Aston Villa are working on a deal for Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi, as they attempt to hijack a move to Newcastle United. Newcastle had appeared to be in pole position to sign Manzambi in a deal worth in the region of £50m, but BBC Sport previously reported the club had been a little cautious given the interest from elsewhere. It was just a few weeks ago that Newcastle lost out on another top target, Victor Munoz, who opted to join Liverpool.
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Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford says England have "mentality in abundance" and are "ready for the challenge" of playing reigning world champions Argentina for a place in Sunday's World Cup final. "We have the togetherness and mentality to play against a top nation," said Pickford.
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