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      £60m Prem star sued by ‘underpaid’ ex-assistant who was ‘treated like dogsbody, verbally abused & unfairly sacked’

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      PREM star Richarlison is facing legal action from a personal assistant who says he worked around the clock for him before being sacked without warning.The £60million Spurs and Brazil striker is being taken to a tribunal by Reginaldo Pereira, who says he was axed without notice in the cinema room of the player’s mansion.Prem star Richarlison is facing legal action from personal assistant Reginaldo PereiraMr Pereira says he was left physically and emotionally broken by his dismissal. He found himself unemployed and he split from his wife.A source said: “He feels like he was used as a dogsbody, who worked around the clock, and then was unfairly dumped.”Brazilian Mr Pereira, 60, was at Richarlison’s side as he moved from his home country to Watford, then Everton and when he joined Tottenham in 2022.Read More on SportBut he claims the £130,000-a-week star — currently injured and unlikely to play in tomorrow’s North London derby — did not register him, paid his £500-a-week wages straight into his account and did not grant him holidaysIn papers seen by The Sun, Mr Pereira, who is claiming £95,000 for unfair dismissal, says: “I faced long working hours, excessive demands and verbal abuse — especially from Antonio Marcos de Andrade, Richarlison’s father.”He says he was loaded with extra responsibilities including looking after the player’s pets.His sacking in the cinema of the star’s lavish home in Barnet reportedly came after he changed agents.Most read in FootballMr Pereira said: “After being dismissed I had to seek medical treatment to deal with the negative impacts of this toxic environment. “My wife filed for divorce. I’m emotionally shaken and unemployed.”Richarlison in tears on Brazil bench after missing a sitter and getting subbed off in 5-1 win over BoliviaA preliminary hearing is set to take place in Watford next month.Richarlison’s spokesman said: “The claims are denied but we will be making no further comment in respect of these proceedings.”The Brazilian international, pictured with Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou, denies the claims More

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      Tottenham can beat Arsenal with Trent-like secret weapon – if they don’t shoot themselves in the foot, says ex-Spurs ace

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      STEPHEN CARR knows what it is like to play for an uncompromising, hell-for-leather Tottenham manager – and does not think Ange Postecoglou fits that profile.Sure, the Aussie favours attack over defence and his team do seem to have a habit of “shooting themselves in the foot” at the back, according to Carr.Stephen Carr reckons Ange Postecoglou will adapt to the Arsenal challengeCredit: GettyHe believes Postecoglou would be willing change approachCredit: AlamyBut the Irishman does not think the current Spurs chief is as unwilling to adapt his philosophy as Ossie Ardiles was in the 90s.Carr racked up 272 appearances in 11 seasons for Tottenham, the first of which he played under gung-ho Ardiles in 1993-94.And though he expects Postecoglou to go at an Arsenal missing three key men in Sunday’s North London derby, he believes the 59-year-old is capable of tweaking his approach.Carr told SunSport in association with igaming software solutions: “I think he will adapt.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“He will have learnt from playing them last year (when Arsenal raced into a 3-0 lead at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and won the game 3-2).“This is a good time to play them. Declan Rice is suspended and he is pivotal in midfield. Martin Odegaard, I can’t see him being fit. They’re two huge losses for them.“I played under Ossie Ardiles. Ossie would never, ever change.“Ange is not that severe, but I still think he will go at Arsenal.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“It’s about finding a balance. He’s an experienced manager, I don’t think he just goes gung-ho, we’re attacking and that’s it. I don’t think that’s ever the gameplan.“But they seem to shoot themselves in the foot a bit.”Fans say ‘I NEED that’ after video of Tottenham’s fancy football boot cleaner steals show in Pedro Porro featureCarr, 48, was a quality attacking full-back in his day and would have loved to have played in Postecoglou’s system – though he admits the space left in behind the Spurs’ defence would have been a worry.Postecoglou’s attractive style and charisma captured the imagination of supporters beyond just the Tottenham fanbase when he first arrived last summer.But a poor end to the campaign and a patchy start to this one means questions will be asked if his side lose convincingly to their arch-rivals this weekend.Carr is a big fan of the ex-Celtic chief but insists avoiding defeat is a must.Lee Carsley’s former Ireland team-mate added: “It is early in the season. But I do think it’s important he gets a result and doesn’t lose.“I’ve played enough derby games, if fans go home and don’t lose, they’re happy.“It’s a big game for him, he’ll know that.”Pedro Porro has become an essential part of Postecoglou’s approach and is arguably Spurs’ most creative player, despite being a right-back.Pedro Porro can be Spurs’ secret weaponCredit: GettyCarr believes Porro can have a similar impact to Trent Alexander-Arnold at LiverpoolCredit: GettyCarr sees similarities to another full-back with a wand of a right foot who took centre stage for England against Finland on Tuesday night.The ex-Newcastle and Birmingham defender added: “Porro reminds me of Trent Alexander-Arnold on the ball.“People hammer him saying he doesn’t do this, he doesn’t do that, but he creates the most chances on the pitch. Porro is the same.“I love watching him. His talent on the ball is phenomenal and it has to be utilised.“Will you give up a bit to utilise it? Yeah, you will.“I played with David Ginola, he would never run back but he would win the game for you. That’s the way it is.“It’s the way it’s changing. Full-backs do get involved a hell of a lot more now, moving inside and up front.“He’s a great footballer, a great passer of the ball, settled in now and he can only get better and better.”Spurs fans are desperate for their 16-year trophy drought to end, meaning Wednesday’s Carabao Cup trip to Coventry has nearly as much importance as Sunday’s clash with the old enemyAsked if Postecoglou could end the long wait, Carr, who won the League Cup with Spurs in 1999, added: “He can, he’s proven that before.“He’ll be confident he can win a trophy, without a shadow of a doubt.READ MORE SUN STORIES“You just need that little bit of luck at times. There’s a lot of games coming up this year.“There’s no reason why it can’t end. Their squad is good enough to win a trophy. The league? No. The cups? Yeah. He can end it. But it’s not easy.” More

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      Major update in Kyle Walker marriage scandal after wife Annie Kilner booted Man City ace out of family home

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      SHAMED Kyle Walker has moved back in with his estranged wife Annie Kilner.The Man City ace, 34, was booted out at Christmas for fathering a second child with ex-mistress Lauryn Goodman.Love-rat Kyle Walker has moved back in with his estranged wife Annie Kilner – pictured, the star with his wife and three of their four kidsCredit: AFP or LicensorsAnnie had booted Kyle out at Christmas after he fathered a second child with his ex-mistressCredit: Eamonn and James ClarkeHe then rented a mansion nearby after issuing a grovelling public apology for his actions.But despite his betrayal, the England defender has returned to the family’s £4million home in Cheshire on a “trial basis”.The couple — who married in 2022 and have four children together — decided to give it another go following a series of summer heart-to-hearts.But model Annie, 31, remains deeply scarred by the ordeal and has told pals she and Kyle are not back together.READ MORE ON KYLE WALKERA source said: “It reached a stage where they had to make a decision on their relationship.“It was unfair on everyone to drag it out any longer.“They either had to make a go of it or move on and they’ve decided to see how things go. “It’s on a trial basis. Most read in Football“Kyle’s been back for over a week now and he’s sleeping in a separate bed on the third floor of the house.“Annie is determined to do what she thinks is best for her kids.”Another told The Sun: “This year has been the toughest of their lives.“There is still a huge amount of upset and it will be a work in progress for many years.“But if they are to stand a chance, they both need to give it a go.”Kyle has fathered two children with his ex-mistress Lauryn GoodmanCredit: RexLauryn pictured enjoying a beach holiday with her and Kyle’s two kidsCredit: INSTAGRAMWatch as Lauryn Goodman breaks down in tears and says she feels ‘so damaged’ after Kyle Walker fling More

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      Law student who hurled vile racial slur at England ace Bukayo Saka in online rant is facing jail

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      A LAW student who branded England star Bukayo Saka a “monkey” in an online rant is facing jail.Arsenal fan Suhel Ali, 20, uploaded an audio message on X, calling his club’s winger a “f***ing black piece of s**t”. A law student who branded England star Bukayo Saka a ‘monkey’ in an online rant is facing jailCredit: GettyIn the voicenote post, played in court, he was also heard describing him as “the s***test winger I’ve ever seen at my club.” He also called Saka, 23, the N-word and said: “You’re a monkey – you’re a f***ing monkey.”Ali, who studies at London’s City University, admitted sending an offensive message.District Judge Briony Clarke bailed him until October 8, saying: “I’m not going to sentence you today — but I’m not ruling anything out.”Read More on SportAli’s outburst came after Arsenal’s 0-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest on May 20, 2023. The result secured Forest’s Premier League survival while Arsenal’s title rivals, Man City, were crowned champions.Police tracked down Ali via his IP address with the help of his mother, who spoke to officers on the phone and gave them his email address.In a police interview, Ali said he sent the note out of frustration and it was not intended to be racist, Westminster magistrates’ court heard.Most read in FootballHis lawyer, Robert Moxon, pointed out that Ali, like Saka, was of Nigerian heritage, saying he acted on the spur of the moment. He claimed: “He used the N-word in that tweet but he’s using that not in a racial context but in an offensive context.”Arsenal ratings vs Aston VillaThe judge responded: “What about ‘monkey’, though?’”After taking instruction from his client, Mr Moxon told the judge that Ali, from Wembley, North West London, used the word to “suggest that Bukayo Saka is dumb”.He added: “He was just firing off some really stupid, offensive remarks about how a footballer played.” More

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      Footballer scores winning goal before being arrested and hauled off pitch by cops

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      A SEMI-PRO footballer scored a winning goal — before being arrested and hauled off by cops.Striker Jordan Evans, 31, came on as a sub for Baglan Dragons when they were 3-1 down.Striker Jordan Evans was arrested on the pitch after coming and scoring a goal – he was later released without chargeCredit: facebook.comThe 31-year-old footballer is escorted off the pitch by two copsCredit: TwitterTwo police officers are seen walking across the pitchCredit: TwitterHe then laid on a goal before putting them 4-3 up over Cwmbran Celtic in Saturday’s JD Cymru South League clash.But with five minutes left, fans were stunned when two cops marched on and escorted him out of the ground in Port Talbot, South Wales.He was arrested on suspicion of theft but released without charge four hours later.Evans later joked it was sparked by his team’s “criminal performance” in the first half.READ MORE FOOTBALL STORIESBemused fans applauded the semi-pro striker off and chanted his name as he was led away, while others captured the moment on camera and posted it on social media.Nick Simmo tweeted: “Not many footballers can claim a goal, assists and an arrest in one match!”Jac added: “Just a casual game in the Welsh leagues. A lad gets subbed on, scores a goal and gets an assist. Then gets arrested in the 85th minute.Only in south wales.”Most read in FootballHowever, one supporter blasted the police, saying: “The establishment could have waited ten minutes to not bring this to everyone’s door!”Watch ‘best sending off you’ll ever see’ as forward sees red for lashing out over piggy-in-the middle ‘s***housery’ More

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      Blow to Liverpool ace Trent Alexander Arnold as he SPLITS from Iris Law after five months

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      THE whirlwind romance between England footballer Trent Alexander- Arnold and model Iris Law has hit the buffers.Their eyes met over a pair of bootlegs on a photoshoot with Guess Jeans only five months ago.Romance between England footballer Trent Alexander-Arnold and model Iris Law has come to an endCredit: Guess JeansIris Law’s pals reveal how busy schedules were to blame but that the pair will still stay friendsCredit: GettyBut Iris’ pals tell me the couple have decided to call time on their relationship.They said: “Trent and Iris had a really fun summer together and it was going great.“But life is about to get really busy for them both, with Trent’s schedule packed with first-team football and Iris having jobs all over the world.“They went on holiday with his family in July and they got on so well.READ MORE ON IRIS LAW“So even though they are not dating any more, Iris and Trent will definitely stay friends.“She was really into him and loved spending time together. But Iris is a career woman and she is focused on her own success.“And being a Wag was never really going to be her bag, especially as Trent lives up North and she’s based in London.“They’ve cooled things off now and are just going to stay mates.Most read in Football“There is no bad blood between them and Iris only has good things to say about Trent.”England ace Trent Alexander-Arnold spotted with movie star’s model daughter on stroll in LondonI have to admit I didn’t see the break up coming.This paper revealed their romance in May, with friends telling us how Liverpool and Three Lions defender Trent and Iris had connected over Instagram, after appearing in the Guess Jeans photoshoot together.After seeing the pictures of Trent and Iris in the Caribbean in July, they looked like a perfect couple.They also kept their relationship out of the spotlight, and never courted the publicity like most celebrities do nowadays, which was pretty refreshing.But juggling a new romance with a man playing in the Premier League was never going to be easy.Unless you fancy spending hours taking in the sights of the M40 and M6. More

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      Boxer Sherif Lawal tragically died of natural causes after first pro fight as he’s finally laid to rest

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      A BOXER tragically died of natural causes after his first pro fight – as his heartbroken family and friends finally laid him to rest.Middleweight debutant Sherif Lawal lost consciousness after being struck in the temple by Portuguese opponent Malam Varela.Sherif Lawal tragically died of natural causes after his first pro fightThe ref started the knockout count before immediately calling time after realising the extent of his condition at Harrow Leisure Centre in London.Medics worked to save Sherif, 29, of Islington, on the canvas and at a nearby hospital but he was pronounced dead following the fight on May 12.But Haringey Borough Council confirmed to The Sun that no inquest will be held as it was “found to be a natural death”.A prolonged autopsy process meant more than 200 loved ones had to wait until last Wednesday for a funeral where his boxing gloves were laid on his coffin.Read More on SportSherif’s three sisters read a tribute written by his mum, Misitua Bisi Lawal, which described him as a “tower of strength and inspiration”.They revealed how the trainee mental health nurse, who fought at St Pancras Amateur Boxing Club, got into the sport after being stabbed aged 17.Coach CJ Hussein described him as a “role model” and “a simply exceptional kid” with “a great smile”. More

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      Heavy metal fan Jurgen Klopp soundproofs new £6million mansion in ‘German Beverly Hills’

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      FORMER Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is shoring up his defence at home — by getting it soundproofed.Klopp, 57, a big heavy metal fan who loves rockers Kiss, is having a £6million mansion built in a posh area dubbed Germany’s Beverly Hills.Kiss fan Jurgen Klopp is soundproofing his new home in GermanyKlopp is having a £6million mansion built in a posh area dubbed Germany’s Beverly HillsCredit: Dan CharityAnd he and wife Ulla are looking to be considerate to their well-to-do neighbours, which include German pop star Helene Fischer, the country’s equivalent of Britney Spears.One local said: “We have seen all the sound-proofing going in. They are being incredibly thorough with the build.“The new house is totally modern so we expect it to have every noise-cancelling, energy-saving feature going.”With Helen Fischer, this has got to be the No 1 celebrity street in Germany now.”READ MORE ON KLOPPKlopp, who quit Anfield last season, is moving to the area to be near family.It is also close to Mainz, where he began his managerial career.However, the Champions League and Prem winner has not indicated if or when he will return to football, saying only: “Change is good, you just never know what to expect.”Jurgen Klopp set for shock return to dugout just months after quitting as Liverpool boss More