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      Ex-Liverpool star Daniel Agger is now a tattoo artist and invested in sewers when his career came to an end

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      DANIEL AGGER’S retirement is much like his playing career – mixing dirty work and artistry.Following his premature retirement in 2016, at the age of 31, the former Liverpool hard-man decided to put money into his passion and necessity: tattoos and poop.
      Former Liverpool defender Daniel Agger is now a qualified tattoo artist
      The Danish defender trained to be a tattoo artist and is now part of one of the biggest parlours across the world, called Tattoodo.
      But for Agger that was not it, as he had more money to invest in s***.
      Now 36, Agger launched a company in 2013 called KloAgger, putting £450,000 into a company that manages sewage systems in Denmark.
      So how did they come up with the name? KloAgger translates to ‘Agger toilet’.
      Danish defender Agger has also invested in a sewage companyCredit: Kloagger
      He runs it alongside his brother Marco and a friendCredit: Kloagger
      The name KloAgger translates directly to ‘Toilet Agger’Credit: Kloagger
      Agger’s sewage company is only based in his homeland of DenmarkCredit: Kloagger
      Agger leaves the daily running of the company to his brotherCredit: Kloagger
      Agger is regularly involved with the firm but his younger brother Marco and their friend Rune Rasmussen oversee it day-to-day.
      Inked-up Agger is more interested in the tats.
      He started and finished his career at Danish club Brondby, and it was as a 15-year-old youth player that he got his first work done.
      “I was about 15 and on a school trip to Paris,” Agger said in an interview on Tattoodo’s website.
      The 36-year-old is more into his tattoosCredit: Twitter @danielagger
      Agger got his first tattoo while a 15-year-old boy on a school tripCredit: Action Images
      The former Liverpool centre-back has a vikings graveyard across his backCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Agger signed for Liverpool in 2006, brought in by Rafael BenitezCredit: AFP – Getty
      He won the Community Shield and League Cup during his 12 years at the clubCredit: PA:Press Association
      “It wasn’t something I’d thought about before. Me and a friend went into the shop and said that’s what we’re going to have and we got it. I still have it today.”
      But it’s been added to dramatically, with almost every inch of his body containing a tattoo.
      There’s the viking graveyard across his back, the love hearts on his calves, Latin proverbs all over his body and the names of his family members etched in.
      “I see it as one piece,” Agger, a qualified tattooist, said. “When I speak to people I talk about my tattoo as one piece but obviously every tattoo has a story, some better than others.”
      Agger sees his tattoos as just one big art workCredit: Instagram @danielagger22
      The Dane is a qualified tattoo artist and invested in a big parlour called TattoodoCredit: Instagram @danielagger22
      Agger left Liverpool for Brondby in 2014Credit: PA:Empics Sport
      One of the more recent is the ‘YNWA’ stamped onto his knuckles – the well-known Liverpool acronym for Anfield’s anthem You’ll Never Walk Alone.
      “Timing was quite good,” Agger said. “[There were] a lot of rumours sending me to another club for a lot of money but I knew I was staying.
      “Somehow I wanted to show that to the footballing world and this was a way I wanted to show it.”
      Agger did eventually leave Liverpool in 2014 and spent two years at Brondby before ending his career earlier than expected.
      Back problems throughout his career saw Agger relying on painkillers to see him through, but he believes they were his downfall.
      Agger got YNWA printed onto his knuckles during speculation over his future at LiverpoolCredit: Instagram @danielagger22
      Agger wanted to show that he did not plan to leave Anfield
      He was part of a strong Liverpool side alongside Steven GerrardCredit: Instagram @danielagger22
      Agger retired in 2016 at the age of 31 which he believes was due to painkillersCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd

      “I have taken too many anti-inflammatories in my career,” he told Jyllands-Posten.
      “I know that full well, and it sucks, but I did stop it [in the end]. I am not gaining anything personally from saying this but I can only hope that other athletes do.
      “It could be that others take a pill or two less.”
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      Chelsea hero John Terry’s incredible Ferrari collection worth £4m, from rare £2m Enzo to a 1960s 275 GTB priced at £1.5m

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      JOHN TERRY has fulfilled his childhood dream by owning a garage full of Ferraris worth around £4million.The Chelsea legend loves the Italian brand so much he has several of the classy motors sitting in the garage of his Surrey home.
      John Terry boasts a stellar Ferrari car collection
      From the incredibly rare Ferrari Enzo (only 400 were ever produced) that’s worth a stonking £2m to the sleek, sophisticated 275 GTB that dates back to the 1960s that can be worth as much as £1,5m, Terry, 38, is a Ferrari aficionado.
      And if that’s not enough, his everyday runner is a £170,000 458 Spider.
      FERRARI ENZO – £2m
      In 2013, after lifting the Europa League, he splashed out on the iconic Enzo – originally produced in 2002.
      It was developed using Formula One technology, has a carbon-fibre body, and can reach a top speed of 221 mph.
      The Ferrari Enzo is a limited edition 2003 super car named after its Italian founder.Originally Ferrari only made 399 models but they turned out a 400th for the Pope.I used to go to a showroom in Surrey, they had Enzos, and the Enzo had been my dream car growing up but could never afford it.”John Terry
      Terry’s Enzo was a display car at the 2003 Amsterdam Motor Show and it had 4,163 miles on the clock when the ex-England international bought it.

      Terry admitted in an interview with Petrolicious that he had always had his eyes on one, and wished he’d been able to buy one sooner.
      He said: “I was probably about 20, 21. I used to go to a showroom in Surrey, they had Enzos, and the Enzo had been my dream car growing up but could never afford it.
      “It’s one of those things on the bucket list. Unfortunately, they were a lot cheaper back then as well. Wish I’d have bought one back then.
      “I just loved the look and the limited availability of stuff like the Enzo. Not many on the road, one gets crashed per year as well, so they’re going down.
      “It was an investment as well for the sake of the kids and stuff like that, but just loved to look at the Enzo and the classic cars. I love it.”
      Terry has Ferraris including an Enzo and 275 GTB
      The Ferrari Enzo is said to be worth a staggering £2m
      FERRARI 275 GTB – £1.5m
      If you had money, and you lived in the swinging ’60s, the 275 GTB was one of the best cars on the market.
      And in popular culture the model became iconic when it was bought by ‘King of Cool’ Steve McQueen when he filmed classic movie, Bullitt.
      JT showed of his purchase in 2015 on Instagram, that could’ve cost him anything up to £1.5m.
      The Aston Villa assistant coach bought the car from dealer Tom Hartley Jr, who has helped him build his Ferrari collection over the years.
      “In England. I deal with Tom and he advises me on this stuff,” Terry revealed.
      “I’ve had my eye on a couple of his cars for a few years and just decided to take the plunge (on the 275 GTB). I’ve always appreciated it.”
      And despite being made a long time ago, the 275 GTB is no slouch either.
      It boasts a 0-60 mph time of just over six seconds, which is still faster than most cars today.
      Terry’s Ferrari 275 GTB is a 1960s icon worth around £1.5mCredit: Xposure
      In pop culture the Ferrari 275 GTB was owned by Steve McQueen, who bought one while making BullittCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
      FERRARI 458 SPIDER – £170,000
      It’s not a bad every day runner is it?
      When Terry wants to go to the shops, he often takes his 458 Spider with him, and why not?
      Capable of hitting 0-60 in a staggering 3.3 seconds, it’ll get you where you want to go fast.
      And, of course, it doesn’t cheap with a price tag of around £170,000.
      Other footballers who love the 458 Spider include Mario Balotelli and Arsenal star Mesut Ozil, who all own one.
      Terry invested in the Spider back in 2012, and often travelled to Chelsea’s Cobham training ground in it.
      To zoom to the shops and training, Terry drove a stunning Ferrari 458 SpiderCredit: PA:Press Association
      The Ferrari 458 Spider costs around £170kCredit: Handout
      FERRARI TESTAROSSA – £150,000
      Although he hasn’t shared any images of them on social media, Terry’s Ferrari collection also includes a Testarossa (worth £150k in good nick), as made famous by Tom Selleck in Magnum PI, and a Lusso, that today costs around £200k.
      But Terry doesn’t just confine himself to supercars, and admittedly does like something a little more comfortable from time to time.
      That’s why he’s also been seen over the years driving motors including a Rolls-Royce Wraith (£250k), a Bentley Continental GT (£160k), as well as a special edition gold Range Rover Overfinch (£90k).

      “Range Rover, that’s my day to day with the kids, school run and stuff like that,” Terry revealed
      “I’ve got the Range Rover for the family, and I’ve obviously got my cars that I love, which is the Enzo.”
      When it comes to getting behind the wheel, it’s clear that Terry loves to live life in the fast lane.
      Terry has also been seen in more comfortable cars, like a Bentley Continental GT worth £160kCredit: Matrix
      A custom made gold Range Rover Overfinch is Terry’s family carCredit: Matrix
      In 2014 Terry showed off his £250k Rolls-Royce WraithCredit: Matrix
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      Footballers who are musicians, from Liverpool goalie Alisson on guitar to Leeds star Patrick Bamford playing the violin

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      FOOTBALLERS have a lot of downtime.And some have amazing hobbies – like Cristiano Ronaldo who loves to play bingo and Toni Kroos who is obsessed with darts.
      Meet SunSport’s footballing super band, Gareth Ainsworth on vocals, Alisson and Slaven Bilic on guitar, Alexis Sanchez on keyboard, Petr Cech on drums and Patrick Bamford playing the violin
      But others have picked up a musical instrument and learned how to play – for good or bad is anyone’s guess.
      Here’s some of football’s biggest names who can hold a tune…. allegedly. And we’ve picked them for our very own football super band.
      ALISSON
      Liverpool’s Brazilian goalie is a self-confessed Britpop fan and loves bands like Oasis.
      It inspired him to pick up a guitar and learn a few chords.
      Alisson even sang ‘Don’t Look Back In Anger’ at his initiation for the Reds, the summer he arrived at the club.
      We’ve got him on lead guitar.
      Liverpool goalie Alisson is a Britpop fan who loves Oasis and plays the guitarCredit: Getty
      PETR CECH
      The Czech legend is infamous now for his skills on the drums.
      Cech has posted several videos on YouTube playing along to rock hits, including the Foo Fighters song ‘Best of You’.
      He bought a drum kit in 2011, after playing Guitar Hero at team-mate Carlo Cudicini’s home on the PlayStation, so he gets our vote on the skins.
      Petr Cech bought a drum kit in 2011 and loves playing along to rock classicsCredit: Getty
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      PATRICK BAMFORD
      Cultured Leeds striker Bamford enjoyed a posh upbringing.
      He went to private school, and when he was a youngster learned how to play the violin, as well as the piano.
      Bamford even made fun of his talent replying to a parody account that said he played the cello.
      “I favour the violin actually, old chap. I personally find the cello far too monotonous,” he brilliantly protested.
      For that, giving us a Dexys Midnight Runners theme, Bamford makes the band.
      Leeds star Patrick Bamford is musically talented, can play guitar, piano and the violin

      ALEXIS SANCHEZ
      The Chilean forward has been a skilled pianist for years.
      So, it was no surprise to see him once upon a time propped up next to a piano for his Manchester United transfer announcement video when he signed from Arsenal.
      Better still, he was apparently REALLY playing the Glory Glory Man Utd tune too. Sanchez is on keyboards.
      Alexis Sanchez is a dab hand on the old JoannaCredit: Manchester United FC

      SLAVEN BILIC
      Croatia’s footballing answer to Van Halen, former West Brom boss Bilic loves hard rock.
      He once joined the band Rawbau – a Balkan Foo Fighters – to jam on a single in 2008.
      Flashing tattoos in a black t-shirt and jeans – Bilic looked liked he belonged so he can play rhythm for us.
      Slaven Bilic looks the part of a rock star and is a guitaristCredit: Reuters
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      GARETH AINSWORTH
      The Wycombe manager looks like a rock star with his flowing locks.
      Ainsworth even has his own band, The Cold Blooded Hearts who often perform local gigs doing covers.
      Back in November, the former QPR star teamed up with Wills & The Willing and released a Christmas single with any money made donated to dementia charities. Cech joined them on drums.
      He’s our frontman.
      Gareth Ainsworth is the frontman for his band The Cold Blooded HeartsCredit: Prime Media
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      NOBBY SOLANO
      The Newcastle wideman was a modest lad, and not one for blowing his own trumpet. But, he literally did when he got home.
      One time, he reportedly even picked up the phone to then-boss Bobby Robson and played him a tune.
      “I don’t think Bobby Robson was so keen on me playing my trumpet,” he once told FourFourTwo magazine.
      “He didn’t know about it when he first took over as manager, but he soon found out when I rang him up one night and played down the phone to him. I’m not sure he was too amused.”
      He can beef up our brass section, when needed.
      The late Newcastle manager Bobby Robson wasn’t a fan of Peru legend Nobby Solano’s trumpet soundCredit: Keith Perry
      HODDLE AND WADDLE
      If we needed backing vocalists for Ainsworth, Glenn Hoddle and Chris Waddle would be our Pepsi & Shirlie.
      In 1987, they famously released their debut single, ‘Diamond Lights’ which reached No12 in the UK pop charts.

      Waddle, who played in a European Cup final, later recalled appearing on Top of the Pops as “the most nerve-racking thing [he’d] ever done”.
      They promptly followed ‘Diamond Lights’ up with a second single, ‘It’s Goodbye’.
      And it was from them, coming in at 92, and seemingly ending their short-lived pop career.
      Diamond Lights reached No12 in the UK pop charts before Glenn & Chris decided to concentrate on their football careersCredit: Jon Bond -The Sun
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      Real Madrid’s failed youngsters include Man Utd star Mata, Barcelona legend Eto’o and Liverpool midfield ace Fabinho

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      RIGHT now, the focus for Real Madrid is on youth.Los Blancos transfer policy in recent seasons has been to build for the future – assembling a crop of the finest young talents that one day might give them sustained glory for years to come.
      Samuel Eto’o was one of many young players that slipped through the net at Real MadridCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      But, there’s a flip side to that strategy.
      These nine youngsters failed to make the grade at the Santiago Bernabeu, after offering so much promise early on.
      And in this lot there’s a Barcelona legend, Tottenham flop, a Premier League winner at Liverpool and a current first team star at Manchester United – who kicks us off.JUAN MATA
      It was at Valencia where Mata made his name, before moving to the Premier League with Chelsea and then on to the Red Devils.
      Originally a Real Oviedo youth product, Los Blancos pounced on the attacking midfielder when he was 15.
      He played his way through the youth ranks to the second string, where he scored ten goals in a team that was relegated from the Spanish second division.
      Mata had a release clause in the final year of his contract that allowed him to talk to other clubs – and in 2007 he moved to Valencia.
      Juan Mata joined Real Madrid aged 15Credit: PA:Press Association
      Mata left in 2007 for Valencia because he didn’t get a chanceCredit: PA:Press Association
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      SAMUEL ETO’O
      Here’s one that Real Madrid would’ve kicked themselves that it didn’t work out, especially given his record for their LaLiga rivals Barca.
      Cameroon legend Eto’o, now part-time singer, was on their books as a 16-year-old after moving from Kadji Sports Academy in his homeland.
      He found his path to the first team blocked by the likes of Raul, Fernando Morientes and Ronaldo ahead of him in the pecking order.
      Restricted to just seven appearances, where he failed to hit the back of the net, he moved to Mallorca permanently in 2000.
      Eto’o was on Real Madrid’s books as a 16-year-oldCredit: AFP – Getty
      Behind Raul and Ronaldo in the pecking order Eto’o was restricted to just seven appearances for the clubCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      FABINHO
      Liverpool’s Brazilian midfielder was once on the books at Real Madrid.
      At 18, he was bought from Fluminense and given time to blossom in a B team that featured the likes of Alvaro Morata, Casemiro and Lucas Vazquez.
      Then-manager Jose Mourinho gave Fabinho his debut for Real in 2013 – in a 6-2 rout of Malaga.
      But when the Portuguese boss left he was loaned out to Monaco, before signing for the French club permanently.
      Fabinho was brought to Real Madrid at 18 by Jose MourinhoCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      MARCOS ALONSO
      Chelsea left-back Alonso was born in Madrid and joined La Fabrica as a kid.
      He rose through the youth ranks, before he was handed his debut by Manuel Pellegrini in 2010.
      But with chances hard to come by, Alonso moved to England – signing for Bolton Wanderers that same year.
      He was sold to Fiorentina, also enjoying a loan spell at Sunderland, and then joined the Blues.
      Marcos Alonso spent seven years at Real Madrid
      Marcos Alonso joined Bolton Wanderers from Real Madrid after failing to make the grade thereCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      ROBERTO SOLDADO
      Born in Valencia, who he would later go on to star for, Soldado joined Real Madrid at 15.
      The striker was prolific for Real Madrid’s B team – scoring 63 goals in 120 games, but he couldn’t replicate that form in the first team.
      He played just 19 times in the four years he was there – finding the net four times until he was sold by Fabio Capello.
      Soldado would famously turn up at Spurs for £26million – and flop miserably.
      Roberto Soldado was prolific for Real Madrid’s B teamCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Soldado couldn’t replicate that form with the first teamCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      ALVARO NEGREDO
      The former Manchester City striker started his career at Rayo Vallecano and moved to Real Madrid Castilla in 2005.
      He managed to impress then boss Capello and was called up to a few games in the Copa Del Rey, but was an unused substitute.
      Negredo was sold to Almeria with an option for Real Madrid to buy him back, and after 32 goals in two seasons they did just that – but guess what?
      He never got a game then either and joined Sevilla the same year.
      Before Alvaro Negredo signed for Man City, he was a Real Madrid youngsterCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      SANTIAGO CANIZARES
      Canizares went on to become a Valencia legend, representing Spain 46 times between 1993-2006.
      But before he found fame elsewhere, he was guarding the sticks with Real Madrid C from 1988.
      The 5ft 11in stopper was loaned out three times, most memorably to Celta Vigo – where he gained La Liga experience.
      However, he was unable to dislodge German World Cup-winner Bodo Illgner as No1 and was eventually sold to Valencia in 1998 – after spending 13 years with the club.
      Santiago Canizares played understudy to Bodo Illgner until he was sold to ValenciaCredit: PA:Empics Sport
      JOSELU
      Newcastle and Stoke fans will be familiar with the Spanish centre forward, who struggled to find any sort of rhythm in front of goal in English football.
      But in Spain he was a goalscoring machine at youth level, initially with Celta, before Real Madrid swooped when he was 18.
      For Real’s B team he scored 40 goals in 72 games – beating Alvaro Morata to top scorer in the 2010-11 season.
      With Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema blocking his path for the first team, he moved to Hoffenheim in 2012.
      Joselu was a goalscoring phenomenon at youth levelCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      JACK HARPER
      Compared to Robin Van Persie and labelled a wonderkid by his coaches, Harper was born in Malaga to Scottish parents and touted as the next big thing.
      He signed for Real Madrid on an initial 12-month contract at the age of 13 – living at the club’s training ground.
      Three years later he was handed a five-year contract, which was extended by another two years in 2014.
      However, after the club said they wanted to loan him out when he was 18 – he decided to leave, joining Brighton.
      There, he suffered a knee injury that kept him out of the game for six months.
      He’s currently on the books of Getafe.
      Scottish star Jack Harper was labelled a wonderkid by Real Madrid coachesCredit: Getty Images – Getty
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      PSG star Neymar’s amazing string of ex-girlfriends, from the mother of his son Davi to stunning model Natalia Barulich

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      AS Neymar’s stock has risen in the game, the Brazilian has been linked with the most glamorous women in the world.The PSG ace, 29, in action against Manchester City in the Champions League on Wednesday night, has attracted plenty of admirers on the pitch.
      Ladies man Neymar has been linked with beautiful women around the globeCredit: Instagram @candantas
      Brazilian actress Bruna Marquezine is one of the many stunning women who has dated the PSG aceCredit: C&A
      But off it, the Brazilian is just as an attractive proposition for the opposite sex.
      Through the years, the former Barcelona forward has dated these stunners.
      From the mother of his son to his most recent ex, SunSport delves into Neymar’s love life.
      CAROLINA DANTAS
      Now a social media personality, Carolina was Neymar’s first love.
      The pair dated when Neymar was a rising star at Santos from 2010-11, but their romance last just a year.
      However, Carolina welcomed his only child, Davi, after they split.
      Despite splitting, the two are firm friends and raise their son together.
      Carolina Dantas was Neymar’s first public girlfriendCredit: Instagram
      Neymar dated Dantas for a yearCredit: Instagram @candantas
      The pair share son Davi togetherCredit: Instagram @candantas
      BARBARA EVANS
      After splitting with Carolina, Neymar embarked on a short relationship with Playboy cover model Evans.
      It lasted just a month or two, before they parted ways.
      After meeting Neymar, Evans became famous in her native Brazil – appearing on a number of reality TV shows.
      After breaking up with Dantas, Neymar moved on with Barbara EvansCredit: Instagram @barbaraevans22
      Evans was a Playboy cover girl and became a reality TV star after her reported fling with NeymarCredit: Instagram @barbaraevans22
      PATRICIA JORDANE
      If ever Neymar was ever going for a type from here on in, then certainly Patricia could have been one.
      In 2013, he reportedly dated another Playboy model – this time it was this beautiful brunette.
      She even posed on the front cover of the magazine with the headline ‘The brunette that enchanted Neymar’ – saying her and the footballer were an item.
      However, Neymar denied the claim, took Playboy to court over use of his name and defamation, and the publication was quickly suspended.
      In 2013, Playboy model Patricia Jordane claimed she had an affair with NeymarCredit: Instagram @paty
      Neymar denied claims that he had a romance with PatriciaCredit: Instagram @paty
      Jordane appeared on a Playboy cover with the headline ‘The brunette who enchanted Neymar’Credit: Instagram @paty
      BRUNA MARQUEZINE
      In the Brazilian press, Neymar and Bruna were the golden couple.
      But, in truth, it was an impossible relationship. They were on/off for the best part of five years between 2012 and 2017.
      They met at the Rio Carnival and immediately hit it off, but couldn’t sustain a romance.
      Some blamed the distance between Neymar and the actress, there were unfounded allegations of affairs, and even a different political stance. But Bruna denied this, revealing they had just run their course.
      Bruna Marquezine was Neymar’s most famous ex-girlfriendCredit: Refer to Caption
      Gorgeous Bruna is an actress in her native BrazilCredit: Instagram @brunamarquezine
      Neymar and Bruna were the glam couple of BrazilCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Their on/off romance finally ended in 2017Credit: AFP or licensors
      LARYSSA OLIVEIRA
      In 2013, social media star Laryssa went on Brazilian TV and revealed she had a three-month romance with Neymar, while he was seeing Bruna.
      She claimed he paid for her to fly to Barcelona, where she spent three days with the star.
      Photos of the pair were leaked in the Spanish press, but Neymar said the pair were just friends.
      Neymar filed a lawsuit against Laryssa denying the claim.
      Laryssa Oliveira went on Brazilian TV and alleged she had a romance with Neymar when he was seeing BrunaCredit: Instagram
      Neymar filed a lawsuit against Laryssa saying the claims were untrueCredit: Instagram @laryssaoliveira
      GABRIELLA LENZI
      Just ahead of the 2014 World Cup, Neymar had got himself a new love interest.
      This time, he was willing to shout about it. He shared selfies with the supermodel on social media and appeared smitten.
      They were last seen together in Ibiza after Brazil were thrashed by Germany.
      Lenzi has never confirmed they were an item.
      Months before the 2014 World Cup, Neymar was spotted with model Gabriella LenziCredit: Instagram @gabriellalenzi
      Lenzi and Neymar were seen together partying in IbizaCredit: Instagram @gabriellalenzi
      SORAJA VUCELIC
      Neymar was seen again in Ibiza enjoying the local scene later that year.
      And this time, he was with another beauty – former Serbian Playboy’s Playmate of the Year, Soraja.
      As well as modelling, she finished psychology at the University of Belgrade Faculty of Philosophy.
      He reportedly sent his private jet to pick her up and bring her to Spain to meet again months later.
      Soraja Vucelic was another beauty spied having fun with Neymar in IbizaCredit: Instagram @sorajavucelic
      Vucelic is a Serbian model, who was a former Serbian Playboy Playmate of the YearCredit: Instagram @sorajavucelic
      JHENNY ANDRADE
      In 2015, UFC Octagon beauty Jhenny and Neymar kicked up a storm at a party on New Year’s Eve as we saw them for the first time as a couple.
      They were labelled the ‘Ken and Barbie’ of the football world for the brief minute they were together.
      Andrade would later be seen at two his games, including one against Real Betis where he slipped and missed a penalty!
      Neymar and Jhenny Andrade partied up a storm on New Year’s Eve in 2015Credit: Instagram @jhenny
      Andrade is normally seen in the Octagon at the UFCCredit: Getty – Contributor
      CAROLINE CAPUTO
      Come 2017 and Neymar was reportedly seeing someone else.
      This time it was supermodel Caputo, who a Brazilian magazine claim was spied spending time with the football ace while he was on holiday in his homeland.
      Again, a romance wasn’t confirmed – which leaves this one a mystery.
      Soon after, Neymar signed for PSG.
      In 2017, Neymar was linked to model Caroline Caputo but the pair never confirmed a romanceCredit: Instagram @caputocaroline
      NATALIA BARULICH
      His most recent ex, Natalia is another stunning model who met the forward at his lavish birthday party in 2020.
      She later posted a photograph of them together as she wished him a happy birthday.
      The model wrote: “Everyone knows how extraordinarily talented you are, but if they could only see how real & beautiful you are inside your heart.

      “You have all my respect and honour bebe.”
      She reportedly dated Colombian singer Maluma before Neymar, which his team-mates reportedly ribbed him about.
      But it didn’t work out, and Neymar is now reportedly enjoying the single life.
      Natalia Barulich was Neymar’s last reported girlfriendCredit: Instagram @natalia
      The pair made their romance official on Instagram
      Beautiful Natalia is also a modelCredit: Instagram @natalia
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      Man Utd flop Di Maria out for revenge on English football after nightmare spell when PSG face Man City

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      MANCHESTER was not a happy time in either the life or the career of Angel Di Maria.He was, of course, in the red of United. But now he stands between the sky blue of City and their dreams of reaching a debut Champions League final.
      Angel Di Maria has a point to prove when he faces off against Man City in the Champions LeagueCredit: Getty
      Di Maria, meanwhile, has pedigree in the tournament. He was a key part of the Real Madrid side that won the trophy in 2014.
      And last year he came close to saving Paris Saint Germain in their first ever final, putting centre back Marquinhos clean through on goal when PSG were a goal down to Bayern Munich.
      Manuel Neuer blocked that one and Bayern held on to win. Earlier this month Di Maria gained revenge on Bayern in this year’s quarter finals. Now comes his moment to gain revenge on English football.
      His relationship with England in general, and with then-United coach Louis Van Gaal specifically, was not a happy one. The 33 year old Argentine is entitled to the view that he was not treated with due respect.
      Pundit and former star Graeme Souness, for example, criticised the end product of his solo bursts – an argument easily dismissed by the fact that Di Maria was the king of the assists in last year’s Champions League.
      Souness went further, dismissing Di Maria as `a kidder.` The former Liverpool maestro, is, of course, fully entitled to his view.
      But this one seems strangely perverse. It is surely absurd to believe that a kidder could have survived at the top level for so long, accumulating league titles in Portugal, Spain and France.
      It would mean that Di Maria has been able to deceive a lot of quality people, including those who have been playing against him.
      Di Maria struggled to get to the grips with the English gameCredit: Dave Pinegar – The Sun
      A strained relationship with Louis Van Gaal didn’t help Di Maria’s causeCredit: Getty – Contributor
      As well as his many achievements at club level, Di Maria has also had a considerable influence for Argentina – and especially on the career of Lionel Messi.
      The biggest title that Messi can boast for his country is the 2008 Olympic gold medal, when Di Maria raced away to score the only goal of the final against Nigeria.
      A few years later came those three finals lost in quick succession – the 1-0 defeat to Germany in the 2014 World Cup, and then losses to Chile after a penalty shoot out in the finals of the Copa America in both 2015 and 16.
      Every time, the absence of Di Maria was crucial. In 2014 he scored the late goal that won the second round match against Switzerland, helped set up the only goal of the quarter final against Belgium, scored early by Gonzalo Higuain.
      Soon afterwards he pulled up with a muscle injury and limped out of the competition. Argentina did not score another goal in the World Cup.
      He limped out of the 2015 Copa in Argentina’s second game, and lasted less than an hour of the 2016 final before the injury curse struck once more.
      The simple conclusion is that Messi has been most effective for Argentina when Di Maria has been on the field, opening up the pitch with his pace, closing down spaces with his spirit of sacrifice.

      Lionel Messi has been at his best for Argentina thanks to Angel Di MariaCredit: AFP

      This perhaps sheds light on one of the striking characteristics of Angel Di Maria – an absence of ego.
      He seems happy to do whatever the team needs, to operate as part of the supporting cast, be it to Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo or Neymar and Kylian Mbappe.
      He may be one of the most under-rated players of recent times – and Manchester City will under-estimate him at their peril.
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