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Nicolas Otamendi also limps off ahead of the weekend visit of Manchester United

German international is under contract at Barcelona until 2019.

Arsenal and Manchester City are behind league leaders Leicester City by 11 and 12 points respectively.

Brazilian international was heavily linked with a move to Manchester United last summer.

Samir Nasri, Fabian Delph and Kevin de Bruyne are expected play in a friendly during the international break.

Dembele has recently emerged as Barcelona's main target for the summer window.

Manuel Pellegrini's side are now seven points behind Leicester City in the Premier League table.

Exclusive: Irwin says Manchester United should not focus on Pep Guardiola joining Manchester City next season.

The 27-year-old Argentine has revealed he hopes to return to his homeland after the next World Cup.

Chelsea, Manchester United and Manchester City are also monitoring the situation.

18-year-old Ejike will join the Merseyside club in April for trials.

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain will enter the final two-years of his contract at the end of the current campaign.

German newspaper Express claims €100m move to Real is already agreed.

The 17-year-old midfielder has revealed the move is the fulfilment of a long-term ambition.

The 18 year-old winger is proving to be a sensation in Ligue 1.

Jon Flanagan wants to follow Steven Gerrard and Jamie Carragher's footsteps at Liverpool.

The German manager said the last 10 games are the most important part of the season.

Manchester City host Aston Villa in a must-win game at the Etihad Stadium.

The 23-year-old defender got the Anfield crowd on its feet when he tackled their former star player.

City's title chances appear greatly diminished after a poor run of three consecutive Premier League losses.

Adam Lallana, James Milner and Roberto Firmino on target as hosts bounce back from Capital One Cup final loss.