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Players who made high-profile returns to former clubs

Romelu Lukaku has become the latest player to make a high-profile return to his former club after going back to Chelsea. You may also like

Barcelona star Pique believes 12 June is too soon for LaLiga return

Barcelona defender Gerard Pique has said he would like to see LaLiga’s return pushed further back than 12 June, the date suggested by the league’s president, Javier Tebas, on Sunday. You may also like

The 20 highest-paid footballers have been revealed

The latest list from France Football reveals the ongoing Messi vs Ronaldo rivalry, the sustained rise of China, and the demise of Bayern Munich. You may also like

Messi shines as Barca move into UCL quarters

Barcelona booked a Champions League quarter-final place with a 5-1 home win against Lyon, secured thanks to Lionel Messi’s inspirational performance, triumphing on aggregate by the same scoreline. You may also like

Messi: I didn’t mean Pique assist

A delighted Lionel Messi admitted his free kick to set up Gerard Pique during Barcelona’s win over PSV was an accident. You may also like

Messi’s genius wraps up top spot in Group B

Lionel Messi’s twin moments of inspiration helped Barcelona overcome a shaky hour to win 2-1 at PSV and sew up top spot in Group B. You may also like

Pique: Barca would be happy to have Pogba

Gerard Pique says Barcelona would be happy to have Paul Pogba as speculation over the Manchester United midfielder’s future continues. You may also like

Pique announces end of Spain career

After a disappointing World Cup in Russia, Gerard Pique has confirmed his international retirement after winning 102 caps for Spain. You may also like

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World Cup most disappointing XI

From a decorated Spanish defender to a Polish playmaker, via several Germans, these players arrived at the World Cup with high expectations – and failed to deliver. You may also like