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    Ex-England star Jermain Defoe is ‘dating Love Island wannabe just weeks after collapse of his marriage’

    FORMER footballer Jermain Defoe is dating a Love Island wannabe weeks after his marriage collapsed, it has been reported. The ex England star, 40, has been secretly seeing influencer Alisha LeMay, 31, who was tipped for the ITV dating show in 2019.
    Jermain Defoe is dating a Love Island wannabe after his marriage collapsedCredit: instagram
    He is said to be a ‘regular’ visitor to Alisha LeMayCredit: Instagram/@alishalemayx
    The influencer has posted pictures in several exotic locationsCredit: Instagram/@alishalemayx
    Defoe was pictured without his wedding ring while on holiday in St Lucia
    And he was pictured leaving her home in Harlow, Essex, on Thursday morning. Alisha went to the front door in her brown dressing gown as he left.
    Meanwhile, Defoe wore a blue puffer jacket over a hooded top, designer ripped jeans and black trainers. He also had a Stetson hat and moustache.
    He climbed into his Range Rover before driving away as Alisha waved him off smiling.
    She then walked to her Land Rover Defender to pick up a bag from posh Selfridges, where she used to work as a personal shopper.
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    TV football pundit Defoe was back again in the evening and drove off again the following morning.
    Sources told the MailOnline he had been a “regular visitor” in the past few weeks. They have also been seen in a nearby cafe.
    Alisha has posted glamorous photos from exotic locations including Jamaica, Ibiza, Paris and Capri in Italy on her social media.
    When she was rumoured to be on Winter’s Love Island, a source said: “Alisha is exactly the type of contestant ITV2 is looking for – she’s gorgeous, body confident and isn’t afraid to be herself.
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    “She already works as an influencer and has collaborated with brands like PrettyLittleThing, Missguided and ASOS.
    “She’s an advocate of body positivity and often admits on her Instagram to never wanting to be perfect, which is an important message to young viewers of the show.”
    Last month Defoe sparked fears his marriage was in trouble after spending Christmas in the Caribbean while wife Donna stayed at home in Glasgow.
    The former Spurs and West Ham star, 40, was pictured without his wedding ring while Donna, also 40, has reverted to her maiden name of Tierney on social media and has unfollowed her hubby.
    Neither of them has posted about each other on social media for eight weeks.
    Both have removed Instagram images of the OK! magazine cover that featured their £200,000 wedding last June.
    The Sun on Sunday revealed Defoe had begged a nurse for sex just a month after getting married.
    A source said: “The marriage seems to be in trouble. You would think they would want to spend their first Christmas together as husband and wife but they haven’t so things aren’t looking at all good.”
    Defoe and Donna married at stately home Cliveden House, in Berkshire, in June last year.
    The lavish bash featured across 14 pages as well as the cover of OK! magazine later that month.
    But the £20,000 wedding has caused a riddle about whether it actually happened.
    The local register office has no record of him and his “bride” Donna Tierney legally getting married at the country house venue, which it normally would do.
    There is also no record of any marriage in Glasgow where they were living at the time on June 4 last year.
    A source said: “It’s all a mystery. They didn’t let the mag have their reporter and photographer at the wedding at Cliveden House.
    “Instead, they had their own photographer and sent them the pictures, and then subsequently gave an interview to a reporter.
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    “But no one is aware of them actually getting married and there were no pictures in the magazine of anyone marrying them.”
    When The Sun approached Donna — who has removed the pics from her social media — and asked if they actually got wed, she said: “Of course we did. I’ve heard these rumours, I don’t know where they’ve come from.”
    Alisha Lemay was rumoured to be on Love Island in 2019
    Former England international footballer Defoe retired from playing last yearCredit: The FA – Getty Images
    Donna Tierney insists her wedding to Jermain Defoe was legitimateCredit: instagram
    Defoe and Donna both spent Christmas apart – which should have been their first together as a married coupleCredit: instagram More

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    Fans all saying same thing as Macclesfield allow star Tom Clare to join Love Island with Robbie Savage slammed

    MACCLESFIELD have been slammed for allowing their player Tom Clare to join Love Island – with director of football Robbie Savage in the firing line.The forward, 23, will join the winter version of ITV’s popular hit reality TV series, filmed in South Africa.
    Macclesfield have allowed player Tom Clare to join Love Island
    Robbie Savage is Macclesfield’s director of footballCredit: Getty
    Love Island’s Twitter account posted his introduction video, with the caption, “Footballer Tom is ready to tackle the boys to get the girl of his dreams.”
    And even Macclesfield director of football Robbie Savage has backed the move, calling Clare “Mr Love Island”.
    The non-league club said in a statement: “Macclesfield FC can confirm that the Club have granted Tom Clare an extended period of leave in order to appear in this year’s Love Island competition.
    “Tom approached us with the request a number of weeks ago and we were happy to show the same loyalty that he has to us since becoming one of our first-ever signings back in 2021.
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    “Despite the fact that we are disappointed to lose a player of Tom’s calibre for the foreseeable future, we also recognise the incredible opportunity that this represents for both him and his family on a personal level.
    “Tom remains very much part of our plans here at the Leasing.com Stadium and has expressed his unwavering desire to return to the Club after the show.
    “We wish Tom every success and look forward to welcoming him back to the Club in due course.”
    The move caused uproar online and so did Savage’s support of it.
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    One said: “Absolutely embarrassing that you’re supporting this Robbie, the reality of football these days and the reality of men! F***king shit show.”
    Another added: “Football slips slowly further into the gutter… how is that commitment to your team asking for time out to go on a questionable reality show. Macclesfield fans should be fuming.”
    Clark becomes the latest footballer to join the show.
    Jamie Allen, 27, who played for Halifax and ex-Coventry City Under-18 player Reece Ford, 23, both starred.
    And so did Finn Tapp, 23, the former MK Dons academy star who won Love Island with partner Paige Turley.
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    Pregnant Molly-Mae cheers on boyfriend Tommy and Tyson Fury at fun run in torrential rain before tucking into big fry up

    TOMMY FURY dubbed girlfriend Molly-Mae Hague his “biggest supporter” after she braved the elements to watch him take part in a run.The boxer-turned-Love-Island star took part in a 10km run at Tatton Park in Knutsford on Saturday afternoon – despite the rain storms battering the UK.
    Tommy Fury took part in a 10km run in the torrential rain todaytCredit: INSTAGRAM@TOMMYFURY
    Dotting girlfriend Molly-Mae was there to suppor her other halfCredit: INSTAGRAM@TOMMYFURY
    Fury’s older brother Tyson also took part in the gruelling run
    Tommy enjoyed a nice fry-up with Molly-Mae after the raceCredit: INSTAGRAM@MOLLYMAE
    And the ever-supportive Molly-Mae – who is pregnant with their first child – was there to cheer him on in the pouring rain.
    A wet Fury posted a snap of the pair embracing before the race to his Instagram story, writing: “My number one biggest supporter.”
    Molly-Mae opted against standing in the pouring rain for too long and decided to take in the warmth of their luxury car.
    Along with a picture of a hot drink, she wrote on her Instagram story: “I think I’ll just wait here with the heated seat on.
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    “Cheering you on from the car, babe.”
    Tommy wasn’t the only Fury in action during the race as brother Tyson also took part in the run.
    But the Gypsy King kept a low profile as he donned a hoodie to hide himself as best he could.
    Tommy, 23, worked up quite the appetite during the run and ended up going for a Full English with Molly-Mae after burning through the calories.
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    Fry-ups could very well soon be off the menu for Tommy as a February grudge match with Jake Paul is on the cards.
    Negotiations are currently ongoing, although both parties are currently at a financial impasse.
    Tommy, however, is seemingly so desperate to put a beating on The Problem Child that he’ll take the fight for “free.”
    He said: “Once again I’m seeing Jake Paul s**t all over the internet.
    “You offered Paddy Pimblett a million pound to spar.
    “You offered Tyson a million-pound bet about some b****cks or other.
    Tommy Fury is in fresh talks over a showdown with YouTuber Jake PaulCredit: BT Sport
    “But you don’t want to pay me much more to have a fight.
    “Well I’ll go one better than that cause it’s gone past money for me now – I’m not bothered.
    “I’ll fight you for free in Manchester or London, next month.
    “Not a problem. So let’s see how game you are.
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    “Promoters get nothing whose trying to take everything, me and you get nothing, all proceeds will go to charity.
    “I just want to fight you and put an end to you, because all this money and everything – it’s gone on too long. Take it or leave it.” More

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    Super rich Love Island star who was rejected by Laura Woods responds after fellow Arsenal fan turned down dinner invite

    FORMER Love Island star Charlie Brake has taken his rejection from Laura Woods in good spirits.Broadcaster and Arsenal fan Woods politely declined Brake’s offer of a dinner date following the 3-1 win over West Ham.
    Laura Woods was asked out on social media by a former Love IslanderCredit: Getty
    Charlie Brake has responded after being rejected by the popular broadcasterCredit: Getty Images – Getty
    After popular talkSPORT host Woods, 35, praised Gunners defender Ben White as “magic” on Twitter, Brake replied: “You’re magic.”
    Woods politely thanked her fellow Arsenal supporter, before Brake, 27, attempted to woo her with an offer of dinner.
    The former Sky Sports presenter let him down gently by saying: “I’m not hungry but thank you.”
    Now the super rich Brake has responded to his rejection, and appears to have taken it well.
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    He wrote on Twitter: “If you don’t buy a ticket you don’t win the raffle.”
    Brake later joked: “Dinner anyone?”, followed by a magic wand emoji.
    Fans on social media had initially reacted hilariously to Brake’s public rejection.
    One joked: “You were refused a ticket!”
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    While a second quipped: “Charlie the only thing getting cooked.”
    Another praised Woods by saying: “Fair play at least that was a gentle let down.”
    Although Brake, a socialite from London’s swanky Chelsea, didn’t seem too disappointed based on his follow up tweets.
    The former Love Island star’s grandfather is the founder of food distribution company Brakes.
    They sold the company in 2002 to a US-based private equity firm for a whopping £434million.
    Woods worked for ITV during the recent World CupCredit: Getty More

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    Laura Woods rejects Love Island star after he asks her out for dinner following Arsenal’s win over West Ham

    LAURA WOODS rejected a Love Island star as she declared her adoration for her beloved Arsenal ace instead.The broadcaster and massive Gunners fan was in high spirits as Mikel Arteta’s side came from 1-0 down to beat West Ham and move seven points clear at the top of the table.
    Laura Woods rejected the advances of a Love Island star on Boxing DayCredit: Instagram / @laurawoodsy
    Charlie Brake tried his luck on Twitter after Arsenal beat West HamCredit: Getty Images – Getty
    Woodsy, 35, heaped her praise on Ben White, who plenty reckon would fit right in at Casa Amor.
    And with the popular talkSPORT host clearly in a celebratory mood, former 2018 Love Islander Charlie Brake tried his luck with a speculative effort to woo her.
    Woods was having none of it, though, as she calmly shot down his advances and ended his hopes of some festive cheer.
    Laura initially tweeted at full-time on Boxing Day: “Ben White is magic,” to her 662,000 followers.
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    Charlie then slid into the replies by responding: “You’re magic,” complete with a wand emoji.
    Woods replied with three laughing emojis and a simple: “Thank you Charlie.”
    Charlie was not done there, though, as he added: “Dinner?”
    Laura showed her class as she politely declined the invite.
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    The former Sky Sports presenter said: “I’m not hungry but thank you.”
    But fellow Arsenal fan Charlie was seemingly not too disappointed as he added an extra tweet on Tuesday morning, writing: “If you don’t buy a ticket you don’t win the raffle.”
    It led to some hilarious reaction from fans on social media.
    One said: “That’s a pie and a half albeit one that won’t be eaten cos she’s not hungry!”

    Another wrote: “Yesss Woodsy!! @Charlie_Brake would you like cream with that pie?”
    And a third added: “Someone better phone the fire brigade to put those flames out from that crash and burn.”

    Brake certainly got a far better response than others who have flirted with Woods online.
    The Arsenal supporter regularly crushes trolls by publicly humiliating them and brutally rejecting sleazy fans’ plucky requests.
    Woods is a presenter for ITV, talkSPORT, DAZN and Prime VideoCredit: Instagram / @laurawoodsy
    Ben White excelled at right-back once again for the GunnersCredit: Getty More

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    England star Jack Grealish reveals secret hobby – and even has a nickname to go with it

    ENGLAND star Jack Grealish has revealed he is learning to become a DJ.Grealish, 27, has been open about his love to party when he’s not on the pitch and showed why he’s called “Jack the Lad” last summer when he celebrated City’s Premier League title in Ibiza and Las Vegas.
    Manchester City star Jack Grealish admitted he is learning how to DJCredit: BT Sport
    Jack Grealish even revealed he came up with a new nickname for his next careerCredit: BT Sport
    Jack Grealish spoke to former Love Island participant Josh DenzelCredit: BT Sport
    The versatile forward also declared he would be a club promoter in Spain if he didn’t make it as a professional football player.
    And it looks like he is preparing to cross over to that area, perhaps after he hangs up his boots.
    That is why Grealish is trying to learn how to DJ, and even came up with the nickname of “DJ Greal-O”.
    The City star, though, admitted during an interview with former Love Island participant Josh Denzel that he is currently “awful” at it but won’t give up as he wants a new hobby.

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    Grealish told BT Sport earlier this season: “Mate, do you know what? You know me. Actually, I like every type of music. I’m actually trying to start, I’m trying to learn to DJ at the moment.”
    Denzel cut in: “Jack Grealish the DJ, yeah?”
    Grealish responded: “Yeah, DJ Greal-O. Nah, I don’t know what name [it] is.”
    Denzel asked: “How good are you at DJing? Because I tried and I gave up.”
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    Grealish said: “I am awful, I am awful but everything takes time, doesn’t it? I’m trying to learn Spanish as well. Spanish in a brummy accent, yeah.
    “But I just want like, do you know what it is? I want to try and learn some stuff outside of football and have like a hobby and stuff.
    “I watch a few stuff on TV but when I thought about it, I don’t actually do a lot of stuff outside of football.
    “So I want to learn to do some stuff. People say DJing, and once you get the hang of it – obviously it takes a lot of time – but it’s something that you can really enjoy.”
    Grealish has come on as a second half substitute in both of England’s World Cup games so far in Qatar.
    Now the ex-Aston Villa man will be hoping he can force his way into the starting line-up for the final group stage match against Wales on Tuesday.
    England will top Group B if they beat Wales and are already guaranteed a spot in the last 16 if they can avoid a four-goal defeat.
    Grealish has featured as a substitute in both of England’s World Cup games so farCredit: Reuters More

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    Jake Paul REJECTS Tommy Fury’s fight offer amid claims Love Island star’s management company ‘don’t pay’ opponents

    JAKE PAUL has rejected Tommy Fury’s fight offer after claiming the Love Island star’s team “don’t pay” opponents.Twice the pair have signed for a celebrity grudge match and both times Fury was forced to pull out.
    Tommy Fury’s hopes of facing Jake Paul have suffered a blowCredit: Global Titans
    The Problem Child claims TNT’s management company don’t pay opponentsCredit: Twitter / @jakepaul
    Paul looked set to make a hat-trick of attempts to get Tyson Fury’s younger brother into the ring – especially after they finally came face-to-face this month.
    TNT was due to fight Paul Lambert in Dubai on the undercard of Floyd Mayweather’s exhibition with YouTueber Deji only for it to be scrapped amid Fury coming in overweight.
    That led to Fury facing Cameroonian Rolly Lambert in a snooze-fest exhibition instead – which Paul hit the ringside for to provide commentary.
    After Tommy’s win on points his incensed dad John Fury noticed Paul ringside, and he ripped off his shirt and launched a fiery tirade at the 25-year-old.
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    However, he was not the only one fuming.
    After Fury had come in 7lb overweight, Bamba had insisted on a new deal being made which eventually led to that bout being scrapped and Lambert stepping in.
    Global Titans, who put on the event, have paid the Brit in full since as they claimed that the issue was a contractual error that was neither fighter’s fault – although Bamba is adamant he has not received a penny.
    The American claims he has lost over £30,000 from it – and that has put Paul off facing Fury as he insisted that his compatriot should be paid after he made the agreed weight.
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    Providing an update on talks for the Fury clash, the YouTuber-turned-boxing star wrote: “One thing I’m never going to do is do business with people who don’t treat fighters well. Pay Paul Bamba.”
    And that could scupper any plans as Fury has insisted that they are involved in the pair’s third attempted fight date.
    Fury tweeted at the weekend: “Jake Paul, if you want this fight to happen with me and Global Titans in Feb or March in any location decided by GT, we can have the contracts sent by Wednesday.”
    With Paul not initially responding, he then added: “NO RESPONSE to my team from Jake Paul in regards to sorting contracts for this fight. My last tweet until I have some communication from your side.” More

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    Jarrod Bowen brushes off World Cup snub as he heads to Disneyland with Love Island star girlfriend Dani Dyer and her son

    WEST HAM star Jarrod Bowen is getting over his World Cup snub with a trip to Disneyland with girlfriend Dani Dyer and her son.The attacker was left out of Southgate’s final England squad, but he was all smiles as his former Love Island contestant girlfriend shared pictures from their trip.
    Jarrod Bowen is getting over his England snub at DisneylandCredit: Instagram @danidyerxx
    The West Ham forward went with his partner Dani DyerCredit: instagram
    Bowen took Dyer’s son Santiago on one of the ridesCredit: Instagram
    He has not found his best form for the Hammers this seasonCredit: Getty
    The couple posed in front of the Disney castle, and in another clip Dyer showed off one-year-old Santiago looked delighted as he played with a bubble machine.
    While the England team prepare for their game with Iran in the blistering heat in Qatar, Bowen and his partner watched as the Disney characters went past, including Mickey Mouse and Goofy.
    The forward got fully into the mood by wearing a Mickey Mouse hat.
    Bowen would have been disappointed not to have made the England World Cup team as he was called up earlier this year following a fine season for West Ham.
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    The 25-year-old was instrumental in his side’s run to the Europa League semi-finals before the heartbreak defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt.
    He made his debut for England in the 1-0 defeat to Hungary and played the full 90 minutes.
    This season, however, the forward started slowly but showed signs of improvement as he began to find the back of the net.
    Although, much like the West Ham team, he has struggled to maintain his form and has only scored twice in his 15 Premier League appearances this season.
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    The Hammers did have one player make it to Qatar as captain Declan Rice got the call from Southgate.
    The midfielder is expected to play a key role for the Three Lions in the heart of midfield.
    England’s campaign starts with their group fixture against Iran on November 21, after that they will face the USA and Wales. More