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      Moment footballer ARRESTED during match & hauled off pitch in handcuffs by cops – just minutes after scoring a goal

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      THIS is the moment a footballer is arrested during a match and escorted off the pitch – while just moment earlier he’d scored a goal.The non-league player came on in the 52nd minute with his team, Baglan Dragons, trailing 3-1 in the JD Cymru South game against Cwmbran Celtic on September 7.The 31-year-old footballer is escorted off the pitch by two copsCredit: TwitterAfter creating two goals and scoring another, the 31-year-old carried his team to a narrow 4-3 triumph in the second-tier Welsh league game. But his afternoon ended five minutes from time when two policemen walked onto the pitch and escorted him away.In a video posted on X, spectators appeared to shout words of encouragement to the player, before clapping him off the pitch. The poster captioned the video: “Just a casual game in the Welsh leagues.Read more Sport”A lad gets subbed on, scores a goal and gets an assist. Then gets arrested in the 85th minute. Only in South Wales”.After the game, a disconsolate Cwmbran manager Simon Berry said of the incident: “Fair play to him, he came on the pitch and completely transformed the game.”He assisted in the two goals that drew them level and then banged in the winner.“He played really well for 20 minutes and then the police arrived and took him away.Most read in Football”There was a three minute stoppage in the game and Baglan were forced to substitute him before he was escorted away.“It was a mad few minutes, a bit surreal. If they’d come a bit earlier for him before he came on we might have held onto our lead.”X, formerly Twitter, users expressed their confusion after the clip was posted.One asked: “What did he do?”Another echoed: “Why did he get arrested?”Others shared memories of past intrusions in Welsh football games, with one saying: “Don’t forget last year up at caernarfon either where a knife was allegedly drawn in the stand”.Baglan Dragons were promoted to the Cymru South league in 2023 after beating Risca United in the Ardal South Promotion Play-Off final. The team finished in tenth place in the 2023/4 season, with victories against local rivals Afan Lido, Goytre United, Trefelin and Pontardawe Town.The recent win against Cwmbran Celtic seems to be the first in several fixtures, with recent losses to Penrhiwceiber Rangers, Trefelin BGC, Ammanford AFC and Carmarthen Town. A spokesperson for the South Wales Police said: “Officers arrested a 31-year-old man on suspicion of theft. He was later released without charge.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Sun Online has approached Baglan Dragons for comment.Two police officers are seen walking across the pitchCredit: Twitter More

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      I rebuilt Man Utd star Rashford’s wrecked Rolls-Royce – it cost me £324k and I even had to buy a new car just for parts

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      MARCUS RASHFORD’S wrecked old Rolls Royce Wraith has been rebuilt by a YouTuber in a stunning six-month project that cost more than £300,000.YouTuber Mat Armstrong started the project on the Rolls Royce Wraith Mansory edition half a year ago when he bought the car for £184,000 at auction.YouTuber Mat Armstrong brought Marcus Rashford’s wrecked Rolls RoyceCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacHe started the project six months agoCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacThe car was totalled from a traffic collision with Rashford behind the wheelCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacThe car cost £184,000 at a car wreck auction saleCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacIt needed a lot of work done to the interior to get it back up to standardCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacThe Rolls Royce was badly damaged on the left sideCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacThe project required an almost total rebuild of the vehicleCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacIt even included Armstrong splashing out £90k on a second Rolls Royce just for partsCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacIn April he revealed Rashford helped him out by helping to fund and provide some parts of the car that the Manchester United star had originally paid £700,000 for. The custom Mansory Black Badge Wraith was written off after it was involved in a collision last September and suffered extensive damage to the left side with Rashford behind the wheel, though, fortunately, no one was hurt in the accident.And Armstong, who has 3.32 million subscribers on his channel, has posted the latest update of the project on his channel.The petrolhead – along with his dad and friends – has been getting his hands dirty for half the year in an attempt to restore the car.READ MORE ON MAN UTDBut Rolls Royce Mansory parts do not come cheaply, and Armstrong revealed in his first video on the project that he needed to splash £90,000 on a second Rolls Royce just for the parts.However, Armstrong’s labour has finally paid off, with the car once again road-worthy.The 47-minute video about the restoration programme kicked off with Armstrong revealing the excruciating detail of the interior design.Countless electrical wires and bolts were needed to bring the interior up to scratch, with the stunning blue seats, carpets and inside lights costing £35,000 alone.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSArmstrong’s father had spent an extraordinary amount of time sorting the wiring for the left door, while they even needed to adjust the boot by bashing it with a hammer to make sure the door would lock in place.However, the intricate nature of the electronics meant even more time was needed to properly code the car.How Marcus Rashford crashed prized Rolls RoyceEven after this, they unfortunately found four electrical faults relating to airbags, seatbelt tension and headrest faults.Additional costs had to be considered too, with the side skirting (£7,000) and an additional forged carbon fibre topping (£2,500)on just one side costing £9,500.Work was also done on the exhaust system.The designer Mansory exhaust mufflers set Armstrong back more than £4,600, with the middle pipework without mufflers used with custom-made quicksilver exhausts costing £2,500.There was then the black rear bumper that brought the total for the rear of the car up to around £20,000, £700 of which was spent on black paint alone.After all was said and done with the bodywork of the Rolls Royce, work was also needed to get the suspension correct.To do this it took an hour to inflate and deflate the wheels and measure them to where they wanted it to be correctly, with the follow-up coding for this then taking one hour to complete.Armstrong ended the video by going to get some custom wheel rims, before revealing the overall cost of the project was £324,000.READ MORE SUN STORIESHowever, Armstrong hinted that the project still had some additions to be made, which he teased would be revealed in a later video.Rashford, meanwhile, has replaced his Rolls with an almost identical one. The Mansory interior of the car was worth £35,000 aloneCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacThe rebuild took painstaking effort from Armstong and his familyCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacThere were lots of intricate electrical wires and bolts which needed sortingCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacArmstrong’s father stayed in high spirits despite taking a long time on one doorCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacIt took a whole day to sort out the doorCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacThe stunning interior was custom-made to Rashford’s specification when originally boughtCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacNext were the exhaust mufflersCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacThe rear bumper had a cover worth £2,900 aloneCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacThe exhaust system and rear bumper cost around £20,000 overallCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacIt then took a staggering amount of time to get the suspension and car electronics nailed downCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacThe Rolls Royce was eventually made road worthy againCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacThe overall cost of the project set Armstrong back £324,000Credit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacIt looked stunning as the lights came on as evening hitCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacArmstrong got some custom rims for the wheels to complete the lookCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacThey came with his initials onCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacThere was a cardboard cut out showing Rashford ‘approving’ the rimsCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacBut Armstrong teased another future video on the Rolls RoyceCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQacWith only around 1,000 miles on it, Armstrong appears to think he could make a profitCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLEHxCChQac More

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      New vid shows rapist Dani Alves playing football for 1st time in Barcelona after prison release on €1million bail

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      DISGRACED footballer Dani Alves has been seen playing football for the first time since his release from prison in Spain.A new video appeared to show the convicted rapist playing alongside his pals and fans at a pitch in Barcelona.Dani Alves leaving prison in March after serving just four weeks of his sentenceAlves was seen playing football at an informal match in BarcelonaCredit: Twitter / @ssvideos8The disgraced footballer donned a Boca Juniors shirtCredit: Twitter / @ssvideos8Alves makes weekly appearances in court as part of his bail conditions, pictured here last Friday with his lawyerCredit: EPAThe 41-year-old Brazilian spent just four weeks of his sentence behind bars after a rape conviction – stumping up £850k to be released on bail.Ex-Barcelona star Alves hopes to be acquitted and restore his public image, eventually making a shocking comeback to the sport, El Pais reports.But the shamed rapist already gave a glimpse of his return as he joined a casual match on an artificial turf pitch in Barcelona, according to Spanish outlet Marca.Alves reportedly organised the match through a mobile app designed to help users find local players and set up informal matches with people they don’t necessarily know.Read more on Dani AlvesThe disgraced ace added an unexpected twist to his appearance by going to the game with several friends and wearing a jersey from Boca Juniors, an Argentine team he has never played for.The other players didn’t seem to notice the Brazilian football player at first, but soon enough, his presence created a stir. Alves started to get recognised by the crowd, with many asking for pictures with the convicted rapist after the game.He served a few weeks of his four-and-a-half-year sentence before being released on bail from a prison near Barcelona in March.Most read in FootballAccording to reports, Alves and his estranged wife Joana Sanz are holed up in their £4million Spanish mansion for most of the time.Moment rapist Dani Alves walks FREE from prison just weeks into his 4.5-year sentence after paying €1m bailAlves’ relationship to Joana Sanz broke down after the shocking rape accusations came outCredit: GettyBut the on-and-off couple are said to be living a low life in their luxurious mansion in EspluguesCredit: Instagram/danialvesThe Brazil ace also had a remarkable career at BarcelonaCredit: GettyBut the former footballer did recently visit a high-end Barcelona hotel, enjoying wagyu beef steak with a friend, El Periodico reports.The pair reportedly dined on a variety of expensive dishes from the steakhouse restaurant as Alves spoke to press about his parole terms.Alves told a reporter he has to “play a game” in court during weekly appearances while on bail.Struggling financially since losing his income and hefty sponsorship, the shamed footballer does not expect football clubs or companies to return even if he is acquitted, El Pais reports.It is not clear exactly in what role he plans to return to the world of professional football.The Brazilian had made several attempts before his conviction to get bail, but they were turned down in part because he was deemed a flight risk.Days of speculation preceded his release from jail over where the money was going to come from.Despite earning over £45million across his successful career, Alves had his bank accounts frozen when he was sat in his jail cell meaning he couldn’t fund his own release.Just hours after the disgraced star was released he hosted an all-night party at his £4.5m mansion in Esplugues de LLobregat – a 25-minute drive west of Barcelona.Dani Alves rape case: a timelineDECEMBER 30, 2022: Brazilian footballer Dani Alves allegedly raped a woman in a nightclub in Barcelona.JANUARY 20, 2023: Alves is arrested and is held in pre-trial detention.FEBRUARY 2024: In a trial held in Barcelona, the footballer denied the allegations and said the encounter had been consensual. Held at Barcelona’s Audiencia Provincial Court, the trial lasted three days and saw the victim, witnesses, and experts testify.His accuser told the prosecution that she had willingly entered the bathroom with him, but that he forced her to stay after she wanted to leave.In court she claimed that he was aggressive with her, slapping her and insulting her, and then forced her to have sex with him.Following the trial, Alves was found guilty of raping the woman.FEBRUARY 22, 2024: Alves was convicted and sentenced to four and a half years in prison.The court also ordered Alves to pay £130K (150,000 euros) in compensation to the victim.Alves’ lawyers immediately appealed his sentence.MARCH 20, 2024: A Barcelona court released Alves on a bail of €1million (£850k) pending an appeal on his conviction.MARCH 25, 2024: Convicted rapist Alves left Brians 2 Prison after spending just weeks behind bars – stumping up £850k to be released on bail.PRESENT DAY: His defence is seeking his acquittal while the prosecutor wants his prison sentence increased to nine years.There is no date yet for the new trial at a higher court in Barcelona. It can then go to the Supreme Court in Madrid.Meanwhile, Alves and his estranged wife Joana Sanz are holed up in their £4million Spanish mansion in the outskirts of Barcelona.Days later, Spanish media reported that supermodel Sanz had already paid Alves a visit.Following reports that their marriage was over, Sanz shared a picture of the pair holding hands with matching tattoos to her Instagram last week.Alves, once a serial winner on the football pitch with 44 medals to his name, was arrested by Catalan police in January 2023 and spent over a year behind bars afterwards.Dani Alves was accused of raping the woman in a nightclub in Barcelona on December 30, 2022.He claimed the sexual encounter was consensual, insisting “he would never hurt anyone”.The player was found guilty of rape and sentenced to four-and-a-half years behind bars in February.But on March 20, 2024 a court ruled he could appeal his conviction and get out of his hellhole jail while his team, headed by Ines Guardiola, carried out the appeal.His bail was set at his €1million (£850,000) – a figure originally thought to be getting paid for by pal Neymar Jr’s father, say LaVanguardia.Neymar da Silva Santos Sr had been expected to help Alves pay the money to secure his freedom, but he issued a statement denying he would hand over any cash after coming under political pressure in his homeland.The bail conditions set by the court say Alves must stay at least 1,000m away from the home of the victim or any other place she frequently goes.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe is also banned from ever contacting her and must handover his Brazilian and Spanish passports.The court feared Alves could leave Spain and travel to his native Brazil to try and avoid serving any more jail time.Alves was convicted of rape in February but has only served a month behind barsCredit: APAlves walked free after he struggled to stump up the cash needed to make bail last weekCredit: ReutersAlves is keeping a low profile in his £4m Spanish boltholeCredit: InstagramJoanna Sanz shared this picture of her and estranged husband Dani Alves – with matching tattoos More

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      Man Utd ‘want Eberechi Eze’ as they look to make four key transfers next summer to overhaul team

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      MANCHESTER UNITED chiefs are already drawing up transfer plans for next summer and want to sign four players, according to reports.Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s team are now in charge of the club’s business and they are working on a list of targets to keep an eye on this season.Eberechi Eze is a top target for Man UtdCredit: GettyFree agent Adrien Rabiot remains on the club’s radarCredit: GettyUnited also remain keen on Jarrad BranthwaiteCredit: GettyThe club want a left-back to cover Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia amid injuriesCredit: GettyThe Red Devils want to sign a centre-back, left-back, midfielder and a winger next year.Manchester Evening News claim Eberechi Eze has been identified as a top target for the club.The player is under contract at Crystal Palace until 2027 and there is a £68million release clause in his deal.England star Eze can play as a No10 and out wide, with him set to be “monitored” by Man Utd this campaign.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTheir could be space for him in Erik ten Hag’s squad next season as Antony and Christian Eriksen could leave.SunSport understands the £85m flop is wanted by Fenerbahce on loan, with the club open to offloading him.Meanwhile, Eriksen sees his contract expire at the end of the season.Casemiro also sees his deal end in June and he faces an uncertain future amid poor form.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSMan Utd were keen on free agent Adrien Rabiot and Real Sociedad star Martin Zubimendi in the summer.Talks about the two players could resume, especially if the Frenchman remains unemployed.’Man Utd have wrong bald Dutch manager’ – how Slot schooled Ten Hag at Old TraffordDespite the arrivals of Leny Yoro and Matthijs de Ligt, they could enter the market for a centre-back again in 12 months.Both Victor Lindelof and Jonny Evans see their contracts run out next summer.Reports suggest United remain interested in Everton star Jarrad Branthwaite.The Toffees declined bids from worth £43m and £50m from Old Trafford as they are holding out for £80m. With Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia continuing to struggle with injuries, a left-back is also wanted by the club.Shaw has not played for Man Utd since February and Malacia last featured in May 2023.Left-back has become a problem area, with Lisandro Martinez and Diogo Dalot filling in there. More

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      Former PSV Eindhoven star faces 30 months in prison over death of four-year-old boy as he withdraws appeal

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      FORMER PSV Eindhoven midfielder Rai Vloet is facing two-and-a-half years in prison for causing a fatal accident which killed a four-year-old boy.The 29-year-old was sentenced last year for the incident which took place in November 2021.Rai Vloet, centre, is facing 30 months behind bars for the fatal accidentCredit: GettyHe opted to appeal the decision after The Public Prosecution Service did the same as they called for his sentence to be increased by a further 12 months.However, ANP have now revealed Vloet’s lawyer, Alrik de Haas, confirmed on Monday that the footballer decided to withdraw his appeal on September 3.The Public Prosecution Service followed suit, meaning Vloet can now expect a summons to serve his two-and-a-half-year prison sentence.He will also have to pay “several hundred thousand euros” in damages.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFollowing the crash on the A4 near Hoofddorp which killed four-year-old Gio Roos, Vloet was found “smelling of alcohol and with bloodshot eyes”.The prosecution later called the speed he was driving at “absurd”.Vloet played 16 games for PSV, including three in the Europa League and one in the Champions League.At the time of the accident, he was at Dutch side Heracles.Most read in FootballSince then, he has gone on to play in Kazakhstan and Russia, but is now a free agent after his contract with Ural Yekaterinburg expired at the end of last season.AD have reported Vloet is considering hanging up his boots.It is understood he wants to serve his sentence “normally”. More

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      Former Man Utd star reveals Alexander Isak has spoken to him about Newcastle transfer from Premier League rivals

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      NOTTINGHAM FOREST winger Anthony Elanga has revealed he spoke to Sweden team-mate Alexander Isak about a potential move to Newcastle.Forest turned down an offer worth up to £50million for Elanga on transfer deadline day.Newcastle made a late push to sign Anthony Elanga on deadline dayCredit: GettyElanga spoke to Newcastle’s Alexander Isak about the potential moveCredit: GettyNewcastle made a last-minute attempt to sign him after missing out on top target Marc Guehi.Eddie Howe was desperate to strengthen his squad wherever possible and turned to Elanga in a bid to bolster his attacking ranks.The 22-year-old was made aware of Howe’s interest and discussed the move with international team-mate Isak.Speaking to Swedish outlet Fotboll Skanalen, he explained: “Isak talked to me about it. But I said the same to him as I say to you.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”We have a good relationship and good chemistry when we play together. But I have a contract with Nottingham.”Elanga insists he is more than happy at the City Ground but hasn’t completely ruled out a move in future.He added: “The environment in Nottingham is good. It is clear that you can see that Newcastle are interested, it means that I am playing good football when a big club shows interest.”But Nottingham is also a big club, they have won two Champions Leagues, even though it was before I was born.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSElanga made 36 Prem appearances for Forest last season”But I’m happy in Nottingham and have a contract there.Elanga joined Nottingham Forest in a £15m transfer from Manchester United last summer and has since made 43 appearances.Kieran Trippier goes viral during Newcastle’s clash at Bournemouth after painful moment is caught on Sky Sports camerasThe Sweden international has started all three Premier League games for Nuno Espirito Santo’s side so far this season.He managed five goals and nine assists last term.Changes to the Premier League for 2024/25NOTHING stays the same forever.And that includes the Premier League, which is making a number of tweaks this season.Team news will now be released 75 MINUTES before kick-off, 15 minutes earlier than had been the case before.Things could get crowded on the touchline, with the number of substitutes permitted to warm-up boosted from three players per team to FIVE.There’s also a change to how added time is calculated when a team scores a goal, an update to the ‘multiball’ system and the introduction of semi-automated offsides – but not straight away.Go here to read about all the changes to the Premier League for 2024/25. More

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      England U21 vs Austria U21 preview: Free betting tips, odds, predictions

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      AFTER a sluggish beginning to life without Lee Carsley, England’s U21s host Austria tonight in a friendly at Kenilworth Road.SunSport betting experts have previewed the contest and selected the best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses from our leading betting partners.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereNew sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesEngland U21 vs Austria U21 previewIt wasn’t a stellar start to life without Lee Carsley.England’s young team were held to a goalless draw by Northern Ireland in Euro 2021 qualifying on Friday night.They dominated much of the game and of course had the better chances, but could quite easily have lost the game late on when the hosts countered well.It was only the second time since March 2023 that England U21s failed to win a game, with Northern Ireland boss Tommy Wright – who won the Scottish Cup in his time at St Johnstone – hailing it one of his proudest nights.They’re short odds to win tonight against an Austria side who themselves don’t taste defeat too often.The visitors are six games without defeat (W3, D3) and have beaten England on English soil at this age group.Ok, that was back in 2005. But interim head coach Ben Futcher won’t want any further slip ups with this talented bunch.What are the odds for England U21 vs Austria U21?Odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.How to claim..William Hill £60 welcome bonusVisit the William Hill website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: T60Once your account is registered, click ‘opt in’ on the ‘Vegas Promotion’ pageDeposit a minimum of £10 in your main account to receive a £20 Vegas Bonus for use on Selected GamesThen place a bet with a minimum stake of £10 at odds of 1/2 or greater on any football marketOnce that’s settled, your account will be credited with £40 in free betsWilliam Hill: Claim £60 welcome bonus – click here*England U21 vs Austria U21 betting tips and predictionsWin and goalsThey need a reaction after that desperately disappointing display across the Irish Sea.This group is too talented not to get that reaction and they’re fancied to put on a show on home soil.England U21s to win and 3 or more goals in the game at 11/10 with William Hill – CLAIM HERE*William Hill. 18+. Play Safe. New players only, using promo code T60. Valid from 13/04/2022. Online play. Get £60 Bonus split between Vegas & Sports in the following manner – (i) Deposit £10 to unlock £20 Vegas Free Bet on Selected Games (72hr expiry, wagering reqs apply); then (ii) bet £10+ (odds 1/2+) with cash (excl. £10 deposit) or Vegas winnings (after wager reqs met). Once settled, receive £40 Sports Free Bets excluding Virtual Markets (4x £10, 7 days expiry). Payment methods & country restrictions apply. Full T&Cs apply.*Betfred. New customers only. Register with BETFRED50. Deposit £10+ via Debit Card and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. T&Cs apply.*BetMGM. New cust only. 7 days to opt in by placing a £10 qualifying bet at 1/1 (2.0) odds or greater to receive 6x Free Bets: 1 x £10 horse racing, 2 x £10 Bet Builder, 2 x £10 Acca and 1 x £10 football. 7 day expiry. Exclusions apply. Stake not returned. 18+. T&Cs apply.*talkSPORT BET. 18+ New customers only. Opt in & bet £10+ via mobile on any football market at 2.00+ odds within 7 days. No Cash out. Get 6x £5 Free Bets on selected markets. Free bets expire in 7 days. Card payments & Apple Pay only. T&Cs apply, see below. GambleAware.org | Please gamble responsibly*Tote. New customers online only. Eligibility restrictions apply. Only valid with code B10G40 on registration. £10 min qualifying bet at 1/1 (2.0) odds or greater across sports or racing (if EW then min £10 Win + £10 Place). Receive £20 Tote Credit, £10 Free Sports Bet and 50 Free Spins on Big Bass Bonanza within 48 hours of qualifying bet settlement. 7-day expiry on free bets & Tote Credit. Your first bet will be your qualifying bet. One per customer. UK & ROI customers only. 18+. Full T&Cs apply. Gambleaware.org. Full T&Cs apply.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk More

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      Victor Osimhen is ‘a few little details’ away from joining Chelsea, claims Mikel as he hints at January transfer

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      CHELSEA legend John Obi Mikel claims Victor Osimhen remains “very, very close” to joining the club.The 25-year-old was heavily linked with a move from Napoli to Stamford Bridge over the summer.Victor Osimhen nearly joined Chelsea and talks are set to resume in the futureCredit: GettyChelsea legend John Obi Mikel lifted the lid on negotiationsBut the switch failed to materialise and after he was left out of the Italian side’s squad, he joined Galatasaray on loan until the end of the season.However, the transfer saga is not over yet as Mikel hinted that Osimhen could still join Chelsea.The retired icon, who knows the striker from their days together in the Nigeria team and was involved in talks, told his podcast: “We were very, very close to getting this deal done.”But it was just slight issues, slight little problems that we just couldn’t get over the line. READ MORE ON CHELSEA”I know what Victor wanted, I know what the club offered him, I know where we got to.”We finally got to a compromise. Both sides had to compromise – paperwork, medical and a few issues that we just couldn’t get over the line and then we didn’t have much time.”I think both sides really played their part in terms of getting the deal done and I commend Chelsea for that because I could see the ambition of where they can take this club.”Also on Victor’s side, I think we have to pick this up again. Whatever it is, January or next summer. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”We know where we are, we know where we’ve stopped and it’s just little details that need to be finalised and the deal will be done.”So for me, the club is in a very happy place with Victor and he is in a very happy place.”Chaos as Victor Osimhen is greeted by flare-wielding Galatasaray fans as he leads them in chant at 4am after transferMikel said playing in the Premier League is Osimhen’s dream.But SunSport revealed that the player’s astonishing £500,000-a-week wage demands held up the deal.It would make Osimhen, who has a £110million release clause in his Napoli contract, the highest paid player in the Prem.Mikel said: “Victor is not a greedy boy. He’s not a greedy guy.”He just wants to play football and get what he deserves and that’s not a problem. “A player knowing what he’s worth and demanding to be paid what he what he’s worth, that’s not a problem.” More