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      Tottenham identify England U21 star as Guglielmo Vicario replacement with ‘next N’Golo Kante’ also on transfer wish list

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      TOTTENHAM are checking on Sunderland’s Anthony Patterson for the rest of the year before deciding if the Black Cats keeper will be their emergency signing.Patterson, 24, looks the perfect fit for Spurs, who need cover for injured Guglielmo Vicario — ideally one who would be happy as a reserve.Sunderland youngster Anthony Patterson is a target for TottenhamCredit: AlamyGuglielmo Vicario is going to be out with a longterm injuryCredit: EPAMidfielder Valentin Atangana has been labelled the ‘next N’Golo Kante’Credit: AlamyThe respected Black Cats No1 is ready for the step up to the top flight but it may have to be as a second choice.Sunderland will not want to lose Patterson in their bid for promotion to the Prem — though they usually sell at the right price so Tottenham could do a deal.Spurs have also considered James Trafford at Burnley but the England Under-21 stopper would cost a lot.Ivory Coast keeper Yahia Fofana of French side Angers is in their sights too.Read more football newsPatterson established himself as Sunderland’s first choice goalie in the 2021-2022 season.He has since gone on to star for the club 137 times.Last year, Patterson made his England U21 debut as a half-time substitute in a 2-0 defeat to Japan at St George’s Park.He has been touted as one of the best goalkeepers outside the Premier League.Most read in FootballTottenham snubbed Ollie Watkins transfer as Jose Mourinho refused to pay price tag and signed flop striker instead Man Utd and Liverpool have been linked with a move for Patterson in the past.Meanwhile, Tottenham and Aston Villa have joined the race for Reims’ young midfield star Valentin Atangana.FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe Cameroon-born wonder, 19, is earning rave reviews in France — and 26 top sides watched him play last week.He has been called the next N’Golo Kante by the French media.Atangana has played at various youth levels for France, from U17’s to U21’s.In 2022, he starred for his country in the European Under -17 Championships, who went on to win the competition. More

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      Referee tells off Arsenal star Jorginho for ‘dark arts’ at free kick as fans joke he ‘turned into Ben White’

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      JORGINHO received a ticking-off from referee Anthony Taylor after “turning into Ben White” with some “dark arts” for Arsenal.The former Chelsea star played all 90 minutes as Mikel Arteta’s men moved up to second with a 5-2 win at West Ham.Jorginho showed off his ‘dark arts’ in Arsenal’s 5-2 win at West HamCredit: Sky SportsThe midfielder tried distracting Lukasz Fabianski at a free-kick late onCredit: Sky SportsArsenal scored all five of their goals in a first-half blitz.And the result means they are now within six points of leaders Liverpool, who play defending champs Manchester City on Sunday.The Gunners’ win never looked in doubt after racing into a 4-0 lead.Bukayo Saka’s penalty, which came after a quickfire double from the Hammers, put the result beyond doubt.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut that didn’t stop Jorginho from doing everything possible to get his team over the line.With just moments remaining, Arsenal won a direct free-kick which was lined up by loanee Raheem Sterling.The game was a done deal by that point, with many home supporters already exiting the building.Yet Jorginho showed his competitive side by standing in front of West Ham goalie Lukasz Fabianski in an attempt to play mind games.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe Gunners have become the best in the league for their set-piece routines, with defender White often the focal point for ruffling opposition feathers.But Jorginho’s efforts were quickly picked up by ref Taylor, who gave him a telling off before Sterling’s free-kick sailed over the bar.Moment huge brawl breaks out in West Ham end with punches thrown and fan knocked to ground in London derby vs ArsenalAnthony Taylor made sure to give Jorginho a ticking offCredit: Sky SportsFans were left amazed at the midfielder’s anticsCredit: Sky SportsFans were quick to react to the incident too, with many loving Jorginho’s attempts to replicate the injured White’s set-piece “dark arts.”One said: “Jorginho blissfully epitomising dark arts.”Another declared: “Jorginho still finding the time to be unsporting.”One noted: “Jorginho turned into Ben White for a moment.”Another yelled: “What was he trying to do there?”One fan had a different opinion, adding: “Jorginho ridiculous! Anti-football!” More

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      Man Utd star Marcus Rashford dating Love Island beauty Grace Rosa Jackson following her split from Joey Essex

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      MAN United star Marcus Rashford has been on dates with a former Love Island beauty who used to go out with Joey Essex, The Sun on Sunday can reveal.The England forward, 27, has been seeing model and influencer Grace Rosà Jackson, 25, for months.Marcus Rashford is dating former Love Island beauty Grace JacksonCredit: SplashRashford has been seeing the model for monthsCredit: GettyGrace appeared in the Love Island villa during the summer — where she hooked up with Towie star JoeyCredit: RexA pal said: “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.”Grace appeared in the Love Island villa during the summer — where she hooked up with Towie star Joey, 34.It later emerged that she and Joey had enjoyed a holiday romance together the year before they had appeared on the ITV show.Read More on SportGrace went on to date fellow contestant Reuben Collins. But she called time on that in early September.Grace, from Walkden, Manchester, has since hooked up with Marcus and the pair are said to be “smitten”.Meanwhile, Rashford has been single since splitting with childhood sweetheart Lucia Loi in the summer of 2023.Most read in FootballBut Marcus, who is set to line up today for United against Everton at Old Trafford, now seems loved-up with Grace.In August, former shop worker Grace, who has amassed 594,000 followers on Instagram since leaving the villa, landed a six-figure deal with fashion and shoe brand EGO.Marcus Rashford has started dating stunning catwalk model Erica Correa, The Sun can reveal More

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      Chris Coleman hired by Premier League owner as he takes on tenth managerial job in seventh country

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      CHRIS COLEMAN has joined the Leicester group after being appointed boss of OH Leuven in Belgium.The ex-Wales manager, 54, keeps his colourful managerial adventure going by working in his seventh different country.Chris Coleman has been appointed as the new manager of OH LeuvenCredit: GettyColeman will be working for Leicester chairman Aiyawatt “Top” SrivaddhanaprabhaCredit: GettyColeman, who left AEL Limassol by mutual consent after 11 games last week, has signed an 18-month contract.He will be presented ahead of Sunday’s top-flight home game with Anderlecht in the Belgian pro league.OH Leuven are third bottom in 14th after 15 games.The club are owned by the King Power International Group with Foxes chairman Aiyawatt “Top” Srivaddhanaprabha performing the same role at both clubs.Read More on FootballOH Leuven’s stadium is also called the King Power, like that of Leicester, who appointed Ruud van Nistelrooy as their own manager on Friday night.Coleman worked in Wales where he led his country to the Euro 2016 semi-finals.He managed in England with Fulham, Coventry and Sunderland.But he likes a challenge overseas with various different experiences abroad.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSColeman coached Real Sociedad in Spain, Larissa and Atromitos in Greece and Hebei China Fortune in China before his short stint in Cyprus at AEL Limassol.The Welshman has managed many players around the world but declared in March that none compared to Gareth Bale.Sunderland boss Chris Coleman helps clear snow off pitch before training Coleman said: “[Bale] Is the best player Wales have ever had.”I also think he’s the most successful British player to ever go abroad, he won four Champions League titles, no one has ever done that from Britain.”You don’t have to coach players who are that good, you’ve just got to make sure they have got what they need.”Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Fans joke Wayne Rooney will ‘be able to go to Australia soon’ after his Plymouth side ship 10 goals in dismal five days

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      FOOTBALL fans trolled Plymouth Argyle manager Wayne Rooney after a disastrous five days that saw his team concede a staggering TEN goals.Plymouth suffered a miserable 6-1 loss at Norwich on Tuesday in the Championship.Plymouth boss Wayne Rooney has seen his team concede TEN goals in five daysCredit: GettyPlymouth fans joked Rooney may soon be free to find his wife Coleen in AustraliaCredit: RexAnd then the Pilgrims sustained a 4-0 defeat at the hands of Bristol City at Ashton Gate.That means, Rooney, 39, has now officially lost nine out of 19 matches during his short six-month stint in charge of Plymouth, winning only five games along the way.And some fans took to social media joking that at this pace the Manchester United record goalscorer may soon be free to fly to Australia and find his wife Coleen.The England legend’s missus is currently competing in the hit reality show I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! which takes place Down Under.Read More on FootballOne fan tweeted: “Think he will be able to go to Australia, if this carries on.”Another commented: “Should have gone to the jungle.”A third wrote: “He’d of been better off going in the jungle and let Coleen run the team.”This fan said: “That’s really tough for him.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd that one stated: “Tough week for Wayne Rooney.”Rooney switched to management after rolling credits on his glittering 19-year football career in 2021.Coleen Rooney shocks I’m A Celeb stars with savage swipe at husband WayneThe legendary striker underwent a two-year spell with Derby County and spent a year with DC United as well as Birmingham City before moving to Home Park. More

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      Chelsea legend’s daughter puts on busty display in little black dress days after dad ‘sent her warning’

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      STUNNING Jade Leboeuf defied her dad’s recent ‘warning’ by sharing a snap on Instagram of her in glam little black dress.The gorgeous influencer, 34, looked incredible in new photos on a night out in Paris.Jade Lebouef looked stunning in a little black dress in her latest Instagram postCredit: InstagramBeautiful Jade has been warned by dad Frank Leboeuf about her influencer contentCredit: InstagramShe captioned the snap: “Petit look all black.”Jade is the daughter of Chelsea and France legend Frank Leboeuf.The brunette, who is a reality TV star and model, regularly posts racy pictures of herself in revealing lingerie.The latest snaps come after dad Frank voiced his concern at his daughter’s modelling career, and sullying the family name.More Jade Leboeuf newsHe told French TV show Chez Jordan Deluxe: “I am not worried about Jade, but I give her warnings.”She does a job which is not one I necessarily appreciate. She is an influencer.”I always tell her: ‘You’ve got to protect yourself, you have to know what you are doing, and why.'”If there are people who need advice and tips from my daughter, it’s all well and good if she reassures them.Most read in Football”But this all passes me by a little, as it’s not something that was part of my generation.Chelsea icon’s daughter flashes underwear on camera before going braless in elegant black dress to leave fans speechless”I tell her: ‘Do what you want, but keep in mind that your father is well-known and you will always be Frank Leboeuf’s daughter.'”In every story about her it’s ‘Jade Leboeuf, Frank Leboeuf’s daughter.'”So if there’s a deal where she shows a bit of bare flesh, the media say: ‘Frank Leboeuf’s daughter strips off.'”She explains why and how she does what she does, and things are OK between us.”We speak honestly with one another about the matter. She is following a public profession, so she can’t just do or say anything.”You need to take responsibility for everything you say and do. So I warn her.”Take a look inside Jade’s glamorous life…Jade has built up a loyal following on social mediaCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufThe stunning model is followed by over a quarter of a million peopleCredit: INSTAGRAM @jade_leboeufShe regularly shares risque contentCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufThe French national works as a modelCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufShe was used to the limelight from an early age as the daughter of Chelsea legend Frank LeboeufCredit: Instagram @jadeleboeufJade describes herself as a digital creatorCredit: instagram @jade_leboeufHer posts tend to draw hoards of comments with fans often describing her as ‘beautiful’ and ‘sexy’Credit: instagram @jade_leboeufShe’s not afraid to wear revealing outfitsCredit: jade_leboeuf/instagramSee-through outfits are a favouriteCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufHer father Frank played for Chelsea from 1996 to 2001Credit: Instagram @jadeleboeufHe won two FA Cups during his time in West London when Jade was still a kidCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufHe was also a World Cup winner with France in 1998, giving him legendary status in his home countryCredit: INSTAGRAM @jade_leboeufJade is now making her own wayCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeuf More

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      FA Cup clash DELAYED as referee is substituted after injury… with PA appealing for new official over tannoy

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      AFC WIMBLEDON against Dagenham & Redbridge was halted in bizarre circumstances.The FA Cup second round tie was just 10 minutes old when referee Craig Hicks needed treatment for a leg injury.Referee Craig Hicks receives treatment to a leg injury in a FA Cup second round tieCredit: RexHicks leaves the Cherry Red Records Stadium after he couldn’t continueCredit: RexHe was seen to for two minutes, before it was decided he could not continue.After 14 minutes, he subbed himself off – with a replacement official needed.Incredibly, just moments later, AFC Wimbledon made a PA announcement appealing for a ref.Over the tannoy, it was asked: “Do we have a qualified official in the crowd?”Read more football newsFinally, after 18 minutes, a referee did appear at the Cherry Red Records Stadium and replaced Hicks.The man who took on the role was the original fourth official, Greg Rollason.He was seen heading down from the main stand, to the tunnel area, to talk with the officials about taking over from Hicks.Then, he headed to the centre circle where he was seen limbering up and then blowing the whistle to continue the game.Most read in Football’Referees don’t understand football!’ Ex-Prem ref slams PGMOL for serious Chelsea & Liverpool errorsRollason’s first decision had to made four seconds after the restart, when he awarded a free kick for a push against the home side.Amusingly, the home team’s fans then chanted: “You’re not fit to referee.”BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe situation was reminiscent of last month’s clash between Charlton and Wrexham.There, referee Sam Purkiss went down twice before finally having to come off the pitch with a knee injury.Football fans’ humour, again, kicked in as he left the pitch.The fans chanted: “You’re not fit to referee.” More

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      Moment huge brawl breaks out in West Ham end with punches thrown and fan knocked to ground in London derby vs Arsenal

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      THIS is the moment a huge brawl erupted between fans at the London Stadium.The incident occurred during West Ham’s clash with Arsenal on Saturday evening.Fans in the London Stadium were seen involved in a heated argumentCredit: Jack WaddellOne fan then saw a punch thrown towards them, sparking a brawlCredit: Jack WaddellOne fan was seen falling to the floor before stewards arrived to defuse the situationCredit: Jack WaddellThe Gunners took a 4-0 lead over the Hammers before the hosts scored two goals in quick succession before half-time, though Bukayo Saka then made it 5-2 with the second penalty of the game.The clip shows a group of fans in a heated argument with one another after West Ham went 4-0 down.A punch is then thrown by one man towards the face of another.The man who was punched then responds by rushing towards the other fan and hitting back.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe is then held back by other supporters after the other fan fell to the floor.One other fan who headed to the scene was seen trying to hit the man on the back of his head as he was being held back.After he was escorted away, fans can be heard commenting that the fan who threw the first punch appeared to have been “knocked out”.Stewards promptly arrived on the scene and ushered people away from the area of the incident.Most read in FootballIt is unclear what sparked the brawl in the first place.On the incident, a West Ham spokesperson said: “The club is aware of the incident and will be working to identify the offender(s). “In line with our zero-tolerance approach, anyone identified will have their details passed to the police and will be given an indefinite ban and therefore be unable to enter London Stadium and travel with the club. “There is no place for this kind of behaviour at our Stadium.” More