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    Erling Haaland’s life off the pitch with staggering fortune, £6m Marbella mansion, luxury car collection and devoted Wag

    ERLING HAALAND just got that much richer.The Norwegian hotshot, 24, has inked a new 10-year deal with Man City that will net him £260million.Erling Haaland is signed a staggering 10-year deal with Man City worth £260millionCredit: GETTYHaaland’s enviable lifestyle includes this £6m Marbella mansionHaaland shares his life with partner Isabel Haugseng JohansenCredit: EPAAstonishingly, the numbers add up to £500,000-per-week, or £26million annually.Already, Haaland has amassed a fortune north of £60million.It has allowed him to live a life of luxury, from splashing out £6million for a holiday home in Marbella to driving a £300,000 Rolls-Royce Cullinan.And the striker is happily settled with girlfriend Isabel Haugseng Johansen.Read more in footballThe lovebirds became parents in December for the first time.SunSport takes a look at Haaland’s epic lifestyle that can only get better.PropertyThis month, Haaland put down some roots in the UK.After initially renting a luxury apartment in the city centre, he splashed the cash on a new Cheshire mansion – close to teammate Jack Grealish.Most read in FootballThe six-bedroom property was bought with peace and quiet in mind.Erling Haaland signs stunning nine-and-a-half-year Man City contract and ‘one of sport’s most lucrative contracts ever’ A source told The Sun: “Erling spent a couple of years living in the city centre and loved it, but he’s been keen to get his own place and put down some roots.“He wants somewhere peaceful where he can relax off the pitch and enjoy a quieter time as he is very recognisable so going out in Manchester was becoming difficult for him.“Jack moved out a year ago and Erling is a frequent visitor.”He likes the area so started looking and found the perfect place.“The bonus is that it’s just down the road from Jack, so they can still spend time together off the pitch.”Overseas, Haaland boasts a property in Marbella’s ‘Golden Mile’.The £6million villa has several spacious bedrooms, large living rooms, a pool, sauna and huge garage.The Haaland family are said to have invested in the area – with dad Alf Inge also owning a holiday home there.As well as places in the UK and Spain, Erling is also believed to own a £2.6million apartment in Oslo – attached to the 5-star Sommerro Hotel.Haaland’s £6m villa in Marbella boasts several spacious bedroomsA spacious living room is perfect for Haaland to lounge around inThe kitchen is well-equipped with its on island perfect for dining onThe property boasts a gym and sauna roomCar collectionBefore signing a new deal with the club, City paid Haaland around £375,000-per week.That allowed him to build a mega car collection.A Rolls-Royce Cullinan is the most lavish he owns – costing £300,000.He has also been seen behind the wheel of a Range Rover Sport and Audi RS6 Avant, both costing £120,000.His cheapest ride is a £90,000 Mercedes-AMG GLE Coupe.While on a preseason jaunt to Monaco, he was spotted being driven around in a beautiful Ferrari Monza worth £1.3million.Haaland has a car collection to envyCredit: The Mega AgencyThe most expensive car Haaland has is a £300,000 Rolls-Royce CullinanHaaland is also said to have a top of the range Range Rover sport costing £120,000Credit: GettyHaaland’s cheapest car is a Mercedes AMG GLE Coupe worth around £90,000read more sport featuresRomantic lifeHaaland’s girlfriend is longterm pal, Isabel Haugseng Johansen.They met each other when they were kids, who shared a mutual interest in the beautiful game and played for Byrne.Like Haaland, she too was an aspiring footballer in her youth who dreamed of becoming pro.In a rare interview, she recalled: “We were just kids, kicking a ball around without a care in the world.”They soon became close friends.She continued: “We were inseparable on the pitch.”We didn’t know it back then, but those moments were the foundation of something much bigger.”The two reportedly began dating when Haaland’s career took off at RB Salzburg.She has since followed him to Dortmund and Manchester, as his career has progressed.Haaland and Isabel were longterm pals before they got togetherCredit: GettyIsabel and Haaland played football together in NorwayCredit: GettyIsabel has been with Haaland all the way as he has enjoyed success on the pitchCredit: Richard Pelham / The SunIsabel welcomed Haaland’s child in DecemberThey have remained fiercely quiet about their romance, although he hinted he was about to become a father in October.After scoring a brace for Norway, he tucked the ball underneath his shirt.Last month, it was manager Pep Guardiola who revealed Erling had welcomed a child.After scoring, following a run of five games without a goal, Pep said in his interview: “Sometimes, Erling has been judged badly but it’s part of football.“He’s tired, he’s played a lot of minutes.“He’s become a father for the first time in the last few days, a lot of emotions and an exciting few days for him.”DietBuilt like a brick wall and standing as tall as one, Haaland fuels his body like a caveman.He has a unique diet, unlike any footballer we’ve ever seen, and is more akin to Silence of the Lambs serial killer, Hannibal Lecter Haaland shared what he puts into his body on a Norwegian documentary series.Showing off huge chunks of heart and liver from his butcher, he says:“You (other people) don’t eat this, but I am concerned with taking care of my body.Haaland appeared on a Norwegian documentary discussing his dietSuperfit Haaland doesn’t eat like your average footballerHaaland feasts like a caveman eating heart and liver“I think eating quality food that is as local as possible is the most important.“People say meat is bad for you but which? The meat you get at McDonald’s?“Or the local cow eating grass right over there? I eat the heart and the liver.”Heart and liver are superfoods rich in vitamin B, iron, phosphorus and copper and magnesium.In Haaland: The Big Decision filmed ahead of his move from Borussia Dortmund to City, the £375,000-a-week ace adds: “The first thing I do in the morning is to get some sunlight in my eyes — it is good for circadian rhythm.“I have also started to filtrate my water a bit. I think it can have great benefits for my body.”TechSelf-maintenance, alongside his 6,000 calories-a-day diet, are what keep Haaland at the top of his game.He is a fan of ice baths and even has a £50,000 cryotherapy chamber at his Cheshire mansion.And he is also a fan of red-light therapy beds that cost around £15,000.Haaland is a fan red-light therapyRed-light therapy beds cost up to £15,000Haaland has signed up to star for Man City until he’s 34Credit: APThe therapy uses infrared rays to penetrate deep into tissues and joints.READ MORE SUN STORIESExperts recommend a five-minute session before workouts to help prevent injuries, and then a further one of up to 20 minutes afterwards to aid muscle recovery.Despite loving red, though, blue is clearly still his colour – thanks to that longterm deal. More

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    Ruben Amorim disagrees with Paul Scholes’ assessment of Man Utd live on TV after win over Southampton

    RUBEN Amorim rejected Paul Scholes’ assessment of Manchester United’s performance against Southampton on live TV.Scholes suggested a “lack of enthusiasm” among United’s squad, who needed Amad Diallo’s 12-minute hat-trick snatch a 3-1 victory.Ruben Amorim rejected Paul Scholes’ assessment of Manchester UnitedCredit: X / footballontntScholes suggested to Amorim that United stars showed a lack of ‘enthusiasm’ against SouthamptonCredit: X / footballontntBut Amorim disagreed with Scholes’ verdict, citing a lack of speed insteadCredit: X / footballontntAmorim joined Scholes pitch-side to dissect Man Utd’s late comeback against the Saints, who have won one Prem game this season.TNT Sports pundit Scholes began: “I think you’d have been looking for a bit more of that mentality, that strength, almost enthusiasm for the game tonight which wasn’t quite there again for 70/75 minutes.”Amorim quickly disagreed and defended his side, explaining: ”I want to be fair with my players, today wasn’t a lack of enthusiasm.”It was a lack of speed and sometimes control of the game. It’s not just being tired but playing in this stadium we lost the last three games here and the pressure is different.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”We try to press the opponent in build-up and you can feel the difficulties. They creates us a lot of problems between the lines. “We have difficulties in pressing high in the moment, this team is not used to doing that. “It seems like a lack of enthusiasm, Manuel Ugarte is late, Kobbie Mainoo is late, Bruno Fernandes going outside and the ball is inside, then one transition and Leny Yoro can’t catch the guy.”These small things push the team behind and then we get nervous without the ball. Then when you have one click, one goal, one opportunity you feel like the team can control the game better.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSouthampton were dangerous for large swathes of the game as the hosts struggled to contain Kamaldeen Sulemana, Tyler Dibling and Mateus Fernandes. Scholes felt that his former side had been outclassed and that Amorim must be seething at the performance. Paul Scholes lays into Sir Jim Ratcliffe for ‘having the cheek’ to introduce ‘ridiculous’ Man Utd’s ticket prices The United icon said: “For 80 minutes that’s as bad as a performance as you’ll see, especially against a team who were bottom of the league.”For 80 minutes Southampton were so much better than Manchester United, passing the ball, technically, tactically. Amad was the one bright spark. Man United were really poor. “The control when it came in to Rasmus Hojlund so poor at times, he kept giving it back to them. “Southampton were on a different level. It’s solely because of Amad that United won the game, rest of the players, [take a] long hard look at yourself.”United played 120 minutes in their FA Cup third-round victory over Arsenal at the Emirates, before beating the Gunners 5-3 on penalties. Yoro, who came on during extra-time on Sunday and scored the third penalty in the shootout, had a nightmare against Southampton.READ MORE SUN STORIESSulemana gave him the run-around for most of the game, while Kyle Walker-Peters at left wing back also caused issues for the 19-year-old.On TNT Sports commentary Ally McCoist said of Yoro: “He is getting absolutely smashed to smithereens tonight, the poor lad.”Saints forward Sulemana tormented Yoro for 70 minutesCredit: RexHat-trick hero Amad Diallo was the one bright spark, according to ScholesCredit: Rex More

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    Man Utd ‘hopeful’ of completing Viktor Gyokeres transfer in bitter blow to Premier League rivals Arsenal

    MANCHESTER UNITED are optimistic about their prospects of signing Viktor Gyokeres this summer, according to reports.The Red Devils are eager to strengthen their front line ahead of next term.Viktor Gyokeres has been linked with a move away from SportingCredit: RexGyokeres, 26, excelled under United boss Ruben Amorim at Sporting CP.And according to the Independent, Red Devils chiefs are “hopeful” that they can reunite the pair at the end of the season.To do so, United may well have to beat off strong competition from Arsenal.The Gunners are keen to sign a prolific striker and could even try to move for one this month following the ACL injury suffered last weekend by Gabriel Jesus.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLGyokeres is admired by figures within the London club, however Sporting would rather sell at the end of the season.The Swede is said to possess a release clause worth under £100million.It’s claimed that he would “love” to work with Amorim again as the Portuguese attempts to take United into a successful new era.In addition to Gyokeres, Arsenal are also said to hold interest in Benjamin Sesko and Evan Ferguson.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSSesko, 21, has scored eight Bundesliga goals for RB Leipzig so far this season.While Ferguson, 20, has struggled for game time at Brighton, starting just two Premier League games under Fabian Hurzeler.Inside Viktor Gyokeres’ glamorous life, from dating fellow footballer and actress to luxury holidays around worldParis Saint-Germain star Randal Kolo Muani is expected to join Juventus in the coming days.This could see forward Dusan Vlahovic become available towards the end of the window.Arsenal previously held a strong interest in the Serbian striker.But that interest is said to have cooled in recent years.Evan Ferguson has not had much game time this seasonCredit: Getty More

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    Arsenal interested in signing wonderkid dubbed ‘next Martin Odegaard’ in brutal blow to Man Utd after years of scouting

    ARSENAL have reportedly entered the race to sign Sverre Nypan, who has been dubbed the “next Martin Odegaard.”The 18-year-old midfielder is said to have caught the eye of several European clubs with a string of impressive displays for Rosenborg.Arsenal have reportedly entered the race to sign Rosenborg’s Sverre NypanCredit: ALAMYThe 18-year-old has been dubbed the “next Martin Odegaard”Credit: GETTYManchester United are reportedly one of the teams interested in acquiring the teenager’s services.The Red Devils are said to have scouted Nypan – who is represented by Erling Haaland’s agent – Rafaela Pimenta – for several years.But according to The Telegraph, Arsenal are now “interested” in snapping him up.The north Londoners could land the teenager – who is regarded by many to be one of the best young talents in Europe – for the cut-price fee of £10million.READ MORE ARSENAL NEWSNypan is aware of teams’ reported interest in signing him but has so far remained coy on his future.When asked about a potential January exit, he told TV2:“I don’t know – we’ll see.“[Rumours] have been going on for a while.”You don’t get completely used to it but I am starting to a little.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSArsenal player ratings vs TottenhamBy Dan KingARSENAL came from behind to defeat Tottenham 2-1 in the North London derby. Son Heung-Min had given the visitors the lead in the 25th minute against the run of play.But as they have done so often, the Gunners scored from a corner as Gabriel Magalhaes’ header was bundled in as an own goal by Dominic Solanke.Leandro Trossard then put the home side ahead on the stroke of half-time with an fine finish.Here’s how the players rated…David Raya – 6Spectator until kept out Kulusevski shot midway through first half, then beaten by deflection for Son goal. Didn’t make a save in second half.Jurrien Timber – 6Solid enough defensively to keep Son Heung-Min mostly quiet but less sure of himself going forward, wasting good chances to cross.William Saliba – 6Untroubled until Son’s shot went in off him. Started second half hesitantly but kept his concentration to minimise Tottenham openings.Gabriel Magalhaes – 8Brilliant interception to deny Solanke then decisive at other end to force equaliser. Excellent against Solanke twice more in calm and steadfast second half.Myles Lewis-Skelly – 8Fine pass to play in Sterling set tone for excellent, mature, all-round display from second youngest Arsenal player to start a North London derby.Thomas Partey – 7Strong presence who won the ball back well, not least ahead of Arsenal’s second goal. But sometimes looked vulnerable to Spurs’ pace on break.Declan Rice – 7Covered lots of ground and finally found a good set-piece delivery to create equaliser. Still not quite at his best, but much closer.Raheem Sterling – 5Saw plenty of ball, but with little end product, including golden chances at start of both halves. Curiously reluctant to take on his man. Deservedly hooked.Martin Odegaard – 6Prompted and probed without finding killer pass but released Trossard for second goal. Missed chance to make it 3-1, fewer signs of return to form than Rice.Leandro Trossard – 6Frustrated home fans with lack of killer instinct and poor decisions until he fired Arsenal in front. Did little after break to merit staying on for so long.Kai Havertz – 4Barely involved first half apart from nicking ball off Spurs keeper Kinsky. Headed wide from close range early in second. Nothing coming off for him.SUBSGabriel Martinelli (for Sterling, 61) – 5Slow to get up to speed and contributed little apart from one penetrating run into the box and a blocked shot.Kieran Tierney (for Trossard, 77) – 6Brought on to shore things up and did it well enough.Oleksandr Zinchenko (for Lewis-Skelly, 87) – 6Useful legs for dying minutes, almost created chance.Mikel Merino (for Rice, 87) – 6Good booking to stop Solanke getting away in stoppage time.Nypan scored eight goals in 33 appearances for Rosenborg in the 2024 season, in which he also provided ten assists.He has a total of 15 goals and 11 assists to his name in 60 appearances for the Norwegian giants.Mikel Arteta hails ‘sensational’ Arsenal after comeback win over Tottenham It’s unclear whether Gunners boss Mikel Arteta will move for Nypan before the window closes early next month, although the Spaniard is looking to bring in attacking reinforcements.When asked if he’s hoping to make some additions to his squad this month, he told TNT Sports: “Yes, for sure.”Because we lost two big players – Bukayo [Saka], who could be out for up to three months.”And then Gabby [Gabriel Jesus], who will be out for a long, long, long time.”We are going to try [in this window] for sure. We are actively looking.”We will try. Let’s see what we can get.”Mikel Arteta hopes to bring in some reinforcements before the transfer window closesCredit: REX More

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    ‘It never happens.. it’s illogical’ – Van Persie under fire as bizarre tactical decision backfires in cup KO vs amateurs

    ROBIN VAN PERSIE was left scrambling to explain a baffling tactical decision after his side were dumped out of the KNVB Cup by a team of AMATEURS.Heerenveen, ninth in the Dutch top-flight, were 2-1 up against minnows Quick Boys in the last 16 of the national cup with just ten minutes to play.Robin van Persie made an ‘illogical’ tactical decision which backfired as his Heerenveen side were KO’d from the KNVB Cup against amateur side Quick BoysCredit: RexVan Persie brought on 6ft 8in Andries Noppert, who gave away a penalty and conceded two goals after being brought on in the 80th minuteCredit: EPABut, bizarrely, the former Manchester United and Arsenal striker opted to bring on a new goalkeeper for the final ten minutes.Mickey van der Hart had looked solid between the sticks for the first 80 minutes of the match, only for Van Persie to bring on Andries Noppert.Despite boasting five Holland caps, Noppert, 30, has only played 76 club matches in his career and hadn’t played since November.And one of the sub goalkeeper’s first touches of the ball was picking the ball out of the net, too, after an error led to him giving away a penalty.READ MORE SPORT STORIESHe then let in an 105th-minute goal as Heerenveen were dumped out of the cup by their amateur opponents.Van Persie attempted to explain his decision to bring on the 6ft 8in stopper, saying: “I looked at the time left to play, the score and what they were going to do…”They were going to play 3-3-4, with two towering strikers. I expected a lot of crosses.”I looked at what we needed as a team. And that was Andries.”Most read in FootballBest new sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesHowever, the former striker admitted his decision backfired drastically.Van Persie added: “It almost never happens in football, so I understand that it feels illogical to people.How did you get this’ – Aaron Ramsey left stunned as details of Arsenal bust-up with Robin van Persie leaked”But the fact that it almost never happens was no reason for me not to do this, and we have discussed this often with Mickey and Andries in recent months.”When asked if lack of match practice hindered Noppert, Van Persie replied: “That could be possible…”But on the other hand, I don’t think it was a penalty and with that other goal it was also difficult for Andries to do something. “You can think of all kinds of reasons why that substitution was not a good choice. But I mainly look at why it was a good choice.”Andries Noppert brought down an attacker in the box and conceded the resulting penalty as part of his nightmare cameoCredit: RexNoppert admitted he was “ashamed” of his role in the defeat, adding: “I had the feeling that I touched the ball and that it was not a penalty.”‘But it happened to me. This is unacceptable and a disgrace. I should be ashamed.”Then you look for excuses. I have to look at myself first. I was given the chance to show myself. If that doesn’t work, then it’s your own fault.”It’s a big man’s world. I can only blame myself for this.”After the shock result, Quick Boy’s match-winner Levi van Duijn claimed Van Persie’s experiment was “doomed to fail”.READ MORE SUN STORIESVan Persie has guided Heerenveen to ninth in the 18-team Eredivisie this season with seven wins from 18 league matches.However, he was also in charge for the 9-1 destruction at the hands of AZ in September. More

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    Moment mouse is spotted at Old Trafford during Man Utd’s win over Southampton as fans fume ‘this is disgusting’

    A MOUSE was spotted at Old Trafford during Manchester United’s late comeback win over Southampton.The discovery was made by a fan sitting in the East End, who shared a video to a popular social media account.A supporter posted this video from Old TraffordCredit: X @AmorimBalllA field mouse was stuck at the back of a seat in frontThe video has been viewed more than 4,000 times and countingUnited, who were 10 minutes away from the embarrassment of losing to Southampton at home before Amad Diallo’s 12-minute hat-trick, disgusted fans in more ways than one.During last night’s match, an X account user claimed that a “rat is at Old Trafford. Yes it’s real 😅.”Attached was a video of a field mouse stuck between the concrete floor and the back of a seat in front.It showed an empty pitch, leaving many to speculate that it was taken before the game or at half-time.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe fan didn’t alert those around them in the clip, but thought it was best saved for social media.The video has been viewed more than 4,000 times,with one fan writing: “This is disgusting!”Another fan wrote: “So gross 🤢”, while a third said: “It’s all falling, reset everything from the start.”Meanwhile a rodent was seen scurrying across United’s pitch, with Saints keeper Aaron Ramsdale spotted in the far distance.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSManchester United declined to comment when approached by SunSport.It’s believed the rodent problem stems from Old Trafford being squeezed between a railway line and a canal.OLD TRAFFORD STADIUM VT YOUTUBE masterAmad Diallo’s quickfire hat-trick snatched victory away from SouthamptonCredit: RexIt comes after The Mail reported a mice infestation at Old Trafford in December.Rodent droppings were reportedly found in food kiosks and plush suites during a hygiene inspection.While more were unearthed during checks of a ground-level corporate suite.As a result, United’s hygiene rating dropped from four to two stars at the end of 2024.In November, fans spotted a dead rat in a puddle under a seat.The club have now been ordered to make drastic improvements to bring up their hygiene rating.A club spokesperson previously addressed how they are trying to combat their rodent problem, stating in December: “Manchester United implements a robust pest-control system throughout Old Trafford.”Multiple weekly checks are made in all catering areas and stringent measures are taken to ensure levels of hygiene and cleanliness are high wherever food is stored, prepared and served.”If incidences of this nature do occur at the stadium, immediate and appropriate action is taken.”The shocking discovery comes just one year after the Red Devils were given a ONE-star hygiene ratings by inspectors.United’s hygiene rating has plummeted once againOld Trafford’s plumbing has also been a problemOne game saw a torrent of water stream down from the roofSunSport revealed guests were allegedly served raw chicken during an event at Old Trafford and subsequently became ill.United only gained their recent four-star rating in November.And the rodent incident is a setback in their quest to regain their status as the league’s top club.Fans have long thought the Theatre of Dreams could do with a lick of paint, with the ancient arena even leaking water during a recent press conference with manager Ruben Amorim.It comes after water has been seen flooding down from a damaged roof at recent games.READ MORE SUN STORIESRatcliffe is now hoping to build a new £2billion mega stadium while revamping the surrounding area.The Red Devils sit 12th in the table after just seven wins in 21 games this term. More

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    Thierry Henry lined up for return to management after boss who had row with Thibaut Courtois is sacked

    THIERRY HENRY is a contender to land the Belgium national team job, according to reports.The position has been made vacant after Domenico Tedesco was sacked.Thierry Henry managed France at the Olympics last summerCredit: ReutersDomenico Tedesco has been sacked by BelgiumCredit: AFPTedesco, 39, had been in charge of the Belgian Red Devils since 2023.He guided them to the Euro 2024 round of 16, before a run of two wins in 10 games saw him axed.According to Belgian outlet Le Soir, Henry has emerged as a contender to land the job.They add that federation chiefs have also considered Erik ten Hag, Mark van Bommel and Xavi, although none of these three remain in contention.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHenry worked as Roberto Martinez’s assistant manager with Belgium between 2016 and 2018, and again from 2021 to 2023.He briefly took charge of Monaco during the 2018-19 season, but was sacked after winning just four of his 20 games at the helm.The former Arsenal and Barcelona forward managed MLS side CF Montreal between 2019 and 2021, but won only nine of his 29 matches in charge.In August 2023 he was named France Under-21s boss, while it was confirmed that he would also take charge of Les Bleus’ Olympic team at Paris 2024.Most read in FootballSUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAYHenry, 47, previously worked as Belgium’s assistant managerCredit: AFPThierry Henry managerial stats2018-19 – Monaco 20 games 4 wins 5 draws 11 losses2019-2021 – CF Montreal 29 games 9 wins 4 draws 16 losses2023-24 – France Under-21s 6 games 4 wins 0 draws 2 losses2024 – France Olympic 11 games 8 wins 2 draws 1 lossFollowing France’s silver medal at the Games, Henry resigned from both roles.Tedesco’s Belgium exit comes following a row with key man Thibaut Courtois.Jude Bellingham kicks bottle in fury after he is subbed in AC Milan defeat as Thierry Henry gives theory behind strop The Real Madrid goalkeeper had been overlooked for the captaincy in favour of Kevin De Bruyne, but was vice-skipper alongside Romelu Lukaku.In August, Courtois revealed that he would not be available for selection while Tedesco remained in charge.On their falling out he told Belgian outlet Sporza: “Look, if my departure was purely about the captaincy, I would have already resigned in March [when Tedesco chose De Bruyne].”Kevin as captain? No problem. But then you had Romelu and I as vice-captains without hierarchy.’SOMETHING SNAPPED INSIDE ME'”When he said that Romelu was captain against Austria and I was captain against Estonia on Tuesday, something snapped inside me. I couldn’t handle it anymore.”The fact that I no longer felt appreciation from the federation and trainer made something explode within me.”The coach made no effort to find a solution but simply said he would tell the press everything. He wanted to pressure me not to leave and threaten me.”That is simply not possible, because it was a private conversation. Then there is a breach of trust between the player and the coach.”Tedesco wanted to launch an attack on me, one he announced the day before. Go ahead, I thought – something like that doesn’t help and creates a breach of trust.”Moreover, things were leaked to the press the next day, which I know came from his side.”In addition to Henry, Rudi Garcia has been named as a possible contender for the job.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Frenchman, 60, most recently had a brief spell in charge of Napoli in 2023.He has also managed the likes of Lille, Roma, Marseille and Lyon – as well as Cristiano Ronaldo’s Saudi side Al-Nassr.Thibaut Courtois quit Belgium duty in AugustCredit: ReutersRudi Garcia has also emerged as a contender for the jobCredit: Getty More

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    Chelsea ‘make shock move for Alejandro Garnacho with Man Utd star seen as replacement for outcast Christopher Nkunku’

    CHELSEA are plotting a move for Alejandro Garnacho from Manchester United, according to reports.The 20-year-old winger is reportedly seen as an ideal replacement for Premier League outcast Christopher Nkunku.Chelsea are reportedly interested in signing Alejandro GarnachoCredit: AlamyChelsea are open to offloading Christopher NkunkuCredit: GettyAccording to L’Equipe, Chelsea are considering a move for Argentina international Garnacho, who is allegedly open to leaving Old Trafford.Nkunku, 27, is weighing up his options, with Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich reportedly planning a swoop.The Frenchman hasn’t been able to cement a place in Enzo Marseca’s starting line-up with Nicolas Jackson and Cole Palmer ahead in the pecking order.Chelsea are in the market for a consistent winger amid Noni Madueke’s drop off and Mykhailo Mudryk’s provisional suspension, after the Ukrainian provided a positive result on an A-sample drugs test.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAthletic reporter David Ornstein wrote on X: “Conversations surrounding Chelsea’s interest in Garnacho are at an ‘early stage’.”Meanwhile, Napoli, who are set to lose Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to PSG, had a £40million bid for Garnacho rejected by United this week.But it is claimed that the Red Devils are holding out for £60million for their homegrown star and will listen to offers for the entire squad.United are testing the margins of the Prem’s Profit and Sustainability regulations after splashing over £600million in less than three years at the request of former gaffer Erik ten Hag.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSGarnacho, whose sale would represent pure profit on the books, came through United’s ranks and has 23 goals in 116 appearances since making his debut in 2022.But this season he has been at loggerheads with manager Ruben Amorim – who dropped the forward for the Manchester derby in December.Man Utd Player Ratings vs SouthamptonHow Garnacho compares to Nknku’s Premier League form this seasonGarnacho has since returned to United’s squad but was challenged to raise his levels by Amorim.He played a full 90 minutes in United’s late comeback 3-1 victory over Southampton last night.But he was disappointed to miss a sitter in the early stages, before Amad Diallo’s late 12-minute hat-trick saved Amorim’s blushes.Before Southampton, Amorim said: “He has talent and he needs to learn to play in a different position.”He needs to play better inside. He improves a lot in the recovering position when he doesn’t have the ball.”But by doing that, sometimes he’s not in the right place to make transitions like he was in the past.”He’s improving during training and started the last game against Arsenal.”Chelsea solved United’s Jadon Sancho conundrum on deadline day last summer.Sancho was shipped out on loan to Stamford Bridge for the season – with the Blues then obliged to buy him for a reported £23milion fee.Chelsea also solved United’s Jadon Sancho conundrum on deadline day last yearThe former Dortmund star, 24, was soon handed regular starts ahead of Nkunku.Nkunku, who joined from RB Leipzig for £52million in 2023, has only scored two goals in 18 Premier League appearances.But he has amassed a total of 13 goals and four assists in 28 appearances across all competitions.Nkunku has been reduced to being a cup player- scoring seven goals in seven Europa Conference League appearances, and one in the EFL Cup and FA Cup.The Blues are also keeping tabs on Dortmund’s Karim Adeyemi, who is on Liverpool’s radar.Meanwhile, Garnacho joins Marcus Rashford and Kobbie Mainoo as academy products facing uncertain futures.Rashford is yet to play since revealing he is ready for a “new challenge” in December.And as the winter window draws to its cliamx, still no developments have been made for a move.READ MORE SUN STORIESThat is despite his reps meeting with AC Milan in Italy and others like Borussia Dortmund remaining linked.But Mainoo has also attracted attention from Chelsea, as well as Bayern, amid reports he has not extended his contract- set to expire in 2027 – as of yet.Rashford is yet to play since revealing he is ready for a ‘new challenge’ in DecemberCredit: ReutersKobbie Mainoo hasn’t signed a new contract yetCredit: PA More