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    Ange Postecoglou fumes at mole within Tottenham camp and reveals he’s ‘narrowed it down’ to a few names

    ANGE POSTECOGLOU claims there is a LEAK in the Tottenham camp giving out team secrets.The Spurs boss says the club have narrowed down who the mole is after noticing key private information getting into the public domain in the last year.Ange Postecoglou has revealed there is a mole at TottenhamCredit: ReutersInformation relating to Spurs’ team news has been leaked throughout the seasonCredit: AlamyHis startling revelation came after Postecoglou was asked about the fitness of winger Wilson Odobert following claims on social media ahead of Thursday’s Europa League fixture with Eintracht Frankfurt that the Frenchman had been sent for scans due to a hamstring issue.Odobert, who missed a large chunk of the campaign with a hamstring problem, was left as an unused substitute as Spurs drew 1-1 in their quarter-final first leg.The Aussie revealed: “Look, there is no doubt we have got a leak inside the club.”Somebody who continues to leak out information. They have all year. I don’t know why.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”It doesn’t help us. It just makes our job more difficult.“We try really hard to keep things in-house like all clubs because we don’t want on game-day opposition being aware of any sort of team selection.”But we’ve got somebody within our camp who continually gives out information.”We’ve narrowed it down, we’ve been looking at it for quite a while and kind of have a fair idea of where it is coming from.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”We’ll deal with it but it’s not helpful for us and half of it is mis-information, half of it is half of the information.”But irrespectively, it certainly doesn’t help our cause because on game-day what you want to try and do is keep as much information in-house.Tottenham fan brings along his puppet to watch the match “We try really hard to find out information about the opposition and very hard to, but with us, someone has an open line to what we do.”It’s disappointing because you’d like to think everyone who is in our camp is working with us, not against us.”New signingTottenham have hired former Arsenal bigwig Vinai Venkatesham as their new chief executive.The British-Indian supremo, 44, will take over in the summer and be responsible for all operations on and off the pitch in his new role after crossing the North London divide.Venkatesham, who is currently a non-executive director of the British Olympic Association, stepped down as CEO of the Gunners last summer and has rejected other jobs in the meantime.He said: “I’m excited to be joining Tottenham Hotspur this summer. “After taking some time to recharge and evaluate my options, I believe this is an exceptional opportunity to work with Daniel [Levy], the Board and all of the staff, to take the club forward.”It remains to be seen if this will impact the role of chief football officer Scott Munn.The Aussie, 51, has been in his role in charge of all footballing departments – de facto No2 to chairman Daniel Levy – since September 2023.Levy said: “The club has experienced significant growth in recent years, making it crucial to expand our executive management. Read More on The Sun”I have known Vinai for many years, having worked together in the Premier League and the ECA (European Club Association). “I am personally delighted that he has agreed to join our board as we build for success.”Former Arsenal chief exec Vinai Venkatesham has joined SpursCredit: Getty More

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    Cristiano Ronaldo launches new side hustle as Man Utd legend joins forces with Hollywood A-lister

    CRISTIANO RONALDO has announced that he is moving into the film industry.The Portuguese legend continues to broaden his business portfolio off the pitch, with the former Manchester Unitedand Real Madrid forward now 40 years of age. Ronaldo has decided that he wants a crack at the film industryCredit: Getty Images – GettyRonaldo has enlisted the assistance of Matthew Vaughn, pictured here with his wife Claudia Schiffer, to help him make waves in HollywoodCredit: Getty – ContributorThe Al-Nassr man, who has won six Ballon D’Ors, has previously been touted by Forbes as the best paid footballer on the planet. He ranked second in Forbes’ highest-paid sports figures list in the last decade, beaten only by Floyd Mayweather Jr.He topped those rankings in 2016, becoming the first footballer to do so, and a year later, he was at the top once more after accruing earnings of $93million.Now, in a statement released on X, Ronaldo has announced a stunning partnership with Matthew Vaughn, the renowned British filmmaker, whose best works include the 2004 hit Layer Cake, Stardust, and the Kingsman series.Read more FootballIt has been revealed that Ronaldo and Vaughn will start up their own film studio, called “UV Marv”.The statement called Ronaldo and Vaughn “disruptive champions of their game”, with the pair joining forces to produce three films. The first two, as per the statement, have been completed, and release dates are set to be announced, with Ronaldo captioning his statement post with a “Coming soon…” tease.The third, part of a trilogy, is set to start production soon.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSRonaldo has been a highly-marketable figure throughout his career, linking up with countless companies in multi-million dollar partnerships. His most notable is with Nike, who developed his own CR7 range of their Nike Mercurial boot, as well as donning shirts and shorts with the recognisable trademark. Prince William on recreating Ronaldo’s goal celebration in his garden as he builds ‘Perfect Footballer’Ronaldo also has partnerships with Tag Heuer, Armani, Clear Shampoo, Herbalife, as well as cryptocurrency companies Binance and Garena Free Fire. The star has his own “CR7” brand, comprising fragrances and underwear, as well as dabbling in foot and eyewear. He decided to pursue a hotel partnership with the Pestana Hotel Group in 2016, and at the time of writing, Ronaldo owns five hotels, in Funchal, Madeira, and Lisbon – the inaugural hotels – before adding others in Madrid and Marrakesh, with plans for another in Paris.Ronaldo, as an advocate for physical health, also moved into the fitness market, with CR7 Fitness by Crunch, a gym network across the Iberian peninsula. He also invested in the Madrid hair transplant clinic Insparya, which now has locations across Spain and Portugal.He invested in an online watch market – chrono24 – in 2023, and he bought a 10 per cent stake in porcelain company Vista Alegre Atlantis.Ronaldo additionally bought huge shares within the Portuguese media industry, purchasing a large proportion of Medialivre, a huge Portuguese media company, as well as having shares in outlets such as Jornal de Negócios and Correio da Manhã to help bolster his image.Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo revealed his new Nike bootsCredit: Not known, clear with picture deskThe six-time Ballon D’Or winner has been named Forbes’ highest paid sportsperson twiceCredit: Getty More

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    Leicester consider Russell Martin to replace Ruud van Nistelrooy as manager but could face battle with Man City owners

    RUSSELL MARTIN is emerging as a shock contender to lead Leicester back to the Premier League.Martin, 39, was axed by relegation rivals Southampton but his work in the Championship at Saints caught the Foxes’ eye.Russell Martin is emerging as a shock contender to lead Leicester back to the Premier LeagueCredit: GettyRuud van Nistelrooy is clinging to his job after a disastrous run since succeeding Steve Cooper in November and a decision is set for the end of the season.Leicester face Newcastle at home tomorrow having won just once in the Prem in 2025.The Dutchman, 48, is liked by Leicester’s hierarchy but some within the club are already looking at a change.Sean Dyche is a promotion specialist from his Burnley days and carries an obvious appeal. But Martin has significant support at the King Power.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSFoxes   were promoted playing a passing game under Enzo Maresca last season and they will look for a similar style and approach.Martin had his critics during his time at MK Dons, Swansea and Southampton because he refuses to change his ways. But that may be the attraction to Leicester, who have players who would excel down a level if they played a passing game.Martin has had other interest and is also being mentioned within the City Group as a coach for one of their clubs around the globe because of the way he plays.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSCommenting on his future at Leicester, Van Nistelrooy said: “It needs to be sorted yesterday. I think it’s very important to be aligned on that with the club.“We have to find out over the coming weeks because, of course, coming in December and how the winter window went, taking it into the new season and the challenges we face, it’s very important for me to be aligned and what the possibilities are there.“That alignment has to take place.”Ruud van Nistelrooy is clinging to his jobCredit: Getty More

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    Gary Lineker explains why BBC need THREE presenters to replace him on MOTD and gives verdict on trio

    GARY LINEKER suggested he is being replaced by THREE presenters on Match of the Day because it is such a “massive commitment”.Lineker, 64, will step down as host of MOTD after 26 years in May and will leave the Beeb altogether in 2026 after next season’s FA Cup and World Cup.Lineker will be replaced by three presenters on Match of the DayCredit: BBCMOTD2 host Mark Chapman is among the replacementsCredit: PALogan will be a regular on Saturday nights from now onCredit: PASky favourite Cates is making the switchCredit: PAThe legendary presenter will be replaced by a three-person presenting team consisting of Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan, who will rotate from next term.The England great joked that he thinks it’s a compliment that so many people are needed to succeed him, but he admits this decision has nothing to do with his legacy.Instead, the Leicester icon believes this comes down to family reasons as the job would demand they all sacrifice a number of weekends that they could spend with their loved ones over the next few years.The former Everton, Tottenham and Barcelona hitman himself recently stated that he never really had Saturdays and Sundays off throughout his adult life.Read More on FootballSo the TV star claims that having all three available on a rotation basis would allow them to continue enjoying quality time with their families.And he is very much looking forward to watching the new team of “top presenters” doing a “great job”.Lineker told FourFourTwo: “That’s probably down to the fact it’s a massive commitment.“Those three have all got families, and if you’re saying someone is going to do it for the next 10 or 20 years, then your weekends are gone.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS“That might be it, I don’t know. I didn’t get involved in any of that. I take it as a compliment that they’ve named three, but I suspect it’s not due to that.“I haven’t seen them yet to speak to them, but I will do – they’ll be fine and they’ll do a great job. I’ve known them all for years, they’re top presenters.’This is why I don’t talk to old people’ – Maya Jama bites back at Gary Lineker after he revealed relationship status“I’ll be watching, but probably on iPlayer… I don’t think I’ll be watching on Saturday. Maybe the odd time, if I’m in.”Lineker confirmed recently that he will no longer do TV after leaving the BBC and will instead focus on his podcasts. More

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    ‘Then I can think about calling it a day’ – Joe Joyce out to revive title hopes in Filip Hrgovic amid retirement talk

    JOE JOYCE is out to KO Filip Hrgovic and talk of retirement in the same breathe as he prepares to put his career on the line. Joyce returns on Saturday in Manchester on DAZN in a make-or-break clash following a punishing points loss to Derek Chisora in July. Joe Joyce is out to KO Filip Hrgovic and talk of retirementCredit: GettyThe 39-year-old Olympic silver medalist faced calls to retire from his boxing peers – after two damaging defeats to Zhilei Zhang in 2023 as well. But Joyce still dreams of landing a world title shot but will first need to put doubts over his career to bed. He told Boxing Social: “I’ve been up the mountain twice, it’s the third time where I need to actually get the proper full belt. “Not an interim or anything like that, I just need to get the full title or full titles and then I can think about calling it a day. READ MORE IN BOXING”Of course I’m happy. I’m doing what I like to do. I have a big fight coming up and I’m excited for that. “While I’m still enjoying it and making money I’m going to continue doing my job.” Joyce beat Daniel Dubois – now the current IBF champion – in 2020 and looked on course for a shot at the world title. He held the WBO interim belt – making him mandatory to Oleksandr Usyk at the time – while also being linked with fighting Tyson Fury. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut his defeats to Zhang sent Joyce down the pecking order – despite returning with victory against Kash Ali last year. It was his loss to Chisora – hitting the canvas in the process – which left Joyce staring retirement in the face. Boxer flips table as Joe Joyce vs Filip Hrgovic press conference descends into chaos But he looks to get back to winning ways against Hrgovic, 32, who is coming off an eight-round stoppage to Dubois, 27, last June. Joyce said: “I know exactly what to do. And I’m ready. It’s great to be in exciting fights. “He has a lot to offer because he’s high up in the rankings so that puts me back at the top of sport which is what I’m trying to do.” Joyce facing off with HrgovicCredit: Getty More

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    David Adeleye is the heavyweight tipped by Tyson Fury as Britain’s next star who wanted to be an ARCHITECT before boxing

    DAVID ADELEYE is building back his heavyweight career – after leaving behind plans to be an ARCHITECT before boxing.Adeleye first picked up the gloves at 12 but only three years later did he begin competing seriously as an amateur. David Adeleye was once tipped as the future of the heavyweight divisionCredit: instagram @davidadeleyeAdeleye has sparred Tyson Fury beforeCredit: instagram @davidadeleyeHe has also sparred Anthony Joshua beforeCredit: Instagram @davidadeleye1He would later win national titles before turning professional in 2019 having also studied business management at the University of Wolverhampton.And Adeleye, 28, told The Ring Magazine: “I wanted to be an architect when I was younger.”I look at buildings and I’m intrigued about how they’re made, who made it, who came up with the ideas. “You’ve got to have some sort of adventurous mind to be an architect. I think I’m an adventurous person and a creative person.”READ MORE IN BOXINGAdeleye rushed to 12-0 and also became known as a sparring partner to the stars, including Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua.The Londoner was such a regular in Fury’s Morecambe camp that he even got insured on one of the Gypsy King’s cars. Fury also sung his praises, once saying: “David Adeleye is the future of this division. “I told him the other night in the changing rooms, I said, ‘You’ve got believe in yourself Dave, because you’re going to take over the division, mate.’ Most read in Boxing”And he’s great sparring, very very good sparring. If he was no good to me, then I wouldn’t bring him into my training camps.” Adeleye suffered his first defeat in October 2023 following a brutal knockout loss to Fabio Wardley. David Adeleye and Jeamie TKV forced apart in explosive row ahead of Joe Joyce undercard fight But he bounced back with victory ten months later with an equally savage first-round stoppage of Solomon Dacres in December.Adeleye won the English title that night and now fights for the British belt against ex-sparring partner Jeamie Tshikeva – looking to settle bad blood. The bout lands on the undercard of Joe Joyce’s headline bout against Filip Hrgovic in Manchester.Adeleye warned: “No judges needed. That W’s coming home with me and so is the British title. “When I let these hands go, everyone knows about it. I’m an aggressive person. They’re all going to know about it. Trust me.”Adeleye – who has 12 KOs in his 13 wins – graduated with a degree and even did a dissertation on the business aspect of boxing. And he said: “I still kind of want to do [architecture], maybe. Read More on The Sun”One of my teachers disheartened me by telling me how long the course was at university and it was a long process and whatnot.”Maybe one day, you never know.”Adeleye faces Jeamie TKV for British titleCredit: Leigh Dawney/Queensberry Promotions More

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    Arsenal set to move for Nico Williams after new chief Andrea Berta holds transfer talks with Spain star’s agent

    ANDREA BERTA is ready to raid LaLiga for talent this summer – with Nico Williams in his sights. The new Arsenal sporting director is bracing for a busy first few months in the job. Nico Williams is on Arsenal’s radar ahead of a huge summer at the EmiratesCredit: GettyNew sporting director Andrea Berta (left) is plotting a major overhaulCredit: GettyItalian Berta, 53, was appointed as Edu’s successor earlier this month.And he’s got straight to work in planning for a radical overhaul at the Emirates.The former Atletico Madrid chief reportedly met with Williams’ representatives earlier this week.It was one of Berta’s first acts in his new role, where he is tasked with making Arsenal consistent title challengers.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBerta set up a meeting with the 22-year-old’s agent Felix Tainta, according to The Guardian.Williams, a tricky and exciting winger, has been a long-term target for the Gunners. He has helped Bilbao reach the quarter finals of the Europa League this season, netting 8 times in 35 games. Arsenal approached Bilbao over a move last summer after Williams had broken England’s hearts in the Euro 2024 final.Most read in FootballARSENAL FILES: HOW GUNNERS COULD LINE-UP AGAINST REAL MADRIDBut they were told the Spaniard was keen to stay in LaLiga for at least another season. Williams has a release clause of £48.4million and the outlet claims he is pushing for a move. England fans heartbroken as Three Lions trail Spain courtesy of Nico Williams goalBarcelona, Chelsea and Bayern Munich are all set to rival Arsenal for his signature. Berta has wasted no time in getting his feet under the table in North London.He has already drawn up an exciting shortlist as he looks to provide Mikel Arteta with a true No9.Arsenal look set to finish second in the Premier League for a third consecutive season.And their lack of depth in attacking areas has been laid bare by a crowded injury room this term.Arsenal ratings v FulhamARSENAL had a night of mixed fortunes as they beat Fulham 2-1 at the Emirates.Bukayo Saka not only returned but also scored after 101 days out.But injuries to Gabriel and Jurrien Timber ahead of next week’s visit of Real Madrid took the gloss off the win.Here’s How SunSport’s Josh Hall rated Mikel Arteta’s men on the night.DAVID RAYA – 7Week by week Raya is staking a claim as one of the best goalkeepers in the league.He doesn’t have to face a barrage of shots as part of this Arsenal team, but rarely falters when he is called upon.His distribution and preventative high claims are also among the best around.There was little he could have done to stop Rodrigo Muniz’s deflected goal.JURRIEN TIMBER – 6It looked like the Dutchman’s night was going to be cut short around the half an hour mark when he went down clutching his knee.Fortunately, he was able to play on and even managed to test Bend Leno with a stinging effort in the second half.Unfortunately his earlier knock proved too much and he was taken off with a niggle in the 75th minute.Arsenal could now be without at least two starting defenders for their clash with Real Madrid.GABRIEL – N/AJust when Arsenal fans thought they were creeping out of their injury crisis with the return of Bukayo Saka, they lose another top star.Gabriel hobbled off after just 15 minutes to be replaced by Jakub Kiwior.Arteta – and every Arsenal fan up and down the country – will be hoping the wall at the back will be fighting fit for their Champions League quarter-final first leg against Real Madrid next week.WILLIAM SALIBA – 6Stepped up to the plate in Gabriel’s absence and looked assured both on and off the ball.His frame did wonders to prevent Raul Jimenez from fashioning any chances in dangerous areas.However, he wasn’t able to do enough to stop Rodrigo Muniz from batting it against him to pull a late goal back for Fulham.MYLES LEWIS-SKELLY – 7Every time you see Lewis-Skelly play you wonder how he’s only 18 and not a seasoned pro with years of experience at the top.He didn’t set the world alight against the Cottagers, but looked just as assured and comfortable as he always does – this time without Gabriel by his side.While he also made an important bloke to prevent Muniz after Fulham had pulled back a late goal.Mikel Arteta has splashed the cash to have a plethora of options at left-back, yet it seems like the Hale End academy graduate is now the number one choice for that position.THOMAS PARTEY – 7Almost gifted Fulham a golden opportunity with a loose header in the first half, but saw David Raya pop up to save the day.Despite a few loose touches he did enough to keep the ball moving in central areas.He’s become an important starter for Arsenal this season, yet still seems to be on his way out in the summer on the expiration of his deal.DECLAN RICE – 6He’s not a glamorous footballer, but he’s always going to give 100 per cent no matter what.Certainly not his worst game in an Arsenal shirt, but by no means his best.MARTIN ODEGAARD – 5Another frustrating night for the Arsenal captain who seems to have been unable to find the keys to unlock the low block his side faces each week.The Norwegian is certainly one of the best talents in the league, but has only shown it in glimpses this season.Arsenal as a whole looked a bit laboured and lacklustre at times, often that’s a result of the way Odegaard is playing. When he ticks, the whole team does too.GABRIEL MARTINELLI – 9Regularly made Timothy Castagne look silly throughout the match and get into dangerous positions by the byline.But despite fashioning plenty of opportunities, the Brazilian was – as per usual – struggling with his end product in the first half.It almost seemed as if every shot or final pass was rushed or snatched at for the opening 45 minutes.That changed in the second half when his delightful flick perfectly teed up Bukayo Saka for a dream return to action.Finally looked like he had the goal to top off a spectacular performance in the dying moments, but was deemed to be marginally offside when his effort found the back of the net.ETHAN NWANERI – 7Bright spark in the opening exchanges and volleyed one right down the throat of Bernd Leno in the 21st minute as he looked the most likely to find the back of the net at first.Instead it was his cutback that helped open the scoring when he placed it on to the boot of Mikel Merino to poke home the first goal of the night.Replaced by Saka in the second half in perhaps a foreshadowing of what might happen to his role in the squad for the remainder of the season.MIKEL MERINO – 8Merino has stepped up the role of of make-shift striker with the sort of professionalism you would want from any player in your team.He might not make darting runs behind the back four, or curl delightful efforts round the keeper, but he’s certainly got a knack for goal.His punt towards goal took a healthy deflection off Jorge Cuenca to send it into the corner, but he won’t care – now netting an impressive five goals in eight games as a centre-forward.He almost made that six when he rifled another effort goalward from a corner in the 60th minute.SUBS: JAKUB KIWIOR – 4 (ON FOR GARBRIEL 15mins)Always a tough task to replace one of the best defenders in the league, but didn’t do enough to impress at all.Sloppily gave the ball away to gift a golden opportunity to Adama Traore in the second half, but was lucky to see the shot blazed wide.He was partly to blame for leaving Rodrigo Muniz wide open for his wayward header on the 80th minute mark – once again saved by sloppy finishing.With each game that passes it seems to be more obvious that the Polish international just isn’t at the required level.BUKAYO SAKA – 8 (ON FOR NWANERI 66mins)The Emirates erupted in its loudest cheer of the night when Saka made his return to action after 21 games and 101 days on the sidelines with a hamstring injury.That was until he nodded home the Gunners’ second just six minutes after crossing the line and an even louder roar bellowed around N5.Arsenal have missed him dearly, and a return right before perhaps the biggest European game in the Emirates era could be crucial for Mikel Arteta’s side.LEANDRO TROSSARD – 5 (ON FOR TIMBER 77mins)Had very little impact on the match coming on so late, but did nick the ball off the foot of captain Odegaard who was lining up a thunderous effort.SunSport revealed last week that Arsenal are eyeing up Eintracht Frankfurt hitman Hugo Ekitike as an alternative to £150m-rated Newcastle star Alexander Isak.Isak looks set to stay in the North East with Newcastle unlikely to sell their prized asset.While Berta has also put Sporting Lisbon goal machine Viktor Gyokeres on his wishlist.The former Coventry forward is one of Europe’s most in-demand players after netting 42 goals in his last 42 games. Arteta appeared upbeat as he discussed the upcoming transfer window ahead of Tuesday’s 2-1 win over Fulham. He said: “It’s going to be a big one and we are very excited about it.”When you are going to go again, we want to increase the depth of the squad and the quality and the skills that we need to go to the next step.Read More on The Sun”Every summer is big because it is an opportunity and especially because of the number of players we have in the squad right now, that is necessary.”But it’s a big summer for many things because first of all we have to maintain the good foundations that we have and then obviously how can we improve and evolve the team.” More

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    Major blow to shamed ex-footballer Joey Barton as thug’s business faces being struck off

    DISGRACED footballer Joey Barton’s personal company faces being struck off for failing to file accounts on time.A business run by ex Manchester City star Barton, who was convicted of kicking his wife in a drunken row this week, has been served with an order to close.Joey Barton’s personal company faces being struck off for failing to file accounts on timeJoey Barton Promotions has not published legally required accounts and is now facing being struck off by Companies House.The firm faces a fine of £375 for failing to submit the documents which were supposed to have been published by Christmas Eve. If they are not filed by April 1, the fine will double to £750.The business’s last financial details for 2022 were published in June 2023 and revealed it was £58,539 in the red.The firm had just £2,301 in cash at the bank and the only other assets are computer equipment worth £1,958 and a debt of £148 owed to the business.READ MORE ON JOEY BARTONBut it was plunged into the red as it owed creditors £60,988, the accounts showed.This week Barton avoided jail for pushing his wife over and kicking her in the head after an incident at their home in southwest London in June 2021.Barton, 42, was convicted of assault and given a 12-week sentence, suspended for two years – meaning he will not go to prison unless he commits another offence.Wife Georgia Barton, 38, was left with a lump on her forehead and a bleeding nose after the attack in Kew.Most read in FootballBarton was arrested in his bedroom – still drunk – on the night of the attack, Westminster Magistrates’ Court was told.He has a chequered history of violence which included burning team mate Jamie Tandy’s eye with a cigar, punching teammate Ousmane Dabo until he blacked out, and a six month prison sentence for punching a man 20 times before turning his anger on a 16-year-old in a Liverpool City Centre bust up caught on CCTV.Barton also owns between 25%-50% of a management consultancy Resolve Energy which employs 26 people and has nearly £670,000 in assets.Joey Barton ‘shoved wife & kicked her in head as their kids slept upstairs’ More