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      Graham Potter in huge blow as West Ham star Niclas Fullkrug pulls hamstring live on TV and collapses to ground

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      NICLAS FULLKRUG was forced off with an injury just 15 minutes into Graham Potter’s first game in charge of West Ham.The German, 31, appeared to pull up with a hamstring issue before falling to the ground.Niclas Fullkrug pulled up with a hamstring injuryCredit: ITVFullkrug, 31, immediately winced in painCredit: GettyThe German was helped off by medical staffCredit: GettyTeam-mate Edson Alvarez attempted to comfort Fullkrug, who winced in pain as he lay on the turf.The striker was subsequently helped off and replaced by Danny Ings.Fullkrug had been making just his 11th appearance for West Ham since his summer switch from Borussia Dortmund.He was previously ruled out for three months of the campaign with an Achilles issue.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe bustling forward had been involved in West Ham’s opening goal at Villa Park in just the ninth minute.He headed a long ball down to Lucas Paqueta, who subsequently passed the ball out wide to Crysencio Summerville.The former Leeds winger drove down the wing before cutting the ball back to Paqueta, who swept a shot beyond Villa keeper Robin Olsen.West Ham are light up front having suffered with several injury issues.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMichail Antonio was hospitalised for more than three weeks in December following a frightening car crash.The forward, who was discharged from hospital on December 31, broke his leg in the crash and is sidelined indefinitely.West Ham stars pay tribute to Antonio with special shirts after pal’s horror crashCaptain Jarrod Bowen, meanwhile, fractured his foot in the Hammers’ recent 5-0 defeat to Liverpool.The West Ham favourite is set to be sidelined for around two months with the injury.This leaves new boss Potter with Ings the only fit recognised striker in his squad. Aston Villa suffered an injury blow of their own barely five minutes after Fullkrug was forced off.Ross Barkley pulled up hurt, appearing to signal that he felt discomfort in his ankle.The former Chelsea man received attention from medical staff, before having to go off.Barkley, 31, was replaced by Amadou Onana on 23 minutes.Ross Barkley also suffered an injury during the matchCredit: PABarkley, 31, was forced off by the issueCredit: Getty More

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      Watch classy Jose Mourinho give on-pitch team talk to the OPPOSITION as Fenerbahce secure 3-0 Turkish Cup win

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      JOSE MOURINHO gave his beaten opponents an on-pitch pep talk following a cup tie this week.The former Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham boss took his Fenerbahce side to fellow top flight outfit Kasimpasa.Jose Mourinho gave a team talk to Kasimpasa players on the pitchCredit: X/ ceyhunsametyMourinho, 61, also took selfies with fansCredit: GettyThe home team fielded a very young side, including 15-year-old Yaman Suakar.Midfielder Suakar completed 88 minutes of the match, becoming his team’s second-youngest ever player in the process.With experienced campaigners such as Sofyan Amrabat, Caglar Soyuncu and Youssef En-Nesyri in action, Fenerbahce comfortably won 3-0.En-Nesyri gave his side the lead inside the first two minutes, with Yusuf Akcicek doubling their advantage before the half hour.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSBartug Elmaz made it 3-0 before the half-time break, with no further goals in the second period.After the game, Mourinho gathered the young Kasimpasa side around him.In footage captured from the stands and posted on social media, the 61-year-old can be seen giving an animated speech to them.Upon concluding his pep talk, Mourinho nodded and the Kasimpasa players applauded.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe viral clip prompted plenty of reactions online.One fan wrote: “He just really loves football. He wants to motivate that team.”Jose Mourinho wildly drags his own Fenerbahce assistant by his hood and shoves him away during bizarre goal celebrationWhile a second joked: “He can beat only U19 teams. Unfortunately….”A third posted: “That’s mutual respect. They applauded him after his speech. I love this.”Although a fourth countered: “People are liking this but imo it’s very arrogant. Are you their manager?”Fenerbahce are second in the Turkish Super Lig after 17 games.They trail fierce rivals Galatasaray by eight points.Last season’s Turkish title race went down to the wire.READ MORE SUN STORIESMourinho’s predecessor Ismail Kartal achieved 99 points, but still lost out on the title to Galatasaray.Kartal subsequently left upon the conclusion of his deal, being replaced by the Portuguese.Mourinho watched his side easily beat Kasimpasa 3-0Credit: Getty More

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      Champions League club granted permission for unique 15,000-seater new stadium after moving games 70 miles away

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      SURPRISE package Brest will keep playing Champions League home games 70 miles away – despite winning permission to build a jaw-dropping new stadium.The French club are a stunning seventh out of 36 teams in the group phase of Europe’s top event – having never before qualified for ANY continental tournament.Brest got the go-ahead for this state-of-the-art venueBrest can’t play European games at their Stade Francis Le BleCredit: GettyBut Brest’s 15,000-capacity stadium falls short of Uefa requirements.So they’ve been taking on European giants at Guingamp’s Stade de Roudourou, which holds 18,400 fans.Unsurprisingly, there’s huge demand for tickets in such an historic season.So Brest enquired with Stade de France chiefs about using the famous 80,000-capacity venue.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSBut that come to nothing – and now the club say they will stay at Guingamp for the rest of their European adventure.Last month, however, Brest won the go-ahead for a new site called Arkea Park with futuristic sloping stands.The only drawback is it will still be limited to hosting no more than the 15,000 figure that their current Stade Francis-Le Ble can take.The club even had to get special permission from Ligue 1 to play French top-flight football at their home venue.Most read in Champions LeagueThe French top-flight club play their European games 114km away from home at at Guingamp’s Roudourou stadiumCredit: AFPAnd Brest worked out that building Arkea Park would be cheaper than getting Stade Francis-Le Ble up to scratch.They’d also have to cut capacity by between 25% to 40% whilst renovating their home – meaning 3,500-6,000 fewer fans would fit inside,FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSIt would also have forced “demolition of private homes and one or two buildings of the Charles de Foucauld School” next to Stade Francis-Le Ble.In contrast, Brest believe the alternative of Arkea Park will give them the potential to host far more than just 17 Ligue 1 matches a season.Eighth-tier football club move into former Rugby Premiership stadium with bigger capacity than Premier League side They plan to make it suitable for a wide range of events all year round. In the meantime, Brest await the Champions League visit of Real Madrid on January 29… at Guingamp – 114 kilometres (70m) from their normal home. More

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      Why are Aston Villa wearing black shirts at home for FA Cup clash against West Ham?

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      DO not adjust your TV sets – Aston Villa are playing in an all-black strip at home to West Ham in the FA Cup.The big third round clash at Villa Park is commemorating an incredible milestone for the West Midlands club. Ezri Konsa wearing the special all-black Aston Villa kitCredit: avfc.co.ukVilla boss Unai Emery has had an up and down season in the Premier League this season, but the Villans have impressed in the Champions League and the Spaniard will be looking for another cup run to galvanise his side.While for the visitors, new boss Graham Potter is in the dugout for his Hammers debut.Potter replaced Julen Lopetegui, who was sacked after just six months in the job.FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSWhy are Aston Villa wearing all-black shirts?Aston Villa are paying homage to their first kit colourway on their milestone 150th anniversary.To mark the occasion – almost to the day as the club’s first-ever recorded fixture – Villa are wearing a one-off all-black strip against West Ham in the FA Cup tonight.Black is the colour Villa wore first before transitioning into the famous claret and blue.Villa were the first team in the UK to put a crest on their shirts in 1878, and the badge on the anniversary shirt is in tribute to the original Scottish lion which has been redrawn from one of the earliest sources seen.The badge has been redrawn from an early sourced versionThe special kit worn tonight against the Hammers also does not have any sponsors on the front of the shirt.Most read in FA CupBranding will be on the back of the shirt, with Villa saying: “Principal partners Betano and Trade Nation have both kindly donated their branding space back to the club for the fixture, allowing us to create this historic look.”The commemorative strip also has an additional symbol on the front of the shirt inspired by Villa Park’s stained glass windows.The shirt can be bought online at Aston Villa’s official club shop. More

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      Sean Dyche has class and messaged me in prison, there’s no way he’d walk out on Everton… something doesn’t feel right

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      SEAN DYCHE is not the sort of person to just give up and walk out on a club.I know the man well — he was my manager at Watford for the 2011-12 campaign. He’s got class.Sean Dyche was sacked by Everton on ThursdayCredit: PASunSport columnist Troy Deeney believes that Dyche’s exit doesn’t add upCredit: APWhen he was sacked in July 2012, he left in difficult circumstances but still fronted it, said thanks to everybody.He even managed to get a message to me and I was in prison at the time.Even when he left Burnley, he said his goodbyes in the proper way — he didn’t shirk away, hide and run off into the night without letting everybody know.He’s a proud man too. He’s never going to admit that he can’t do something.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSI’ve heard suggestions he had talks with new owners The Friedkin Group and told them he taken the club as far as he could.I don’t buy it. It sounds like PR bluffing to me.And he would not decide to walk out on a club on the morning of a game, without the players even knowing when they turned up to take on Peterborough in the FA Cup on Thursday night.If he is going into a meeting knowing that he’s going to get the sack, he is still going to say goodbye to the lads.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDyche and Deeney have known each other dating back to the manager’s Watford daysCredit: GettySo for this to happen, out of nowhere, it doesn’t feel right.You’re talking about a man’s character and principles here.Leighton Baines praises Everton response after victory on ‘difficult day’ I reckon there has been a bit of a to-do at the training ground — about where each party sees things and how the future looks.I can hazard a guess that these owners told him he can’t say his goodbyes in the way he would have wanted to.Just leave, sort it out and stay away from everyone.As a whole, it doesn’t seem right to me.’THE NOSTALGIA MOVE’It is a real panic-button move from the new owners against a manager who has worked pretty well with what he had to choose from.Including a striker — in Dominic Calvert-Lewin — who has only scored 17 goals in all competitions since August 2021. And if you look at the owners’  history elsewhere, they thrive off of the nostalgia move — but that hasn’t worked wonders so far.At Roma, they went down the Jose Mourinho route and now have brought back Claudio Ranieri to the club.It is all about pulling on the heartstrings to get the fans onside.So, it is no surprise that David Moyes is one of the favourites to take over — a real legend of the club after his largely successful 11-year stint there.But it just screams of bad planning. It is a short-term fix — and then what?Let’s say Moyes gets six months and starts doing well. And say he brings another legend back in Wayne Rooney as his assistant and they win eight games between now and the end of the season.What then? Just get rid of him and risk the wrath of the fans? Or are you going to ask him to stay a little bit longer?Then Moyes will start plotting and planning for a summer transfer window ahead of moving into their new stadium.I don’t want to sound disrespectful  — because Moyes is a great manager — but will he dramatically change the style of play, the types of players they buy, compared to Dyche?READ MORE SUN STORIESThere is just a lot of confusion. What is their end goal here? What’s the long-term project?So far, we haven’t got a clue.David Moyes is the front-runner to land the Everton jobCredit: PA:Press Association More

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      Sven-Goran Eriksson’s former partner moves out of their home as mansion and farm are put up for sale for £1.8million

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      SVEN-GORAN ERIKSSON’S mansion is up for sale at a “bargain” price – and his former partner has moved out.Football went into mourning last August when the ex-England boss died from pancreatic cancer aged 76.Sven-Goran Eriksson lived in the mansion for 22 yearsCredit: AlamyEriksson bought it for £420k and ‘left his personal mark’ on itCredit: AlamyHis ex-partner Yaniseth Alcides has moved out and returned to PanamaCredit: RexNow his lakeside property on a secluded estate in Sunne, Sweden, has been made available for around £1.8million.  Meanwhile, Eriksson’s long-time girlfriend Yaniseth Alcides has returned to her native Panama.A wave of affectionate memories of the ex-Manchester City and Leicester boss swept across sport following the Swede’s death.David Beckham and Roy Hodgson were then among the mourners at Eriksson’s funeral in his home-town of Torsby, near Sunne.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLPreparations to sell his seven-bedroom home, which has a private beach, began in September.Eriksson paid £420,000 for the late-19th century home in 2002 when he was Three Lions chief and his partner was Italian lawyer Nancy Dell’Olio.Agent Sotheby’s say he has since “left his personal mark on both the interior and exterior”.The property’s value soared to £3m in the last decade, but it’s now fallen to almost half of that figure.Most read in FootballAgents believe the reduced valuation will help it sell quicklyCredit: AlamyThe home could be a great escape as it’s so secludedCredit: AlamyA sizeable poolhouse is one of the special featuresCredit: AlamyThe home, covering 835 square metres, has multiple reception rooms and a library.And it’s also as sporty as you might expect.Sven-Goran Eriksson filmed his heartbreaking final goodbye alone – and his emotional message left film crew in tearsA 250-square metre poolhouse sits outside, along with a saltwater pool, spa, sauna, jacuzzi, gym and relaxation area.There’s also a tennis court, jetty, a motorized floating platform, a sandy cove and waterside gazebos.Lawyer Anders Runebjer, who was a close friend of Eriksson’s, reportedly expects the home to sell quite easily.Swedish outlet Expressen say Runebjer believes the reduced valuation of £1.8m is more realistic for buyers.He also pointed to the freedom and natural setting offered by the property. This outbuilding is part of the land for saleCredit: AlamyTributes flowed in after the death of Eriksson last AugustCredit: Rex More

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      I’m a Man Utd star following the footsteps of my dad and aiming to shock Liverpool in biggest game of my career so far

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      A MANCHESTER UNITED loanee is looking to end rivals Liverpool’s stunning momentum when Accrington Stanley visit Anfield.The Premier League high-flyers and Accrington face off on Saturday in the third round of the FA Cup.Manchester United loanee Sonny Aljofree plays for Accington Stanley this seasonCredit: RexSonny is the son of ex-Man Utd academy graduate HasneyCredit: GettySonny is determined to beat Liverpool in the FA Cup and was contacted by Man UtdCredit: GettySonny used to watch his dad Hasney take on Liverpool with PlymouthCredit: Sonny AljofreeAnd Sonny Aljofree – the son of United academy graduate Hasney – is expected to line up against the Reds from the start after joining Stanley on loan in August.Sonny, 20, had a feeling he would be locking horns with Man Utd’s biggest rivals before the draw and is relishing the incredible opportunity.The centre-back, who trained with the first team last season despite never making a senior appearance, is set for a full circle moment.Following the FA Cup draw, Hasney, 46, sent his son an old photo of him watching his dad’s former team Plymouth take on Liverpool from the Kop stands in the FA Cup third round back in 2017.Read More on Man UtdSonny told Manchester Evening News: “I was sat in the kitchen, having my tea with my family and I saw Liverpool come up and I had just a funny feeling. “I was like, ‘I can’t play against United at Old Trafford, so the next best thing will probably be Liverpool here’.”I said to my mum, ‘This is gonna be us here’. Obviously, it came up and all of us have just gone off and started cheering.”It’s another chance to learn and gain valuable experience. I think everyone’s up for it, and I definitely am because as a United fan, you want to beat them, so that’s what we’re going there to do, hopefully.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSUnited contacted Sonny after the draw and sent him a powerful message.However, the Manchester giants also urged him to “take it in” and enjoy this incredible opportunity.Man Utd fans say ‘call the game off’ as Ruben Amorim confirms major line-up decision for Arsenal FA Cup clash Sonny added: “[Man Utd told me] Just win. “They’ve told me to [make] sure that I take it in and not just let it go by, so just as much as it is a massive experience and there’ll be nerves around it, just trying to take it in and appreciating the kind of magnitude of the game that I’m hopefully going to be involved in.”Hasney will be one of 50 to 55 friends and family supporting Sonny on the biggest day of his career, which has seen him registering 16 appearances with Accrington across all competitions.The former defender began his career at United before leaving the club without making an appearance. The ex-England youth international went on to play for Bolton, Dundee United, Plymouth, Sheffield Wednesday, Oldham and Swindon Town.He returned to the Red Devils as a youth coach before taking up a role as head of coach education and development in Singapore.Sonny added: “My dad’s always been the one who’s been giving me advice throughout and his thoughts and you take that and do it because he’s been through it. He knows what I’m going through.”I think there’s not that much advice you can give me against Liverpool, except making sure I’m doing all the right things leading up to the game, so I have no excuses when it comes to it. READ MORE SUN STORIES”I think that’s what he’s always said to me no matter how you play, you just can’t have any regrets leading up to any game that you’re playing, so you’re leaving it all out there and making sure in your head you’re prepared and ready, doing all the right things leading up to it.”Sonny joined United’s academy at a very young age but has yet to make a senior appearance with the club instead loaning him out to Altrincham before moving him to Accrington.Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s first year at Man UtdSIR JIM RATCLIFFE’S minority takeover at Manchester United was announced on Christmas Eve in 2023 – and a lot has happened at Old Trafford since…December 2023 – Man Utd confirm Ratcliffe’s takeover on Christmas Eve, vowing to invest £245m into Old TraffordJanuary 2024 – Ratcliffe and right-hand man Sir Dave Brailsford photographed meeting Erik ten Hag during tour of Carrington January 2024 – Omar Berrada poached from Man City as new CEO February 2024 – Ratcliffe’s £1billion, 27.7 per cent takeover officially completed February 2024 – Former CEO Richard Arnold quits board as Ineos pair John Rees and Rob Nevin addedMarch 2024 – Ratcliffe bans words “awesome” and “lukewarm cappuccino” in bizarre moveMarch 2024 – Matt Johnson appointed head of women’s footballMarch 2024 – Ratcliffe announces plans to build “Wembley of the North” to replace Old TraffordMarch 2024 – Man Utd NYSE share price drops to $13.73 on March 21 – down from $20.52 immediately after Ratcliffe takeover in DecemberApril 2024 – Senior staff club credit cards and private cars cancelled April 2024 – John Murtough quits as football director April 2024 – Jason Wilcox appointed technical director after compensation package agreed with Southampton May 2024 – Ratcliffe turns Carrington “toxic” after sending email to employees slamming “disgraceful” lack of cleanlinessMay 2024 – Work finally starts on leaking Old Trafford roofMay 2024 – Man Utd finish eighth in Premier League, worst-ever finish May 2024 – Ratcliffe gives employees just one week to decide if they want to accept redundancy May 2024 – Staff forced to pay for own transport to FA Cup final and only given one ticketMay 2024 – Pre-match party and hotel for senior staff before FA Cup final axedMay 2024 – Man Utd shock rivals Man City to win FA Cup despite suggestions Erik ten Hag will be sacked regardless of resultJune 2024 – Man Utd announce £50m plans to upgrade Carrington training ground June 2024 – Ratcliffe introduces strict “back to work” policy forcing staff to come into officeJune 2024 – Ratcliffe scores own goal with comments about women’s teamJuly 2024 – Man Utd finally agree deal to bring in Dan Ashworth as sporting director after four months of gardening leave at Newcastle, who received £3m in compensationJuly 2024 – Erik ten Hag signs shock new contract extension until 2026July 2024 – Ruud van Nistelrooy and Rene Hake appointed assistant managers, Andreas Georgson first-team coach and Jelle ten Rouwelaar goalkeeper coach. Darren Fletcher’s role changes from technical director to first-team coach. Steve McClaren, Mitchell van der Gaag and Benni McCarthy depart.July 2024 – Ex-Chelsea technical director Christopher Vivell joins on short-term basis as interim director of recruitment July 2024 – Jean-Claude Blanc added to Man Utd board  July 2024 – Man Utd cut down number of staff on US pre-season tour to 125July 2024 – Ratcliffe makes 250 redundancies including popular media man John Allen, historian Cliff Butler and kitman Alex WylieAugust 2024 – Man Utd splash out £199m in the summer transfer window August 2024 – Matchday staff lunchboxes scrapped and some forced to eat beside toiletOctober 2024 – Man Utd stop paying £2m-a-year ambassador salary to Sir Alex FergusonOctober 2024 – Staff Christmas party cancelled October 2024 – “Back to work” policy costing Utd fortune to convert hospitality suites into temporary offices between home matchesOctober 2024 – Erik ten Hag sacked with club 14th in Premier League table, costing club £15mNovember 2024 – Ruben Amorim appointed new Man Utd manager on deal until 2027 after stumping up £10m release clause November 2024 – Coach Ruud van Nistelrooy axed by new manager Ruben Amorim November 2024 – Man Utd chiefs locked in blame game over summer shambles including Erik ten Hag situation and transfer signings November 2024 – Ratcliffe reportedly set to half £40,000 budget paid to Manchester United Disabled Supporters AssociationDecember 2024 – Ratcliffe admits “mediocre” Man Utd “still in last century” December 2024 – Fans protest after OAP and children concessions tickets ditched and minimum home ticket cost up to £66December 2024 – Dan Ashworth sacked after five months as sporting directorDecember 2024 – £100 staff Christmas bonus ditched for £40 M&S voucherDecember 2024 – Ceiling starts leaking during Ruben Amorim’s press conference after 3-0 defeat to BournemouthDecember 2024 – Reports of a mice infestation at Old Trafford as rodent droppings found in food kiosks and plush suites as food hygiene ratings drops to just two starsDecember 2024 – SunSport reveals Ratcliffe cuts £40,000 funding donation to Association of Former Manchester United Players charity More

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      Dean Windass, 55, posts classy 10-word message and sings in the car after it is revealed he has dementia

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      DEAN WINDASS took to social media after his dementia diagnosis was revealed.With Windass’ permission, former Manchester United star David May told BBC Breakfast about the former Hull favourite’s condition.Dean Windass mimed along to a Glen Campbell tune in the carCredit: X formerly Twitter / @DWindass10Windass starred for boyhood team HullCredit: ReutersMay, 54, said: “I only spoke to Dean Windass yesterday, ex-professional footballer.”I asked Deano how he is. He’s been diagnosed with Stage 2 dementia.”He’s the same age as me and he’s worried sick of how it’s going to be in the future for him.”Following May’s TV appearance, Windass posted an inspiring message on X.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe 55-year-old wrote: “Just got to keep smiling and trying to help people.”Windass accompanied his message with a video himself miming along to Glen Campbell’s “Rhinestone Cowboy”.Windass then added in another tweet: “Seriously I am ok was delighted to find out I had a brain. Just hope other families get the help they want for the people they have lost.”And he kept up his positive tone when he told the Mirror: “I’m all right. I’m not dying.”Most read in FootballDavid May revealed the health update on BBC Breakfast with permission from WindassCredit: BBCThe former footballer played in the Premier League for boyhood club Hull, as well as Bradford and Middlesbrough.He initially retired in 2009 before making two comebacks.Former Premier League star Dean Windass suffering from dementia as ex-Man Utd ace reveals diagnosis live on BBC May appeared on BBC Breakfast alongside Nobby Stiles’ son John.Following his appearance, he posted online: “FYI I spoke to @DWindass10 last night and asked his permission.”He was 100 per cent behind me mentioning that he had been diagnosed with stage 2 dementia.”Deano has just done an article for a national newspaper which will be published soon.. share the love.”Windass reposted May’s message.May also discussed the risks footballers face of developing dementia – with evidence from studies showing they are 3.46 times more likely to do so than the general public.’I’M WORRIED, OF COURSE I AM’He added: “Over my career, I probably headed the football about 20,000 times in total.”It’s only coming to light now.”I’d like to know where I’ll be in ten years’ time, will I have the care from the governing bodies, PFA, for funding that these families are not currently getting?”It’s worrying. I’m worried, of course I am.”I’ve got a family to look after and I don’t want my children looking after me day in day out.”Care does cost a lot of money. Is there enough to care for future generations?”One in three [footballers have the] possibility of getting dementia.”The message needs to get out there.”Former England captain David Beckham has joined forces with fellow footballers May, Gary Pallister, Peter Reid, Gary McAllister, Jan Molby and others plus politicians and medical experts in Manchester to show his support for the Football Families for Justice campaign.FFJ is a voluntary organisation calling on the Government to amend the Football Governance Bill and introduce a mandatory financial support scheme funded by football authorities and the PFA for players and their families.On the shock Windass revelation, spokesperson for Dementia UK, Caroline Scates, added: “We’re sorry to hear that Dean Windass has been diagnosed with dementia. “By choosing to speak openly and publicly about his diagnosis, he will undoubtedly encourage others to seek support if they are concerned about symptoms they may be experiencing.“There are estimated to be around 70,800 people living with young onset dementia in the UK – where symptoms occur before the age of 65. Obtaining a diagnosis of young onset dementia can be challenging, and it is often even harder to find age-appropriate support. READ MORE SUN STORIES”But it is important to know that you are not alone and that expert care is available.“We encourage anyone affected by young onset dementia to visit dementiauk.org/get-support for information resources and to find out how to access our national Helpline and Clinics services.”  Dean Windass’ career statsDean Windass had a prolific career, spanning nine clubs:Hull CityFirst spell: 1991–1995
      Appearances: 166Goals: 57Second spell: 2007 (loan)
      Appearances: 18Goals: 8Third spell: 2007–2009
      Appearances: 61Goals: 12AberdeenYears: 1995–1998
      Appearances: 78Goals: 21Oxford UnitedYears: 1998–1999
      Appearances: 41Goals: 15Bradford CityFirst spell: 1999–2001
      Appearances: 77Goals: 22Second spell: 2003–2007
      Appearances: 133Goals: 56MiddlesbroughYears: 2001–2003
      Appearances: 37Goals: 6Sheffield Wednesday (loan)
      Years: 2001–2002
      Appearances: 9Goals: 3Sheffield United (loan)
      Years: 2002
      Appearances: 9Goals: 3Oldham Athletic (loan)
      Years: 2002–2003
      Appearances: 14Goals: 3Bradford Park AvenueYears: 2010
      Appearances: 1Goals: 0 More