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Ref watch: Mike Dean to take charge of City clash

Mike Dean will be the man in the middle as AFC Bournemouth host Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City on Saturday lunchtime.

The 49-year-old has taken charge of one Premier League fixture this season, officiating Arsenal’s thrilling 4-3 win over Leicester City on the opening day of the season.

Last term, Dean handed out 114 yellow cards, five red cards and gave out 13 penalties during the course of the campaign.

He refereed four Cherries fixtures in the process, including the 2-0 win over Swansea and the 2-2 draw against Watford.

On Saturday, Dean will be assisted by Simon Long and Ian Hussin, with Lee Probert the fourth official.