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Published 13:08 8 Feb 2018 GMT
Updated 13:09 8 Feb 2018 GMT
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As ever though, getting their man isn't expected to be too straightforward. Paris Saint-Germain, who came very close to signing Fabinho last summer, are also believed to be sniffing around again and could prove to be rivals for his signature.
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