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Premier League power brokers: The men and women whose money makes the English football

It's a hobby that only a select few can afford to try. For most of us, owning a Premier League football club is a forlorn dream. Not this lot. This eclectic bunch come in all shapes and sizes: An heiress, an oil baron, a printing mogul, a one-time blue movie producer, an Egyptian runaway,an online gambling pioneer and many, many more. They hail from the USA, Russia, China, Switzerland, Wales, Iran, Thailand and the Potteries and boast frankly incomprehensible wealth. Sportsmail examines the Premier League power brokers. The men and women whose money makes our football world go round.

Tottenham Hotspur's endless running, peppering shots at goal and strengthening up the

Among their tactics, Tottenham are brilliant at knackering out their opponents and reading individual games. They have outrun the opposition in 71 of the Spurs manager's 83 league games in charge. They know when to squeeze, and when they have done enough in a game to ease off that exhausting grip. SAM CUNNINGHAM assesses how Mauricio Pochettino has revved them up.

PAUL NEWMAN IN CHITTAGONG: England must reach the highest total to win a one-day international in Chittagong if they are to defeat Bangladesh in the final match of the series.

ADAM SHERGOLD: From Nos 60-41 in our countdown, there are a number of players who impressed at Euro 2016, and a certain Raheem Sterling takes his place in the list.

The Frenchman was dismissed from his role at Liverpool in 2012 for failures in the transfer market - which included being told that current captain Henderson was a 'waste of money

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Nick Kyrgios crashes out of Shanghai Masters in disgrace and tells his critics: 'If you're

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Patrice Evra then and now: Former Manchester United star shows off his transformation

Former Manchester United defender Patrice Evra appears in a nostalgic mood after sharing a picture montage tracking his rise from skinny youth to title-winning  champion. The 35 year-old, who won five Premier League titles and the Champions League at Old Trafford before leaving for Juventus, posted the video, which is accompanied by the Louis Armstrong track ' What a Wonderful World ', on Instagram.

Steve McClaren is speaking to Derby County over a return as head coach. Powell, 47, a former Derby left back, has impressed since taking over as caretaker from Nigel Pearson.

TfL are believed to want £12million for the alterations but Spurs are confident of paying less. In the meantime, TfL have submitted plans to carry out improvements to the existing station.

Liverpool chief executive Ian Ayre says 'a rounded solution' must be found before plans to expand the Anfield Road end of the stadium can advance - and has not ruled out supporter investment.

Chelsea endured the worst title defence in Premier League history last term - with Mikel suggesting that was partially due to a lack of fitness and a short pre-season.

England take on Bangladesh in Chittagong with the one-day international series on the line. Sam Billings and Liam Plunkett were drafted into the tourists' team for the decider.

Dele Alli recreates Ronaldinho's wonder goal against Chelsea

Dele Alli is arguably Tottenham and England's most highly-rated youngster and he's aiming high as he tries to follow in the footsteps on an iconic Brazil playmaker. The 20-year-old attacking midfielder, with help from Spurs team-mates Kyle Walker and Kevin Wimmer, attempted to recreate Ronaldinho's famous wonder strike for Barcelona against Chelsea in the 2005 Champions League last 16. The Brazilian wrong-footed three Chelsea defenders on the edge of the penalty area by waving his foot behind the ball, with many remarking upon how he appeared to 'dance' behind the ball before deftly placing it beyond Petr Cech and into the far corner.

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SIMON JONES: Aston Villa owner Tony Xia confirmed on Tuesday evening that an announcement will be made on Wednesday. Bruce has been the preferred choice of the Villa board.

European minnows San Marino sparked scenes of celebration on Tuesday night when they scored against Norway in the second half of their World Cup qualifier, momentarily tying the game at 1-1.

School teacher Peter Willett penned a column for National Club Golfer magazine which described American fans as a 'braying mob of imbeciles', 'basement-dwelling irritants' and 'cretins'.

Slovenia 0-0 England: Joe Hart saves England's blushes as Three Lions fail to roar in

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England limped to a goalless draw away to Slovenia on Tuesday night as their journey to Moscow continued. Here, Sportsmail's experts deliver their verdicts on a difficult night in Ljubljana.

Daniel Sturridge must improve his decision-making if he wants to become a world class striker and occupy a regular position in the England team, according to Ryan Giggs.

The Three Lions had Torino goalkeeper Joe Hart to thank for keeping the scores level. Sportsmail's SAMI MOKBEL was in Ljubljana to rate the performances of both sets of players.

SAMI MOKBEL: Gareth Southgate conceded that England were indebted to Joe Hart after the goalkeeper rescued lacklustre England from a shock defeat in Slovenia with a string of fine saves.

'Welcome to my personal museum': Chelsea striker Batshuayi 'shows off collection of TOYS... including Dragon Ball Z statue!

The Belgian loves cartoons but let his Instagram followers see just how much as he danced around what calls his 'personal museum' whilst wearing a snazzy pair of slippers featuring 'Grumpy' from the Seven Dwarfs. The exhibits were most collectable toys, either in a class cabinet or still in their original boxes, but the room was dominated by a life size character from popular anime cartoon Dragon Ball Z.

Liverpool stars looking sharp ahead of Manchester United clash as Jurgen Klopp's men pose

NEW Footballers nowadays take huge pride in looking the part away from the pitch - and the Liverpool stars will certainly have no problem achieving the razor-sharp look this season. The Anfield outfit have renewed their partnership with Hugo Boss and to celebrate, the club have released imagery of the suits they will wear this season. And to model the new gear, seven Liverpool stars looked sharp as they posed for pictures in the German designer's grey three-piece suit.

Sean Abbott, the bowler whose delivery inflicted the injury that killed Phillip Hughes, has described how he tended to the stricken batsman in the moments after he was hit on the head.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger will be hoping his jet-setting players return from international duty unscathed, with Mesut Ozil having already allayed fears of picking up an injury with Germany.

Sergio Aguero fears the Argentina axe after another miserable night at international level completely contradicted his club form.

Venezuela 0-2 Brazil: Gabriel Jesus and Willian strikes seal win despite stadium

Brazil went top of the South American World Cup qualifying group with a 2-0 win over Venezuela in a match played in torrential rain and halted for almost half an hour when the floodlights failed in Merida. The five-times World Cup winners, who were without suspended Barcelona striker Neymar, took just eight minutes to open the scoring with a goal that mixed comedy and beauty.

Colombia 2-2 Uruguay: Yerry Mina rescues point for hosts as late header cancels out Luis

COLOMBIA 2-2 URUGUAY: Yerry Mina scored a late equaliser to earn Colombia a draw and a point against World Cup qualifying group leaders Uruguay in a thrilling encounter at the Estadio Metropolitano in Barranquilla.  Luis Suarez had given the visitors the lead with 17 minutes remaining, after Abel Aguilar's 15th-minute opener was cancelled out by Cristian Rodriguez during the first half. But Mina restored parity for the hosts in the 84th minute after he steered a looping header over Fernando Muslera for his first international goal.

The Hammers left their Upton Park home at the end of last season to take up residence in the former Olympic Stadium, but the move has been blighted by poor form and supporter unrest.

CHARLES SALE: England interim manager Gareth Southgate has signed up with a sports agency whose approach could not be more different from that of the people connected to Sam Allardyce.

MARK WILSON IN TRNAVA: Gordon Strachan insisted that Scotland could still achieve second place in the section and hinted he was already planning for the trip to Wembley.

Real Madrid reveal plans to redevelop the Santiago Bernabeu

Real Madrid will be adding a retractable roof to the Santiago Bernabeu after finally reaching an agreement with the city to remodel the stadium. Madrid president Florentino Perez said Tuesday the project will cost 400 million euros (£360million) and construction is expected to start next year. The revamped venue, which will also carry a new facade, is expected to be fully completed by 2020.

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The midfielder has been ever-present for Jürgen Klopp’s team this season since joining from Newcastle. He limped out of Holland’s defeat by France on Monday with a problem in his hamstring.

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Arsenal star Petr Cech honoured in 2017 Guinness Book of World Records

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Marouane Chamakh joins Cardiff City as Neil Warnock completes third free transfer in 24

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Germany 2-0 Northern Ireland: Julian Draxler and Sami Khedira strike early to maintain

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Unwanted Niasse has been told to find a new club by Ronald Koeman following a dismal spell after former boss Roberto Martinez took him to Goodison Park for £13.5m.

The striker, who moved to the Nou Camp from Valencia this summer, believes Diego Simeone's men will prove a bigger test than Real. Atletico again lead the La Liga title on goal difference.

Manchester United expect to wrap up Timothy Fosu-Mensah’s new long-term contract by the end of next week. The defender has impressed his new manager, Jose Mourinho.

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Paul O'Connell: I fear for the Lions... rugby is all about money now but Maro Itoje must

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Kyle Edmund goes down fighting at Shanghai Masters

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