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    Inside Ruben Dias’ love life including dating Love Island beauty as Man City star spotted on ‘night out with Maya Jama’

    RUBEN Dias is continuing to attract the most glamorous women.The Man City defender, 27, and stunning presenter Maya Jama have sparked romance rumours, after they were spotted together on New Year’s Eve.Man City star Ruben Dias, pictured with ex-girlfriend April Ivy, has dated a string of beautiful womenCredit: Instagram @aprilivymusicTV presenter Maya Jama and Ruben Dias were recently spotted together at dinnerCredit: InstagramWhile Dias also briefly dated Love Island contestant Arabella ChiCredit: instagramThe pair were seen dining at Ibiza hotspot Sa Capella on the same table – with a blurry image shared on social media.This is not the first time romance rumours have circulated around the pair.Back in November, they began following each other on social media shortly after they both attended the MTV EMAs in ManchesterIn the past, Dias has been linked to Love Island beauty Arabella Chi.Read more football newsWhile when he arrived on our shores, he dated Portuguese pop star April Ivy.SunSport takes a look at the Premier League defender’s love life.Pop princessDias arrived at the Etihad in 2020, when he was already firmly in a romance with a Portuguese pop princess.Dias began a romance with April Ivy, real name Mariana Gonçalves, at the end of 2018.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSIn 2019, they finally went public with their relationship on New Year’s Day.However, the two reportedly split in 2021 over “lifestyle differences”.Heartbroken Love Island star Arabella Chi slams ex Ruben Dias after he suddenly dumped her following New Year’s breakPortuguese magazine Flash! claimed that Dias wanted a ‘more discreet’ life while his former love wanted something more exuberant.A source revealed: “The now ex-couple already shared a house in Manchester, where the singer had moved in order to be close to Ruben and at the same time bet on her musical career in London. “The lifestyles, more discreet on the part of the footballer contrasting with the more exuberant side of the artist, ended up becoming irreconcilable…”April Ivy and Dias began a romance in 2018Credit: Instagram @aprilivymusicGorgeous Ivy moved to Manchester with Dias before they split in 2021Credit: Instagram @aprilivymusic’Lifestyle differences’ were said to be the reason for their break-upCredit: Instagram @aprilivymusicread more sport featuresLove Island beautyDias soon moved on from April with a former Love Island contestant.Gorgeous Arabella Chi began dating the centre back in September 2023.We exclusively reported how Arabella was regularly flying from her Ibiza base to visit Dias in Manchester, who in turn was “showering” his new belle with gifts.A source said: “They went to Paris for their first romantic mini-break, where he wined and dined her at all the best restaurants.“Ruben and Arabella are trying to keep their relationship under wraps because it’s early days.“But they had the best time together in Paris and seem to be really falling for each other.”They were then spotted weeks later arriving at Manchester airport, before jetting off a romantic getaway on New Year’s Day.However, after three months it was said that Dias called an end to their love affair.Arabella told The Sun on Sunday: “Last year was probably my unluckiest when it came to finding the one. I’ve been so unlucky in love.Blonde bombshell Arabella Chi began dating Dias in September 2023Credit: GettyThe two were soon seen heading on a romantic getaway from Manchester airportCredit: ClickHowever, after three months Dias reportedly dumped ChiCredit: Getty”I’ve dated people I thought at the time were the one, which was a mistake I’ve since learnt from.”What I’ve learnt from dating last year is that you think you know someone but you don’t really know them at all. I dated people that perhaps, looking back, weren’t best suited to me.”Soon after breaking up with Chi, Dias was spotted in Ibiza with a mystery blonde.She was identified as London-based receptionist Taylor Flight. However, nothing seemingly came of that.Dias was also reportedly sending flirty messages to actress Daniela Melchior, who starred in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.Again, nothing seemed to develop there.Dias was then linked to London-based receptionist Taylor FlightCredit: https://www.instagram.com/taylorflight?igsh=bHFwaWVncjJsaWpkMarvel actress Daniela Malchior was also rumoured to have caught Dias’ eyeCredit: GettyOn to JamaWhile nothing has been confirmed between Dias and Jama, the pretty host is single.She split from rapper Stormzy last summer – announcing their break-up on Instagram.They wrote in a joint statement: “We fell madly in love in 2014, broke up in 2019, and the spent five years manoeuvring life apart.”The message added: “We decided to try for the final time in August 2023, and we’ve spent this past year trying our best to make it work; however, we recently decided to call it quits.”It had been claimed that they broke up because Jama wanted to focus on her career, while Stormzy wanted to settle down.However, when the Vossi Bop singer was seen with new girlfriend Victoria Monet – Jama addressed those claims.READ MORE SUN STORIESMaya Jama is now the latest beauty to be rumoured to be attracting DiasCredit: The Mega AgencyJama split from Stormzy last summer after they tried to make their romance workCredit: GettyJama denied rumours they split because she didn’t want to settle downCredit: InstagramShe wrote on Instagram the narrative “that I don’t want to settle down and have kids is a lieeeee.”Perhaps now Dias and Jama have found each other at the right moment in their lives. 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    ‘Imagine being Cristiano Ronaldo…’ say fans as stunning Wag Georgina Rodriguez flaunts curves in thong bikini

    GEORGINA RODRIQUEZ left fans saying “imagine being Cristiano Ronaldo” after flaunting her curves on Instagram.The model shared snaps from a winter getaway in Dubai, posing in a bikini in the sea and spa.Georgina Rodriquez flaunted her curves on InstagramCredit: Instagram @georginagioThe model shared snaps from a winter getaway in DubaiCredit: Instagram @georginagioGeorgina was in Dubai as Cristiano Ronaldo was being honoured at the 2024 Globe Soccer AwardsCredit: Instagram @georginagioHer followers immediately rushed to the comment sectionCredit: Instagram @georginagioHer followers immediately rushed to the comment section as one said: “The most beautiful girl in the world.” Another added: “Georgina gets better and better every year!”One gushed: “Georgina, you are the definition of elegance and grace!”Georgina was in Dubai with Ronaldo while the footballing legend was honoured at the 2024 Globe Soccer Awards.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Al Nassr forward was named the Best Middle Eastern player and bagged another award for being the Top Goalscorer of All Time.And during his acceptance speech, Ronaldo dedicated the gong to Georgina – who stunned with her eye-catching outfit – and his 14-year-old son Cristiano Jr.Ronaldo then sparked rumours he had secretly married Georgina after referring to her as his “wife”. He said: “It’s a big pleasure to win this trophy. My oldest son is here, my wife [Georgina] is here.”Most read in FootballGeorgina and Ronaldo have been together since 2016 and have two children together – Alana Martina, 8, and Bella, 2.She is also a doting stepmother to his other three kids – twins Eva and Mateo, 7, and Cristiano Jr.Inside Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez’s Christmas trip to Lapland with snowmobiles and reindeerThe loved-up pair have never publicly declared they are married, with Ronaldo’s slip of the tongue sending the rumour mill into overdrive.Ronaldo has been playing his football in Saudi Arabia since leaving Manchester United in December 2022.But as his 40th birthday approaches in February, the Portuguese icon insisted he still has more to give. Ronaldo said: “[Georgina] is my lovely support all the time to carry on to play. In one month I’m gonna be 40 years old but I’m not finished yet. “I will continue because I want to win titles, I want to be a champion. I want to score more goals, I want to try to win for the national team.”Georgina and Ronaldo at the the 2024 Globe Soccer Awards in DubaiCredit: GettyRonaldo referred to Georgina as his ‘wife’Credit: APGeorgina and Ronaldo have been together since 2016Credit: instagram/@georginagioGeorgina often travels with RonaldoCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/C9r-X6SNFff/?hl=en-gb&img_index=1 More

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    Granit Xhaka reveals reason for dramatic new look with ex-Arsenal star having undergone hair transplant

    GRANIT XHAKA has undergone a hair transplant.The former Arsenal captain recently debuted his new tightly cropped haircut during a skiing holiday with his family.Granit Xhaka underwent a hair transplant at the Ozone Hair ClinicCredit: Instagram / @ozonehairclinicXhaka, 32, had his head shaved upon arrivalCredit: Instagram / @ozonehairclinicLines were drawn on Xhaka’s scalpCredit: Instagram / @ozonehairclinicThe midfielder appeared to be pleased with the treatmentCredit: Instagram / @ozonehairclinicIn a video since posted to Instagram, the Ozone Hair Clinic have lifted the lid on Xhaka’s treatment.Footage from the Kosovan clinic shows the Switzerland international having his head shaved.Their post read: “The mystery is revealed! Granit Xhaka chooses Ozone for perfect hair!”The world superstar and the pride of all Albanians, Granit Xhaka, has not compromised when it comes to taking care of his appearance.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”He entrusted his hair to our clinic, where the results are amazing and 100 per cent natural for all those who choose us.”Towards the end of the video, Xhaka smiled as he endorsed Ozone’s treatment.Sporting his new haircut, the midfielder beamed as he posed for snaps while recently visiting the Arosa Kulm Hotel and Alpin Spa in Switzerland.With the Bundesliga currently on its winter break, Xhaka went away with wife, Leonita, and their two daughters, Ayana and Laneya.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSXhaka recently revealed his new look on a family holidayCredit: Instagram / granitxhakaThe Swiss star had previously sported a similar hairstyle to when he was at ArsenalCredit: GettyXhaka has gone from strength to strength since leaving Arsenal.Last season he played a major role as Bayer Leverkusen achieved an astonishing campaign.Why Xhaka is Football’s Greatest ComebackXabi Alonso’s side went through the entire Bundesliga season undefeated, as they beat Bayern Munich to the title.Xhaka and Co also lifted the DFB Pokal to add further silverware, with their only defeat of the campaign coming to Atalanta in The Europa League final.Xhaka left Arsenal at the end of the 2022-23 seasonCredit: Getty More

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    ‘There was crazy stuff’ – Bobby Madley accused of ‘mental’ refereeing after major controversy in West Brom vs Preston

    PRESTON boss Paul Heckingbottom accused Bobby Madley of “crazy refereeing” after seeing his striker Emil Riis thrown over an advertising board.Managerless West Brom were well on their way to a victory that took them up into the play-off places when tempers boiled over in stoppage time.Emil Riis was thrown over an advertising boardBobby Madley was accused of ‘crazy refereeing’Credit: GettyBaggies skipper Kyle Bartley clashed with Riis – and the North End forward ended up being pushed over the hoardings.Ref Madley spoke to both players and Bartley was shown a yellow card.But furious Heckingbottom dashed from the bench to make his views known.The North End boss said: “I saw one of my players get shoved over the advertising boards.READ MORE IN football “But my frustration was more with Bobby and his performance, I went to see him. There was crazy stuff I saw here from Bobby. It was mental.“Emil kept the ball in, got shoved over the boards, Bobby blew the whistle, spoke to the players, then gave West Brom a goal kick.“There’s been massive home performances from officials this season. We got four yellows, they got one.“There could’ve been two reds – one was a 100 per cent red. Frustrations boil up in you when you’re on the wrong side of them.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS“There seems to be a pattern – I’ve told them they need to be looking at it.”Albion sealed the points before the break – with Josh Maja twice on target.Arsenal Invincible and cult hero reveals we’ve all been saying his name wrong for nearly 45 yearsThey were his first goals in nine games and brought his season’s tally to 12.Maja opened the scoring after 18 minutes when Stefan Thordarson failed to clear Mikey Johnston’s cross.Baggies went two up with Callum Styles’ first goal for Albion – he collected a corner and passed it into the far corner with the help of a deflection.Maja’s second came after a run by Darnell Furlong ended with Sam Greenwood challenge.But the ball fell to Maja who lashed a shot home.Improved Preston pulled one back when two subs combined after 70 minutes – Milutin Osmajic setting up Ryan Ledson to score.But Albion’s interim head coach, Chris Brunt, admitted he will not be putting his name forward for the Hawthorns job despite taking four points from his last two games.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe said: “I’m way too inexperienced, it’s not the time for me to step up to anything like that.“But I’m proud to be out there, I’ve played so many games here and it was nice to be on the touchline and win the game.”Preston manager Paul Heckingbottom was fuming with ref MadleyCredit: Rex More

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    Leicester at risk of Premier League points deduction like Everton and Nottingham Forest in major blow to survival hopes

    LEICESTER are at risk of a Premier League points deduction.The Foxes are in the relegation zone and any docking of points would be a major blow to their survival hopes.Leicester will find out if they will be charged by January 13Credit: GettyThe club narrowly avoided a points deduction in the summer after they were charged with a £24.4million breach for the 2022-23 season.Leicester reasoned that because they were relegated, they were not in the Premier League when they submitted their accounts for that season.But they are now waiting to see if they will be charged after recording pre-tax losses of £92.5m and £90m in 2022 and 2023.Prem clubs are permitted to record losses of no more than £105m over a three year period, so Leicester are at risk.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe club will be told by January 13 if they have been charged with breaching profit & sustainability rules.If they are, they could suffer the same fate as Everton and Nottingham Forest, who were sanctioned with points deductions after being charged with that offence.Leicester could be in an even worse position because of their relegation in 2023.Their stint in the Championship last season means their permitted £105m losses for the current three-year cycle will be reduced by £22m, owing to the EFL’s stricter spending limits.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd if relegated again they could be charged by the EFL for overspending in the 2023-24 season.Leicester are reportedly confident they can avoid another charge, although the Guardian claims sources at the Premier League feel they will have a case to answer.Ruud van Nistelrooy announced as Leicester manager as Man Utd legend makes swift return to Premier League More

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    Transfers recommendations ahead of Gameweek 18: Antonee Robinson and Anthony Gordon among short-term options

    WHAT better way to mark the beginning of 2025 than with a shed-load of Dream Team points?The festive season may be at an end but football shows no sign of slowing down with Gameweek 18 set to incorporate three competitions.After a full round of Premier League fixtures, Arsenal, Newcastle, Tottenham and Liverpool will compete in the Carabao Cup semi-finals in midweek while Everton and Fulham will play in the early FA Cup third round games on Thursday night.And that brings us onto our first transfer recommendation for Gameweek 18…USA! USA! USA!Credit: Dream TeamAntonee Robinson (£4m)The Cottagers’ left-back has arguably been the Premier League’s best player in his position this season and there’s rarely been a better time to back him in the world of Dream Team.Robinson averages 5.9 points-per-game in 2024/25 and leads the way for assists among defenders with seven.Not only that, no other asset in his position has earned more bonus points than the USA international (24) at this stage.Fulham are due to host both Ipswich and Watford in Gameweek 18, a favourable double header on paper.Marco Silva may choose to rest one of his key players against Championship opposition in the FA Cup but Robinson is still a strong option if he’s only deployed against the Tractor Boys on Sunday.Most read in FootballThe 27-year-old may not be a long-term selection as he’ll fall behind in fixtures when the European competitions resume in Gameweek 20 but he’s a smart one-week punt.Anthony Gordon (£4.8m)Newcastle are flyingCredit: RexNewcastle’s No10 is among the most in-form midfielders right now having amassed 64 points since the start of Gameweek 13 at an average of eight per outing.The Magpies are due to visit North London twice this coming Gameweek; a league visit to Spurs and a Carabao Cup semi-final first leg at Arsenal.Difficult match-ups on paper but given the defensive injury crisis currently nagging Ange Postecoglou coupled with the Magpies’ impressive form, Gordon has to be considered a decent option.Alexander Isak (£5.8m) remains Newcastle’s top asset but it may be worth doubling up for the next two Gameweeks.Gordon ranks fifth for bonus points among all players.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 NOWLuis Diaz (£4.1m)Gaffers can’t make up their minds about Luis DiazCredit: GettyFew players have experienced such dramatic fluctuations in popularity as the Liverpool winger this season.Diaz has been among the five most transferred-in players ahead of eight Gameweeks and among the most transferred-out five times!The Colombia international is very much back in favour having scored his 12th goal of the campaign last time out.Arne Slot’s side will play Manchester United at Anfield this Sunday before travelling to Spurs on Wednesday night.Without context, this double header would be a tricky prospect but on current form the Reds will feel confident of getting the job done on both fronts.Diaz’s minutes are difficult to predict but he’ll get a good run out with two fixtures scheduled.It should go without saying that Trent Alexander-Arnold (£5.7m) and Mohamed Salah (£7.8m) are the first ports of call in regards to Liverpool points.Ollie Watkins (£4.9m)Watkins will have to step up in the absence of Jhon Duran and Morgan RogersCredit: ReutersAston Villa aren’t among the six teams with two fixtures to fulfil in Gameweek 18 but their one game, a home match-up against Leicester, could yield plentiful returns.The Foxes conceded 115 shots in six games throughout December.Any team allowing their opponents almost 20 shots over the course of 90 minutes is likely to give up a lot of points.With Morgan Rogers (£3.2m) and Jhon Duran (£2.9m) both suspended, Watkins is likely to be the main beneficiary at Villa Park on Saturday.Only Salah banked more points among forwards than the England international in Gameweek 17.He scored one goal and assisted another against Brighton for a 15-point haul.READ MORE SUN STORIESDream Team managers can back Watkins in Gameweek 18 and then revert to the affordable Rogers later this month.Confirm your transfers for Gameweek 18 before Saturday’s 11am deadline.BetMGM sign up offerBetMGM: Get £40 in free bets — HERE**New cust only. 7 days to opt in by placing a £10 qualifying bet at 1/1 (2.0) odds or greater to receive 4x Free Bets: 1 x £10 horse racing, 1 x £10 Bet Builder, 1 x £10 Acca and 1 x £10 football. 7 day expiry. Exclusions apply. Stake not returned. 18+. T&Cs apply.Commercial content notice: Taking one of the bookmaker offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. 18+. T&Cs apply. gambleaware.org More

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    The two clauses in Man Utd’s £900million Adidas deal that could leave club’s finances in TATTERS if they are relegated

    MANCHESTER UNITED’S lucrative Adidas contract could be TERMINATED if they are relegated from the Premier League.Boss Ruben Amorim admitted that relegation is a “possibility” after the Red Devils lost 2-0 to Newcastle on Monday.Man Utd signed a 10-year extension with Adidas in 2023Credit: RexUnited chiefs penned a 10-year extension with Adidas as the club’s kit manufacturer in the summer of 2023.The agreement is worth £90m per season – but relegation would drastically change matters.Should the Red Devils go down, Adidas would possess the option to terminate the deal at just one season’s notice.Alternatively, the German manufacturer would be within their rights to halve their payment for any season in which United are in the Championship.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThis means that, should the Red Devils go down this season, next year Adidas could pay £45m for the 2025-26 campaign, rather than the full £90m.Even if United stay up, they are set to take a financial hit.As of next season, £10m will be deducted from the full £90m Adidas rate for any campaign in which the Red Devils are not in the Champions League.As reported by the Telegraph, United’s latest accounts detailed some of the financial risks that would come with relegation.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThey wrote: “Relegation from the Premier League or a general decline in the success of our men’s first team, particularly in consecutive seasons, may negatively affect our ability to attract or retain talented coaching staff, as well as supporters, sponsors and other commercial partners, which would have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations, financial condition and cash flow.”When asked about relegation following Monday night’s match, Amorim admitted: “I think that it is a possibility. We have to be clear with our fans.”Fury as Sir Jim Ratcliffe cuts ties with charity helping Man Utd legendsFurther quizzed if such talk was embarrassing, he later added: “It is also my fault.”The team is not improving. It is a little bit lost in this moment and it is a bit embarrassing to be Manchester United coach and lose a lot of games.”I think people are tired of excuses at this club. This club needs a shock.”Ruben Amorim has endured a difficult start to life at Old TraffordCredit: Getty More

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    Tottenham in latest injury blow as left-back Destiny Udogie expected to be out for eight weeks with hamstring issue

    DESTINY UDOGIE is set to miss the next two months with a hamstring injury.The Italy star, 22, suffered the problem early in the second half of Tottenham’s 2-2 draw at home to Wolves on Sunday.Destiny Udogie is facing eight weeks on the sidelines with his hamstring injurySpurs boss Ange Postecoglou already has a massive list of injured playersCredit: PAHe was forced off in the 50th minute as Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou faced up to yet another of his first-choice back four to be crocked.SunSport understands Udogie reckons it will be eight weeks before he is back playing 100 per cent.But he does not require surgery, unlike last season when he was forced to go under the knife after damaging his left quad in training.That ended up ending his season and ruling him out of the Euros in the summer.Read more in footballSpurs have a hectic schedule of 12 games over the time period Udogie is likely to be missing.Those include the North London Derby later this month, both Carabao Cup semi-final legs against Liverpool – as well as a possible banana-skin FA Cup third round tie at Tamworth.Postecoglou already has No1 goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario out with a fractured ankle.While centre-backs Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven and Ben Davies are also injured.Most read in FootballUdogie’s good mate Djed Spence returns from suspension this week and will likely deputise at left-back against Newcastle on Saturday.Postecoglou’s squad has been hit by a large quantity of hamstring injuries during the Australian’s time in charge, such as to Wilson Odobert, Richarlison and Van de Ven this season.Tottenham boss Postecoglou REFUSES to answer questions after his team ship another hatful of goals in Liverpool lossGiven that record was similar at his previous clubs, it has been mooted that the intensity the Australian wants his players to train and play at is a contributing factor.But Udogie, who missed September’s Europa League win at Ferencvaros with another hamstring injury, is understood to think his current issue is down to bad luck. More