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    Meet Saffie Khan: Model who is expecting a baby with England and Liverpool star Curtis Jones

    SAFFIE KHAN is a model and social media influencer who’s in a relationship with rising Liverpool star Curtis Jones.The couple made headlines with the joyous announcement in May 2024 that they are expecting their first child.Saffie Khan and her partner Curtis Jones, who stars for Liverpool and EnglandCredit: instagram @saffiekhan_Who is Saffie Khan?Saffie Khan has built a substantial following on social media platforms.As of October 10, 2024, she has almost 70k followers on Instagram, where she regularly shares glimpses of her life and modelling work.Her striking looks and fashionable posts have garnered her a dedicated fan base, contributing to her status as an influencer. Saffie is signed to M Models Management and has appeared in various fashion shoots.read more on curtis jonesRelationship with Curtis JonesSaffe and Liverpool and England ace Curtis Jones began dating in 2019, but until recently kept their romance private on social media.Curtis has been a rising star in football since his youth, joining Liverpool’s youth academy in 2010, before being promoted to the first team in 2018 at the age of 17.Jones was a bit-part player when Liverpool won the Premier League in 2020 and the FA Cup in 2022, but has become an important part of the squad in the last two years.His fine form was rewarded with an England call up by Lee Carsley in October 2024, who previously coached Jones when he helped England Under-21s win the U21 Euros in 2023.Most read in FootballJones and Saffie’s romance has become a point of interest for football fans and celebrity-watchers alike.Pregnancy announcementOn May 15, 2024, Saffie and Curtis shared the exciting news of her pregnancy through a joint Instagram post.Fans and players old and new were quick to congratulate the happy couple.Liverpool’s Owen Beck wrote “Congrats to both of you”, while Daniel Sturrage posted “Congrats bro”.Liverpool ace Curtis Jones aims sly dig at Arsenal for ‘stealing their stuff’ after wild celebrations following huge winOther Reds legends who shared their good wishes with the happy couple include Ryan Gravenberch, Bobby Clark, Stefan Bajcetic, Tyler Morton, Rhian Brewster, Rhys Williams and Neco Williams.In October 2024, Saffie shared a pregnancy update on Instagram.She said: “Ready for my autumn baby.”One follower commented: “What a perfect time of year to have a baby too, so much indoor bonding time! You look gorgeous! So excited for you.” Saffie and Curtis revealed they are expecting in an Insta postCredit: instagram @saffiekhan_Another gushed: “Gorgeous lady, so excited for you.” A third added: “So stunning.”Saffie has used Instagram to keep her followers updated on her pregnancy journey.Her openness about the experience has further endeared her to fans.READ MORE SUN STORIESAs they navigate this new phase of their lives, it seems likely that Saffie will continue to share updates and insights through her social media accounts.And her profile is likely to continue rising — both as a model, and as a partner to one of England’s top young footballers. More

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    Meet Amanda Kimberlly: Model who is mother to Brazilian icon Neymar’s third child

    AMANDA Kimberlly is a Brazilian model and social media influencer who gave birth to Neymar’s third child.Here we take a look at her background and connection to the famous footballer.Amanda Kimberlly is a model and influencerCredit: INSTAGRAM @akimberllyaWho is Amanda Kimberlly?Amanda Kimberlly was born on October 7, 2001.She hails from Parana, Brazil, but has settled in the country’s capital city, Sao Paulo.Kimberlly came to prominence by appearing on the Brazilian dating reality show Are You the One? in 2016.Model and influencerKimberlly is a model and an influencer who has amassed a significant following on social media.read more on neymarShe has a million followers on Instagram as of October 8, 2024.Despite her impressive audience, she maintains a relatively low profile on the platform, having shared around only 25 posts.Her content showcases her modelling career — stylish photos featuring her in various fashionable outfits.Charity workBeyond her modelling career and newfound motherhood, Kimberlly is also involved in charitable work.Most read in FootballShe works with an organisation called Project Gaia, but details of her role are not available.Although most of Kimberlly’s lines of employment are very much in the public eye, it seems she does her best to maintain a relatively low profile.Neymar slashes team-mate’s tyres in response to harmless shoelace prank as fans say ‘that’s a bit extreme’Relationship with NeymarThe exact nature and timeline of Kimberlly’s relationship with Neymar remains somewhat unclear.Their connection became public knowledge when rumours began circulating in January 2024 that Neymar was expecting a child with a Brazilian model.The gossip was particularly controversial because it emerged shortly after Neymar had separated from Bruna Biancardi, with whom he had welcomed a daughter named Mavie in October 2023.It appears that Kimberlly’s pregnancy might have resulted from a brief affair with Neymar, which reportedly occurred while the footballer was recovering from a knee injury.Amanda Kimberlly is also the mother of Neymar’s third childCredit: INSTAGRAM @akimberllyaThis suggests the apparent fling was relatively short-lived and may have overlapped with Neymar’s previous relationship.There is no indication that Neymar and Kimberlly are in a romantic relationship.They reportedly don’t even follow each other on social media platforms, suggesting their connection is primarily centred around baby Helena.DNA test controversyWhen news of Kimberlly’s pregnancy first broke, Neymar reportedly demanded a DNA test to confirm his paternity.Neymar reportedly demanded a DNA test to prove he was the fatherCredit: GettyThis request came amid rumours of his infidelity while still in a relationship with his ex Biancardi.The situation was further complicated by the fact that Kimberlly was already three months pregnant when the news became public, coinciding with Neymar’s recovery period from the knee injury.In January 2023, Brazilian tabloid Portal LeoDias reported: “Neymar is going to be a father for the third time.“The mother is a Brazilian model who is three months pregnant.Amanda Kimberlly also works for the charityCredit: INSTAGRAM @akimberllya“She fell pregnant while they were having an affair, including while the footballer was recovering from a knee injury.”There is concern about the health of the baby’s mother, who recently had to undergo some treatments.“The pregnancy was a surprise, but they were having a romance.”Birth of HelenaHelena, Neymar’s third child, was born on July 7, 2024.The news of her birth was announced by Neymar on his Instagram account, where he shared a series of photos featuring the newborn. Neymar wrote: “You are already much loved by this family! Welcome my daughter!”READ MORE SUN STORIESKimberlly also took to social media to announce Helena’s birth, sharing a photo of the baby’s foot and thanking God for the blessing of her daughter.She also expressed gratitude to her family and the medical team who assisted during the delivery. More

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    F1 team chief Flavio Briatore, 74, ‘rekindles romance with 44-year-old model ex-wife Elisabetta Gregoraci’

    F1 heavyweight Flavio Briatore has rekindled his romance with former wife Elisabetta Gregoraci, according to reports in Italy.Briatore – who currently works as a special advisor to F1 team Alpine and part-owned QPR from 2007 to 2011 – married Elisabetta in 2008. Former model wife Elisabetta Gregoraci is the ex-wife of Flavio BriatoreCredit: InstagramElisabetta got married to Alpine special advisor Briatore in 2008Credit: InstagramElisabetta has one son with BriatoreCredit: InstagramThe couple, who split in 2017, pictured here in 2014Credit: Getty – ContributorThe couple are now linked with a rekindlingCredit: Getty Images – GettyTwo years later they welcomed son Nathan into the world but by 2017 the couple separated after nine years of marriage. Briatore, 71, already had a daughter, Leni Olumi Klum, from a previous marriage to German-American model and TV host Heidi Klum.Elisabetta, 44, has been romantically linked with Florentine entrepreneur Giulio Fratini in recent years.But reports in Italy state the two have drifted apart while Elisabetta remains close with Briatore. READ MORE IN F1Briatore meanwhile has been linked with Naomi Campbell, former Ralph Lauren model Kat Mack, and Polish model Marzena Cieslik in the past. The former team principal of Renault F1 recently posed for a “family selfie” with his two ex-wives and son Nathan and daughter Leni.Now, according to Dagiospa and Gazzetta dello Sport, Briatore and Elisabetta – who are almost 30-years apart in age – have rekindled their romance.But that is not the only love drama to hit the F1 track.Most read in MotorsportBritish driving sensation Oliver Bearman is reportedly caught up in a love triangle.The 19-year-old reserve driver is rumoured to have broken up with girlfriend Estelle Oglivy. TikToker Estelle Ogilvy’s glam life as she splits time between jetting to watch F1 boyfriend Oliver Bearman and studying But the aspiring model is said to be getting back with another up and coming F1 star ex.Bearman, who made a sensational F1 debut earlier this year for Ferrari, was previously dating Oglivy – a 22-year-old law graduate who has over 130,000 followers on Instagram.But the pair seem to have called quits on their relationship, despite Ogliviy heading out to support Bearman during his one and only F1 appearance back in March in Saudi Arabia.According to @F1GossipOfficial, a gossip social media account that follows the latest off-track news from F1, the pair have unfollowed each other on Instagram.Oglivy has also unfollowed F1 team Haas, who Bearman has secured a full-time seat with from 2025.The social media activity has sparked rumours of a split.And another online decision from Oglivy, who is of French and British heritage, is leading people to believe she has returned to date ex-boyfriend Franco Colapinto.Colapinto, 21, is currently competing in F1 for Williams where he replaced Logan Sargeant after the 2024 Dutch Grand Prix.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Argentine driver was previously rumoured to be dating Oglivy before she went public with Bearman.And since the apparent breakup from Brit sensation Bearman, Oglivy has re-followed ex Colapinto – sparking rumours of the pair rekindling their relationship.Oliver Bearman could have found himself caught up in an F1 love triangleCredit: AlamyThe rising star appears to have broken up with girlfriend Estelle OglivyCredit: Instagram/silly_lettuceOglivy has sparked rumours of a return to an ex-boyfriendCredit: Instagram / @silly_lettuceThe law graduate has re-followed Williams driver Franco ColapintoCredit: Getty More

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    Premier League star mysteriously arrives to international duty with face fully covered in bizarre fashion statement

    LIVERPOOL star Ibrahima Konate has turned heads after mysteriously hiding his identity with an eccentric fashion statement.Konate arrived at France’s Clairefontaine base to join up with his team-mates ahead of their upcoming Nations League matches.Ibrahima Konate wore a green mask while reporting for France dutyCredit: AFPKonate left the photographers guessing with his bizarre fashion statementCredit: AFPThe Liverpool ace looked happy as he unzipped his long mask for the pressCredit: GettyHe struck a pose before heading into France’s Clairefontaine training baseCredit: GettyThe 25-year-old, known for his solid defensive partnership in the Premier League with Virgil van Dijk, has showcased his personality off the pitch.Konate has received attention on social media after rocking up to training in a green hood zipped up to conceal his face.The centre-back had the waiting photographers guessing as they couldn’t identify who had proudly stepped out of the car.Konate took a few steps towards the photographers before he laughed and said: “You don’t know who I am? Try to guess.”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHe wore a checked black flannel suit over the top of the green underlay with chunky black shoes as he posed for pictures.Konate then unzipped the bold face mask before he headed up the stairs and turned to pose again while sticking a “peace” V-sign up along the way.He then escaped into the France HQ reception area with a camera man following him.Unlike England stars, who all wear team tracksuits with the odd flash bag to St George’s Park, France players often show off their eccentric fashion tastes while reporting for international duty.Most read in FootballFrance forward Bradley Barcola also reported for international duty in styleCredit: AFPFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBarcelona star Jules Kounde again wore an extravagant outfit in the pouring rain after rocking up to Euro 2024 duty in heels earlier this year.While Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola joined them with his more toned down statement of a French beret shortly after.Dominic Solanke handed first England call-up in seven years as Lee Carsley leaves Jarrod Bowen and Harry Maguire out France face Israel in Hungary due to the security situation in the Middle East before travelling to Belgium next Monday.Kylian Mbappe has been left out of the squad after spending time on the Real Madrid sidelines with a hamstring issue.Liverpool are looking to get Konate tied down to a new contract, with initial talks having taken place with his representatives. The France international’s current deal runs until the summer of 2026.Konate has made 99 appearances since arriving from RB Leipzig for £36m in 2021, and scored his first Prem goal at Wolves a fortnight ago. More

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    Ronaldinho’s son, 19, moves to England with influencer girlfriend as he follows in Barcelona legend’s footsteps

    RONALDINHO’S son has moved to England and is set to play for Burnley.Joao Mendes, 19, has made a permanent move to the UK with his girlfriend Giovanna Buscacio, 24.Ronaldinho’s son Joao Mendes has moved to England with his girlfriendCredit: @giobuscacio/NewsflashMendes is following in his father Ronaldinho’s footsteps in footballCredit: @_mendesjoao_/NewsflashMendes is set to play for Burnley in the ChampionshipCredit: @_mendesjoao_/NewsflashMendes has moved to the UK with his influencer girlfriend Giovanna BuscacioCredit: @_mendesjoao_/NewsflashGiovanna has over 131,000 followers on InstagramCredit: @giobuscacio/NewsflashMendes was pictured with a Clarets shirt in August after reportedly signing with the Championship outfit.Reports now suggest the winger, who could start out in Burnley’s Under-21 side, has now moved to Manchester.The Brazilian has reportedly been living in Manchester since September with his influencer girlfriend with whom he’s been with for two years.Giovanna has over 131,000 followers on Instagram and has been sharing several snaps on social media showing their new life in England.Read More on FootballMendes has been following in his father’s footsteps since the age of 13 when he started playing club football in Brazil.The led the forward to Barcelona’s famous La Masia academy where he played until June.Mendes’ contract with Burnley will reportedly run for the next two years.Ronaldinho, 44, burst onto the scene in the 2002 World Cup when he helped Brazil lift the trophy by beating Germany in the final.Most read in ChampionshipThat led to a lucrative move to Barcelona in 2003 where he amassed a staggering total of 94 goals and 71 assists in 207 appearances.The star forward also won two LaLiga titles, the 2005 Ballon d’Or and the 2006 Champions League during his five-year stint with Barca.Watch as Lamine Yamal, 17, stars alongside Ronaldinho and Barcelona legends in incredible new kit advertThe Brazil legend rolled credits on his 17-year career, which also saw him playing for Paris Saint-Germain and AC Milan, in 2015 with 33 goals in 97 caps.Giovanna has already started sharing snaps from their new life in EnglandCredit: @giobuscacio/NewsflashMendes is set to start playing for Burnley’s Under-21 sideCredit: @_mendesjoao_/NewsflashGiovanna shares a series of glam pics on social mediaCredit: @giobuscacio/NewsflashGiovanna will be rooting for Mendes from the standsCredit: @giobuscacio/Newsflash More

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    Leicester fan’s fury after cheeky players message daughter-in-law.. even before big games

    A LEICESTER City fan has complained to the club after some of its stars cheekily contacted his pretty daughter-in-law on social media.The woman, 29, told friends one player who got in touch just before a big game “should be training” rather than messaging her.A Leicester City fan has complained to the club that some of its stars are getting a kick out of contacting his pretty daughter-in-law on social mediaCredit: TwitterThe Foxes are winless after last season’s promotionCredit: PAThe players are understood to have noticed her after she shared dozens of snaps on social media of her in a Leicester stripThe players are understood to have noticed her after she shared dozens of snaps on social media of her in a Leicester kit.Winger Abdul Fatawu, 20, sent her a blue heart symbol last Saturday — hours before the Foxes played at Arsenal in the Prem.His team, without a win so far this season, went down 4-2 after conceding two late goals, with the Ghana star making a late substitute appearance. It led to the woman, who we are not identifying, asking her pals: “Why is he messaging me this? He should be training.”Read More on SportThere is no suggestion anything inappropriate has occurred but the scale of the friend requests has irritated the fan. She fears Leicester’s millionaire aces have shared her online profile and are seeing who can befriend her first as some sort of “dressing room banter”.The woman told pals midfielder Hamza Choudhury, 27, also on the bench last Saturday, has contacted her on Instagram four times.She has also been approached online by two who recently played for the club but are now elsewhere. Most read in FootballHarry Souttar, 25, on loan at Sheffield United, and Man City ace Callum Doyle, 21, loaned to Leicester last season, are thought to be among a number of players to send her a single friend request.The woman — a teacher — even claims that on one day in May, she received four friend requests in the same minute from four players linked to the club at some point.Leicester City Players Under Fire for Harassing FanShe told pals on social media: “Honestly wtf”. And a friend replied: “You’re the talk of the dressing room.” A family source said yesterday: “There’s obviously no problem with attempting to follow someone; that’s social media. But she is clearly the subject of conversations among the players.“Seeing as they haven’t won all season, you’d hope they’d have better things to do.“We love Leicester City and don’t want them to become Pester City.”The Sun is aware of correspondence between the woman’s family and the club — promoted to the Premier League after winning the Championship last season.Her father-in-law said: “She’s a massive Leicester fan, so I can only assume she has caught the eye through that.READ MORE SUN STORIES“It’s making her pretty self-conscious, especially as she’s in a relationship with my son.”It is understood that Leicester City are happy there has been no inappropriate messaging.Harry Souttar is understood to be among a number of players to send her just one friend requestCredit: GettyAbdul Fatawu sent her a blue heart symbol last Saturday — hours before the Foxes played at Arsenal in the PremCredit: GettyCallum Doyle is also understood to have sent her a friend requestCredit: GettyThe woman told pals midfielder Hamza Choudhury has contacted her on Instagram four timesCredit: Getty More

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    Cristiano Ronaldo’s Wag Georgina Rodriguez sets pulses racing as she shares ‘belfie’ from steamy gym workout

    GEORGINA RODRIGUEZ has set pulses racing by sharing a snap from her steamy gym workout.The model and influencer left little to the imagination with her latest Instagram “belfie”.Georgina Rodríguez has set pulses racing with her steamy gym workout ‘belfie’Credit: InstagramThe model shared the racy snap to her Instagram storyCredit: GettyShe flaunted her physique in the mirror after working up a sweat in the weight room.In a snap posted to her Instagram story, Georgina showed off her bum as she looked back for the mirror selfie.Her fans were treated to a glimpse of her gym outfit too as she posed in a black top and skimpy orange shorts.Georgina shared the snap with her 63.7million followers on the platform.READ MORE ON GEORGINAIt comes after she posed naked for a stunning recent photoshoot.She bared it all for GUESS’ new campaign, covering herself with handbags in one picture.Georgina posed in a range of dresses and bold outfits for the campaign.Meanwhile, she is also no stranger for uploading a “belfie” to social media.Most read in FootballRodriguez has been dating Cristiano Ronaldo since 2016Credit: InstagramShe is no stranger to sharing glamorous snaps from her life to social mediaCredit: InstagramRodriguez recently posed naked for GUESS’ new fashion campaignCredit: The Mega AgencyThe 30-year-old caught the eye back in 2019 during a romantic getaway with Cristiano Ronaldo.During the couple’s holiday to Dubai, Georgina posed for a string of sultry selfies.Moment naked couple pack on PDA sailing past Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina RodriguezAmongst them was a snap of herself flaunting her bum in the reflection on a door.Ronaldo could even be seen checking out his girlfriend in the background of the photo.The couple have been together since 2016, with Georgina the mother of two of Ronaldo’s children.Inside the glamorous world of Georgina Rodriguez…Georgina lives a life to be enviedCredit: InstagramThe stunning partner of Ronaldo offers insights into her world using her social channelsCredit: instagram @georginagioShe met Ronaldo whilst working as a shop girl at DiorCredit: The Mega AgencyShe is now the mother to his five children, two of which Georgina is the maternal motherCredit: EPAGeorgina loves luxury holidays and can often be seen on mega yachtsCredit: Instagram @georginagioShe travels almost exclusively by private jetCredit: Georgina RodríguezThe Argentine beauty is a regularly at the Venice film festival where she can be seen turning headsCredit: GettyGeorgina is loved by fashion magazines for her sense of styleCredit: Alamy More

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    Chris Eubank Jr reveals shock talks to fight Conor McGregor and opens up on ‘crazy’ night out with ‘very drunk’ UFC star

    CHRIS EUBANK JR has revealed shock talks to fight Conor McGregor – after the pair enjoyed a “crazy” night out in Dubai. Eubank returns to the ring on October 12 in Saudi Arabia against Kamil Szeremeta. Chris Eubank Jr pictured with Conor McGregorCredit: instagram @chriseubankjrAnd ahead of the bout, DAZN went through the middleweight’s Instagram pictures to probe him on the origins of his posts. One included him and McGregor putting their fists up to the camera. And Eubank said: “This was a crazy night out in Dubai. Conor was very drunk.”And we had a great time. You know, there’s actually been talks of me and him actually having a boxing match at some point.READ MORE IN BOXING”The fans have said that they want to see that. How interesting that would be.”That’s definitely something that I’m open to exploring, let’s just say that.”McGregor, 36, put his UFC career on hold in 2017 to fight Floyd Mayweather, 47, losing in ten rounds. Eubank, 35, was actually in Mayweather’s training camp and received words of praise from McGregor. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe said: “I like Chris Eubank Sr. And Jr’s not bad, Jr’s good as well. “Jr’s got some good work rate and he’s a confident young man he follows in his father’s footsteps.” Boxing world champion breaks silence to confirm talks to fight Conor McGregor in never-before-seen two-bout deal Eubank’s last fight came in September 2023 when he stopped Liam Smith, 36, in ten rounds of their rematch seven months after losing in the fourth. McGregor meanwhile has been out since 2021 when he suffered a broken leg in the octagon. And he suffered a further setback when his June 29 return against Michael Chandler, 38, was cancelled due to a toe injury. McGregor recently revealed boxing star Terence Crawford, 37, turned down a never-before-seen two-fight cage and ring deal. More