Artificial Intelligence

Subterms

    More stories

    • 225 Shares109 Views

      in Soccer

      Stunning AI images show how iconic grounds would look if they hadn’t been demolished including Wembley and Highbury

      by

      EIGHT of the current 20 Premier League clubs have moved into new stadiums this century. Iconic grounds such as Highbury and White Hart Lane have been knocked down and replaced by state-of-the-art arenas.Arsenal moved to the Emirates Stadium in 2006Credit: gettySpurs built a new ground to replace the old White Hart LaneCredit: AlamyBut what if some clubs decided to renovate their spiritual homes instead of replace?SunSport, with the help of BonusCodeBets, have used AI to see what those classic stadiums could look like if they had not been demolished.Highbury – ArsenalArsenal left Highbury in 2006 and moved to the 60,000-seater Emirates Stadium.The Gunners were unable to stay and modernise the old venue because the East Stand is a Grade II listed building and redevelopments would have seen houses knocked down.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHighbury has now been converted into flats – but AI reckons its old school-look could have a modern twist if the club remained there.AI’s version of HighburyCredit: Press BoxHighbury has now been converted into flatsCredit: GettyWhite Hart Lane – TottenhamTottenham’s stunning new ground opened in 2019.Spurs spent two seasons playing at Wembley while their home was demolished and building work could be finished on the new stadium.Double the amount of fans can now cheer on the team and concerts can also take place in the ultra-modern arena.Most read in FootballAnd AI thinks building on top of the old White Hart Lane would have seen the ground lose its classic feel anyway.FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAI has modernised the classic White Hart LaneCredit: Press BoxThe old ground was demolished with the new build taking its placeCredit: GettyMaine Road – Man CityManchester City switched Maine Road for the Etihad in 2003.The previous home of the club was demolished a year later and is now a housing estate and a school.Some fans wished they had increased the capacity of the 35,000-seater stadium.But AI thinks if they had, City would have kept the square shape and made the other stands as high the main Kippax Stand.Play Home Games and guess which sporting icon lived in this dream mansionThis is how Maine Road could look on Champions League nightsCredit: Press BoxMan City left Maine Road in 2003Credit: GettyBoleyn Ground – West HamWest Ham’s made an emotional departure from Upton Park and headed to the London Stadium in 2016.Some supporters criticise the new ground as “not fit for football” due to it still being able to host athletics events.But the club doubled their capacity and got a shiny new home on the cheap as the London Legacy Development Corporation needed a tenant after the Olympics.If they had not bulldozed the Boleyn, the Hammers’ ground would have kept an old school shape and AI thinks the intimidating Chicken Run Stand would have stayed much the same.AI’s view of the Boleyn GroundCredit: Press BoxThe smaller Chicken Run stand was kept when ran through AICredit: AlamyModern apartments now stand on the site of the groundCredit: AlamyGriffin Park – BrentfordThe stadium was home to Brentford from 1904 to 2020, when they moved across town to the Gtech Community Stadium.The computer-generated image of a modern day Griffin Park looks bigger than the club’s current ground.How a redeveloped Griffin Park could lookCredit: Press BoxThe stadium has now been demolishedCredit: GettyBrentford now play at the Gtech Community StadiumCredit: RexWembley – EnglandThe Old Wembley shut its turnstiles for the final time in 2000 and it was eventually demolished three years later.READ MORE SUN STORIESIts iconic twin towers were swapped for the famous arch, with the stadium host to Euros, Champions Leagues and FA Cup finals in recent years.And by looking at AI’s interpretation, the old style would have lost its distinctive feature if was kept anyway.AI’s version of the Old WembleyCredit: Press BoxThe iconic twin towers were ditched by AICredit: GettyWembley hosted the Champions League final last seasonCredit: AFP More

    • 225 Shares99 Views

      in Soccer

      Todd Boehly could give Chelsea four new names if Blues move from beloved Stamford Bridge without fans’ support

      by

      WORRIED Chelsea fans might reckon it’s a Bridge too far – after AI came up with four dodgy suggestions if the club has to change its name.Todd Boehly’s £4billion boardroom battle with co-owner Behdad Eghbali coincides with plans for a new £1bn Bernabeu-style stadium.Chelsea are pondering a new stadium inspired by the BernabeuCredit: Canva’s AIChelsea owner Todd Boehly is embroiled in a £4bn power struggleCredit: AlamyBut an odd clause means the Chelsea Pitch Owners (CPO) could enforce a NAME CHANGE for the club if they disapprove of a move away.Not even Roman Abramovich managed to convince enough of the 14,000-strong group of fans of the need to relocate, yet that is the task the far less popular American faces.But if the fans refuse, they could face moniker misery.SunSport tasked ChatGPT with exploring new names for Chelsea that Boehly could impose.READ MORE CHELSEA NEWSAnd the result was four options ranging from boring to bemusing.In fact, fans might feel it’s a case of Stamford Cringe when they hear a couple of these AI nominations.The app first revealed four issues it decided was vital to throw into the mix for such an important project.It branded them: historical context, cultural significance, branding and marketability, and fan sentiment.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnd if that sounded awesomely academic, sure enough the conclusions were more suited to a degree than a dugout.More PhD than PSG, more Uni than Rooney… with one shocking exception.Premier League’s Biggest Spenders: Top 10 SeasonsAI was obviously on a ChatGP-tea break when it came up with the rather lazy opening offering of “Chelsea United FC”.It justified this entry-level suggestion by saying: “This name retains the geographical identity while fostering a sense of unity and inclusivity, appealing to a broader fan base.”Next up was a name with more than a hint of a franchise or perhaps a gloomy mood sweeping across the capital – “London Blues FC”.ChatGPT believes this “emphasizes the club’s geographical location and its traditional color, while also creating a distinct identity that could resonate with international fans”.But it’s the final two ideas that risk alienating fans most.Somehow finding a way onto the shortlist was “Chelsea Heritage FC”.Apparently this “reflects the club’s historical significance and commitment to its roots, appealing to both traditionalists and modern fans”.As for the final alternative, it could also have doubled for ChatGPT’s dissertation title for a Masters in Marketing – “Chelsea Global FC”.The justification? “This name positions the club as a global entity, reflecting its international fan base and aspirations.”READ MORE SUN STORIESMeanwhile, sadly, Chelsea can’t even be sure which name will be leading the boardroom for much longer – as Boehly and Eghbahli both want to buy each other out.So that’s another issue where, so far at least, a “chat” does not appear to have produced the right outcome!Chelsea will lose their soul by leaving Stamford BridgeBy Matt PennJUST what London needs – another £1billion bowl-shaped, soulless football stadium.No offence to Spurs, because theirs looks great, but it’s not like they had years of title-winning history to celebrate at White Hart Lane.Arsenal moved on from Highbury a couple of years after their last Premier League title win in 2004, and to no avail, they’ve been chasing that glory ever since.And the less said about West Ham’s move from Upton Park, the better. The Olympic Stadium pales in significance to Upton Park, where binoculars weren’t needed to see the pitch from Row Z.It’s no secret Chelsea fans have become disillusioned with the club since Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali took over from Roman Abramovich two years ago.The sacking of two full-time managers in that time, a 12th-place finish in the league, no European football, billions spent on Brazilian teenagers you’ve never heard of and civil war between the owners have turned the club into a laughing stock.Seems like the perfect time to revamp plans to leave Stamford Bridge, doesn’t it?According to The Guardian, Chelsea are in talks to move to a new 60,000-seater site in Earl’s Court, something they’ve attempted before.Chelsea are said to have made plans for the Lillie Bridge depot site as an area that could be developed in a move that could cost hundreds of millions.Forget that so much else still needs fixing on the pitch, that the results are still not going the way they should, that players still can’t seem to click on a consistent basis.The owners, who are said to be looking to buy each other out already, might not think it, and the seats might be a little rusty, but fans do value tradition.The Bridge has been a place supporters can call home every other Saturday. It’s raw, the stands are close to the pitch, it has four sides, and most importantly, it’s owned by the fans.For any deal to go through, Chelsea Pitch Owners (CPO), a group made up of over 14,000 fans, have to approve a move away from the 42,000-seater stadium.On the other hand, redvelopment of Stamford Bridge would see the team move away from the stadium for a number of years, likely double the three years Tottenham spent at Wembley.But why not overhaul each stand one-by-one? Both Liverpool and Fulham had stands refurbished and they were able to stay put. There are also plans for Crystal Palace to do the same.If Boehly and Eghbali are so desperate to put money at the forefront of their decision-making, then go about it in a way which will appease fans.Sadly, football isn’t really about fans anymore, and it’d be easy to say Chelsea will lose their soul if they leave Stamford Bridge.But you fear they already have. More

    • 250 Shares109 Views

      in Soccer

      Inside futuristic plans for new Chelsea stadium after move from Stamford Bridge as AI comes up with five wild designs

      by

      CHELSEA could move into a futuristic new stadium if they leave Stamford Bridge.SunSport exclusively revealed the Blues face SIX YEARS away from their home if they go through with ambitious redevelopment plans.Chelsea could build a stadium inspired by the BernabeuCredit: Canva’s AIAnother option is an arena with a retracted roofCredit: Canva’s AIAI has imagined a structure made from woodCredit: Canva’s AIWhile another has created an oval-shaped stadiumCredit: Canva’s AIChelsea’s new ground could look similar to the Tottenham Hotspur StadiumCredit: Canva’s AIOr the club could build a new stadium with the American owners previously identifying a site at Earl’s Court in plans that have since been ditched.However if Chelsea do go down the path of building a new state-of-the-art ground they could have an exciting project on their hands.They could look to model the work on Real Madrid’s Bernabeu with a curved asymmetrical circle.Manchester United are said to have looked at the Bernabeu as they plan to construct a new Old Trafford, and AI has produced a number of ideas for Chelsea.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSome look strikingly similar to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with a glass-panelled exterior and shiny finish.While one imagines a perfectly round structure with a retracted roof that gives little cover for the fans seated below, and looks a little like a flying saucer.Another takes an oval shape and includes just two tiers of seating, with most of the designs a little bigger than that.Another interesting take on Chelsea’s potential new ground is a stadium made out of wood – an idea that has been proposed at Forest Green by their eco-friendly owner Dale Vince.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSChelsea want to build a new 60,000-capacity ground to keep up with their rivals commercially, and that could mean redeveloping every stand at Stamford Bridge.Architect Janet Marie Smith, who has worked on a host of stadium renovations in America, has been hired to oversee the monumental task of rebuilding Chelsea’s famous ground.Chelsea fans can’t name their OWN PLAYERS after another wild transfer window under owner Todd BoehlySmith’s projects include Baltimore’s Oriole Park, Atlanta’s Olympic Stadium, the Boston Red Sox’s Fenway Park and Dodger Stadium in LA. More

    • 263 Shares109 Views

      in Soccer

      Best Premier League XI of all time revealed by ChatGPT but fans are left divided as they ask ‘is AI drunk?’

      by

      THE best Premier League team of all time has been decided by Chat GPT – but some controversial picks have left many fans fuming.No current player makes the cut, while eight-time winners Manchester City have ZERO representatives.ChatGPT’s all-time Premier League XIGary Neville was picked ahead of Kyle WalkerWayne Rooney did not get the nodCredit: GettyChatGPT, an artificial intelligence chatbot, chose six former Manchester United stars and went with a 4-3-3 formation.But that has presented a problem in midfield as Roy Keane, Steven Gerrard and Frank Lampard are included.History proves that Paul Scholes is grouped alongside the former Chelsea star and the Liverpool icon as the three best midfielders ever.Eyebrows were raised for Gerrard’s inclusion over Scholes, with one fan saying: “You simply cannot be in the starting XI if you didn’t win the Premier League.”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThere is also the question of where Kevin De Bruyne fits into this – who was omitted entirely.And fans were quick to pick up on his absence, as one stated: “Where’s De Bruyne? He’s the greatest ever Premier League central attacking midfielder.”There is also a controversial pick in defence with Gary Neville selected instead of six-time Prem winner Kyle Walker.In fact, zero Man City players are represented – though Lampard did spend one season at The Etihad towards the end of his career.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDe Bruyne is the greatest player in arguably the greatest Premier League squad – Pep Guardiola’s Manchester CityCredit: PARio Ferdinand is partnered with John Terry in central defence, whose one-time Chelsea team-mate Ashley Cole features at left-back.Peter Schmeichel is chosen between the sticks with another United icon, Cristiano Ronaldo, playing right-wing.Best ten new Premier League kits for next seasonMany fans highlighted the need for Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah – who has 157 goals in 263 appearances – to be included.One wrote: “Salah over Ronaldo. He’s played his prime years in England.”While a second X user hilariously added: “AI is drunk”, before another said: “Your ChatGPT isn’t functioning properly.”Meanwhile, record 13-time Premier League winner Ryan Giggs starts on the left.On this, a fan wrote: “There’s no all time Premier League XI without Wayne Rooney.”Premier League record goalscorer Alan Shearer missed out, with Thierry Henry fronting the line.READ MORE SUN STORIESPatrick Vieira and Eden Hazard can also consider themselves unlucky not to make the cut.There was also a lot of competition for places in attack as Rooney, Dennis Bergkamp and Sergio Aguero just missed out.Ronaldo was included in the Premier League XICredit: News Group Newspapers LtdFrank Lampard also got the nodCredit: Getty More

    • 238 Shares139 Views

      in Soccer

      AI José Mourinho gives rousing team talk to fans after they share everyday mistakes with the legendary football manager

      by

      AN AI powered José Mourinho has been created – designed to deliver a rousing team talk when fans admit their everyday mistakes.They are encouraged to share their funniest blunders to receive a personalised video message from the gaffer, which can then be sent to their pals via WhatsApp.An AI José Mourinho reacts to fans after they share everyday mistakesCredit: SnickersJosé has always been comfortable in front of the cameraCredit: SnickersNow the AI version of José can respond just like the real coachCredit: SnickersThe creation of the AI tool involved over 100 people and countless hours of filming with the Special One.The meticulous process was undertaken to not only ensure the videos of him look and sound like the real José, but it thinks like him too.It was developed using a unique ‘chain of thought’ architecture that makes the responses as José-like as possible.This approach used by the AI pros means there are a limitless number of videos, each being unique and not relying on templated content.Read More Sport News It has been created by Snickers and is available to use on smartphones via its ‘Own Goal’ page.The former Chelsea and Real Madrid manager says he was “excited” to team up with the chocolate brand to bring the technology to life.And Sergio Peniche, senior brand and content director at Mars Wrigley, added: “Partnering with José Mourinho to create the AI version of himself brings a unique and entertaining twist to our ‘Own Goal’ campaign.“Now, everyone can receive a bit of valuable coaching and a lot of laughs from one of football’s greatest minds.”Most read in FootballThe real José spend hours filmingCredit: Snickers More

    • 288 Shares99 Views

      in Soccer

      AI Nostradamus gives prophecies for Euro 2024 – it is bad news for England and the winner will be a World Cup flop

      by

      AN ARTIFICIAL intelligence convinced it is Nostradamus has predicted the results of Euro 2024 – and it is not looking good for England.The bearded bot prophecised a surprise winner, the tournament’s biggest breakout star and team, and who will be the next manager for the Three Lions.ChatGPT agreed to pose as an AI Nostradamus for The Sun OnlineCredit: THE SUNThe original Nostradamus is known for his prophecies made in the 16th centuryCredit: Not known, clear with picture deskAI Nostradamus did not give a positive forecast for England – but lets hope Gareth Southgate’s men prove him WRONGCredit: ReutersAI-driven language platform ChatGPT was convinced by The Sun Online to pretend to be Nostradamus – the 16th century soothsayer.The AI bot – the ever-evolving creation of OpenAI – works via machine learning and is used by people worldwide to generate text, answer questions and even have conversations.Its machine mind is usually tightly constrained – but after a series of statements and questions, the AI agreed with our silver-tongued reporter to pose as a machine-brained Nostradamus.What followed was a string of prophecies about Euro 2024 and beyond as the cyber-brained soothsayer turned its future-gazing to football. READ MORE ON EURO 2024We ran a series of Euros related questions through the platform and got plenty of predictions to chew on.And while it might not look good for the Three Lions, according to our AI Nostradamus, it isn’t to be taken too seriously.AI Nostradamus’s predictions for Euro 2024 and beyond:

      Italy will win in a final against France
      England will go out in the quarter-finals
      Jude Bellingham will be England’s Player of the Tournament
      Harry Kane will be the team’s top scorer
      Spain will be the tournament’s biggest flop
      Denmark will be the biggest surprise package
      Jamal Musiala will be the breakout start of Euro 2024
      Gareth Southgate will be replaced by Graham Potter
      England will win Euro 2028

      It is down to Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden and the rest of Gareth Southgate’s men to prove the machine wrong on the pitch. So here is what the AI thinks will happen over the next month of football: Most read in Euro 2024How will England do?England were warned by the AI they won’t get past the quarter-finals at the EurosCredit: GettyAI Nostradamus sadly was not impressed with England’s chances – predicting the Three Lions will only make it to the QUARTER FINALS.And this is despite all the bookies saying Southgate’s men are one of the tournament’s favourites.The Opta Supercomputer gives England a 19.9 per cent chance of winning and a 70 per cent chance of progressing past the quarters. But clearly, that isn’t good enough for AI Nostradamus.The AI said: “In the quarter-finals, their fate will hinge, On a match that will make the hearts of fans singe.”A contest tight, decided by a hair, will see them fall, despite their flair.”It added that Kane will be the top scorer for the Three Lions, and Bellingham will have an “astonishing” tournament – showing the team has a “bright future”.What does the future hold for England? Graham Potter was the AI’s prediction to succeed SouthgateCredit: PASo with this apparent stumble at the quarters, the AI also offered some thoughts on what next for the Three Lions.It told The Sun that Graham Potter – former Chelsea and Brighton manager – will be the next England coach.”The tactician wise, will lead England with thoughtful eyes,” the AI said.And it also predicted a better performance for the squad going into the World Cup 2026 in the US.However, it still seemed to think England would only reach the semis – matching their performance in Qatar in 2022. But from then on, it is looking good.And the AI predicted England will lift the Euros trophy next time out in 2028. AI Nostradamus said: “With young talent matured and spirits high, They’ll conquer the challenges that lie. “A team united, with hearts ablaze, will seize the glory in a brilliant blaze.”It added: “England’s triumph, a sight to see, a major trophy, their destiny.” Who will win the tournament?Italy could be back-to-back Euros champions – if the AI is to be believedCredit: APBut turning back to Euro 2024 – the AI was keen to tell us who would win.It ignored the other tournament favourites – such as France and Germany, who have a 19.1 per cent chance and a 12.4 per cent chance on Opta. Instead – the AI predicted the trophy would be once again going home with Italy.Italy bested England on penalties in a grim final at Wembley in 2021.Opta only gives them a 5 per cent chance of winning, but they are the pick for our AI.”Their team, a blend of skill and strategy, will captivate the world and etch their name in the annals of football history,” it said. Who will be the tournament’s biggest flop, biggest surprise and breakout star? The AI also gave us some other interesting predictions – saying the biggest surprise of the tournament will be Denmark.It said Rasmus Hojlurg, Christian Eriksen, Kasper Schmeichel and their teammates will be a “force to behold”. And meanwhile, the tournament’s biggest flop is predicted to be Spain.The bot said their campaign is going to be “fraught with strife” and a “tale of woe”. It said: “Their exit premature, their fans dismayed, a tournament to forget, in shadows stayed.”Elsewhere, the tournament’s breakout star will be Jamal Musiala from Germany. Bayern Munich’s 21-year-old winger will leave a “lasting mark as he lights up the field with a brilliant spark.” READ MORE SUN STORIESDespite his brilliance, Germany will be knocked out in the semi-finals.And meanwhile the other favourites France will lose in the final against Italy.Jamal Musiala was picked as the AI’s breakout star of the tournamentCredit: Getty More

    • 175 Shares139 Views

      in Motorsport

      Michael Schumacher’s family awarded £170,000 damages over shocking AI-generated ‘interview with stricken F1 star’

      by

      MICHAEL Schumacher’s family were paid £170,000 in compensation after a magazine published a fake AI-generated interview with the F1 racing legend.German publication Die Aktuelle claimed last April to have secured a “world exclusive” with the severely injured Ferrari great – who has not been seen in public since his 2013 skiing accident.Michael Schumacher’s family have been paid thousands in damages by a magazine after publishing a sick AI-generated interviewCredit: AlamyThe front cover claimed to have an exclusive interview with Michael SchumacherThe magazine mocked up Michael’s answers using an AI computer programmeThe F1 champion, pictured with wife Corinna, hasn’t been seen in public since his 2013 skiing injuryCredit: AFPIn a two-page spread, promoted with a picture of Schumacher, it claimed the seven-time F1 champ had said “My life has totally changed”.It promised it was not a story based on “half-sentences from friends” but it’s “the incredible interview” with the F1 star with “redeeming answers to the most burning questions that the whole world has been asking for so long.”The rest of the article was written in Q&A form, with an AI chatbot designed to mimic celebrities making up the answers Michael would supposedly give.The bot even spoke about the racing hero’s physical condition, family and future recovery prospects.Read more on SchumacherThe twisted article, titled “My life has completely changed,” started with: “The chance to talk to him once. To ask him how he’s really doing.”Die Aktuelle only admitted the quotes, which used graphic details to describe his injuries, were written by a chatbot in a note on the inside pages.On Tuesday, Germany’s Munich Labour Court revealed the magazine’s parent firm Funke Media had paid €200,000 (£170,000) in compensation to the Schumacher family after they threatened to launch legal action.Details of the settlement were revealed in a separate employment case brought by former Die Aktuelle editor Anne Hoffmann, who was sacked after deciding to print the story.Most read in MotorsportThe court ruled that her dismissal was not justified meaning the publication could also face paying her a settlement fee, German publication UberMedia reported.Representatives for Schumacher’s wife Corinna suggested the family would sue after the fake interview last year.Dad-of-two Michael, 55, spent six months in a medically induced coma following an off-piste skiing accident in Meribel, France, in December 2013.Little has been made public about his current health, with ex-Ferrari boss and close friend Jean Todt declaring: “He is no longer the Michael we knew in Formula 1.”Inside Michael Schumacher’s decade-long recovery from ‘desperately cruel’ ski crash as brother shares devastating updateSchumacher’s seven titles, in a 20-year F1 career, is a joint record with Brit great Sir Lewis Hamilton.His son Mick, 25, raced in F1 for two years and is currently a reserve driver for his dad’s former Mercedes team.Representatives for the Schumacher family and Funke Media were asked to comment.The shameless interview just goes to show how “poisoned” bots can be weaponised, an expert warned.DANGEROUS DIGITAL BOTSLisa Palmer, an AI analyst and expert, told The Sun Online just how dangerous the digital bots can be in these situations – and how they could be used in increasingly scary and dangerous ways.She warned content like fake AI generated interviews will only become more and more common as the technology developments and is misused by “rotten” actors.”Lawsuits are already pending for defamation due to ‘lies’ being perpetuated by generative AI tools like ChatGPT,” she told The Sun Online.Asked if it’s something we will be seeing more in the future she replied: “Yes, fakes in every form – written, voice, and video – are all exploding.”Palmer warned that following the shocking Schuey publication, bad actors seeking to grab viewership will be tempted to use the AI interview method more.She even related the nightmare situation to the severity of a chef selling rotten food to their customers.”A chef who serves rotten food is unethical and puts their customers’ health at risk,” she said.”Rotten food leads to personal illness. Rotten reporting leads to societal illness.”Palmer added: “Imagine if major news outlets ran a fabricated political story that caused an uprising among citizens? This type of unethical reporting is incredibly dangerous.”This is the worst possible combination of powerful technology in the hands of unethical people.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Now, imagine that these fake stories become training data for AI systems.”Newer versions of AI are now ‘poisoned’ with lies.”The twisted interview was supposed to be the first one since his skiing accidentSchuey’s family received the compensation after they threatened to launch legal actionCredit: Getty Images – Getty More

    • 213 Shares179 Views

      in Soccer

      AI predicts post-apocalyptic Old Trafford if Sir Jim Ratcliffe fails to fix Man Utd problems in time

      by

      OLD TRAFFORD could become more suitable for zombies than Red Devils within just two decades.That’s the post-apocalyptic vision predicted by AI images – unless Manchester United fix all their creaky, leaky stadium problems.Man Utd’s stadium could get a scary look without a revampCredit: OLD TRAFFORD AIImages of a famous venue can’t get much more bleak than thisCredit: OLD TRAFFORD AIThis future vision might help spark United into urgent actionCredit: OLD TRAFFORD AILuckily, United’s minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has identified the issue as a vital part of his plans for a massive revamp on and off the pitch.But the “Old Trafford falls” – the taunting new moniker for the club’s sieve-like roof – has symbolized the Red Devils’ plight this season.”You must be soaking” might be another way of expressing the damp squib of a campaign for Erik ten Hag’s squad.And Arsenal fans chanted “Old Trafford is falling down” as the Gunners triumphed 1-0 in a stormy deluge last Sunday – with water cascading through the roof at what could now be called the Theatre of Streams.READ MORE TOP STORIESAI’s doom-laden vision of how the country’s second-largest stadium could look in the mid-2040s is the worst case scenario – and surely unlikely.Nonetheless, the images are another alert for Ratcliffe of how dramatic, expensive – and arguably urgent – the refurbishment must be.The pictures look like scenes from a horror movie – perhaps to be titled “The Night of the Living Red”.Despair and disrepair dominate the gloomy representation of a do-nothing nightmare future.Most read in FootballHere’s how it looked after a soggy Sunday in the Prem vs ArsenalCredit: PAGunners’ supporters taunted United when this leak eruptedCredit: PABEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe patchy roof has gone to rack and ruin in the desolate depiction, and the pitch is littered with debris.Meanwhile, the surroundings of the stadium look more like a bleak industrial site than the setting for one of football’s most grandiose venues.Manchester United’s fall from glory since Sir Alex Ferguson However, before any stadium re-build, Ineos CEO Ratcliffe and United’s new board must decide whether to keep under-fire manager Ten Hag.So for now the priority is sorting out the reign rather than the rain.United’s short-term priority might be deciding Erik ten Hag’s futureCredit: RexSunSport’s verdict on Man Utd flopsSir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos have a busy summer ahead to get Man Utd’s squad in order for next season. Below SunSport gives it verdict on how they should deal with the Red Devils flops this summer.

      Andre Onana – STAY: After a dodgy start at Old Trafford Onana has proven to be one of the more reliable members of the squad this season despite being peppered with shots constantly.
      Altay Bayindir – GO: Reports in February suggested Bayindir was unhappy with his bit part role at Man Utd amid interest from Turkish giants Galatasaray. If profit can be made on a sale then it should be done.
      Tom Heaton – STAY: Veteran goalkeeper Heaton, 38, is a reliable back-up and is on a relatively small wage at the club. So long as he is happy it makes sense to keep him.
      Aaron Wan-Bissaka – GO: Wan-Bissaka, 26, has never managed to make the right-back position his own. With his contract up in 2025 it makes sense to cash in now.
      Diogo Dalot – STAY: Dalot, 26, has been one of Man Utd’s most consistent performers this season.
      Raphael Varane – GO: If it wasn’t for his injury record there would be a strong shout to keep Varane, but costs need to be cut to allow the squad to be freshened up.
      Harry Maguire – GO: Maguire has showed he has the right character to be at Man Utd but overall ability and desired profile are another matter, with Maguire too slow to play in a high line defence.
      Lisandro Martinez – STAY: Martinez, 26, is second to none in terms of build up play. He needs a long-term defensive partner on the right side and to cut out the injuries which have plagued him this season.
      Jonny Evans – GO: Veteran campaigner Evans could easily be on the stay list if he was only going to be a bit part player. But he has shown his advanced years at times this season.
      Victor Lindelof – GO:  Lindelof, 29, has been reliable if not unremarkable in his Man Utd career. He has one year left on his contract so should be moved on if a decent transfer fee can be got for him.
      Willy Kambwala – STAY: He should be given the opportunity to mature for a few years behind a senior CB pairing before stepping into the first team as a starter or being moved on.
      Luke Shaw – GO: One of the Premier League’s best left-backs when fit, Shaw has been a good servant when available. But alas that has been his Achilles heel once again this season.
      Tyrell Malacia – STAY: Malacia, 24, was decent enough to earn some merit in his first season at Man Utd before injury ended his season and inadvertently led to his second season being a write off.
      Sofyan Amrabat – GO: Amrabat, 27, looked like a world beater at the Qatar World Cup with Morocco. But he’s had an underwhelming season in England and his loan spell will almost certainly not be made permanent.
      Casemiro – GO: An alarming physical decline has seen him turn from key star to burden. If a club is willing to buy the 32-year-old – who has two more years on his contract – then United should snatch their hand off.
      Christian Eriksen – GO: Eriksen proved a useful asset and Ineos should look to bring in another player with similar traits, but frankly his legs have looked gone towards the end of this season.
      Kobbie Mainoo – STAY: The first of the so-called untouchables, Mainoo has been a rare glimmer of hope in the Red Devils midfield this season.
      Mason Mount – STAY: Mount can be given the benefit of the doubt until summer 2025 at least after a debut season riddled with injury.
      Scott McTominay – STAY: McTominay, 27, has proven himself to be a brilliant plan B off the bench this season, and that is exactly why Ineos should look to keep him.
      Bruno Fernandes – STAY: Man Utd’s best player since his arrival just over four years ago, Fernandes, 29, remains second-to-none when it comes to creating chances while his tenacity boosts those around him.
      Antony – GO: There’s a case to argue that Antony may be the worst pound-for-pound signing in Premier League history. Despite some memorable moments he simply isn’t Man Utd quality.
      Anthony Martial – GO: Ultimately Martial needs to be let go when his deal runs out this summer after an appalling injury record of late.
      Marcus Rashford – STAY: As easy as it would be to say Rashford should leave the club this summer, it is difficult to look at the market and find many available players capable of scoring 30 goals a season.
      Alejandro Garnacho – STAY: Another third of the untouchables trio, Garnacho has made the right-wing his own since coming into it. He’s a raw talent but has shown he has the quality to improve.
      Rasmus Hojlund – STAY: A slow burner in his first Man Utd season, the 21-year-old has often been starved of supply which has led to him being unable to get the goals his movement and unselfish play often merits.
      Amad Diallo – STAY: In the fleeting moments he has been on the pitch for Man Utd this season, Diallo has looked dangerous and exciting. He should be given a chance to flourish with some proper chances in the first team across a whole season. More