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| 3 | Villarreal | 17 | 18 | 38 |
| 4 | Atletico Madrid | 18 | 17 | 37 |
| 5 | Espanyol | 20 | 1 | 34 |
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Wolverhampton Wanderers reportedly braced for a bid from a European heavyweight for their star midfielder.Jan 14, 21:21
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Atletico Madrid star's 'market value drop' puts several clubs on alert
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Barcelona transfer news: Atletico Madrid 'identify' Blaugrana midfielder as Conor Gallagher replacement
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Tottenham told 'terms' on signing Conor Gallagher amid Aston Villa interest
Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly been told terms on how they can sign Atletico Madrid midfielder Conor Gallagher, who is also wanted by Aston Villa.Jan 12, 18:55
Tottenham to battle Aston Villa in Conor Gallagher race amid 'concern' over midfield options
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly rivalling Aston Villa in the race to sign Conor Gallagher amid concerns over their midfield options.Jan 12, 15:27
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