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      FA launches NEW investigation into Premier League boss over historical child sex abuse allegations

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      THE FOOTBALL Association have launched a safeguarding investigation into a Premier League boss cleared over multiple historical sex abuse allegations.At least three women made complaints to cops against the well-known football figure.The football boss was quizzed by Met Police officers in June last yearPolice took the decision not to bring criminal charges after receiving advice from the CPS.Crown lawyers believed there was insufficient evidence for a realistic prospect of a successful prosecution.The FA inquiry is now able to proceed following the conclusion of the police criminal investigation and could recommend special measures are taken against the man.A spokesperson for the national governing body said: “We have robust safeguarding measures in place, and all referrals into us are handled in line with our policies and procedures.”We investigate and assess all allegations and concerns about individuals who may pose a risk of harm to children and adults at risk in football and, where applicable, can impose proportionate safeguarding measures in accordance with FA safeguarding regulations.‘’We do not comment on individual cases.”The man also still faces civil action from a woman who claims he raped her at his home when she was 15.Separately, other women alleged to police they were sexually assaulted and raped by the man, who cannot be named for legal reasons.Most read in FootballHe was quizzed under caution by police on at least two occasions over the allegations, which he strongly refuted.The football boss was quizzed by Met Police officers in June last year over an historical allegation of rape against a teenage girl.The woman claimed the man forced her to have sex with him when she applied to work for a business he was involved with at the time.It is unconnected to the football club the man is now linked with.The investigation was later taken over by Essex Police, already probing separate claims by other complainants against the man.It is understood the decision to take no further action was taken in September and the man was informed.Essex Police said it “had received a number of allegations relating to non-recent sexual offences”.A spokesman for the force said: “Tackling violence against women and girls is a key focus for Essex Police and we take allegations of this nature very seriously.“Our specialist officers, who specifically investigate non-recent sexual offences, carried out a thorough and extensive investigation including obtaining accounts from those affected.“Following consultation with the CPS, and acting on advice received from them, Essex Police took the decision that no further action would be taken in relation to these allegations.“As with any investigation, should new information be received it will be assessed.”The football boss was given anonymity by a judge for the civil case he is facing.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt is alleged by the plaintiff that he raped and beat her and she is claiming damages for psychological harm.No action was taken by police in that case either but it will be tested under the lower burden of proof under civil law. More

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      Benjamin Mendy WINS battle against Man City over £11m unpaid wages after salary stopped following rape charge

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      BENJAMIN Mendy has won his battle against Man City for the majority of his £11.5million in unpaid wages following his rape charge.The 30-year-old took the Premier League winners to an employment tribunal when his £500,000-a-month salary was halted in 2021.Benjamin Mendy took Man City to an employment tribunalCredit: GettyMendy stood trial twice on a string of rape and attempted rape charges but was cleared last year.The star, who now plays for French Ligue 2 club Lorient, claimed for “unauthorised deductions” from his wages.Mendy has today won the fight for the majority of his unpaid salary while he was facing the charges.The exact amount will have to be calculated by Mendy and the club, or determined at a future hearing if they cannot reach an agreement.Read more in newsBut City could end up forking out around £8.5million, which covers the 17-month period his pay was wrongly blocked. Employment Judge Joanne Dunlop ruled Mendy is “entitled to recover some, but not all of the sums claimed”.This is because five months of the 22 months Mendy claimed he was owed were spent in custody after he breached his bail conditions.The judge found that when Mendy was not in custody, he was “ready and willing” to work and was “prevented from doing” so by reasons that were “unavoidable or involuntary on his part”.Most read in FootballManchester Employment Tribunal heard how his contract showed that on top of his salary, the star would receive a £900,000 bonus for appearing in 60 per cent of matches.Mendy would then also be handed a £1million bonus if City qualified for the Champions League, and an annual £1.2million payment to his image rights company.Benjamin Mendy says ‘several’ Man City stars JOINED sex parties as he sues club for £11m unpaid wages after rape chargeBut a month after he was charged, City bosses told Mendy they were stopping wages as he was “not presently ready and able to perform the obligations of his contract”.He claimed he was assured by Man City’s then chief football operating officer Omar Berrada that he would receive his unpaid wages once he had been cleared.But the tribunal was told when Mendy messaged the chief in November 2022 asking for confirmation, he received no response.The French international also claimed he got no message back from Khaldoon Al Mubarak, the Emirati chief executive of the club.As a result, Mendy told the tribunal he was forced to borrow money from his teammates after he ran out of cash “very quickly”.The court was told current and former players Raheem Sterling, Bernardo Silva and Riyad Mahrez helped the left-back out.Mendy also had to sell his Cheshire mansion to cover legal fees, bills and child support payments after his wages were withheld.But Sean Jones KC, representing City, told the tribunal Mendy had only himself to blame for not being paid because of his own irresponsible behaviour.This included reports of lockdown-busting parties at his mansion and breaking his bail conditions.Mr Jones added: “The essence of the submission by Mr Mendy is that his contract creates a moral hazard.”He says, ‘I can behave as irresponsibly as I like, I can ignore all the rules, both legal, of the club and common sense to the point where my behaviour results in prison’.”He is trying to make a moral hazard into a virtue.”He says, ‘It should in no way affect my entitlement to pay. There should be no consequences to my behaviour’.”Mendy urges City to do ‘honourable’ thingIn a statement, Mendy said: “Today the Employment Tribunal upheld the main part of my claim against Manchester City Football Club for unpaid wages, finding that the club had unlawfully made deductions from my wages for a total period of 16 months and 23 days.”Having had to wait for three years for my wages, I am delighted with the decision and sincerely hope that the club will now do the honourable thing and pay the outstanding amounts, as well as the other amounts promised to me under the contract, without further delay, so I can finally put this difficult part of my life behind me.”I would like to thank my friends, family, agent (Meissa N’Diaye) and my legal team (Nick De Marco KC, Laffer Abogados and Fletcher Sports Law) for all of their support.”City spent a reported £49.2million signing Mendy from French side Monaco in 2017 on a six-year contract.The tribunal heard the club continued to pay Mendy following his first arrest in November 2020.He left the club when his contract expired in June 2023 after not playing for the club since his second arrest in 2021.READ MORE SUN STORIESLast year, Mendy was found not guilty of one charge of rape and one charge of attempted rape following a retrial.He had previously been cleared of six counts of rape and one count of sexual assault.Mendy was twice cleared of rape chargesCredit: PAThe tribunal heard his £500k-a-month City salary was stopped after he was chargedCredit: PAMendy claimed he had to borrow money from his teammates including SterlingCredit: AP:Associated PressThe club told the tribunal Mendy had only himself to blame for not being paidCredit: Getty More

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      Mike Tyson reveals how he left prison with staggering $400MILLION in the bank after going in with $15m

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      MIKE TYSON says he left prison $375MILLION richer after signing lucrative deals behind bars. Tyson was jailed in 1992 after being convicted of rape and served three years at the Indiana Youth Center. Mike Tyson poses with wads of cash in 1989Credit: GettyTyson spent three years in prison from 1992Credit: AFPA year after coming out of prison, Tyson was already heavyweight world champion thanks to the help of Don King.And it was the legendary yet controversial promoter who made Iron Mike a rich man again – even while locked up.Tyson told former world champion Andre Ward: “When I went to prison I had $15million (£11.5m). “When I came out I must have had $300-400million (£307m). I’m in there signing contracts in prison.” READ MORE IN BOXINGTyson had two comeback fights in 1995 upon his release before beating Frank Bruno for the WBC title a year after. But following defeats to Evander Holyfield and Lennox Lewis, by 2003 Tyson had filed for bankruptcy after blowing through $250m (£190m). And his career was over in 2005 following consecutive losses to Britain’s Danny Williams and Kevin McBride, who was also a tree surgeon. Tyson later recouped his wealth in retirement thanks in part to his cannabis empire. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd his net worth is set to rocket another $40m (£30m) when he makes his return after 20 YEARS out to fight Jake Paul. He takes on the YouTuber-turned-boxer on November 15 in a controversial clash slammed for the age difference. Tyson said: “I’m a fighter, I feel good and I can do it. And I feel I can beat this guy.” Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: Getty More

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      Arsenal fan guilty of hurling vile racial abuse at OWN player Thomas Partey – but claimed he was just being ‘sarcastic’

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      AN ARSENAL fan has pleaded guilty to racially abusing star midfielder Thomas Partey – but claimed he was only being sarcastic.Charles Ogunmilade, 28, admitted racially attacking the Gunners’ Ghanaian midfielder with a “grossly offensive” message after Arsenal’s 3-3 draw with Southampton last year.The aspiring photographer called Partey a “dirty black c**t” in a shocking racist postCredit: GettyCharles Ogunmilade, above, sent the post after Partey hit a long-range strike over the bar.Credit: Chris EadesThe post, on Elon Musk’s X platform, were sent moments after £50m midfielder Partey, 31, spooned a 30-yard wonder-strike effort over the crossbar.His shot followed Arsenal stars Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard scoring to rescue a critical point in the title race with two goals in the last two minutes of the match.Recruitment consultant Ogunmilade, of Romford, Essex, spoke only to confirm his name, age and plea.Prosecutor Rami Amin said: “During the evening of April 21, 2023 there was a Premier League match between Arsenal and Southampton.Read more about Arsenal“This featured a player for Arsenal called Thomas Partey.“This defendant posted a comment on the Twitter platform.”The court heard the content of the post, which The Sun is not repeating, meant the offence was aggravated because of the racist language used.Padma Panigrahi, defending, insisted the vile remarks had been made in jest.Most read in FootballThe solicitor added: “My client has advised me that he and his friends communicate on Twitter.“He and his friendship group mimic what white, racist football hooligans say.“That’s why it was in inverted commas – they were basically being sarcastic.“That’s what a white football racist would say in that situation.“He’s very remorseful, that’s why he’s admitted it in an interview and co-operated with the police.“His family are in Nigeria.”The court heard Ogunmilade would contest a football banning order, which is typically applied to cases involving the sport.He is likely to be handed a community order.Head magistrate Margaret Orgill JP told the football fan: “As you know, we need a probation report.“If you commit any offence while on bail, you will get a more severe punishment.He was granted unconditional bail to appear for sentencing at City of London magistrates’ court on November 26.Ogunmilade made no comment when approached by The Sun outside court.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe club previously demanded an investigation into a vile troll who posted a racist image of England hero Bukayo Saka, 21.And last month law student Suhel Ali escaped jail after calling world-class winger Saka offensive terms in a voice note on X.Partey attempted to win the match for Arsenal but hit his shot over the bar, after Martin Odegaard had levelled the score at 3-3Credit: ReutersSuhel Ali, 20, escaped jail last month after racially abusing Bukayo SakaCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk More

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      British boxer, 21, found dead in hotel room with ‘drug paraphernalia’ next to unconscious Australian star

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      A BRITISH boxer has been found dead in a Thai hotel room reportedly next to drug paraphernalia.The 21-year-old was with Australian Muay Thai star Jayson Tonkin in a room on the fourth floor in the coastal resort city of Pattaya.Muay Thai fighter Jayson Tonkin is in intensive care after being found with ‘drug paraphernalia’Credit: Asia Pacific Press via ViralPressJayson was found with a dead Brit in his hotel roomCredit: Asia Pacific Press via ViralPressCops said the two men were found just after midnight Wednesday with “drug paraphernalia” on the table after staff heard a commotion in the room.On arriving they found Jayson panicking “in a state of severe intoxication” about why the other person was “lying still”, local media reported.The Brit was dead and was shirtless, wearing just black shorts and a waist bag.A police spokesman said: “We have taken photos of the scene and collected all evidence. Read more on boxing”We believe he may have died from a drug overdose based on what we found in the room. “We will question his friend further when he is conscious.”Jayson was later taken to hospital and is currently in the ICU unconscious.Despite that, Thai cops, who take a hard line on drugs, could charge him with consumption or possession leading to up to five years in prison, the Daily Mail reports.Most read in BoxingJayson, originally from Manly in Sydney, moved to Thailand as a teen and had begun fight in Muay Thai bouts.A middleweight Muay Thai fighter nicknamed The Dingo, Jayson opened up about his struggles with drugs – and in particular methamphetamine – in a podcast about mental health made earlier this year.One fight planned for October 20 against WBC Muay Thai world number one middleweight champion, Tengnueng Sitjaesairoong had been cancelled after Monsoon rains had hit the area.The Foreign Office said: “We are supporting the family of a British man who has died in Thailand and are in contact with the local authorities.”Jayson was in Thailand for Muay Thai fightingCredit: Asia Pacific Press via ViralPress More

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      Trial of TV model accused of making false rape claim against France star suspended after no-show by lawyer

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      THE TRIAL of a TV model accused of making a false rape claim against AC Milan defender Theo Hernandez was suspended today after a no-show by her lawyer.Luisa Kremleva’s brief called in sick at the last minute, alleging a “medical emergency”, ahead of her court appearance in Malaga after public prosecutors demanded a two-year prison sentence on conviction.The trial of TV model Luisa Kremleva was suspendedKremleva is accused of making a false rape claim against AC Milan ace Theo HernandezThe Russian-born beauty is understood to have been made aware of her lawyer’s health problem beforehand and opted to stay away so she didn’t have to face waiting media.It was not immediately clear this afternoon when the long-awaited trial, which well-placed sources said today had been suspended on a previous occasion when Kremleva said she was undergoing treatment in her homeland, will now go ahead.French international Hernandez, whose club sides have included both Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid, was told he wouldn’t be needed to testify by video-conference from Italy after the trial suspension.A court official said outside the courtroom, about an hour after the hearing was due to get underway: “There won’t be a trial today.Read More on Football“The defence has asked for a suspension because of an emergency medical issue.”Another insider said: “Kremleva’s lawyer called in sick at the last moment. The court only found out this morning.”Public prosecutors allege the real estate boss’ daughter, who forged a name for herself on Spanish TV reality and dating shows between modelling assignments, made up the rape after she and Hernandez had “consensual sex” in a Porsche Cayenne outside glitzy Marbella nightclub Olivia Valere but then refused to go home with her.They claim in a three-page indictment seen by Sun Online which forms the basis of the allegations against her that she acted out of revenge.Most read in FootballShe was charged with perjury in relation to the “non-existent rape” following her arrest in January 2020 on a warrant after she failed to answer a court summons.We can reveal investigators took just two days to provisionally archive her rape claim after she made her police statement in June 2017.Full indictment reportThe public protection indictment states, referring to the Milan footballer and the female model by their initials or simply the initial of their first names: “In the early hours of June 4 2017 the accused was in Olivia Valere nightclub where she had arranged to meet up with T.B.F.H.“He was in the same venue in a VIP area with a group of friends.“About 4am both left with the intention of having a sexual encounter and went to a vehicle parked in the car parking area which a friend of T was using and had full sex which L consented to before returning to the nightclub.“L subsequently tried unsuccessfully to persuade T to stay with her and go home with her and ended up fighting with the women who were part of T’s group before returning to her home alone about 8am.“From there, out of revenge and to take advantage of T being well-known, she requested the presence of police and claimed she had been the victim of a sexual assault and wanted to report it.”Outlining how she had been taken to hospital for a routine medical examination before making a formal written statement in the afternoon. the indictment added: “She maliciously stated that after initially agreeing to having sex with T, she changed her mind and despite making it clear she didn’t want to continue, T continued and forced himself on her before injuring her by pushing her out of the car and making her fall on her knees.Phone message“She hid from investigators the fact that she had fallen to the ground accidentally and then again in the course of the fight with T’s female friends.”The falls are thought to have been recorded by Olivia Valere’s CCTV cameras, which also showed her returning with Hernandez to the nightclub after the “consensual sex” she claimed was a rape.Investigators are also believed to have obtained a phone message Kremleva sent the footballer around 6.15am, after the alleged rape, asking him repeatedly when he was going to go home with her.Attacking left-back Hernandez, capped 35 times by France at senior level, was never arrested before a court dismissed her claim and police started preparing a case against her.In a newspaper interview after the ‘rape’ investigators subsequently dismissed Kremleva insisted: “I have proof of the attack which are on my backside and knees.“I would love it if Theo apologised. It’s the least I deserve.”Her mum Mila went on Spanish TV after news of her January 13 2020 detention broke to claim: “My daughter is not under arrest. She went to pick up a court notification.“With time the truth is going to come out.”The model subsequently wrote on social media: “I have not been arrested. I have not been convicted of any crime. The truth will come out.”READ MORE SUN STORIESShe privatised her Instagram at the start of the month after it emerged a date had been set for her trial.As well as a two-year prison sentence Kremleva is also facing a possible POUNDS 12,000 fine if she is eventually convicted, although two-year jail sentences are normally suspended in Spain for first-time offenders. More

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      Ex-Arsenal star Jay Emmanuel-Thomas denies role in £600k Stansted Airport drug smuggling plot

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      A FORMER Arsenal star has denied being behind a £600,000 Stansted Airport drug smuggling plot.Jay Emmanuel-Thomas, 33, was detained by National Crime Agency officers after the haul of cannabis was seized.Ex-Arsenal star Jay Emmanuel-Thomas has appeared in courtCredit: GettyHe was allegedly behind a plot to smuggle cannabis into the UKCredit: National Crime AgencyEmmanuel-Thomas appeared at Chelmsford Crown Court todayCredit: PAThe former Arsenal star appeared at Chelmsford Crown Court today charged with importing Class B drugs.He denied the charge and was remanded into custody ahead of a provisional trial in May next year.The maximum sentence for cannabis importation in the UK is up to 14 years in prison.Emmanuel-Thomas was arrested in Inverclyde, Scotland, last month.Read more newsHis contract with Scottish Championship team Greenock Morton was later “terminated with immediate effect”.The NCA said the drugs were seized at Stansted Airport on September 2, with two women arrested and charged.Border Force officers allegedly found 60kg of cannabis in two suitcases which that arrived on a flight from Bangkok.Rosie Rowland, 28, and Yasmin Piotrowska, 33, also pleaded not guilty to the same charge today.Most read in FootballThey were bailed ahead of a hearing scheduled for all three defendants on January 6.Emmanuel-Thomas is a former England under-17 and under-19 international.Ex-Arsenal star Jay Emmanuel-Thomas charged with importing drugs after £600,000 worth of cannabis seized at airportHe began his career at Arsenal before playing for various clubs – including Ipswich Town, Bristol City, QPR, Livingston and Aberdeen.The striker signed a six-month contract with Greenock Morton in July.NCA senior investigating officer David Phillips said: “The NCA continues to work with partners like Border Force to target those involved in drug smuggling – that includes both the couriers and the organisers.”We would appeal to anyone who is approached to engage in any kind of smuggling to think very carefully about the likely consequences of their actions and the potentially life-changing risks they will be taking.”Emmanuel-Thomas was arrested last monthCredit: InstagramHis contract at Greenock Morton has been terminatedCredit: Kenny Ramsay More

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      Arsenal cult hero Podolski being investigated by police for ‘forbidden’ way he said goodbye to fans in last-ever game

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      ARSENAL hero Lukas Podolski is being investigated by German police shortly after his final ever match.Podolski, 39, rolled credits on his 18-year career that saw him playing for the likes of Bayern Munich, Germany and of course the Gunners.Arsenal hero Lukas Podolski announced his retirement from football in a testimonial matchCredit: GettyPodolski landed in trouble with the police during the testimonial in CologneCredit: GettyPodolski lit a flare, which is forbidden in German stadiums, and faces a fineThe winger hung up his boots while playing for Polish outfit Gornik Zabrze and bid farewell to football in a testimonial match that was put together in Cologne two weeks ago in front of 50,000 fans.The ex-Germany international put together his own team he dubbed Team Poldi, which beat a Koln XI 5-3 at the RheinEnergieStadion.The ex-Galatasaray star received a standing ovation from the crowd after the match which led to him breaking down in tears.An emotional Podolski then joined the crowd in the stands and was pictured holding a burning pyrotechnic flare as he bid farewell to his fans.Read More on ArsenalAccording to Kolner Stadtanzeiger, as per Bild, that landed the German in hot water with the Cologne police as it is prohibited to set off flares in German stadiums.In fact, that is considered an administrative offence and thus Podolski is facing a pyrotechnics fine.The same source claims the city is responsible for collecting the fine and the Koln legend will probably receive a hearing notice in the mail within the next few days.Former police director and head of operations at the Cologne stadium Volker Lange didn’t mince his words about the forward as he dubbed him a “bad role model”.Most read in FootballLange said: “Firstly, it is forbidden, secondly, he is a bad role model. And thirdly: Someone who will take on responsibility at FC should be a role model – also in such points.”A number of football greats honoured Podolski during his testimonial match, such as Manuel Neuer, Joachim Low, Mats Hummels and ex-Arsenal team-mate Per Mertesacker.Arsenal legend Lukas Podolski looks emotional as he retires from football aged 39 The ex-Inter Milan star enjoyed immense success as he won the Bundesliga with Bayern, the World Cup with Germany and the FA Cup with Arsenal, where he amassed 31 goals and 15 assists in 82 games.And Podolski has proven to be successful off the pitch as well thanks to his ice cream and kebab business.It has been reported that the former Arsenal ace, who spent three years at the Emirates before his departure in 2015, has seen his net worth rise to £177.5million thanks to his investments.I’m a former Arsenal star – now I’m worth nearly £180MILLION after building kebab empire and ice cream brand More