ESPN FC 9 hours ago · 08 Sep 2026

Genius or scouting flaw? Why top Premier League clubs sign wingers who don't score goals

After Messi and Ronaldo proved wingers can do more than cross the ball, why are Premier League clubs paying so much for so little production?

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