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Tottenham's Keane tips Given to leave Man City

Shay Given is the best goalkeeper in the Premier League according to Republic of Ireland teammate Robbie Keane.

The 35-year old was frozen out by Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini this season and is looking to move on in the summer.

Tottenham striker Keane, who has played in the national team with Given for years, says the former Newcastle United man would make it at most other clubs in England's top flight.

"I still feel he is the best keeper in the Premier League," Keane said.

"I'm biased because I have worked with Shay and he is a good friend but, not only that, he is a top-class goalkeeper.

"It has been a frustrating season for him and he has come out and said that.

"But I am sure in the summer, after getting these games behind him (with Rep. of Ireland), he'll look forward to a break and he'll certainly get a club for next season, no doubt about that.

"Whoever does buy him would be getting a world-class goalkeeper and someone who is great to have around the dressing room as well."

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