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      Wayne Rooney hunting for new luxury pad in Britain’s costliest coastal hotspot in the West Country

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      WAYNE Rooney is house-hunting in Britain’s costliest coastal hotspot in the West Country, sources say.The England and Man United great, 38, and wife Coleen have been eyeing properties in and around the posh Devon resort of Salcombe.Wayne and Coleen Rooney are house-hunting in Britain’s costliest coastal hotspot in the West CountryCredit: GettyThe couple have been eyeing properties in and around the posh Devon resort of SalcombeCredit: GettyRoo, axed as Birmingham City manager in January, is the new boss of Championship side Plymouth Argyle.Salcombe, about 25 miles to the east of Plymouth, is a haven for sailors, yachties and surfers and is in the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.Homes there average £1.1million and this month it was named Britain’s most expensive coastal spot.Mum-of-four Coleen, 38, is said to be keen on having a second family home by the coast — although the family’s Cheshire mansion would remain their principal base as the boys are enrolled in schools there.Read More on FootballEldest Kai, 14, is also a striker with Manchester United’s Youth Academy.A source said: “Salcombe and its surrounding area are beautiful. It’s easy to see why Wayne and Coleen would look there.“It’s a magnet for posh public school types in red chinos and deck shoes so Wayne might stick out a bit but I’m sure he would be made welcome.”A footie insider said: “Coleen’s given her blessing to this possible move. She wants somewhere suitable for the family and they all love a beach holiday so Salcombe would be ideal.”Most read in FootballA spokesman for Wayne was asked to comment.Wayne Rooney breaks silence after being named Plymouth manager and reveals plan to do something he’s never done before More

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      Security fears rise as 500K England and Scotland football fans planning to travel to Germany to watch Euros

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      HALF a million England and Scotland football fans are planning to travel to Germany to watch the Euros — sparking security fears.Thousands of supporters will not have tickets, with just 10,000 issued for each team at the initial three group games.Security fears for the Euros have grown amid fears that upwards of 350,000 England fans could clash with yobs or be threatened by terroristsCredit: GettyOver 150,000 Scotland supporters are also expected to visit Germany for the month-long tournamentCredit: GettyAuthorities had expected 300,000 Brits to visit during the month-long tournament, but have now sharply revised estimates upwards to 350,000 England and 150,000 Scotland supporters.The prospect of huge numbers of ticketless followers raises already serious security concerns, with policing now being ramped up further over terrorist and yob threats.And thousands of fans are expected to be out of the UK on July 4 for the General Election — the day before the first quarter-final. Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions are favourites to win, so should still be battling for glory.READ MORE ON EUROS 2024A UK-based German diplomatic source told The Sun on Sunday: “The sheer numbers will mean greater resources will have to be directed to host cities where England and Scotland are playing.“They will all be welcome, but our priority will always be their safety and security.”Up to 40,000 England fans will be expected at the team’s qualifying group games against Serbia in Gelsenkirchen, Denmark in Frankfurt and Slovenia in Cologne. Many without match tickets will throng fan zones and bars to watch on TV.Most read in FootballMunich is drafting in more than 2,000 extra cops and fire brigade staff ahead of the arrival of thousands of Scots for the Euros curtain-raiser against Germany on June 14.Concerns are also spiking for England’s first game — a June 16 clash with Serbia, who are known to have violent fans who back Vladimir Putin’s Russia.BBC VS ITV: Who wins in battle of Euro 2024 teamsJihadist IS has also issued attack warnings in the host cities. More

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      Trent Alexander-Arnold & Jude Law’s daughter Iris spotted on second date having dinner in Monaco ahead of Grand Prix

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      ENGLAND and Liverpool ace Trent Alexander-Arnold has enjoyed a second date with actor Jude Law’s model daughter Iris.The pair were spotted having dinner together on Friday night at posh Cipriani restaurant in Monte Carlo, Monaco.Trent Alexander Arnold and Jude Law’s daughter Iris Law were spotted out on a dateCredit: Dan CharityThe pair were snapped in Monte Carlo, MonacoCredit: Dan CharityThe duo, who met last month on a fashion shoot, were seen by others jetting into the glamorous hotspot on the French Riviera earlier in the day – who recognised the Premier League star.Trent, 25, and Iris were spotted after dinner partying on a super yacht moored in exclusive Port Hercules.The party was held on board the luxury 155ft (47m) Arados yacht moored at Hirondelle quay.The yacht features a huge sky lounge on the top deck where revellers danced to DJ spun music on Friday.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSPort Hercules is the only deep water port in Monaco and is host to dozens of multi-million pound yachts owned by the rich and famous.It was used as a setting in the 1995 James Bond movie Goldeneye.Monte Carlo is packed this weekend with thousands of well-heeled sports fans visiting the city for the Monaco Grand Prix.Iris, 23, and Trent, 25, first met while filming on a shoot last month with Guess Jeans, for which they are both ambassadors.Most read in FootballThey hit it off and arranged a date in London earlier this month when Trent was in the capital for Liverpool’s game against West Ham.They enjoyed a coffee, and a smoothie in Trent’s case, while walking around Portobello Market.England star Trent Alexander-Arnold forced to hire bodyguard after being stalked by sex-crazed fanAn onlooker who saw them said: “They looked very happy together. I’m looking forward to watching him play for England in the Euros, I suppose he was on a break before that.”Trent is a huge F1 fan so he’ll want to stick around to soak up the atmosphere of the Monaco Grand Prix with pals.In October last year he announced on Instagram he had invested in the F1 Alpine team.Previously he watched the Silverstone Grand Prix, has sponsorship tie-ins with Red Bull and even posted a photo with F1 world champ and Red Bull driver Max Verstappen.Iris, whose godmother is supermodel Kate Moss, has forged a career as a model and actress.Iris has since forged a career as a model and actress.They looked very happy togetherAn onlookerAfter graduating from Central Saint Martins — whose alumni include Stella McCartney, Paloma Faith and Alexander McQueen — she made her film debut in 2016 in Will Nature Make A Man of Me Yet? which also starred her mum.In 2021 she boldly shaved off her hair for a role in Danny Boyle’s six-part punk series Pistol.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe told Vogue: “I wanted to do something that felt liberating.“The day I shaved my head, I changed my life.”Iris and the football star were seen having dinner together on Friday night at posh Cipriani restaurantCredit: Dan CharityTrent and Iris first met while filming on a shoot with Guess JeansCredit: Dan CharityTrent is in the provisional squad to go to the Euros with England this summerCredit: PA More

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      Inside Phil Foden’s incredible rise to fame from trophies to money off pitch – and new nickname given to him by mates

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      ENGLAND sensation Phil Foden has been dubbed “Fodenballs” by his mates — for following in the footsteps of David “Goldenballs” Beckham.Like Becks, the attacking midfielder is netting trophies on the pitch and millions of pounds off it.Man City ace Phil Foden has been dubbed the David Beckham of his generation – as friends call him ‘Fodenballs’Credit: GettyPhil is currently expecting his third child with sweetheart Rebecca CookeCredit: Sophie Eleanor Photography / Go PR & EventsManchester City ace Foden is set to star in tomorrow’s FA Cup final against rivals Manchester United.The showdown comes on the back of another incredible season in which he won his sixth Premier League title and scored a stunning 24 goals in all competitions.He was named both Premier League player of the year and the Footballer Writers’ player of the year. And on Tuesday Gareth Southgate named the 23-year-old in his provisional 33-man squad for next month’s Euro 2024 tournament in Germany.READ MORE ON MANCHESTER CITYBut humble Foden is proving just as savvy when it comes to doing deals. Latest publicly available accounts from his companies show his off-pitch earnings shot up by almost £10million.His wealth has increased by £4.8million in a year after setting up PWF Management Ltd to handle his image rights and sponsorship deals.That is the equivalent of £400,000 a month.Most read in FootballFoden and mum Claire Rowlands are listed as directors of the “sports activities” firm.He has also amassed £4.4million in a second firm, Rondog Sports Ltd — named after his nickname of “Ronnie”, given to him by his gran to differentiate him from his dad, who is also called Phil.Man Utd & Man City Premier League combined XIThe Man City ace with mum Clare and dad Phil SnrFoden has deals with Nike, Hugo Boss and jewellery firm Cernucci on top of his £200,000-a-week City wages.Top players also earn from the sale of merchandise including shirts that bear their name. Shrewd Foden also set up PF Property Holdings in 2022.Foden, expecting a third child with sweetheart Rebecca Cooke, 24, has splashed out £2.8million on a home in the footballer enclave of Prestbury for parents Phil Snr and Clare.He then paid £3million for the five-bedroom mansion where he lives with Rebecca, five-year-old son Ronnie and daughter True, one. It is just a stone’s throw from where United’s Wayne Rooney used to live.Despite it all, Foden still has some way to go to catch up Goldenballs Beckham who, according to the recent Sunday Times Rich List, is now worth £455million with wife Victoria. Also, unlike Becks, Foden is yet to amass a huge garage of supercars, having only passed his driving test in December while at the wheel of a VW ID3.However, he does have a £150,000 Mercedes G Wagon — decked out with sky blue seats — and a £100,000 Mercedes Vito people carrier.Despite his millions, Foden remains a regular visitor to the working class area of Edgeley, Stockport, where he grew up and learned his skills while kicking a ball against a wall.He is a loyal customer of Scissor Trim where he pays £20 for a skin fade, grabs Indian takeaways from Bombay Castle and often pops into Fresh Clothing.Fans pay tribute to Phil back home in StockportCredit: Matthew Pover LimitedAnd he and Rebecca shunned glitzy venues in Manchester to hold a baby shower for their third child at League One Stockport County’s function room.The ace is also a close pal of Stockport-based boxer Niall Brown and loves nothing more than going fishing with pals. He famously missed City’s 2018 title celebrations to go fishing with his dad.He also loves the freedom of riding quad bikes with his childhood mates.A source said: “Phil’s a legend to City fans on the pitch, and a legend to his family and friends off it thanks to his down-to-earth nature.“He can afford the finest things in the world, but loves nothing more than going back to where he grew up, getting a hair cut, seeing his mates and having a kickabout with some of the kids that idolise him.”It’s good to play with [kids in Stockport] and see a smile on their face. I just want to be a good role model for themPhil FodenPhil said previously: “I’ve still got family around Stockport, so I go and visit sometimes, and kids are just starstruck to see me.“It’s quite strange because I was one of those kids and was just the same as them.“They look up to you, so it’s just to give something back because I used to play there growing up. “It’s good to play with them and see a smile on their face. I just want to be a good role model for them.”If City win the FA Cup tomorrow, Foden will bag his 18th trophy of his career since making his City debut in November 2017.In 2018 he became the youngest recipient of a Premier League winner’s medal.Since then he has won five more Premier League titles, four League Cups, two FA Cups, two Community Shields, a Champions League, UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup.He also won the U-17 World Cup with England, prompting City boss Pep Guardiola to describe the then 17-year-old as “the most talented player” he had ever seen.United legend Ryan Giggs, who retired aged 40, is the most decorated English footballer of all time winning 34 trophies including 13 league titles.We take a look at Phil Foden’s record compared to David BeckhamLEEDS FANS’ HOLS DASHTWO Leeds United fans are ditching their family holiday in the Med to go to their team’s Wembley play-off final — before flying back.Liam Cooper and Dean Fairbrother will leave their wives in their Ibiza hotel late tomorrow night to catch the 12.50am plane to London.Leeds United fans Liam Cooper and Dean Fairbrother will briefly ditch their family holiday to catch the game’s match on SundayCredit: Liam Cooper / SWNSA look at the duo’s mad dash to see the match at the weekendThey will see Sunday’s 3pm game with Southampton which may return Leeds to the Premier League.READ MORE SUN STORIESFood inspector Liam, 43, from Leeds, and, Dean, 59, a finance adviser in Devon, will fly back to continue their £5,500 hols.Dean said: “Normal people don’t understand why you do these things.” More

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      Mason Greenwood puts six-bedroom mansion up for rent in latest sign he’s quitting Man Utd

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      EXILED Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood has put his six-bedroom mansion up for rent.The 22-year-old’s £2million, fully-furnished pad is available for £14,000-a-month.Mason Greenwood has put his six-bedroom mansion up for rentCredit: GettyGreenwood signed with Spanish club Getafe last September on a season-long loan, which finishes at the end of next monthCredit: GettyA source said: “The fact it’s on the market is a strong indication Mason has no plans to return to United.“The house was his home when he hit the big time with the club.“It was also where he was ordered out of bed by detectives when he was arrested, and became his sanctuary when waiting to find out if he was going to be charged.”England’s Greenwood was arrested in January 2022 following allegations of attempted rape and assault. READ MORE ON MASON GREENWOODProsecutors later dropped all charges.A club internal review followed and United bosses ruled that Greenwood should ply his trade away from Old Trafford, leading to him joining Spanish club Getafe last September on a season-long loan, which finishes at the end of next month.A string of good performances and a haul of ten goals and six assists has seen some United fans call for new minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe to bring the troubled star back.But The Sun understands Greenwood believes returning to Manchester would risk upsetting the life he has built with Wag Harriet Robson and their baby daughter Summer.Most read in FootballSeveral Premier League clubs have asked United to keep them updated with the situation while at least four European clubs including Getafe, Borussia Dortmund, Napoli and Atletico Madrid rumoured to be considering bids for him.United have put a price tag on the academy star of £40-£50m, which would be used to fund a squad rebuild.Mason Greenwood set to leave Man Utd as Getafe give transfer update More

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      Kyle Walker reveals newborn son to world after Man City clinches record-breaking fourth league title in a row

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      MANCHESTER City captain Kyle Walker showed off newborn son Rezon as his side won a record-breaking fourth league title in a row.The England defender strode on to the pitch at the Etihad Stadium with all four boys he shares with wife Annie Kilner.Manchester City have lifted a record-breaking fourth Premier League title in a rowCredit: ReutersClub captain Kyle Walker took advantage of the historic moment to show off newborn son Rezon for the first timeCredit: Pixel8000It was the first time Rezon had been seen since then-pregnant Annie took a break from Kyle — having learned of his second child with influencer Lauryn Goodman.They are now working to reconcile and Annie, 31, was there ­yesterday with their other sons Roman, 11, Riaan, seven, and Reign, five, to support Kyle, 33.A pal told The Sun: “His family are immensely proud of their dad. Seeing him captain the team to the fourth title in a row is special.”Later, Kyle was the last player called on to the stage before lifting the trophy with his teammates.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHe admitted his off-field struggles had almost led to him leaving City last summer, but said of his team-mates: “These lads are my family — I see them more than I see my family.” City clinched the title by beating West Ham 3-1, with rockers Noel Gallagher and Johnny Marr roaring on Pep Guardiola’s team.Manager Guardiola was visibly emotional as he marched out for the trophy presentation wearing a City shirt.Goalscorer Foden said: “Its so hard to put into words what we’ve done today. I think now we’ve put ourselves in the history books, no team’s ever done it and you see what it means to the fans and what it means to us.Most read in Football“We’ve been working all year for this moment. It’s such a special feeling today.“You never get bored of it. I want this feeling every time. When you win something there’s no better feeling. I just want to keep winning as much as I can.Man City’s six key moments this season UPDATED“All the lads have played in important games over the years, we’ve played this scenario a couple of times as well so I think it helps with the nerves.“I thought today we looked confident and just played our football and in the end it paid off.”City won it despite still facing 115 charges from the Premier League.Noel Gallagher was at the Etihad to watch the matchCredit: PABracescorer Phil Foden is snapped celebrating with manager Pep GuardiolaCredit: ReutersShirtless fans celebrate in the Manchester sunshineCredit: RexWalker’s partner Annie Kilner going into the ground with newborn RazenCredit: MCPIX LTDArsenal’s final-day anguish
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      ARSENAL fans were left devastated after falling agonisingly short of a Premier League title win.
      The Gunners did their job by beating Everton 2-1 at the Emirates, although they left it late with an 89th-minute winner.
      But it was all in vain after West Ham failed to beat leaders Manchester City at the Etihad.
      It comes after Arsenal were mocked for rehearsing a trophy lift in anticipation of clinching the title.
      A video showed staff stepping on to the winners’ podium next to a plinth bearing the trophy. More

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      Tyson Fury eases pain of first boxing defeat by flying home from Saudi Arabia aboard £34million private jet

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      DEFEATED Gipsy King Tyson Fury put on a ­brave face last night after his first ever boxing defeat — joking he is off to walk the dog and go to the tip.The heavyweight fighter earned an estimated £80million from the showdown in Saudi Arabia, but lost his title to Ukraine’s Oleksandr Usyk.Tyson Fury narrowly lost his title to Ukraine’s Oleksandr Usyk in Saudi ArabiaCredit: PAHolding his bruised opponent’s head in his hands, humble Fury said: ‘Very good, my brother in Christ’Credit: GettyNormally cocky Fury admitted: “We punched f*** out of each other for 12 rounds. I’m going to go home, eat some food, drink some beers, have some family time, walk the dog, go to the tip.“Me and Frank Warren will discuss the future. If there’s going to be another fight — I think they’re talking about October — then we’ll rock and roll.”Bruised and battered Fury, 35, was whisked to Riyadh airport for the flight home to Manchester.And he eased his pain by flying home aboard a £34million private jet — a state-of-the art Embraer Lineage 1000E, described as “the pinnacle” of private plane glitz.READ MORE ON TYSON FURYThe flying palace is equipped with a huge living area, queen-size bed, white leather seating, two bathrooms with a shower and “wine cellar”.The chartered flight will have cost around £12,000-an-hour to hire, including transit time and hours spent on the ground awaiting its VIP passenger and his entourage.Fury is expected to take up his mega-bucks option of an October rematch with Usyk, 37, after he claimed judges were swayed by war sympathies for his Ukrainian opponent.But he was later revealed to have congratulated Usyk after Saturday’s epic battle — and even pledged to join him on “holiday” in his war-torn nation.Most read in BoxingThe 6ft 9in British giant was humbled after taunting his 6ft 3in opponent early in the fight.He was left reeling by a barrage of blows which nearly KO’d him in Round Nine.Tyson Fury incredible ring walk at Usyk fightBut Fury clearly believed he had done enough to claim a points win and pulled Usyk in for a hug and kissed him on the head as they awaited the judges’ decision.Audio recordings revealed Fury told Usyk: “I’d like to come to Ukraine with my family and have a holiday with your family and you can come to my house and have a holiday with me.”And Usyk replied: “No problem, my friend.”Fury went on to tell him: “Good work Oleksandr. You’re a strong man and a very good boxer.”Holding his bruised opponent’s head in his hands, Fury added: “Very good, my brother in Christ.”Usyk replied: “Listen, I started preparing for you when you were boxing in 2008, European champion.” That likely referred to Fury’s time as EU Junior Champ in 2007.Fury said: “Thank you, my brother. You’re a very good boxer. I love it, I love it. Good moves.“My brother, we’ll have a beer after this — alcohol-free!”The beaten Briton also exchanged fist bumps and warm words with members of Usyk’s team, telling them: “Thank you guys — appreciate you all.”Fury eased his pain by flying home aboard a £34million private jetThis was Tyson’s first ever ring defeatCredit: GettyBut the two boxers missed out on their post-fight alcohol-free beer after Usyk was taken to hospital for treatment for a suspected broken jaw.Fury also thanked Prince Turki bin Salman Al Saud — brother of Saudi Arabia’s crown prince Mohammed bin Salman — who is set to stage any re-run of the classic encounter.He said: “Turki, thank you my brother for putting this on. Look how many people couldn’t put us together, but you made this happen for the world. We gave them a precious fight.I’m going to go home, drink beer, walk the dogFury“Yeah, we’ll have it again. Show me the money baby! Show Oleksandr the money!”The judges’ official scorecard sparked controversy among boxing fans, many of who believed the Ukrainian was the clear winner.Judge Manuel Oliver Palermo, of Spain, awarded Fury the victory, leading one fan to post on X: “To think one judge had Fury winning is ridiculous. But even the disgusting corrupted judges couldn’t deny Usyk smashed Fury.”The two fighters split a £115million purse for Saturday’s showdown and could earn even more from another showdown this autumn.But Fury may opt for another big-money Battle of Britain bout against Anthony Joshua, who watched the fight ringside with football great Cristiano Ronaldo.READ MORE SUN STORIESUsyk is now the first undisputed Heavyweight Champion of the World since Lennox Lewis in 1999, and the first boxer to achieve the feat this century.But Tyson may not be able to resist the chance to grab back all four championship belts, despite the huge toll each fight takes on his body.Proud Usyk with his beltCredit: https://x.com/Gerashchenko_en/status/1792116449420480692/photo/1Anthony Joshua and Cristiano Ronaldo were snapped with Turki Al-Sheikh on the ringsideCredit: PAAn action shot from the boutCredit: EPA More

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      England fans at Euros in for cheeky shock as official camp is near nudist hotspot

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      ENGLAND supporters at the Euros will see a different kind of ball game — as their official camp is near a nudist hotspot.Thousands of Three Lions fans paying £100 a night will stay on Mülheim Island in Cologne for the June 25 clash with Slovenia.England fans Euros’ official camp is near a nudist hotspotCredit: GettyFans will be joined by German sunbathers who love to strip off and hang out on the banks of the RhineCredit: Dan CharityOne Cologne local said: ‘It’s perfect for anyone wanting to sunbathe without clothes’Credit: Dan CharityAnd they will be joined by German sunbathers who love to strip off and hang out on the banks of the Rhine.One Cologne local said: “It’s perfect for anyone wanting to sunbathe without clothes.“Quite a lot of cyclists and walkers round here get an eyeful they weren’t expecting when they come here to exercise. “I think England fans will love it.”Read More on FootballOne, Wolves supporter, James Monks, 31, is travelling to all the England games in Germany.He said: “We’re no prudes but most of us will be happier to keep our kits on — I think the locals would prefer that, too.“Maybe we’ll play spot the ball instead. “Though I’m sure there are a few England fans who will have no problems laying their loyalties bare.”Most read in FootballThe final remaining hotel rooms in Cologne for the final group game against Slovenia are priced from about £400.Inside Euro 2024 security HQ where crack cops work around the clock to protect tournament from terrorists and hooligans More