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      Ravel Morrison trains with Derby after Wayne Rooney hands ex-Man Utd team-mate career lifeline

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      RAVEL MORRISON trained with Derby today in his bid to find a new club.Rams boss Wayne Rooney is giving the former Manchester United playmaker a career lifeline by letting him train with them.
      Ravel Morrison trained with Derby in his bid to find a new clubCredit: Derby County FC
      Derby boss Wayne Rooney is giving him a career lifelineCredit: Derby County FC
      Morrison, 28, played at Manchester United when Rooney was in his prime but is currently without a club.
      The talented star is staying fit with the Rams and hoping to catch the eye as he plots his next move after years of moving clubs.
      Morrison was due to head to Mexico to sign for a top team after leaving Dutch side ADO Den Haag in January.
      Rooney has stepped in to take a look as he ponders his future.
      Derby are currently working under transfer restrictions and there would not be much money to offer Morrison, but it could yet work for all parties.
      The 28-year-old didn’t make a single league appearance at Old Trafford before leaving for West Ham.
      He also had spells at Lazio and Sheffield United, and loan stays at Birmingham, QPR, Cardiff and Middlesbrough.
      The former England youth prospect switched allegiances to represent Jamaica last year.
      But Morrison has been without a club since his deal with ADO Den Haag was mutually terminated in January.
      Ravel Morrison is currently without a club and keeping fit with DerbyCredit: Derby County FC
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      He recently revealed his love for Arsenal and how he wants to see the Gunners win the Premier League again.
      Morrison said on the Stratford Paddock podcast: “I’m a Gunner. I’m a Gunner.
      “I’m not a United fan. I would like United to come second in the league and Arsenal to win the league.
      “I would always want United to be the second team, never to go lower than that.
      “I will always appreciate Manchester United, but obviously, Arsenal would win the league.”
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      Birmingham keeper Neil Etheridge, 31, posts update from hospital bed and says he’s ‘slowly on the mend’ from coronavirus

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      NEIL ETHERIDGE has revealed he is ‘slowly on the mend’ having been hospital-bound by Covid-19.The Birmingham City star, 31, was admitted earlier this week after contracting the deadly virus.
      Neil Etheridge posted an update to social mediaCredit: Instagram @neil38etheridge
      Etheridge had been back in pre-season training with the Blues before contracting the illness.
      The Filipino star has posted a picture of himself in his hospital bed on Instagram, connected to various tubes but with his thumbs up.
      He accompanied the image with the message: “Hi everyone.
      “I am feeling stronger today.
      “I will put a more detailed message out in due course but I just wanted to let everyone know I am slowly on the mend.
      “I am so overcome with the feeling of thanks that I don’t even know where to start.
      “I’ll put something out a little more detailed soon but all I can say for the time being is thank you.”
      Posting the picture on their Twitter account, Birmingham City wrote: “We’re right behind you, Ethers.”

      Blues technical director Craig Gardner said: “On behalf of the Board, the staff, the players and everyone connected to the Club, we’re all behind Neil and willing him on in his battle against Covid-19.
      “We’re in constant contact with his close family and will continue to support them in any way we can.
      “He’s in the best possible hands and we’re hopeful we can all welcome him home at the earliest opportunity.”
      Etheridge joined Birmingham from Cardiff City last year, making 43 appearances in his debut season at St Andrew’s.
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      Neil Etheridge played 43 times for Blues last seasonCredit: Getty
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      Lincoln manager Michael Appleton, 45, diagnosed with testicular cancer and set for surgery before taking break from role

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      LINCOLN manager Michael Appleton revealed he has been diagnosed with testicular cancer and will have surgery. The 45-year-old also confirmed in an open letter that he will be taking a break from his managerial role at Sincil Bank to do so.
      Lincoln manager Michael Appleton revealed he has been diagnosed with testicular cancer and will have surgeryCredit: Rex
      Appleton told fans: “Although things are going well on and off the pitch at the club, I do have some news to share with you which means you’ll see and hear a bit less from me over the next couple of weeks.
      “A few weeks ago I was diagnosed with testicular cancer and will have the tumour removed this week.
      “There are some quite scary words in that sentence, but this is quite a routine operation and the indications are that I should be back up and on my feet in no time.
      “I do need to take a bit of a break, though, and after the surgery will be taking a couple of weeks to recover.”
      Appleton, who started his playing career at Manchester United, has been with Lincoln since 2019 and led them to fifth in League One last season, losing in the play-off final.
      The former midfielder will miss the start of pre-season but reassured fans he will be watching on TV.
      And Appleton will also be liaising with chief executive Liam Scully and director of football Jez George.
      He said: “Our transfer plans are all on track and won’t be affected – modern technology means there won’t be any escape from me for my colleagues and I’ll be able to watch videos from the games.

      “I will remain in close contact with Liam Scully and Jez George, and I’m looking forward to a bit of remote working to see what the fuss is all about!
      “I’m not the sort of person who goes into much detail about these things, but I wanted to make sure you were all aware so you knew why I have to sit out a few games.
      “There’s loads of advice out there about the early signs of cancer and what to look out for – if you have a lump or any other change please do get it checked out by a GP.”
      Lincoln were beaten 1-0 by Championship side Reading at the weekend, but have five more friendlies until they start their League One campaign against Gillingham on August 7.
      That includes travelling to newly-promoted Premier League outfit Norwich on July 20.
      Appleton started his statement by writing: “Hello Imps fans. I hope you’re all looking forward to the new season as much as I am.

      “We’ve enjoyed being back training at the Elite Performance Centre and there is a real belief and determination that we can build on last season.
      “Preparations are well underway, and we’ve had two good runouts at Reading and Nottingham Forest.
      “Don’t read anything into the scorelines, as they were really about building the players up towards match fitness after working them hard in training.
      “Our new arrivals Chris Maguire and Lewis Fiorini have really added to the squad.
      “I know Chris well having worked with him before, and he will bring good experience and knowhow for us – and will be a great example for our younger players to follow.
      “Lewis is really good signing for us with a wide range of passing in his armoury, and we’re confident of getting some other quality additions signed up soon.”
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      Leyton Orient ban fan for three years following reports of racist abuse after England’s Euro 2020 final heartbreak

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      LEYTON ORIENT have banned a fan for racially abusing England players online after the penalty shoot-out defeat to Italy.Bukayo Saka, Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford have been subjected to abuse from vile trolls after each missing a spot-kick.
      Gareth Southgate consoles Bukayo Saka after his penalty miss
      Jadon Sancho was also devastated after Gianluigi Donnarumma saved his attempt
      The FA has issued a statement to condemn the abusers but Orient have gone one step further by issuing a three-year ban to one individual.
      Orient explained they were made aware of the person’s comments on Twitter late on Sunday before quickly deciding to ban them.
      The club re-asserted their zero-tolerance approach to racial abuse and discrimination while declaring how proud they are of the club’s diverse history.
      It is a history that includes club icon Laurie Cunningham, the first black player to represent an England national team.
      However, Orient did decide to refund the supporter’s season ticket for the upcoming season.
      But the League Two side have acted following the words of condemnation from Gareth Southgate, Prince William and Boris Johnson.
      Southgate told a news conference this morning: “It’s just not what we stand for.
      “We have been a beacon of light in bringing people together in people being able to relate to the national team, and the national team stands for everybody, and so that togetherness has to continue.
      “We have shown the power our country has when it does come together and has that energy and positivity together.”

      Prince William added: “The Duke of Cambridge, who serves as president of The FA, tweeted: “I am sickened by the racist abuse aimed at England players after last night’s match.
      “It is totally unacceptable that players have to endure this abhorrent behaviour.
      “It must stop now and all those involved should be held accountable. W.”
      Boris also lamented the abuse, saying: “This England team deserve to be lauded as heroes, not racially abused on social media.
      “Those responsible for this appalling abuse should be ashamed of themselves.”
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      Liverpool’s forgotten man Ben Davies set to leave after ZERO appearances despite £2m transfer from Preston in January

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      BEN DAVIES could be in line for an Anfield exit with Celtic reportedly keen on the Liverpool centre-back. And the former Preston North End player could end up leaving Merseyside without having played a single game for the Premier League giants. 
      Liverpool’s Ben Davies has attracted interest from Scottish giants CelticCredit: Reuters
      The Daily Mail claims the Scottish Prem runners-up came close to sealing a £2million agreement with the Cumbria-born ace in January.
      This was before their move was thwarted by a surprise bid from Jurgen Klopp’s side. 
      Preston accepted a £500,000 fee plus add-ons, rising to around £1.6m, for their star.
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      However, Davies appears to have fallen down the pecking order at Anfield with other players including Joel Matip, Fabinho and Nathaniel Williams starting. 
      And it is thought the player, 25, will be further away from a starting spot with Virgil van Dijk battling his way back from injury. 
      Davies, who signed for the Prem Champs on a long-term deal, played his most recent game back for his old side in January. 
      And that was a 1-0 loss to second-tier rivals Sheffield Wednesday 

      The Mail claims Liverpool would be keen on making a decent profit should they sell the former Deepdale player. 
      And it is reported Championship club Bournemouth and several English sides are interested in the centre-back. 
      It is thought Scott Parker’s side are seeking to bring the player to Dean Court on a one-term loan.
      And Danish champs Midtjylland are reportedly eyeing the player as a possible addition to their defensive ranks. 
      Davies is yet to make an appearance for Liverpool following his January 2021 moveCredit: PA

      The club’s new manager Ange Postecologou is thought to be eager to boost his squad ahead of their Champions League qualifier on July 20. 
      Davies began his career as a senior Preston player in 2013, made 145 appearances for the side across all competitions before leaving the club in January. 
      Should the former Championship ace remain at Liverpool reports claim he could still be seen as a back-up to Van Dijk should there be a delay to the Netherlands star’s recovery. 
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      EFL set for a fierce transfer embargo crackdown on clubs to leave Wayne Rooney’s Derby and Sheff Wed on red alert

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      THE EFL are set for a fierce transfer embargo crackdown on clubs.And Wayne Rooney’s Derby and Sheffield Wednesday, the two sides which battled out a relegation decider on the last day of the season, are on red alert.
      Wayne Rooney is facing significant signing restrictions this summerCredit: PA

      Rams face NEW EFL punishments, despite winning the fight to stay in the Championship.
      Relegated Owls are also ‘under watch’ over late payments to players.
      As many as TEN other clubs could also be brought into line for Financial Fair Play issues as a hawkish group of chairmen push the EFL to throw their weight about.
      The Rams will be under severe signing restrictions in the summer transfer window.
      And that will hurt Rooney’s hopes of putting together a new squad.
      The Owls finally paid overdue wages but this will also affect their ability to sign new faces.
      Meanwhile, QPR have joined the hunt for Wednesday midfielder Josh Windass.
      And they are willing to double his wages.
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      Sheffield Wednesday’s Josh Windass is being chased by several clubs, including QPRCredit: Getty

      Rangers are rivalling Millwall and Birmingham in the transfer race.Wednesday are holding out for a staggering £5million fee.
      Windass, 27, and several other players had the option of cancelling their contracts in a row over unpaid salaries.
      However, that situation was finally sorted out last week.
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      Sheff Weds stars ‘handed in notice’ over unpaid wages before club chiefs finally cough up

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      SHEFFIELD WEDNESDAY have reportedly finally coughed up a ‘significant portion’ of backdated player wages – after two stars handed in their 14-day notice.The Owls were relegated from the Championship to League One after failing to make up a six-point deduction for breaching EFL spending rules.
      Two Sheff Wed players reportedly handed in their 14-day notice over unpaid wagesCredit: Reuters
      Chairman Dejphon Chansiri’s relationship with both fans and the squad looked to have broken down as he was blamed for the troubles and failed to pay players their full salary for May.
      That was not the first time that wages were unpaid for both the playing and backroom staff.
      It emerged a month ago that the players were set to hand in their 14-day notice to quit the club.
      Now The Athletic claims that two contracted members of the Sheff Wed squad did give their notice.
      Although they also state the Hillsborough side have paid a significant portion of the backdated wages due to players.
      The publication states ‘that players under contract have been paid in full but that some out of contract players are still waiting on part of their wages’.
      And that wage issues were first reported back in March.
      Leading up to the most recent payday, which a source told the media outlet was ‘massive’ for the Owls, players were forced into action and at least two gave their notice.

      Club captain Barry Bannan recently told BBC: “It’s a bit up in the air at the minute.
      “There’s a lot of people leaving behind the scenes, so it’s not a great place to be at the minute.”
      There are still other players who have now become free agents who are receiving guidance on how to collect their unpaid cash.
      However, a significant amount of money owed was allegedly paid to them on the last pay day.
      Fifa rules state players who have not received their wages on time for two months can hand in their notice – that gives clubs a 14-day period to raise the owed funds.
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      Fulham outcast Aboubakar Kamara wanted in Greek Super League transfer as Aris make £3.5m bid

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      FULHAM have received a bid for striker Aboubakar Kamara.The offer is from Greek Super League side Aris and worth £3.5million with a possible £1m in add-ons.
      Aboubakar Kamara could be on his way out of Fulham to Greek side Aris this summerCredit: Getty
      Kamara, 26, has been at Craven Cottage since 2017 but was shipped out on loan to French outfit Dijon in January.
      It remains to be seen as to whether he is part of Fulham’s plans following relegation. 
      Kamara is a controversial character and has hit the headlines for his disruptive behaviour in the past.
      In 2019 he was arrested on suspicion of assaulting a security guard at Fulham’s Motspur Park training ground.
      He also had to be dragged away from fellow striker Aleksandar Mitrovic after he refused to let the Serb take a penalty.
      And the pair also clashed after Kamara was talking during a team yoga session.
      Meanwhile, the Cottagers are expected to part ways with boss Scott Parker in the coming days via mutual consent.
      Parker, 40, is then set to take over at Bournemouth.
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      Though SunSport understands that Fulham are refusing to pay Parker a penny in severance pay as he nears an exit away.
      Swansea gaffer Steve Cooper would then be eyed up by the West Londoners to replace the former Chelsea and Tottenham midfielder.
      And Fulham would pay the compensation figure for Cooper and his team, which is only £3.5m for a Championship club — £1m less than if a Premier League side took him.
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