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James Garner keen to live up to ‘mini-Valverde’ tag after late England call

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First Reported· David Hytner (The Guardian)
39d ago (24 Sept)

"Everton midfielder’s spirit and intelligence earned him another chance and he is eager to test himself against Spain in the Nations League on Saturday “It’s a very good comparison,” James Garner says, and he is not kidding."

State: Developing
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Official Resolution
39d ago (24 Sept)

"Everton midfielder’s spirit and intelligence earned him another chance and he is eager to test himself against Spain in the Nations League on Saturday “It’s a very good comparison,” James Garner says, and he is not kidding. It came from Thomas Tuchel in March after the England ma..."

State: Rumour Outcome Verified