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      Sunderland player Jack Diamond ‘raped woman he met on Tinder after promising “cuddles” at home he shared with teammate’

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      A SUNDERLAND footballer raped a woman he met on a dating site at the home he shared with a teammate, a court heard.Jack Diamond, 23, allegedly attacked the woman after inviting her over for “cuddling”.
      Jack Diamond has denied raping the womanCredit: NNP
      The winger has been suspended from Sunderland
      Once she arrived, the winger made it clear he “wanted more than that” and raped and sexually assaulted her, it is said.
      The alleged attack took place at the home Diamond previously shared with his Black Cats teammate Anthony Patterson.
      Newcastle Crown Court was told the woman feared he was messaging Mr Patterson to arrange a “threesome” after noticing the player on his phone.
      Jurors heard the Diamond, who claims the sex was consensual, met the complainant on Tinder.
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      She told police she agreed to go to the footballer’s home “just for cuddles” as she was not on the pill at the time.
      The woman “eventually” consented to some sexual activity before Diamond fell asleep.
      When he awoke, the court heard he began to “feel and caress” the woman even when she asked him to stop.
      Prosecutor David Povall said: “She asked him to stop and told him she wasn’t in the mood, but he persisted.”
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      Diamond then allegedly sexually assaulted the woman while he “straddled” her – causing her physical pain.
      Jurors heard she turned her back to Diamond as he performed a sex act on himself before he pushed her underwear to one side and raped her.
      Mr Povall said: “Some time later, she realised he was messaging on his phone, and she feared that he was communicating with (Sunderland goalkeeper) Anthony Patterson, his housemate, who had previously raised the possibility of a threesome.
      “She didn’t want to get into that situation. Fearful of what might happen, she messaged a friend, asking for help.
      “He told her to leave immediately, which she did. Her friend met her at her house, where he saw the very emotional and distressed state she was in, and he waited with her till the police arrived.”
      During her interview with police, she said she felt “sick” over the alleged attack and “turned over and cried” after.
      She said he “grabbed her wrists” and was “quite aggressive” during, telling officers: “It was like a switch had gone off.”
      The complainant added: “I’ve never felt that way before. I thought I was going to physically throw up”.
      Diamond, who denies rape and assault by penetration, told officers she had initiated the sexual contact, which he claimed he rejected.
      He also claimed the woman was “jealous and possessive”, the court heard.
      Diamond was on loan at League One club Lincoln City, who have since terminated his contract, when he was charged last season.
      The forward has also been suspended from Sunderland while the criminal case continues.
      Diamond made 45 appearances for the team – including when they won the Papa John’s Trophy at Wembley in 2021.
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      He scored eight times in 36 matches for League One club Lincoln last season.
      The trial continues.
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      Twist in probe into £1m raid on Jack Grealish’s mansion as cops fear it may have been an inside job

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      POLICE suspect a £1million raid on Jack Grealish’s mansion may have been an inside job after dozens of workmen had recently been in the property.The Three Lions star and fiancée Sasha Attwood moved in five days before Christmas after tradesmen had been finishing renovations.
      Cops suspect a £1million raid on Jack Grealish’s mansion may have been an inside jobCredit: Rex
      Grealish and fiancée Sasha Attwood moved in five days before Christmas after tradesmen had been finishing renovationsCredit: Instagram
      A source said: ‘By the time Jack’s partner and family downstairs heard what was going on and raised the alarm, they were long gone’Credit: https://www.instagram.com/jackgrealish/
      And The Sun understands police are focussing on whether thieves who broke into the £5.6million pad via an upstairs balcony could have been tipped off.
      A source said: “The crooks went straight to safes and jewellery counters.
      “By the time Jack’s partner and family downstairs heard what was going on and raised the alarm, they were long gone.
      “The thieves may have had specific details provided by eyewitnesses who had been in the home.”
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      Another theory is the burglars were helped by the Man City star’s planning application for an extension, which reveals online the layout of his seven-bed home.
      The Sun revealed the lavish property in Cheshire was raided last Wednesday evening while the 28-year-old played in City’s 3-1 Prem win at Everton.
      Former Met top detective Mick Neville said cops would be “trying to establish who has had access to the property over the last few months”.
      He called for clubs to help give stars better home protection.
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      City boss Pep Guardiola has urged stars not to flaunt their wealth online as it emerged Jack had worn £500,000 of different watches in recent weeks.
      Jack’s agent and Cheshire Police were approached for comment.  
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      Jack Grealish says ‘I can’t begin to explain how devastated I am’ as he breaks silence over ‘traumatic’ £1m burglary

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      JACK Grealish has opened up about the raid on his mansion, saying he has been left “devastated”.The family of the Man City star, 28, were forced to push a panic button after hearing noises upstairs earlier this month.
      The Man City star says he was left ‘devastated’ after the burglaryCredit: Instagram
      Jack’s girlfriend Sasha Attwood was among those present during the terrifying ordealCredit: Instagram
      Grealish was in the Man City line up that faced Everton when his home was raidedCredit: Alamy
      Jack wrote on Instagram: “I can’t begin to explain how devastated I am over the burglary that took place at my home a few days ago.
      “My family mean the world to me and nothing is more important than ensuring their safety.
      “This has been a traumatic experience for all of us, I am just so grateful that nobody was hurt.
      “I have had so many amazing experiences and achievements over the last 12 months, but to be honest the best year of my life in football now doesn’t feel like something I can celebrate.
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      “The people that commit these terrible crimes have no idea of the damage they cause to people’s lives.
      “I hope they are found and brought to justice so no other family has to go through what we have.
      “I appreciate the messages from everyone and the support from my friends, teammates and the club.
      “On a more positive note, I’d like to thank everyone for their support throughout this past year, I wish you and your family a happy 2024.”
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      Around ten relatives and girlfriend Sasha Attwood were at home watching Grealish in action on December 27, when the terrifying ordeal occurred, leaving them shaken.
      Crooks managed to break into Grealish’s £5.6million property despite security and perimeter fencing around his home.
      Cops quickly raced to the scene fearing a hostage situation.
      And a police helicopter soon arrived to monitor the area.
      Just three days on from the terrifying ordeal, City boss Pep Guardiola opted to start Grealish against Sheffield United at the Etihad.
      Jack and Sasha have known each other since secondary schoolCredit: Refer to Caption
      Sasha Attwood shares unseen pics from her and Jack Grealish’s New York trip last DecemberCredit: Instagram More

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      Prem star ‘called apartment block concierge the N-word twice during drunken rant’ sparking police probe

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      A PREMIER League star is being investigated by police over claims he racially abused a staff member at a luxury apartment block.His alleged victim said the footballer hurled the N-word at him twice after turning up “agitated” and smelling of alcohol in the early hours.
      A Premier League star is being investigated by police over claims he racially abused a staff member at a luxury apartment block (stock picture)Credit: Getty
      His alleged victim, the concierge, said the footballer hurled the N-word at him twice
      The 50-year-old man claimed it happened when he was working as a concierge on December 10, after the player angrily demanded a key.
      He has reported his allegations to the Metropolitan Police and the player’s club, which have both confirmed a complaint has been made.
      The man was standing in as a temporary worker on reception, and said of the player: “He smelt like alcohol and was very agitated.
      “I wanted to help him.
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      “I wanted to get him in.
      “But as soon as he saw me he demanded, ‘My key?’
      “I asked him, ‘Please, Sir, can you write down your name, email, address and phone number, so I can try to help.’
      “I explained I was a temp worker and I would do my best to help.
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      “But my colleague, who was the supervisor, was on security patrol.
      “It was late. I could not get on the computer system.
      “The password I was given didn’t work.
      “Then he started losing his temper, telling me to give him the ‘f***ing key’.
      “Then he called me a ‘c***’.
      “I told him, ‘Wait a few minutes and my colleague will be back. He has access to the keys.’
      “Then he was swearing more at me and said, ‘Give me the key, you f***ing n*****.’
      “I draw the line at that.
      “I was appalled and disgusted.
      “I said to him, ‘I will not tolerate that.
      “Do not use that word towards me.’
      “He was shouting at me, ‘Do you know who I f***ing am? You will never work here again.’
      “He said the N-word again.”
      The concierge, who was born in England to Senegalese-Gambian parents, said he did not know who the player was at the time.
      He added: “I don’t follow football.
      “The development is a place with lots of very rich people. 
      “It is my job to make sure the place is safe. 
      “After he had gone, my colleague told me he is a famous footballer.
      “I was shocked.
      “I felt sick to the pit of my stomach.”
      The Met said: “On December 13, a 50-year-old man contacted police to report he had been racially abused by another man as he worked as a concierge.
      “There have been no arrests.
      “Enquiries continue.”
      The player’s club said: “It would be inappropriate to comment until the matter has been investigated fully by police.
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      The player is said to deny the allegations.
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      Pep Guardiola speaks out on ‘bad moment’ for Jack Grealish and his family after terrifying raid during game

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      PEP Guardiola today spoke out following a terrifying raid at Jack Grealish’s home while his family was inside.Man City star Grealish was playing against Everton as his loved ones, including partner Sasha Attwood, cheered him on when the horror unfolded.
      Pep spoke out about the raid on Jack Grealish’s homeCredit: Getty
      They were forced to take cover as cops rushed to the £5.6million home to avoid a potential hostage situation.
      The robbers made off with £1million worth of jewellery and watches, while Grealish’s family were left “really shaken” in the horror.
      Manager Pep said today: “Fortunately nothing wrong happened where the family was inside.
      “It is what it is today in the modern day, with many things happening.
      “It was a bad moment for him and his family but, fortunately, what was not damaged were the people inside.”
      The gaffer also confirmed Grealish would be available to play tomorrow in City’s clash against Sheffield United.
      The crooks managed to get in despite extensive security and perimeter fencing around the England star’s home.
      Cops have been combing the area around the mansion from the ground and air in a desperate bid to apprehend the gang.
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      It is understood Grealish was told about the raid just minutes after Wednesday’s game finished in a City win.
      The club’s head of player support and protocol Manel Estiarte looked concerned as he spoke one-on-one with the winger.
      Grealish then looked worried as he raced down the tunnel at Goodison Park.
      Cheshire Police told The Sun: “At around 9.50pm on Wednesday  December 27 police were called to reports of a burglary.
      “The caller reported that a number of items had been stolen.
      “Officers supported by police dogs and National Police Air Service were deployed and searches were conducted in the local area but there was no trace of the suspects.
      “No arrests have been made at this time and enquiries are ongoing.
      “Anyone with any information in relation to the incident is asked to contact Cheshire Police.”
      Grealish’s partner Sasha was in the house at the time
      The winger was playing at Goodison Park when the thieves broke inCredit: Alamy More

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      Gang who raided Jack Grealish’s home still on loose as terrified neighbours told to ‘lock their doors’

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      THE gang who raided Jack Grealish’s home are still on the loose as terrified neighbours were told to lock their doors.Raiders targeted the England midfielder’s £5.6million Cheshire mansion while he was playing for Manchester City at Everton on Wednesday night.
      Raiders targeted Jack Grealish’s £5.6million Cheshire mansion while he was playingCredit: Getty
      Sources said Jack was told of the break-in minutes after City’s winCredit: Reuters
      Members of his family and his fiancée, Sasha Atwood, were at the property at the timeCredit: Refer to Caption
      Members of his family and his fiancée, Sasha Atwood, were at the property at the time when they heard a disturbance and raised the alarm.
      Thieves made off with £1million worth of jewellery and watches and police are now investigating.
      Sources said Jack was told of the break-in minutes after City’s win at Goodison Park.
      The club’s head of player support and protocol Manel Estiarte appeared to rush onto the pitch to give the Prem ace a message.
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      Jack seemed concerned after having the private conversation and quickly headed down the stadium’s tunnel.
      Cops have now told The Sun that there have been no arrests and there was no trace of the suspects.
      Neighbours were told to lock doors and stay inside.
      A spokeswoman for Cheshire Constabulary said: “At around 9.50pm on Wednesday 27 December police were called to reports of a burglary.
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      “The caller reported that a number of items had been stolen.
      “Officers, supported by the police dogs and NPAS (National Police Air Service), were deployed and searches were conducted in the local area, but there was no trace of the suspects.
      “No arrests have been made at this time and enquiries are ongoing.
      “Anyone with any information in relation to the incident is asked to contact Cheshire Police on 101 quoting IML 1722738.”
      Around ten relatives were cheering on the City star in his televised match when they heard noises upstairs and dogs barking frantically.
      A source told The Sun: “The family are really shaken. The gang took a lot of watches and jewellery.
      “They executed their raid when Manchester City were playing live on TV and all his family had gathered downstairs to cheer him on.
      “No one was injured but there was a lot of panic. Everyone was terrified as they were all so vulnerable.
      “It’s an enormous property, so it is understandable why no one heard anything at first.
      “It was also the first time the family had visited  so they were unfamiliar with the property.
      “When the dogs went mad, and they could hear people creeping about, they pressed the security panic alarm.
      “An emergency unit responded immediately, with multiple police cars and a chopper deployed.
      ­”Initially, they feared they could be facing a hostage situation or worse.”
      City manager Pep Guardiola has expressed his relief that nobody was hurt.
      Speaking at a press conference, Guardiola said: “Fortunately nothing wrong happened where the family was inside.
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      “It is what it is today in the modern day, with many things happening.
      “It was a bad moment for him and his family but, fortunately, what was not damaged were the people inside.”
      Cheshire Police cops made house to house inquiries after the break-inCredit: Andy Kelvin / Kelvinmedia
      Grealish and Sasha bought the mansion last year but have only just moved inCredit: Instagram @sasha__rebecca
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      Is this the moment Jack Grealish was told about terrifying break-in? Star was informed just minutes after City’s win

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      THIS could be the moment Jack Grealish was told about the terrifying raid on his mansion just minutes after Manchester City’s win over Everton.The club’s head of player support and protocol Manel Estiarte appears to rush onto the pitch to give the Prem ace a message at Goodison Park.
      The club’s head of player support and protocol Manel Estiarte appears to give the Prem ace a messageCredit: Reuters
      Jack Grealish then seems concerned and quickly heads down the stadium’s tunnelCredit: Reuters
      Grealish’s fiancée Sasha Attwood was at the property when the horror raid happenedCredit: Instagram
      The 28-year-old England star then seems concerned after having the private conversation and quickly heads down the stadium’s tunnel.
      The Sun revealed last night that Grealish’s terrified family hit panic buttons as a gang of burglars looted his new home.
      Around ten members of Grealish’s family had gathered round the TV to watch Grealish help City put Everton to the sword.
      The Sun understands that some of Jack’s closest family were at his 24-acre Cheshire bolthole including fiancée Sasha Attwood, his parents, gran, two sisters and brother.
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      But when Jack’s dogs began barking frantically and his relatives heard noises upstairs, they instantly hit panic buttons to alert cops.
      Despite extensive security and perimeter fencing around Jack’s home, the crooks got in and fled with £1million of watches and jewellery.
      Cops responded to a call at 9.50pm before shaken residents saw five police patrol cars at 10pm.
      A police helicopter scoured the area overhead with locals warned to stay indoors, before the gang were confirmed to have fled.
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      And Jack’s “terrified” loved ones were said to have been “fearing a hostage situation”.
      A source exclusively told The Sun: “The family are really shaken. The gang took a lot of watches and jewellery.
      “Initially, they feared they could be facing a hostage situation or worse.”
      The source added: “They executed their raid when Manchester City were playing live on TV and all of his family had gathered downstairs to cheer him on.
      “No one was injured but there was a lot of panic – everyone was terrified as they were all so vulnerable.
      “It’s an enormous property, so it is understandable why no-one heard anything at first.
      “It was also the first time the family had visited, and so they were unfamiliar with the property.
      “When the dogs went mad, and they could hear people creeping about, they pressed the security panic alarm.
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      “An emergency crack unit responded immediately, with multiple police cars and a chopper deployed.”
      It is the latest raid to target multi million Premier League stars with West Ham skipper Kurt Zouma’s property in Essex targeted shortly before Christmas.
      Grealish and Sasha bought the mansion last year but have only just moved inCredit: Instagram @sasha__rebeccaFootie ace theftsBy Stephen Moyes More

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      Terrifying rise of raids at homes of footballers from Jack Grealish and Kurt Zouma to Pogba – and why they are targeted

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      JACK Grealish is the latest footballer to be targeted by robbers after a spate of terrifying raids at stars’ homes across the country.The Man City striker, 28, was being cheered on by his family as the club beat Everton on Wednesday when the thieves struck.
      Jack Grealish is the latest star to be targeted by raidersCredit: Rex
      Partner Sasha was at home at the time of the horrorCredit: Instagram
      His loved ones, including partner Sasha Attwood, were forced to take cover as cops rushed to the £5.6million home to avoid a potential hostage situation.
      The robbers made off with £1million worth of jewellery and watches, while Grealish’s family were left “really shaken” in the horror.
      The terrifying raid is the latest in a long line of sophisticated robberies on footballer’s homes.
      Earlier this month, West Ham star Kurt Zouma’s family home in Essex was targeted while he was inside.
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      The robbers also stole jewellery and high-end watches worth £1million – with Zouma forced to miss his team’s game against Crystal Palace.
      Sources said the gang, who are still being hunted by cops, were “aggressive and organised”.
      A number of other players have also been targeted including Joao Cancelo and Paul Pogba.
      In December last year, Raheem Sterling was forced to fly back from the Qatar World Cup after raiders struck at his Surrey home.
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      Terrified fiancée Paige Milian, 27, was at home at the time with their two kids.
      She raised the alarm when the gang took watches worth £300,000.
      Last year, there were five burglaries alone on the homes of footballers.
      This prompted the former boss of a national intelligence unit focused on series organised crime to issue a chilling warning.
      Supt Carl Williams suggested the gangs are scouring social media feeds to learn players’ timetables.
      He added: “In today’s world where many wealthy individuals are active on social media their significant public profile can help make them targets.
      “Their high-value possessions are often on display as well as information about their plans.”
      But the true reason behind the spate of high-end robberies could be even more sinister.
      It is feared the thieves, many of whom reside in Albania, are flying into the UK specifically to burgle Prem stars.
      They will then flee the country – often wearing the stolen goods while going through airport security.
      Many of the stars have been targeted by “away day” looters who will strike when teams travel for their games.
      This was true for ex-Man Utd star Jesse Lingard, who was robbed as he played for the Red Devils away at Aston Villa in January 2022.
      His former teammate Victor Lindelof’s home in Hale was raided the same month while he was in action for Utd in Brentford.
      The defender’s wife Maja Lindelof and their two children were forced to lock themselves away while their mansion was ransacked.
      Unfortunately, some are not able to escape quickly enough and are attacked by the armed raiders.
      In 2021, Joao Cancelo suffered facial injuries when he was assaulted by four “cowards” who had ransacked his home.
      The then-Man City star had confronted the men as they threatened partner Daniela Machado and daughter Alicia.
      As a result, terrified footballers are having to resort to drastic measures to protect their homes and families.
      The stars are forking out a fortune to install steel-enforced panic rooms that will allow them enter a safe space and alert the authorities away from the gangs.
      They are also installing virtual perimeters known as geofencing to block any potential thieves from entering their mansions.
      Other safety measures include housesitters, bodyguards and even guard dogs.
      Some have even resorted to paying ex-military personnel to provide security.
      But with so many footballers still being targeted, clubs are now having to work with their players alongside security services to combat the problem.
      Players have been urged not to post on social media about holidays or events until they have returned home.
      They have also been told to not attend jewellers and instead make them come to their homes.
      In the latest raid, the crooks managed to get in despite extensive security and perimeter fencing around Grealish’s home.
      Cops have been combing the area around the mansion from the ground and air in a desperate bid to apprehend the gang.
      Cheshire Police told The Sun: “At around 9.50pm on Wednesday  December 27 police were called to reports of a burglary.
      “The caller reported that a number of items had been stolen.
      “Officers supported by police dogs and National Police Air Service were deployed and searches were conducted in the local area but there was no trace of the suspects.
      “No arrests have been made at this time and enquiries are ongoing.
      “Anyone with any information in relation to the incident is asked to contact Cheshire Police.”
      Kurt Zouma was robbed earlier this month
      He was at home with partner Sandra at the time
      Raheem Sterling had to leave the Qatar World Cup when his home was targeted
      Victor Lindelof was playing away when wife Maja was confronted by robbers
      Cancelo shared a picture of his injuries after a raid on his house

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