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Published 17:43 31 Aug 2017 BST
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But the deal has not been all smooth sailing because Sanches' requested squad number of 85, the same number that he wore when his career started at Benfica, has been rejected by Premier League chiefs.
Premier League rules dictate that "squad numbers must be consecutive and close to the current highest number," so Sanches has been forced to settle for the No. 35 shirt.
Unsurprisingly, the Welsh side were not put off the deal despite the snag.
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