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    Marcus Rashford reveals he is ‘ready for a new challenge’ days after shock omission from Man Utd squad for derby triumph

    MARCUS RASHFORD has admitted he is “ready for a new challenge” after being left out of the Manchester derby.The Manchester United forward has struggled for form over the last 12 months.Marcus Rashford has revealed he is ready for a ‘new challenge’Credit: GettyRuben Amorim dropped Rashford from the squad to face Manchester CityCredit: PAIt was thought that he would be given a fresh start under new manager Ruben Amorim after he replaced Erik ten Hag.Rashford, 27, however, has not managed to convince the Portuguese coach that he should be a key player.The forward, along with Alejandro Garnacho, was left out of the squad for Manchester United’s victory over Manchester City.The omission has come amid speculation that he could be sold by the Red Devils.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd now, Rashford has admitted that he is ready for a “new challenge”.He told journalist Henry Winter: “For me, personally, I think I’m ready for a new challenge and the next steps.”Rashford continued to insist that when he does leave Man United, he would not have any “hard feelings”.He added: “When I leave it’s going to be ‘no hard feelings’. You’re not going to have any negative comments from me about Manchester United. That’s me as a person.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”If I know that a situation is already bad I’m not going to make it worse.”I’ve seen how other players have left in the past and I don’t want to be that person.Ruben Amorim vows to ‘find the right solution’ for Marcus Rashford but new Man Utd boss rules out position change “When I leave, I’ll make a statement, and it will be from me.”He had previously been linked with the Ligue 1 giants Paris Saint-Germain when his deal was due to end in 2023.However, he stayed at Old Trafford after extending his contract last year.Pushed for his reaction to being axed from the derby squad, Rashford said: “It’s disheartening to be left out of a derby, but it’s happened, we won the game so let’s move on. “It’s disappointing but I’m also someone as I’ve got older I can deal with setbacks. “What am I going to do about it? Sit there and cry about it. Or do my best the next time I’m available.”United boss Amorim insisted he was not “sending a message” with his selection.But Amorim did say: “We try to evaluate everything – training, performance, game performances, engagement with team-mates, push their team-mates up.”Everything is on the line when we analyse and try to choose the players. It is my selection. Simple.“I don’t want to send a message it is simply an evaluation and they know it. The players are really, really smart.”I pay attention to everything, the way you eat, the way you put your clothes to go to a game. Everything. I make my evaluation and then I decide.”Meanwhile, Rashford has been fired a warning by team-mate Diogo Dalot.The defender claimed that if players want to succeed at Man United they need to “suffer”.Club legend Roy Keane has even insisted that leaving Old Trafford could be the best thing for Rashford.He told Sky Sports: “We need to see how they react to this big disappointment of being left out of the squad in a big game – a big call from the manager… he’s putting a marker down to these players.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I feel probably a move for Marcus definitely would suit the player.”He’s been at the club a long time, a new challenge (would be good).”Roy Keane believes leaving Manchester United could be good for RashfordCredit: X @SkySportsPLMan Utd player ratings vs Man City as sensational Amad Diallo turns derby on its headAMAD DIALLO left Manchester City stunned as he turned the derby on its head.The flying winger won a penalty, converted by Bruno Fernandes, in the dying embers to level it up.But the best was yet to come as Amad flicked past an onrushing Ederson before expertly slotting in a dramatic winner from a tight angle deep into injury time.Here’s how SunSport’s Neil Custis rated the Man Utd players…Andre Onana – 6He just does not fill you with confidence. Does not command his area and as we found out midweek in Plzen, his distribution from the back is a major plus for the opposition.Wasn’t tested that much however.Lisandro Martinez – 7Looking a calmer presence under Amorim than he did before when he seemed to want to live up to his nickname from his Ajax days of ‘The Butcher of Amsterdam’.Great through ball at the end to pick out Amad’s run for the winner.Harry Maguire – 8Had a great battle with Erling Haaland which the United man won.The right call to bring the former captain in for such a big game. Looks like he suits the position in the centre of that back three.Matthijs de Ligt 78′ – 7A decent enough performance. Looked more comfortable alongside Maguire than other centre-back partners.Diogo Dalot – 5Mistimed his jump to be beaten to the ball by Josko Gvardiol for the City opener. Did not create enough going forward from his wing-back role.Bruno Fernandes – 8Missed a big chance after being put through by Hojlund and clipping the ball wide.But when the moment comes from the penalty spot he is a cool head in the hottest of atmospheres sending Ederson the wrong way to equaliseManuel Ugarte – 7Sat in front of the back four and negated much of what Phil Foden was trying to do for the home side.Noussair Mazraoui 78′ – 8The best of the summer buys. Used as the right wing back on this occasion and is able to adjust to whatever is asked of him. One of United’s best performers on the day.Mason Mount 13′ – 6Looked very close to tears when he had to come off after early in the game. He is just getting no luck whatsoever with injuries and has not had a decent run since joining the club.Amad Diallo 90′ – 9The greatest moment of his career so far with a memorable derby winner. A brilliant run first of all to meet Martinez’ pass, he then clipped the ball past Ederson and while it was a scuffed finish he got it on target.Had almost grabbed an equaliser with a flick header before that which was well saved by Ederson.Then was alert to Nunes back pass to win the penalty that did lead to United drawing level.Rasmus Hojlund 78′ – 6Most we saw of him was a head to head confrontation with Walker when the City player slumped to the ground and a little fall of his own when he tried to win a pen.But then he provided a great through ball for Fernandes which should have brought the equaliser.SubsKobbie Mainoo 13′ – 6Did a solid job as he came on in a deeper role than Mount and Fernandes moved forwardJoshua Zirkzee 78′ – 6Not the man who is going to come on and change a game, but he did well to hold onto possession in the closing seconds.Antony 78′ – 6Came on to try and make a difference but is lacking the confidence which a lack of starts brings.Leny Yoro 78′ – 6Continues to ease himself back to full fitness after that summer injury.Victor Lindelof 90′ – 6No time to have any influence on the game. 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    Alejandro Garnacho wins Fifa Puskas award for stunning goal… days after being dropped from squad for Manchester derby

    ALEJANDRO GARNACHO won the Fifa Puskas award for best goal – just days after being dropped from the Manchester United squad. Garnacho and Marcus Rashford were left out the side that travelled to the Etihad for the City derby.Alejandro Garnacho won the Fifa Puskas award for best goalIt was a stunning bicycle kickCredit: GettyGarnacho was dropped by UnitedCredit: RexUnited went onto win 2-1 thanks to late goals from Bruno Fernandes and Amad Diallo. And Old Trafford boss Ruben Amorim suggested the snub was down to performances in matches and in training. But Garnacho did get something to smile about after being awarded the Puskas award for his bicycle kick stunner against Everton in November 2023. The Argentine was not in Qatar to collect the award as Vinicius Jr won the night’s top prize. READ MORE IN football The Real Madrid superstar scooped the men’s player of the year gong ahead of Rodri and Jude Bellingham.It comes after he was pipped to the Ballon d’Or by Manchester City’s Rodri in what was deemed a shock. But Vinicius appeared emotional on stage as he collected his Fifa best award in Qatar. The award – for football from August 2023 to August 2024 – was decided by a mix of public vote, one journalist from each country and the captain and manager of each national team. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSEach group’s vote counted for 25 per cent, with Carlo Ancelotti taking the best men’s coach award. It followed after Ancelotti led Vinicius & Co to the Champions League and LaLiga title. Rodri claims the 2024 Ballon d’Or and is congratulated by his motherVinicius scored 24 goals in 39 appearances last season – including one in the Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund. Real Madrid were already in Doha for Wednesday’s Fifa Intercontinental Cup final against Mexican side Pachuca at Lusail Stadium.Fifa actually revealed details on who each coach and captain voted for.England’s Harry Kane voted for Rodri with international team-mate Bellingham second and Vinicius third.Former interim manager Lee Carsley picked Bellingham, Rodri and Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal.Scotland boss Steve Clarke and Wales manager Craig Bellamy both chose Rodri as their top pick.Wales captain Aaron Ramsey voted for Vinicius while Northern Ireland skipper Paddy McNair chose Rodri.READ MORE SUN STORIESBrazil’s captain and manager both went for Vinicius but their Spanish counterparts selected Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal.Lionel Messi won the best player for the last two years while Robert Lewandowski had won it in 2021 and 2022. Vinicius Jr won Fifa The Best awardCredit: GettyVinicius scooped the award after his Ballon d’Or snubCredit: AFPFifa president Gianni Infantino with ViniciusCredit: AP More

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    ‘Tell me Arteta didn’t say that,’ says Piers Morgan after Arsenal manager’s ’embarrassing’ trophy claim

    PIERS MORGAN was left flabbergasted by Mikel Arteta’s defence of his trophy haul at Arsenal.Arteta has transformed his former club into bonafide title contenders since replacing Unai Emery at the Emirates helm in December 2019.Mikel Arteta guided Arsenal to FA Cup glory in his debut season at the clubCredit: AFPThe Spaniard also counts the Gunners’ Community Shield triumphs during his reign as major trophiesCredit: APGunners superfan Piers Morgan was left stunned by Arteta’s commentsThe north Londoners, however, only have one major trophy to show for all of their manager’s hard work – the 2019-20 FA Cup.But the Gunners’ Spanish supremo insists he’s a THREE-TIME trophy winner.When it was put to him that he’d only won one trophy, the 42-year-old replied: “And the charity shield as well, twice, no? So it’s three.”Arteta’s comments quickly came to the attention of Arsenal superfan Morgan, who wrote on X: “Oh no… please tell me Arteta didn’t say that?”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSMorgan’s followers were quick to react, with one saying: “Yes he did.”Another said: “He didn’t lie though, did he?”And another said: “That’s his idea of success.”One remarked with a series of laughing emojis: “That great mentality – small club.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMikel Arteta’s striker shopping listBy Jordan DaviesARSENAL are stepping up plans to sign a world-class striker in the summer after their Champions League heartbreak.Mikel Arteta splashed out £204.5m last summer on Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber.But the Spanish manager accepts he needs a proven goalscorer to take the club to the next level.And here are the players he is looking at to get the Gunners firing:BENJAMIN SESKO (RB Leipzig, value £40m-£45m)One for the future at 20 years old. Scored 16 goals for RB Salzburg in the Austrian Bundesliga last season and the Slovenian has carried on that good form in Germany with Leipzig this campaign.VIKTOR GYOKERES (Sporting Lisbon, value £60m-£80m)Been scouted several times this season. The Swedish striker, 25, is more of a traditional No 9 so may not suit Arsenal’s demand for flexibility but would bring a physicality that boss Mikel Arteta craves.ALEXANDER ISAK (Newcastle, value £75m-£85m)Impressed in his first two seasons in English football. The Swede, 24, has the pace and finesse to match his finishing ability, and Eddie Howe’s Toon may need to sell to balance the books this summer.JOSHUA ZIRKZEE (Bologna, value £45m-£50m)Dutch wonder  is attracting the attentions of clubs across Europe. At 6ft 4in the 22-year-old forward would have no trouble adapting to the Premier League and already has an eye for goal.XAVI SIMONS (RB Leipzig, value £70m-£80m)An incredible talent in the Bukayo Saka mould, currently on loan from Paris Saint-Germain. The future of the Dutch attacker, 20, depends on how much money his parent club want to make from him.Another chimed in: “Arteta is the new [Erik] Ten Hag. except Ten Hag won two real trophies in less time.”Arteta’s troops could take a giant step towards their first major trophy in nearly five years tomorrow night in their Carabao Cup quarter-final clash with Crystal Palace.Arsenal could turn to Tierney as Arteta hints at January transfer spree He said of the cup run: “It is really helpful, it brings belief, trust, positive energy, touching the cup, and being in the semi-final and beating somebody in the final.“It is that energy and it creates the right path to go and do something else, particularly because of the timing and when the competition is played in this country, it gets that momentum going.“I fully believe in that, the fact that you are winning and you get into the next round and it creates something different around the team and that is why these kind of games are so important.“It keeps everyone on their toes and everyone is willing to play those games and those competitions and if you can win it is momentum and belief and you are ready.”The team is engaged every three days so to try to achieve that for the bigger ones.” More

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    Joey Barton charged with sharing ‘malicious’ posts about Jeremy Vine & Lucy Ward – as he slams ‘woke nonsense’

    JOEY Barton has been charged with sharing “malicious” posts about Jeremy Vine and football commentator Lucy Ward.The former footballer was already accused of targeting pundit Eni Aluko but is now facing further charges against her colleague Lucy.Joey Barton has been charged with malicious communicationsCredit: AlamyHe allegedly lashed out at Lucy WardCredit: GettyHe is also accused of lashing out at BBC star Vine, Liverpool Crown Court was told today.Barton, 41, is now due to appear before magistrates at a later date over the new alleged offences.Cheshire Police confirmed he has been charged with two counts of malicious communications.The force added: “The charges relate to reports of alleged malicious communications online between Wednesday 3 January and Wednesday 20 March, involving two victims.”Read more newsBarton responded to the development on X today – branding it “more woke nonsense”.The ex-manager added “Still no sign of any charges for those from Manchester Airport? Three charges for me for a some jokes on tweets.”Barton has pleaded not guilty over the Eni Aluko tweets and is due to stand trial next year.He landed himself in hot water after launching into alleged attacks against a string of female pundits in December.Most read in FootballThis included Eni and Lucy, who at the time were working as pundits for ITV on the FA Cup clash between Crystal Palace and Everton.Barton allegedly claimed Eni “can’t even kick a ball properly”, before adding: “Your coverage of the game EFC last night, took it to a new low.”Eni Aluko and Lucy Ward, the Fred and Rose West of football commentary.”The former Man City star then accused Eni of being in the “Joseph Stalin category” for “murdering hundreds of thousands of fans’ ears”, it is said.Eni bravely revealed she was seeking legal action after the barrage left her “scared”.Vine was also caught up in a social media spat after Barton branded him a “big bike nonce”.Barton started his football career with Manchester City in 2002 after going through their youth system and went on to make 150 appearances for the club.He then moved to Newcastle United in a £5.8million transfer in July 2007 before leaving for Queens Park Rangers in August 2011.The midfielder was then put on loan to French side Marseille during the 2012-13 season before making his way to Burnley for one season – helping promote them to the Premier League.READ MORE SUN STORIESBarton made one appearance for England in 2007 – despite criticising some of his fellow players.The footballer later attempted a management career with stints at Fleetwood Town and Bristol Rovers.Barton is accused of sharing posts about Jeremy VineCredit: GettyHe is already due to stand trial over alleged abuse aimed at Eni AlukoCredit: Alamy More

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    Mykhailo Mudryk banned from training with Chelsea team-mates as fresh details emerge on shock drug scandal

    MYKHAILO MUDRYK is unable to train with his Chelsea team-mates as fresh details surrounding his drug scandal emerge.The Ukrainian has been provisionally suspended from football and faces up to a FOUR-YEAR ban after failing a doping test.Mykhailo Mudryk is unable to train with his Chelsea team-mates amid his drug scandalCredit: GettyMudryk – who could end up costing the Blues £88.5million – provided a positive result for an A-sample in late October. The winger and Chelsea are now awaiting the result of the B-sample, which will confirm the original test if it also comes back positive.Mudryk is believed to have tested positive for meldonium, a banned metabolic substance similar to insulin.It can apparently allow the body to “use oxygen sparingly and quickly restore energy to prepare for new loads of physical stress.”READ MORE IN football Meldonium is widely used in Eastern Europe and has been on the banned list of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) since 2016.Tennis star Maria Sharapova was banned for 15 months after testing positive for meldonium at the Australian Open that same year.According to journalist Ben Jacobs, Mudryk is unable to train at Cobham due to his provisional suspension.Mudryk categorically denies intentional wrongdoing and passed a test in August and has a specialist law firm dealing with the matter.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe positive A-test occurred on international duty and it’s reported the player believes contamination caused the result.Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has been kept in the loop but is not dealing with the matter day-by-day. ‘I’m getting emotional’ – England manager Thomas Tuchel’s comments on Cole Palmer leave Chelsea fans close to tearsMaresca referred to Mudryk as ill and it is understood the forward did return from international duty sick.The maximum punishment he faces is a four-year ban but Paul Pogba had his reduced to 18 months and is eligible to play again in March. Sharapova had her two-year suspension reduced to 15 months.Mudryk has made 15 appearances this season, with three goals all scored in the Europa Conference League. The positive A-test occurred on international dutyCredit: Getty More

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    Clarification on Dream Team Gameweeks over festive period – don’t get caught out by schedule quirks

    DREAM TEAM managers need to be aware of the schedule throughout the festive period.Gameweeks typically run from Friday night or Saturday morning until Thursday evening but there are some quirks to be aware of in the coming weeks.Dream Team bosses should be aware of the scheduling quirks around ChristmasCredit: Dream TeamGameweek 16 contains a full round of Premier League fixtures to be played over the weekend followed by eight games on Boxing Day (Thursday 26th December) as well as two more the day after (Friday 27th December).Usually, those Friday night games would kickstart the following Gameweek but to simplify things, the two fixtures due to take place on 27th December — Brighton v Brentford and Arsenal v Ipswich – will be included in Gameweek 16.Simply put, all 20 teams will play twice in Gameweek 16 and just once in Gameweek 17 – this is the most important point for gaffers to bear in mind.Arsenal v Ipswich on Friday December 27th is included in Gameweek 16Credit: APLooking ahead to January, Gameweek 18 is also little unusual because of a quirk in the FA Cup scheduling.The majority of the FA Cup third round games will take place in Gameweek 19 but three fixtures have been scheduled for the preceding Thursday and will therefore be part of Gameweek 18.Sheffield United v Cardiff is irrelevant in the context of Dream Team since it’s a meeting between two Championship sides but points will be scored during Everton v Peterborough and Fulham v Watford.This means the Toffees and the Cottagers are set to pull double duty in Gameweek 18.And they won’t be alone since the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-finals are scheduled for Gameweek 18 — four of the following teams will be involved: Arsenal, Crystal Palace, Liverpool, Southampton, Manchester United, Tottenham, Newcastle, Brentford.Most read in FootballAll teams except Everton and Fulham will then double up in Gameweek 19 when a full round of Premier League games follows in midweek after the bulk of the cup action.Fulham and Everton have two fixtures to fulfil in Gameweek 18Credit: GettyIf that all seemed like a word scramble, here’s a concise summary.DREAM TEAM FESTIVE SCHEDULE:GAMEWEEK 16: All 20 teams play twiceGAMEWEEK 17: All 20 teams play onceGAMEWEEK 18: Everton, Fulham and Carabao Cup semi-finalists play twice, 14 other clubs play onceGAMEWEEK 19: All clubs except Everton and Fulham play twiceScore 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 NOWUPCOMING GAMEWEEK DEADLINES:GAMEWEEK 16: 11am Saturday 21st DecemberGAMEWEEK 17: 1pm Sunday 29th DecemberGAMEWEEK 18: 11am Saturday 4th JanuaryGAMEWEEK 19: 6:30pm Friday 10th JanuaryThe schedule is subject to change, as Dream Team bosses recently discovered when the Merseyside derby was postponed on the morning of the game, but you can always check consult the Match Centre if in doubt.You’ll have other things on your mind in the coming weeks but remember to stay on top of all things Dream Team as there will be plenty of points on offer.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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    Tottenham vs Man Utd: Get £30 in free bets and £10 casino bonus with BoyleSports, plus 25% boost on your winnings

    TOTTENHAM and Manchester United recorded welcome wins in the league on Sunday and head into Thursday’s Carabao Cup quarter final full of belief.And BoyleSports are marking the cup contest with a tremendous offer for brand new customers with a whopping £30 in free bets plus an extra £10 casino bonus up for grabs!Wait, there’s also a cracking special with BoyleSports offering ALL customers a whopping 25% boost on your Bet Builder winnings!Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereSpurs vs Man Utd: Get £30 in free bets and £10 casino bonus with BoyleSportsBoyleSports offer and price boostTottenham vs Manchester United: 25% Boost on your Bet Builder winnings – CLAIM HERENew customers who stake £10 will receive £30 in free bets and an extra £10 casino bonus – CLAIM HEREHow to claim..BoyleSports offerVisit the BoyleSports website via your mobile HERE*Register a new account — no Promo Code requiredDeposit a minimum of £10 using CardsPlace a bet of £10 or more at odds of 1/1 or greaterOnce that’s settled, BoyleSports will credit your account with £30 in free bets plus an extra £10 casino bonusBoyleSports – Claim £30 in free bets and a £10 casino bonus HERE*What’s the offer?BoyleSports are offering brand new customers £30 in free bets plus an extra £10 casino bonus. BoyleSports are also offering ALL customers a whopping 25% boost on your Bet Builder winnings!How to claim?Visit the BoyleSports website using your mobile HERE*Register a new account, deposit a minimum of £10 and then stake at least a tenner on any BoyleSports market at odds of 1/1 or greater.What happens next?Once your bet has settled — win or lose — BoyleSports will credit your account with £30 in free bets, plus a further £10 casino bonus.BoyleSports – Claim £30 in free bets and a £10 casino bonus HERE**New UK customers (Excluding NI) only. £40 in FREE Bets (FB) as £30 in sports bets & a £10 casino bonus (CB). Min Deposit £10. Min stake £10. Min odds Evs. FB applied on 1st settlement of any qualifying bet. FB 7-day expiry. 1 FB offer per customer, household & IP address only. Account & Payment restrictions. 14 days to accept £10 CB, then active for 3 days. CB 5x wagering & max redeemable £100. Game restrictions apply. Cashed out/Free Bets won’t apply. 30 days to qualify. 18+. T&Cs apply. 18+. Digital customers only. Min Odds of (3/1). Max stake 20. Available on one bet per selected event. 25% Boost. Boost will be added once all selections have settled. Max boost payout £/€1,000. Offer does not apply to multiple bets. Free/void/cashed out bets won’t qualify. 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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    Premier League stadium looks unrecognisable in incredible new plans to redevelop main stand

    CRYSTAL PALACE have given a major update on plans to redevelop Selhurst Park.The Eagles are looking to build a new main stand and construction work is set to begin at the end of this season.Crystal Palace are set to build a new main standCredit: Crystal Palace/MDCConstruction work will begin at the end of this seasonCredit: Crystal Palace FCA new away changing room is also being builtCredit: Crystal Palace/MDCAn extra 8,000 fans will fit inside Selhurst ParkCredit: GettyThe redevelopment will take the stadium’s capacity from 26,000 to 34,000.There will be improved hospitality and disabled seating areas, with a club museum also added.Palace have announced today that they are in the “final planning phase” and that “enabling works” have already started.This includes new club offices and a new away dressing room being built under the Holmesdale Road stand.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Premier League side have also tweaked the seating plan, fanzone and entrance to the stand since the previous update given in June.Palace are also on the verge of an agreement with Croydon Council over a “construction management plan” that promises minimal disturbances to residents during the building period.Reports state that the project will take two-and-a-half years to complete.And Building Magazine claim the cost of the renovation has soared to £150million.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSPalace chairman Steve Parish said in the summer he wants the club to have “a stadium the whole of South London can be proud of”.He added: “The project is a little behind, but there’s a lot more going on that it seems.Eberechi Eze was rejected by SIX teams including Arsenal as fans say ‘absolute stinker in hindsight’“All of the work we are undertaking now – moving offices so everyone, including the Palace Foundation, is together, building a marketing suite, tanking the Holmesdale basement to build temporary away dressing rooms — these are all essential steps.”We need to increase the revenues of the club.”We need to generate the turnover and move into the same income as the other clubs with larger stadiums – Aston Villa, Newcastle, West Ham – some of which are looking to expand. It’s so important we keep up.“It’s about doing the right things for the club over the long-term, including performing as well as we can on the pitch.” More