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      I have a perfect view of the pitch at a top stadium from my SOFA – it’s like living in my very own corporate box

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      A MAN who lives next to a stadium has a perfect view of the pitch – and he doesn’t even need to get off his sofa.Writer and stand-up comedian Richard Cobb has the best seat in the house every time AFC Wimbledon play at home.
      Richard Cobb has the best seat in the house every time AFC Wimbledon playCredit: TikTok /@therichardcobb
      His flat overlooks the club’s brand new Cherry Red Records StadiumCredit: TikTok /@therichardcobb
      Although a Hearts supporter, his flat overlooks the club’s brand new Cherry Red Records Stadium on Plough Lane.
      Richard took to TikTok to share a video of the near-perfect view of the south west London stadium.
      The footage shows the ground ahead of the League Two outfit’s clash with eighth-tier Ramsgate in the second round of the FA Cup.
      Richard films pre-match coverage on ITV4 on his TV before swivelling the camera to reveal his front room window overlooks the football pitch.
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      The video, captioned “ITV are in my garden”, has received 30,000 likes and nearly a million views.
      And fans were quick to comment on the viral post, with one saying: “Do you pay window license to watch live match?”
      Another suggested: “I’d be tempted to make money on the side, advertising the room as a hospitality box during games.”
      Richard replied: “Not sure a quarter bottle of Lidl blackcurrant juice and a leftover Mini Eggs Easter Egg will be adequate half-time cuisine.”
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      A third person wrote: “Class that like you’ve got yourself self a free season ticket.”
      The Plough Lane stadium’s completion marked an emotional return for a football club that had been torn away from its natural home since 2002.
      That was the year the Football Association agreed the old Wimbledon F.C. could relocate 60 miles north to Milton Keynes in Buckinghamshire to prevent it from going bankrupt.
      The players were dubbed the ‘crazy gang’ in the 1980s because of their FA Cup winning heroics – upsetting Liverpool in the 1988 final – and the antics of club heroes like midfield hardman Vinnie Jones.
      It comes after lifelong supporters David Kenwery and Liam Nolan bought a fourth floor two-bedroom, two-bathroom flat off-plan built within the grounds.
      Meanwhile neighbours fear their lives will be made even worse by boozy fans after AFC Wimbledon was given permission to serve alcohol all day.
      Richard took to TikTok to share a video of the near-perfect viewCredit: TikTok /@therichardcobb
      Blocks of flats adjoin the AFC Wimbledon stadium in south west LondonCredit: Getty More

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      Inside horror ‘pro hit’ on Kurt Zouma’s home by ‘organised gang’ who blindsided security to steal £100k in jewels & cash

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      NEIGHBOURS of Kurt Zouma have told of their horror after his home was broken into by an “organised gang” who escaped with £100,000 in cash and jewellery.The “highly professional” masked gang ransacked the held the West Ham captain’s home after striking just before midnight on Saturday while he was at home with his young family.
      Kurt Zouma was dramatically robbed
      Zouma had been home with wife Sandra and their kidsCredit: Instagram
      The break-in led to Zouma missing his team’s 1-1 Prem draw with Crystal Palace on Sunday – and saw cops warning neighbours about the organised gang.
      And yesterday, West Ham revealed the club was offering a £25,000 reward for information leading to the gang’s capture.
      Zouma, 29 – who is married to wife Sandra, Mum to his four young children – and his family had items of “significant value” and “sentimental importance” stolen from their £3million Essex home, the club said.
      And yesterday, neighbours on Zouma’s plush road told The Sun cops warned them the raiders were “no amateurs”.
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      One neighbour – who was visited by officers on Sunday – said: “We don’t know much about what happened, apart from the fact there was a break-in on Saturday night.
      “We heard it was a burglary and the family were home at the time.
      “There was one police car outside afterwards but they stayed there with the family for a few hours.
      “I think the burglars were quite experienced.
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      “Officers came round on Sunday and told us that the burglars were professionals. They said we want to tell you that they were not amateurs.
      “They said the break-in had been on the ground floor and to watch out for that. We think that they came in through the back garden.
      “We have security on this road – a guard that patrols here day and night and he was only parked a few driveways away when the break-in happened.
      “He can only see the front so if he didn’t see anything they must have got in through the back.”
      In a statement, Zouma’s Club said: “West Ham United has offered a £25,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and successful prosecution of burglars who broke into defender Kurt Zouma’s home on the eve of the Club’s Premier League fixture against Crystal Palace this weekend.
      “Kurt’s home was broken into on Saturday while all his family were in the house, leaving everyone present extremely distressed. While thankfully no one was harmed, it was a traumatic experience for the West Ham United defender, his wife and their young family.
      “The burglars took items of significant value and of huge personal and sentimental importance to the family.
      “The West Ham United family continue to offer Kurt’s family their full support.”
      Police raced to the detached £3million home– on an exclusive street where well-heeled neighbours hire private security – and stayed with the family for hours after Saturday night’s raid.
      Last February, The Sun revealed how Zouma has been caught on video slapping and kicking his cat last February – leading to a prosecution.
      Ex-Chelsea star issued a grovelling apology for actions after he was handed community service and fined.
      In the run-up to the club’s London derby against Palace on Sunday, West Ham said Zouma was unavailable for “personal reasons”.
      They did not elaborate on why he was missing from the match – as he stayed away to comfort his family.
      One resident on his street said they were not home at the time – but were aware of the break-in and had been warned to “stay vigilant”.
      The robbers are understood to have escaped with jewellery including high-end watches.
      Zouma – who has 11 caps for France – is married to wife Sandra, who he first met when they were teenagers in Lyon.
      They revealed in July they had welcomed their fourth child together.
      The £30 million star is the latest in a long line of footballers – including Raheem Sterling, Paul Pogba and Joao Cancelo – to be targeted by professional robbery gangs.
      A source said: “This was an extremely worrying attack and left Kurt and his family traumatised.
      “They were an aggressive and organised gang – and the house was completely ransacked.
      “Kurt and the family were put through a horrific ordeal, and are still struggling to speak about what happened.
      “Everyone at the club immediately knew it was incredibly serious – as he would not have missed a game otherwise.
      “But the raid is why he was not available on Sunday.
      How Zouma joins other football stars targeted by robbers
      December, 2021: Man City defender Joao Cancelo shares a picture of his battered and bruised face after he confronted four raiders who targeted his home in Hale while he was there with his family
      March 2022: Then-Man Utd star Paul Pogba’s home in Hale Barns, Greater Manchester is raided as he plays for the Red Devils in their home Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid.
      January 2022: Swedish defender Victor Lindelof’s home in Hale is targeted as he is in action for Man Utd away at Brentford. His terrified wife Maja locked herself and two young sons in a bathroom as intruders raided their house.
      January 2022: Ex -Man Utd star Jesse Lingard falls prey to ‘away day’ robbers who steal more than £100,000 of clothes and jewellery from his home in Bowdon, Greater Manchester as he plays for the club at Aston Villa.
      September 2022 – Then- Liverpool star Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain was at his Cheshire home with Little Mix fiancée Perrie Edwards and their young son when burglars broke in
      December 2022 – Chelsea ace Raheem Sterling jets home from the Qatar World Cup after raiders struck at his Surrey home.

      “It is a terrible thing to have happened – and everyone at the club is offering him their full support.
      “The player’s family are too scared to stay at the house – and have already talked of needing to move.
      “Kurt is a family man and in shock. He is worried about protecting his family.”
      West Ham’s Joint Chairman David Sullivan previously put up a £250,000 reward when a burglar broke into his £7.5 million Essex mansion while he was on holiday in In June 2017.
      The raider – believed to be the ‘Essex Spiderman’ who had targeted around 50 other properties – is believed to have been scared off by a high-tech alarm system and fled empty-handed.
      Last night, Mr Sullivan, 74, urged anyone with information about the burglars who targeted Zouma’s family to come forward.
      He said: “First and foremost, the thoughts of everyone connected to West Ham United are with Kurt and his family. To have someone break into your home is a terrifying experience and I hope this reward will help bring the individuals to justice and prevent others from going through a similar ordeal.”
      Essex Police told The Sun: “We were called shortly after 11.50pm on Saturday 2 December to reports of a burglary in west Essex.
      “It was reported suspects had gained entry to an address, before taking items including jewellery and watches.
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      “Our investigation into this incident is continuing.”
      •Anyone who has any relevant information should email confidential@westhamunited.co.uk with as much detail as possible, which will then be shared with the police.
      The horror comes just weeks after wife Sandra gave birth to their fourth childCredit: Instagram
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      Kurt Zouma terrified as raiders ‘steal £100k in cash and jewellery’ from West Ham star’s home while family were inside

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      FOOTIE ace Kurt Zouma was left terrified after armed raiders broke into his family home and escaped with £100,000 in cash and jewellery.The gang ransacked the West Ham captain’s house after striking on Saturday night while he was at home with his young family.
      Kurt Zouma was dramatically robbedCredit: Getty
      The horror comes just weeks after wife Sandra gave birth to their fourth childCredit: Instagram
      The break-in led to Zouma, 29, missing his team’s 1-1 Prem draw with Crystal Palace on Sunday – and saw cops warning neighbours about the gang.
      West Ham today revealed the club was offering a £25,000 reward for information leading to the gang’s capture.
      Police raced to the detached £3million home – on an exclusive street where well-heeled neighbours hire private security – and stayed with the family for hours after Saturday night’s raid.
      The robbers are understood to have escaped with jewellery including high-end watches. 
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      A source said: “This was an extremely worrying attack and left Kurt and his family traumatised.
      “They were an aggressive and organised gang – and the house was completely ransacked.
      “Kurt and the family were put through an horrific ordeal, and are still struggling to speak about what happened.
      “Everyone at the club immediately knew it was incredibly serious – as he would not have missed a game otherwise.
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      “But the raid is why he was not available on Sunday.
      “It is a terrible thing to have happened – and everyone at the club is offering him their full support.
      “The player’s family are too scared to stay at the house – and have already talked of needing to move.
      “Kurt is a family man and in shock. He is worried about protecting his family.”
      In the run-up to the club’s London derby against Palace on Sunday, West Ham said Zouma was unavailable for “personal reasons”.
      They did not elaborate on why he was missing from the match – as he stayed away to comfort his family.
      In a statement, the club said: “West Ham United has offered a £25,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and successful prosecution of burglars who broke into defender Kurt Zouma’s home on the eve of the Club’s Premier League fixture against Crystal Palace this weekend.
      “Kurt’s home was broken into on Saturday while all his family were in the house, leaving everyone present extremely distressed. While thankfully no one was harmed, it was a traumatic experience for the West Ham United defender, his wife and their young family. 
      “The burglars took items of significant value and of huge personal and sentimental importance to the family.
      “The West Ham United family continue to offer Kurt’s family their full support.”
      The French international is married to Sandra Zouma, who he first met when they were teenagers in Lyon.
      They revealed in July that they had welcomed their fourth child together.
      Last February, The Sun revealed how Zouma has been caught on video slapping and kicking his cat last February – leading to a prosecution.
      The ex-Chelsea star later issued a grovelling apology for his actions.
      How Zouma joins other football stars targeted by robbers
      December, 2021: Man City defender Joao Cancelo shares a picture of his battered and bruised face after he confronted four raiders who targeted his home in Hale while he was there with his family
      March 2022: Then-Man Utd star Paul Pogba’s home in Hale Barns, Greater Manchester is raided as he plays for the Red Devils in their home Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid.
      January 2022: Swedish defender Victor Lindelof’s home in Hale is targeted as he is in action for Man Utd away at Brentford. His terrified wife Maja locked herself and two young sons in a bathroom as intruders raided their house.
      January 2022: Ex -Man Utd star Jesse Lingard falls prey to ‘away day’ robbers who steal more than £100,000 of clothes and jewellery from his home in Bowdon, Greater Manchester as he plays for the club at Aston Villa.
      September 2022 – Then- Liverpool star Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain was at his Cheshire home with Little Mix fiancée Perrie Edwards and their young son when burglars broke in
      December 2022 – Chelsea ace Raheem Sterling jets home from the Qatar World Cup after raiders struck at his Surrey home.

      The £30million star is the latest in a long line of footballers – including Raheem Sterling, Paul Pogba and Joao Cancelo – to be targeted by professional robbery gangs.
      West Ham’s Joint Chairman David Sullivan encouraged anyone with information relating to the identity of the burglars to come forward.
      He said: “First and foremost, the thoughts of everyone connected to West Ham United are with Kurt and his family.
      “To have someone break into your home is a terrifying experience and I hope this reward will help bring the individuals to justice and prevent others from going through a similar ordeal.”
      Essex Police told The Sun: “We were called shortly after 11.50pm on Saturday 2 December to reports of a burglary in west Essex.
      “It was reported suspects had gained entry to an address, before taking items including jewellery and watches.
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      “Our investigation into this incident is continuing.”
      Anyone who has any relevant information should email confidential@westhamunited.co.uk with as much detail as possible, which will then be shared with the police.
      Zouma was forced to miss West Ham’s clash with Crystal PalaceCredit: Getty
      The footballer has been with Sandra since they were teenagers in FranceCredit: Instagram
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      I was West Ham captain & had a Ferrari on the drive… now I live in rented flat and almost went to jail over bankruptcy

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      A FORMER West Ham captain who once had a Ferrari on his drive now lives in a rented flat – and almost went to jail over his bankruptcy.Lucas Neill used to earn £40,000 a week as the Hammers’ skipper between 2007 and 2009.
      Lucas Neill captained West Ham from 2007 and 2009Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      The Aussie in action for the Irons in 2008Credit: Getty
      Neill played for Australia at the World CupCredit: AFP
      The Australian defender starred for the Socceroos at the 2006 and 2010 World Cups.
      At the height of his success he splashed out on a Ferrari and luxury holidays in the Maldives.
      But last week Neill appeared at Preston Crown Court charged with failing to declare money he never knew he had.
      The trial came after seven years of bankruptcy, with Neill facing three years in prison if convicted.
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      Neill has opened up about his financial ruin after a jury acquitted him in just 26 minutes.
      He told The Times: “Behind my chair in the dock were stairs going to the cells.
      “I’ve won my freedom, but I feel like I’ve lost in life.
      “I feel like I didn’t protect my family. And that hurts. I let my family down.”
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      Neill was accused of hiding more than £2million from his creditors as his money problems spiralled out of control.
      The star ploughed huge sums into a scheme which he thought would see him get big tax breaks in return for investing in British films.
      But HMRC ordered him to pay back £400,000 after probing the dodgy scheme – which had been touted to footballers by financial advisers.
      Neill was forced to sell over seven properties, losing money on each one.
      He then defaulted on a NatWest loan he had taken out to pay for a barn near Newcastle, which was held in an offshore fund.
      Neill was left owing the bank £737,000 – and was declared bankrupt in 2016.
      He said: “People couldn’t believe it, but I had nothing left. That was my rock bottom.
      “After 20 years of a football career and all this hard work, I’ve got nothing to show for it.”
      Neill forgot to mention 144 acres of land he had bought around the barn when listing his assets for repossession.
      The Insolvency Service probed Neill for seven years, leaving him unable to own a house or even buy a mobile phone contract.
      One morning his kids answered the door to bailiffs demanding a £400 council tax bill.
      But Neill has now been found not guilty of hiding the offshore money.
      He is now coaching women and girls at a football club while working for a tech firm.
      His lawyer Joseph Kotrie Monson said: “Now it’s time for him to enjoy his restored reputation and get back into the world of sport and broadcasting.” More

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      ‘Idiot football fans have no respect’ for our homes near stadium – rubbish is thrown in our gardens & streets are a dump

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      RESIDENTS living by a 170-year-old Premier League stadium say they are annoyed by its loud fans and the area has “turned into a dump”.Bramall Lane, the home of Sheffield United, ranked top in a poll of Prem grounds based on cost of a pint, food quality and atmosphere.
      Bramall Lane (pictured) has been voted the best Premier League groundCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Retired rig worker James Wilde says litter plagues the areaCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Segun Adewusi, 40, who has lived opposite the stadium for two years, with his daughter, six-year-old FaithCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      But neighbours of the historic 32,000-seater stadium have revealed how the area is plagued by litter, parking issues and chaotic traffic.
      Retired rig worker James Wilde, 73, said: “It’s turned into a bit of a s***hole. People go to the football once a week to chill out and most of them are well-behaved.
      “The problem I’ve got is with the area. There used to be a proper community. It’s been knackered over the past 20 years.
      “Most of the pubs have shut down and the houses around the stadium are all rented out to students. They buy takeaways and sling them everywhere. There’s cans of booze and bottles all over the place.
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      “I just think they’ve just got no respect for the place. On match days, you’ll get the occasional idiot who’s had too much to drink and wants to start a fight.
      “If I’ve got the windows open and they score, you can hear thousands of people enjoy themselves. It’s only annoying when I’m trying to watch the rugby on the telly.”
      On match days, there is a traffic exclusion zone in force on several residential streets surrounding the stadium.
      But James, a rugby league fan, said he has to battle for a space outside his terraced home – despite a residents’ permit scheme.
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      He added: “The parking can be annoying but that’s something that happens even when the football isn’t on. You’ll get people parking up and walking into town because it’s cheaper.”
      Another local, who asked not to be named, slammed the amount of litter in the area.
      He said: “The litter can be terrible and it doesn’t get cleared up for days.
      “For the money that Sheffield United pay their footballers, it baffles me that they can’t pay for someone to come out with a stick to pick it up.
      “Now and again you’ll see a council guy in his high-vis but you’ll be lucky if he collects half of it.”
      Sarah, 30, who lives opposite the stadium’s John Street stand, shared the litter annoyance.
      She added: “I make a note when a game is on so I’m not caught up in it.
      “I’ve had kids playing knock-a-door run and it can be noisy but the stewards do a good job of getting people in and out of the stadium quickly.
      “The litter is annoying afterwards – the council is okay but they don’t come and clear it straight away.”
      Bramall Lane ranked ahead of the 63,000-seater Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in second, and Brentford’s Gtech Community Stadium in third.
      But Segun Adewusi, 40, loves living opposite the ground with daughter, Faith, six.
      He said: “We love living around here. Sometimes it can be dirty with litter but most fans are respectful of the area and clean up after themselves.
      “The place is buzzing on a matchday and everyone wants to have a good time.
      “It’s a good club and they are part of our community.”
      Also thankful for Sheffield United are Grace Li and husband Kevin He, 51, whose Man Friday chip shop does a roaring trade on game days.
      They fried their way through 200kg of chips when Manchester United visited Bramall Lane last week.
      Grace, 40, said: “We have fans queuing down the street for our fish and chips.
      “There’s a huge economic benefit to Sheffield from having a team in the Premier League and we’re definitely very grateful for that.”
      Bottom of the league in Betting.com’s poll was West Ham’s 80,000-capacity London Stadium.
      fans bemoaned its £6.30 price for a pint and scored 2.4 for atmosphere — as fans are so far from the pitch.
      Luton’s Kenilworth Road and Arsenal’s Emirates were also in the bottom three.
      Visitors to the ground Edward Appah (left), 48, and his brother Seth, 40Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Grace Li and her husband Kevin, whose chip shop does a roaring trade on match daysCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd More

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      Lewis Hamilton ‘views stunning £12million Los Angeles mansion’ with infinity pool, putting green and motorised windows

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      LEWIS HAMILTON has viewed a stunning £12MILLION mansion in LA.The property comes complete with an infinity pool and its own putting green.
      Lewis Hamilton is reportedly in the market for a property in LACredit: Rex
      He is claimed to have toured this mansionCredit: Anthony Barcelo / COMPASS
      The property is worth £12millionCredit: Anthony Barcelo / COMPASS
      The seven-time World Champion, 38, is looking at adding to his global property portfolio, according to the New York Post.
      The report claims that the Mercedes star has now toured a six-bedroom.
      The property sits on a 0.38-acre site in the Hollywood Hills near the Sunset Strip.
      Hamilton’s potential new pad has a flat back garden which is rare in its location and views of the city.
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      The building is described as “industrial-style and modern”.
      It features vaulted ceilings, wood-panel details and motorised floor-to-ceiling glass doors.
      There is also an open living and dining area as well as a cinema room.
      The main bedroom comes with a stunning double-sided fireplace and a wrap balcony.
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      The house has stunning views of LACredit: Anthony Barcelo / COMPASS
      The house is in the Hollywood HillsCredit: Anthony Barcelo / COMPASS
      It has an industrial designCredit: Anthony Barcelo / COMPASS
      There are six bedroomsCredit: Anthony Barcelo / COMPASS
      It has its own putting green in the gardenCredit: Anthony Barcelo / COMPASS
      It also has a walk-in closet and a spa bath for the F1 star.
      Outside there are even more stunning features.
      The garden includes an infinity pool and an outdoor kitchen.
      There is also a fire pit and a putting green for the owner to keep up their golfing skills.
      The property is being listed by brokers Carl Gambino and John Bercsi of Compass.
      Hamilton already has properties in London, Monte Carlo and New York.
      There is an infinity pool to cool off in complete with sun loungersCredit: Anthony Barcelo / COMPASS
      There is an open living spaceCredit: Anthony Barcelo / COMPASS
      It has a lovely kitchenCredit: Anthony Barcelo / COMPASS
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      Sir Alex Ferguson’s £3.5M mansion with games room, country views & carpets unique to Man Utd legend revealed in pictures

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      SIR Alex Ferguson has put his £3.5m home up for sale following the death of his wife Cathy.The legend’s five-bedroom, 7,000 square foot property in Wilmslow,Cheshire comes complete with a stylish open plan kitchen and games room.
      Sie Alex Ferguson’s luxurious 7.000 square foot property in Wilmslow, CheshireCredit: Andy Kelvin
      The eye-catching home has a chandelier dangling in the hallwayCredit: LY Property, Cheshire
      Photos of the property also reveal a dazzling hallway chandelier, en-suite bathrooms and perfectly manicured lawns.
      The former Manchester United gaffer likely left off steam in his charming game room – decorated with art work, oak bookcases and a snooker table.
      The property also has a unique ‘Ferguson clan’ tartan carpet adorned on the staircase.
      Estate agents say: “This impressive, deceptively spacious detached is…positioned within a very private, gated and secure plot.
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      “It boasts approximately 7,000 sq ft.”
      Sir Alex decided to sell the property following the death of his wife, the Mirror reported.
      Lady Cathy Ferguson passed away in October aged 84, and is survived by her husband, their three sons, two sisters, 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
      He was among the mourners at Sir Bobby Charlton’s funeral earlier this month. Sir Alex has said his wife, who he met in 1964, was a “bedrock” in his life.
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      Fergie’s time living at the luxurious gaff wasn’t without its share of controversy.
      In 2020, Sir Alex lost a planning battle after he objected strongly to next door’s application to demolish a two-storey house and build a three-storey mansion.
      Fergie’s lawyers sent a five-page opposition letter to planners.
      He claimed his privacy would be affected by removal of trees which would also impact the character of the area.
      He said the removal of trees was “likely to have a significant impact on the character of the area and the existing privacy standards afforded”.
      But planners decided to allow the scheme to ahead.
      Sir Alex will sell the property following the death of his wife CathyCredit: Reuters
      The legend’s games roomCredit: LY Property, Cheshire
      Sir Alex’s ensuite bedroomCredit: LY Property, Cheshire
      The ‘Ferguson clan’ tartan carpet staircaseCredit: LY Property, Cheshire
      The property boasts a plush bathroomCredit: LY Property, Cheshire
      The former Manchester United manager has decided to sell the propertyCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd More

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      Tyson Fury’s dream £4million mansion plans knocked out again after bats drama

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      WORLD boxing champ Tyson Fury’s £4million mansion plans have been floored again — this time by birds.The heavyweight king has been told that featherweight flappers flocking to ponds or fruit trees on his land may be a hazard to nearby jets.
      World heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury’s plans to expand his home have been dealt a blowCredit: Getty
      He has already given up on hopes of demolishing a house on the site after bats were found roosting in a loft.
      Instead, he hoped to extend the existing eight-bedroom home and install a basement music room, games area, breakfast and garden rooms and a cinema.
      But the safeguarding authority at nearby Manchester airport has told him birds could be attracted to the Cheshire site if planned cherry trees are planted or if there is any open water — including swimming pools.
      Only sterile or rarely-fruiting trees must be used, it said.
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      In its planning consultation response, the authority gives its reasons as “flight safety” and “bird strike avoidance”.
      Birds being sucked into jets or hitting aircraft windscreens can cause major accidents.
      The experts said: “Robust measures are to be taken to prevent species of birds hazardous to aircraft being attracted to the site.”
      The WBC champ also cannot use exterior uplighting in case it distracts pilots.
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      The home needs a big overhaul. Aerial images show it looking like a dumping ground for used cars and strewn with litter.
      Fury and Paris currently live with their six children in a £1.7million home in ­Morecambe, Lancs.
      His move will take him closer to boxer brother Tommy and Love Island girlfriend Molly-Mae Hague, both 23, who have a £3.5million mansion nearby.
      Tyson and wife Paris plan to renovate the basement, add on two side extensions and an eight-metre rear extension More