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    Mary Earps sparks row with bombshell England retirement just five weeks before Euros leaving Sarina Wiegman furious

    MARY EARPS announced her shock retirement from international football with immediate effect.And it means the goalkeeper will not line up between the sticks as England aim to retain the Euros this summer – leaving boss Sarina Wiegman seething.Mary Earps announced her shock international retirementCredit: GettySarina Wiegman was furious with the timing of the decisionCredit: ReutersEarps, 32, played a key role in the Lionesses’ runs to the Euro 2022 title and 2023 World Cup final.The ex-Manchester United star was crowned a two-time Fifa Women’s Best Goalkeeper and even BBC Sport Personality of the Year after her penalty save in the 2023 World Cup final defeat to Spain. PSG stopper Earps was in a battle with Chelsea’s Hannah Hampton for the No1 spot in Wiegman’s starting XI for the upcoming Euros in Switzerland. Hampton was picked in England’s last three Nations League matches – against Spain and the double header against Belgium. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, just five weeks out from the tournament and the day after the team met for their training camp at St George’s Park, 53-cap ace Earps dropped the major bombshell news.According to The Telegraph, Earps quit in an awkward meeting after being told she was now back-up to Hampton. She said: “I have taken the difficult decision to retire internationally. It has been the greatest honour and privilege of my life, to wear this badge, represent my country and play alongside such an incredible group of players.”I’ve spent a long time making this decision and it’s not one I’ve made lightly. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”For me, ultimately this is the right time for me to step aside and give the younger generation an opportunity to thrive.”Winning the Euros in 2022 was the best day of my life, and I’m rooting for the girls to do it again this summer.”Mary Earps wins SPOTY as Lioness makes history after England World Cup final run, In a cryptic Instagram post, Earps added: “My journey has never been the simplest, and so in true Mary fashion, this isn’t a simple goodbye – right before a major tournament.“Nonetheless, I know this is the right decision. “There are so many dimensions to this decision, the details of which aren’t important right now, but what it boils down to is: it’s now the right moment for me to step aside.“This is a new era and a new England team, and I’m looking forward to watching them this summer. In the end, all you have is all you are – your character. “And I know that whilst this won’t make sense to some who are reading this, you can trust that I would not be doing this unless I thought it was absolutely the right thing to do, as much as it hurts.”But the shock announcement so close to the Euros left Wiegman furious, with the Dutchwoman ready to call on her experience and leadership in Switzerland.The Lionesses face France, the Netherlands and Wales in Group D.Now, though, Hampton looks set to be the unchallenged No1.’I AM DISAPPOINTED’Wiegman said bluntly: “I had hoped that Mary would play an important role within the squad this summer, so of course I am disappointed.”Mary has been clear on her reasons why she has made the decision and it is something we need to accept.“Mary has made a huge contribution to not only the team, but the whole of English football.“We will cherish those memories and of course give Mary the tributes she deserves after the summer.”But for now the focus needs to be on the upcoming Uefa Women’s Nations League fixtures and the Euros.”Read More on The SunEngland face Portugal at Wembley on Friday and then Spain next Tuesday in the Nations League.A friendly with Jamaica takes place at Leicester’s King Power Stadium on June 29 before their opening group game of the Euros against France on July 5. Earps played a key role as England won Euro 2022 at WembleyCredit: PAShe famously led the celebrations by crashing the press conferenceCredit: GettyEarps saved a penalty in the 2023 World Cup final defeat to SpainCredit: PAThe goalkeeper was named 2023 BBC Sport Personality of the YearCredit: PAHannah Hampton trained with England at St George’s Park on MondayCredit: Reuters More

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    All the incredible stats as Mohamed Salah reaches 500 points in record-breaking Dream Team season

    WHO else but Mohamed Salah (£6.4m) to score Liverpool’s last goal of their triumphant season?The Reds’ Egyptian king was on hand in the 84th minute to score an equaliser against FA Cup winners Crystal Palace amid a celebratory atmosphere at Anfield on Sunday.Just the 500 points for Salah this season…Credit: Getty/Dream TeamIn doing so, Salah passed the 500-point mark in Dream Team to seal his record-breaking campaign in fine style.One game remains before 2024/25 is condemned to the history books but there is nothing realistic that could occur between Chelsea and Real Betis in Wednesday night’s Conference League final to bother Liverpool’s iconic No11 at the top of the rankings.Salah’s final total of 503 points puts him 60 clear of his closest rival Bruno Fernandes (£6.9m) after the final Premier League weekend.Incredibly, he will finish 136 points ahead of the game’s next-best forward, Erling Haaland (£7.3m).Salah scored 34 goals in all competitions, three more than Manchester City’s No9, but he carved out a bracket all of his own by also providing a whopping 23 assists.For comparison, Haaland registered just four assists all season long.In need of a reinforced trophy cabinetCredit: GettyMOST GOALS AMONG DREAM TEAM PLAYERS THIS SEASONMOHAMED SALAH – 34 goalsErling Haaland – 31 goalsAlexander Isak – 27 goalsBryan Mbeumo – 20 goalsChris Wood – 20 goalsBruno Fernandes – 19 goalsYoane Wissa – 19 goalsMOST ASSISTS AMONG DREAM TEAM PLAYERS THIS SEASONMOHAMED SALAH – 23 assistsBruno Fernandes – 20 assistsBukayo Saka – 17 asssistsMorgan Rogers – 16 assistsJacob Murphy – 15 assistsOllie Watkins – 15 assistsThere are many ways to skin a cat in Dream Team but it remains as true as ever that scoring a shed-load of goals is the best way to top the rankings.57 goal involvements in a season stirs memories of the dizzy peaks of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.Who else?Credit: GettyOfficially, Salah registered 47 goal involvements in the top flight; 29 goals and 18 assists to claim the Golden Boot and Playmaker awards.This tally is an outright record for a 38-game Premier League campaign.Alan Shearer and Andy Cole also achieved 47 goal contributions in the 1990s but at a time when the top flight featured 22 teams, with each side fulfilling 42 league fixtures.Salah is the first player to ever claim the Golden Boot, Playmaker and Premier League Player of the Season awards in the same campaign.Shearer registered 47 goal contributions in a 42-game Premier League campaignCredit: PAThe 32-year-old created 33 big chances for his team-mates in all competitions, the most among all Dream Team players.Only one other forward, Son Heung-min (£3.7m), registered 20 big chances created this term.Salah even topped the considerably more niche metric of most successful dribbles (67) among Dream Team forwards.Read More on The SunThere is much to admire about Salah’s season but 503 points is undoubtedly the headline, an almost unfathomable achievement that speaks to every last bead of sweat expended.Looking ahead, the question must be asked: what will his starting price be for 2025/26? More

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    Mikel Arteta’s actress and spiritual life coach wife Lorena Bernal opens up on the secrets to marriage with Arsenal boss

    MIKEL ARTETA’S wife Lorena Bernal has opened up on the secrets of a happy marriage.The couple have been together for 23 years since meeting in a nightclub in their hometown of San Sebastian, Spain.Lorena Bernal has opened up on the secrets of a happy marriageCredit: GettyLorena and Mikel Arteta have been married since 2010Credit: GettyThey wed in 2010 and have three children together – Gabriel, 15, Daniel, 12, and Oliver, 10.But their hectic working lives mean Lorena and Arteta often find joy doing the simplest things together, like going for a coffee.Lorena shared the secrets behind her happy marriage to the Arsenal boss, revealing it is important to grow as people while maintaining separate lives.She told Hello!: “There isn’t just one secret to our marriage, but I’d say it’s important to understand and to accept that you’re two individuals sharing a life, not completing each other.READ MORE ON ARSENAL“You’re not there to teach them how to live; you’re there to grow next to them and support their growth. But you need to accept that each person has their own rhythms, pace and journey, and that acceptance makes it amazing.“And of course, there’s the love underneath it, the foundation of admiration, respect for the other person… and having fun together.“When we have time together, we do pretty normal things, because our life is the opposite of normal. So we go for a walk or we sit and have coffee. Doing nothing together is beautiful.”Lorena has a busy working life, combining her role as an actress with her job as a spiritual life coach. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSJoin SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The EmiratesLorena has helped fellow models and actors, and other footballers’ wives, leading to her publishing a book – It Starts With You.She finds peace in the every day, finding appreciation in the small things. Mikel Arteta will be sacked by Christmas if Arsenal are not in top two, warns former Gunners starLorena said: “It’s a state of being that I have and apply in my daily life.“No matter where I am in my life, if I’m mothering or acting or being the wife of my husband, I enjoy it, embracing every day. Because every day is one day less that I have to enjoy all this.”Lorena has her own busy life away from the home she shares with ArtetaCredit: Getty More

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    Seven transfers for Cristiano Ronaldo after exit hint and Infantino ‘leaking talks for star to play in Club World Cup’

    CRISTIANO RONALDO could be set to play at the Club World Cup following a “leaked” statement from Gianni Infantino.The Fifa president let slip to YouTuber IShowSpeed that plans are underway for Ronaldo, 40, to take part at this summer’s expanded 32-team bonanza.Al-Nassr star Cristiano Ronaldo could be set for a new team ahead of the Club World CupCredit: AFPThe Portugal legend’s club Al-Nassr have not qualified for the Club World Cup, which is being held in the USA.And following Infantino’s admission, Ronaldo could now be set for a transfer away from his Saudi side.The ex-Manchester United star is out of contract at the end of June – the midway point of the Club World Cup.And with no new deal on the horizon, Ronaldo could be on the move permanently.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLChelsea are in dire need of a striker this summerCredit: ReutersHere, SunSport looks at seven possible options for the veteran forward ahead of the Club World Cup…CHELSEAIt’s no secret that Chelsea are in desperate need of a striker.The Blues almost blew Champions League qualification after the likes of Cole Palmer and Nicolas Jackson went off the boil.BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSRonaldo has shown he still has an eye for goal after netting 35 times this season – making for 99 goals in 111 games since moving to Al-Nassr.Most read in FootballAnd after Todd Boehly considered making a move for Ronnie following his Man United exit in 2022, the time could finally be right for the pair to come together. Cristiano Ronaldo appears to argue with himself as he fights back tears after Al-Nassr cup KOAL-HILALHaving won the Saudi title six times in the past decade, Al-Hilal are arguably the biggest club in the Middle Eastern nation.Despite finishing runners-up to Al-Ittihad this term, they still boast the strongest squad thanks to big names like Ruben Neves, Joao Cancelo and Aleksandar Mitrovic.Should Ronaldo want to stay in Saudi while picking up a mega wage, Al-Hilal would be the safest bet.And with them and Al-Nassr both under majority ownership from Saudi’s Public Investment Fund, there is unlikely to be an issue in making a transfer happen.Ronaldo could form a fearsome partnership with Aleksandar Mitrovic at Al-HilalCredit: ReutersPALMEIRASThe Brazilian runners-up have an exciting squad under Abel Ferreira and will be ones to watch this summer.Exciting forwards like Facundo Torres and Chelsea-bound Estevao Willian create chances aplenty.And Ronaldo would automatically become a club icon if he made the move.It would also present the opportunity for CR7 to take on fierce rival Lionel Messi at the Club World Cup, with Palmeiras drawn in the same group as Inter Miami.Estevao will be heading to Chelsea after the Club World CupCredit: AlamyCF MONTERREYOne of Mexico’s top sides, they boast a host of stars who used to ply their trade in LaLiga.Lucas Ocampos, Jesus Corona and Sergio Canales are among the big names starring at Monterrey.However, the top dog is none other than Spanish legend Sergio Ramos, who now captains the team.He forged an unbreakable bond with Ronaldo at Real Madrid, and would be influential in persuading his old pal to make the move to North America.Sergio Ramos is the captain of MonterreyCredit: GettyWYDAD CASABLANCARepresenting Morocco, Casablanca chiefs are keen to make a statement.They are desperate to make an impact at the Club World Cup and put Moroccan football on the map.Former Premier League star Nordin Amrabat is on the verge of completing a move to them this summer.And he confirmed Casablanca are hoping to strike a deal for Ronaldo, saying: “The president is extremely ambitious and is currently in talks with several really big names. It is true that Cristiano is among them.”Nordin Amrabat has confirmed Casablanca are hoping to sign RonaldoCredit: GettyREAL MADRIDSpeaking of Real, they are set for a new era after Xabi Alonso replaced Carlo Ancelotti as boss.Another former teammate of Ronaldo, he has already built a reputation for thinking outside the box.The likes of Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr were unable to click as Real ended the season trophyless.And a return to the Bernabeu could inspire both Los Blancos and Ronaldo to get back to their best.Xabi Alonso could think outside the box after joining Real MadridCredit: ReutersINTER MIAMIA potentially controversial move but an exciting one nonetheless.Miami already boast a host of superstar names, with Sergio Busquets, Luis Suarez and Jordi Alba becoming fan favourites.Read More on The SunHowever, Lionel Messi is top dog in Florida and was once Ronaldo’s biggest rival while playing for Barcelona.Miami would have to let one of their big stars go, having already reached their quota for “designated” players, but the opportunity to sign Ronaldo may be too good to pass up.Ronaldo could finally link up with Lionel Messi at Inter MiamiCredit: Getty More

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    Arsenal ‘launch formal Viktor Gyokeres transfer offer’ with huge signing-on bonus and wages just eclipsing Tierney’s

    ARSENAL have reportedly tabled a “formal offer” for Viktor Gyokeres. The Swedish striker is high up on Mikel Arteta’s list of attacking targets this summer, which could be his most crucial yet. Arsenal are keen on signing Sweden hitman Viktor GyokeresCredit: GETTYThe Gunners have reportedly submitted a formal offer for Sporting Lisbon’s talismanic strikerCredit: SHUTTERSTOCKAnd the Spaniard has reportedly moved quickly to try to acquire the Sporting Lisbon striker’s services. Correio da Manha claim the north Londoners have tabled an offer in the region of “£62million” for the Sweden international. The Gunners are also said to have sent a contract offer to Gyokeres’ agent after meeting him at the women’s Champions League final last weekend. A five-year deal with an annual salary of £5.8m – which narrowly eclipses that received by outgoing Gunners defender Kieran Tierney – has reportedly been put on the table for Gyokeres. READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSA massive £10m signing-on bonus is also said to be on the cards for the Swede should he move to the Emirates. Gyokeres, 26, was Sporting’s star man last season, scoring a whopping 54 goals and providing 13 assists in 52 appearances.His signing would provide Arsenal with some much-needed firepower, a lack of which saw their Premier League and Champions League challenges peter out last season.Arteta plans to splash the cash this summer in what he’s promised will be a “big” transfer window ahead of the 2025/26 season.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSViktor Gyokeres scored a whopping 54 goals in 54 appearances last seasonCredit: GETTYHe said: “It’s going to be a big one and we are very excited about it. “The way we planned the first five summers, they were going to be very big and they were going to have different objectives. Who is Sporting’s masked man Viktor Gyokeres “Because the turnaround of players and the objective of those windows was going to be different. “But now, when you are going to go again, we want to increase the depth of the squad. “But as well, we want to increase the quality and the skills that we need to go to the next step.” More

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    Gyokeres, Delap, Osimhen and Sesko: Man Utd, Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool in transfer battle for world’s best strikers

    AS the Premier League season comes to a close – the summer transfer sales open with strikers top of the shopping list.Champions Liverpool look to be in the market for a forward while Arsenal will feel that is the missing piece holding them back from a title charge.Chelsea’s Enzo Maresca and Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta will be in the market for a strikerCredit: GettyChelsea’s pursuit for a No9 never seems to end and once again they head into the summer looking for a reliable finisher. And Manchester United – who finished in an all-time low 15th in the Prem – are preparing for a complete squad overhaul. It will put every striker worth their salt in Europe on red alert with a big-money move awaiting any capable scorer. Viktor GyokeresThe 26-year-old Swede is one of the most in-demand forwards this summer – with the stats proving why. READ MORE IN football Gyokeres has notched 54 goals in 52 games, scoring 39 in just 33 league matches. Arsenal are leading the race for the 6ft 2in striker, who Sporting Lisbon rate at £60million, with talks progressing. United are also interested and Gyokeres was coached by Old Trafford boss Ruben Amorim at Sporting.But Arsenal as well as Chelsea are in stronger positions having qualified for Champions League football. Most read in FootballViktor Gyokeres is a top target for ArsenalCredit: RexLiam Delap The son of Stoke legend Rory looks almost certain to leave Ipswich following the Tractor Boys’ relegation. And per his release clause, Delap is available for a cut-price deal of £30m with Chelsea and United rivalling for his signature. The 22-year-old ended the season with 12 goals – all in the league – and impressed with his physicality and tenacity. Both Chelsea and United have held talks with the player, but as revealed by SunSport the Blues are confident in landing the deal. Enzo Maresca worked with Delap at City’s academy and the striker knows Chelsea’s recruitment director Joe Shields.Liam Delap is wanted by Chelsea and UnitedCredit: AFPVictor OsimhenThe Nigerian was once the most sought-after striker in the world after making his name with Napoli and helping them win the Serie A. But by the summer of 2024, new manager Antonio Conte dropped Osimhen in favour of Romelu Lukaku. Chelsea were close to signing the forward but Osimhen’s wages proved a stumbling block – one which could not be resolved. So the 26-year-old joined Galatasaray on loan and helped them to the title with 25 league goals in 29 games, ending the season scoring 36 in 40. That kind of form would attract attention from Europe’s elite but Osimhen looks set for a move to Saudi Arabia with Al-Hilal. Victor Osimhen looks set to move to SaudiCredit: GettyBenjamin SeskoThe 6ft 5in Slovenian is a top target for Arsenal, who have Sesko and Gyokeres on their wishlist. Sesko has 21 goals in 45 games this season – scoring 13 in 33 league matches. Noted for his height, heading ability and strength, the 21-year-old is seen as a good suit for English football. As revealed by SunSport, Sesko is rated as high as £86m by RB Leipzig but an offer of £60m could be enough. Chelsea are also interested – but have seen Timo Werner and Christian Nkunku arrive from Leipzig and fail to live up to expectations. Meanwhile United have also been tracking Sesko but are believed to have other targets – including Delap – prioritised. Benjamin Sesko is linked with Chelsea, United and ArsenalCredit: GettyHugo EkitikeThe Frenchman, 22, joined Frankfurt permanently from PSG last summer after spending the season beforehand on loan with the German club. Ekitike scored 22 in 48 games this term, managing 15 in 33 league matches. He stands 6ft 3in and has attracted attention from Chelsea of late, having also been linked with United and Arsenal in the past. But Frankfurt are holding out for £83.9m – meaning the Blues would likely try to strike a compromise with the Bundesliga outfit. Although the likes of Gyokeres, Delap and Sesko are all believed to be higher on Chelsea’s wishlist. Hugo Ekitike is a target for ChelseaCredit: GettyJulian AlvarezThe Argentine won two Premier League titles and the Champions League with City before joining Atletico Madrid last summer. Alvarez has 29 goals in 54 games this season with 17 coming in his 37 league appearances. The 25-year-old appears settled in the Spanish capital but has emerged as a potential target for Arsenal and Liverpool. But reports in Spain say Alvarez is not so keen on a move back to England having found his feet with Atletico. Julian Alvarez has shone for Atletico Madrid after joining from CityCredit: ReutersMoise KeanThe Italian has Prem experience with Everton which was lodged between loan moves to PSG and Juventus. He joined Juve in 2023 and moved to Fiorentina a year later – scoring 25 goals in 44 games – 19 in 32 league matches this season. United are believed to have added the 25-year-old to their transfer shortlist. Read More on The SunAnd the forward could emerge as an alternate signing for United if they struggle to land their top targets amid a lack of European football. Arsenal and Newcastle have also been linked in the past. Moise Kean has found form with FiorentinaCredit: Getty More

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    Arsenal ‘pushing hardest’ for Julian Alvarez transfer but face battle with Premier League rivals for ex-Man City star

    ARSENAL are reportedly exploring a deal to sign Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid this summer.The Gunners are keen to sign a striker as the final piece of their puzzle as they look to finally go one further than their three consecutive second placed finishes next season.Arsenal are reportedly keen on signing Julian AlvarezCredit: GettyAccording to Spanish outlet Marca, one of their preferred options at centre-forward is former Manchester City man Julian Alvarez.Alvarez, 25, joined Atletico Madrid last summer in a deal worth up to £80m.And the Argentine has had an impressive first campaign in Spain, scoring 29 goals and registering seven assists in all competitions this season.That effort has seen many top clubs begin to circle the World Cup winner, including Barcelona, Liverpool and Bayern Munich.READ MORE ON ARSENALBut Marca claim that Arsenal are “pushing hardest” of the interested clubs to convince Alvarez to jump ship.However, it won’t be easy to get a deal over the line with Atletico thought to be keen to keep hold of their star man and Alvarez seemingly happy to stay put too.Atletico boss Diego Simeone has said that Atletico “need” to keep hold of Alvarez, hinting that the club want to build around their star man to get the best out of him.He said: “We need Julian. He’s the one we wanted to find. Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The Emirates”He’s here, and I hope he’s happy to be on this team. We’re going to help him with everyone’s hard work to unleash his talent.”Arsenal may have to look elsewhere for a new front man if Atletico stand firm in their hopes to keep Alvarez at the Metropolitano Stadium.The Gunners have been linked with Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres and RB Leipzig talent Benjamin Sesko.Both forwards are seemingly available for transfer this summer and could be easier deals to get over the line for Mikel Arteta and the Arsenal hierarchy. More

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    Roma accuse former Premier League star, 25, of STRIKING two youth players in dressing room clash

    FORMER Aston Villa star Nicolo Zaniolo has been accused of STRIKING two Roma youngsters after their match with Fiorentina.Zaniolo, who is on loan at Fiorentina from Galatasaray, is said to have visited Roma’s dressing room after the semi-final of the Primavera youth league title play-off, which La Viola won 2-1.Fiorentina ace Nicolo Zaniolo has been accused of striking two Roma youth players after a play-off matchCredit: SHUTTERSTOCKThe former Aston Villa loanee has denied the allegationCredit: PAAnd Roma claim their former midfielder struck two of their youth team players after he “‘engaged in provocative behaviour”.The Serie A big boys said in a statement: “AS Roma announces that, following today’s match, a regrettable incident occurred involving player Nicolo Zaniolo.”According to initial reconstructions, the player allegedly entered the Primavera team’s dressing room after the match and engaged in provocative behaviour towards some of the Giallorossi youth players.”During the confrontation, two players from the Primavera squad were reportedly physically struck.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS”AS Roma cannot but firmly condemn any form of aggressive conduct or behaviour that does not align with the values of sport.”Italy international Zaniolo, who made 39 appearances for Aston Villa during a 2023/24 loan spell at Villa Park, has denied Roma’s accounts of the incident.The former Giallorossi star claims he was insulted after visiting his old dressing room and left after receiving a torrent of verbal abuse.He said: “At the end of the match, I went into the locker room to congratulate the Fiorentina lads, then passed through the Roma room to salute and compliment them on their season.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSNicolo Zaniolo spent the 2023/24 season on loan with Aston Villa and scored three goals in 39 appearances for the VillansCredit: GETTY”However, at a certain point, they started to insult me.”So at that stage, to avoid the situation degenerating, I preferred to simply leave.”Emi Martinez in tears as he waves goodbye to fans after Aston Villa’s final home gameZaniolo added another update today on Instagram, in which he apologised for his behaviour but denied being “physically aggressive”.In a statement he wrote: “I went there with the only intention of giving a positive message… Unfortunately, I was verbally provoked by a boy and, mistakenly, I lost my temper.”However, I would like to point out that the facts are far removed from what has been reconstructed and that on my part, apart from a verbal argument, there was no physically aggressive behaviour.”I want to apologise from the bottom of my heart for what happened yesterday. I know I reacted badly and I take responsibility for it.”Zaniolo joined Roma in the summer of 2018 from Inter Milan for a fee in the region of £4million.He’d spend four and a half seasons at the Stadio Olimpico – a stint which was blighted by injury – before a £13.5m move to Galatasaray in February 2023.Read More on The SunHe’d join Villa on loan six months later and would score three goals in his 39 appearances for the Brummie club.He started the 2024/25 season on loan at Atalanta but would end the campaign with Fiorentina, for whom he made 13 appearances in all competitions. More