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    Barry Lloyd dead at 75: Former Chelsea and Fulham star passes away as former clubs lead tributes

    FORMER Chelsea and Fulham star Barry Lloyd has died at the age of 75.The English midfielder made more than 289 appearances for Fulham and 10 for Chelsea.Chelsea and Fulham star Barry Lloyd has passed away aged 75Lloyd captained Fulham in the 1960 and 70sLloyd also managed Brighton between 1987 and 1993.He took the Seagulls to promotion from the third tier and a shock appearance in the second tier play-off final during his tenure.He is also credited with planting the seeds of a youth policy which would begin to bear fruit during his reign.Lloyd was chief scout for Brighton several seasons from 2007.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSBrighton’s statement on X read: “We extend our sincere condolences to Barry’s family and friends at this saddest of times. “The players will wear black armbands today against Chelsea and there will be a tribute next weekend against Spurs.”Lloyd played for Chelsea first between 1966 and 1968, before switching across West London to Fulham.He enjoyed far more success for the Cottagers, scoring 29 goals in eight years, with three of them as captain.Most read in FootballLloyd later managed Brighton after stints with Yeovil and WorthingFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSLloyd skippered the Cottagers to promotion from Division Three in 1971, scoring in the win at Bradford City that confirmed the club were going up.Fulham wrote on X: “RIP Barry Lloyd. Our former captain and member of the squad that reached the 1975 FA Cup Final has sadly passed away.”Enzo Maresca opens door for £200,000-a-week Chelsea outcast to return to fold and says ‘we all make mistakes’ He then joined Hereford United in October 1976.The following year he returned to the capital, helping Brentford to promotion from the Fourth Division, before a move into management with Southern League outfit Yeovil Town in August 1978.The club’s statement read: “Everyone at Yeovil Town Football Club are saddened to learn about the passing of former Manager, Barry Lloyd.”In his first season, he guided the club to a respectable mid-table finish and secured the Somerset Premier Cup, a notable achievement for the club.”His contribution to lower-league football, particularly at Yeovil, is remembered fondly by supporters and colleagues alike.”After Yeovil, Lloyd then managed Isthmian League Second Division side Worthing in the summer of 1981 – winning back-to-back titles before landing the Brighton job.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Hillingdon-born star returned to Worthing in 2001 before retiring in 2003.He also spent a part of his youth career at Arsenal.Lloyd returned to Craven Cottage in 2011 More

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    Thiago Silva’s wife shows off outrageous restaurant bill as Chelsea star takes Wag out to swanky London restaurant

    THIAGO SILVA’S wife shared her shock at a huge restaurant bill as the couple celebrated Chelsea’s FA Cup joy – by posting a picture of it.And below her Instagram snap of the £900.30 bill, Isabelle da Silva wrote: “A simple family dinner” – adding an astonished emoji.
    Outspoken Isabelle da Silva and Thiago Silva enjoyed a costly meal out after Chelsea’s 4-0 third-round win over PrestonCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
    Isabelle showed her feelings as she shared a pic of the billCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
    Thiago Silva enjoyed scoring Chelsea’s second goal as they ran riot in the FA Cup after the interval against Championship side PrestonCredit: Getty
    Silva service doesn’t come cheap at the Novikov Restaurant in London’s Mayfair – but fellow football legends like Paul Pogba and Harry Kane can vouch it’s nothing personal.
    Wayne Rooney, Neymar, John Terry, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Robin van Persie and Alexis Sanchez have also dined there.
    Thiago won’t have minded too much – having scored as Chelsea feasted in the second half to thump Preston 4-0 earlier on Saturday and as he also earns over £100,000 a week.
    He and Isabelle appeared to be just as ravenous that evening – with a £95 King Crab leg and £85 Peking Duck part of their packed order.
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    The restaurant, which has a “smart and elegant” dress code, offers both Italian and Asian menus.
    You could scrimp on a salad starter or pasta dishes –  starting for ‘only’ £20 – or opt for £130 “Novikov Royal Caviar” at the other end of the price list.
    And in fact the Italian lunch menu costs only £29 for three courses.
    Meanwhile, 39-year-old Thiago remains the key man in Chelsea’s defence.
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    The 113-cap Brazilian even headed the Blues’ second goal against mid-table Championship side Huddersfield.
    So his manager Mauricio Pochettino might think Silva was entitled to pouch, or Poch, some top-notch posh nosh afterwards. More

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    Chelsea star Broja rubs shoulders with Brad Pitt, ex-Made In Chelsea star and possible West Ham team-mate on red carpet

    CHELSEA ace Armando Broja rubbed shoulders with Hollywood superstar Brad Pitt and other celebrities in London amid intense transfer speculation.Broja, 20, attended the UK Gala premiere of Pitt’s latest movie Bullet Train at Leicester Square in casual dress as he donned a white T-shirt and jeans on the red carpet.
    Chelsea ace Armando Broja attended a film premiere in London after flying from pre-seasonCredit: Rex
    Armando Broja rubbed shoulders with Hollywood superstar Brad PittCredit: Getty
    The premiere of Brad Pitt’s upcoming movie Bullet Train took place in LondonCredit: Getty
    Armando Broja was joined by potential West Ham team-mate Michail AntonioCredit: Splash
    The striker was joined by former Made in Chelsea star Kimberley Garner and cricket hero Jofra Archer, who also posed for the cameras and fans.
    The Albania international wasn’t the only footballer present as so was potential West Ham team-mate Michail Antonio, who donned a big brown hat.
    Broja is reportedly closing in on a deal with the Hammers after flying from the US back to London.
    The 20-year-old joined Chelsea for pre-season in the United States but seems set to depart from Stamford Bridge.
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    Negotiations between the London rivals, which began with a £25million bid from West Ham last week, are said to be progressing well.
    There is confidence that a deal can be struck after a second offer of £30m before add-ons was lodged.
    Manager David Moyes has been keen on the Albanian star since his dazzling loan stint at Southampton last season.
    The centre-forward shone bright in Saints’ 3-2 win over the Hammers on Boxing Day.
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    Broja tormented Moyes’ defence as he claimed an assist and won a penalty.
    The Chelsea academy graduate also scored a scintillating solo goal against West Ham in Southampton’s FA Cup fifth-round win at St Mary’s.
    Cricket star Jofra Archer also attended the film premiere at Leicester SquareCredit: Splash
    Former Made in Chelsea star Kimberley Garner also appeared for the screeningCredit: Splash More

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    Tottenham’s Dele Alli enjoys date with Made In Chelsea star Nicole Berry after kissing Pep Guardiola’s daughter

    ENGLAND’S Dele Alli has switched to Chelsea in his quest to find love.The Spurs ace had been seen smooching Man City boss Pep Guardiola’s 20- year-old daughter Maria.
    Dele Alli and Nicole Berry link fingers while she rests her head on his shoulder
    Canadian Nicole Berry recently joined the cast of Made In Chelsea
    But now Dele, 25, has subbed her for dates with Made In Chelsea newcomer Nicole Berry.
    Pics shared with The Sun show them linking fingers and with her head on his shoulder.
    They were joined by Chelsea FC star Ben Chilwell, 24, and Nicole’s model pal Sofia Cretaro at Sexy Fish restaurant in London’s Mayfair — before heading to Chiltern Firehouse.
    Dele is said to have first contacted Canadian Nicole, 24, via social media.
    A source said: “She made him go the extra mile by ignoring four of his messages. But she finally said ‘yes’ to a date and had fun. But after a photographer spotted them Nicole has taken a step back.
    “She doesn’t want Made In Chelsea fans to think she’s dating a footballer when she’s being paid to raise blood levels of the men on the show.
    “Nicole is hoping her TV exposure will see her model career take off. Seeing the odd Premier League footballer won’t stop that in a hurry.”

    Friends said Chilwell and Sofia “had fun” but did not gel in the same way.
    The Sun told how Dele split from Ruby Mae, 23, in February after she got fed up of him playing video game Fortnite.
    Dele’s spokeswoman last night said he is single and he has never dated Nicole but they were “in a group of people at a dinner in London”
    Dele is said to have first contacted Nicole, 24, via social media
    The Spurs ace had been seen smooching Man City boss Pep Guardiola’s 20-year-old daughter MariaCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
    Dele Alli’s spokeswoman insists he’s singleCredit: Getty
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    Tottenham star Dele Alli enjoys date with Made In Chelsea beauty Nicole Berry after kissing Pep Guardiola’s daughter

    ENGLAND’S Dele Alli has switched to Chelsea in his quest for love.The Spurs ace had been seen smooching Man City boss Pep Guardiola’s 20- year-old daughter Maria.
    Dele Alli and Nicole Berry link fingers while she rests her head on his shoulder
    Canadian Nicole Berry recently joined the cast of Made In Chelsea
    But now Dele, 25, has subbed her for dates with Made In Chelsea newcomer Nicole Berry.
    Pics shared with The Sun show them linking fingers and with her head on his shoulder.
    They were joined by Chelsea FC star Ben Chilwell, 24, and Nicole’s model pal Sofia Cretaro at Sexy Fish restaurant in London’s Mayfair — before heading to Chiltern Firehouse.
    Dele is said to have first contacted Canadian Nicole, 24, via social media.
    A source said: “She made him go the extra mile by ignoring four of his messages. But she finally said ‘yes’ to a date and had fun. But after a photographer spotted them Nicole has taken a step back.
    “She doesn’t want Made In Chelsea fans to think she’s dating a footballer when she’s being paid to raise blood levels of the men on the show.
    “Nicole is hoping her TV exposure will see her model career take off. Seeing the odd Premier League footballer won’t stop that in a hurry.”

    Friends said Chilwell and Sofia “had fun” but did not gel in the same way.
    The Sun told how Dele split from Ruby Mae, 23, in February after she got fed up of him playing video game Fortnite.
    Dele’s spokeswoman last night said he is single and he has never dated Nicole but they were “in a group of people at a dinner in London”
    Dele is said to have first contacted Nicole, 24, via social media
    The Spurs ace had been seen smooching Man City boss Pep Guardiola’s 20-year-old daughter MariaCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
    Dele Alli’s spokeswoman insists he’s singleCredit: Getty
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    Tottenham ace Dele Alli enjoys date with Made In Chelsea star Nicole Berry after kissing Pep Guardiola’s daughter

    ENGLAND’S Dele Alli has switched to Chelsea in his quest for love.The Spurs ace had been seen smooching Man City boss Pep Guardiola’s 20- year-old daughter Maria.
    Dele Alli and Nicole Berry link fingers while she rests her head on his shoulder
    Canadian Nicole Berry recently joined the cast of Made In Chelsea
    But now Dele, 25, has subbed her for dates with Made In Chelsea newcomer Nicole Berry.
    Pics shared with The Sun show them linking fingers and with her head on his shoulder.
    They were joined by Chelsea FC star Ben Chilwell, 24, and Nicole’s model pal Sofia Cretaro at Sexy Fish restaurant in London’s Mayfair — before heading to Chiltern Firehouse.
    Dele is said to have first contacted Canadian Nicole, 24, via social media.
    A source said: “She made him go the extra mile by ignoring four of his messages. But she finally said ‘yes’ to a date and had fun. But after a photographer spotted them Nicole has taken a step back.
    “She doesn’t want Made In Chelsea fans to think she’s dating a footballer when she’s being paid to raise blood levels of the men on the show.
    “Nicole is hoping her TV exposure will see her model career take off. Seeing the odd Premier League footballer won’t stop that in a hurry.”

    Friends said Chilwell and Sofia “had fun” but did not gel in the same way.
    The Sun told how Dele split from Ruby Mae, 23, in February after she got fed up of him playing video game Fortnite.
    Dele’s spokeswoman last night said he is single and he has never dated Nicole but they were “in a group of people at a dinner in London”
    Dele is said to have first contacted Nicole, 24, via social media
    The Spurs ace had been seen smooching Man City boss Pep Guardiola’s 20-year-old daughter MariaCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
    Dele Alli’s spokeswoman insists he’s singleCredit: Getty
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    Spurs ace Dele Alli enjoys date with Made In Chelsea newcomer Nicole Berry after kissing Pep Guardiola’s daughter

    ENGLAND’S Dele Alli has switched to Chelsea in his quest for love.The Spurs ace had been seen smooching Man City boss Pep Guardiola’s 20- year-old daughter Maria.
    Dele Alli and Nicole Berry link fingers while she rests her head on his shoulder
    Canadian Nicole Berry recently joined the cast of Made In Chelsea
    But now Dele, 25, has subbed her for dates with Made In Chelsea newcomer Nicole Berry.
    Pics shared with The Sun show them linking fingers and with her head on his shoulder.
    They were joined by Chelsea FC star Ben Chilwell, 24, and Nicole’s model pal Sofia Cretaro at Sexy Fish restaurant in London’s Mayfair — before heading to Chiltern Firehouse.
    Dele is said to have first contacted Canadian Nicole, 24, via social media.
    A source said: “She made him go the extra mile by ignoring four of his messages. But she finally said ‘yes’ to a date and had fun. But after a photographer spotted them Nicole has taken a step back.
    “She doesn’t want Made In Chelsea fans to think she’s dating a footballer when she’s being paid to raise blood levels of the men on the show.
    “Nicole is hoping her TV exposure will see her model career take off. Seeing the odd Premier League footballer won’t stop that in a hurry.”

    Friends said Chilwell and Sofia “had fun” but did not gel in the same way.
    The Sun told how Dele split from Ruby Mae, 23, in February after she got fed up of him playing video game Fortnite.
    Dele’s spokeswoman last night said he is single and he has never dated Nicole but they were “in a group of people at a dinner in London”
    Dele is said to have first contacted Nicole, 24, via social media
    The Spurs ace had been seen smooching Man City boss Pep Guardiola’s 20-year-old daughter MariaCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
    Dele Alli’s spokeswoman insists he’s singleCredit: Getty
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    Ex-Chelsea wonderkid Cameron McGeehan bought for £80k aged ten plays in Belgium and is dating MIC star Tiffany Watson

    CAMERON McGEEHAN thought his Chelsea glory days were over after being released by the Blues aged 16 – until he scored off the field in West London.
    Signed from neighbours Fulham for an eye-watering £80,000 aged just TEN, the midfielder, 25, rubbed shoulders with Prem stars Nathan Ake, Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Andreas Christensen while benefitting first-hand from Roman Abramovich’s millions. 

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    Cameron McGeehan and girlfriend Tiffany WatsonCredit: Instagram / @tiffanyc_watson

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    McGeehan, 25, plays in Belgium for KV OostendeCredit: Instagram / @cameronmcgheehan

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    McGeehan as a kid with Chelsea alongside club legend John TerryCredit: Instagram / @cameronmcgheehan

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    Tiffany Watson stars on reality show Made in ChelseaCredit: Instagram / @tiffanyc_watson

    Now, the former Championship player – who joined Belgian side KV Oostende from Barnsley in the summer – has bagged himself a worldie by hooking up with Made in Chelsea star Tiffany Watson, 26, during lockdown. 
    Kingston-born McGeehan told SunSport: “I’ve watched the show a couple of times and it’s quite funny seeing your girlfriend on TV – it’s an interesting career that she’s got. 
    “Girls come up to her in the street and tell her how amazing she is, which is nice to see. I’m very lucky to have met her and it’s going strong.”

    But the ex-Northern Ireland Under-21 international – who also qualifies for Scotland and the Republic of Ireland – dashed hopes he would appear alongside his new missus on the reality show. 

    He added: “I wouldn’t go on – it’s not something that is going to crossover into football.”
    McGeehan admits he threw “a spanner in the works” of his blossoming relationship by moving abroad after a loan spell at League One Portsmouth came to an end last season.
    However, after signing a three-year deal at Oostende, McGeehan has the perfect romantic weekend on his doorstep – courtesy of living In Bruges. 
    But the ace will NOT be sampling any Belgian waffles or chocolate as he maintains his vegan diet of three years – something he has in common with meat-free Tiff.

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    McGeehan spent time in the Chelsea academy before being released at 16Credit: Instagram / @cameronmcgheehan

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    McGeehan quit Barnsely for Belgium this summerCredit: Rex Features

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    McGeehan and Tiff found love during lockdownCredit: Instagram / @tiffanyc_watson

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    McGeehan’s partner Tiff helps him keep up his vegan dietCredit: Instagram / @tiffanyc_watson

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    McGeehan takes on Arsenal’s Eddie Nketiah while on loan at Portsmouth last seasonCredit: AFP or licensors

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    McGeehan was brought into the Blues set-up for £80,000 aged just TENCredit: Instagram / @cameronmcgheehan
    McGeehan said: “I’m having to avoid it. The idea of eating meat now makes me feel a little bit sick. I feel a lot lighter and have a lot more energy for football. 
    “I’m the only one in the team who is vegan. But because all the other food is mass produced a few of the lads try and nick my meals at the club as they put a bit more care and attention into them.
    “Tiff’s a proper vegan advocate and she’s helped me if I’m ever slipping – there’s plenty of vegan cafes in Bruges.” 
    As a youngster McGeehan modelled his game on the midfield runs of hero and Chelsea boss Frank Lampard. 
    And he aims to return to England to compete at the highest level possible after proving himself against the top sides in the “most scouted league”, including Vincent Kompany’s Anderlecht and Champions League qualifiers Club Brugge.
    He is now enjoying something that no Premier League player currently can – running out in front of fans in stadiums.

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    McGeehan is hoping to catch the eye with his displays in BelgiumCredit: Instagram / @cameronmcgheehan

    He said: “We did the first three or four games with no crowd and then started doing 35 per cent capacity. We played at a 20,000-seat stadium and there was about 6/7,000 there and it made a massive difference.
    “I can’t understand why that can’t be done back in England and other countries as well. It’s all done safely, fans are segregated and they have to wear masks.”
    McGeehan has scored two goals in his last two games and is keen to taste more success after a stunning 2013 FA Youth Cup victory with Norwich City. 
    He captained the Canaries to a two-legged triumph over his old side Chelsea in the final – converting a penalty in both games.
    He said: “I was there when I was a kid and went back and won – it was a bit of an ‘up yours’.
    “Everyone’s journey is different – I don’t think I’ve reached the peak of my club football career yet.
    “I believe I can kick onto the next level, you never know where you could be playing in a few years.”

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    McGeehan with former England captain David BeckhamCredit: Instagram / @cameronmcgheehan

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    McGeehan played for Northern Ireland at youth level Credit: Pacemaker Press

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    McGeehan slides in against ex-Chelsea team-mate Andreas ChristensenCredit: Action Images – Reuters

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