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Barcelona legend makes huge claim about Tottenham ace Dele Alli
MANCHESTER CITY could make a world-record bid for Tottenham ace Dele Alli.
Dele Alli - 5 things you need to know
Those are the thoughts of Barcelona legend Xavi.
Alli, who was crowned the PFA's Young Player of the Year last night, has been in terrific form for Tottenham this term.
Recent reports have suggested Real Madrid are weighing up a move, and Gareth Bale is thought to have urged Bernabeu chiefs to clinch a deal.
Dele Alli is reportedly wanted by Real Madrid
Xavi still talks to Pep Guardiola on a regular basis
“At the moment the best English player there is and also one of the best in Europe is Dele Alli.
“We are looking at a very special player.
“Technically he is the sort of player that Pep likes, the sort of player that suits the style of game that Pep likes his teams to play.
“I am sure it is not going to be a player that Tottenham will want to let go, but we know Manchester City have big resources.”
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