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Jamie Spencer
Joined: Nov 1, 2013
Regular writer with 90min since late 2013 and published by a number of websites worldwide. Fell in love with football in the mid-90s and specialise in the Premier League, Manchester United, women’s football and any football nostalgia. Shirt collector and WSL matchgoer.
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Real Madrid hit obstacle in pursuit of ex-Man City defender - report
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Real Madrid agree contract extension with Carlo Ancelotti favourite
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Liverpool handed Andrew Robertson fitness blow on pre-season tour
Man Utd handed boost in Jarrad Branthwaite transfer saga twist - report
Manchester United target Jarrad Branthwaite is reported to have no intention of signing a new contract at Everton, except on one condition.
Mikel Arteta hints Arsenal player is set to leave club
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has hinted that Emile Smith Rowe could soon leave the club amid recent transfer links with fellow Premier League side Fulham.
Benjamin Sesko reveals why he turned down Man Utd, Arsenal & Chelsea
Benjamin Sesko has spoken about his decision to renew his RB Leipzig contract before playing at Euro 2024 this summer, turning down a potential Premier League transfer in the process.
Joshua Zirkzee shirt number: A history of Man Utd's No.11
The history of Man Utd's number 11 shirt now expected to be worn by new signing Joshua Zirkzee.
David de Gea weighing up 'three offers' ahead of return to football
David de Gea is at last nearing a return to football more than a year after his contract at Manchester United expired and he left the club as a free agent.
Real Madrid legend breaks down in tears as he says goodbye to club
Nacho Fernandez couldn't hold back the tears as he was honoured at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday for his decades of service to the club.
Real Sociedad react to claims Takefusa Kubo is close to joining Liverpool
Real Sociedad president Jokin Aperribay has denied there are any talks ongoing with Liverpool over a potential deal for winger Takefusa Kubo.
Erik ten Hag names 29-player Man Utd squad for USA pre-season tour
Man Utd have announced the 29-player squad for their pre-season tour of the United States.