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      Wayne Rooney has theory about Erling Haaland giving up FA Cup final penalty after BBC studio left ‘shocked’

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      WAYNE ROONEY believes that Erling Haaland was taken off penalty duties ahead of the FA Cup final.The Norwegian gave Manchester City’s first-half FA Cup final spot kick to team-mate Omar Marmoush… having never scored at Wembley.Erling Haaland initially grabbed the ball before City’s penaltyCredit: ReutersHaaland, 24, handed the ball to Omar MarmoushCredit: GettyDean Henderson saved Marmoush’s penaltyCredit: GettyThe 24-year-old has banged in the goals for City since joining from Borussia Dortmund in 2022, but went into Saturday’s showdown having failed to score in four appearances at the national stadium.Wembley is one of just three English grounds that Haaland has played at and not scored; alongside Brentford’s Gtech Stadium and Liverpool’s Anfield.When Tyrick Mitchell brought down Bernardo Silva in the box, Haaland could have had a chance to score from the spot on 36 minutes.But he instead handed the ball to Marmoush, who saw his tame penalty saved by Eagles keeper Dean Henderson – with Haaland failing to convert the rebound.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCity’s No9 has missed three of his seven penalties this season.Marmoush, meanwhile, had converted four out of four from the spot this season, all for Eintracht Frankfurt during the first half of the campaign.When BBC pundit Micah Richards questioned Haaland’s decision to hand the penalty to Marmoush, Rooney claimed: “I don’t think he’s given it away.”I think it’s been taken off him before the game, I think it’s been decided (pre-match).”Most read in FA CupCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSWayne Rooney gave his opinion on the penalty at half-timeCredit: BBCWhen Lineker added “you can’t override the manager”, Rooney insisted: “There’s moments you can. And I think Haaland should have taken the penalty.”After the game, Pep Guardiola admitted that he thought Haaland would take it.Man City drop Jack Grealish transfer hint as they launch stunning new kit for Club World CupThe Spaniard said: “They decided on the pitch.”I don’t know. I didn’t speak with them. I thought he [Haaland] would want to take it. These are things for them.”That moment for the free kick, for the penalty, it’s the feeling and how they feel. They decided Omar was ready to take it. Henderson made a good save.”Henderson was lucky to still be on the pitch to save Marmoush’s penalty.The former Manchester United stopper escaped a red card despite deliberately handling outside his box, thwarting a chance for Haaland to score.Lineker revealed at half-time: “This is what VAR have said: ‘The direction in which Erling Haaland was going made it possible, but not an obvious goal scoring opportunity’.”Rooney replied by demanding football chiefs scrap VAR.Read More on The SunPalace already led at the time via Eberechi Eze’s 16th minute strike.And they would hold out to secure their first ever trophy with a 1-0 victory.Dean Henderson handled outside the boxCredit: BBCCrystal Palace ratingsCRYSTAL PALACE secured their first ever trophy with a famous FA Cup final victory over Manchester City.Man City ratingsMANCHESTER CITY were stunned by Crystal Palace at Wembley, condemning Pep Guardiola to a first trophyless season in eight years. More

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      Dean Henderson handles ball in moment of madness in FA Cup final but escapes red card after VAR review

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      DEAN HENDERSON handled the ball in a moment of madness during Crystal Palace’s FA Cup final against Man City.But the Eagles star was left breathing a sigh of relief after escaping a red card following a VAR review.Dean Henderson escaped a red card after handling the ball against Man CityCredit: GettyThe goalie was well outside the box as he slapped the ball away from Erling HaalandHenderson escaped a red card following a VAR reviewThe bizarre incident occurred minutes after Palace took the lead at Wembley through Eberechi Eze’s strike following a blistering counter-attack.City looked to get back into the game as a long ball made its way to Erling Haaland.The striker tried to take the bouncing ball down with his foot outside Palace’s box.But Haaland was thwarted as Henderson rushed out to palm the danger away.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTHIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY..The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSunFootball and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball. More

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      Crystal Palace vs Man City – FA Cup final LIVE SCORE: Marmoush MISSES penalty after Eze puts Eagles ahead – stream FREE

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      EBERECHI EZE has given Crystal Palace a DREAM start against Man City in the FA Cup final – before Omar Marmoush then MISSED a penalty for Man City! The Eagles have never lifted a major trophy in their 120-year existence as a professional club.However, Pep’s men earned their spot by beating a then-in-form Nottingham Forest in the previous round, and will be desperate to secure silverware despite having a well below-par campaign.The game is starting at 4.30pm after BBC and ITV came to an agreement over the off time – the former wanted a 3pm kick-off to avoid a clash with Eurovision, while the latter wanted a prime 5.30pm slot. Kick-off time: 4.30pm BSTFREE live stream: BBC iPlayer / ITV XTV channel: BBC One / ITV 1Crystal Palace XI: Henderson, Munoz, Richards, Lacroix, Guehi, Mitchell, Wharton, Kamada, Sarr, Eze, Mateta.Man City XI: Ortega, Akanji, Dias, Gvardiol, O’Reilly, Bernardo, De Bruyne, Savinho, Marmoush, Doku, Haaland.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow ALL the action from the FA Cup final with our live blog below…Penalty save by Henderson!It’s Marmoush he steps up, not Haaland.He goes to Henderson’s right and the goal keeper goes the correct way!A follow up shot by Haaland but Henderson gathers.Wow!Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-0 Manchester City Penalty to Man City!Mitchell fouls Bernado Silva just out of the six-yard box.It was a diving challenge he probably shouldn’t have made.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-0 Manchester City30′ Palace are staying firm defensively, not letting much get through.Doku tries a shimmy on the left wing and almost gets a ball through, but it’s gathered by Henderson easily.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Charlie Wyett at Wembley It is incredible that we are a quarter of the way through the final, Palace lead 1-0 and they have only had 17 per cent possession.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-0 Manchester City28. Palace regain possession and go direct to Mateta, he manages to win a throw-in in a dangerous position.Richards puts in the long throw but City manage to clear.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-0 Manchester City 26. Should that have been a red?On replay it seems that Henderson may have swiped the ball from Haaland just outside the box.But according to VAR the ball was going away from the goal and was not denying a goal-scoring opportunity.City fans will not be happy with that!Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-0 Manchester City 24. A long ball over the top comes to Haaland who doesn’t quite control it.But Henderson pushes it away and Haaland picks the ball up he gives it to Marmoush who can’t get a good chance away.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Martin Blackburn at WembleyThe story of City’s season – how many times have we seen them in charge of matches and then fall behind with almost their opponents first attack? Eberechi Eze was once on Pep’s list of transfer targets – maybe they were rueing the fact they did not push harder as he swept the Eagles ahead completely against the run of play.Fans were concerned the lack of a defensive midfielder would cause a problem for their team – and so it proved. Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-0 Manchester City 22. Man City go back to their slow build up but Palace win the ball and earn a throw in.The possession stat is currently 83% to 17%, but Palace won’t care!Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-0 Manchester City19. After that goal the game has completely opened up.City try to come back with a chance of there own but after Palace clear it they go back up the pitch and force Ortega to make a crucial save.What a game this has suddenly become!Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 1-0 Manchester City16. What a team goal by Crystal Palace!Going from back to front, Palace build up the possession and after a long ball Mateta passes it to Munoz who cleanly passes through to Eze for a simple tap in.Copy linkCopiedGoal Crystal Palace! Ebere EzeCopy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-0 Manchester City15. This constant pressure from City will have to pay soon, they’re all over them.Palace have maybe been past the halfway line once.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-0 Manchester City13. Another corner from City which leads to Henderson making another save.Palace clear but City gain possession straight away.After another cross into the box, City have another corner but the header goes over the box.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-0 Manchester City11. Doku picks up the Ball on the left trying to create something but is unable to get through.City just keeps coming and are relentless so far in this match.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-0 Manchester City9. After a few quick corners, City keep on pressing and keep putting balls in the danger zone.Palace do well to defend.A ball down the line for Mateta, but he’s unable to control it.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-0 Manchester City7. Close! Palace get the ball and try a long ball but it goes out for a throw in.Man City get back on the Ball and De Bruyne puts in a wonderful cross for Haaland, who narrowly misses from the six-yard box.It’s a great save by Henderson.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-0 Manchester City5. City are holding all the possession so far, with Palace looking to counter.Palace are playing deep, trying to soak up the pressure.Eze wins the ball but is quickly fouled by Akanji.Copy linkCopiedCrystal Palace 0-0 Manchester City3. As Dean Henderson hoists the ball up the pitch, Gvardiol clashes with Ismaila Sarr who an early free kick.Man City begin by holding possession and passing it around the back, trying to find a way through this Palace defense.Copy linkCopiedKickoff – Crystal Palace vs Manchester City1. Palace wins the coin toss, and it’s Eze who kicks us off.Stuart Atwell is our referee today, and both teams are able to wear their traditional colours on this beautiful sunny day.Copy linkCopiedAll eyes on WembleyWembley Stadium is set, the fans are soaking up the atmosphere, and Kickoff is just moments away.Man City are chasing another trophy while Palace are hoping of making history, wanting to claim their first major title.Copy linkCopiedToughest everPep Guardiola also appeared before the match and described this seson as “the toughest season of my career” due to the standards City have set in recent seasons.He said: “I have been here more than 20 times: semi-finals, finals, Carabao Cup, and FA Cup. The first time is always the emotion, but we prefer to be here than at home.”It has been a tough season for one reason because our standard was so unbelievably high.”We are in the final of the FA Cup – we are fighting to play for the Champions League. We will see what happens.”Hopefully, we can show our best and lift the second title of the season and fight to qualify for the Champions League next season.”We tried to create as a team, really good in transitions, really good in set-pieces. For that, the only way to break it up is talent.”Copy linkCopied’I’m old school’Erling Haaland was speaking to BBC before kick-off and said: “I like Neil Warnock, he’s a bit old schoool and I’m a but old school because of my dad. “I agree with his tactics which is sometimes you have to just kick and run!”Copy linkCopied15 to goThe FA Cup final gets underway in 15 minutes at Wembley.Man City come into this match as the favourites, but Crystal Palace are no pushovers.It’s set up to be a great game, and you can expect goals.Copy linkCopiedKing Kev bannerMan City fans are set to unveil a huge tifo in honour of Kevin De Bruyne, who will play in his final match for the club today.It has also been reported that Erling Haaland donated around €5,000 (£4,200) to the 1894 fan group to help fund the banners.The design will show De Bruyne’s face on a pack of cards that fan to all the trophies he’s won.There’s been 14 of them.We’ll share a picture when it comes through.Copy linkCopied More

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      Alan Pardew’s career since Wembley dance, from quitting CSKA Sofia over racism storm to bizarre spell in Greece

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      MANCHESTER UNITED won the 2016 FA Cup final courtesy of Jesse Lingard’s extra time goal.But despite Lingard’s heroics, the match is best remembered for then-Crystal Palace boss Alan Pardew’s infamous touchline jig.Alan Pardew performed an infamous dance on the Wembley touchlineCredit: BBCBoyhood Palace fan Jason Puncheon fired his side into the lead in 2016Credit: News Group Newspapers LtdBoyhood Palace fan Jason Puncheon sent the Eagles faithful at Wembley into delirium by belting the ball beyond David de Gea on 78 minutes.Celebrating Puncheon’s goal, Pardew turned towards his bench wearing a huge grin.In a moment that would go down in FA Cup folklore, the former Newcastle boss performed the most outrageous example of dad dancing that Wembley Stadium has ever seen.Unfortunately for Pards and Co, Juan Mata equalised barely three minutes later – with Lingard breaking their hearts in extra time.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLPardew’s Palace reign never recovered, and he was duly sacked in December of the same year, following a run of just six wins in 36 matches.After 11 months out of the game, Pards was back in the Prem – parachuted into West Brom to replace fellow former Palace boss Tony Pulis.There was nothing for him to dance about at the Hawthorns as he didn’t even see out the season – winning just three of his 21 games in charge on the way to the Baggies’ relegation. Ouch.Pardew’s next adventure saw him take on another relegation battle, this time in the Eredivisie with ADO Den Haag.Most read in FA CupBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKPardew parties in Ibiza in 2015Credit: InstagramThe Hague side looked doomed with Pards having only won once in eight matches… only for the Covid pandemic to see the season KO’d, thus saving them from the drop.ADO Den Haag’s outgoing boss was reportedly due a £100,000 bonus for avoiding relegation, even having been spared by the season being scrapped.Diehard Crystal Palace fan with arm in sling goes viral after using his HEAD to clap FA Cup heroes at WembleyUpon leaving, Pardew insisted: “If I was formally entitled to an amount I would never want to receive it. In this difficult period I would always return any bonus to the club, which will certainly find a good destination for it.”Pardew’s next job saw him take on an advisory role with Bulgarian side CSKA Sofia in November 2020.Eighteen months later he stepped into the CSKA dugout.His spell in charge ended in June 2022, when he resigned after a section of racist CSKA fans threw bananas at their own team’s black players.Per Sky Sports, Pardew was “angered and upset” by the incident – and in a subsequent statement he said: “The events before and after the match against Botev Plovdiv were unacceptable not only for me, but also for my assistant Alex Dyer and for my players. Our players decided to play out of loyalty towards the club.”This small group of organised racist fans, who tried to sabotage the game, are not the fans I want to coach the team in front of. That’s definitely not the right way for CSKA because such club deserves a lot more.”Pardew joined West Brom after leaving PalaceCredit: AFPPards headed to The Hague alongside Chris PowellCredit: GettyPardew managed CSKA Sofia in BulgariaCredit: GettyPardew’s most-recent managerial role took him to Greece, where he would win nine of his 22 games in charge of Aris Thessaloniki prior to his February 2023 exit.Since his last managerial job, Pardew has shifted into punditry.He co-hosts a show on talkSPORT on Sunday nights alongside DJ Mastestic, and he could recently be seen starring in a Paddy Power advert alongside the likes of Joe Cole and Glenn Hoddle.While Pardew can be found on the radio these days, he will not be seen at Wembley during his former club’s FA Cup final… because he doesn’t want memories of his dad dancing to overshadow yet another final.The 63-year-old said: “I told Steve (Parish) that this team deserves so much credit.”The problem with 2016 is that the team didn’t get enough. Every time it comes up in conversation, my dance comes up with it.”And I don’t want there to be even the slightest chance of that happening this time.“I don’t mind talking about it. It was just an off-the-cuff reaction to a goal. No shame. But this cup final should be about this Palace team.Read More on The Sun“I’ve told Steve that if they win, I will celebrate with him at the Wolves game next Tuesday instead.”But I’ll be watching from home for sure.”Pardew recently starred in a Paddy Power advertThe former Palace boss also has a show on talkSPORTCredit: https://twitter.com/talkSPORT More

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      Have Crystal Palace ever won a trophy? Major honours and European qualification explained

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      CRYSTAL PALACE are taking on Manchester City in a stunning FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium!The Eagles headed into the match on the back of a mixed season in the league, but have ended the campaign in good form.Ian Wright playing in 1990 FA Cup final for Crystal PalaceCredit: GettyPalace boss Oliver Glasner has had a huge impact on the side since his arrival at Selhurst Park in February 2024.Glasner said ahead of the FA Cup final: “I’m very pleased. Not just with the improvements, but I think with the environment we have created here at the training ground and also in the club.”We are very ambitious, everyone is working very hard to progress, and this is the main reason why we are where we are now at the end of the season.FA CUP FINAL LIVE – LATEST UPDATES”We are really settled in mid-table and looking at the teams in front of us more than looking at the teams who are behind us.”We are also playing the FA Cup final and very pleased with what has happened in the last 15-16 months.”Have Crystal Palace ever won a trophy?Crystal Palace won the Second Division twice in their history – in 1979 and in 1994.They have also been promoted via the playoffs four times – 1989, 1997, 2004 and in 2013.Most read in FA CupHowever, what is considered a top-flight honour has eluded the club so far.While the club have now reached three FA Cup finals, including taking Manchester United to a replay in 1990.United won 1-0 in the replay after the original clash ended in a 3-3 draw.Before their final in 2025, the last time Palace were in an FA Cup final was in 2016.Palace also played United that day, but lost 2-1 after extra-time in a match famed for manager Alan Pardew’s dance with the side 1-0 up.Winning the FA Cup today will send The Eagles into the Europe. The last and only time they played in Europe was the 1998 UEFA Intertoto Cup, but were knocked out in the third round to Turkish side Samsunspor. More

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      Gary Lineker returns to BBC for first time since post likening supporters of Israel to rats as host fronts FA Cup final

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      GARY Lineker has returned to the BBC for the first time since being accused of sharing a “anti-Semitic” post.The outgoing Match of the Day host sparked fury over the Instagram upload, which has since been deleted.Lineker has returned to the BBC for the first time since his postCredit: GettyHe presented coverage of the FA Cup final between Manchester City and Crystal Palace from Wembley todayLineker has “apologised unreservedly” after sharing the pro-Gaza video that likened supporters of Israel to rats.A rat has been used as an anti-Semitic insult referring to language used by Nazi Germany to characterise Jewish people.The rat accompanied footage of a Canadian-Palestinian lawyer attacking the war in Gaza with the caption “Zionism explained in two minutes.”In a statement, Lineker said: “On Instagram I reposted material which I have since learned contained offensive references.”I very much regret these references.”I would never knowingly share anything antisemitic. It goes against everything I believe in.”The post was removed as soon as I became aware of the issue.”Whilst I strongly believe in the importance of speaking out on humanitarian issues, including the tragedy unfolding in Gaza, I also know that how we do so matters.Most read in Football”I take full responsibility for this mistake. That image does not reflect my views.”It was an error on my part for which I apologise unreservedly.”Gary Lineker gets a grilling over Maradonna’s infamous hand of God goal in hilarious new The Assembly teaserLast November Lineker announced he would be stepping down from presenting Match Of The Day.The former England and Barcelona striker will make his final appearance on the highlights show on May 25.But he will still host World Cup and FA Cup coverage.And Lineker returned to TV screens this afternoon for the first time since the row erupted.He presented coverage of the FA Cup final between Manchester City and Crystal Palace from Wembley.Lineker appeared alongside Wayne Rooney.But a source said: “He is hosting the Cup final this weekend but beyond that we don’t know at this stage.”Staff are annoyed with him after this week — and he is annoyed with himself too.”This comes after the director general of the BBC said people need to follow the broadcaster’s social media rules when asked about the row involving the Lineker post.Tim Davie, after giving a wide-ranging speech, speaking of trust, disinformation and impartiality, was asked if Lineker had broken the BBC’s rules.Speaking at The Lowry arts centre in Salford, Mr Davie said: “The BBC’s reputation is held by everyone and when someone makes a mistake, it costs us.”And I think we absolutely need people to be the exemplars of BBC values and follow our social media policies, simple as that.”Lineker’s agent told the BBC the presenter immediately deleted the post when he learned about the image’s symbolism, which he had previously not appreciated.Meanwhile, earlier this week Lineker fired savage digs at the new BBC boss as the ex-footballer revealed why he left Match of the Day.The TV veteran slammed BBC’s new director of sport, Alex Kay-Jelski, claiming he “has no TV experience” in a brutal interview with The Telegraph.Lineker, 64, warned the BBC not to tamper too much with the iconic show, saying: “He has his reasons, he wants to change Match of the Day a bit.”Ultimately, I don’t think they will, because I don’t see how you move a highlights show away from being about highlights.”Lineker presented Match of the Day for a staggering 26 years.However, the 64-year-old claims that much has changed since the new BBC boss took charge last year.”I think he wants more journalists – he has come from that background,” Gary added.In March 2023 Lineker was temporarily suspended from the BBC after an impartiality row over comments he made criticising the then-government’s new asylum policy.He was also among 500 other high-profile figures who signed an open letter in February urging the BBC, to re-broadcast a documentary, Gaza: How To Survive A War Zone, to BBC iPlayer.But the legendary footballer has vowed to steer clear of entering the world of politics when he does end his punditry career in 2026.He said previously: “I won’t get involved in politics, I never really have.”Apart from the Brexit vote, because I did a lot of research on that and decided, ‘This could be worse than we think’.”I never back a government. I might criticise Sir Keir Starmer on Israel. But nobody knows my politics.”Read More on The SunLineker is the co-founder of Goalhanger Podcasts, makers of the popular The Rest Is History series and its spin-offs about politics, football, entertainment and money.He is being replaced as Match of the Day host by Gabby Logan, Kelly Cates and Mark Chapman next season. More

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      Crystal Palace vs Man City live stream: How to watch the FA Cup final for FREE

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      THE FA Cup final will come LIVE from Wembley in the annual showdown – and fans can watch it all for FREE.Man City will take on Crystal Palace in the FA Cup final, with a new champion guaranteed as Man Utd OUT of the competition.Man City eased past Crystal Palace when they recently met in the Premier LeagueCredit: GettyCrystal Palace have only conceded one goal in the FA Cup this seasonCredit: GettyThe FA Cup final will be FREE to watch in the UKCredit: Scott Llewellyn | MI NewsFA CUP FINAL LIVEOliver Glasner’s Palace side eased past Aston Villa in the semi-final, and have only conceded ONCE in the whole competition this season.Pep Guardiola’s City will not win the Premier League title, but could still end with a trophy, despite a poor season by their standards.The Citizens and Palace recently faced off, but City had too much for Palace in a 5-2 victory at The Etihad. Read more FA CupThe Eagles are no strangers to Manchester at Wembley in the FA Cup final, as Utd beat them 2-1 in the final in 2016. How to watch the FA Cup final for FREEMan City vs Crystal Palace in the FA Cup final is FREE to watch in in the UK.The game will be aired LIVE on both BBC One and ITV1.The FA Cup final can also be live streamed via BBC iPlayer or ITVX.The final will kick-off at 4.30pm BST.Alternatively, SunSport will live blog all the action as it happens from Wembley.Why does the FA Cup final start at 4:30pmThe FA Cup final will start at 4.30pm BST this year.This is due to BBC wanting to cover all their bases ahead of the Eurovision song contest later in the day, and were pushing for a 3pm kick-off time.ITV were pushing for a 5.30pm kick-off to maximise viewership and advertisement.As such, the pair settled on 4.30pm BST. More

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      Eberechi Eze in FA Cup final transfer audition with Arsenal, Man City and Tottenham all targeting move

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      CRYSTAL PALACE’S Eberechi Eze could be auditioning for a move to Manchester City in the FA Cup final.The 26-year-old delivered a masterclass in the semi-final, scoring a stunning goal to lead his side to a 3–0 victory over Aston Villa.Eze is the star man of the Palace team going into the FA CUP finalCredit: GettyThe midfielder gets on very well with Palace manager Oliver GlasnerCredit: GettyThe Crystal Palace midfielder is rising star in English footballCredit: PAHis performance not only secured Palace a place in the final against Pep Guardiola’s side but also reignited transfer speculation linking him with several Premier League giants.Throughout this campaign, the midfielder has been a standout performer for Palace, recording 12 goals and 11 assists.SunSport understands that Eze has long been on the radar of top clubs, including Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur, and Arsenal, all of whom have expressed interest in acquiring his services.Tottenham Hotspur in particular are believed to hold a strong advantage in the race for Eze.READ MORE NEWS However, with Kevin De Bruyne’s future imminent exit Guardiola’s side may suddenly find themselves in need of a midfielder with Eze’s skill set and Premier League experience.Sources suggest Eze is determined to play Champions League football and will take his time in deciding his next move.Arsenal have also been monitoring Eze’s progress. While not as aggressive in their pursuit, the Gunners are reportedly keeping a close eye on his situation.As the transfer window approaches, Eze’s future remains uncertain however, a decisive performance in the FA Cup final would undoubtedly increase his stock.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKLast summer, Crystal Palace turned down several offers from Newcastle for defender Marc Guehi.But the centre-back is entering the final year of his contract – and is prepared to run it down to land a dream transfer to Real Madrid or Barcelona.Man City drop Jack Grealish transfer hint as they launch stunning new kit for Club World CupPalace are well aware that Eze has been incredibly professional, staying loyal when Michael Olise left for Bayern Munich and has since established himself as a key figure under Oliver Glasner.But this summer will test chairman Steve Parish’s resolve. More