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      Chris Eubank Jr’s mansion with purple furniture, staircase and pool area that was on MTV’s Cribs up for sale for £1.8m

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      CHRIS EUBANK JR has put his stunning multi-million-pound home up for sale.The former IBO super-middleweight champion has called a stunning detached four-bed mansion in Hove home for the last few years.Chris Eubank Jr has put this stunning Hove home up for saleCredit: FINEANDCOUNRTY.CO.UKEubank Jr lives in an incredible detached four-bedroom houseCredit: FINEANDCOUNRTY.CO.UKThe interior of the former IBO super-middleweight champion’s home is something to beholdCredit: FINEANDCOUNRTY.CO.UKEubank Jr has some whacky furniture in his abodeCredit: FINEANDCOUNRTY.CO.UKThe boxer has decided to switch up his living arrangementsCredit: GETTYBut ‘Next Gen’ is eying a change of scenery and has put the plush castle – which is located in the swanky Hill Drive area of Hove – on the market.Eubank Jr announced his home – which has been featured on MTV Cribs and Celebrity Gogglebox – is up for sale on Instagram.He wrote: “My house in Brighton, UK is now on the market. Featured on MTV Cribs & Celebrity Gogglebox – Link In Bio.”Scores of his followers were quick to comment on the availability of his stunning house, which boasts a beautiful swimming pool.READ MORE IN BOXINGAnd several of them made some hilarious offers, with one saying: “Give you a tenner and a packet of pork scratchings for it.”Another said: “Would you consider a house swap in Dudley?”Currently looking for a house exchange, got a lovely 2-bed semi on a council estate if interested?”And another said: “Do you accept PayPal credit?”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSChris Eubank Jr’s house has four stunning bedroomsCredit: FINEANDCOUNRTY.CO.UKThe bathrooms have a stunning finish to themCredit: FINEANDCOUNRTY.CO.UKThe pool is undoubtedly the main selling point of the houseCredit: FINEANDCOUNRTY.CO.UKOne remarked: “Can I pay in instalments of a fiver a week?”Another chimed in: “Is Klarna an option on checkout?”Chris Eubank Jr makes major career change as he eyes huge Canelo Alvarez fight and two British grudge bouts Eubank Jr, the son of British boxing icon Chris Eubank Sr – has enlisted the services of Fine and Country to sell his home.Prospective buyers will have to spend a pretty penny to land the plush pad as Fine and Country are only accepting offers in excess of £1.8million.Describing the house on their website, they wrote: “This impeccable home exudes grandeur, impeccable style, and the spacious luminosity of a new build, perfect for a growing family or hosting in a vibrant, cosmopolitan city.”Should you desire, there is planning permission for a garage.”Once a modest bungalow nestled in the prestigious, verdant area of Tongdean, in 2017 was transformed into an architectural marvel.”Standing as a captivating spectacle of design, it stands out from its neighbours with a minimalist white exterior, expansive vaulted windows, and a striking dark slate roof that illuminates beautifully at night.”Upon arrival through secure gates leading to a spacious parking bay, you ascend to the elevated ground floor entrance.”The door, equipped with fingerprint entry, opens to a generous entrance hall where the house’s scale and luminosity immediately captivate.READ MORE SUN STORIES”The staircase to the first floor, with glass balustrades leading to a galleried landing, creates a well of natural light from the tall windows above.”Eubank Jr hasn’t set foot in the ring since he exacted revenge on Liam Smith in their rematch last September.Chris Eubank Jr hasn’t fought since beating Liam Smith in their rematch last SeptemberCredit: REUTERS More

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      Chelsea star Ben Chilwell in furious neighbour row over privacy fence, firepit & basketball court at his £5m mansion

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      BEN Chilwell has sparked a row with a neighbour after building a firepit and basketball court at his £5million Surrey mansion – without planning permission.The Chelsea defender, 27, has been caught ” offside” over the unauthorised development at his luxury five-bed pad which boasts a swimming pool, gym and two games rooms.Ben Chilwell has sparked a neighbour row after building a firepit and basketball court without planning permissionCredit: GettyThe Chelsea defender failed to get the go-ahead from the local councilCredit: GettyHe put up a retaining wall for a new firepit walkway in a Ground Force-style makeover of his Surrey back garden near the Blues’ Cobham training ground. But, he failed to get the go-ahead from the local council for the “engineering operation”.And, his next-door neighbour has objected, citing loss of privacy and overlooking. In a letter to the council, they wrote: “The new retaining wall to the east and parallel to the border with [my house] has raised the ground levels of the garden and walkway to the firepit by 1.5m compared with the original garden.”This increase in height means someone in this section of the garden or on the firepit walkway now has direct line of sight into our garden, terrace and kitchen area.”This loss of amenity and the new levels mean we are now overlooked.”We are keen to retain the privacy and amenity of our home, terrace and garden and whilst we would prefer the new ground levels not to be so high we appreciate that some mitigation through screening foliage has now bee proposed.”Chilwell wants to plant new laurel and yew hedges and re-level his garden with further soft planting in grey, green and purple – but no blue.Most read in SportHe also wants to splash out on a stone-stepped pool seating area with glass balustrade, and new paving. Papers field at Elmbridge Council state that building work was started in April but has not yet been completed, and officials are expected to make a decision in September. Chelsea and Wrexham stars Levi Colwill and James McClean fight just two minutes into pre-season friendly In pre-application advice, they said: “The scheme is unlikely to have a significant impact on the host dwelling/character of the area/neighbour amenity.”However, this subject to formal consultation with neighbours and relevant consultees.”Chilwell’s planning agent and the council were approached for comment.It comes as Chelsea striker Armando Broja has kicked off plans to build a dream new home complete with a lush cinema, swimming pool and spa.Inside Chelsea star’s incredible £2m five-bed dream mansionBy Jane MatthewsCHELSEA striker Armando Broja has kicked off plans to build a dream new home complete with a lush cinema, swimming pool and spa.The forward, 22, splashed out on an old four-bedroom house in a private Surrey estate – not far from the Blues’ Cobham training ground.But now the player has revealed plans to demolish the £1.8million to make way for a mansion – which will be complete with a boots and kit store.Broja hopes to build a bigger luxury five-bed pad with a gaming and entertainment area, cinema, gym, swimming pool and spa.The proposed new home will also boast a grand double-height entrance hallway, retreat, study and covered outdoor terrace.The Chelsea striker has applied to his local council for planning permission for a detached two-storey house with rooms in the roof, dormer windows and a garage.In a design statement, his planning agents said: “The proposal provides for a form of development that is in keeping with the character and appearance of the surrounding area in terms of its size, scale, height and design.”The proposal will be of a high standard of architecture, finish and landscaping, therefore will enhance the existing street scene significantly and add positive value to the existing area.”The proposed dwelling aims to enhance the plot and internal space utilisation, creating a highly sustainable residence.”Residential properties in this area mainly comprise large detached dwellings on substantial plots, often gated.”The existing house has a games room, snug, wine store and living room with a stone fireplace and open fire.But in a boost to Broja’s green credentials, the proposed new build will feature air source heat pumps, solar power, a heat recovery system and underfloor heating.In a sales listing for the current home, estate agents said: “The house has significant potential, either to build your dream home from scratch or extend and modernise the existing property on this stunning level plot.”Land Registry records show that Broja paid £1.8m for the pad in December, just a month before he was farmed out on loan to Fulham.The forward, 22, splashed out on an old four-bedroom house in a private Surrey estate – not far from the Blues’ Cobham training ground.But now the player has revealed plans to demolish the £1.8million to make way for a mansion – which will be complete with a boots and kit store.Broja has applied to his local council for planning permission for a detached two-storey house with rooms in the roof, dormer windows and a garage.Meanwhile, Man Utd wonder kid Leny Yoro has snapped up a stunning new pad – a £2million mansion which Mason Greenwood once called home.United’s £52million new signing, Leny Yoro, is set to move into the rented six bed, six bath property and will pay a cool £14,000-a-month.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe home in Bowdon, Cheshire boasts an open plan kitchen, three reception rooms, a cinema room and bar.What are your rights?Planning permission guidance according to gov.ukYou will need to request planning permission if you wish to build something new, make a major change to your building or change the use of your building – for example starting a business.To find out if you need planning permission you should contact your Local Planning Authority through your council.If planning permission is refused you can appeal.You are able to appeal if you were refused planning permission for reasons that you think go against the LPA’s development plan or planning policy (you can usually find these on their website).You can also appeal if you were granted planning permission with conditions you object to – you’ll need to explain why you think they’re unnecessary, unenforceable, vague, unreasonable or irrelevant.Another ground for appeal is if the LPA has not given you a decision on your application and 8 weeks have passed since the date they told you they’d received it (or a different deadline you agreed with them has passed).Chilwell wants to plant new laurel and yew hedges and re-level his garden with further soft plantingHis luxury five-bed pad which boasts a swimming pool, gym and two games roomsA letter was submitted to the council by a disgruntled neighbourCredit: Elysian More

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      Tottenham star James Maddison selling jaw-dropping £2.5million mansion with pool, football pitch and bar

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      JAMES MADDISON is flogging his jaw-dropping house that comes with its own football pitch for £2.5million.The Tottenham ace’s pad comes with a stunning outdoor swimming pool and its own football pitch.James Maddison’s £2.5million Nottinghamshire mansion has been listed for saleCredit: GettyMaddison’s pad comes with all the luxury you would expect with a top footballerCredit: Jam Press/ FHP LivingThe property features a stunning pool and full-sized football pitchCredit: Jam Press/ FHP LivingFriends and family can relax by the pool areaCredit: Jam Press/ FHP LivingThe property comes with a generous open plan living areaCredit: Jam Press/ FHP LivingThe property is comparable to a luxury Spanish villaCredit: Jam Press/ FHP LivingFriends and family can also gather round by the pool alongside a luxury fire pit.The property features a bar which is lined with framed football shirts from fellow Premier League stars he’s played against.They include Mo Salah and Kevin De Bruyne, who he swapped shirts with.Others from former Prem stars such as Harry Kane, Sergio Aguero and Mesut Ozil also feature on the wall.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAccompanying the bar is also a pool table, with Maddison in the past talking about his love of billiards.And of course there is a dart board. Maddison is a huge fan of the sport and even performs a darts celebration when he scores.His staggering collection of trainers are also visible stacked up on shelves.Maddison, 27 – who missed out on England’s Euro 2024 squad – lived in the house in Ruddington, Nottinghamshire while at Leicester City.Most read in FootballThe bar features the shirts of many famous players’ shirtsCredit: Jam Press/ FHP LivingA football pitch means whoever buys the house can sharpen their skillsCredit: Jam Press/ FHP LivingA cosy TV area is perfect for watching filmsCredit: Jam Press/ FHP LivingIt features a minimalist kitchenCredit: Jam Press/ FHP LivingSports memorabilia is featured throughoutCredit: Jam Press/ FHP LivingMaddison’s sneaker collection is also on showCredit: Jam Press/ FHP LivingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe moved closer to Tottenham after his £40million switch last summer.The home is also equipped with electric gates, CCTV system, video intercom entry system and security fencing, as reported by Luxury Property News.FHP Living who are marketing the home, described the property as: “A magnificent “Grand Design” style home occupying a generous mature plot in the region of 0.8 acres that backs onto woodland.Tottenham star James Maddison opens up on three-month injury layoff which stopped him being a dad to newborn twins“The Eco/Passive design offers high levels of thermal comfort & air quality and was completed in 2012 being built on a “no expense spared” program.“The property offers luxurious leisure facilities to include an outdoor heated pool with motorised safety cover, pool room, entertainment studio, gymnasium and artificial grass football pitch.Maddison has been pictured playing on the football pitch in the pastCredit: Instagram / @kennedyalexaHe pictured himself having a kickabout alongside girlfriend Kennedy AlexaCredit: Instagram / @maddersThe pool area features a stunning viewCredit: Jam Press/ FHP LivingThe pool also has a sheltered areaCredit: Jam Press/ FHP LivingTh outside area also has an underground gymCredit: Jam Press/ FHP LivingThe mansion has a Spanish villa influence to itCredit: Jam Press/ FHP LivingThe property is far away from main roadsCredit: Jam Press/ FHP LivingThere’s a bedroom by the pool for guests to relaxCredit: Jam Press/ FHP Living“The property is protected by a state of the art security system to include CCTV, automated gates, video intercom entry system & security fencing. Showroom style car garage with separate visitor car park.”Both the pool table and football pitch bare James Maddison’s initials.Maddison has a son, two and one-year-old twins with partner Kennedy Alexa.The property features a spa roomCredit: Jam Press/ FHP LivingLuxury oozes throughout the mansionCredit: Jam Press/ FHP LivingThe house is protected by electronic gatesCredit: Jam Press/ FHP Living More

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      Brendan Rodgers sells Cheshire mansion on same street as Sir Alex Ferguson to Liverpool star but makes £50,000 loss

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      BRENDAN RODGERS has finally sold his luxury English mansion on Sir Alex Ferguson’s former street but suffered a £50,000 loss.The Celtic boss spent £3.95million in 2022 on the Cheshire property – but it has now been snapped up by Liverpool star Alexis MacAllister.Rodgers sold his luxury mansion on Fergie’s old streetThe stunning property was initially bought for £3.95mIt was listed for £4.2m before the asking price was slashed by 200,000But Liverpool ace Alexis Mac Allister picked up the new home for a knock-down £3.9mCredit: GettyRodgers put the house up for sale for offers over £4.2m last August but after struggling to find a buyer reduced the asking price in January.Documents show the former Liverpool boss sold the house to midfielder MacAllister, 25, last month for £3.9m.This amounts to a £50,000 loss.Legendary Manchester United manager Fergie put his home on the same street up for sale for £3.5m last November.read more football newsFergie had to slash £250,000 to find a buyer for the property which was eventually snapped up in April.Both properties were on an exclusive street in Wilmslow, Cheshire.Rodgers’ stunning property comes with five bedrooms, a gym, landscaped gardens, a double garage and a bar area.It also features CCTV, underfloor heating, air conditioning in most of the bedrooms, electronically operated blinds and speakers in the ceilings. Most read in FootballSir Alex Ferguson also slashed the price on his luxury mansionFergie sold it in AprilBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSPlanning permission has also been granted for ‘leisure facilities’ to be created.Property agent Sofia Da Silva said: “Immaculately presented to a very high specification, every part of this property is finished exceptionally.Moment Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers fends off steward to usher young fan off pitch as he says security man was ‘much bigger than he was’A description of the mansion added: “An exceptional double gable-fronted contemporary residence finished to an uncompromising standard located on one of Wilmslow’s most prestigious roads.”Rodgers was the victim of a terrifying robbery at his £1.6m home in Bearsden, near Glasgow, in 2019 just after he left the Celtic job for Leicester.He was not in the property but his family were forced to hide in a bathroom as the robbers stormed in and swiped medals.Rodgers rejoined Celtic to replace Ange Postecoglou who left for Tottenham and sealed a league and cup double.Ferguson, who also managed Aberdeen, moved to a £1.2m house near to his son Darren so he could be closer to his grandchildren in the village of Goostrey, Cheshire.Klopp copied Fergie’s ‘biggest mistake’ and it’s derailed his final season, says Dave KiddBy Dave KiddJURGEN KLOPP was genuinely surprised to hear it, on the January day when he announced his intention to quit Liverpool at the end of the season.It was put to him that Sir Alex Ferguson had told his Manchester United players in the summer of 2001 that the coming season would be his last.Ferguson later performed a U-turn and stayed at Old Trafford for another 11 years.But the great Scot admitted that revealing his intentions had been the ‘biggest mistake I made’.“I think a lot of them put their tools away,” said Ferguson, “They thought, ‘Oh, the manager’s leaving’.”It was a part of English footballing history which Klopp knew nothing about and he raised his eyebrows when he was told about it.Liverpool were top of the Premier League, having lost only a single domestic match all season – and that a controversial VAR-infested affair at Tottenham.But their form has nosedived since, with dreams of a farewell quadruple long gone.And Klopp may well now be reflecting on the wisdom of his announcement.Read Dave Kidd’s take on Klopp’s demise in full.Or check out all of Dave Kidd’s articles. More

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      Our next-door neighbour has covered his ENTIRE house in England flags for the Euros – it makes parking a nightmare

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      NEIGHBOURS of an England superfan who has covered his ENTIRE house in flags say they love his passion – although it can make parking tricky.Paul Bibby’s incredible display of St George’s flags at his home in Chelmsford, Essex, is so popular that drivers stop on the street to take pictures.Pual Bibby says he doesn’t care if people think his home is an ‘eyesore’Credit: John McLellanThe only downside to the incredible display is drivers stopping to take photos and blocking the streetCredit: John McLellanNeighbour Andy McCallum said no one in their ‘right mind’ would have a problem with the flagsCredit: JOHN McLELLANNeighbour Madelyn Cox said she can’t see why anyone would complainCredit: JOHN McLELLANAnd he has now added even more Three Lions decorations, with fresh bunting adorning his bright red front garden picket fence.The 58-year-old dad – who puts up similar displays every international tournament – has been subjected to cruel comments on social media calling his efforts an “eyesore”.But The Sun has spoken to his neighbours on Kings Road who have all given him the thumbs up.“Generally, I’ve had a great response,” Paul said. “In this world you do get one or two people with probably nothing else better to do.Read more on Euro 2024“It’s my house, my flags, I do what I want – I support the team. Come on England!”Referring to the haters, he added: “I had one comment saying it’s an eyesore… to all those people, just get a life and do something else. If you don’t like it, don’t view it.“Online you always get people who’ve got nothing better to do.“Most people love it. It brightens the place up.”Most read in Euro 2024During our visit to the street, multiple cars beeped their horn and drivers pumped their fists at Paul’s flags.A video the dad posted on TikTok of the display has garnered more than 690,000 views.I covered my house in England flags & painted giant red cross on my driveway… the neighbours hate it but I have plans for moreFor the last four Christmases he has also put up festive lights and raised an estimated £5,000 for Essex Air Ambulance.As such, he is a popular member of his community.Next door neighbour mum Sarah Perry, 38, said: “It’s alright, innit? It’s a bit of fun.“It can be a bit of a nightmare parking outside when people are trying to stop and take pictures, but apart from that it’s all good.Football crazy Paul says: ‘Come on England’Credit: John McLellanNeighbour Terry Wilson said: ‘He did just as much, if not more, at Christmas’Credit: JOHN McLELLAN“You get people honking as they go past in their cars. I’ve heard no complaints.“Everyone knows when something big’s coming up that he’s going to be decorating the house.“My other half has offered to help him put them up before but he gets on with it himself, bless him.“He’s always adding to it. I did say ‘you can decorate my house if you wanted to’,” she joked.Fellow neighbour Terry Wilson, 50, said: “He did just as much, if not more, at Christmas with the lights. There’s no problem at all.It’s my house, my flags, I do what I want – I support the team. Come on England!Paul Bibby“We’ve only lived here since December. Everyone as they go past is always bibbing at the house. I always speak to Paul, everyone does all the way up the road.”Teacher and mum-of-two Vicky Hayward, 33, said: “Certainly no complaints from me. Paul is really well known in the area and raises a lot for charity.“It’s cruel for anyone to criticise him. The display is perfectly fine.”She added that he is also great with children who come by to admire the display, as well as his Christmas lights.Madelyn Cox, 72, originally from Cape Town, South Africa, said: “I can’t believe anyone would complain. I don’t have an issue with them. He does this sort of thing every tournament. I’ve lived here a long time.”She joked: “His Christmas lights could be described as a bit garish.”READ MORE SUN STORIESAndy McCallum said: “No one in their right mind would have a problem. I speak to Paul most days. He’s lovely and he’s always doing things for good causes.”Paul said it took him two days to put up the display, which consists of 20 big flags and 400 pieces of bunting.My prized England flag shown on TV was STOLEN by Serbian ‘hooligans’ at Euro 2024 gameBy Henry Martin
      AN ENGLAND fan has revealed his disappointment after Serbian football fans stole a flag which he had for 20 years.
      Matt Barnes, 42, and his 13-year-old son Harry travelled from their Eastbourne home to Germany to watch England play in the Euros 2024, bringing with them the 14ft St George’s Cross banner.
      The £500 flag, which he has had since the Euro 2004 competition, has been with Matt all over the world, and in just about every football stadium in Britain.
      As England battled Serbia on June 16, Matt’s banner, featuring a Millwall lion, a Three Lions logo, and the words “Millwall: No one likes us”, was pride of place pitchside.
      But when Matt, who works for Mercedez Benz and was born in Lewisham, walked down the steps to collect the banner at the final whistle, he was horrified to find it had gone missing.
      To make matters worse, he saw the very same flag in a boastful social media post, being held upside-down in triumph by people believed to be Serbia fans who pocketed it.
      Matt told The Sun: “For some people it’s a flag, but for me it’s a sentimental thing for doing 20 years of football with my dad.”
      He said that his elderly dad Brian is no longer able to travel with him, so the sentimental value of the flag had considerable, because it reminded him of the times they spent together as father and son.
      Matt had been purposefuly attending as many games as he could over four years to build up enough points to go to the Euros – the first tournament he and his own son went to together.
      He said: “It was supposed to be a really good experience and just to have that bit done at the end…”
      Matt claimed he had “next to no help from German police”.

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      Muhammad Ali’s pink childhood home now selling for staggering £1.1million after market value soars

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      MUHAMMAD ALI’S childhood home is on the market.The modest pink house in Louisville, Kentucky, has been converted into a museum.Muhammad Ali left his childhood home and returned a championCredit: Getty – ContributorBoxing icon Ali grew up in KentuckyCredit: Jam PressThe house has been restored to how it would have looked in the 1950sCredit: Jam PressIt is a museum dedicated to Ali’s early lifeCredit: Jam PressAli – then known as Cassius Clay – spent his early years in the two-bedroom, one-bathroom property.It went on the market this month alongside two neighbouring houses, which have been converted into a gift shop and short-term rental.The collection is being valued at £1.1million and co-owner George Bochetto says the ideal buyer would keep the property as a museum.Bochetto – a former Pennsylvania state boxing commissioner – said: “This is a part of Americana.READ MORE IN BOXING”This is part of our history. And it needs to be treated and respected as such.”The museum opened shortly after Ali’s death in 2016.Bochetto restored it to how it would have looked during the heavyweight’s days living there using photos as a guide.He said in 2016: “You walk into this house, you’re going back to 1955, and you’re going to be in the middle of the Clay family home.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAli lived in the house before leaving for the 1960 Olympics in Rome – returning a champion.The museum ran into financial trouble and closed less than two years after it was opened.Inside Muhammad Ali’s stunning former LA mansion up for saleMuhammad Ali went on to become a three-time heavyweight champCredit: GettyThe legend grew up in humble circumstancesCredit: Jam PressThere had been plans to move the house to Saudi ArabiaCredit: Jam PressThree properties are included in the listingCredit: Jam PressThere have been proposals to move it to Las Vegas, Philadelphia or Saudi Arabia, which were all turned down.Bochetto explained: “I wouldn’t do that because it’s an important piece of Louisville history, Kentucky history and I think it needs to stay right where it is.”A stunning mansion formerly owned by Ali went on the market for $13.5million in April.The boxing great owned the sensational seven-bedroom Los Angeles home from 1979 to 1984.Made my peaceMUHAMMAD ALI gave legendary Sun boxing writer Colin Hart his biggest ever story in a totally chance and heartbreaking meeting. More

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      England stars spend thousands boosting their home security to foil burglary gangs while they are at Euro 2024

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      ENGLAND stars have spent thousands boosting their home security to foil the Away Day burglary gangs while they are at the Euros.Members of Gareth Southgate’s squad have installed military-grade equipment to avoid a repeat of the raid on Raheem Sterling, 29, during the World Cup.England stars have installed military-grade equipment to foil gangs while they’re at the EurosSterling, 29, had to rush home from the tournament in Qatar in December, 2022, when a gang stole £300,000 worth of designer watches from his house while his fiancée and their two children were home.High profile raids on other stars’ homes have continued to grab the headlines since that break-in at the Chelsea star’s mansion in Surrey, Cobham.Manchester City ace Jack Grealish, 28, and Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak, 24, have both fallen victim while they were away from home.And now that the Three Lions have landed in Germany they have taken every precaution possible to secure their luxury mansions during the tournament.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLA source said: “Players don’t want any worry or distractions whilst away.“They’ve seen what’s happened previously and want to make sure their focus is on the tournament, at any cost.”No expense has been spared as security firms installed cutting edge security technology including night vision cameras with a detection range of around 150ft and 8K resolution.Ex-Army personnel with highly trained guard dogs will also be patrolling the grounds of their homes and will even operate surveillance drones with 360-degree vision which fly too high for attackers to disable them.Most read in FootballThe tightening up of the stars’ defences on the home front follows reports of the Wags splashing out £100,000 on private bodyguards for the tournament.They are set to hire ex-military specialists amid fears of terror attacks following chilling ISIS threats issued ahead of Champions League matches this season.Newcastle’s £100m striker Alexander Isak’s mansion hit by gang of robbers in latest raid on Prem aces’ homesSecurity experts applauded the players’ plans to increase their home security.Christian Hill, managing director of security firm Intelligent Protection, said: “Footballers competing in the Euros should absolutely consider security for their homes and families whilst away as a matter of priority.“This should be at the forefront of their minds as robberies have become front-page news over the past few years and more than likely have involved players they know or even their own teammates.“These high-profile players can relieve the anxiety, stress and worry they must all get when leaving their families by contacting a security company and allowing them to provide support.“This will help the player to be fully focused on doing their job on the pitch.”The squad landed in Germany on Monday and headed to their Euros base at the 350-acre Weimarer Golf Hotel and Spa at Blankenhain, eastern Germany.Boss Southgate, 53, was keen to get his squad onto the training pitch yesterday to prepare for their tournament opener against Serbia on Sunday following the woeful 1-0 defeat to Iceland last week. More

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      Kylian Mbappe ‘snaps up £15m mansion in Beckham’s old neighbourhood’ next door to Real Madrid legend and Hollywood star

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      KYLIAN Mbappe has reportedly splashed out more than £15million on a mansion in Madrid.The French superstar, expected to sign for Real Madrid after confirming his exit from Paris Saint-Germain earlier this month, is said to have finalised the purchase on Tuesday afternoon.Kylian Mbappe has reportedly splashed out more than £15million on a mansion in MadridCredit: RexIt’s where David Beckham spent most of his time living when he was in the Spanish capitalCredit: GettyRichard Gere would become Mbappe’s neighbourCredit: GettyAs would Real Madrid legend Sergio Ramos and wife Pilar RubioCredit: Alamy Live NewsRespected Spanish daily La Razon says the house he has bought is in the exclusive Madrid suburb of La Moraleja, where David Beckham spent most of his time living when he was in the Spanish capital.And it says his neighbours will include former Real Madrid legend Sergio Ramos and his stunning model wife Pilar Rubio as well as Hollywood star Richard Gere and his Spanish publicist wife Alejandra Silva.La Razon said Mbappe, who has yet to officially announce where he will play football next season, said the striker had considered the gated estate of La Finca where Jude Bellingham lives and Cristiano Ronaldo still owns property as an option.But it reported the 25-year-old, who threw an extravagant party for 250 guests at a stylish Italian restaurant a short walk from the Eiffel Tower on Monday night, ended up opting for La Moraleja a 15-minute drive from Real Madrid’s Valdebebas training complex because it was “more comfortable.”READ MORE IN football The mansion he is said to have bought reportedly forms a ‘golden triangle’ with the homes of Ramos and Gere.Ramos’ place is close to the property Mbappe has purchased and the home the US actor shares with his wife is also near, according to La Razon.Spanish news website El Confidencial said the French footballer’s property purchase had been sealed following a “war between real estate companies that had lasted months.”La Moraleja has long been one of the favourites of LaLiga’s leading footballers and other household names in Spain.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSIt was a private estate belonging to a widowed marchioness until the middle of the 20th century before the construction of the first family homes.Some of its famous residents, including Spanish actress Ana Obregon who was once linked to Beckham during his time in Madrid, live on gated private estates with 27/4 security within the main La Moraleja estate.Watch Kylian Mbappe ‘fall in love in three seconds’ as he is caught out ogling glamorous influencerThe former England captain and his designer wife bought their old home there in June 2005 from a French couple for £3million.They sold it to a wealthy Spanish entrepreneur who headed a plastic waste disposal firm for £4.2million nearly ten years later and eight years after they moved out.Posh and Becks lived in rental properties before finding their dream home, which boasted an outdoor heated swimming pool, tennis courts, a small football pitch and a children’s play area.They spent £350,000 refurbishing the five-bed house, set in two acres of land, after consulting a Feng Shui expert.Police were called twice while they lived there – once after complaints from neighbours about noise when Becks celebrated his 31st birthday with a May 2006 party and six months later when three Japanese journalists mistaken for armed raiders sneaked into the grounds.Victoria and youngest son Cruz, then just 19 months, were inside the mansion at the time.READ MORE SUN STORIESA uniformed security guard pulled his revolver on the three men fearing they were a gang of hardened criminals and six police cars raced to the house before the intruders were released after proving their identities.Beckham offered to rent the property to ex-Real Madrid star Kaka when the Brazilian joined the Spanish club, but the striker and now-estranged wife Caroline Celico eventually decided to move to VIP bunker La Finca.La Moraleja is an affluent residential district of AlcobendasCredit: Alamy More