The modern football swap deal with the most parallels is the acrimonious agreement that took Ashley Cole from Arsenal to rivals Chelsea on summer transfer deadline day in 2006, in return for William Gallas and £5m in cash.

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W ith the trade deadline around the corner and two major trades stunning the league, it is time we take a look at some of the notable moves so far this season. We will focus prima