' hat-trick against Ipswich impressed the manager.

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Carrick confident Manchester United have strengthened despite defensive concerns

Michael Carrick says Manchester United have strengthened their squad through summer signings of Santos, Tielemans, Baleba and Darlow, though he hints more business may follow before the deadline.

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Everton consider Jamie Vardy move after Balogun deal collapses at medical stage

Everton are considering a move for free agent Jamie Vardy after Folarin Balogun's transfer collapsed at the medical stage, leaving them with just one recognised striker.

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Liverpool's summer spending masks structural imbalance that could derail Iraola's reign

Liverpool's £200m summer investment masks deeper problems: an unbalanced attack, exposed full-back areas and a midfield struggling to cover Iraola's aggressive system.

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Fernandez-Pardo's explosive pace and Doku-like profile convinced Newcastle to pursue £51m winger

Newcastle's £51m signing Matias Fernandez-Pardo possesses the explosive pace and close-control ability of Jeremy Doku, according to his former coach. The 21-year-old winger will need a season to adapt to the Premier League's intensity.

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Newcastle's £51m winger Fernandez-Pardo possesses the explosive power to thrill like Doku

Newcastle's £51m signing Matias Fernandez-Pardo possesses the explosive pace and power to thrill like Jeremy Doku, according to his former coach. The Belgian winger must adapt to the Premier League's intensity.

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Newcastle's £51m winger Fernandez-Pardo can thrill like Doku, says former coach

Newcastle's £51m signing Matias Fernandez-Pardo possesses the explosive speed and power to thrill like Jeremy Doku, according to his former Gent coach Arnar Vidarsson. The Belgian winger will need a season to adapt to the Premier League's intensity.

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Manchester City push forward with Ndiaye pursuit as Tottenham shift focus to Mudryk

Manchester City advance in talks with Everton for Iliman Ndiaye as an alternative to Cody Gakpo, while Tottenham turn attention to Chelsea's Mykhailo Mudryk on loan as the transfer window enters its final days.

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Liverpool seal Barcola deal from PSG after weeks of negotiations

Liverpool complete the signing of Bradley Barcola from PSG on a five-year contract. The guaranteed fee is £106m with add-ons potentially reaching £123m, making him the club's second-most expensive signing ever.

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Liverpool seal Barcola deal from PSG after weeks of negotiations

Liverpool have completed the signing of Bradley Barcola from PSG on a five-year deal. The guaranteed fee is £106m, with add-ons potentially reaching £128m, making him the club's second most expensive signing ever.

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Liverpool seal Barcola deal from PSG after weeks of negotiations

Liverpool complete the signing of Bradley Barcola from PSG on a five-year deal worth £106m guaranteed, with add-ons potentially reaching £123m, after weeks of negotiations.

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