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    ‘That’s something I need to ask Sky about’ – Gary Neville to make special request to broadcaster over future plans

    GARY NEVILLE plans to do “ten things” he’s never done in his life after he turns 50.But the former Manchester United and England defender will need permission from his bosses at Sky to tick off one of those things off the list.Gary Neville has made a list of ten things he wants to do after he turns 50Credit: GETTYChief among his post-50th plans is travelling to Australia to watch the AshesCredit: RexNeville admits he’ll need permission from Sky to be able to attend the 25/26 Ashes series Down UnderCredit: YOUTUBE@THEOVERLAPThe retired defender turned Sky Sports pundit will celebrate his 50th birthday on February 18th.And he’s created a list of ten things he hopes to achieve before he turns 51 the following year.Chief among them is travelling to Australia to watch the Ashes, which will take place between November 21 to January 8, 2026.But he admits he’ll need permission from Sky chiefs to miss the busy festive feast of football to watch The Three Lions Down Under.READ MORE IN SPORTDuring the latest episode of the Stick to Football podcast, he said: ” For my 50th year, I’m going to do ten things that I’ve never done before.”I want to go to the Ashes in Australia. So that’s something I need to ask Sky about.”Attending Glastonbury is also on Neville’s post-50th-birthday to-do-list, as well as an African safari.But he also intends to make a decision that could affect his appearance.Most read in SportSky Bet sign up offer£30 in free bets when you place any betNew customers only. First single & e/w bet only. 5p minimum stake. Odds of 1/1 or greater. 3 x £10 bet tokens. Free bet stakes not included in returns. Free bets exclude virtuals. Free bets are non-withdrawable. Free bets expire after 30 days. Eligibility restrictions and further t&cs apply. 18+. Begambleaware.OrgSIGN UPBefore the episode got underway, he revealed: “I’m gonna get a tattoo.”For my 50th birthday, I’m gonna do ten things that I’ve never done and one of them is get a tattoo.”Gary Neville slams Arsenal coach who is ‘overreaching his importance’ Fellow Sky pundit and podcast host Jamie Carragher was quick to quiz Neville over the ink he plans to get.The former Liverpool and England defender asked: “Is it gonna be Man Utd related or family related?”Neville paused to think about his imminent ink before saying: “Ehh, maybe a bit of both.”Fellow host Ian Wright was also curious about Neville’s plans to get tatted up, asking him where he plans to get one.Class of ’92 star Neville replied by admitting: “I don’t know [where I’ll get it].”Why don’t we have a debate about what I get and where I get it?”Gary Neville also plans to get a tattoo this yearCredit: GETTY More

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    Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, 51, lands first job in management four years after Man Utd sacking

    OLE GUNNAR SOLSKJAER has been named as the new manager of Turkish giants Besiktas.The Norwegian boss has been away from the game for FOUR YEARS following his Manchester United axe in 2021.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was draped in a Besiktas scarf after taking over at the Black EaglesCredit: XSolskjaer takes over Besiktas over three years after his most-recent jobCredit: GettySolskjaer was gifted flowers at his first public speaking in IstanbulCredit: GettySolskjaer was sacked by Man Utd in 2021 after a humbling 4-1 loss at WatfordCredit: PABut now Super Lig side Besiktas have confirmed a shock new job for former Molde and Cardiff chief, Solskjaer.In a simple announcement on X, Besiktas wrote, “Ole, Ole, Ole”, complete with a snap of the new boss draped in a club scarf.In his first interview after his unveiling, Solskjaer said: “It’s great to be here.”It’s very nice to see so many people who care about this fantastic football club.READ MORE SPORT STORIES”I’ve had a very nice first meeting with the members of the board.”I’m really looking forward to this – it’s fantastic to be in this beautiful city.”Solskjaer replaces Holland legend and ex-Arsenal star Giovanni van Bronckhorst – who was axed last month – in Istanbul.The former Red Devils super-sub striker helped guide United to a second-place finish in the Premier League and reached a Europa League final during his near-three-year reign.Most read in FootballBest new sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesSolskjaer is set to watch Besiktas’ next game – against Samsunspor this weekend – from the stands in Istanbul.The 51-year-old has been linked with the vacant Leicester and West Ham jobs over the past year.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reveals moment he ‘100 per cent knew’ he was getting sacked as Man Utd managerSolskjaer’s managerial recordOle Gunnar Solskjaer has returned to management after four years out.But how has the Manchester United leged fared at his previous clubs?Molde FK (First Spell): 2010 – 2014Games: 122Wins: 68Draws: 24Losses: 30Win Percentage: 55.74%Cardiff City: 2014 – 2014Games: 30Wins: 9Draws: 5Losses: 16Win Percentage: 30.00%Molde FK (Second Spell): 2015 – 2018Games: 118Wins: 66Draws: 19Losses: 33Win Percentage: 55.93%Manchester United: 2018 – 21 November 2021Games: 168Wins: 91Draws: 37Losses: 40Win Percentage: 54.17%He was also touted for a shock return to Old Trafford before Ruben Amorim took the helm following Erik ten Hag’s axe.Solskjaer spent nine seasons with United as a player, winning six Premier League titles and scoring over 100 goals – including his famous strike in the 1999 Champions League final in United’s Treble season.He was handed the reins as Man Utd boss in 2018 following a successful stint as interim boss, which included the famous, youth-led win over PSG in Paris.But he was given the boot after a 4-1 loss to Watford capped a miserable run.Solskjaer has also taken charge of Cardiff City and Molde, twice winning the Tippeligaen with the Norwegian side.Besiktas are currently sixth in the Turkish Super Lig with 30 points from 18 games.Leaders Galatasaray are in charge of the title race, with Fenerbache – led by Jose Mourinho, the man Solskjaer replaced at Old Trafford – giving chase.The Special One has railed against the Super Lig and its officials in recent weeks, branding the league “toxic”.READ MORE SUN STORIESBesiktas also sit 28th in the 36-team Europa League group stage – just one point outside of the play-off places.It means they Solskjaer could have a reunion with United if they make it to the knockout stages. More

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    Renee Slegers ready to guide Arsenal to trophies after landing permanent Gunners Women’s boss role

    RENEE SLEGERS hopes to “deliver something beautiful” with Arsenal following her appointment as their permanent women’s team boss. The Netherlands-born head coah helped the WSL side turn their season around whilst serving as stand-in gaffer following Jonas Eidevall’s departure. Renee Slegers’ team will take on Crystal Palace at Meadow Park on Sunday in their first game following the WSL’s winter breakCredit: GettySlegers had a sitdown chat with Arsenal legend Ian Wright following her appointment as the club’s women’s team permanent head coachCredit: GettyThe Gunners boss wants to continue to nurture a collective sense of responsibility amongst her players and staffCredit: GettySlegers, who was Eidevall’s number two, has guided a team on an 11-game unbeaten run which includes them qualifying for the Women’s Champions League knockout stage. The Gunners finished top of their group after beating German outfit Bayern Munich 3-2 last December in their final group stage match. This follows them enduring a difficult start to their season with mixed results that include three winless home games in a row at the Emirates and a 5-2 loss away to Bayern in Europe. Since Slegers has taken charge the team have registered 10 wins and one draw across all competitions conceding just five goals. Read More Football StoriesAnd the Arsenal boss has put this down to collective ownership amongst players and staffOf her appointment Slegers, whose team host Crystal Palace on Sunday, said: “I’m so excited to be continuing our journey together.“It’s a wonderful honour to represent this club as head coach and I have so much belief in what we can all achieve together.  “Over the past few months, I’ve felt such a powerful sense of collective ownership and responsibility across our players and staff. Most read in Football”That has been our strength and I know we will make sure we drive and nurture this feeling as we all move forward.   “It has meant the world to me to feel the closeness and passion of our supporters during this process, and I want to thank you all for that. “We want to deliver something beautiful that’s inspiring and leads to winning trophies.  We all have a big part to play in achieving that.” Prior to coaching, Slegers represented Arsenal as a player following a stint in the club’s youth academy between 2006 and 2007. Her playing career also includes stints with Dutch side Willem II before a 2011 move to Sweden where she played for Djurgardens IF before joining Linkopings two years later. Russo’s form in front of goal has improved this term with the Arsenal striker scoring six times in her last four gamesCredit: GettyOn the international stage Slegers won 55 caps for the Netherlands before retiring in 2016 a year before their first European Championship win. As coach she guided FC Rosengard to back-to-back top-flight title wins in Sweden in 2021 and 2022 before leaving to become Arsenal’s assistant manager. Gunners director of women’s football Clare Wheatley said: “Renée has excelled during her time as interim head coach, bringing our team, club and supporters together and leading us to a hugely impressive run of results and performances. “We have undertaken a thorough recruitment process aimed at identifying the best candidate to lead our women’s first team at this exciting time. “Renée was the stand-out candidate throughout the process and we’re thrilled to be continuing our journey with her as our permanent head coach.”Under Slegers Arsenal have scored 31 goals in the WSL and Champions League this term.This includes Alessia Russo taking her goal tally to 11 this term READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd the striker’s performances and her manager’s efforts led to both winning the Barclays WSL player and manager awards for December. Arsenal are currently seven points behind league leaders and London rivals Chelsea who they will face at Stamford Bridge on January 26. More

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    BBC star and former Tottenham chief says he would SACK Ange Postecoglou and gives takeover update

    TOTTENHAM should sack Ange Postecoglou, claims the club’s former chief executive Claude Littner.The 75-year-old will be most familiar to many football fans as Alan Sugar’s right-hand man on The Apprentice.Ange Postecoglou has overseen a torrid season at TottenhamCredit: GettyApprentice star Claude Littner would fire PostecoglouCredit: PA:Press AssociationDuring Lord Sugar’s ownership of Spurs in the 1990s, however, Littner worked as chief executive at White Hart Lane.He resigned as one of the club’s directors in 2001, around the time that Daniel Levy became chairman.Following Tottenham’s 2-1 North London derby defeat to Arsenal earlier this week, a fan wrote on X: “Well @claudelittner can you please have a word with levy and tell him to fire postocoglou.”Littner responded: “I have no influence over Daniel. I believe he has the best interests of Spurs at heart.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”I would dismiss Ange. He is way out of his depth.”Littner then added his opinion on Tottenham’s ownership situation.He continued: “Daniel is no fool & urgently needs a buyer with deep pockets to acquire the Club & invest in top players.”The sooner, the better.”Most read in FootballSUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAYLittner, right, worked as Tottenham chief executive under Alan SugarCredit: Times Newspapers LtdTottenham are languishing in 14th in the Premier League with just 24 points from 21 games.They have won just one of their last nine Prem matches, and are closer to the relegation zone than the European places.SunSports’ Tom Barclay speaks on Tottenham’s current poor form which has led the club to the cup of a relegation battle Postecoglou now has a worse win percentage as Spurs boss than unpopular former managers Antonio Conte and Jose Mourinho.But for now at least, it’s claimed that Tottenham chiefs are not planning to make a change.One saving grace for Postecoglou this season has been Spurs’ performances in the cups.Having knocked out both Manchester clubs in previous rounds, Tottenham hold a slender 1-0 semi-final lead over Liverpool in the Carabao Cup, ahead of next month’s Anfield second leg.Spurs are ninth in the Europa League league phase and will likely achieve a top eight finish with wins in their remaining two games, against Hoffenheim and Elfsborg.They will travel to Aston Villa in the FA Cup fourth round, having beaten non-league Tamworth 3-0 after extra time last weekend. More

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    Michail Antonio health update after breaking leg in horror car crash as Graham Potter meets with stricken West Ham star

    MICHAIL ANTONIO was at West Ham’s training ground yesterday to meet new boss Graham Potter for the first time.The Hammers striker, 34, is out for the season following his horror car crash on December 7.Michail Antonio visited West Ham’s training ground after his horror car crashCredit: GettyThe striker met new boss Graham Potter for the first timeCredit: PAAntonio has been back at the club since being discharged from hospital on New Year’s Eve.But he had previously only spoken to Potter over the phone.Before they met up, the ex-Brighton and Chelsea chief, 49, said: “I was planning to see him today, this afternoon.“I spoke to him on the phone, had a really good chat with him.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“He’s doing well. But it’ll be nice to see him.”Antonio broke his leg and also suffered a number of minor injuries after crashing his Ferrari FF near Theydon Bois, Essex.The forward was airlifted to hospital after the horror smash.After returning home last month, Antonio thanked the emergency services and football community.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSHe said: “Every year around this time, I’m asked what I’m grateful for, and every year I’ve struggled to find the right words.”But this year, I know exactly what I’m grateful for: being alive.West Ham fans pay emotional tribute to Michail Antonio with ninth-minute applauseAntonio was airlifted to hospital after smashing his FerrariCredit: Steve BellThe ace broke his leg and was released from hospital on New Year’s EveCredit: Instagram @michailantonio”I’ve spent so many years taking life for granted. I made plans for the next day, the next year, always assuming tomorrow was guaranteed.”What I’ve been through recently has opened my eyes.”Life is fragile, and every single moment matters. I’m so grateful to God for giving me the strength to keep going and for allowing me to still be here.”To the emergency services, the NHS, the Air Ambulance, everyone at the Royal London and Cromwell hospitals and everyone from top to bottom at West Ham United FC.”The medical team, the board, all of the staff, my teammates and the amazing West Ham fans… I honestly could not have got through this without you. thank you from the bottom of my heart.”To my loved ones who stood by my side throughout everything, I can’t express how much you mean to me.”Lastly, to the whole football community thank you for all the love and support you’ve shown me. It has truly meant the world.”I love you all and I am endlessly grateful for every one of you. Happy New Year- and I’ll be back on that pitch soon.”Michail Antonio’s incredible riseBy Jon BoonThe outpouring of love from the football community for Michael Antonio has been massive, with the striker recognised as a big character in the game.The Wandsworth-born forward started from humble beginnings – playing for non-league Tooting & Mitcham United.After impressing in 2008, he was offered a trial at Reading – some five divisions up – and Alan Pardew duly snapped him up.However, he later revealed he got kicked out by Tooting, after he refused to sign a contract.Antonio said: “They kicked me out because I refused to sign a contract.“I was like: ‘If someone comes in for me I don’t want to be tied down. I want to be able to go and not you out price me’.”Following spells at Sheffield Wednesday and Nottingham Forest, in 2015 he was plucked from the Championship in a £7million deal by West Ham.He’s been there ever since, winning a player of the year award, twice being named Premier League player of the month and lifting a European trophy.Away from football, Antonio has bravely opened up about his mental health struggles in recent times.The Jamaica international was recently asked by Gary Lineker on the Rest is Football podcast what he would like to do when he retires from the game.He revealed: “I want to go into entertainment.”So more on the basis of A League of Their Own, Play to the Whistle…”Read more about Michail Antonio’s incredible rise and life away from the game. More

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    Ex-Everton and Barcelona star Gerard Deulofeu may never play again with horror injury ‘beyond biology’

    GERARD DEULOFEU has heartbreakingly admitted his career may be OVER due to the knee injury that blighted his time with Udinese.The Spain international has suffered multiple setbacks – including infected cartilage – since he tore his ACL in November 2022.Gerard Deulofeu suffered a horror knee injury in November 2022Credit: GETTYThe former Barcelona and Everton man has suffered numerous setbacks over the last two yearsCredit: INSTAGRAM@GERARDDEULOFEUThe setbacks have led to the mutual termination of his contract with UdineseCredit: GETTYAnd the 30-year-old has agreed to terminate his contract with the Serie A side, which he announced in an agonising social media post.The former Barcelona and Everton star said in a video: “I tore my anterior cruciate ligament two years ago against Napoli.”But [I] recovered and was able to play against Sampdoria despite the tear.”The bad news arrived after that match, when I knew I’d need surgery.“After that operation, I got an infection in the cartilage.”That is tough to get over, because the bones grind up against each other and it goes beyond a normal injury.“I have been fighting for two years against something that goes beyond biology.”Despite his repeated setbacks, Deulofeu is refusing to give up hope of one day returning to the pitch.Most read in SportGerard Deulofeu is refusing to give up hope of playing football againCredit: EPAHe said: “I feel better now than I did a few months ago, but we’ll see what happens.“I have always had an incredible rapport with Udinese and it means so much to me that they supported and waited for me.Leighton Baines praises Everton response after victory on ‘difficult day’ “If I do return to football one day, it will be with this jersey, for all that the club and its fans did to support me.“We have agreed to terminate the contract, but the relationship and support remain special.”Deulofeu joined Udinese in October 2020 following a two-season stint with Watford.The Spaniard leaves the club with a record of 16 goals and 13 assists in 63 appearances. More

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    Captaincy options for Gameweek 20: Erling Haaland seeking hat-trick repeat against Ipswich

    IT’S once again time for Dream Team managers to elect a captain for the Gameweek ahead.The gist of last week’s captaincy article was that gaffers who bet against Mohamed Salah (£8.1m) were likely to be rewarded and so it proved to be.Liverpool’s main man mustered just five points after being rested against Accrington Stanley and constricted by Nottingham Forest.Salah was guilty of a rare off-day against ForestCredit: GettyAll the alternatives we recommended – Bruno Fernandes (£6.2m), Alexander Isak (£6m) and Eberechi Eze (£4.9m) – registered at least twice as many points as Salah in Gameweek 19.But that was then and this is now.Should gaffers go against the Egyptian superstar again or trust he’ll bounce back in Gameweek 20 versus Brentford and Lille?The Bees boast a formidable home record but they have conceded plenty of goals at the Gtech this season.Liverpool’s spot in the Champions League round of 16 is essentially guaranteed but it would be a surprise if Arne Slot eased up in Europe; he’ll want to finish the league phase on top.All things considered, Salah is a considerably stronger captain for Gameweek 20 than he was in Gameweek 19 and that will be enough for many Dream Team bosses.Haaland took home the game ball last time he met IpswichCredit: GettyThere are still gaffers who refuse to strip Erling Haaland (£8m) of the armband and these loyalists have every reason to feel confident of substantial returns in the coming days.Most read in FootballManchester City are still making too many errors but they have scored more than their fair share of goals lately – 16 in their last four games to be precise.Pep Guardiola’s travel to Portman Road this Sunday and their big No9, fresh off a new long-term contract, will be hopeful of getting on the scoresheet having bagged a hat-trick against Ipswich in the reverse fixture back in August.Wednesday’s trip to the French capital to face PSG can hardly be considered a favourable match-up but the Ligue 1 giants have fared even worse than City in the Champions League this season.Alternatively, Phil Foden’s (£6.2m) backers might be tempted to double his points this coming Gameweek.The England international has banked 60 points from his last six outings via four goals and two assists.A man in formCredit: AlamyBold managers might seek a captain among Tottenham’s ranks.Spurs are languishing 14th in the table after their defeat in the North London derby but the Dream Team Stats Centre paints a brighter picture with several of Ange Postecoglou’s favourites among the top performers.With a double header against Everton and Hoffenheim (16th in the Bundesliga) in the diary, Dominic Solanke (£4.6m), Son-Heung-min (£4.8m) and Dejan Kulusevski (£4.3m) are all viable options for skipper, if a tad leftfield.Amad Diallo’s (£4.1m) hat-trick against Southampton has put him in the mix too.Manchester United’s saviour will surely start against both Brighton and Rangers.Hat-trick heroCredit: GettyIt’s important to note that popular captains Cole Palmer (£6.1m) and Alexander Isak (£6m) have just one fixture to fulfil in Gameweek 20.READ MORE SUN STORIESBoth are capable of massive double-digit hauls but it’s more logical to select a captain among the top stars set to pull double duty.Make sure to confirm your captain (and vice captain) for Gameweek 20 before Saturday’s 11am deadline.Score PredictorPlay Score Predictor with Dream Team this season!FREE to play£250 weekly prizePredict scores of five selected Premier League fixtures and earn points for accuracyMost points wins weekly cash prizePLAY NOW More

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    Highest-paid Premier League players revealed as Erling Haaland signs Man City deal worth £26MILLION per year

    ERLING HAALAND’S mind-boggling new £500,000-per-week deal has made the Norwegian the highest-paid Premier League player EVER.Manchester City have announced that the goal-scoring machine has signed a 10-year-contract worth £26million per season.Erling Haaland has penned a ten-year contractCredit: RexHe has been tied down to the club until 2034The 24-year-old’s record breaking deal, which runs until 2034, has knocked City team-mate Kevin De Bruyne off his perch as the Prem’s top earner.It puts the total value close to £250million and overtakes Chelsea’s nine-year-deal for Cole Palmer to become the longest contract in Prem history.Haaland, who was previously contracted until 2027, has proved a phenomenon at City, scoring 111 goals in only 126 games since signing from Borussia Dortmund for £50million in summer 2022.And now SunSport has taken a look at the revised 10 biggest earners after twice Golden Boot winner Haaland’s mammoth new deal.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS10) Kai Havertz – £280k-per-weekArsenal forked out an initial £60million and an additional £5million in potential add-ons to sign Havertz from Chelsea in the summer of 2023.He usurped Gabriel Jesus as the highest-paid player at the Emirates and his contract also includes an additional £50,000-per-week in potential bonuses.The Germany international silenced his critics in his debut season, but has faced horrific abuse from Arsenal fans for his poor finishing as Mikel Arteta’s men were dumped out of the FA Cup by Man Utd last Sunday.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSKai Havertz is the highest-paid full-time Arsenal playerCredit: Getty=7) Jack Grealish – £300k-per-weekJack Grealish, 29, penned a £300,000-per-week contract when he joined City in 2021 in a deal from Aston Villa worth £100million.Most read in FootballHe is the third highest-paid man in Pep Guardiola’s squad, but 15 goal contributions in 145 games is under-par for what many expected.Jack Grealish is the joint-third highest-paid Manchester City playerTop ten greatest Premier League players of all time as Kevin de Bruyne and Cristiano Ronaldo both miss out on top spot=7) Bruno Fernandes – £300k-per-weekBefore Amad Diallo’s recent heroics, club-captain Fernandes was one of the only Man Utd players worth their salt.The midfielder has been Old Trafford’s standout performer in recent years, winning the Sir Matt Busby Player of the Season award in 2019/20, 2020/21 and 2023/24.The Portugal international is now earning a base salary of £300,000-per-week, which equates to around £15.6million-per-year. He can also get another £75,000-per-week in bonuses.Bruno Fernandes recently signed a new deal at Old TraffordCredit: Getty=7) Bernardo Silva – £300k-per-weekYou’ll notice City account for a sizeable portion of this list. Silva was offered a £500,000-a-week contract by Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal in 2023, but he rejected that lucrative offer and signed a contract extension with City.The Portuguese winger was previously linked with a move away, as his current City contract ends next summer.Bernardo Silva’s current City deal expires next summerCredit: Getty=5) Marcus Rashford – £325k-per-weekMarcus Rashford earns £25,000 more per week than club captain Fernandes, placing him second on Man Utd’s books.But the England international, 27, has been iced out of Ruben Amorim’s squad and is linked with several January moves.The wantaway star has fallen out with yet another United manager and told Henry Winter: “I’m ready for a new challenge.”Marcus Rashford is another player earning in excess of £300,000 per week=5) Raheem Sterling – £325k-per-weekRaheem Sterling’s eye-watering wages are currently split between Chelsea and his season-long loan club Arsenal.Reports suggest that both London clubs pay the former Man City winger, who has scored just one goal this term, around £162,500-per-week.If he’s forced back to Stamford Bridge in the summer, he’ll replace Reece James as Chelsea’s top earner.Raheem Sterling’s wages are split between Chelsea and loan club ArsenalCredit: Getty=3) Mohamed Salah – £350k-per-weekLiverpool legend Mo Salah is into the final year of the £350,000-per-week contract he signed in 2022.It remains to be seen whether the Egyptian, 32, who joined in 2017, will leave in the summer.Liverpool fans are desperate for Salah, who has 38 goal contributions in 29 appearances this season, to pen a new deal as Saudi Arabian clubs step up their pursuits.Mo Salah has the biggest wages of any player at AnfieldCredit: Getty=3) Casemiro – £350k-per-weekCasemiro, 32, impressed after joining United for £70m from Real Madrid, but soon endured a torrid 2023/24 campaign as he received huge criticism.But the five-time Champions League winner has been reduced to just 21 appearances this season – and mostly from the bench. Casemiro is the best-paid Manchester United playerCredit: Getty2) Kevin De Bruyne – £400k-per-weekDe Bruyne’s title as highest-paid Premier League player could was stripped away after Haaland’s new deal this week.The Man City man, 33, will go down as one of the all-time greats in English football if he leaves at the end of his contract in the summer after 10 incredible years at the Etihad.Kevin De Bruyne is now the second highest earner at City and in the PremCredit: Getty1) Erling Haaland – £500k-per-weekNo Prem player has ever earned more than HALF-A-MILLION QUID in weekly wages before Haaland.After signing his record-breaking deal, Haaland said: “I am super happy. I am proud. It is difficult to put into words because it is a big moment. I am happy and that is the right word to use.READ MORE SUN STORIES“In the end, speaking with the people I spoke with, the hunger and the support that I have been getting for the last couple of years from the board, from the bosses and from Pep, it was an easy decision. I am delighted.”The Norwegian superstar, who has the most goals for his country at the age of 24, will earn £71,000-PER-DAY. More