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Renato Sanches failed to light up the Liberty Stadium on his debut as Swansea slipped to defeat against Newcastle

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Renato Sanches was the teenager with the world at his feet when he joined Bayern Munich last summer for a £30m fee that could more than double with add-ons.

Just 12 months later after struggling to settle with the Bundesliga champions he’s ended up on loan at Swansea trying to rebuild his career and reputation.

Sportsmail studied his debut against Newcastle to analyse what he’s got – and whether Swans boss Paul Clement, who worked with Portugal’s Euro 2016 winner in Munich, can help him regain his glitter.

Sportsmail studied loan star Renato Sanches's Swansea debut against Newcaslte on Sunday
Sportsmail studied loan star Renato Sanches's Swansea debut against Newcaslte on Sunday

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Mostly kept it simple, but occasionally offered a delicious glimpse of his ability as he’d try something of the outside of his right foot.