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      Zlatan Ibrahimovic teased for sensational boxing switch as ex-Man Utd star’s shock talks revealed

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      ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIC has been lined up for a sensational boxing switch after holding secret talks over FaceTime.The former Manchester United striker has a martial arts background with a black belt in taekwondo. Zlatan Ibrahimovic is being lined up for a shock boxing matchCredit: Instagram @iamzlatanibrahimovicIbrahimovic is still at AC Milan in an advisory roleCredit: GettyThese days, he is overseeing operations at ex-club AC Milan after hanging up his boots last year following a glittering 24-year career. His old United team-mate Wayne Rooney moved into management following retirement but was linked with a stunning boxing fight. Rooney even held talks with Misfits Boxing – home to celebrity-style crossover bouts – before deciding to take on the Plymouth job. And Misfits head honcho Mams Taylor revealed he has even tried to talk Ibrahimovic, 43, into lacing up the gloves and stepping into the ring. READ MORE IN BOXINGTaylor told SunSport: “I’ve tried to convince Zlatan and he can fight. I’m good friends with his manager and we had a FaceTime, the three of us.”It was really cool because he’s seen a lot of Misfits fights and he’s followed it. He was a kickboxer, he’d be a good one as well. “But yeah, there’s other names that aren’t quite as big as these guys that are but still very respected and have achieved a lot that are interested. “And because it’s so realistic that those guys are going to fight, I’m not gonna give you their names. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”But, I will say that Zlatan and Wayne Rooney, there’ve been conversations and I think it’s a matter of time. At some point it will materialise.”Rooney’s former United colleague Danny Simpson became the first footballer on the Misfits circuit in August. Joey Essex postpones boxing debut as fight with KSI’s brother collapses but TV ‘villain’ still in talks with Misfits He faced YouTuber Danny Aarons over four rounds with the bout ending in a controversial draw. Simpson’s step into the ring has helped inspire others to take the leap with Taylor in talks with more ex-Premier League stars to fight.But the promoter remained coy on the details as he said: “I’m not going to give you any names because I’ll ruin the surprise. “But definitely there’s some really big names and some very credible footballers, ex-footballers who have expressed interest.”So I think that’s gonna unfold in its own time.”KSI with manager and Misfits co-founder Mams TaylorCredit: Leigh Dawney/Misfits Boxing More

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      Ex-Man Utd star Mason Greenwood set to welcome second child with partner after starting new life in France

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      FORMER Man United star Mason Greenwood is to become a dad again.He is expecting a second child in the new year with his partner Harriet Robson.Ex-Man Utd star Mason Greenwood is set to welcome his second child with partner Harriet RobinsonCredit: FacebookMason and Harriet welcomed daughter Summer last JulyCredit: instagramThe couple welcomed their daughter Summer in July last year.Greenwood, 23, signed a five-year deal with Marseille in July after the French club agreed a £26million fee with Manchester United.The forward had spent the previous season on loan at Spanish side Getafe.Old Trafford bosses decided he had to leave following his arrest in January 2022.READ MORE ON Mason GreenwoodGreenwood was later charged with attempted rape, assault and controlling and coercive behaviour but the prosecution was dropped when witnesses withdrew their evidence.A source said yesterday: “Mason has done a lot of growing up in the last couple of years, especially since he has become a father.“He and Harriet are enjoying life out of the intense spotlight that comes with being a United player and is much more settled off the pitch, which means he can concentrate on his football.”Greenwood scored ten goals in 36 games at Getafe and was named player of the season.Most read in FootballSince moving to France on a £70,000-a-week deal, he has netted five times, attracting interest from Barcelona. Before the move he was being watched by Juventus, Atletico Madrid, Borussia Dortmund and at least two Premier League clubs.Mason Greenwood to switch allegiance to JamaicaGreenwood scored 35 goals in 129 appearances for United.To celebrate Summer’s first birthday, Harriet posted a video montage of him with his daughter.He was approached for comment. More

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      Arsenal tipped to sign former Man Utd star, 24, they could get on a free transfer next summer

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      ARSENAL legend Lee Dixon tipped his former club to sign ex-Manchester United ace Angel Gomes, whom they could get for free in the summer.Gomes, 24, has been turning heads ever since rolling credits on his 11-year stint at United where he started out at the age of 6 in the academy.Arsenal legend Lee Dixon tipped his former club to sign Lille star Angel GomesCredit: GettyDixon predicted Arsenal could get ex-Manchester United ace Gomes for free in JuneCredit: AFP or licensorsDixon insists England star Gomes would be a ‘superb’ fit for Arsenal boss Mikel ArtetaCredit: GettyThe versatile midfielder moved to France in 2020 and has since amassed a staggering 123 appearances, despite spending a season on loan at Boavista.That earned the defensive midfielder an England call-up by interim boss Lee Carsley and he proved he can play an integral part in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.Gomes has been so good he left United fans scratching their heads and wondering why he was let go.Dixon, 60, urged his former club to capitalise on the Red Devils’ inability to hold on to the England international, whom he described as a “superb” fit and the perfect partner for Declan Rice in midfield.Read More on ArsenalThe former full-back predicted the North Londoners could indeed sign the United academy graduate for next season as his contract with Lille runs out in June.Dixon told plejmo.com: “I think Angel Gomes would fit in at Arsenal superbly.”His qualities are clear to see, he’s a very good link-up player and we’ve seen that he can play alongside Declan Rice.”He’s got a lot of potential and although there will be plenty of clubs looking at him, I could see him at Arsenal next season.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSArsenal keep strengthening in their bid to win their first Premier League title since the Invincibles’ campaign in 2004.Dixon believes it is important to end that duck and urged his former club to also work on finally winning their first ever Champions League title.Mikel Arteta lauds Arsenal’s win over PSG The England international is adamant that titles need to be won and even claimed that manager Mikel Arteta would be deemed a “failure” if he failed to win any major trophies at the Emirates.Dixon added: “If Mikel Arteta leaves Arsenal without winning the Premier League or Champions League at Arsenal you’d have to say it’s been a failure because that’s what he is there to do, to win the biggest trophies.”He would be the first to say that and of course we don’t know how long he will be in the job, but not winning one of those would be a massive disappointment.”It’s a tough competition to win of course, but Arsenal’s defence could be the key to winning the Champions League for the first time.”It’s so tough to win, as Arsenal have proved over the years since they got to the final, they haven’t come anywhere close since.”It’s tough with all the big teams and you do need a bit of luck, but you have to have a firm base and they have got that with their defence now.”They’ve got that solidarity to build on and they need to get through the winter months with few injuries, that is the challenge for all the clubs in Europe.”Arsenal legend Dixon believes Gomes would be a stunning partner for Declan Rice in midfieldCredit: Getty More

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      ‘You’ve got to earn it’ – Ex-Man Utd star who played for two foreign England managers brushes off Tuchel criticism

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      MICHAEL CARRICK insists the pathway for English coaches isn’t broken and does not care if it’s a German or not in charge of the Three Lions as long as they “earned it”.Thomas Tuchel’s appointment as England manager on an 18-month deal has caused huge debate amongst former players and supporters.Michael Carrick believes the pathway for English coaches is not brokenCredit: AlamyGerman Thomas Tuchel was named England’s new manager this weekCredit: PAMiddlesbrough boss Carrick’s ex-Manchester United team-mate Gary Neville believes it will have a damaging impact for our homegrown coaches and says there are “difficult questions for the FA to answer”.When asked what he thought the problem was regarding a so-called lack of English candidates for the role, Carrick said:  “I don’t think that anything has gone wrong particularly.“It’s not for me to really say. As an Englishman I fully support the team and the manager and I hope that he does really well.“The FA have had a decision to make, they’ve made that and good luck to them.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLCarrick continued: “It’s just like playing being a coach, whatever it is it comes down to what you are achieving really.“What’s right or wrong? There’s not a duty really.“It’s up to every club really to pick who they want as players and managers. In the end, you have to be good enough.“It would be nice if there were more [English coaches] at the top level for sure and over time hopefully that will happen. But you’ve got to earn it.”Most read in ChampionshipFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSInside FA’s thrilling chase for TuchelTHE FA’s path to securing Thomas Tuchel’s signature was not a straightforward one.They tried to lure Pep Guardiola from Manchester City over the summer.They even made contact with Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti after deciding to target trophy-laden foreign gaffers.The FA’s determination to go international was summed up by their decision NOT to interview Newcastle boss Eddie Howe.Initial talks with Tuchel saw him express a slight interest in replacing Gareth Southgate.But he was waiting to see what would happen at Manchester United, with Erik ten Hag’s future under the spotlight.Man Utd owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe eventually decided to stick with Ten Hag – and that opened the door to the FA getting their man.Read the full story on England’s thrilling pursuit of Thomas Tuchel.Carrick played under England’s first two foreign coaches, the late Sven-Goran Eriksson and Fabio Capello, and says having someone from overseas in charge made no difference.The 43-year-old, who celebrates two years in charge of Boro next week, added: “I played under two. Sven gave me my debut and Fabio after that.Five things you may not know about Thomas Tuchel from younger Brazilian girlfriend to former modelling career“From a players point of view, when you play for your country and you are representing yourself, your family and your nation and you give what you can.“I think that there is a respect for the coach and staff but then you’ve got your own responsibility and duty to try and perform, and I don’t think that really changes [whoever is in charge].”ANDY DILLON: Thomas Tuchel has all the ingredients to become a classic England manager – tactical nous, drive and a tangled love lifeBy Andy DillonTHOMAS TUCHEL possesses all the ingredients to become a classic England manager.Tactical nous, drive, energy, experience – a tangled love life.English football should welcome back the most explosive, dynamic, charismatic and impossibly tall and gangly coach to have lit up the Premier League.Chelsea’s colourful former boss has been leading a settled life in Munich of late.Far enough away from ex-wife Sissi but close enough to see his two daughters.Walking his dog in the streets in the east of Germany’s most fashionable city, residing in the posh Bogenhausen area. Living relatively quietly with his Brazilian girlfriend.Tuchel is a vastly different personality to the man who led England quietly but assuredly to the brink of World Cups and European Championships.An excitable nature can make him hard to handle for those seeking calm and who like to impose their way on a manager they view very much as an underling.Read more on why Tuchel REALLY IS the best man for the England job More

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      Chelsea, Liverpool and Man Utd ‘in tense academy row as they accuse each other of BLOCKING scouts from games’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED, Chelsea and Liverpool have become embroiled in an academy row following a controversial summer transfer, according to reports.It’s claimed that the dispute has led to scouts from the three clubs being denied access to academy games this season.Rio Ngumoha was highly-rated at Chelsea before making the switch to LiverpoolCredit: GettyThe issues are alleged to stem from the transfer of talented 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha from Chelsea to Liverpool in the summer.According to The Athletic, the Blues have been accused by several sources of denying opposition scouts access to academy matches.Chelsea are said to have denied the claim, countering that they in fact have had applications for scouts to attend games at Liverpool denied.The Reds have also denied such allegations, but added that they would likely turn Chelsea down in future, given that the agreements are supposed to be reciprocal.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIn addition to Liverpool, Man Utd are also said to have had applications to attend Chelsea youth matches this season denied.The Red Devils were also interested in signing Ngumoha from the Blues, prior to his Anfield switch.Figures from the three clubs are claimed to have met last week with the aim of easing tensions.But no agreement has yet been found.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSunSport has contacted Chelsea for comment.Ngumoha has featured three times for Liverpool’s Under-18s in the U18 Premier League this season.Cole Palmer has fewer touches but is more deadly thanks to Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea tactics He has also played in two Uefa Youth League matches for the Reds.The winger has been capped by England up to Under-16 level.As per The Athletic, Liverpool Under-18s boss Marc Bridge-Wilkinson said of Ngumoha last month: “He is here because he’s got potential to go and reach the first team, but besides that, there’s no pressure from us.” More

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      Inside Man Utd’s disastrous summer transfer window with £172m of CURSED talent hit by injuries and poor form

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      MANCHESTER UNITED were supposed to be turning a page this summer with the arrival of Ineos and Sir Jim Ratcliffe.After a decade of mediocrity, top football decision-makers were appointed into key positions while bold plans for the development of club facilities including Old Trafford were announced.Man Utd’s new stars have been cursed by injuries and poor formCredit: GettyTeen star Leny Yoro was ruled out for at least three months in pre-seasonCredit: RexOther stars such as Matthijs de Ligt have been dogged by poor form as they try to adaptCredit: GettyWhile Manuel Ugarte is the latest of them to suffer an injury setbackCredit: GettyHuge investment was made into the squad, with a long-term plan in mind and with “Project 150” – a plan to win the league by 2028 to celebrate the club’s 150th birthday – being laid down.However, the five players who arrived at the club this summer seem to have been afflicted by the United curse, with injuries and poor form plaguing the £172million buys.The quintet of Leny Yoro, Joshua Zirkzee, Matthijs de Ligt, Noussair Mazraoui and Manuel Ugarte were backed to help transform Erik ten Hag’s team by strengthening a number of key areas.But disaster struck in pre-season as teen sensation Yoro was ruled out for at least three months after fracturing his metatarsal, while Zikrzee, 24, arrived off the back of the Euros and did not join full training immediately.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe Dutch ace managed to climb off the bench to score the winner against Fulham on the opening weekend, but he has struggled to get up to speed and has yet to score again.De Ligt and Mazraoui both arrived from Bayern Munich in what many thought was a fairly shrewd double-deal.However, a solid start for De Ligt, 25, quickly transformed into him looking out of his depth in the Premier League – so much so he was dropped for Harry Maguire in their most recent match against Aston Villa.Meanwhile, Mazraoui, 26, has generally been consistent, but he was hit with an injury of his own and is out for the next three weeks after undergoing a procedure following heart palpitations.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe final signing, Ugarte, endured an underwhelming start to life in England and was an unused sub in the 0-0 draw at Villa, and that was before he was hit by his own injury blow while on international duty.A report highlighted by Henry Winter said United had 75 injuries last season, a fact bemoaned by Ten Hag given his inability to maintain a stable defence.Hilarious moment Man Utd and England ace Kobbie Mainoo MOCKS injured team-mate Leny Yoro as he struggles to get into carThis figure was just one behind Newcastle on 76, but no club suffered a greater financial cost with their injuries, with the Red Devils losing £33.1m in wages.That same curse seems to once again be threatening to distort their season, though it would do nothing to cover the poor performances seen against the likes of Liverpool and Tottenham when a near full-strength side was fielded.Two wins from seven league games has seen United make their worst-ever start to a Premier League season, while they are also winless from two games in the Europa League.Man Utd host Brentford at Old Trafford next, and the players will know the fans are desperate for the sweet taste of victory – having not won a game for a month.How badly they could do with some of their new signings stepping up. More

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      ‘I didn’t see the club going upwards’ – Paul Pogba reveals he predicted Man Utd woes five years ago

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      PAUL POGBA revealed he predicted Manchester United’s woes five years ago – after demanding to leave the club. Pogba found himself at civil war with then-United manager Jose Mourinho until Ole Gunnar Solskjaer took over in December 2018. Paul Pogba wanted to leave Manchester United in 2019Credit: GettyThe Frenchman went onto finish the season as the club’s top goalscorer and things appeared to be on the up under Solskjaer. But Pogba has revealed he actually asked former United chief Ed Woodward to LEAVE in 2019 – before being denied. He told the Daily Mail: “I will tell you something I’ve never told anyone. “The year Jose went and Ole came, it was my best season at United but after the last game I told Ole and Ed Woodward that I thought it was my last year and that I wanted to leave.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”I was 27 back then, it didn’t work out the way I wanted. I gave my best but I didn’t see the club going upwards.”Manchester City and Liverpool were better than us and they were improving. Ole said yes (to me leaving) and that he would talk to Ed.”My head was already that I wanted to go but I came back for pre-season because I wanted to be professional.”I spoke to Ed to try to make a move but he blocked it. I didn’t want to play for United anymore but I had to be professional.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Mentally I wasn’t there and then I got the injuries.” Pogba initially left United in 2012 for Juventus, but after four years in Italy he returned to Manchester in an £89m deal. Paul Pogba ban reducedBack in England he won the Europa League and League Cup but did finally get his move back to Juventus in 2022. His career hit a crisis in February when he was hit with a FOUR-YEAR football ban for failing a drug test for a banned substance. But the 2018 World Cup winner protested his innocence with the suspension slashed to just 18 months. It paves the way for Pogba to continue his career in January with his contract at Juve set to be terminated. He said: “I have goals and dreams — my dream was always to play for the national team and it is still in my head. “But today the future of Paul is to get back on the pitch and show I still have the level.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Football hasn’t stopped because I can’t play; players are playing, that’s life — that’s the circle. “All the players will say, ‘Pogba is back, I don’t want him to take my position’. That’s normal. But I have to be ready.”Pogba is set to resume his career in JanuaryCredit: Sky Sports News More

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      ‘Like boyfriend and girlfriend’: Paul Pogba opens up on Jose Mourinho fallouts but says he wants to HUG ex-Man Utd boss

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      PAUL POGBA has opened up on his relationship relationship with Jose Mourinho.The midfielder played under the Portuguese manager at Manchester United between 2016 and 2018.Paul Pogba has spoken about his relationship with Jose MourinhoCredit: Sky SportsThe pair worked together at Manchester UnitedCredit: GettySpeaking to the Daily Mail, Pogba has claimed that the pair would often fall out but would be quick to make up with each other. He said: “Our relationship was like boyfriend and girlfriend, we were breaking up and making up all the time.”It started great, he was one of the reasons I went back to Manchester because I spoke to him and he convinced me to come back.”I don’t know why it turned into a nightmare and us fighting. Because I wasn’t fighting. I didn’t start the fight.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”We disagreed like managers and players do sometimes. But there’s a lot of respect from me to him.”f I see him tomorrow it’s a big hug! But one day we will have to sit down together and discuss it.”Mourinho was the manager who brought Pogba back to Manchester United in 2016.While they were at the club, they clashed multiple times, including in 2018 when Mourinho was unhappy that Pogba was posting on social media during a match that he missed.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMourinho claimed that the World Cup win in 2018 saw Pogba change and return to Man United “different”.The midfielder had left Old Trafford four years earlier on a free transfer to Juventus.Paul Pogba ban reducedWhat is DHEA?PAUL POGBA tested positive for elevated levels of DHEA, a hormone that naturally occurs in the adrenal gland, in August 2023.DHEA, or dehydroepiandrosterone, can be used to naturally boost testosterone production. It does not produce testosterone itself.It is on the world anti-doping banned substances list and carries a maximum of four years if the athlete took it deliberately to enhance their performance.DHEA can legally be sold over-the-counter in the US as a dietary product, known as prasterone.It is also taken as an anti-ageing therapy, and to treat depression and the symptoms of menopause, although there is little evidence to suggest it is effective, and it can cause serious side effects.In 2022, UFC fighter Bobby Green received a six-month ban after testing positive for a DHEA.Green said he had not realised that DHEA was banned after seeing a video on YouTube, and took the supplement after his wife bought it from a supermarket.It was at the Italian side that he established himself as one of the best in Europe.This prompted the Red Devils to splash £90million to bring him back to the club.During his time at the club he won the Europa League and EFL Cup as well as making a total of 233 appearances.Pogba, 31, left the club on a free transfer in 2022 at the expiration of his contract and rejoined Juventus.His first season back in Italy was hampered by injuries before he was then banned for FOUR YEARS for doping.However, his suspension reduced to 18-months by the Court of Arbitration for Sport earlier this month after an appeal.He has insisted that he is not a cheater and that he took responsibility for taking the supplement but did not “triple check it”.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe former France international also revealed which club he would like to play for when he makes his return.Pogba insisted that he would be keen to rejoin Juventus and even admitted that he would take a pay cut.They won the Europa League together in 2017Credit: GettyThe midfielder wants to return to JuventusCredit: ReutersPogba’s career by numbersHere is a look at Paul Pogba’s career so far…Man United, 2009–2012 & 2016-2022Appearances: 266Goals: 39Assists: 48Trophies: Europa League, EFL CUPJuventus, 2012–2016 & 2022-2024Appearances 190Goals: 34Assists: 41Trophies: Serie A x4, Coppa Italia x2, Suppercoppa Italiana x2France, 2013-2022Caps: 91Goals: 11Assists: 9Trophies: World Cup, Nations League More