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      Man Utd could offer outcast in stunning loan transfer swap for Ryan Gravenberch with Liverpool also hunting Bayern ace

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are interested in a loan move for Ryan Gravenberch, according to reports.And United academy product Scott McTominay could head the other way in a loan swap – according to Bild’s Christian Falk.
      Ryan Gravenberch is a target of rivals Liverpool and Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      Gravenberch, 21, looks set to leave Bayern after falling down the pecking order at the club.
      The midfielder was usually called upon from the bench by manager Thomas Tuchel last season, and that continued today during Bayern’s 3-1 win over Augsburg.
      Gravenberch came on in the 81st minute of a game that saw Bayern new boy Harry Kane continue his excellent start in Bavaria by scoring two goals.
      After the match however, he poured doubt over his future in a Bayern shirt, saying: “I don‘t know what will happen in the next days,” when asked about his future by Bild.
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      Gravenberch is also attracting interest from Liverpool with the Merseyside club keen to reinforce their midfield options.
      While Liverpool have already utilised the Bundesliga to reinforce their midfield with the signing of Stuttgart midfielder Wataru Endo, they are understood to still be interested in bolstering their midfield.
      Reports this month suggested that Liverpool sent two officials to Munich to lay the groundwork on a potential deal for the young Dutchman.
      United meanwhile have been tracking Gravenberch for the majority of this transfer window in order to add some much needed balance to a midfield of Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro and Mason Mount that has thus far failed to click.
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      It’s understood that the Red Devils are weighting up their options between the Dutchman and Fiorentina captain Sofyan Amrabat.
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      Amrabat was left out of Fiorentina’s squad against Lecce this weekend but the Italian club’s sporting director last week said so far no bid has been received from United.
      It is understood that Mason Greenwood’s exit from the club has seen a change in transfer policy at United – with Ten Hag favouring signing a new forward over signing a midfielder now that it is clear Greenwood will not be reintegrated into the squad.
      Gravenberch is reportedly desperate to leave Bayern as he looks to secure a starting place in Holland’s midfield at Euro 2024.
      Bayern will ask for around £22million to secure his signature.
      Scott McTominay is set for the exit door at Old TraffordCredit: Getty More

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      Harry Kane scores twice to equal 20-year record as red-hot start to Bayern Munich career continues

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      HARRY KANE bagged his first brace since signing for Bayern Munich as the Bundesliga romped to a 3-1 win over Augsburg.The England international made the move to Germany this summer after a deal worth £104million was agreed between Bayern and Tottenham.
      Harry Kane netted a brace for Bayern MunichCredit: Getty
      Kane’s first goal came from the penalty spotCredit: AP
      Kane also put Bayern 3-0 up as he grabbed his second of the gameCredit: Getty
      Kane, 30, did not score on his debut as Bayern lost the German Super Cup to RB Leipzig 3-0 with fans quick to joke that he may never win a trophy.
      But since the Bundesliga has kicked off Kane has looked settled at the current reigning champions as he netted on his debut against Weder Bremen.
      The former Spurs star has now followed that performance up with a brace in his second league outing.
      To make the goals even more special they came on his league home debut, despite the Super Cup being played at the Allianz Arena.
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      Augsburg’s Felix Udoukhai put through his own net in the 32nd minute to put Bayern into the leave.
      Kane then doubled the lead from the spot as he smashed the ball into the middle of the goal.
      The penalty came after Joshua Kimmich’s curling effort was blocked by the arm of Niklas Dorsch.
      Kane then grabbed his second of the game as he poked past Finn Dahmen to make it 3-0 to Bayern.
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      Augsburg did grab a consolation in the 86th minute as Dion Drena Beljo rounded Sven Ulreich before slotting home.
      The goals also saw Kane become only the third player in Bayern’s history to score three times in their first two games.
      Only Gustav Jung in 1967 and Adolfo Valencia in 1993 managed to do the same.
      Kane has been doing his best to adapt to the new lifestyle in Germany.
      He he has been taking language lessons a couple of times a week and has also picked up his company car.
      As well as driving the Audi, Kane is also obliged to wear a lederhosen during Bayern’s annual Oktoberfest celebrations. More

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      Why Liverpool’s £60m transfer’s secret weapon is his tiny feet – after his dad ‘deliberately stopped them growing’

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      LIVERPOOL star Dominik Szoboszlai’s secret weapon is his tiny feet – that his dad reportedly tried to stop from growing.The Hungarian international joined the Reds for £60million from RB Leipzig this summer.
      Dominik Szoboszlai’s dad tried to stop his feet from growingCredit: EPA
      Zsolt Szoboszlai coached his son using unique methods
      Szoboszlai starred in the Bundesliga, scoring 20 goals and 22 assists in 91 matches as he helped the club win two domestic cups and qualify for the Champions League twice.
      His coach as a youngster was his father Zsolt, who played as a professional in Austria and Hungary.
      Hungarian footballers idolise Ferenc Puskas.
      He scored 84 goals in 85 games for his country while also helping them make the World Cup final in 1954.
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      Puskas also netted 242 goals in 262 games for Real Madrid and is widely-regarded as one of their best ever players.
      The legend, who passed away in 2006 aged 79, stood at 5ft 7in and had a low centre of gravity, powerful things and tiny feet.
      Coaches in Hungary often try to model players based on Puskas and Szoboszlai’s father apparently went to extreme lengths to try to shape him into the perfect player.
      The Athletic report that Zsolt forced his son to wear boots that were too small in attempt to stop his feet growing.
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      Szoboszlai’s stats last season
      And it may have worked as Szoboszlai stands at 6ft 1in tall, but supposedly has just UK size seven feet.
      The 22-year-old possesses a powerful long-shot and good technical ability suggesting maybe having small feet is the key.
      Zsolt implemented other unique ideas to help his son grow into one of the most exciting young talents in football.
      The family did not have a garden when growing up and Szoboszlai trained indoors at times.
      He was made to slalom dribble between water bottles positioned around the house and if he knocked one over he would have to start again.
      Szoboszlai was also made to play on the pitch while holding golf balls so he learnt how to win the ball back without pulling shirts or committing fouls.
      Liverpool’s new boy cites his father as “the biggest influence on my life” and thanked him for helping his career. More

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      Inside Harry and Kate Kane’s glitzy life in ‘Germany’s Hollywood’ – from restaurant serving £450 caviar to glam WAG pals

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      IT’S been dubbed Bavaria’s Beverly Hills due to its luxurious mansions and high-end restaurants – and now it could be the new home of the Kane family. Harry and Kate, who have just welcomed their fourth child Henry, have reportedly been scouting properties and schools in Grünwald, Munich, where mansions cost up to £18million.
      Harry and Kate Kane look set to move to the stunning, leafy suburb of GrünwaldCredit: Getty
      The couple welcomed their fourth child Henry Edward Kane this weekCredit: Instagram
      Grünwald, which means “green forest”, is a picture-perfect spot with stunning forest walks, an exclusive golf course and plenty of lush restaurants nearby which offer caviar for £450 a pop.
      It’s also a hotspot for some of Harry’s new teammates at Bayern Munich, after he completed a £104million move from Tottenham Hotspur earlier this month. 
      £10k per night hotel
      While finding a new pad, Harry has been staying in Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski, which is one of Munich’s most prestigious and exclusive hotels.
      The five-star resort, located in Maximillian Strasse, is popular with celebrities and footballers and costs £10,000 per night to stay in one of their suites.
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      It’s believed Kane’s suite has a separate living room, two bathrooms kitted out with plush Carrara marble, silk curtains, six televisions and a range of designer furniture. 
      The hotel has a luxury spa, three award-winning restaurants and a rooftop pool that boasts views of Munich. 
      Harry is currently staying in the five-star Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski hotel, in MunichCredit: Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski hotel
      The plush spot boasts pools and stunning views of MunichCredit: Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski hotel
      £18m mansions
      Located 7.5 miles (12km) southwest of central Munich, Grünwald is a popular spot for Bayern players due to being just a 15-minute drive from the club’s training ground.
      The secluded and sleepy town, known as the “Bavarian Hollywood”, is Germany’s wealthiest municipality and unsurprisingly comes with a hefty price tag to live.
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      It’s claimed that Bayern has already found a place for the Kanes – should they choose to live there – and local estate agents have revealed what they may go for.
      A source told MailOnline: “Grünwald is the Bavarian Beverly Hills. It’s the home of the rich and famous and offers the very best in luxury mansions. 
      Grünwald has 11,000 residents including several Bayern Munich starsCredit: Alamy
      There are a number of sports cars that line the streets in GrünwaldCredit: Chris Eades
      Just one of the sprawling properties in GrünwaldCredit: Chris Eades
      “I can assure you that the Kane family will be in one of them and will enjoy their new life here.” 
      The source believed the family would move into a 12-bed home, which had both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a wine cellar, a home cinema and a wellness area. 
      But should that not fit the bill, there are numerous high-end properties for the Kane family to consider. 
      At the top end is the Meleven development, which is described as “an art lover’s home” online and listed for a whopping £18million. 
      The eight-bedroom mansion has its own “small sandy beach”, breathtaking views of the bay Liscia di Vacca and stunning interiors including floor-to-ceiling glass.
      There’s also the luxury home of ex-Bayern defender Jerome Boateng, which boasts 10 bedrooms, a heated swimming pool and a well-stocked wine cave.
      According to Bild, the property is on the market for £10million – despite being bought for £6.4million back in 2016.
      Another among the current listings is a £7.6million  Bauhaus villa, which has a home cinema, sauna, jacuzzi and sprawling gardens.
      There’s also a six-bed villa, which is on the market for £5.5million and has features including open fireplaces, an indoor pool, sauna and spa.
      £450 caviar & pick ‘n’ mix sushi
      The area has a wealth of trendy restaurants and workers say they are loved by current and former Bayern stars. 
      They include Chang, a Michelin guide-listed Asian restaurant, which offers pick ‘n’ mix style sushi for £100, caviar for £450 and ribeye steak for £40.
      Another Bayern star hotspot is H’ugo’s, which specialises in truffle pizza and pasta.
      But should Kane fancy more traditional Bavarian meals – including pork knuckle and schnitzel – it can be found at Alter Wirt and Forsthaus Wornbrunn.
      MailOnline reported that the average price of a meal is £50 per person, a litre of beer costs nearly £10 and snacks are close to £10.
      Bayern Munich stars donned traditional clothing for Oktoberfest back in 2018Credit: AFP or licensors
      And it seems the WAGs aren’t against lapping up the Bavarian spirit eitherCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Aside from upmarket restaurants, Grünwald is but a short distance away from the celebrations for Oktoberfest, which take place in central Munich. 
      The 16-day festival brings in more than six million visitors to the city every year including an array of Bayern stars.
      In recent years, the team has donned traditional Lederhosen alongside their wives and girlfriend to lap up the Bavarian spirit. 
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      Grünwald is home to 11,000 people and among them are a number of former and current Bayern players and their glamorous other halves.
      Among the current squad living there are Alphonso Davies, Matthijs de Ligt, Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, Benjamin Pavard and Leroy Sane.
      And Harry’s wife could very easily find herself a new group of WAG pals including Anika Bissel, 22, who is a professional handball player.
      She’s the partner of Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Peter Neuer and could bond with personal trainer Kate through their love of sports.
      There’s also Leroy Sane’s wife Candice Brook, a US model, TV personality and singer, and Mathea Fischer, the partner of Leon Goretzka.
      Lisa Muller is among the many WAGs Kate could cosy-up toCredit: Social Media – Refer to Source
      Grünwald’s Bel Hair and Spa is reportedly loved by WAGsCredit: Chris Eades
      Harry could soon settle in thanks to a nearby exclusive golf clubCredit: Instagram
      Additionally, she could befriend Lisa Muller, who has been married to Thomas for 12 years and loves horses.
      Should Kate fancy a bit of TLC, she will be able to pamper herself at the local Bel Hair and Spa.
      It’s a popular Bayern WAGs spot, where a wash, cut and blow dry costs £50 and a range of beauty treatments start at £300.
      And for Harry, when he’s not training or enjoying the area’s breathtaking walks, there’s also the exclusive Munchener Golf Club.
      £975-per week schools 
      There are plenty of International schools for the Kanes to choose from for their new little one, including the International Preschool Munich, which has fees of up to £975 per week. 
      The Bavarian International School in Munich-Schwabing describes itself as the “school of the future, today”. 
      The website continues: “Top international teachers there make learning fun and joyful for the 250 children from over 30 nations.”
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      There’s also the Munich International School, which would set them back £7,500 a year.
      And should Harry’s children wish to follow in his footsteps by playing football, German legend Lothar Matthaus coaches the youth teams at local club TSV Grünwald. More

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      I’m a former Bayern Munich star but now I’ve swapped the Bundesliga for bedpans by working in a retirement home

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      FORMER Bayern Munich star Dennis Grassow has swapped the Bundesliga for bedpans – by working in a RETIREMENT HOME.The ex-defender, 51, helped Bayern win a German Cup tie 16-1 in 1997.
      Dennis Grassow enjoyed a 19-year playing careerCredit: Getty
      Grassow also played for FC Cologne and Unterhaching in the German top flight.
      Spells at lower-league sides Darmstadt and Regensburg before Grassow retired in 2009.
      The Berlin-born ace switched careers in 2012, and has since worked at an old people’s home in the Munich suburb Taufkirchen.
      Grassow told German publication Merkur: “I am happy and proud that I was once part of Bayern’s Champions League squad.
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      “But I am happy in my current job, and I do it with a passion. I am a ‘maid of all work’ at the home.
      “I’ll clean toilets, straighten pictures and fix dripping taps. I live in a similar room to the residents, and sometimes they’ll come in by mistake.
      “I have built relationships with many of them, but have seen some die. Sad moments like those happen in an old folks’ home.
      “I ended my playing career at 37. I had not been earning millions, and there I was without a nest egg.
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      “I tried to get into youth coaching, but it was not so easy. I had to make a difficult decision to do something different.
      “I was out of work for a year before I discovered my new career due to a lucky coincidence.
      “I took my car to the garage to be repaired, and by chance met the home’s then director who was also getting his car fixed.
      “He told me they were looking for a new technician. I got the job – and I’ve now been there for 11 years.
      “Some people might think it a comedown for me to be doing my current job.
      “But I don’t care at all what others think. I believe in what I’m doing.” More

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      Bayern Munich fan suffers burn injury in Harry Kane’s debut after ultras sneak in flares

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      A BAYERN MUNICH fan suffered burn injuries during Harry Kane’s Bundesliga debut against Werder Bremen after ultras sneaked in flares.During Friday night’s Bundesliga curtain raiser, groups of Werder Bremen and Bayern Munich fans managed to smuggle pyrotechnics into the ground.
      A Bayern Munich fan has suffered burn injuries during their match against Werder BremenCredit: Getty
      Groups of ultras smuggled in pyrotechnics and set them alight during the gameCredit: Reuters
      It is not the first time there has been crowd issues regarding flares in the Bayern Munich and Werder Bremen fixtureCredit: EPA
      The drama occurred during Harry Kane’s Bayern league debutCredit: Getty
      Flares were set off at the start of the second half by the home fans before Bayern supporters followed suit just a few minutes later.
      The fiery affair, which police are now investigating, isn’t the first time there has been trouble with flares between these two teams.
      Last season’s clash in May led to another police investigation with around 100 ultras under the microscope.
      During that match all seven rows underneath the away fans had to be completely cleared for safety reasons.
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      Friday’s game was just as crazy on the pitch as it was in the crowds with Bayern ending up 4-0 victors.
      Harry Kane made his Bundesliga debut on the night following his mega £104million transfer from Tottenham Hotspur.
      And there was no messing about from the England captain who assisted Bayern’s first goal which was buried by Leroy Sane.
      He then went on to double Bavarian’s lead with a league debut goal in the 74th minute as his deflected shot snuck past Bremen goalkeeper Jiri Pavlenka.
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      Unfortunately it didn’t all go to plan for Kane as he was then taken off in the 84th minute with what looked to be cramp.
      After his exit Bayern comfortably finished the job with another goal from Sane and fourth from Mathys Tel.
      Kane netted his first goal for the Bavarians on his league debutCredit: Getty More

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      Harry Kane reveals difference between Bundesliga and Premier League and why Bayern are perfect for him after debut goal

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      HARRY KANE revealed why Bayern Munich are the perfect team for him after he scored on his debut for the club – and how things are different in Germany.The striker finished off a fast-flowing move after being left in acres of space in the centre of the pitch.

      Harry Kane struck after being played in by Alphonso DaviesCredit: Getty
      The striker believes the pace in the team will allow him to thriveCredit: EPA
      Alphonso Davies burst down the left flank before playing Kane through on goal and the England captain believes Bayern’s pace is perfect for him.
      He hinted at continuing his playmaking style – having finished with the most Premier League assists in 2020-21 – but remains focused on scoring goals for his new club.

      Kane told Sky Sports after his debut: “We’ve seen my game, I like to drop deep and link play in the last four or five years.
      “I think with the pace we have in this team, it works perfectly.
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      “I’m a No 9 first and foremost so I have to get in the box and make the runs forward. I’m really happy, we have a fantastic squad and I’m excited to be a part of it.”
      Kane, 30, demonstrated how well he will fit in after just three minutes against Werder Bremen, as he played in Leroy Sane to open the scoring.
      The former Tottenham star could have had a hat-trick with Bremen goalkeeper Jiri Pavlenka pulling off several saves before Kane found the net.
      Kane’s debut ended prematurely as he pulled up with cramp, but he left the pitch to a standing ovation from the travelling Bayern support.
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      It was a complete performance from Kane
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      Kane was impressed with the atmosphere at the Weserstadion and praised both sets of fans for their show of support.
      He added: “The fans from both sides were incredible the whole game, really different to some of the Premier League atmospheres I’ve experienced.” More

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      Harry Kane shows he’s Bayern’s main man already with goal and assist on Bundesliga debut… but it doesn’t all go to plan

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      ALREADY, the Harry Kane Effect is in full swing.It took just over three minutes for the England captain to make his mark in Germany, with his first touch in the Bundesliga, as he delivered an assist for Leroy Sane to score.
      Harry Kane had a fine Bundesliga debut for Bayern MunichCredit: EPA
      He netted a goal and assist in the 4-0 win over Werder BremenCredit: Getty

      Yet what everyone expected here in northern Germany was his opening goal and Bayern Munich’s £104million signing duly obliged with a composed strike from just inside the area with 16 minutes left.
      Ex-Manchester City forward Sane and Mathys Tel both scored further goals at the end of the game for a 4-0 win.
      So, not a bad start for Kane who was given a standing ovation from the away fans when being replaced in the 84th minute after going down with cramp.
      Some pundits in Germany claimed Bayern’s new arrival could still struggle early on after leaving the Premier League for the first time.
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      Equally, Kane knew everyone in Germany was expecting to be impressed, hence the catchphrase, the Harry Kane Effect.
      Instantly, though, that assist and a goal will lift the pressure from Kane’s shoulders.
      Even against an admittedly average Bremen side, Kane could have scored a hat-trick.
      You can be certain that over the next nine months, he will be leaving the pitch with a few match balls.
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      It was a complete performance from Kane
      Even so, having finally escaped the grip of Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy, it still feels slightly weird seeing Kane run around in a Bayern shirt.
      He barely got a touch of the ball in a difficult debut when arriving as a 64th minute substitute in a 3-0 DFL-Supercup defeat to Leipzig six days earlier.
      But after just 185 seconds, he delivered his first assist.
      Deep in his own half and with his back to goal, he dealt superbly with an awkward, bobbling pass Sane.
      Despite just a few training sessions with his new club, Kane will have realised the electric pace of Sane.
      So with that first touch, Kane produced a deft, first-time pass to unleash the former Man City forward who tore clear of the home defence and displayed great composure to put Bayern ahead after just 195 seconds.
      Kane fired a long-range free-kick into a wall and was clearly annoyed with himself for failing to get any power with a header from Sane’s corner and home keeper Jiri Pavlenka had an easy save.
      He teed up Sane with his first touch of the matchCredit: Reuters
      Before a composed finish doubled the leadCredit: EPA
      The £104m signing went down with cramp before being subbed offCredit: Getty
      He was denied with an excellent save from Pavlenka and you got the feeling this was not to be the England captain’s night.
      Yet one of the landmark’s moments of Kane’s career, one that he will never forget, eventually came.
       Alphonso Davies sprinted down the left and spotted Kane who took a touch into the area before scoring with a right- footed shot which sent the keeper the wrong way.
      Kane celebrated in front of the away end in the top tier behind the goal.
      And unlike England, travelling fans with shirts in Germany are able to sit in the home areas so there were other supporters celebrating throughout the stadium.
      Kane’s dream debut was over in the 84th minute while Sane and Tel scored to give the scoreline a flattering look.
      And if we learnt one thing yesterday evening, it is certain he will score more than the 30 goals he managed for an ordinary Spurs team last season.
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      Next up for Kane weekend is a home Bavarian derby against Augsburg next weekend.
      So the next thing to tick off his checklist is a goal at the Allianz Arena and on this evidence, it is unlikely to take long. More