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      PSG plan transfer swap deal with Chelsea for striker Christopher Nkunku with international star heading the other way

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN have offered Chelsea a surprise swap deal involving forward Christopher Nkunku, according to reports.The Ligue 1 champs would be willing to send French international Randal Kolo Muani the other way if it meant they could be reunited with Nkunku.PSG are considering a sensational swap deal for Christopher NkunkuPSG are willing to send forward Randal Kolo Muani the other wayThe Parisians are keen on bringing their former youth product back to the Parc Des Princes five years after he left the club.Nkunku is actually Chelsea’s top scorer this term, but he’s played 163 Prem minutes since his sole start on the opening day defeat to Man City.Nkunku has scored 11 goals in all competitions this season, though 10 of those have been in the Carabao Cup and Conference League, while the other was through a subbed appearance at Wolves.But for all the European goals since September, playing time in the Prem has been hard to come by for Nkunku.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHe has failed to break into the Blues starting XI in the Prem, with manager Enzo Maresca admitting that he deserves more chances, but there’s too many attackers to choose from in his bloated squad.With Cole Palmer playing in his ideal No.10 position, and Nicolas Jackson firing as the No.9, Nkunku’s had to watch most weekends from the bench.The Frenchman scored his latest goal in Chelsea’s 1-0 win over Heidenheim in the Conference League on Thursday, extending the club’s 100 per cent record in Europe this season.And Chelsea fans do value Nkunku, with many of them thrilled to welcome his £52m arrival 18 months ago from RB Leipzig, where he scored 70 goals and provided 56 assists in 172 matches.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSNkunku still has five years remaining on his contract with the Blues, with his first season at Stamford Bridge marred by a series of injury problems.But with his current chances limited, the 27-year-old could be open to returning to his former side.He made 78 appearances for PSG but didn’t achieve significant success on an individual level, scoring 11 goals during Kylian Mbappe’s reign. World Cup finalist Muani, 25, is said to be being considered as part of a swap deal, as he is not in current PSG manager Luis Enrique’s plans.Chelsea searched for a striker over the summer and Muani may well fit the bill in terms of competition for Jackson, but it is claimed that the Blues aren’t yet considering such a swap.Maresca wants Nkunku to stay and sent a message to disgruntled Chelsea stars after Thursday’s 2-0 win.He said: “They (the players) are ready and it’s important. Filip did a very good game, Christo Nkunku the same. We have nine or 10 games in December so they are going to get more chances. They need to be ready.”Meanwhile, Manchester United are also monitoring Nkunku’s dilemma at Chelsea.United could sign him to replace Joshua Zirkzee, who has failed to impress at Old Trafford since joining in the summer.Chelsea ratings vs HeidenheimChelsea remained at the top of the table with a hard-fought 2-0 win over Heidenheim.Christopher Nkunku and Mykhailo Mudryk got on the scoresheet as the Bundesliga side gave them their toughest test so far in the Conference League.The Blues were not at their best in the opening 45 minutes but were far better after a half-time team talk from Enzo Maresca.Click here to see how SunSport’s Alex Smith rated the Chelsea performances. More

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      Meet Marcus Rashford’s new Wag Grace Jackson, the Love Island bombshell who models for EGO and used to date Joey Essex

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      GRACE JACKSON is the former Love Island star dating Marcus Rashford.The 25-year-old turned heads when she appeared in the villa earlier this year.Grace Jackson is dating Man Utd star Marcus RashfordCredit: GettyThe Love Island star recently attended a lavish Manchester bashCredit: SplashThe model has gathered a huge social media followingCredit: InstagramGrace, 25, entered Love Island earlier this yearCredit: RexMarcus Rashford has been dating the former Love Island favouriteCredit: GettyDuring her stint on the show, Grace hooked up with former Towie star Joey Essex.It later emerged that the pair already knew each other, having enjoyed a holiday romance last year.Following the conclusion of Love Island, Grace dated fellow contestant Reuben Collins.But after ending that relationship in September, she has since found love with Manchester United star Rashford.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLGrace hails from Walkden, Manchester, and quickly hit it off with the England international.A pal exclusively told The Sun on Sunday: “Marcus and Grace have been quietly spending time together and he has whisked her on numerous dates around Cheshire.”They get on really well and have lots in common.”During her time in the Love Island villa, Grace amassed a huge social media following.Most read in FootballGrace has nearly 600,000 Instagram followersCredit: instagramHer snaps routinely receive more than 20,000 likesCredit: InstagramThe influencer has been inundated with modelling offersCredit: InstagramGrace hooked up with Joey Essex on Love IslandCredit: RexShe has nearly 600,000 Instagram followers, with her posts routinely receiving more than 20,000 likes.In August she landed a huge six-figure fashion deal with brand EGO, barely a month after leaving the villa.Grace Jackson’s Stylish Breakthrough: From Love Island to Top Fashion DealAt the time, The Sun revealed that Grace accepted the eye-watering deal after being inundated with offers. A rep for Grace told The Sun: “We are so excited to announce after multiple offers Grace has signed a deal with EGO worth six figures.”Grace has always loved EGO and the creative ideas really align with her style and personality.”No other islander has done anything like this for a first brand deal and we know it’s going to be a huge moment for Grace.”The Sun reported that Grace was set to follow in the footsteps of Molly-Mae Hague – becoming the first millionaire of the series.Prior to signing with EGO, she also held talks with PrettyLittleThing.READ MORE SUN STORIESRashford, 27, split from childhood sweetheart Lucia Loi last year.The forward recently enjoyed a trip to New York with pals during last month’s international break.Grace is ‘smitten’ with Marcus RashfordCredit: instagramThe influencer loves a night out in ManchesterCredit: SplashGrace did not reach the Love Island finalCredit: SplashShe has been backed to become a Love Island millionaireCredit: Instagram More

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      Wolves fan goes to extreme measures to distract Justin Kluivert taking a penalty in loss to Bournemouth

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      ONE Wolves fan tried his best to stop Justin Kluivert from making history yesterday.The Bournemouth winger became the first player in Premier League history to score a hat-trick of penalties during the Cherries’ 4-2 win over Wolves.One Wolves fan tried their best to put Justin Kluivert off when the Bournemouth star took his third penalty on SaturdayCredit: AFPThe supporter readied himself as Kluivert stepped upCredit: Premier LeagueHe dropped his trousers to expose his underwearCredit: Premier LeagueThe fan then bared all by lifting his top up tooCredit: Premier LeagueThe fan’s efforts were ultimately in vein as Kluivert netted the spot-kick to become the first player in Premier League history to score a hat-trick of penaltiesCredit: GettyBut as he stepped up to take his record-breaking third spot-kick in the 74th minute, one Wolves fan bared it all to try and put him off.The brave Wolves supporter took advantage of his seat directly behind Jose Sa’s goal and spectacularly STRIPPED DOWN to his pants.But despite braving the late November conditions, the wishful Wolves fan saw his efforts prove fruitless as Kluivert tucked home from 12 yards.Nonetheless fans were loving the fans’ efforts and took to social media to react.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne wrote: “So perfect, but it didn’t work”.While another added: “Nooooo. I can’t believe a fan did that and it backfired hahaha”.A third commented: “Doing this on live TV is crazy!”And a fourth joked: ” Worked a treat”.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe unusual moment wasn’t the only story to come out of the crowd at Molineux yesterday.Wolves keeper Sa was restrained by security after a row broke out with one of his own fans at half-time.Wolves goalkeeper Jose Sa has to be held back by security in row with fanWith Wolves trailing 3-1 at the break tensions boiled over causing the intense back and forth.Sa walked around the goal he had been defending in the first half and proceeded to point and shout at someone in the crowd.Security held him back as they attempted to prevent the Wolves shot-stopper from getting any closer.A fan in a Wolves shirt was then seen being escorted out by security.Jose Sa found himself arguing with a fan in the crowdCredit: ReutersStewards tried to calm down and restrain the Wolves keeperCredit: AFPA fan in a Wolves shirt was escorted from the standsCredit: Rex More

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      Luton to be forced into massive pay-off if Rob Edwards is sacked with Hatters treading water in Championship

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      LUTON will have to come up with a massive pay-off to sack struggling boss Rob Edwards.The Hatters need to find as much as £1.5MILLION if they fire Edwards, with Luton treading water in the Championship this season.Luton Town could have to fork out £1.5m to sack Rob EdwardsCredit: GettyLuton fought until the final day of the season to stay afloat in the Premier League last term but ultimately saw their brief spell in the top flight come to an end.And after a valiant effort amongst the big boys, everything is beginning to unravel in the Championship.Luton sit 19th in the division, only three points above the drop zone, and have won just two of their last eight games in the league.By comparison the other two relegated sides from last season, Sheffield United and Burnley, are currently occupying the top two spots in the Championship.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAs such, that has piled huge pressure on boss Rob Edwards, who had bought himself plenty of time as boss by helping Luton gain promotion to the big time in the first place.But if the bosses at Kenilworth Road do want to shift on the 41-year-old then they will have to fork out some serious cash.That’s because Edwards penned a new four-year deal in June when he was the Hatters’ flavour of the month.Now that seems a distant memory as Norwich City piled more misery on Edwards and his team in a 4-2 defeat at Carrow Road on Saturday.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSSpeaking after the game, Edwards pinned the blame on his players rather than himself.He said: “People have got to fix it quickly, otherwise they won’t play.Luton star Liam Walsh is sent off just 36 seconds after coming on against Oxford”Too many times it’s happened, but today it was so, so evident.“The plan was good, there was a good performance there, and we should have come away winning the game, but we’ve made four massive errors individually and it’s cost us a game of football again.”Luton lost 4-2 to Norwich City on SaturdayCredit: Getty More

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      Top Premier League goalkeeper’s future in doubt with manager and director of football embroiled in transfer battle

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      WHICH top Prem keeper’s future is in question with his club’s boss and director of football split over their opinions of him?The shot-stopper may even move next month with the pair bickering about his abilities.A Prem stopper’s future is in doubtCredit: GettyThe issue is now being disguised but will come to a head if the club’s other keeper is NOT sold in the January window.ALIOU CISSE could make a managerial move to Britain after parting ways with Senegal in October.Former midfielder Cisse, 48,  is desperate to work in England after playing here for Birmingham and Portsmouth.The respected coach spent almost a decade as his national team’s boss before deciding he wanted a new challenge.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSCisse’s strong links with African players and that market may make him appealing for some clubs looking for a new manager.Aliou Cisse has impressed while managing SenegalCredit: RexBLACKBURN are trialling Dundalk winger Eoin Kenny — the son of former Republic of Ireland boss Stephen.The prospect, 18, would be a cheap buy and Rovers are after bargains. Kenny is trying to impress at Ewood Park and waiting to see  if he gets a deal.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSStephen Kenny’s son is bidding to earn a contract at BlackburnCredit: SportsfileAUSSIE midfielder Cameron Peupion wants to get away from Brighton after a difficult couple of years.Peupion, 22, is a free agent at the end of the season and could move out in the next window to start playing regularly.Ruud van Nistelrooy announced as Leicester manager as Man Utd legend makes swift return to Premier LeagueSeagulls signed Peupion from Sydney in 2020 but he was sent out on loan at Cheltenham last season.The winger has made five first team appearances for Brighton.Cameron Peupion has struggled for game time at BrightonCredit: Getty More

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      Liverpool midfielder Tyler Morton lined up for Sheffield United transfer as Blades look to recover from Arblaster injury

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      SHEFFIELD UNITED may make a loan move for Liverpool midfielder Tyler Morton — to soften the blow of losing Oli Arblaster.Morton, 18, has already shown he can handle the Championship in spells at Blackburn and Hull and could now get a third crack.Sheffield United are considering a loan move for Liverpool and England U21 star Tyler MortonCredit: GettyThe Blades need a short-term solution after the loss of injured midfield ace Arblaster, 20, and Morton was surprisingly left at the Kop this term.United have been looking at foreign targets too but those projects would need sales to make them happen and to create vacancies in their talented squad.Morton managed three goals and five assists in 40 Championship appearances for Blackburn last season.This term he has mostly been resigned to the bench for Liverpool under Arne Slot and has made just two appearances in the Carabao Cup against Brighton and West Ham.READ MORE TRANSFER NEWSAt youth level Morton has excelled in the Premier League 2, the Prem’s development league, scoring three times and setting up another in just three appearances.Morton is also a England U21 international and was called up to Ben Futcher’s squad for friendlies against the Netherlands and Spain in November.Sheffield United look like they will be keeping hold of another rising star from the Premier League too.Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner is happy for Jesurun Rak-Sakyi to stay on loan at the Blades.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSGlasner wanted Rak-Sakyi to get game time and it paid off with Eagles fans keen on him returning to boost their Prem survival scrap.But the Palace manager plans to let Rak-Sakyi, 22, stay at Bramall Lane rather than become part of his thin squad.Since arriving in Sheffield Rak-Sakyi has scored four goals and registered two assists in 17 Championship games.Jesurun Rak-Sakyi is expected to remain on loan at Sheffield UnitedCredit: RexRuben Amorim makes Man Utd transfers vow as new boss wastes no time in stamping authority on new employers More

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      Man City line up 6ft5in La Liga star as club chiefs look to solve defensive crisis in transfer window

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      MANCHESTER CITY chiefs are tracking little-known Sierra Leone defender Juma Bah.Etihad scouts are keeping tabs on the teenage centre-back, who plays for Ronaldo-owned Spanish side Real Valladolid — and could make a move in the January window.Juma Bah of Real Valladolid is a target for Man CityCredit: GettyBah, 18, has made a big impression during his debut LaLiga season after being signed on loan from AIK Freetong back home.Newcastle are also believed to be interested in the 6ft 5in youngster, with Everton and Crystal Palace watching him too.The giant defender has appeared seven times for Valladolid this campaign.He began his youth career with AIK Freetong in 2021, before starring on loan at Sierra Leone National Premier League side Freetonians SLIFA.Read more football newsFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBah joined Valladolid this summer, and was originally expected to play for their B side.However, he has since been fast-tracked into the first team and has already seen plenty of action, despite his tender years.When he made his debut against Real Sociedad in a 0-0 home draw – Bah made history.He became the first Sierra Leone-born player to play in the Spanish top tier.Most read in FootballMan City could be busy when the January transfer window opens.Moment Pep Guardiola launches furious F-word rant at ‘unacceptable’ Phil Foden captured in Man City documentaryBoss Pep Guardiola will be keen to address his club’s recent slump, which saw his team go six games without a win in all competitions.During that horror run, City conceded a whopping 17 goals.The champions have also been linked with a move to bolster their midfield.As SunSport told you, the Premier League champions are planning a £50.3 million January swoop for Martin Zubimendi.The release clause in Zubimendi’s contract would not be a problem, although manager Guardiola was initially not keen on making any major moves in the January market.City’s injury pile-up and dismal form could signal a rethink, as Guardiola is equally reluctant to pile too much pressure on his younger players. More

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      Laura Woods shows off blossoming baby bump at Wembley as ITV host presents England Lionesses draw with United States

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      LAURA Woods looked radiant as ever as she showed of her blossoming baby bump at Wembley.The stunning ITV host, 37, was on duty to present England’s Lionesses’ clash with the USA.Laura Woods showed off her blossoming baby bump hosting for ITV SportCredit: BackGridWoods was on duty for England’s Lionesses against USA at WembleyCredit: BackGridShe is expecting her first child with Love Island alumni Adam Collard.Woods announced she was pregnant back in July.She managed to keep her pregnancy a secret throughout the entirety of Euro 2024, before making the announcement before she jetted to Paris to cover the Olympics.But ever since the cat’s been out the bag, Woods has been confidently giving fans a glimpse of her growing bump.read more on Laura WoodsAs always, Woods looked elegant as she reported pitchside.She wore a long black dress that hugged her figure, as well as a long camel coat.Woods matched her black dress with a pair of sturdy black boots.Earlier this month, the TNT Sports host showed off her baby bump on Instagram, where she has over 760,000 followers.Most read in FootballWatch hilarious moment Laura Woods cracks cheeky joke live on TNT Sports leaving Ferdinand and Crouch in stitchesTaking to social media she posted an image of her bump alongside the caption: “Bloody hellllll”.Woods and Collard announced they were engaged in September.FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe happy couple started dating last year and the reality TV personality got down on one knee on the beach in Cornwall to pop the big question.Woods then showed off her dazzling ring on live TV while presenting TNT’s Champions League coverage.She is yet to announce when she and Collard are set to tie the knot, while she hasn’t given a due date for her baby either.TNT Sports host Woods recently showed of her bump on InstagramCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyAdam Collard and Laura Woods began dating last yearCredit: Instagram @adamcollardBack in July, Woods revealed she and Collard were expecting their first babyCredit: @Laurawoodsy/InstagramCollard and Woods got engaged in Cornwall in SeptemberCredit: Instagram More