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    Former Premier League manager Aidy Boothroyd, 54, reveals secret battle with Parkinson’s in emotional video message

    FORMER Premier League boss Aidy Boothroyd has opened up on his ongoing battle with Parkinson’s.Boothroyd, 54, released an emotional video and statement through the League Managers Association, revealing he has quietly been battling the disease for three years.Aidy Boothroyd has revealed that he is battling Parkinson’sCredit: GettyBoothroyd discussed his diagnosis in an emotional videoCredit: LMAA statement read: “Three years ago, I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s.“The news came as a massive shock to me, following what I expected to be my routine LMA Annual Health Assessment.“It has taken me time to feel ready to share my diagnosis, and I have found it difficult not being completely open with people.“Personally, my passion and love for coaching is as strong as ever, I am focusing on keeping physically fit, which is key to slowing down the progression of Parkinson’s.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“I am ready to start the next chapter in my life. I would like to thank the LMA and Parkinson’s UK for their support.”Boothroyd, who previously spent five years as head coach of the England U21 side, revealed that he was diagnosed in November 2021.And the retired defender recalled the shock of finding out that he has Parkinson’s.He said: “I didn’t know what to say. I didn’t really know what Parkinson’s was. I was in a position where I just kept thinking about my kids. I just wasn’t sure what was next.Most read in FootballBoothroyd managed England at U19, U20 and U21 levelCredit: PA:Empics SportAidy Boothroyd’s careerA brief look into the coaching career of Aidy Boothroyd…1. WatfordDates Managed: March 2005 – November 2008Games Played: 184Games Won: 75Boothroyd took over Watford in March 2005 and led them to promotion to the Premier League via the Championship play-offs in 2006. However, they were relegated after one season in the top flight. He left the club in November 2008.2. Colchester UnitedDates Managed: September 2009 – May 2010Games Played: 46Games Won: 14Boothroyd joined Colchester United in League One and managed them for less than a season. He left the club in May 2010 to take over at Coventry City.3. Coventry CityDates Managed: June 2010 – March 2011Games Played: 38Games Won: 10Boothroyd managed Coventry City in the Championship but was let go in March 2011.4. Northampton TownDates Managed: November 2011 – January 2014Games Played: 106Games Won: 38Boothroyd took charge of Northampton Town in League Two. He led them to the play-off final in the 2012–13 season.5. England U20sDates Managed: February 2015 – August 2016Games Played: 19Games Won: 8Boothroyd transitioned to international management with the England U20 team, working with young talent but achieving mixed results during his tenure.6. England U21sDates Managed: September 2016 – June 2021Games Played: 56Games Won: 34Boothroyd became manager of England’s U21 team, guiding them to the semi-finals of the 2017 UEFA European Under-21 Championship. However, his tenure ended in 2021 after poor performances in the 2021 tournament.7. Jamshedpur FCDates Managed: July 2022 – May 2022Games played: 24Games Won: 8Boothroyd left England to try his hand at management in the Indian top flight. He has since described it as “a brilliant experience and one that I’d recommend anybody to do”.Summary of Managerial Career Stats:Total Games Played: 449Total Games Won: 179″I was shocked. I was dumbstruck, really. I’ve kept very quiet about it. I wanted to do it.”Boothroyd explained how the disease has caused “facial masking”, a medical sign of Parkinson’s where sufferers are left with a reduced degree of facial expressions as facial muscles become stiff or less responsive.Tuchel will resist the temptation to make sweeping changes for England’s World Cup qualifier against LatviaHe added: “Probably the biggest one that I’ve noticed the most is facial masking. Facial masking is when the dopamine in the brain can’t always get to the body, particularly in the facial muscles. “My face could be, in my opinion, outwardly smiling, but actually it’s not doing that at all.”I’m absolutely convinced that this facial masking that I’ve had, if I’m going for an interview, people will then ask me questions. I’ve had people say to me, ‘are you alright? Is everything okay? You’re not your normal self.’ “I’ve had so many people say, you’re not your normal self. You’re a bit quiet, which is all part of the Parkinson’s. Nothing could be further from the truth.”I’m enthusiastic. I’m excited. I still enjoy the job and working with people. But that was a tough one to take.”The Bradford-born coach even opened up on how hard it has been to carry the burden of knowing his diagnosis without sharing it with so many people.He explained: “To be honest, it’s been a burden. It’s taken me three years to come to this position. “As I said earlier, I’ve got a lot of well wishes, a lot of people that are friends of mine that ask, ‘are you feeling okay Aidy?’Everything you need to know about Parkinson’sParkinson’s is a progressive neurological condition, meaning that it causes problems in the brain and gets worse over time. It affects around 153,000 people in the UK. People with Parkinson’s don’t have enough of the chemical dopamine because some of the nerve cells that make it have stopped working. This can cause a range of more than 40 symptoms, but the three main ones are:Tremor (shaking)Slow movementRigidity (muscle stiffness)Other common signs include:Mild memory and thinking problemsTrouble sleepingIssues with balance PainAnxiety and depression Shuffling walk with very small steps Difficulty making facial expressions Loss of sense of smell Problems peeing Constipation The four main ways of managing Parkinson’s include medication, staying active, exploring occupational therapy, physical therapy and speech and language therapy, and monitoring symptoms. Source: Parkinson’s UK and NHS”And having to carry that around with you, it’s tough. And it is a bit like my life’s been on hold. For all of us really, for my family, for my kids, people have just wanted to be helpful, and that’s great.”I don’t want to wallow, I don’t want pity. What I want is to get back on the pitch, or wherever it is I end up doing, whatever it is that I do. But I won’t let this define me.”I’ll continue, I’ll keep fit, I’ll do what I’ve got to do in the gym, and hopefully I can get a job with a purpose. “But for now, it’s about getting this off my chest, and see if I can help and bring awareness to more people about this condition.”LMA CEO Richard Bevan praised Boothroyd for displaying “incredible positivity, resolve and determination” since his diagnosis.Boothroyd has been without a managerial role since leaving Indian Super League side Jamshedpur FC in 2023.READ MORE SUN STORIESHis coaching career has seen him hold roles with Watford, Colchester, Coventry and Northampton Town – managing in every professional league in England.While his time with the FA saw him manage the Young Lions across U19, U20 and U21 levels.Boothroyd achieved promotion to the Premier League as Watford bossCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd More

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    Premier League referee salaries revealed as officials are controversially blocked from boosting earnings abroad

    PREMIER LEAGUE referees’ huge pay packets have been revealed – and show they are among the country’s top earners. Their salaries appear to reflect their growing status in the game and the increasing pressure they are under every week as billions watch worldwide.The salaries of Premier League referees has been revealedCredit: RexFigures provided by chief refereeing officer Howard Webb in a meeting of the 72 EFL clubs revealed what kind of money the Prem’s officials are pocketing, as reported by The Times.They showed that the average salary for a Premier League referee it between £170,000 and £180,000.While the top referees are earning around £250,000 per year.Officials are paid their salary at a base rate, which is then boosted by performance bonuses and match fees.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThat base rate ranges between £72,000 and £148,000, and varies according to experience and seniority in the role.Senior officials, such as Anthony Taylor and Michael Oliver, are likely to earn around £250,000 a year from their Premier League roles.While less-experienced refs, identified in ‘Select Group 1′, will earn closer to £125,000.When pension and national insurance contributions are factored in, it’s understood that the PGMOL averaged a total cost of £240,000 per referee. Most read in FootballBy comparison, the average salary for pilots and air traffic controllers is significantly less at £91,208.Chief refereeing officer Howard Webb revealed the figures in a meeting of the 72 EFL clubsCredit: PACASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSLyon manager Paulo Fonseca faces SEVEN-MATCH ban after squaring up to referee in incredible meltdownWhile chief executives (£81,328) , IT directors (£81,588) and specialist medical practitioners’ (£73,320) salaries are all dwarfed by the officials’ pay packets too.However, top city workers such as those in finance, insurance and lawyers can earn far more than the Prem’s referees.Officials can boost their earnings outside the Premier League too, with many of the top referees chosen to take charge of Uefa sanctioned games in the Champions League, Europa League and Conference League.While they can also officiate at Fifa-run events like the Club World Cup and the World Cup proper.A report last year claimed that referees in the Champions League are paid between £5,300 and £9,000 per game.And major tournaments like the World Cup have been reported to earn officials between £38,700 and £54,000 – before match bonuses are added.Outside of those organisations, Premier League officials will find it difficult to boost their incomes.That’s because the PGMOL have now effectively prevented officials from taking charge of matches in the Gulf states.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe decision came last year, after Michael Oliver, Darren England and Dan Cook officiated a match in the United Arab Emirates less than 48 hours before a shocking VAR mistake in Liverpool’s 2-1 defeat at Tottenham Hotspur last season.Concerns were voiced around how that looked for the Premier League given Manchester City’s United Arab Emirates ownership, and Newcastle United’s links to the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund.Officials failed to realise that Luis Diaz was onside during a clash between Liverpool and Tottenham last season More

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    Goalkeeper completely forgets where he is as Estonia score World Cup qualifying’s strangest goal

    MOLDOVA goalkeeper Andriy Kozhukhar may have committed the biggest blunder of the season during the international break.The Moldovan national team hosted Estonia in a World Cup qualifier on Tuesday at the Zimbru Stadium.Moldova goalkeeper Andriy Kozhukhar committed a massive blunder against EstoniaEstonia scored from a corner-kick after a header by Rauno SappinenThe ball went straight into Moldova keeper Kozhukhar’s arms, but there was a problemKozhukhar was standing behind his goal line and caused Estonia’s second goalThe hosts trailed 1-0 following Rasmus Peetson’s opener after just 19 minutes.That was after Moldova lost Maxim Cojocaru to a straight red card just five minutes into the match.And things got even worse for Serghei Clescenco’s side on the half-hour mark.Estonia got a corner-kick down the right and Kevor Palumets delivered a pinpoint cross into the box.Read More on FootballPalumets found Rauno Sappinen, whose header caught a tiny deflection off Oleg Reabciuk.The ball went straight into Kozhukhar’s arms, but there was a serious problem.The keeper apparently forgot where he was as he was standing BEHIND his goal line.The linesman quickly noticed the Veres Rivne ace’s unbelievable error and raised his flag.Most read in FootballBest new sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesThe referee also spotted that gaffe and immediately awarded Estonia their second goal of the night.Moldova went on to put up a fight but couldn’t save Kozhukhar’s blushes.Roy Keane leaves Ian Wright laughing after ITV pundit’s joke about Thomas Tuchel following England’s win over Latvia Estonia won the match 3-2 but also lost Palumets to a second yellow card on 48 minutes. More

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    Argentina HUMILIATE Brazil 4-1 with Emi Martinez even doing keepy ups in his own box in fiery World Cup qualifier

    EMI MARTINEZ did keepy ups in his own box as Argentina thrashed Brazil 4-1 last night.The fierce rivals met in a World Cup qualifier in Buenos Aires with bragging rights very much up for grabs.Emi Martinez performs keepy ups in his own box during the matchCredit: GettyArgentina stars celebrate their dominant victoryCredit: GettyTempers flared during and after the feisty matchCredit: GettyBrazil star Raphinha stoked tensions before the game by saying “f*** them” of his side’s rivals before adding: “We will beat them, no doubt.”The home side took the lead within five minutes, however, with Julian Alvarez squirming through two defenders before prodding the ball home.Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez made it 2-0 on 12 minutes, sneaking in at the back post to score following a neat move.Brazil got back into the contest in the 26th minute when Matheus Cunha caught Tottenham defender Cristian Romero dawdling on the ball, the Wolves forward pickpocketing his opponent before slotting beyond Martinez.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAlexis Mac Allister restored Argentina’s two-goal advantage before the break, the Liverpool star beating Brazil goalkeeper Bento to the ball to score.Tempers flared just moments later, with Nicolas Otamendi telling Raphinha to “talk less” as players shoved each other – and Vinicius Jr seemingly gesturing that he’s won two Champions Leagues.Fans also made X-rated chants directed at Barcelona winger Raphinha.Twenty minutes from time, Diego Simeone’s son Giuliano got in on the act by rifling the ball in from a tight angle.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKEnzo Fernandez celebrates his goalCredit: APMartinez, 32, had Argentine colours dyed in his hairCredit: GettyWith Brazil consigned to defeat late on Martinez, who had the Argentine colours dyed into his hair, playfully performed keepy ups in his own box.As Raphinha left the pitch at the end of the game he was bumped by Martinez, with Romero playing peacekeeper as his opponent looked to confront the goalkeeper.Argentina players celebrate humiliating rivals Brazil in World Cup qualifier The reigning world champions trounced Brazil without talisman Lionel Messi.And after the match, Alvarez cheekily claimed: “Maybe with Leo Messi on the pitch we might have scored two or three more goals.”Brazil defender Marquinhos admitted that the match had been “embarrassing”.The PSG stalwart told Brazilian TV: “What we did here today can’t happen again.”It’s hard to talk about it in the heat of the moment… It’s embarrassing.”We started the game very badly, far below what we could do and they’re on a great run of confidence. They knew how to play smart … I’m sorry for our fans.”Brazil have won just seven out of 16 matches under boss Dorival Jr.But Marquinhos refused to blame his under-fire coach.’WE HAVE TO SHARE THE BLAME’The 30-year-old added: “It’s not just the coach’s fault… It’s the players’ fault too.”There’s no secret formula in football where you make a choice and it works out. We can all do better. We have to share the blame.”It’s about understanding the moment and being humble.”READ MORE SUN STORIESArgentina have already qualified for next year’s World Cup with four matches to spare.Brazil, meanwhile, still have work to do – sitting six points above seventh-placed Venezuela with 12 left to play for.Raphinha found himself in the thick of the actionCredit: APThe Barcelona winger’s pre-match comments did not go unnoticedCredit: AP More

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    Diego Maradona’s bodyguard who was with legend on day he died ARRESTED in ‘house of horrors’ case over star’s death

    DIEGO Maradona’s former bodyguard has been arrested in the investigation into the player’s death.His final days have been described in court as a “House of Horrors”, and now Julio Cesar Coria — who worked closely with Diego — has been detained after a dramatic twist in the trial of seven medics accused over the star’s care.Diego Maradona’ s former bodyguard, Julio Cesar Coria (R), has been arrested on suspicion of perjuryThe Argentinian star died in November 2020Credit: GettyCoria is escorted at the San Isidro court in San Isidro, Buenos Aires provinceCredit: AFPA trial over Maradona’s death involved the chief prosecutor showing the court a very graphic image of the footballerCredit: Canal CBAProsecutor Patricio Ferrari accused Coria of lying under oath, prompting trial judges to order his immediate arrest.He had given evidence as a witness at the ongoing trial, which started on March 11 and is set to continue until the summer.Coria, 48, had worked with Maradona for five years and was with him at the house in Tigre, near Buenos Aires, where he died of heart failure on November 25, 2020.He attempted mouth-to-mouth resuscitation as the Napoli star lay unresponsive in bed.Read more on Maradona’s trialCoria had been called as a witness due to his close relationship with the star – but Ferrari told the court he falsely claimed he hadn’t spoken to Diego’s doctor, Leopoldo Duque, before the death and wasn’t a friend of his.WhatsApp messages revealed the pair had discussed Maradona’s health and even arranged a barbecue.Coria also reportedly failed to mention in his initial statement that psychiatrist Agustina Cosachov had attempted CPR — only to later claim she had on the witness stand.Judges ordered his arrest following a brief recess.Most read in FootballHe was later seen being driven away in a patrol car, handcuffed in the back seat.Luque, Cosachov, and five other health workers are on trial for homicide with possible intent, a charge carrying up to 25 years behind bars.Diego Maradona’s daughter fights back tears as she says family live in fear of mafia ahead of trial into his death They include nurses Ricardo Almiron, Nancy Forlini, and Mariano Perroni; psychologist Carlos Diaz; and doctor Pedro Di Spagno.An eighth person, nurse Gisella Dahiana Madrid, will be tried separately later this year.The case was initially treated as manslaughter, but was reclassified to homicide after a damning medical board report found Maradona’s team had acted “inadequately, deficiently and recklessly.”To convict, the court must find the medics acted in a way they knew could kill — and did nothing to stop it.Ferrari told the court at the start of their trial Diego spent the last days of his life in a ‘House of Horrors’ after he left hospital and agreed to home care.During opening arguments, Ferrari held up a photo of Maradona lying in bed with a bloated stomach under a lifted black T-shirt and told the courtroom: “This is the way he died.”Luque, who denies wrongdoing, broke down in tears days after Maradona’s shock death following a search of his home near Buenos Aires.He claimed: “If I’m responsible for anything when it comes to Diego, it was loving him, caring for him, improving his life to the end and extending it.”Doctor Leopoldo Luque (C) during the trial for the death of Diego MaradonaCredit: APPsychologist Carlos Angel Diaz (C-R) during the trial at the San Isidro courtCredit: AFPAfter his death, it emerged Maradona had been buried without his diseased heart – which, at 503 grams, weighed almost double that of a normal heart for a man his age.Doctor and journalist Nelson Castro said at the time part of the reason had been to prevent obsessed fans from stealing it.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe first court session was streamed live online but it was subsequently decided not to continue with that policy.Maradona’s daughter Jana today told the court during her evidence her sisters Dalma and Gianinna had wanted to get their dad admitted to a clinic before his death but said Leopoldo Luque had rejected the idea.Fans crowding next to the hearse carrying the late football legend Diego Armando MaradonaCredit: AFPMaradona’s daughters Dalma and Gianinna, arriving at the courthouse on March 11, 2025Credit: Getty More

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    Arsenal’s Martin Zubimendi deal ‘faces being hijacked by Real Madrid with £50m transfer plotted’

    ARSENAL’S bid for Martin Zubimendi is at risk of being hijacked by Real Madrid.The Gunners have been keeping tabs on Real Sociedad star Zubimendi, 26, ever since last year when they tried to lure him away from Spain.Arsenal’s bid for Real Sociedad star Martin Zubimendi could be hijacked by Real MadridCredit: GettySociedad star Zubimendi has also been linked with LiverpoolCredit: RexThe North Londoners are going toe to toe with Premier League rivals Liverpool for the midfielder’s signature – with the midfielder having dramatically snubbed the champions-elect last summer.Now, according to El Partidazo de COPE, Arsenal – and the Reds for that matter – are now facing serious competition from Real who are pushing hard for the Spain international’s signature.As per the same source, Zubimendi’s agent is listening to offers ahead of the summer transfer window.And Real president Florentino Perez is making his move as he understands his team’s advantage.Read More on ArsenalThe reigning European champions can guarantee the talented Spaniard Champions League football next season as well as silverware in the near future.Sociedad, on the other hand, are 12th in Laliga with 17 points separating them from the top four.This comes after Imanol Alguacil’s side were eliminated from the Europa League in the Last 16 by Manchester United.Real are more than willing to meet Zubimendi’s €60million (£50m) release clause and the potential arrival of Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso in the dugout will have no affect regarding their plans.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The EmiratesThe same report claims the final decision now lies on the defensive midfielder.Zubimendi is highly rated and has been compared to Chelsea and Real legend Claude Makelele, Barcelona hero Sergio Busquets and Manchester City star Rodri.Myles Lewis-Skelly lost for words after finding out he has broken England recordArsenal and Liverpool were very keen to sign him last summer but he was persuaded to remain at his beloved Sociedad by manager Alguacil and sporting director Roberto Olabe.The pair prepared a presentation and pulled on the player’s San Sebastian heartstrings with pictures of his favourite local tapas restaurants and mountain hikes he enjoys in the Basque Country.The talented No6 has amassed a total of two goals and two assists in 38 appearances this season. More

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    Emma Louise Jones launches ‘helpline for DM deviants’ as BBC presenter reads out inappropriate messages from fans

    EMMA LOUISE JONES had fun making a serious point – by launching an Instagram helpline group for “DM deviants”.The popular sports presenter mocked fans who sent inappropriate messages – but offered advice on how they can improve their behaviour.Emma Louise Jones delivered a powerful messageCredit: https://www.instagram.com/eljonesuk/?hl=en-gbThe broadcaster blended mockery with a more earnest noteCredit: https://www.instagram.com/eljonesuk/?hl=en-gbThe social media star revealed some of the shocking stuff she has to deal with online, particularly in direct messages (DMs).And she won praise from her followers for the innovative way she has chosen to deal with it.With an office for her support group in the background, Jones posted a jokey video which she rounded off with words of wisdom.And some DMs she shared showed why she treats the matter gravely.READ MORE SPORT NEWSThe Leeds supporter, best known for her BBC and Raceday TV work, did end up admitting her new helpline was fake and just for fun.But she equally confirmed that her point was important, especially by sharing some DM examples.Jones opened the video by saying: “Very first DM helpline help group.”She then added the caption: “Introducing you all to the DM Helpline Help group.Most read in FootballShe’s previously also shared some of her rare wardrobe problemsCredit: Instagram / @eljonesukBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”A weekly session for all our DM deviants. Dave, Ian, Simon…See you next week. *This is not a real help group.”Next came a selection of the unwanted messages she gets.BBC presenter Emma Louise Jones stuns in low cut dress as she shows off ‘new talent’ to adoring fansOne read: “Can I lick ur m****”.Jones commented light-heartedly on the punctuation by saying: “It isn’t the lack of a question mark that is the issue.”She also joked that using m**** rather than vagina didn’t stop the message “still being inappropriate”.But after teasing the authors of those messages, Jones was then deadly earnest.She said: “Because we don’t send vulgar messages like this to women on the internet, you wouldn’t say it in real life.”And she finished the video with some advice.She added: “Next week we’re going to discuss why women don’t want to see your penis in their DMs.”In the meantime, get yourselves outside, touch some grass and stay off your phones.”Jones’ online fans believe she hit the right note with her presentation.One wrote: “Love this, you are a superstar Jones.”READ MORE SUN STORIESAnother added: “You’ve got a great way of doing this.”And a third wrote: “Well done Emma for putting your point across using wit and intelligence.”She wore this impressive outfit to horse racing at YorkCredit: INSTAGRAM @eljonesuk More

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    Inside Ruben Amorim’s long ball revolution as big money Man Utd star is ordered to completely change his game

    IN THE modern game, it seems all the best teams play out from the back.But Ruben Amorim is going the other way – by getting his goalkeeper to hoof it long.Andre Onana is being asked to kick the ball long moreCredit: ReutersRuben Amorim has clearly identified it as a new tacticCredit: EPAAndre Onana was signed from Inter in 2023 due to his ability to play out from the back.Yes, there have been some high-profile blunders along the way.But by and large, Onana is confident with the ball at his feet.However, the stats show he is being asked to kick it long far more – that passing short when under pressure is simply not worth the risk.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSAfter all, United have lost the ball 142 times in their own defensive third this season – the sixth-most of the 20 top-flight teams. As reported by The Athletic, Opta stats show only five goalkeepers have done more “launches” in the Premier League this season.A “launch” is defined as a high ball – 40 yards of longer – into space or an area for players to chase or challenge. Of those, only Dean Henderson has completed fewer than Onana’s 25.8 per cent of 380 punts upfield. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSOnana – a transfer target for Saudi Arabia – played most of his passes short in Amorim’s first game in charge, against Ipswich in November.And even against Everton on February 22, he only made three launches.Roy Keane fears Man Utd will get WORSE and reveals biggest red flag that could spell the end for Ruben AmorimBut when United faced Arsenal on March 9, a team who press more than Everton, the Cameroonian stopper produced a whopping 29, the most under Amorim. He has now averaged 20.4 launched passes in United’s last five matches – as opposed to six per game in the early days of Amorim’s reign. In February, Amorim insisted he is not too regimented and set in his ways – and may have had his arm somewhat twisted by Lisandro Martinez’s injury. The Portuguese said: “It’s not that I won’t adapt. “We adapt. “Sometimes we have short goal kicks and then sometimes long balls, because the opponent is pressing a lot. “I try to adapt to the players we have.”But are the long balls working? Well, not massively.READ MORE SUN STORIESUnderfiring strikers Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee have won just 22 and 29 per cent of their aerial duels this season – a drop on previous campaigns.And Alejandro Garnacho, often a target for Onana’s hopeful kicks out wide, wins just nine per cent of his aerial challenges, one of the worst figures in the division for wingers. Joshua Zirkzee and Rasmus Hojlund have struggled to retain possession from the long ballsCredit: GettyAlejandro Garnacho wins just nine per cent of his aerial duelsCredit: ReutersOnana was brought in because of his ability to play out from the backCredit: GettyThis is a far more common sight in recent matchesCredit: Getty More