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      Middlesbrough boss Michael Carrick lines up Premier League star transfer as Man Utd legend looks to fix leaky defence

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      MIDDLESBROUGH manager Michael Carrick is seeking a centre-half in the winter window. Carrick has lost Darragh Lenihan following his ankle operation.
      Michael Carrick is eyeing a defender in the January transfer windowCredit: Alamy
      Darragh Lenihan has been sidelined following an ankle operationCredit: Alamy
      But he will get funds for a top replacement, ideally on loan, for the promotion push.
      Nottingham Forest’s Joe Worrall and Leeds’ Charlie Cresswell are in their sights.
      Worrall, 26, is currently out of favour at Forest and a loan may work for both him and the club.
      Cresswell, 21, is on the fringe of the Leeds side but they may be unwilling to help a promotion rival.
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      Middlesbrough endured a sticky start to the season after their strong finish under Carrick last year.
      Losing the likes of top scorer Chuba Akpom over the summer hit the club hard.
      And it took Carrick’s side until September 23 to pick up its first win in the Championship this season.
      Since then they have stormed to eight wins in all which currently has them in 12th in the table.
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      However, this position is deceiving with just three points separating them from the play-off spots.
      Former Man Utd assistant Carrick is up against ex-colleague Kieran McKenna who is at the helm of high-flyers Ipswich next week.
      Joe Worrall is one target for Boro in the next transfer windowCredit: Alamy
      Charlie Cresswell is an alternative solution in the marketCredit: Getty More

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      Phil Foden’s son, 4, signs major modelling deal with fashion brand after gaining four million Instagram followers

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      FOOTIE ace Phil Foden’s four-year-old son is already modelling clothes for a fashion store.Little Ronnie, who has four million Instagram followers, has been pictured posing in clobber for the Flannels designer labels retailer.
      Phil Foden’s four-year-old son has started his modelling careerCredit: Instagram
      Ronnie went viral following his celebrations during the 2023 Champions League FinalCredit: Getty
      Ronnie was nicknamed “The Dude” by fans after he played up to the camera while celebrating Man City’s Champions League triumph in June with dad Phil and other stars such as Jack Grealish.
      He has since become the unofficial mascot for the team.
      England international Phil, 23, and his partner Rebecca Cooke, 22, created an Instagram profile for Ronnie for fans charmed by their cheeky little chappie.
      And the boy is now working with Propel Talent Group, a company that claims to manage “the careers of some of the UK’s most sought-after talent”.
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      Celebrities with more than a million Instagram followers can earn up to £10,000 for each brand plug.
      Speaking about his son’s celebrations, Phil said: “His personality has made him who he is. I think he went quite viral after [we] won the Champions League.”
      Ronnie is not the only son of a Premier League ace to bag a modelling contract.
      Wayne Rooney’s son Kai 14, has fronted a campaign for Puma while Brooklyn and Romeo Beckham have also been used in fashion campaigns.
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      Pubs could stay open till 1am if any home nations make it up to Euros semis

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      PUBS could be allowed to stay open until 1am if any of the home nations make it to the semis or final of next summer’s Euros.Ministers will consult on extending licensing hours for boozers in England and Wales if UK teams get through.
      Ministers are looking at extending licensing hours for pubs to make sure footie fans can come together to cheer their nation on in the EurosCredit: AP
      The Scottish government will make its own decision.
      But with host nation Germany one hour ahead of UK time, it will mean fans can watch evening kick-offs over a pint without the fear of having to exit the pub if a game goes to extra-time or penalties.
      England — runners-up to Italy two years ago at Covid-delayed Euro 2020 — will be at next summer’s finals after topping their group with captain Harry Kane banging in eight goals.
      Scotland also qualified, while Wales are in the play-offs.
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      Home Secretary James Cleverly said: “There are few things that bring a country together more than the prospect of winning an international tournament.
      “That is why we are looking at helping pubs and bars stay open longer if we reach the semi-finals or final, and ensure families, friends and communities can come together to cheer their nation on.”
      England are one of the favourites to win the competition.
      If Gareth Southgate’s squad manage to storm to victory it will be England’s first major trophy since 1966.
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      Marcus Rashford sparks rumours he’s back with ex-fiancée after booking out entire posh restaurant for romantic date

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      FOOTIE ace Marcus Rashford may get a replay with his ex-fiancée after booking out an posh restaurant for a date last week.The Man United and England striker, 26, sparked rumours that he is back with his childhood sweetheart Lucia Loi, 26.
      Marcus Rashford booked out a posh restaurant for a date with his ex-fiancéeCredit: Splash
      Lucia Loi, 26, was still not wearing her engagement ringCredit: Splash
      Rashford hired the cellar of a French wine bar in Manchester for the occasionCredit: Splash
      He hired the cellar of a French wine bar in Manchester that seats 18.
      The bar sells bottles of champagne for £950 a pop.
      A source said: “They were there for hours laughing and joking.
      “It’s a very nice place and he booked the whole of it for just the two of them.
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      “He couldn’t stop smiling.”
      But Lucia, above with Marcus after the date, is still not wearing her diamond engagement ring.
      The Sun on Sunday told in June how the couple had broken-up two months before as Marcus holidayed in Miami.
      He was seen returning to his hotel with personal trainer Courtney Caldwell after partying at an exclusive nightclub until 5am.
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      Speculation has swirled about the star’s love life following his break-up with Lucia, who he had dated since he was 15.
      The pair fell for each other at Ashton on Mersey School, in Sale, Greater Manchester.
      After nine years together, the split in May 2021, blaming the pandemic and lockdown pressures.
      A source revealed: ‘They were there for hours laughing and joking’Credit: Splash
      The pair, pictured above enjoying a jetski ride in Barbados, split just months earlierCredit: Mega
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      Jack Grealish has enough sexy ‘swagger’ to be character in next book, says saucy author Jilly Cooper

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      SAUCY author Jilly Cooper says footie star Jack Grealish has enough sexy “swagger” to be a character in her next book.The 86-year-old best-selling writer — dubbed the Queen of the Bonkbuster — admitted she is mesmerised by the £100million England star.
      Jilly Cooper says Jack Grealish has enough sexy ‘swagger’ to be in her next book
      The saucy author says she’s mesmerised by the England starCredit: Getty
      Jilly said: ‘I love Manchester City. Jack Grealish is like a character from my books’Credit: PA:Press Association/PA Images
      Manchester City’s Jack has adoring fans in a spin with his tight-fitting shorts and rolled down socks, showing off his stocky calves.
      Paired with his long, slicked-backed hair and ­permanent tan, the 28-year-old regularly tops the league for fans when asked to rank the hottest footballers.
      Jilly said: “I love Manchester City. Jack Grealish is like a character from my books. He’s got swagger. I think football is riveting.”
      And she confessed she found the business fascinating while researching for her latest novel, Tackle!
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      The book — tagline “If you want to score, you’ve got to be a player” — sees character Rupert Campbell-Black buy failing club Searston Rovers, attracting the attention of the Wags.
      Jilly said of pro footballers: “They are rich slaves, aren’t they? Footballers are bought and sold.
      “You can be in a team and your contract can be stopped just like that. They might get huge wages, but are under constant scrutiny. Careers are brief.”
      Grealish, who is featured topless on the front cover of the latest Arena Homme Plus magazine, has amassed a £100million personal fortune thanks to his success on the field and a string of lucrative modelling contracts.
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      The author’s latest novel, Tackle!Credit: Bantam More

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      Jermain Defoe takes two different women home just days apart months after splitting from wife

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      FORMER England striker Jermain Defoe looks equally at home with two women just days apart.The retired star, 41, enjoyed a pub dinner with wedding planner Paige Mallabourn-Edmondson, 29.
      Jermain Defoe enjoyed a pub dinner date with Paige Mallabourn-Edmondson, 29Credit: Splash
      They then went back to his Essex mansion, where he lived earlier this year with wife Donna Tierney, 40, before they split.
      Paige, who met the ex-Spurs ace when he was on a coaching course in Burnley, is said to have recently moved to London to spend more time with him.
      But days after their Essex date, Defoe was pictured with influencer Alisha LeMay, 31, who he started seeing this year.
      Online snaps show the pair taking selfies at another of his homes, in Hertfordshire.
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      A source said: “Jermain likes to keep busy now he’s retired but it must be exhausting going from one mansion to another to spend time with Paige and then Alisha.
      “Maybe he’s having a hard time trying to choose which one he wants to be with.
      “Both must know about each other and seem to be very understanding towards Jermain.
      “But it’s a very unusual arrangement.”
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      In October, we told how Defoe visited Paige at a £1,200-a-night hotel in London just days before being pictured with Alisha.
      Defoe married beautician Donna in 2022.
      But we revealed a month later he pestered a nurse for sex.
      The ex-England striker posed for a selfie at his home in HertfordshireCredit: Instagram
      And influencer Alisha LeMay, 31, also posted a photo online at Defoe’s homeCredit: Instagram More

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      Tyson Fury’s dream £4million mansion plans knocked out again after bats drama

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      WORLD boxing champ Tyson Fury’s £4million mansion plans have been floored again — this time by birds.The heavyweight king has been told that featherweight flappers flocking to ponds or fruit trees on his land may be a hazard to nearby jets.
      World heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury’s plans to expand his home have been dealt a blowCredit: Getty
      He has already given up on hopes of demolishing a house on the site after bats were found roosting in a loft.
      Instead, he hoped to extend the existing eight-bedroom home and install a basement music room, games area, breakfast and garden rooms and a cinema.
      But the safeguarding authority at nearby Manchester airport has told him birds could be attracted to the Cheshire site if planned cherry trees are planted or if there is any open water — including swimming pools.
      Only sterile or rarely-fruiting trees must be used, it said.
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      In its planning consultation response, the authority gives its reasons as “flight safety” and “bird strike avoidance”.
      Birds being sucked into jets or hitting aircraft windscreens can cause major accidents.
      The experts said: “Robust measures are to be taken to prevent species of birds hazardous to aircraft being attracted to the site.”
      The WBC champ also cannot use exterior uplighting in case it distracts pilots.
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      The home needs a big overhaul. Aerial images show it looking like a dumping ground for used cars and strewn with litter.
      Fury and Paris currently live with their six children in a £1.7million home in ­Morecambe, Lancs.
      His move will take him closer to boxer brother Tommy and Love Island girlfriend Molly-Mae Hague, both 23, who have a £3.5million mansion nearby.
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      Man Utd star Diogo Dalot becomes dad for first time after fiancee gives birth to baby girl

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      MANCHESTER United’s Diogo Dalot and his fiancée have welcomed a baby daughter.The Portugal defender, 24, had withdrawn from this week’s Euro qualifiers for personal reasons.
      Manchester United’s Diogo Dalot and his fiancée have welcomed a baby daughterCredit: Alamy
      The defender posted a picture of the couple clasping the tot’s hand on InstagramCredit: Instagram/@diogodalot
      Players were quick to congratulate the new family online
      He told boss Roberto Martinez that partner Claudia Pinto was due to give birth imminently.
      On Wednesday the defender posted: “Welcome to the world Clara. 15.11.2023” — with a picture of the couple clasping the tot’s hand.
      United’s official Instagram and players Sergio Reguilon and Sofyan Amrabat congratulated the new family — as did ex-Red Devils David de Gea and Juan Mata, plus Portugal and Man City defender Ruben Dias.
      Dalot and Pinto started dating in 2020 and got engaged in March.
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      They announced they were expecting in July.
      Dalot was widely expected to start both Euro 2024 qualifiers off the back of a strong start to the season at club level, having played 16 times in all competitions to date.
      But after quitting his country’s training camp, a Portugal statement said: “Joao Mario will make his debut in a national team call-up after being called up this afternoon to replace Diogo Dalot.
      “The Manchester United defender was released from the national team’s work for personal reasons and after communication with national coach Roberto Martinez.”
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      Dalot withdrew from this week’s Euro qualifiers More