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      Chelsea star Cole Palmer rocks up at McDonald’s drive-through but fans joke ‘they don’t do chippy chips’

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      COLE PALMER rocked up to McDonald’s for a spot of dinner during the international break after missing England’s double win under Lee Carsley.Chelsea star Palmer withdrew from the latest Three Lions squad after picking up a knock to his knee in the 1-1 draw against Manchester United this month.Cole Palmer enjoyed a cheeky trip to a McDonald’s during the international breakCredit: XHe missed England’s wins after picking up a knee knock with ChelseaCredit: GettyPalmer pulled through to play all 90 minutes in the 1-1 stalemate with Arsenal a week later.But he opted to miss England’s wins over Greece and the Republic of Ireland to properly recover for Saturday’s trip to Leicester.And while regaining his strength, Palmer decided to treat himself with a late-night trip to Maccies.A picture shared on social media showed Palmer in the driver’s seat of a silver car which had pulled up to a drive-through window.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Chelsea star was all smiles as he looked at the camera, which was being held from inside the McDonald’s.And on either side of the open window stood two workers who posed performing Palmer’s trademark ‘cold’ celebration.Palmer’s impromptu trip for a cheeky meal went down well with fans, although one warned the forward he would not be getting his hands on his favourite “chippy chips”.The supporter said: “They don’t do chippy chips.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnother declared: “It’s too cold in here.”One noted: “Mc Chippy Chip.”Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca comments on Cole Palmer injury after draw with Arsenal Another added: “The influence is crazy.”Palmer enjoyed an incredible debut season with Chelsea last term following a move from Man City.He scored 22 goals and assisted 11 more in 34 games under former boss Mauricio Pochettino.And Palmer is looking just as sharp with Enzo Maresca, helping himself to seven goals and five assists in 11 outings in the new campaign.His form is likely to have resulted in a few of his favourite post-match Chinese dinners, which includes the legendary “chippy chips.”Palmer previously said: “(Favourite post-match meal?) Chinese, salt-and-pepper chicken, rice. Not salt-and-pepper chips, too much.“You know chippy chips? They have to be them chips or you don’t get them. Curry sauce, noodles.” More

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      Spain vs Switzerland: Get £60 in football free bets and bonuses with William Hill

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      SPAIN are looking to conclude League A4 of the Nations League in style with victory over winless Switzerland in Tenerife.And brand new William Hill customers who register an account and stake a tenner on tonight’s fixture will be rewarded with a colossal £60 in free bets and bonuses to spend on football!Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereSpain vs Switzerland: Claim your £60 bonus – click here*How to claim..William Hill £60 bonusVisit the William Hill website on your mobile device HERE*Register a new account and deposit a minimum of £10 using the Promo Code: T60Place a bet of at least £10 from your main balance on football on the William Hill Sportsbook at odds of 1/2 or greaterAfter settlement – win or lose – William Hill will credit your account with £60 in free bets and bonusesWilliam Hill: Claim your £60 bonus – click here*Spain vs Switzerland: Claim your £60 bonus – click here*Not got a William Hill account? No problem!It’s really easy to register an account and you can get your hands on that generous £60 in free bets and bonuses to spend on the footy!Simply register a new account and deposit a minimum of £10 using the Promo Code: T60After that, stake at least £10 from your main balance on football on the William Hill Sportsbook at odds of 1/2 or greater.After settlement — win or lose — William Hill will credit your account with £60 in free bets and bonuses to spend on football and in the casino!Spain vs Switzerland: Claim your £60 bonus – click here*Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk*18+. Play Safe. New players only, using promo code T60. Valid from 13/04/2022. Online play. Get £60 Bonus split between Vegas & Sports in the following manner – (i) Deposit £10 to unlock £20 Vegas Free Bet on Selected Games (72hr expiry, wagering reqs apply); then (ii) bet £10+ (odds 1/2+) with cash (excl. £10 deposit) or Vegas winnings (after wager reqs met). Once settled, receive £40 Sports Free Bets excluding Virtual Markets (4x £10, 7 days expiry). Payment methods & country restrictions apply. Full T&Cs apply. More

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      Get £50 in free bets for Croatia vs Portugal in Nations League with Betfred

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      PORTUGAL have already wrapped up top spot in Group 1A so will have a new-look side in place when travelling to Croatia this evening.New customers who register a brand new Betfred account and stake £10 on the Euro clash will be rewarded with £50 in free football bets!Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereCroatia vs Portugal: Get your £50 in free bets – Claim here*Get £50 in free bets for Croatia vs Portugal in Nations League with BetfredNew to Betfred? You’re in luck! YOU are eligible to claim this spectacular football offer!Simply register a brand new account with Betfred HERE* using the Promo Code: BETFRED50 and deposit a minimum of £10 using a debit card.Once that’s done and dusted, stake a tenner on any qualifying sports market at odds of Evens or greater.After that, you’ll receive the following free bets and bonuses;3 x £10 to use on any Sportsbook Markets2 x £10 to use on Accumulators (4+ selections)Croatia vs Portugal: Get your £50 in free bets – Claim here*How to claim..Betfred welcome offerVisit the Betfred website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: BETFRED50Deposit £10 using a Debit CardPlace your first bet of £10 or more on any qualifying Sportsbook markets, at odds of Evens or greaterOnce that bet has settled, Betfred will credit your account with £50 in Free BetsBetfred: Get your £50 in free bets – Claim here*Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.begambleaware.orgFor help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites.*New customers only. Register with BETFRED50. Deposit £10+ via Debit Card and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. T&Cs apply. More

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      Grealish and Bellingham fire dig at Southgate as they thank Carsley for ‘bringing back enjoyment in England shirt’

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      JACK GREALISH and Jude Bellingham appear to have fired subtle digs at Gareth Southgate.Grealish, who was forced to pull out of the most recent England camp through injury, took to Instagram to thank Lee Carsley for his time as interim manager.Jack Grealish appeared to fire a dig towards Gareth SouthgateCredit: The TimesGrealish thanked Lee Carsley in an Instagram postCredit: Instagram/@jackgrealishJude Bellingham also appeared to aim a subtle poke at SouthgateCredit: RexCarsley’s final game ended in an emphatic 5-0 win over Ireland at Wembley, with four goalscorers netting for the national team for the first time.However, the Manchester City star’s 19-word statement could be seen as taking a poke at former Three Lions manager Southgate.Taking to social media, Grealish quoted an England post thanking Carsley.The 29-year-old, who was handed his national team debut by Southgate in 2020, then said: “What a guy and manager!READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Absolute legend and thank you for bringing back the enjoyment in an England shirt.”Real Madrid star Bellingham also had some cryptic words in his own tribute post to Carsley.Bellingham, who got two assists against Ireland, said: “Huge thanks to Lee and his staff for their work in these last few camps.”Got my smile back in an England shirt, very grateful.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOf course, there is every chance these comments come from the feelings of losing the Euro 2024 final, which was Southgate’s last game in charge before stepping down.Carsley, 50, will resume his post at the helm of the England Under-21s with Thomas Tuchel taking charge of the senior team from 2025.Roy Keane fires cheeky warning to future son-in-law Harwood-Bellis live on ITV Paying tribute, FA CEO Mark Bullingham said: “I would like to thank Lee Carsley and his coaching team for their hard work and results in the last six games.”Lee has achieved the main objective from the six fixtures this autumn: securing promotion back to the top tier of the Nations League. “He has selected some exciting new players and will be providing Thomas Tuchel and Anthony Barry with a very detailed handover as they start work on our qualifying campaign for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.”The players have really enjoyed working with Lee and his team – they have made a real impact in their interim roles. “Lee will now return to the Under-21s and will continue to play a vital role supporting the seniors by developing England’s best young players.”His leadership and coaching gives us the best possible chance of back-to-back U21 EURO wins next summer, and he will continue to play a big part in elite football development across the FA.”In all, Carsley won five of the six games he was in charge of, which saw the Three Lions win their Uefa Nations League group and earn promotion back to the top level of the competition.England ratings vs IrelandEngland’s newbies put on a five-star second half performance to hammer ten-man Ireland.No fewer than four young Lions bagged their first international goal during the 5-0 win.Here’s how SunSport’s Tom Barclay rated the England stars at Wembley.Jordan Pickford: 6Matched the great Gordon Banks by reaching 73 caps. But the Everton stopper was pretty much a spectator as Ireland showed little ambition in attack.Tino Livramento: 7Became the seventh player across Carsley’s three England camps to be handed a debut. It was his cross which caused panic in the Irish defence, allowing Gordon to volley home his first England goal. Kyle Walker: 6Played at centre-back in back four for his 93rd cap. Headed an early chance over, had a couple of scares before the break before being withdrawn just after the hour when the game was up for the visitors.Marc Guehi: 7Was a little clumsy with a challenge on Evan Ferguson inside the box before the break, but nothing was given. Set up a first England goal for his best mate Gallagher with a flick-on from a corner during the goal blitz at the start of the second half.Lewis Hall: 7Admitted to nerves before his debut on Thursday but did not seem to have any here on his first start, playing alongside his Newcastle colleagues Livramento and Gordon. Could this be the start of a long England career for one of our few natural left-backs?Conor Gallagher: 8Was given the nod ahead of Angel Gomes for the second successive game and capped it with his first England goal by poking home Guehi’s flick just before the hour. England’s confidence at that point was summed up by Gallagher attempting a rabona.Curtis Jones: 7Tidy, if not hitting the heights of his magnificent debut three days earlier. But overall, another success story of the brief Carsley era which has given Thomas Tuchel plenty more options to consider.Noni Madueke: 7His final ball was not quite there compared to his man-of-the-match performance in Athens. But the Chelsea man still caused Ireland all manner of problems with the explosive way he runs at opponents.Jude Bellingham: 9 STAR MANEffectively had three assists as he won the penalty for Harry Kane’s opener – which led to Scales being sent off – and teed up goals for subs Bowen and Harwood-Bellis. A brilliant display from the Real Madrid superstar. How lucky we are to have him. Anthony Gordon: 7Lovely volley for his first England goal and you could see how much it meant to him with his celebration. Caused Ireland issues with his direct running in a promising display.Harry Kane: 7A ponderous first half led to genuine questions over his suitability to this team… but then he showed why he is still the man with a stunning ball to Bellingham in the build-up to the opener.Stuck away the resulting penalty when Bellingham was tripped for his 69th England goal.SUBS:Taylor Harwood-Bellis (on for Walker, 62): 8Followed up Jones’ feat in Greece of netting on his England debut as he brilliantly headed home Bellingham’s fine cross to make it five.Morgan Rogers (on for Gordon, 74): 7Looked confident when coming on and ready to cause more misery against the tired ten men of Ireland. Would have had an assist had Jarrod Bowen put away his cutback.Dominic Solanke (on for Gallagher, 74): 6Almost diverted in his first England goal from fellow sub Bowen’s cross but was beaten to it, just, by the defender.Jarrod Bowen (on for Madueke, 74): 8Crashed home his first England goal with his first touch, seconds after coming on, to make it 4-0.Angel Gomes (on for Jones, 79): 6Tidied up and looked comfortable again in possession. Booked. More

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      Arsenal ‘eye sporting director who discovered Kylian Mbappe to replace Edu’ following Nottingham Forest move

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      ARSENAL are reportedly lining up a swoop for Luis Campos as their new sporting director.The Gunners have a role to fill upstairs following the shock departure of club legend Edu Gaspar.Arsenal are eyeing PSG’s Luis Campos as their new sporting directorCredit: RexThe Gunners were left rocked by the shock departure of Edu GasparCredit: GettyThe Invincibles title winner helped transform Mikel Arteta’s side into title contenders.But he stunned Arsenal by announcing his exit earlier this month to take up a position as chief executive of Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis’ footballing empire.The Gunners now lack a driving spark in the transfer market.And with Arteta’s men already nine points behind league leaders Liverpool, January reinforcements may be needed.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSky Sports claims a number of names are under consideration, including Bayer Leverkusen’s Simon Rolfes and ex-Real Sociedad man Roberto Olabe.But at the top of Arsenal’s list is none other than Paris Saint-Germain chief Campos.The Portuguese scout supremo currently has the title of ‘Football Advisor’ at PSG.Campos joined the French champs in 2022, two years after leaving Lille, while still working as an external advisor with Spanish side Celta Vigo.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnd he has overseen a whopping £640million-worth of spending in five transfer windows, bringing in stars like Vitinha, Ousmane Dembele and Randal Kolo Muani.Before PSG, Celta and Lille, where he signed Victor Osimhen, Campos made his name as sporting director at Monaco between 2013 and 2016.Former Arsenal star Nicolas Pepe pictured on night out with porn star Teanna Trump after cryptic relationship hintsLuis Campos’ most notable transfersMonacoKylian MbappeRadamel FalcaoJames RodriguezAnthony MartialRicardo CarvalhoDimitar BerbatovBernardo SilvaTiemoue BakayokoThomas LemarLilleNicolas PepeRafael LeaoJose FonteVictor OsimhenRenato SanchesJonathan DavidSven BotmanAngel GomesPSGNuno MendesFabian RuizRandal Kolo MuaniManuel UgarteOusmane DembeleLucas HernandezXavi SimonsBradley BarcolaJoao NevesIn that time he helped them sign huge names like Bernardo Silva, Radamel Falcao and James Rodriguez.And a year after Campos left, Monaco stormed to the Ligue 1 title with a team full of his signings also including Fabinho, Tiemoue Bakayoko and Thomas Lemar.Campos was also in charge when a certain Kylian Mbappe first joined Monaco’s academy in the summer of 2013.And Arsenal could now be the next stop on his footballing journey.Campos’ contract at Paris Saint-Germain expires in 2025, and there have so far been no talks to keep him in the French capital beyond that.It remains to be seen whether Arsenal, should they decide Campos is indeed their man, move now or wait until the end of the season.But it’s understood they are in no rush to appoint Edu’s successor, with his No2 Jason Ayto and head of recruitment James Ellis currently tiding things over.Edu’s 35 signings rankedEDU oversaw the arrival of 35 players during his time at the club.Some worked out better than others.Here, SunSport ranks them from worst to best…35. Nicolas Pepe (£72m)34. Willian (Free)33. David Luiz (£8m)32. Runar Alex Runarsson (£2m)31. Mat Ryan (Loan)30. Fabio Vieira (£34m)29. Neto (Loan)28. Marquinhos (£3m)27. Nuno Tavares (£8m)26. Matt Turner (£5m)25. Cedric Soares (Free)24. Albert Sambi Lokonga (£17m)23. Pablo Mari (£5m)22. Dani Ceballos (Loan)21. Raheem Sterling (Loan)20. Jakub Kiwior (£17m)19. Jorginho (£12m)18. Riccardo Calafiori (£42m)17. Kieran Tierney (£25m)16. Takehiro Tomiyasu (£20m)15. Mikel Merino (£28m)14. Aaron Ramsdale (£24m)13. Oleksandr Zinchenko (£30m)12. Gabriel Jesus (£45m)11. Kai Havertz (£65m)10. Jurrien Timber (£38m)9. Gabriel Martinelli (£6m)8. David Raya (£27m)7. Leandro Trossard (£20m)6. Thomas Partey (£45m)5. Ben White (£50m)4. Gabriel Magalhaes (£27m)3. Declan Rice (£105m)2. William Saliba (£27m)1. Martin Odegaard (£30m)Click here to read more Arsenal stories. More

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      ‘Things can change very quickly in my household’ – Roy Keane fires warning to future son-in-law Taylor Harwood-Bellis

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      ROY KEANE fired a warning to his future son-in-law after he scored for England against Ireland on Sunday.Taylor Harwood-Bellis, who recently got engaged to Keane’s daughter, Leah, made his Three Lions debut against Ireland at the weekend.Taylor Harwood-Bellis scored his first England goal at the weekendCredit: GettyKeane joked the defender’s engagement to his daughter is ‘not done and dusted’Credit: GettyHarwood-Bellis is engaged to Keane’s daughter, LeahCredit: officialkeane16 / InstagramAfter being introduced as a substitute in the 62nd minute, the centre-back scored his first senior international goal to make it 5-0 to England.Ex-Ireland captain Keane was watching on from the ITV studio while on duty as a pundit.And he did not hesitate to comment on the Southampton ace.Asked by presenter Mark Pougatch about Harwood-Bellis joining his family, Keane joked: “It’s not done and dusted yet, things can change really quickly in the Keane household.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHis comment left fellow pundit Ian Wright in stitches.The Manchester United legend continued: “It’s nice for him, it’s good for him to make his debut.”He is a really kid good and his family have done a great job.”On Harwood-Bellis’ game, Keane added: “He has got a goal threat.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”Over the last few months, he has showed he has got a goal in him for Southampton.”England went on to win 5-0 thanks to additional goals from Harry Kane, Anthony Gordon, Conor Gallagher and Jarrod Bowen.Roy Keane in heartfelt tribute to future son-in-law Taylor Harwood-Bellis after ‘bittersweet’ England goal vs Ireland_1The result saw the Three Lions earn a promotion in the Nations League.They will now compete in League A.England ratings vs IrelandEngland’s newbies put on a five-star second half performance to hammer ten-man Ireland.No fewer than four young Lions bagged their first international goal during the 5-0 win.Here’s how SunSport’s Tom Barclay rated the England stars at Wembley.Jordan Pickford: 6Matched the great Gordon Banks by reaching 73 caps. But the Everton stopper was pretty much a spectator as Ireland showed little ambition in attack.Tino Livramento: 7Became the seventh player across Carsley’s three England camps to be handed a debut. It was his cross which caused panic in the Irish defence, allowing Gordon to volley home his first England goal. Kyle Walker: 6Played at centre-back in back four for his 93rd cap. Headed an early chance over, had a couple of scares before the break before being withdrawn just after the hour when the game was up for the visitors.Marc Guehi: 7Was a little clumsy with a challenge on Evan Ferguson inside the box before the break, but nothing was given. Set up a first England goal for his best mate Gallagher with a flick-on from a corner during the goal blitz at the start of the second half.Lewis Hall: 7Admitted to nerves before his debut on Thursday but did not seem to have any here on his first start, playing alongside his Newcastle colleagues Livramento and Gordon. Could this be the start of a long England career for one of our few natural left-backs?Conor Gallagher: 8Was given the nod ahead of Angel Gomes for the second successive game and capped it with his first England goal by poking home Guehi’s flick just before the hour. England’s confidence at that point was summed up by Gallagher attempting a rabona.Curtis Jones: 7Tidy, if not hitting the heights of his magnificent debut three days earlier. But overall, another success story of the brief Carsley era which has given Thomas Tuchel plenty more options to consider.Noni Madueke: 7His final ball was not quite there compared to his man-of-the-match performance in Athens. But the Chelsea man still caused Ireland all manner of problems with the explosive way he runs at opponents.Jude Bellingham: 9 STAR MANEffectively had three assists as he won the penalty for Harry Kane’s opener – which led to Scales being sent off – and teed up goals for subs Bowen and Harwood-Bellis. A brilliant display from the Real Madrid superstar. How lucky we are to have him. Anthony Gordon: 7Lovely volley for his first England goal and you could see how much it meant to him with his celebration. Caused Ireland issues with his direct running in a promising display.Harry Kane: 7A ponderous first half led to genuine questions over his suitability to this team… but then he showed why he is still the man with a stunning ball to Bellingham in the build-up to the opener.Stuck away the resulting penalty when Bellingham was tripped for his 69th England goal.SUBS:Taylor Harwood-Bellis (on for Walker, 62): 8Followed up Jones’ feat in Greece of netting on his England debut as he brilliantly headed home Bellingham’s fine cross to make it five.Morgan Rogers (on for Gordon, 74): 7Looked confident when coming on and ready to cause more misery against the tired ten men of Ireland. Would have had an assist had Jarrod Bowen put away his cutback.Dominic Solanke (on for Gallagher, 74): 6Almost diverted in his first England goal from fellow sub Bowen’s cross but was beaten to it, just, by the defender.Jarrod Bowen (on for Madueke, 74): 8Crashed home his first England goal with his first touch, seconds after coming on, to make it 4-0.Angel Gomes (on for Jones, 79): 6Tidied up and looked comfortable again in possession. Booked. More

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      Man Utd ‘ready to make £33m transfer offer for Sporting wonderkid Geovany Quenda, 17, who terrorised Man City’

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      GEOVANY QUENDA could be in line to follow Ruben Amorim to Manchester United according to reports. The Sporting Lisbon teenager was one of the stars who impressed when the Portuguese side beat Manchester City 4-1 in the Champions League in Amorim’s final home game in charge.Geovany Quenda is being eyed for a summer move by Man UtdCredit: APRuben Amorim brought Quenda with the Sporting Lisbon senior pre-season squad before the teen became integralCredit: APWhile it was former Coventry ace Viktor Gyokeres receiving the plaudits for his hat-trick in that game, 17-year-old Quenda was the star who got Gyokeres’ tally up and running thanks to a beautiful pass cutting through the lines.Man Utd had already been tracking the left-footed winger, who played at right wing-back against City, before they moved for Amorim.And according to A Bola, the Red Devils are preparing to make a transfer offer for him next summer.The report suggests their first offer will be in the region of £33million.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, Guinea-Bissau-born Portugal youth international has a full release clause of £84m after renewing his contract to 2027 in September – with his old contract containing a clause of £38m.Amorim promised he would not take players from his former side in January, but did not rule out some moves in the summer.He said: “In the January market I will not [get players from Sporting], that’s what I said.”In the summer I don’t know anymore. First point: to hold out until the summer. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Sporting’s players are very good players. I don’t know. We’ll see.”Quenda’s case saw Amorim take him with the Lions’ senior team in pre-season before integrating him into the first team and becoming integral to them before the 39-year-old manager left.Man Utd fans claim Ruben Amorim could be ‘new Jurgen Klopp’ after heartwarming gesture on stadium tourAmorim’s first game in charge at Man Utd will be against Ipswich this Sunday.He has been boosted by the return of Leny Yoro and Tyrell Malacia in training, while the former could even make his club debut following his pre-season injury.Despite sitting in 13th place in the league, the club are miraculously just four points behind the top four.Three Sporting stars Amorim could swoop for after joining Man UtdRUBEN AMORIM has ruled out poaching any of his Sporting Lisbon players in the January transfer window.But the Portuguese side’s chiefs expect Amorim will come calling in the summer – with his cheque book wide open.Here’s are three Sporting starts United could swoop for… but they won’t come cheap:VIKTOR GYOKERESAge: 26Position: StrikerCost: £84millionSwede has shone since joining Sporting last summer from Coventry — catching the eye of all Europe’s top clubs.Hit 43 goals in 50 games last season and boasts 18 strikes already this term.GONCALO INACIOAge: 23Position: DefenderCost: £50millionBall-playing centre-back was handed his debut by Amorim and has since become a key figure in Sporting’s recent title successes.Can also slot in at left-back if required and has 12 caps for Portugal.MORTEN HJULMANDAge: 25Position: MidfieldCost: £40millionDane is one of the top holding midfielders in Portugal — and made skipper by Amorim.He could be the man to replace Casemiro. More

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      Frank Lampard set for Coventry interview as Chelsea legend battles Man Utd hero Ruud van Nistelrooy for manager job

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      FRANK LAMPARD is set to have an interview at Coventry this week.The Chelsea legend, 46, ranks high on the shortlist to replace Mark Robins, who was axed as City’s boss earlier this month.Frank Lampard will have an interview with Coventry this weekCredit: GettyRuud van Nistelrooy is also in the running for the roleCredit: AlamyLamps is believed to be keen on talks despite not having applied for the job.The ex-Stamford Bridge, Derby and Everton boss has experience working in the Championship after taking the Rams to the play-off final  in 2019.Ruud van Nistelrooy is also thought to be a leading contender for the Sky Blues hotseat.The Dutchman, 48, was last week ruthlessly ditched from Manchester United’s coaching team by their new manager Ruben Amorim.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLVan Nistelrooy managed three wins and a draw from his four games in charge as interim Red Devils boss after compatriot Erik ten Hag was sacked.Wycombe manager Matt Bloomfield, 40 —  whose side top League One — is also a contender.Coventry are 17th in the Championship and sit just one point above  the drop zone.The club sacked fan favourite Robins earlier this month after winning just four of their first 15 matches this season.Most read in ChampionshipFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSA 2-2 draw at league leaders Sunderland proved to be the straw that broke the camel’s back.And Robins was shown the door after overseeing 387 games in seven-and-a-half years, freeing up a coveted dugout position.How Ruud van Nistelrooy’s ‘donut solution’ kicked off Ruben Amorim’s Man Utd revolution earlyMark Robins was sacked after winning just four games this seasonCredit: PAManchester United icon Van Nistelrooy was one of the first to throw his hat into the ring after his interim spell at Old Trafford.But Lampard is also in the frame for the Coventry job.The Chelsea legend, who has twice managed his former side, has emerged as one of the favourites to replace Robins.And he will now hold talks over the vacancy this week.Should he get the job, Lampard will be hoping his time with the Sky Blues goes better than his last interim role at Stamford Bridge.Filling in for Graham Potter until the end of the 2022/23 campaign, Lampard mustered just one single win from 11 matches with a misfit Chelsea side.He has since been working as a pundit and admitted last month he would love to manage England in the future.Lampard said: “As an English player who played 100-plus times, and an English person who’s very proud – of course, the England set up is something… I never dreamed of playing as many times for England, let alone now as a coach.READ MORE SUN STORIES”So, now as a coach, I think I would be crazy to sort of say, ‘Oh no, that would never interest me’.”It would have to be something that they would want me to do, and have to be something that I want to do and thought I could add value to it in any way.”Frank Lampard’s managerial careerDerby County, May 2018-July 2019: P57 W24 D17 L16Chelsea, July 2019-Jan 2021: P84 W44 D17 L23Everton, Jan 2022-Jan 2023: P44 W12 D8 L24Chelsea, Apr 2023-May 2023: P11 W1 D2 L8 More