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Juventus v FC Bayern Muenchen - UEFA Champions League Round of 16 — Thomas Muller has joined Robben

Thomas Muller takes a dig at Ancelotti

Thomas Muller is the latest player to take a dig at Carlo Ancelotti.

Following the announcement of former boss Jupp Heyneckes' return, Muller said 'Bayern will have good training again.'

Earlier, Arjen Robben had slammed Ancelotti's training techniques and methodologies. It seems to be a clear case of Ancelotti losing his dressing room that led to his sacking.

Real Madrid looking forward to Odegaard's return from Heerenveen

SC Heerenveen v PSV Eindhoven - Eredivisie — Odegaard in action for Heerenveen

Martin Odegaard who was the talk of the town 3 years back as the hottest young talent in football had fallen out of favour subsequently and was reduced to the status of one of those who never made it on the big stage.

However, following his loan move in January to Holland side Heerenveen, Odegaard has been impressive and is a first-team regular now. He has showcased glimpses of the talent that made him one of the most sought-after teenagers and Los Blancos can't wait to have him back in Madrid, according to DailyMail.

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