In the 2000/2001 season he was a goal machine, as he helped Blackburn to an instant return and finis. The Real Madrid defender, 30, was linked with a move to Old Trafford?before signing a new five-year contract to stay at the Bernabeu. But Spanish legend Xavi, who starred for Guardiolas Barca, is backing his old boss to go not just on. Still unbeaten in the league this season, the Lilywhites will be hoping their squad is strong enough to challenge without their key player. up win against LeicesterAnd with dignified responses and a respect for manager Antonio Contes selection choices, Fabregas is likely a cert to start for Chelsea away at Arsenal. Beckles will have plenty of friends and family in the crowd when League Two Stanley take on the Hammers. Last season’s top goal scorer is also leading the way for distance covered for a striker in the league. Splash News5Boss Arsene Wenger is growing increasingly concernedI didnt mind being on the wing, Ill play anywhere the boss wants. And his link up play when pushed further forward with the likes of Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Wayne Rooney has been laboured. 1 million fee up front, so Palace asked if I would go there to help the club.