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      Fulham face serious questions over new sponsor IUX as it emerges company’s ’employees’ are ‘fake LinkedIn accounts’

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      FULHAM are facing serious questions about new sponsor IUX.The Premier League club announced earlier this week a partnership with the Caribbean and Cyprus-based firm that allows customers to trade cryptocurrencies and other financial products.Fulham announced a new sponsorship with IUXCredit: RexBut a renowned journalist claims the profiles of alleged workers at the company are fakeCredit: RexBut renowned investigative journalist Martin Calladine claims that all the LinkedIn profiles of alleged IUX staff in the UK are faked, using images from photo libraries or uploaded from other LinkedIn accounts.For example, the account of Peter Corner, IUX’s alleged UX designer, has the same profile picture as a man from southern Spain named Francisco Checa Roldan.Both Fulham and IUX have been approached for comment.IUX’s position is believed to be that they know nothing about and are not responsible for LinkedIN profiles of alleged US and UK employees. They say they do not have any staff in the US or UK.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt is understood that the club used external companies to check out IUX before signing the deal, as it would for any partnership or sponsorship.But fans fear Fulham could be heading for further embarrassment after pulling the plug on a previous deal in very similar circumstances.In September 2022, Fulham unveiled Titan Capital Markets as its CFD partner – the same status now given to IUX. CFD stands for contract for difference, a financial mechanism that allows customers to bet on the change in value in hard currencies, crypto and other assets.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBut by November 2022, the club was forced to cut ties with Titan after it emerged that some people used in its promotional materials were actors rather than staff members and other concerns were raised.Like Titan, IUX targets markets mainly in the Far East. Meet Ivan Toney’s Saudi team-matesIts website is available in languages spoken in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and China, as well as in English and Spanish.Again, like Titan, IUX does not operate in highly-regulated markets including the USA, UK, EU, Australia and Japan.The website confirms: “IUX does not offer its services to people residing in those areas”.IUX tells potential customers that they can make massive profits on investments, well beyond the limits recommended in jurisdictions like the UK – again, just like Titan did. But the losses could also be huge, leading to accusations that such companies are using the Premier League’s global popularity to exploit less-regulated markets and attract fans who cannot afford to lose large sums of money.IUX have threatened to take action against anyone responsible for creating false profiles.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe company said in a statement on LinkedIn: “IUX hereby announces that we do not employ any individuals based in the United Kingdom. “We will pursue appropriate action against any persons falsely claiming to be associated with our company as employees.”What is cryptocurrency?CRYPTOCURRENCIES are a form of payment that can be exchanged for goods and services.They work using a technology called blockchain. Blockchain is a decentralised technology spread across computers that manages and records transactions. Find out more about cryptocurrencies below.. More

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      Former Newcastle boss Steve Bruce lands first job in two years as he takes reins at League One club in shock appointment

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      STEVE BRUCE has been named as the new manager of Blackpool.The highly-experienced boss joins the League One side on a two-year deal alongside his long-term assistant Steve Agnew.League One side Blackpool have appointed Steve Bruce as their managerCredit: News imagesThe former Newcastle boss has joined on a two-year dealCredit: GettyIt marks Bruce’s first return to management since he was sacked by West Brom, with the Baggies 22nd in the Championship, in October 2022.He previously managed Newcastle United between 2019 and 2021, when he left by mutual consent after a reported £8m payout.He walked away from St James’ Park just 13 days after the Saudi Arabia-backed £305m takeover of the Toonside club, who subsequently appointed Eddie Howe.One of a handful of coaches who has reached the milestone of 1,000 games in club management, the 63-year-old will take charge of Blackpool’s training for the first time later this week.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSBruce said: “I’m delighted to be back in football and to take charge of this fantastic football club.”I’d like to thank Simon, Julian and David for giving me this great opportunity. “I look forward to meeting all of the staff and players in the coming days as we prepare for what we all hope will be an exciting season at Bloomfield Road.”He takes over after the Tangerines sacked Neil Critchley on 21 August having started their campaign with back-to-back defeats.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe Seasiders are yet to win a game this season, having lost two and drawn two to leave them 22nd in League One.Owner Simon Sadler said: “I’m confident that Steve’s experience and leadership qualities will be a tremendous asset for Blackpool.”His organised approach coupled with his desire to build a hardworking and entertaining side is a large part of what attracted us to him.Best Dream Team players of the season so far”Additionally, Steve’s ability to help grow and develop not only our playing staff but also our coaching talent was important to us.”Having achieved legendary status with Manchester United as a player, Bruce enjoyed time with Wigan, Birmingham, Sunderland, Hull City and Aston Villa during his pomp.A short spell with Sheffield Wednesday ended when he took the job with Newcastle in the summer of 2019.He spent just over two years with the Magpies during a turbulent time for the club as Mike Ashley’s reign came to an end.He managed 476 Prem games, winning 133, drawing 132 and losing 211.READ MORE SUN STORIESBruce was heavily tipped for the role of Jamaica national team manager, however, that was given to former England, Newcastle and Middlesbrough boss Steve McClaren.Bruce’s first game in charge will be on Saturday, September 14 when Blackpool take on Exeter City.Bruce left Newcastle by mutual consent in 2021Credit: Getty Images – GettySteve Bruce’s managerial careerSheffield United 1998- 1999Huddersfield Town 1999 -2000Wigan Athletic April 2001 – June 2001Crystal Palace September 2001 – November 2001Birmingham City 2001- 2007Wigan Athletic (return) 2007-2009Sunderland 2009-2011Hull City 2012 – 2016Aston Villa 2016 – 2018Sheffield Wednesday 2019Newcastle 2019-2021West Brom February 2022 – October 2022Blackpool 2024 – present More

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      David de Gea’s wife Edurne opens up on long distance relationship as she denies that couple are in crisis

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      DAVID DE GEA’S wife has opened up about their long distance marriage as she revealed the couple live in different countries again.Edurne De Gea revealed that the pair are “more in love” than ever and denied any notion of a crisis as she explained their busy work schedules.Edurne Garcia has opened up on her distance relationship with David De GeaThe Spanish beauty hushed rumours of a crisisCredit: SplashSince the former Man Utd keeper moved to Italy to join FiorentinaCredit: GettyThe couple have rarely been able to live together since they met in 2010.The former Old Trafford keeper lived in Greater Manchester between 2010 and 2023, while his partner mostly stayed in Madrid for work commitments.Edurne is a Spanish singer, actress, TV presenter and judge on Spain’s Got Talent since 2015 – after she finished 21st on Eurovision.While the former Premier League star has lived with his wife since his £375,000-per-week contract expired last July, he has since moved to Italy after signing with Fiorentina this summer.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSBut Edurne has shut down any suggestions of a plight in their marriage.She told Spanish news outlet Vanitatis: “We are doing very well, we are very happy and we have not separated and there is no crisis.”I have already said that because every time we do something there is a revolution.”We are happier and more in love than the first day we met. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”We have been like this for fourteen years. Distance is not a problem, we live our life at a distance because our work has required it”It has happened that his work is outside of Spain and mine is in Madrid.”Inside Angel Gomes’ rise from Man Utd wonderkid to England starEx- Manchester United keeper De Gea, 33, tied the knot with Edurne, 38, in July 2023, the same day he formally left Old Trafford.He turned down a move to Saudi Arabia because it was too far for his family, before signing a one-year deal as a free agent with Fiorentina.De Gea endured a nightmare start to life at Fiorentina after conceding two goals in the opening 12 minutes against Puskas Akademia in their Uefa Conference League first leg play-off.But he produced a man-of-the-match performance and saved a penalty to help nine-man Fiorentina dramatically win the second leg play-off tie via penalties and advance to the main group stage.Fiorentina fans have taken too De Gea since he joined this sumerCredit: GettyThe couple first met in December 2010 during a recording of a Christmas Carol to raise money for children with cancer.Seven months after their first date, David De Gea joined United from Atletico Madrid for £18 million.Garcia continued to live in Spain and made regular visits to Manchester, and briefly lived in the North West for year in 2018.READ MORE SUN STORIESIn 2021 the pair had their first child, a daughter called Yanay.The name origins from the Quechua language and translates into English as My Beloved.The pair met in 2010 and began dating shortly afterCredit: Instagram @edurnityEdurne supported the goalkeeper throughout his 12-year Man Utd careerCredit: Instagram @edurnity More

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      Eye-watering sum Man City goal machine Erling Haaland earning off the pitch through image rights revealed

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      GOAL machine Erling Haaland is also netting a fortune off the pitch through his image rights.The Man City megastar, 24, built up £12million in assets for the 12 months to last December.Erling Haaland has built up £12million in assets for the 12 months to last DecemberCredit: InstagramAccounts filed for his company York Promotions show it has £7million of cash in the bank with £5million still owed to the towering Norwegian by big-name brands.The business was so flush that nearly £7million more in earnings was deferred by a year.Erling runs the company with his dad and manager Alfie, 51, who also played for Man City.Top tax accountant Julia Hoyle – an associate of Haaland’s late agent Mino Raiola – is also listed as a director.read more on Erling HaalandPaperwork showed the company had also bought “an interest” in two planes for £2.1million and paid out £1.1million to an unnamed director.Haaland is said to have signed with Nike for more than ten years with the total cost of the deal reaching an unprecedented £200m.The cash boost comes on top of his huge £1.2million-a-month base salary with the Premier League champions, where he scored 36 goals in his debut season.Business-savvy Haaland previously set up the investment vehicle Pillage 3 AS in Luxembourg to manage his dealings in Europe.Most read in FootballErling haaland’s bizarre new therapy More

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      Wales boss Craig Bellamy makes big changes to his backroom team and raids Brighton for his No2

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      CRAIG BELLAMY will tap into Brighton’s blueprint of pressing when he manages Wales.The new Dragons manager kicks off his tenure as national boss against Turkey in the Nations League on September 6.Bellamy won 78 Wales caps and scored 19 goals including a classic against Italy but now replaces Robert Page as his national managerThe 45-year-old was assistant manager to Vincent Kompany at Burnley before the Belgian quit for Bayern Munich in the summerCredit: GettyBellamy appointed his backroom staff on Friday with Seagulls first-team coach Andrew Crofts named as one of his assistants.Ex-Wales midfielder Crofts has impressed with Premier League leaders Brighton under ex-bosses Graham Potter, Roberto De Zerbi and now Fabian Hurzeler.Progressive Brighton thumped Everton 3-0 on the opening day of the new Prem season.And Hurzeler’s men face Manchester United at the Amex on Saturday lunchtime.read more footballBellamy said: “I’ve spoken a lot with Crofty. He works at Brighton and that’s very important to him. “I know his ideas and I’m really looking forward to being able to pick his brains again.”Everyone talks about playing and pressing. “But they don’t understand the triggers and the detail. They don’t coach the details or they miss it.Most read in Football”I’m not allowing myself to miss it. It’s too important. It always is with me. “To have a background in Brighton that Crofty has been exposed to is going to be incredible to have with me.”Crofts won 29 Wales caps as a player and will combine his roles with club and country. The 40-year-old retired in 2019 and has been with Brighton as a coach since then.He said: “I’m very proud. As soon as I knew there was an opportunity to be Craig’s assistant it grabbed me straight away. “To represent Wales as a player was incredible for me and my family, and to now represent my country as an assistant coach is an indescribable feeling. “I’m obsessed with coaching, studying various trends in the game and bringing a team’s methodology to life, something which I can’t wait to do with this group of players and staff.”Crofts will be joined by James Rowberry, Piet Cremers, who has worked with Bellamy at Manchester City and Burnley before, and Ryland Morgans. All four coaches have been educated through the Football Association of Wales coaching pathway led by David Adams.Bellamy names his first squad next Wednesday for the Cardiff clash with the Turks before a trip to Montenegro on September 9.Bellamy, 45, added: “I’m very happy with the group of staff that we’ve been able to bring in. “I’ve worked with all of them previously, either as a coach or as a player. “As a collective I believe the balance and various expertise between us is the best we could have asked for.”Bellamy, appointed Wales boss in July, is also set to bring in goalkeeper coach Martyn Margetson following his departure from England after Gareth Southgate resigned. Margetson, like Morgans, was part of Chris Coleman’s Euro 2016 backroom staff which saw Wales reach the semi-finals.READ MORE SUN STORIESEx-manager Robert Page’s backroom staff of Alan Knill, Jack Lester, Tony Roberts and Nick Davies have all departed. Chris Gunter, who won 109 caps for Wales and was a coach under Page, will move to a new role within the FAW setup. More

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      Jermaine Jenas will NOT work for TNT Sports this month after he is sacked by BBC over ‘unsolicited texts’

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      JERMAINE JENAS will NOT be working for TNT Sports this month following his axing from The BBC.SunSport exclusively revealed this week that the former Newcastle United, Tottenham Hotspur and England midfielder has been fired from the national broadcaster due to alleged “inappropriate behaviour”.Jermaine Jenas has been axed by the BBC over alleged “inappropriate behaviour”Credit: GETTYJenas’ Beeb axing has raised questions over his future with TNT SportsCredit: PAJenas is currently not slated to be on TNT Sports for the next few weeksCredit: GettyJenas was sacked after a female member of staff on The One Show claimed she received “unsolicited texts” from the 41-year-old.The Beeb have launched a probe into the allegations, which have raised questions about his punditry duties with TNT.And according to The Mirror, TNT currently don’t have Jenas “pencilled in for games over the next few weeks”.TNT have yet to release a statement on the allegations made against Jenas, who was part of their broadcast team for Liverpool’s trip to Ipswich last Saturday.READ MORE ON JERMAINE JENASThe allegations against Jenas have likely ended his dream of succeeding Gary Lineker as Match of the Day host.Jenas’ axing comes just weeks after the Beeb announced an independent review into its workplace culture in light of the Strictly Come Dancing scandal.A well-placed source told The Sun: “This is a categorical nightmare for the BBC.”Complaints were raised concerning Jermaine’s behaviour.Most read in FootballJermaine Jenas is understood to be “devastated” by his BBC axingCredit: GETTY”After some immediate routine enquiries, the decision was taken to take him off air, and terminate his contract.”The BBC’s new Director of Sport Alex Kay-Jelski has been heavily involved in this whole process, and is adamant that his new house is firmly in order, and there are no skeletons.Jermaine Jenas SACKED by BBC from Match of the Day & The One Show over ‘inappropriate behaviour’”At present, the feeling is he won’t be back on the BBC.”Jenas was live on talkSPORT when news of his sacking broke, although he declined to provide an in-depth comment on his dismissal.The married dad-of-four said “I can’t really talk about it. As you can probably see, I’m not happy about it.”But currently as it stands I’m going to have to let the lawyers deal with it.”There’s two sides… that’s all I can say now.”The retired midfielder later added: “I’m not happy about this situation.”I’m going to be speaking to my lawyers about it, is all I can say right now.” More

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      Cult hero ex-Premier League referee Mike Dean takes on new job as he enjoys break from VAR duties

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      MIKE DEAN has taken on a new job as he enjoys a break from VAR duties.The former Premier League referee has swapped the pitch for the gantry in his new football role.Mike Dean has started commentatingCredit: X @TRFCRadioDean, 56, is a lifelong Tranmere Rovers fan and has had the opportunity to commentate on a match.The cult hero official was on Tranmere Rovers Radio to give his insight on the club’s Football League Trophy clash against Everton’s U21s.The match got off to a dream start for Dean as Josh Davison gave the home side an unlikely lead in the 11th minute.However, listeners would have to have heard Dean’s despair come the end of the game.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe Toffees managed to score two late goals through Martin Sherif and Beto to turn the score around.Dean earned praise from fans for his analysis on the radio.One posted: “Big fan of hearing Mike on a Tranmere game!”A second commented: “I absolutely love it.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnother added: “Nice one Mike.”Dean stopped officiating at the end of the 2021/22 Premier League campaign.Mike Dean lost for words live on Sky Sports after VAR mix up for ‘stonewall’ penalty during Premier League clashDean had been a referee for the Premier League until the 2021/22 seasonCredit: GettyHe then started a new role as one of two full-time VAR officials with PGMOL.During his break from the role, he also picked up work with Sky Sports.Dean often appeared on the broadcaster last season to provide a referee’s insight on decisions on Soccer Saturday.Despite the defeat, Dean would have no doubt enjoyed commentating on his favourite team.His love for the club is well known as he was seen going crazy when they reached the League Two play-off final in 2019.Meanwhile, there has already been refereeing drama in the Premier League after one matchday.Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze saw a brilliant goal ruled out after referee Sam Barrott blew his whistle for a foul in the box.Harry Redknapp’s 2024/25 season predictions TOP FOURARSENAL, MANCHESTER CITY, LIVERPOOL and TOTTENHAM  — and  I’ve got a really strong feeling for Arsenal this season. A few of Man City’s star players are getting a bit older. There’s been nothing between the two teams over the past two years.RELEGATIONEVERTON (18th), SOUTHAMPTON (19th), LEICESTER (20th) — I like Sean Dyche and Everton are a great club with brilliant, knowledgeable fans. They’re just badly run. They need to go down to rebuild to come back again. But the key is new owners.TOP SCORERERLING HAALAND — I can’t see anyone taking his crown off him. He’s a goal machine, isn’t he? If I can get him at evens, I might lump on!MOST ASSISTSMARTIN ODEGAARD — He’ll be the catalyst for Arsenal’s surge to the title. I can see it now. He’s a superb player and he makes it look so easy.CARABAO CUPTOTTENHAM — Ange Postecoglou will break Spurs’ trophy curse. Most big teams will mess about with this trophy, but Tottenham will go full steam.FA CUPLIVERPOOL — I fancy Arne Slot to stamp his mark on English football quickly and there’s few better ways to do it than lifting this famous old trophy.CHAMPIONS LEAGUEREAL MADRID — Carlo Ancelotti is bullish about their chances. He has said that with Kylian Mbappe, it’s the best team they’ve had for a long time.EUROPA LEAGUEMANCHESTER UNITED — Clubs seem to have stopped sneering at this competition. And Spurs and United should be going both barrels for it.CONFERENCE LEAGUECHELSEA — The Luxembourg champions could be dangerous! Joking aside, the Blues must win it. More

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      Karren Brady: Lopetegui is already a breath of fresh air at West Ham… but under-appreciated Moyes deserves high praise

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      ON the first day of every season I am always full of optimism and hope  that West Ham can win the Premier League.You’ve signed new players, things are coming together, and you think, ‘This may be our year’.Ex-Wolves chief Julen Lopetegui has made an instant impression at West HamCredit: RexDavid Moyes was an ‘absolute pleasure’ to work withCredit: GettyEven if we don’t wrestle the trophy off Manchester City,  getting back into Europe is an absolute priority for us — and for our new manager.We made an exciting appointment in Julen Lopetegui, having said goodbye to David Moyes in May after a remarkable period of success.Julen has been a breath of fresh air.He’s an experienced individual we believe can build on David’s great work, get us back into Europe and deliver the wins the fans want. We are giving him every penny we can in the transfer market to do just that, with our eight signings so far.READ MORE TOP STORIESBut I must pay tribute to David again.I had an excellent working relationship with him. His work ethic, attention to detail, passion, drive and energy were all second to none and he was an absolute pleasure to work with.He left for several reasons. Firstly, a bit of inconsistency had crept into results.And without putting words into his mouth, I think he felt very unappreciated by the supporters.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHe delivered a first major trophy since 1980, a consistent period of domestic success — including three consecutive European qualifications for the first time in the club’s history — and reached the semis and quarter-finals in Europe either side of the Conference League triumph.As a result, he found it quite difficult to be turned on so quickly last season when things dipped — especially after gaining the most Premier League points West Ham had ever had at the halfway point of a campaign.Jhon Duran ’causes chaos with s—housery’ as Aston Villa ace performs controversial gesture amid West Ham transfer linkNot that he was boo-hooing about it, that’s not his style. He  rolled up his sleeves and got on with it.But things can go a bit stale and both club and manager need a change, and that’s the conclusion we came to together.It’s very sad when a relationship comes to an end with someone you have worked with very closely and admire and like.But parting ways is the easier bit. Getting a better replacement is where the real work begins.It’s a very close relationship so you have to have a bit of chemistry and feel they are someone you can work with who isn’t emotionally draining or  demanding.But I cannot tell you how good it felt being in Europe and winning that trophy.Karren BradyAnd that’s exactly what David Sullivan, Tim Steidten and I felt when we met with Julen. We liked him straight away.We felt he was genuine, hard-working, passionate, enthusiastic, had clear ideas of what he wanted to do and understood the West Ham way.But I cannot tell you how good it felt being in Europe and winning that trophy.To be part of a West Ham that created that memory for hundreds of thousands of our supporters was very special.And we believe we can do that again with Julen.Changes to the Premier League for 2024/25NOTHING stays the same forever.And that includes the Premier League, which is making a number of tweaks this season.Team news will now be released 75 MINUTES before kick-off, 15 minutes earlier than had been the case before.Things could get crowded on the touchline, with the number of substitutes permitted to warm-up boosted from three players per team to FIVE.There’s also a change to how added time is calculated when a team scores a goal, an update to the ‘multiball’ system and the introduction of semi-automated offsides – but not straight away.Go here to read about all the changes to the Premier League for 2024/25.Overseas Prem not for meTHE prospect of playing  Premier League games abroad hasn’t been officially raised — YET — but it has been mooted among some owners.But it would be unforgivable to deny season-ticket holders a game and West Ham would definitely vote against any proposal that meant doing that.With foreign investment in the Premier League increasing, some say its global appeal means taking the show on the road is the right thing to do. I understand the logic. But I’m English, I live here and believe all games should be played in this country.We have pre-season tours to let overseas fans watch us play.We would not be the only club to vote against a proposal if every team had to play a match outside the UK every year.Karren BradyWest Ham have just come back from the US where some of the American Prem owners are pushing for a Stateside league game.The idea was floated years ago and shot down immediately.But there weren’t as many  foreign owners then. We would obviously look at the detail of any proposal and, handled right, it could be workable.Particularly if teams have the ability to opt out.And if two other clubs wanted to do it and the League felt it was in its best interest, I wouldn’t stop them.But we would not be the only club to vote against a proposal if every team had to play a match outside the UK every year.Full of hope for new NicHammers’ newcomer Niclas Fullkrug has shown a brilliant attitudeCredit: RexI was really impressed with Niclas Fullkrug — our new striker signed from Borussia Dortmund.As soon as he stepped off the plane from Germany he asked: “Where can I train? Because I don’t like to miss a single day.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThat’s the kind of attitude that you want. He’s a big personality, incredibly professional, a strong individual and a real grown up.He’s going to have a hugely positive impact. We’re all really excited. More