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The state of Barcelona's finances: How bad are they? Can they be fixed?

Despite asset sales, Barcelona's finances remain a major problem. After their Champions League exit and El Clasico defeat, how bad is the situation?

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EVALUATING MAN UNITED'S MOVES

When big spending falls flat: Ranking all 16 Man United player moves under Erik ten Hag

Man United spent more on players than all but two clubs in the world under Ten Hag, but the team still isn't good. Let's go through all 16 signings to figure out why.

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ARSENAL ROUT CHELSEA

Arsenal highlight everything that is wrong with Pochettino's Chelsea

Arsenal's 5-0 win over Chelsea not only demonstrated how serious the Gunners are on their quest to win the Premier League, but also how different they are compared to their London rivals.

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Burley: Arsenal absolutely wiped the floor with Chelsea

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SOCCER TRANSFERS

LIVE Transfer Talk: Arsenal, Man City to battle for Bruno Guimarães

Man City and Arsenal are interested in signing Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimarães, according to reports. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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WEDNESDAY'S GAMES

WILL HE STAY OR WILL HE GO?

Is there a chance Xavi stays at Barcelona? Don't count it out

Barcelona have had an impressive run of form since Xavi announced he would be leaving, but is there a chance that the club and manager find a way to continue together?

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Should Xavi Hernandez stay at Barcelona?

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FROM YOUTH CAMP TO THE NATIONAL TEAM

Pulisic & McKennie reminisce about childhood memories together

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MAKING WAVES IN EUROPE

European Team of the Week: Goretzka, Gakpo, Olise impress

ESPN and WhoScored bring you the best players from Europe's top five leagues from the latest round of action.

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MARCOTTI'S MUSINGS

Madrid's depth (again) too much for Barca, Man United's nervy win, more

Real Madrid's athleticism and depth again made the difference against Barcelona. Plus: Why Man United's win over Coventry feels like a defeat, as Gab Marcotti recaps the weekend.

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