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By Joe Wright

With the day of love fully upon us, Twitter has been alive with amorous advice from the world of football. From Jack Wilshere’s Champions League warning, to the misfortune of Benoit Assou-Ekotto, to Rio Ferdinand’s slap to the face of the single man – Goal.com has the pick of the bunch on this Valentine’s Day special.

We start with more of a heart-breaker than a love-letter, however. It was announced earlier this afternoon that Rangers had officially entered administration, having appointed London-based firm Duff and Phelps to handle the running of the club as they seek to pay off an outstanding tax bill which could reach £75 million.

With owner Craig Whyte having met with players and staff earlier today, youngster Andrew Little could not hide his frustration and disappointment over the “nightmare” situation at Ibrox.

Meanwhile, with the return of the Champions League after the winter break, it seems that there is only one thing on the minds of some men on this February 14. Wilshere may have been out of action all season on the pitch, but he has maintained his 100 per cent Twitter appearance record with a stark warning to all those who have the unenviable task of balancing the love of their life and the love of the game.

With Ferdinand and Assou-Ekotto also keen to share their love and wisdom, we round up the best Valentine’s gifts that Twitter has to offer…

"Don't wanna say anything about meeting this mornin. Show must go on. En route 4 bounce game against hibs. Travelling by horse + cart.. #cuts

"Clearly trying to lighten the mood there. The whole situation is a nightmare but also out of all of our hands. Head down+ hope for the best."

- Rangers midfielder Andrew Little attempts a brave face after the club announce they have gone in to administration as of Tuesday afternoon.

"Wonder how many arguments there will be tonight....champions league or out for Valentines Day!? Some men will be in trouble!"

- Arsenal’s stricken star Jack Wilshere hints at reduced gate receipts ahead of tonight’s Champions League last-16 clashes.

"Most of the people who go on like they hate Valentines Day..are usually SINGLE! Up your game....or is it because you've got no game!?"

- Manchester United's Rio Ferdinand issues a rallying cry to those who claim to hate the romantic holiday - although perhaps this is just to disguise the fact that he has no Champions League action to distract him this year…

"Much love to all my followers on Valentines day. Hope you all have a great evening!"

Rio's United teammate Phil Jones with a more diplomatic message for his followers today.

"Happy Valentines Day to everyone!!"

Barcelona’s star defender Gerard Pique clearly has his game-face on ahead of tonight’s clash with Bayer Leverkusen in Germany.

"Happy valentine day! Enjoy it to the max! ?"

- Likewise Robin van Persie, who seems determined to share the love before breaking the hearts of 75,000 Milanese at San Siro when his Arsenal team face square up against the Italian side on Wednesday.

"Sad I'm not together with @sylvievdervaart today 🙁 Happy Valentine and a big kiss to NY!! (h)"

- Tottenham's creative star Rafael van der Vaart sends the love to wife Sylvie...

"Unfortunately me and my wife will not be together today.... Love you @YolantheCabau Happy Valentine... Many kisses from Milano to LA...."

…and Dutch teammate Wesley Sneijder follows suit, as both wives spend Valentine’s Day in the USA.

"Just finished watching the sopranos and I can't describe how angry I am at the ending! Worst ending ever! #Terrible"

- Whilst everyone else is out enjoying the festivities with their partners, Norwich striker James Vaughan seems content to be alone in the dark with some angry Italian-Americans…

"Fair play to Mick McCarthy, that interview he did in his car leaving the training ground having been sacked was top notch. #dignity"

- United’s veteran striker Michael Owen hails the ex-Wolves boss for his candid approach to the press as he departs Molineux for the final time.

"Enjoy the last Valentine's day though.. cause the worlds gonna end... #ThatsWhatTheySay"

- Ever the optimist, former Liverpool winger Ryan Babel offers his candidacy to replace the Mayan calendar when it expires this year.

"On this Valentine day i waiting unfortunely my valentine again and again LOL. Good valentine day to all the lovers !"

Spurs' full-back Beniot Assou-Ekotto claims that Cupid’s arrow has been less accurate of late than his own sweet left foot.

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