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    Wayne Rooney ready to fill new house husband role as Coleen chooses between clutch of lucrative TV offers

    WAYNE Rooney yesterday bagged a new role for 2025 as house husband — after leaving his manager’s job at Plymouth.His exit comes as wife Coleen plans a TV career after her successful stint on I’m A Celebrity.Wayne Rooney has left his manager’s job at Plymouth ArgyleCredit: RexMeanwhile, wife Coleen is ­mulling over a clutch of ‘very attractive’ telly offersCredit: RexColeen is ­mulling over a clutch of “very attractive” telly offers while hubby Wayne prepares to take over the reins at home, sources said last night.The couple are preparing for a sudden reversal of roles after Wayne, 39, left the ­manager’s seat at struggling Plymouth Argyle yesterday.The former England and Manchester United striker will return home to their four children – ­leaving Coleen, 38, to focus on her flourishing TV career in the wake of her star turn on I’m A Celebrity.The Sun understands she is weighing up “four or five” TV deals which could see her sitting ­alongside the likes of screen stars Holly ­Willoughby, Lorraine Kelly and Cat Deeley.READ MORE ON WAYNE ROONEYColeen, who finished second on I’m A Celeb, said after leaving the jungle that she was looking forward to seeing her boys and Wayne before considering her next move.But sources insisted last night it was now “her time to shine” after Championship outfit Plymouth Argyle announced that Wayne had left by mutual consent following a dismal run of form.A source said: “Coleen is sad that Wayne has lost his job because she knows how much work he put into it and how much he loves being a football manager.“But every cloud has a silver ­lining and it means that he will be back home with her and the boys and will give her more confidence that she can grab hold of whatever opportunities come her way.Most read in Football“Since leaving Australia she has tried to focus on her kids as it was very hard to be away from them for so long.“But she is aware there is huge interest in her and offers from TV companies and shows have been flooding in. There are four or five very attractive offers already on the table.Wayne Rooney hits out at speculation he took mystery woman back to his flat and says ‘it’s simply not true’“Wayne being back home will allow her to give them her full consideration.“Wayne’s football career has always taken precedence and rightly so given how successful he’s been. But it seems like it’s now Coleen’s time to shine. She’s supported him for the past 20 years so now it might be his time to play second fiddle to Coleen.”Coleen — who lives in the North West with sons Kai, 15, Klay, 11, Kit, eight and Cass, six — told last month how she had previously turned down TV offers because she had “a lot going on”.She said of her decision to do I’m A Celebrity: “I was ready to go in. My kids are that little bit older and I felt like I could leave them and be at ease. And also, within myself, I have had a lot going on in the past and I haven’t felt ready. Whereas I thought, ‘You know what, give it a go’. I love the show and it was a challenge. I don’t regret anything.”Meanwhile her husband — who enjoyed a glittering playing career before embarking on management — has been struggling at the other end of the country at Plymouth.The team has not won since November 5, enduring several heavy defeats, before losing 2-0 to relegation rivals Oxford United on Sunday.The club said yesterday: “Plymouth Argyle can confirm that the club and Head Coach Wayne Rooney have mutually agreed to part ways with immediate effect.“We would like to thank Wayne and his team for all their efforts and wish them well for the future.”It came less than 24 hours after Wayne angrily hit out at allegations he had taken a mystery woman back to his rented flat.He explained that she and a male friend had innocently given him a lift.Wayne said: “I am aware of a video circulating online. The video shows a man and woman looking around my apartment. The couple kindly gave me a lift home and were in there at the same time as my son who was visiting.”Coleen, who was pictured with her children watching Manchester United at Old Trafford on Monday night, was said to be “unconcerned” by the video.Coleen will focus on her flourishing TV career in the wake of her star turn on I’m A CelebCredit: RexRooney burst on to the scene as a 16-year-old at Everton before moving to Manchester United, where he became the club’s all-time top scorer, with 253 goals.He landed a string of trophies during his time at Old Trafford, including five Premier League titles and the Champions League. He also won 120 caps for England and scored 53 goals.After a spell in the States with DC United, Rooney joined Derby County as a player in January 2020, before being appointed manager 12 months later.Derby were relegated from the Championship at the end of the following season, but had been in administration and suffered a 21-point deduction. He quit the club in June 2022.Rooney then went back across the Atlantic to the MLS with DC United the following month, winning his first game in charge.But his side picked up just nine points from their last 14 games and they mutually parted ways at the end of the season.The former England captain then joined Birmingham City in October 2023 with the club in sixth place in the Championship.But he lost his job in January last year after losing nine of 15 games and spent time out of football before Plymouth Argyle came calling in May.Rooney’s Argyle side were struggling in the Championship when he was axedCredit: GettyNow unemployed, Wayne is ready to be a house husband and care for his four boysCredit: Coleen Rooney/InstagramColeen was pictured with her children watching Manchester United at Old Trafford on Monday nightCredit: InstagramHE’S EX MANAGER OF MONTHOUTGOING Plymouth boss Wayne Rooney appears as the January star of the club’s 2025 calendar.One fan posted online: “This is awkward.”Another joked: “They put him in January and he didn’t even survive that long!”A tale of two RooneysWAYNE and Coleen Rooney have been together for more than 20 years.Here we look at the paths their lives have taken.Wayne made his pro debut for Everton at 16Credit: News Group Newspapers LtdColeen released fitness DVD Coleen McLoughlin’s Brand New Body in 20052002: Wayne makes pro debut for Everton at 16.Later becomes Premier League’s then-youngest goalscorer.Clothing shop worker Coleen starts dating Wayne aged 16.2003: Wayne becomes England’s youngest scorer against Macedonia, four months after debut at 17 against Australia.Coleen accepts Wayne’s garage forecourt proposal before landing a small role in soap Hollyoaks.2004 to 2006: Wayne stars at the Euros before a £30million move to Manchester United.Coleen releases fitness DVD Coleen McLoughlin’s Brand New Body in 2005.Appears on Tonight with Trevor McDonald about sister Rosie’s Rett syndrome in 2006.2007 to 2010: Wayne wins first Premier League title in 2007 and first Champions League trophy in 2008.Coleen releases series of books, ITV series Coleen’s Real Women, and fronts campaigns for Asda and Littlewoods.Couple wed in 2008.First son Kai born in 2009.2010 to 2018: Wayne breaks Sir Bobby Charlton’s goalscoring records for England and Man United.Re-signs for Everton in 2017 then joins MLS side D.C. United in 2018.Coleen gives birth to Klay in 2013, Kit in 2016 and Cass in 2018.2019 to 2023: Wayne is player-manager at Derby County from 2020 to 2022 then D.C. United manager for 15 months.Coleen makes infamous Wagatha Christie post on social media in 2019 claiming Rebekah Vardy had leaked stories from her Instagram.Their High Court libel trial features in a Channel 4 drama, Disney+ and ITV documentary and West End play.READ MORE SUN STORIES2024: Wayne becomes Plymouth Argyle manager in May. Sacked seven months later.Coleen is runner-up in I’m A Celebrity . . . Get Me Out of Here. More

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    The ‘once-hairiest man on TV’ shows off amazing transformation as presenter reveals progress of his hair transplant

    FORMER Sky Sports host Richard Keys has shown off his incredible transformation thanks to a HAIR TRANSPLANT.And it will suit his self-proclaimed moniker of the ‘once-hairiest man on TV’.Former Sky Sports host Richard Keys showed off the ‘before’ shot of his headCredit: instagram @richardkeysofficialThis is the journey Keys, who was sacked by Sky, is onCredit: instagram @richardkeysofficialThe British Hair Clinic in Essex uploaded a clip of the now-BeIN presenter showing off his locks on TikTok.Pointing at his re-growth, Keys, who married his daughter’s best friend after leaving his wife for her, says: “The once-hairiest man on TV has done a little bit today to restore his reputation. “I’m laughing because I’ve heard the joke.”What an irony that someone who spent his lifetime trying to remove hair finds himself in the British Hair Clinic looking for them to add hair. I mean, you couldn’t make it up really.”But here we are, at the direction of Jason McAteer, who’s been through this process and looks well for it – at least that’s what he told me – and Sam Matterface, a very good friend of mine.”Sam, I spoke to this morning, and he said: “Brilliant, easy, you’ll love it.”Later in the clip Keys, who was sacked by Sky Sports for his part in a sexism storm, admires a pen-drawn hairline guide, saying: “So that’s the new hairline.”That’s where the new hairline will be.”Most read in FootballIn 2012 rumours did the rounds that Keys had his hands lasered or waxed after being dubbed ‘werewolf’ by eagle-eyed fans.A source told The Standard at the time: “Richard is incredibly touchy about his body hair and has put up with years of stick about it. Wolves players and staff clashing with one another after full-time”Richard won’t divulge whether it was his idea or Sky’s to get his hands done.”Keys was sacked in disgrace from his £500,000-a-year job fronting Sky’s Premier League coverage in 2011 after making disparaging remarks about female referee Sian Massey-Ellis.He is now the face of the BeIN Sports channels which broadcast all 365 Premier League games per season mainly on its flagship “Super Saturday” programme.The clinic added: “Richard came in to our Essex clinic back in July and his new hair line is starting to take shape. “We will keep you updated on the progression.”Fans were quick to spot Keys’ hands back in the day…A recording caught out Keys and Andy Gray, left, making vile commentsCredit: PA:Press AssociationKeys now works for BeIN Sports 14 years after he was sacked by SkyCredit: X / beINSPORTS_EN More

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    Major broadcasting change as Carabao Cup semi-finals to be shown on free-to-air TV

    THE Carabao Cup semi-finals will be shown on free-to-air TV this season.ITV have announced that they will be showing two of the four legs for the semi-final clashes live on ITV1 and ITVX in a major broadcasting change.The Carabao Cup semi-finals are set to shown on free-to-air TVCredit: GettyFans are used to the Carabao Cup being shown on Sky Sports with supporters needing to pay a subscription fee in order to watch their teams in action.But that’s changed this season with ITV agreeing a deal with Sky to be able to show the some of the semi-final games on free-to-air TV.The deal was announced back in May, but ITV have now revealed their selections for their two televised games.The broadcaster will show the first leg of Arsenal vs Newcastle and the second leg of Liverpool vs Tottenham.The other two legs will still remain on Sky Sports.The deal won’t just see fans get to watch the semi-finals for free, but also the final too.The agreement between the broadcasters also allows ITV to show 10 Championship matches each full season, and five matches in the second half of the current campaign.Niall Sloane, ITV Director of Sport said: “This deal brings viewers free to air coverage of top level knockout football over the coming years, as well as standout matches from the EFL, adding regular live matches to our highlights shows. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”We’re looking forward to bringing fans some superb action and insight from this new, fuller EFL package across the next few seasons.”The deal will run until the end of the 2026/27 season.Fans will be able to watch the first leg of Arsenal vs Newcastle on ITVCredit: AlamyThe second leg of Liverpool vs Tottenham will also be free-to-airCredit: AlamyArsenal player ratings: Gabriel Jesus resurrects Gunners career with three fine finishes but Sterling still yet to shine More

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    Fresh blow to Marcus Rashford as Man Utd ace is DUMPED by girlfriend who is set to go on Love Island All Stars

    MARCUS Rashford’s Love Islander girlfriend has dumped him — ahead of her speedy return to the villa in the new year.The Sun on Sunday last month revealed the Man Utd star, 25, had gone on dates with Grace Jackson, also 25, who was on this year’s series of the ITV show.Love Islander Grace Jackson has dumped her Man Utd ace boyfriendCredit: GettyManchester United’s Marcus Rashford had gone on dates with GraceCredit: GettyA source revealed: “Grace realised that Marcus wasn’t serious about her and has unfollowed him on Instagram.“She realised there was no future so she has decided to cut ties.“When the opportunity arose to take part in Love Island All Stars this winter Grace jumped at the chance, she is still young in her career and is keen to maximise the exposure to help with her modelling work and net campaign deals.“If she finds love on the show that’s a bonus, especially since she didn’t meet a suitable match in the summer.READ MORE ON MARCUS RASHFORD“As far as she is concerned it’s Marcus’ loss, she is putting her best foot forward and can’t wait to enjoy some winter sun in gloomy January.”Marcus had previously been in a long-term relationship with childhood sweetheart Lucia Loi before they split last year.In August, former shop worker Grace, who has amassed 594,000 followers on Instagram since leaving the villa, landed a six-figure deal with fashion and shoe brand EGO.An ITV spokeswoman said: “Any names suggested are speculation until our line-up is officially announced.”Most read in FootballMarcus, who has won 60 senior international caps for England, was dropped from the Manchester derby facing bitter rivals City last weekend and hinted last week that he is ready to leave Old Trafford.Speaking at a visit to his old primary school, Button Lane, in Manchester, to hand out Christmas presents, he said: “I think I’m ready for a new challenge.”The model has gathered a huge social media followingCredit: InstagramGrace has nearly 600,000 Instagram followersCredit: instagramHer snaps routinely receive more than 20,000 likesCredit: InstagramGrace was reportedly ‘smitten’ with Marcus before their splitCredit: instagramGrace reveals what really happened between her and Joey before Love Island villa More

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    England legend ‘Razor’ Ruddock reveals Harry Redknapp show saved his life after doctors feared he had two months to live

    ENGLAND legend Neil ‘Razor’ Ruddock has revealed how Harry Redknapp’s show saved his life.The former Liverpool centre-back disclosed that what he initially thought was dementia turned out to be a serious heart condition as doctors feared he had just two months to live.Neil ‘Razor’ Ruddock has revealed details about how Harry Redkapp’s show saved his lifeRuddock linked up with his old England team-mates for ‘Harry’s Heroes: The Full English’ in 2019 and it’s sequel a year laterThe ex-England defender ballooned to 27st during the pandemicRuddock, 56, has turned his life around and reduced his alcohol intake as he credits his former gaffer’s TV show ‘Harry’s Heroes’.Speaking to Nigel Farage on GB News, he said: “From when I left school until like 35, every day I was told where I’ve got to be.”What I can eat, what I can’t drink, and all this. And when you’re 35 there was no sort of step back.“There was no help when football finished. I turned into an 18-year-old kid and couldn’t wait to retire at 35 and start drinking and eating what I wanted and then I got 28 and a half stone.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS“I did the Harry Heroes TV show. I was feeling dizzy. At the time there was a lot of talk about dementia in football, heading the ball.“So I was going dizzy. So I thought, you know, ‘it’s dementia’. I went to see all the specialists and it was my heart, he said, ‘the way you’re going, you’ve got two months to live’.“Trust me, that changed my life, and then they had to stop my heart, restart my heart. I got a pacemaker. I’ve had the gastric sleeve…because I’d given up on myself, basically.“Without doing that TV show, I wouldn’t be here today.”Most read in FootballNeil Ruddock has shown off his incredible weight transformationThe award-winning documentary series was filmed in 2020.It saw Redknapp tasked with turning a cohort of unfit England football legends from the 1990s into a winning team once more.Neil Ruddock and Paul Merson fall out over the ex-Tottenham star’s drinking habit on Harry’s Heroes: Euro Having A LaughThey included a host of familiar faces – such as David Seaman, Paul Merson and Matt Le Tissier – keen to prove that, even in middle age, they could still cut it on the pitch and beat old rivals Germany.Viewers saw the ex-star players, who came from an era with a more relaxed approach to footie practice and healthy eating, as they adopted a rigorous new training and nutrition regime akin to that of today’s pros.Former Liverpool ace and 2018 King of the Jungle, assistant John Barnes, successfully coached the blokes to a 4-2 victory.’Harry’s Heroes: The Full English’ was filmed in 2020 before Ruddock’s gastric bandNutritionist Luke Worthington did a body mass index with RuddockRuddock, who earned one England cap during his career, memorably told the lads about his heart scare in one of the episodes.Meanwhile, Redknapp managed Ruddock when he played for West Ham in the late 1990s.Asked what advice he would give to anyone else who was worried about their health, he said: “Go and see the doctor. It costs you nothing.“If you’re driving your car and your car makes a noise, you take it to the mechanic and pay to get it fixed.“If you’re not feeling well, go and see the doctor, because men are scared of going to see the doctor. “It’s bad news, and you can’t go out Saturday night and watch football.“Go get yourself checked out. It costs nothing.”Ruddock unveiled his incredible 11-stone weight transformation earlier this year.The 56-year-old began his weight loss journey back in 2021 after meeting TV personality James Argent.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe dad-of-two teenagers had ballooned to 27st during the Coronavirus pandemic, which put his health at serious risk.He made 195 Premier League appearances during his career and played for the likes of Liverpool, West Ham, Tottenham, Southampton and Crystal Palace.In his 17 year career, Ruddock made 355 club appearances and earned one cap playing for England More

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    Jamie and Rebekah Vardy set for fly-on-the-wall Netflix documentary series… after Rooneys agreed their own deal

    JAMIE AND REBEKAH VARDY are set to follow the example of the Rooneys in being part of their own documentary series, reports suggest.I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! star Coleen was handed her own series by Disney+, while Wayne has been profiled by Amazon Prime Video.Jamie and Rebekah Vardy are set to be a part of a new Netflix seriesCredit: SplashIt would see them follow the example of the RooneysCredit: Getty ImagesThe former Manchester United star is also being filmed for a fly-on-the-wall series about his time as Plymouth boss, as exclusively reported by SunSport.And following the success those shows already airing have seen, the Vardys are now set to follow suit on Netflix, according to The Telegraph.A streaming series for the Leicester ace is likely to concentrate on his rise from non-league footballer to Premier League champion.Vardy may not have the superstardom appeal like that of previous Netflix series stars David Beckham or Neymar.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut the streaming giant understands that some of the most popular parts of its Beckham series came from the at-home scenes with wife, Victoria.And if the Vardy series proves popular, it could open the door to a fly-on-the-wall series about the ex-England striker’s home life with his wife.A lucrative Netflix deal would go some way to helping Rebekah with her legal costs following the high-profile Wagatha Christie libel trial against Coleen in 2022, itself the subject of a drama series on ITV.Rebekah had denied leaking stories about Coleen’s private life to the press, though a judge ruled she was an “untrustworthy witness”.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThis saw her rack of bills of £1.7million, though she went to the High Court in an effort to reduce the bill.A 2023 report from the Daily Mail says Coleen was paid in excess of £1m for the Disney+ series, while the Beckhams earned £16m for their Netflix deal.I’ve one final thing to say about Coleen – but Danny deserved to win even though I loved the RevColeen Rooney’s surprising bad habit COLEEN Rooney has revealed the embarrassing habit hubby Wayne reckons will annoy her I’m A celebrity campmates.She’s usually preened and perfect – but the WAG has confessed she snores.Coleen said: “I didn’t think I snored, but Wayne says I snore.“Not continuously though – just every now and again.“I have been in the public eye for over 20 years now and people take what they want from it.“I do think people will get a better idea of what kind of person I am.” More

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    ‘I can’t go on like this,’ Chris Kamara reveals heartbreaking way he disappeared from Sky Sports after health battle

    CHRIS KAMARA has opened up on the heartbreaking way he was forced to call time on his Sky Sports career.The much-loved football pundit was a mainstay on fans’ TV screens for over two decades, which in itself followed a playing career spanning 20 years.Chris Kamara is making a triumphant comeback to Amazon Prime on Boxing DayCredit: PAIt comes three seasons on from his heartbreaking revelation that he was suffering from apraxiaCredit: RexHis double act alongside Jeff Stelling on Sky Sports Soccer Saturday produced entertainment gold time and time again. However, in March 2022 “Kammy”, as he is affectionately known to many, shared details of the condition he was suffering with, apraxia, a neurological disorder disrupting the transfer of thought from brain to speech.But three seasons on, Kamara is making a triumphant return to TV to reunite with Stelling on Amazon Prime watching Nottingham Forest face Tottenham.In an interview with the Mirror, Kamara opened up on how he was encouraged to open up about his condition and how revealing it to the world changed everything.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe said: “My last game for Sky was at Rotherham against Shrewsbury, and when I got back to the car I knew I had made a complete balls-up of it.”When I checked my phone, on Twitter there were loads of comments with people saying, ‘He must have been drunk’ or ‘has he had a stroke?’ “I rang my therapist and said, ‘This can’t continue. I can’t go on like this.’ And he replied, ‘You can – but you need to tell everyone what’s going on.’“That’s when I resolved to ‘come out’ and it was the moment that changed everything.” Most read in FootballWhile it seemed his TV career was now over, Kamara was recommended a revolutionary treatment in Mexico to help rekindle his spontaneity by Good Morning Britain host Kate Garraway.He continued: “Suddenly people were 100 per cent supportive and there were so many offers of help.’My life was over two years ago,’ says Chris Kamara as he fights back tears on Britain Get Singing”Thankfully, one of them came from Kate Garraway, whose husband Derek had gone over to Monterrey in Mexico for treatment after contracting Long Covid.”She said it had helped to stimulate parts of his brain so he could read again, for example, and she said, ‘Why don’t you give it a go?’ I’ve been over to Mexico three times and it’s made such a difference.”And help it has with Kamara now in line to make an emotional return to our screens in a truly feel-good Christmas story.His efforts to raise awareness of the disorder saw the now 66-year-old awarded an MBE last year for services to football, charity and anti-racism.On his return, he said: “It was surreal to get that phone call from Andrew ‘Buzz’ Hornet, who was one of the first football producers at Sky Sports. “I was on my way to a Paul Heaton gig in Manchester – I’ve known Paul since I played for Sheffield United, he’s a big Blades fan and me invited over to one of his concerts – when Buzz called.”I thought, ‘What does he want? And Buzz says, ‘How do you fancy being reunited with Jeff on Boxing Day?’ Er, yes – in what capacity? ‘Reporting on live football, like you normally do, at Forest v Spurs.’”How could I refuse? It might be one last hurrah for me in terms of covering football on the box, but to work with Jeff again will bring a bit of extra magic to Christmas for me. Help for mental healthIf you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support.The following are free to contact and confidential:Mind, www.mind.org, provide information about types of mental health problems and where to get help for them. Email info@mind.org.uk or call the infoline on 0300 123 3393 (UK landline calls are charged at local rates, and charges from mobile phones will vary).YoungMinds run a free, confidential parents helpline on 0808 802 5544 for parents or carers worried about how a child or young person is feeling or behaving. The website has a chat option too.Rethink Mental Illness, www.rethink.org, gives advice and information service offers practical advice on a wide range of topics such as The Mental Health Act, social care, welfare benefits, and carers rights. Use its website or call 0300 5000 927 (calls are charged at your local rate).Heads Together, www.headstogether.org.uk, is the a mental health initiative spearheaded by The Royal Foundation of The Prince and Princess of Wales.”Of course, I’m not 100 per cent, but I’m 70 per cent better than when I first disclosed my condition in public and I feel like I’ve got the old Kammy back.”Kammy added: “The one thing about my job at Sky that I guarded more than anything was being spontaneous.“I’ve lost that ability in a way but I’m going to try and wheel it out on Boxing Day. “If I started to rehearse lines in my head, or tried to prepare some premeditated lines, then I would be guaranteed to mess it up.”Yet before his apraxia diagnosis, Kamara had feared he could have been another case of an ex-footballer suffering with dementia.He explained: “Doctors asked me how many concussions I had suffered as a player – there were three.”And of course there were dark moments where it messes with your head. “You’re doing these reports live to camera and I know I’m not me any more, but I’m not letting anyone or anybody know what’s going on.”These little voices in your head are asking, ‘Could it be dementia? Could it be Alzheimer’s?’ Now I know the truth, I can handle it. READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’m working as much as I can, especially to help children with speech and language conditions, and I’ve stopped being a bloke who’s too stubborn to ask for help.“The past of my brain that’s been affected is the one that governs your memory speech fluency, but I can still sing and I can still do a Scottish accent – or both.”Is it ageing or dementia?Dementia – the most common form of which is Alzheimer’s – comes on slowly over time.As the disease progresses, symptoms can become more severe. But at the beginning, the symptoms can be subtle or mistaken for normal memory issues related to ageing. The US National Institute on Aging gives some examples of what is considered normal forgetfulness in old age, and dementia disease.You can refer to these above.For example, it is normal for an ageing person to forget which word to use from time-to-time, but difficulting having conversation would be more indicative of dementia.Katie Puckering, Head of Alzheimer’s Research UK’s Information Services team, previously told The Sun: “We quite commonly as humans put our car keys somewhere out of the ordinary and it takes longer for us to find them.“As you get older, it takes longer for you to recall, or you really have to think; What was I doing? Where was I? What distracted me? Was it that I had to let the dog out? And then you find the keys by the back door.“That process of retrieving the information is just a bit slower in people as they age.“In dementia, someone may not be able to recall that information and what they did when they came into the house.“What may also happen is they might put it somewhere it really doesn’t belong. For example, rather than putting the milk back in the fridge, they put the kettle in the fridge.” More

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    Kelly Cates in awkward TV appearance moments after it is revealed she is ‘quitting Sky to become BBC MOTD host’

    KELLY CATES made her first TV appearance since reports emerged she is leaving Sky Sports to join the BBC and Match of The Day. The presenter awkwardly hosted Super Sunday ahead of Crystal Palace’s trip to Brighton and the Manchester derby. Kelly Cates made her first TV appearance since reports emerged she is leaving Sky Sports to join the BBCCates was joined by Roy Keane, Gary Neville and Micah Richards from the studio at the Etihad. But it has emerged that Cates could soon be working alongside Richards – also a pundit for the BBC – even more amid a MOTD shake-up. Host Gary Lineker is to leave his lead position after 26 years with Cates one of three names set to replace the England legend. According to the Daily Mail, Gabby Logan and Mark Chapman will share hosting duties on Match of the Day and MOTD2 with Cates.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBoth are BBC presenters who have worked on the shows over the last few years.Cates has worked for the BBC on and off since 2013, for Radio 5 Live.She presented iconic fan phone-in show 606 alongside Ian Wright on Sunday’s between 2013 and 2018.After joining Sky Sports her role was reduced, but Cates returned to host midweek sports show, 5 Live Sport, mostly on Tuesday’s, while she also provided coverage of the 2022 World Cup.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe daughter of Liverpool legend Kenny Dalglish became a TV presenter at Sky Sports, working on several Premier League shows including Friday Night Live.Sky Sports bosses are reportedly sad to see her leave – but she was understood to be the BBC’s leading external candidate to take over from icon Lineker.Lineker started hosting Match of the Day in 1999 and the former Barcelona striker developed into one of the best sports broadcasters in the country. He will continue to present FA Cup matches next season before bowing out with the 2026 World Cup in North America.Alan Shearer in the dark on Gary Lineker’s MOTD replacement, but reveals why he doesn’t want to know who’s coming in More