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      Fishing-mad Man City ace Phil Foden moves to sprawling five-bedroom country manor with its own lake

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      ANGLING-mad England ace Phil Foden has moved to a sprawling country estate with its own fishing lake.The Man City midfielder, 24, his girlfriend Rebecca Cooke and their three children ­settled into the five-bed, five-bathroom house last month.Fishing mad England ace Phil Foden has moved to a sprawling country estate with its own fishing lake, pictured with son RonnieCredit: instagram/officialronniefodenPhil plans to take up fishing full-time when he retires from footballIt is set in 2.5 acres and Phil has already posted pictures of him and eldest son Ronnie, known as El Wey or The Dude by South American fans, fishing together.He captioned one: “Late summer nights by the lake.”A source said: “Everyone knows Phil loves his fishing so it has always been a dream of his to have a home with its own lake so he can fish in peace and quiet and also teach Ronnie the skills he needs to be a successful angler.“They can set their kit up and leave it while they pop back into the house to get some food, or go to bed and leave it all there for the morning. Phil is loving it.”READ MORE ON PHIL FODENPhil and Rebecca also have a daughter True, three, and baby boy Phil Jnr.The Cheshire property has a one-bedroom cottage next door for his extended family.Last week The Sun told how Phil plans to take up fishing full-time when he retires from football.In the summer the England ace showed he was a reel man of the people — on a £14-a-day angling holiday on the edge of the Cotswolds.Most read in FootballThe £200,000-a-week Man City star snubbed exotic destinations popular with his Three Lions team-mates to spend five days with his dad fishing for carp, catfish, tench, pike and perch.Inside Phil Foden’s surprise love for fishingAn onlooker at Linear Fisheries in Witney, Oxfordshire, said: “Phil was happy as Larry camping out in a cheap tent.”Foden with a mega carp More

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      Man Utd in huge security scare as changing room at Aston Villa is bugged with Erik Ten Hag’s team talks recorded

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      MANCHESTER United’s dressing room was bugged before their match at Aston Villa in a shocking security breach.A prankster claims he hoodwinked Villa Park staff to sneak in and plant a hidden device two days before the 0-0 draw last Sunday.Manchester United’s dressing room was bugged before their match at Aston Villa in a shocking security breach, pictured embattled manager Erik ten HagCredit: PAA prankster used a dodgy Chinese phone to record ten Hag’s team talkCredit: GettyIt recorded under-fire manager Erik ten Hag’s team talks for the crunch Premier League game.A source said: “This is a shocking breach of security and some serious questions will be asked as to how this was allowed to happen. Fortunately, there was nothing sinister to this incident.“It was just a prankster, who’s actually a United fan, being silly and wanting to hear what was said inside those four walls. But it will definitely be a cause for concern about how they managed to get inside a changing room at one of the Premier League’s biggest clubs just days before a match.”The Sun has heard the recordings but is choosing not to publish details of them.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHowever, we can reveal Ten Hag’s instructions to the team and individual players can clearly be heard.The Sun understands the prankster used a phone from China that has a setting where a microphone can be activated by calling it from another device.He had sticky-taped the handset somewhere out of sight in the United dressing room and only rang it when he knew the manager would be in there.High alert Sources claimed the culprit responsible even had the nerve to collect the device on Monday.Most read in FootballIt is a similar stunt to the one that saw a Match of the Day studio hit with porn noises while live on air in 2023.Gary Neville explains what happened in Man Utd meeting amid pressure on Erik ten Hag’s jobThat was the work of Daniel “Jarvo” Jarvis. However, it is believed that he had no involvement in the Villa recordings.The latest stunt comes with Premier League chiefs already on high alert after a string of pranks targeting stadiums and teams.In May, United were targeted by YouTuber Lizwani – who previously got on stage at the Baftas alongside the Oppenheimer cast.He managed to sneak on to the Red Devils’ team bus after a 4-0 hammering at Crystal Palace’s Selhurst Park.Lizwani brazenly took a seat before he was removed.They are doing it to get a load of hits on YouTube and make their fans laugh. They aren’t trying to cause trouble or do harm to anyoneA sourceThat breach led to Prem bosses firing off alerts to the top flight’s 20 clubs advising them to watch out for similar stunts.A source said: “These people are mostly harmless and doing it for a bit of fun.“They are doing it to get a load of hits on YouTube and make their fans laugh. They aren’t trying to cause trouble or do harm to anyone.”Manchester United have suffered their worst start to a Premier League season, sitting in 14th on just eight points after seven games.Ten Hag, 54, told the media after the game at Villa he was “very pleased” with the performance.It came off the back of a 3-3 draw at Porto in the Europa League – where they blew a 2-0 lead – and a 3-0 pummelling by Spurs at Old Trafford.Seven hour meetingThe Villa 0-0 was the Red Devils’ fifth game without a win – their last being a 7-0 Carabao Cup win over League One side Barnsley.It is a far cry from the glory days of former manager Sir Alex Ferguson, who famously called high-pressure moments “squeaky bum time”.The game ended 0-0 in BirminghamCredit: GettyThe United hierarchy — including co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe — held a seven-hour meeting at Old Trafford last week with Ten Hag’s future up in the air.They have remained silent over the manager’s position, with Sir Jim recently failing to publicly back him.However, Ten Hag — currently on holiday during the international break — insists he still has the bosses’ support.He said: “I don’t have any idea that is different because they should have told me.“We communicate — very open, very transparent. I would say every day we talk, so I expect I will speak with them.”He dismissed the “external noise”, adding: “Internal, we are disappointed.“We know we have to do better. Especially, we need to score more.”In 2016, Old Trafford suffered a bomb scare after a dummy device planted by a security company was found in a a toilet.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe fiasco led to United’s Premier League game against Bournemouth being called off.Man Utd and Aston Villa were approached for comment yesterday.Erik ten Hag’s role as Man Utd coach is hanging in the balance following a string of disappointing resultsCredit: GettyPorn stunt on Match Of The DayBy Amir RazaviMATCH of the Day viewers were stunned to hear porn noises during the show in another phone prank.They were coming from a device stuck to a wall by Daniel “Jarvo” Jarvis before a Wolves-Liverpool FA Cup tie at Molineux in 2023.He activated its speaker remotely from another device during the live broadcast, to the amusement of presenter Gary Lineker.Jarvo, also behind a string of other pranks at major sporting events, told The Sun at the time: “These things are all about confidence. If you hesitate, then you’ll get asked questions. People from Wolves thought we were with the TV, and vice versa.” More

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      Love rat Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner fires first warning shot of divorce after secretly meeting with lawyers

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      LOVE rat England ace Kyle Walker’s wife has fired the first warning shot of a divorce.Annie Kilner secretly met with lawyers to discuss legal proceedings to end the troubled marriage.Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner has fired the first warning shot of a divorceCredit: XposureThe love rat’s wife has secretly met with lawyers to discuss legal proceedingsCredit: Refer to CaptionThe England ace fathered a second child with former mistress Lauryn Goodman, seen above with his sonCredit: SplashThe model, 31, who was not at Wembley last night as Walker started on the bench for England against Greece, vowed to see it through. She wants half of his £27million fortune.Friends said the Manchester City captain, 34, had spent weeks trying to persuade her not to end their marriage.Sources said no final decision had yet been taken but discussions about divorce are “actively” taking place.One said: “Annie is prepared to go through with it.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“She isn’t messing about and has spoken to lawyers about what the future looks like.“Divorce has been an ever-present threat all year but things are starting to come to a head.“She doesn’t have to go through with it, of course, but it’s always there as an option.”Annie was left reeling after the defender was exposed for fathering a second child with former mistress Lauryn Goodman.Most read in FootballThe couple, who have four children, separated at Christmas after influencer Lauryn revealed the truth in a text message — and they have been battling to save their relationship since.Kyle and Annie met in Sheffield as teenagers and married in 2021 — despite repeated sex scandals after his £50million move to City from Spurs in 2017.Kyle Walker’s furious wife Annie ‘will only give their troubled marriage another go if he pays her HALF his fortune’Lauryn, 34, said the multi-millionaire footballer, 33, told First, Ex on the Beach TV reality star Laura Brown said she and Kyle repeatedly romped in his Bentley. Annie kicked him out of their Cheshire home but they got back together.She gave him the boot again when he revealed Lauryn was having his baby son.He moved into a flat nearby — and was caught breaching lockdown rules in an orgy with two hookers.However, the couple got back together again and Kyle proposed. But less than a year after they wed, he cheated with Lauryn again and she got pregnant a second timeDivorce has been an ever-present threat all year but things are starting to come to a headA sourceAnnie, who was heavily pregnant at the time with her and Kyle’s fourth child, announced their latest split after finding out.She has demanded half his fortune as part of a “financial divorce” to secure her and the kids’ future. A spokeswoman for Kyle and Annie declined to comment.Friends said Walker spent weeks trying to persuade her not to end their troubled marriageCredit: Rex More

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      Anthony Joshua splashes huge sum on property in just 18 months as he lives up to ‘Landlord’ nickname

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      BOXER Anthony Joshua is packing a punch in the property game — after splashing out £150million in the last 18 months.Joshua, who was beaten by fellow Brit Daniel Dubois in a Wembley title fight last month, has become known as The Landlord.Anthony Joshua has splashed out £150million on property in 18 monthsCredit: GettyPals said the two-time heavyweight champ is a fan of Monopoly and joked: “He wants to buy up the board.”Watford-born AJ’s latest acquisition is a £35million property on Baker Street, central London, that he plans to let out to businesses. He also has posh pads in Mayfair.A source said: “AJ is a shrewd businessman and is pumping his money into property. read more on anthony joshua”He is inundated with investment opportunities but he doesn’t rush into anything.”AJ, 34, paid £30million for Breakspear Business Park in Hemel Hempstead, Herts, and has backed a number of start-up businesses.He also invested in the Alpine F1 team in a group he put together with golfer Rory McIlroy and NFL player Travis Kelce, boyfriend of Taylor Swift. Meanwhile, AJ is pushing for an IBF rematch with Dubois, who won with a fifth-round knock-out.Most read in BoxingYesterday, his promoter Eddie Hearn said he was keen to fight as early as February. He added: “My initial thought after the fight was, ‘Let’s just chill out, maybe wait for the result of Fury-Usyk’.Tyson Fury willing to wait until he’s 50-YEARS-OLD to fight Anthony Joshua and says rival ‘knows he’s getting it’“AJ’s reaction was quite a bit different. “He is leaning towards the rematch.” More

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      England ace Jill Scott becomes a millionaire after her earnings skyrocket following I’m A Celeb win

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      ENGLAND footie star Jill Scott has become a millionaire after banking a record amount.Company records reveal that she earned nearly £720,000 last year, more than doubling her assets.England ace Jill Scott has become a millionaire after banking a record amountCredit: PAJill was crowned jungle queen on ITV’s I’m a CelebrityCredit: Rex featuresEquity in Jill Scott 8 Ltd shot up from £477,479 to just under £1.2million for the year to May 31.Jill, 37, also made two payouts to herself of £50,000 and £300,000.The Sunderland-born ace has cashed in since the Lionesses won Euro 2022.Jill was crowned jungle queen on ITV’s I’m a Celebrity months later and is captain on Sky’s A League of Their Own.READ MORE ON JILL SCOTTShe also runs ­coffee shop Boxx2Boxx with her ­fiancée Shelly Unitt in Manchester.A source said: “Jill had a hugely successful playing career.”Since she’s hung up her boots she’s reaping the rewards.”In June Jill told how she had enjoyed the opportunities which have come her way since hanging up her boots.Most read in FootballShe said: “Since retirement, life has been totally different for me.”I have had to adjust to this work-life balance, which feels quite strange!Watch moment England legend Jill Scott awkwardly silences Daniel Sturridge for not winning Premier League”But I’m very much a person of simple pleasures.”As long as I get that fix of seeing family and friends, I’m good.” More

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      Major change to airport rules for pampered Premier League stars after government closes ‘special’ loophole

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      PAMPERED Premier League stars must go through airport security despite arguing for special treatment.Footie chiefs had argued they should be excused from anti-terrorism security laws on UK private charter flights for fear of an increased risk of injury.Premier League stars must go through airport security despite arguing for special treatment (stock picture)Credit: GettyPlayers such as Harry Maguire got a reprieve last seasonCredit: GettyPremier League boss Richard Masters said security probes could spark long queues before and after internal flights — meaning stars were in danger of being accosted by fans.Players such as Harry Maguire got a reprieve last season.But the government has now insisted they should be scanned like everyone else.A source said: “This is not a good look for the Premier League. Read More on Sport“The government clamped down on potential security loopholes, with small planes included in checks.“Richard Masters’ lobbying raised eyebrows within the government. “It beggars belief he thinks footballers should be treated differently from the rest.“He even threatened to go to No 10. Most read in Football“It was an ill-conceived point to pick a fight on.“He was initially successful, but the footballers are now having to toe the line.”Shock new footage appears to show Chelsea star Nicolas Jackson slapping Nottingham Forest rival in faceThe rules were brought in last year. After the year’s exemption, players are now subject to the same additional screening as anyone else — even on short flights from regional airfields.Government sources confirmed to The Sun that special security arrangements were in place for some private charter flights used by football teams in the past — but this is no longer the case.The Department for Transport said: “Aviation security is of paramount importance to keep passengers safe. “That is why all aircraft passengers are fully screened before they travel.”The Premier League was approached for comment. More

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      David Beckham to star in new TV ad after signing £1m deal with top kitchen appliance brand

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      DAVID Beckham is putting his cooking skills on show in a new TV advert — after signing a lucrative £1million deal with airfryer brand Shark Ninja.The football great, 49, was filming for the company in London last week.Our mock up of what David Beckham might look like in chef whitesBeckham with wife Victoria and family Cruz, Romeo, Harper and BrooklynCredit: Instagram/victoriabeckhamBecks has a deal to flog Nespresso coffeeIt is the latest in a string of big money deals for the dad of four who has also signed with Nespresso coffee, online retailer AliExpress, as well as Tudor watches and Maserati cars.A source close to the star, who is worth an estimated £370million, said: “Becks is making hay while the sun shines and is happy to put his name to the company.“Ninja is a great brand with quality products and matches David’s love of cooking, so it’s a great fit!“He is really enjoying spreading his wings as a businessman.”Read More on SportBut Golden Balls — best friends with TV chef Gordon Ramsay — is more used to grilling on coals than an airfryer. On his Netflix documentary last year, he spoke of spending the days pottering in his £50,000 barbecue tent.He said: “It’s my escape. “I’m in here from 11 to 9/10 o’clock at night, sometimes later, just grilling. That’s all I do.”Most read in FootballPrince William is taking to the skies in a new helicopter donated to the London Air Ambulance Charity at RAF NortholtThe footie ace also has a deal with Maserati cars More