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New Valencia manager Javier Aguirre has dismissed his viral World Cup exchange with Anthony Gordon, describing his famous touchline remark as spontaneous banter. The Mexican coach dismissed any lingering tension with the Barcelona winger ahead of their reunion, joking that he will cover his mouth when they meet in La Liga this season.

Anthony Gordon has opened up on his decision to swap Newcastle United for Barcelona, suggesting he was never truly appreciated during his time in the Premier League. The England international believes his reputation in his homeland was unfairly limited to his physical attributes rather than his tactical brain.