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​West Ham star Lanzini participates in River Plate testimonial for former teammate

West Ham attacker Manuel Lanzini has featured in a testimonial for ex-River Plate teammate Fernando Cavenaghi.

Before coming into worldwide recognition with his exploits for West Ham United, Manuel Lanzini made his name while playing for boyhood club River Plate and 24-year-old spent 12 years with the famous Argentine outfit.

Lanzini has now returned back to his former club to participate in a testimonial for ex-teammate Fernando Cavenaghi.

And the midfielder posted a picture on social media with the following caption after the game: "What a nice farewell, you deserve it and much more because you're Gordo.

"Thank you for letting me share this moment with you something unforgettable."

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