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      Prem star’s brother hasn’t paid penny towards our daughter despite living in six-bed £2.9m mansion, says his furious ex

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      A PREMIER League star’s ex-footballer brother has yet to pay a penny towards his child’s upbringing — despite living a luxury lifestyle in a £2.9million mansion and carrying a £3,000 manbag.Fisayo Adarabioyo, brother of Chelsea defender Tosin, lives in a six-bed, five-bathroom mansion.Nadia Messaoud says Fisayo Adarabioyo has yet to pay a penny towards his child’s upbringing — despite living a luxury lifestyleCredit: PP.The 30-year-old ex-pro was seen carrying a £3,140 Bottega Veneta leather briefcase last weekCredit: PP.Last week the 30-year-old ex-pro was seen carrying a £3,140 Bottega Veneta leather briefcase. But his ex Nadia Messaoud, 41, said despite his millionaire’s lifestyle he has failed to pay any child support for his two-year-old daughter Anara.She said: “I’ve not received a penny from Fisayo to help with our daughter. I’ve been rebuffed at every opportunity.“I have offered contact because I believe my daughter should know her paternal family, but it was declined.Read More on Sport“She is almost three years old and I also have a young son. All I want is a reasonable level of financial support and I don’t understand why I’m not getting it when he’s living a footballer’s lifestyle.”According to Land Registry documents, Adarabioyo’s 27-year-old brother, thought to be on £120,000 a week at Chelsea, owns the Cheshire mansion in which Fisayo lives.The Department of Work and Pensions has awarded unemployed Adarabioyo a “nil rate” on child support for the past three years because he claims he does not earn enough to pay.Adarabioyo was convicted of harassment without violence in 2022 after turning up at Nadia’s terraced home in Cheshire, banging on her door and leaving her terrified.Most read in FootballHe also bombarded her with texts, saying he hoped she miscarried the baby and threatened to kill her.Striker Adarabioyo started his career at Manchester City’s youth academy and has been on the books of Birmingham City and Crystal Palace.Why Chelsea v Brighton hangs on Tosin v Rutter battle – Experts pick the best bets | Weekend WagerHis last appearances were for non-league sides Altrincham FC and Ashton United in 2021. He has been approached for comment.Adarabioyo was seen with a £3,140 Bottega Veneta leather briefcaseAdarabioyo in action for Altrincham’s clash with HartlepoolCredit: Getty More

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      All this week’s red-hot transfer exclusives from SunSport’s man in the know including Liverpool’s shock goalkeeper swoop

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      SUNSPORT’S Alan Nixon is the Boss of Goss.Check out this week’s red-hot transfer whispers from our man in the know…Everton are keen on Maxime Esteve from Burnley if they lose Jarrad BranthwaiteCredit: RexMAX EFFORTEVERTON want Burnley’s centre-half Maxime Esteve — but will need to sell Jarrad Branthwaite.French defender Esteve will be a big target for many clubs in the summer, whether Scott Parker’s side go up or not.But the 22-year-old is rated in the £30million-plus class so David Moyes may need to balance their books.Everton accept that Branthwaite, 22, will likely leave for financial fair play reasons this summer — but a £60m pricetag will fund two or three signings.Everton are eyeing Rotherham teenager Harrison Duncan as one for the future.Millers boss Steve Evans has had the 16-year-old centre-back on the bench in League One and he started in the EFL Trophy against Newcastle in October.Toffees are keen to have a close look at the defender, who is in the John Stones mould.And they may ask for him to spend some time with them.Duncan has an amazing record at youth level, scoring 11 goals this season.Declan Rice’s cringeworthy Valentine’s Day pick-up lines re-emerge in incredible video years before Arsenal transfer KOP SHOP FOR KOBELLIVERPOOL are taking a shock interest in Borussia Dortmund keeper Gregor Kobel.Kop spies are hot on the trail of the Swiss international, 27, ahead of a summer move.The Reds fear Alisson Becker will be tempted to leave Anfield by a lucrative deal.They already signed Giorgi Mamardashvili, who arrives in July, but the Georgian has been in below average form for struggling Valencia in LaLiga.He is still due to come but may not be first choice.There will have to be a decision on Kobel soon as Chelsea and Barcelona have shortlisted him for a move too.Liverpool are looking at Dortmund keeper Gregor KobelCredit: GettyFOXES OSO KEENLEICESTER hope to make a £10million bid for red-hot Chile winger Dario Osorio.The Foxes have tracked the international’s progress at Danish side Midtjylland and a work permit will not be an issue.Osorio, 21, joined from Universidad de Chile in 2023 and fancies bigger things — with the Prem in his sights.Leicester will still have a crack even if they do not stay up.Dario Osorio is a target for LeicesterCredit: AFPDERRY WELLCHELSEA  have  their  eyes  on   controversially raiding Crystal Palace for young winger Jesse Derry.Derry can operate on either side and has been with the Eagles since he was a kid — his dad Shaun played and worked there.But Derry Jr, 17, is out of contract in the summer — and Palace will only get minimal training compensation.The Blues also signed Reggie Watson, son of Palace old boy Ben, when he was 14.YOU WAT?BRIGHTON plan to offer LESS for winger Tommy Watson at Sunderland.Albion’s £8.5million-plus-extras January bid for Watson, 18, was turned down.A smaller summer offer will follow as they are out of the frantic market.And Watson may not even get a game to up his value.WHICH top manager is giving all his players major concerns about his well-being?The gaffer has been around for years but his team are now concerned he starts sentences but does not then complete them.The situation is a bit more serious than just dressing-room banter and nobody is laughing.Some have known the chief for years — and are feeling on edge about it.WELL-WARNEPAUL WARNE will be top of the list at Rotherham if manager Steve Evans cannot turn round their League One season.Warne, 51, is still admired by the Millers from his previous spell in charge and knows the club inside out.His reputation has not been hurt by his Derby spell.WELL INLEYTON ORIENT have put a £250,000 pricetag on the head of their manager Richie Wellens.Wellens, 44, is on the shortlist to take over at managerless Blackburn.He has caught the eye during Orient’s surprise League One play-off bid this seasonJohn Eustace quit Ewood Park for Derby last week.And Rovers are due to meet candidates this week, including Gary O’Neil and some foreign hopefuls.Leyton Orient boss Richie Wellens is wanted by BlackburnCredit: RexBrighton are looking for a permanent home for Valentin BarcoCredit: GettyVALENTIN’S DAYBRIGHTON will sell Argentinian left-back Valentin Barco for the right price.Barco, 20, cost £7.8million from Boca Juniors in January 2024 but has failed to reach the levels wanted.The wing-back spent the first half of this season on loan in LaLiga at Sevilla.But he is now in the shop window with French club Strasbourg.And the Seagulls are attempting to find him a permanent home.SHOR THINGHUDDERSFIELD are keen to move for teenage midfielder Jackson Shorrocks.The Blackburn academy youngster captains Rovers’ under-18 side but has been told he can leave Ewood Park.And the Terriers will be first to have a look. More

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      ‘Still can’t get over that’ say fans as forgotten Chelsea star scores outrageous goal from inside own half in EFL clash

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      FORGOTTEN Chelsea star Lewis Baker left fans stunned as he scored from inside his own half.Baker, 29, joined Chelsea at the age of nine in 2005 but made just two appearances for the senior team following a string of loan moves once he became a professional.Lewis Baker scored a stunning goal from inside his own halfCredit: GettyBaker, 29, was at Chelsea from the age of nine until leaving in 2022 after making just two appearancesCredit: AFPBaker showed his class with a goal from inside his own half for StokeCredit: EFLHe punted the ball forward first time from the centre circleCredit: EFLIt came after he spotted the Swansea goalkeeper off his lineCredit: EFLThe goalie was unable to backpedal in time for the incredible shotCredit: EFLIt caused jubilant celebrations from Stoke starsCredit: GettyIt was Baker’s 100th appearance for Stoke and his 300th senior appearance overallCredit: GettyThe midfielder eventually left permanently in 2022, joining Stoke on a free transfer.Baker spent two seasons with the Potters before being sent on loan for the ninth time in his career in the summer. After 13 appearances and one goal for Rovers, Baker then returned to Stoke in January.And in his most recent appearance against Swansea, Baker scored an outrageous goal from inside his own half after coming on in the 62nd minute.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWith Stoke winning 2-1 in injury time at the Bet365 Stadium, Baker picked up the ball near the centre circle, around 65 yards away from the opposition goal.But Baker spotted Lawrence Vigouroux off his line and without taking a touch punted the ball forward.The ball curved to the right as Vigouroux backpedalled before it ended up in the back of the net to confirm a 3-1 win for the home side.Viewers could not believe what they had seen, with one fan on social media saying: “Lewis Baker, that’s outrageous.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSA second said: “Really was unbelievable.”A third added: “What a strike.”Embarrassed KSI scores horror own goal before getting brutally mocked by opponent in Match for HopeAnother said: “The audacity to hit it from there in the 93rd minute is just mental hahahahaha. Lewis Renard Baker go on fella.”A fifth said: “Charlie Adam 2.0.”A sixth said: “Still can’t get over that.”Baker scored the goal to mark a century of appearances for Stoke, and 300 senior career appearances overall.The goal does not even appear on our shot graphic More

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      Inside 30,000 capacity European stadium visited by Chelsea where you can enjoy game in a hot tub eating fondue

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      WHEN football fans think of the best grounds in the world, the likes of Wembley, Nou Camp, Anfield and Allianz Arena quickly spring to mind.There are also the connoisseurs who will talk to you about the brilliant atmosphere across South American and Balkan stadiums.Fans can watch the footie in a hot tub at Stade de GeneveCredit: Instagram / @servettefootballclubFans can also enjoy some fondue whilst lounging in the hot tubCredit: Instagram / @servettefootballclubStade de Geneve boasts a 30,000 plus capacityCredit: AFPStade de Geneve hosts home matches for ServetteCredit: GettyBut there is one hidden gem you probably never heard of that promises an experience of a lifetime.And that is none other than Stade de Geneve in Switzerland.The 30,000 plus capacity ground hosts Swiss club Servette’s home games.The stadium also held three group-stage matches during Euro 2008.Read More on FootballBut what makes it stand out is that the luckiest fans can watch all the live action from a HOT TUB.And those most fortunate lounging in a jacuzzi can also enjoy some delicious FONDUE.The most recent fans to take a dip were the lucky winners of a competition on the club’s app.Incredibly, fans could see something similar in the Premier League next season with Fulham’s new Riverside Stand to include a rooftop pool when fully operational. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHowever, unlike Servette’s hot tub, it’s understood it won’t have a view of the Craven Cottage pitch.Chelsea visited the unique ground very recently during the Conference League qualifiers.’Silence is deafening’ – Man Utd fans ready to protest at Arsenal clash and vow to ‘rise again to defend our club’The Blues faced Servette in the play-offs at Stade de Geneve in the second leg after winning 2-0 at Stamford Bridge in August.The West Londoners didn’t have the best experience in Switzerland as they lost 2-1.Christopher Nkunku opened the scoring from the penalty spot but Jeremy Guillemenot equalised before Enzo Crivelli turned the game on its head.However, Chelsea sealed their ticket to the league phase thanks to a 3-2 win on aggregate.Chelsea visited the ground only last summerCredit: AFPThe ground has also hosted Euro 2008 fixturesCredit: GettyStade de Geneve is one of the prettiest grounds in SwitzerlandCredit: GettyChelsea lost to Servette at Stade de GeneveCredit: Getty More

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      Chelsea star Nicolas Jackson wanted by Atletico Madrid with two Premier League rivals ready to do battle for transfer

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      ATLETICO MADRID are plotting an ambitious summer move for Nicolas Jackson – but could face competition from TWO Premier League sides.The Chelsea striker, who is currently injured, has performed well this season bagging nine Premier League goals so far.Atletico Madrid are considering a move for Nicolas JacksonCredit: GettyBut there is still a question mark over whether he has the quality to lead Chelsea back to the top of the table which remains the west London club’s ultimate ambition.The Blues have been linked with moves for a new striker.And if they do enter the transfer market in the summer for a No9 it could push Jackson towards the exit.Atletico have long admired the player and the Spanish giants would be at the front of the queue should he become available.Read More in FootballBut SunSport understands Aston Villa and Newcastle are also monitoring developments.Aston Villa know that they face a fight to keep hold of their forward Ollie Watkins in the summer, with Arsenal keen to resurrect a deal for the player.And Alexander Isak could leave St James’ Park if Eddie Howe can’t deliver Champions League football.Earlier this month SunSport revealed that Newcastle were monitoring potential replacements. Bournemouth’s Justin Kluivert is firmly on their radar.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSJackson has scored nine Prem goals this seasonThey’ve watched the Cherries striker several times this season and believe he could be persuaded to follow in his father’s footsteps, Patrick Kluivert, who was a favourite on Tyneside.But Jackson, a proven Premier League goalscorer, would also appeal to Newcastle and they are closely monitoring developments.Shock new footage appears to show Chelsea star Nicolas Jackson slapping Nottingham Forest rival in face More

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      My dad’s a Premier League legend and Chelsea icon, now I’m making my own way in football

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      PETR CECH’s daughter is following in her father’s footsteps after she made her national team debut.The Chelsea legend played in England for a decade and a half while also playing in goal for the Czech Republic for 14 years.Petr Cech’s daughter is following in his footstepsCredit: ReutersAdela Cechova made her debut for the Czech Republic Under-17 sideBut the 42-year-old’s daughter, Adela Cechova, has now taken the next steps in following her father’s career.On Tuesday the 17-year-old made her debut for Czechia’s Under-17 national team.She starred off the bench in a 3-0 defeat to Mexico in the MIMA Cup being held in Spain.The tournament will also see Cechova taking on England and Scotland before the end of the current international break.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, Cechova is a defender rather than a goalkeeper like her father.Her coach, Daniel Smejkal, says of her: “She’s a promising defender.”Now we are taking her with us to Spain to train so that we can get to know her better.”Cechova wears the number 21 on her back.Most read in FootballShe has also kept her club football routes close to home, playing for Chelsea’s local rivals Fulham.Tonight Cechova will have the chance to help her nation get a win on the board when they face England, before another opportunity presents itself against Scotland on Saturday.Premier League legend makes professional ice hockey debut at 41 years old after joining championsCech actually missed the birth of his daughter on January 23, 2008, because he was with the Chelsea team for a League Cup semi-final tie against Everton.Chelsea would win the tie 2-1, although Cech did not play in the game – not even being named on the bench – with Hilario deputising in goal as picked by Avram Grant.On missing her birth, Cech told People Magazine: “It was the best day of my life and at the same time the saddest.”I was happy to be a father and proud of my wife, but sad to have missed the birth.”My daughter decided she would come in the middle of the night without me being able to do anything, so I had to wait glued to the phone.”Cech, who now plays ice hockey, has two children with his wife Martina.They have a boy, named Damian, who is following more directly in his father’s footsteps, being a goalkeeper with the Under-15s at Fulham.According to Czech outlet iDNES.cz, Cech does not want either of his children to play for Chelsea.The publication explains: “She will always be ‘Cech’s daughter’, but I don’t think he will push her up.”Quite the opposite, because he doesn’t want any of his children to play for a Chelsea team where he is a legend.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Playing with the national team is a new football and life experience for her.”Both of Cech’s children are kept away from the media spotlight in general and are said to be reluctant to give interviews.Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Tony Bedeau dead at 45: Torquay United legend who came through Chelsea’s books dies as club left ‘shocked’

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      FORMER football star Tony Bedeau has died at the age of just 45.Tributes have poured in for the ex-Chelsea youth player and Torquay United legend from team-mates and fans.Former football star Tony Bedeau has died at the age of just 45Credit: PA:Press AssociationBedeau is most remembered for his two spells with TorquayCredit: GettyBedeau passed away from a medical issue at his home in west London, according to reports.As a mark of respect, Torquay will hold a minute’s applause before kick-off against Hornchurch at Plainmoor on Saturday.A club statement read: “Tony’s passing has shocked all of us, and our thoughts and condolences are with his family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.”Co-chairman Michael Westcott said: “Tony was one of the most exciting players to have worn the yellow shirt – and one of my personal favourites. READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS”His pace and energy brought so much to the team, and he was much loved by our fans.””We are deeply saddened by his passing. He will forever be a part of Torquay United’s legacy, and we offer our sincerest condolences to his family and all those who knew him.”Bedeau started his career with Torquay – making his debut at 16 years old – having previously been on the books at Chelsea. He was born in Hammersmith and represented Grenada – through his father’s birthplace – four times at international level.Most read in FootballThe ex-striker scored 65 goals in 374 appearances during two spells with Torquay.That total places him eighth on United’s all-time appearance list.Bedeau joined the Gulls as an apprentice in 1995 and helped them finish third in what is now League Two in 2004.He left the club in 2006 to join Walsall but returned to Plainmoor a year later before ending his career at non-league Kingstonian.Renowned for his pace and flair, Bedeau was revered as one of the best strikers to play for Torquay.‘Beds’, as he was known at Plainmoor, played in the 1998 Play-Off Final at Wembley and was close to big-money moves to Sunderland and Sheffield Wednesday.Tributes have flooded in from fans and retired players.Former semi-pro footballer James Constable – who now works as a player liaison at Oxford United – wrote on X: “Heartbreaking to hear of the passing of ex team-mate and friend Tony Bedeau.”He will be missed by everyone who knew him, honestly one of the nicest guys you could meet. RIP Beds.”One supporter added: “One of the first footballers I remember watching live. Cult hero for Torquay in the late 90s/00s.”READ MORE SUN STORIESWhile a Walsall fan said: “Tony Bedeau helped give me one of the greatest seasons of my life. It is a sad day.”Walsall stated: “Our thoughts are with Tony’s friends, family and everyone at Torquay.” More

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      Former Chelsea star and Match of the Day pundit returning to UK after quitting football to become PREACHER in Canada

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      FORMER Chelsea star Gavin Peacock is returning to the UK after leaving to become a PREACHER in Canada. Peacock spent three years at Chelsea after signing in 1993 from Newcastle.Gavin Peacock is returning to the UK after leaving to become a preacher in CanadaCredit: Phil Shephard-Lewis – The TimesHe also played for Bournemouth and QPR before his move to Stamford Bridge and later Charlton after leaving the Blues. He retired in 2001 and later moved into punditry with the BBC, working on Match of the Day and Football Focus. It was after Euro 2008 – where he worked as a pundit – that Peacock moved to Canada to become a preacher.But according to The Express, the ex-forward is plotting a return home to spend a year as pastor at Bethersden Baptist Church in Kent.READ MORE IN football Peacock has been a Christian since his teens and has taken part in a number of ventures to discuss links between religion and football.Explaining his decision to move to Canada, he said: “[The TV work] was all going very well. “So when I gave everything up, it did surprise a number of people. It’s been the hardest few years of my life – but coming away from the UK has given me some anonymity. “Here in Canada, they consider me a preacher, not a footballer or pundit.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS “In 2006, my wife got an illness and was in hospital for a couple of weeks.”That recalibrated my thinking and I thought about going into church leadership, and eventually gave up my media career. “Being a pastor really is calling to me. I’ve played at Wembley in an FA Cup final but feel a stronger sense of responsibility when I’m giving a service to 30 people.”Peacock spent three years with ChelseaCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdPeacock, middle, also worked as a commentatorCredit: Getty More