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      Thugs linked to raid at Man Utd star Victor Lindelof’s home while his terrified wife and kids were inside are jailed

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      A GANG of car thieves have been linked to a terrifying raid at Victor Lindelof’s home while he was playing for Man Utd.The centre-back’s wife Maja previously revealed how she was forced to lock herself in a room with her two children as the thugs broke in.
      Victor Lindelof and wife Maja were targeted by thievesCredit: Getty
      Lindelof, 28, was playing for Utd against Brentford at the time of the burglary on January 19 last year.
      Declan McClusky, Alan McCabe, Kade McEwan and Christopher Ward have now been jailed for their part in a conspiracy to burgle homes in a three-month rampage.
      Manchester Crown Court heard the burglars at Lindelof’s home in Trafford left empty-handed after they were “interrupted”.
      But police found a white Nissan Qashqai linked to the raid, which ad earlier been stolen from a nearby property.
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      Fingerprints found on the seized motor were identified to McCluskey.
      Police later linked the gang to 13 incidents where cars – including Audis and Porsches – were stolen from car parks and driveways acrpss Manchester.
      These vehicles would then be used in other burglaries as the thugs terrorised victims across the city.
      Hugh Mckee, prosecuting, said: “McCluskey and McCabe, the Crown says, are part of a long-running operation to burgle houses and steal cars.
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      “Jewellery was taken on at least two occasions that we know of.”
      Maja previously opened up about the raid on the family home in a harrowing Instagram post.
      She wrote: “During Victor’s game this Wednesday night we had a break-in at our house in Manchester.
      “I was home alone with both the kids but we managed to hide and lock ourselves in a room before they entered our house.
      “We are okay under the circumstances, but it was obviously a very traumatic and scary moment for both me and my little kids.
      “We are now in Sweden and are spending some time off with our families. Love, Maja.”
      Ralf Rangnick, then-interim manager, said at the time the Sweden international told him he did not want to leave his wife and children at home alone.
      McClusky, 20, was caged for thee years and four months after pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit burglary, driving whilst disqualified and without insurance.
      McCabe, 19, was jailed for three years and 11 months and McEwan, 20, was sentenced to one year and 20 months after after pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit burglary.
      While Ward, 20, was jailed for two years and eight months after pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit burglary, dangerous driving, driving without insurance, possession of a bladed article and possession of cannabis.
      Detective Constable Chris Bromley from GMP Serious Organised Crime Group said: “This group were prolific thieves, and these were really intrusive crimes where they would often break into people’s homes and steal the cars from their drives, leaving people unable to get to work or take their children to school.
      “These men had no regard for public safety with their behaviour and reckless driving, and I hope this incident demonstrates that no matter how organised a gang may think they are, we will use all the experience and resources available to available to put these individuals behind bars.”
      Maja previously spoke of her terror at the burglaryCredit: Instagram / @majanilssonlindelof
      She had to hide with their two children as thugs raided her home
      Lindelof was away playing for Utd at the timeCredit: Getty
      The couple wed in 2018
      McClusky’s fingerprints were found on a car linked to the burglaryCredit: GMP
      McCabe was jailed for three years and 11 monthsCredit: GMP
      McEwan admitted conspiracy to commit burglaryCredit: GMP
      Ward was jailed for two years and eight monthsCredit: GMP
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      I played for Man Utd in the Champions League in 2003, but now I am a builder and trained plumber

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      ON March 18, 2003 Lee Roche was thrown in at the deep end – handed his Champions League debut against Deportivo La Coruna in a 2-0 defeat.Some five years later, he was left on the football scrapheap and now works on building sites installing cavity wall insulation, and is a trained plumber.
      Former Man Utd youngster Lee Roche made his Champions League debut in 2003Credit: AP:Associated Press
      Today, Roche is a builder and trained plumber

      Now 42, Roche was given a free transfer two months after his bow in Europe’s premier club competition.
      And when a football career petered out after spells at Wrexham, Burnley and Droylsden, the youngster had to come up with a different plan in life with the help of the PFA.
      COMING TO AN END
      At the age of 27, Roche was admittedly fed up of the game.
      He’d bounced from a loan deal at Wrexham to Burnley, then back to Wrexham again.
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      Injuries began to take their toll, and the former England U21 star lost his hunger for playing.
      “I was coming home and not wanting to even watch football on the TV, he told Planet Football.
      After he was released by the Welsh club, he trained with Royal Antwerp and former United youth Warren Joyce.
      But when a move failed to materialise, he signed for non-league Droylsden in 2007.
      It was there he started to think about a life after the beautiful game.
      Promising youngster Roche was released by Man Utd in 2003 and after bouncing around at different clubs needed to find a different careerCredit: Getty
      Roche, chatting to PFA member Don Goodman, was helped by the organisation to retrain in a new careerCredit: Twitter @PFA
      With the help of the PFA, Roche now has his own cavity wall insulation business
      The PFA supported the lost talent and helped him retrain in another profession.
      Today, Roche is a qualified plumber and has his own cavity wall insulation business.
      “I have had a few fellow workers on the building sites asking me about United and how have I ended up here,” he revealed.
      “It can get pretty tiresome so I don’t go shouting about that I played for United. I do think young players today should be made to train as something, so they know about the real world.
      “Most of them probably don’t have a plan to fall back on if they don’t make it as a professional.”
      BAPTISM OF FIRE
      Roche made two starts for United, but it was always in scratch sides.
      His debut came in 2001 in a Worthington Cup tie against Arsenal – a 4-0 thrashing in a team that featured mainly reserve players.
      In 2001 Roche appeared for Man Utd for the very first time against Arsenal in a Worthington Cup tieCredit: PA
      Roche, up against Arsenal striker Kanu, couldn’t believe the size of his opponents feetCredit: PA
      “Sylvain Wiltord scored a hat-trick and I remember Kanu being a massive handful – I couldn’t get over the size of his feet,” Roche joked.
      “At one point, he flicked the ball over my head and volleyed it, but it went just over the bar, thankfully, otherwise it would have been one of those goals which would have been shown forever.
      “There was no hairdryer from Sir Alex afterwards because he knew we had been up against it. I took what I could from that game and tried to learn from it.”
      A year later, Roche came on as a sub against Newcastle United in front of a packed house at Old Trafford in a 5-3 win.
      “It was unbelievable, coming on in front of 75,000 fans at Old Trafford,” he said.
      “I did okay, but I remember Sir Alex talking to me afterwards because Alan Shearer had beaten me at the far post to win a header, so he told me to get up first and not let the forwards do that to me.”
      THE BIG LEAGUE
      Roche’s third and final performance for United was in the Champions League.
      Roche made his final appearance for United against Deportivo La Coruna in the Champions LeagueCredit: Getty
      At half-time Roche was hauled off as United lost 2-0 to the LaLiga sideCredit: PA
      He appeared against Deportivo, who at the time were LaLiga challengers to Real Madrid and Barcelona.
      Playing in a back three with Laurent Blanc and John O’Shea, the Red Devils look disjointed in a different formation.
      Roche, himself, was hauled off at half-time with the Premier League giants trailing 1-0 at the break.
      “I was up against (Albert) Luque and thought I had done alright, but I wasn’t going to come off and start arguing with Sir Alex,” he said.
      “Giggsy told me to keep my chin up and that I had not done anything wrong. Sir Alex didn’t tell me why I had been substituted, but I didn’t want to overthink it.”
      ‘NO REGRETS’
      Despite how his football career turned out, Roche is thankful for his time at Manchester United.
      Although he doesn’t have any regrets, there is one thing perhaps he might’ve done different.
      “I don’t have any regrets,” Roche revealed.
      Despite his career not panning out how he had hoped, Roche was no regretsCredit: Rex
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      “The only thing I would point out is that I was known at United for being really quiet, so perhaps I should have been more assertive and mingled more with the lads.
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      “I’d be straight off home after training to hang out with my own group of friends. I look back now at team-mates like John (O’Shea) and Darren Fletcher and think I should have been more like them and gone out and socialised.
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      ‘I want to play more’ – Harry Maguire opens up on tough season at Man Utd but admits he’s revelling in ‘important role’

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      HARRY MAGUIRE has admitted his frustration over his lack of action at Manchester United and says he “wants to start more games”.The Red Devils booked their spot in today’s Europa League last-eight draw with a 1-0 win over Real Betis to seal a 5-1 aggregate victory last night.
      Harry Maguire has insisted that he wants to play more for Man UtdCredit: Getty
      United’s club captain Maguire, 30, led the team to a clean sheet in what is just his sixth start of 2023.
      The England international defender has lost his place to regular centre-back pairing Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez but he has made it clear that he wants more.
      Maguire told BT Sport: “I work hard at the training ground and that’s all that you can do.
      “You can work hard in training, I put everything into training. We have good coaches at this club and they put on really good sessions for us the day after games.
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      “Listen, it’s not been too long since my last game, I think it is a couple of weeks ago. I have started five, six, seven since the World Cup.
      “Obviously, I want to play more, I want to start more games, but I’m playing my part on and off the field.
      “It’s nice to be out there leading the team and getting the victory, which is the most important part for myself and the club.
      “I’ve got an important role on and off the field at this club and every day I try to make this club succeed, whether I’m playing or not.”
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      United legend Paul Scholes was full of praise for the way Maguire has handled being left out and says that the ex-Leicester City ace’s upcoming stint on international duty with the Three Lions would benefit his old club.
      “Harry’s in a difficult position not playing games but I think his attitude there with the interview saying ‘it doesn’t matter if I’m playing or not, it’s my job to make sure I can make the club as successful as they can be.
      “I think that guarantees him in the England situation as well. It’s a good thing. It’s good for Man Utd as well that he will go away and get a couple of games that will only bode well for Manchester United.” More

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      ‘Agent Jack Grealish at work’ – Fans catch England ace begging Man Utd and Liverpool target to join him at City

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      FANS have caught Jack Grealish sneakily trying to lure Jude Bellingham to Manchester City.The pair know each other from playing together with England and Grealish is trying to make the most of that connection.
      Jack Grealish is keen fo Jude Bellingham to join him at Manchester CityCredit: Getty
      Sharp-eyed fans noticed Grealish telling Bellingham to join City on social media.
      The pair have a mutual friend, City centre-back Manuel Akanji who joined from Bellingham’s Borussia Dortmund last season.
      Under his latest Instagram post Bellingham commented: “He’s changed,” while tagging his Dortmund pal Gio Reyna.
      Grealish quickly seized on the midfielder saying: “Come to City xx.”
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      The winger is a huge fan of Bellingham, describing him as “scary” after he was named man of the match for England in a game against Ivory Coast last year.
      He praised the 19-year-old’s technical ability and said he was the best teenager he’s ever seen – and was most impressed by Bellingham’s maturity.
      The Birmingham pair appear to get on well and could be a match made in heaven at The Etihad.
      But City face a difficult task to lure him to Eastlands as rivals Manchester United are keen on signing the wonderkid.
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      It is believed United could soon emerge as frontrunners after throwing their hat in the ring.
      Erik ten Hag has “genuine interest” in bringing Bellingham to Old Trafford.
      Liverpool are reportedly leading the race currently as Jurgen Klopp plans an overhaul of his midfield.
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      Man Utd ratings: Harry Maguire stakes claim for regular spot but Fred wasteful in midfield as Red Devils edge past Betis

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      MANCHESTER UNITED put in a professional display against Real Betis to see themselves into the Europa League quarter-finals. Marcus Rashford’s second half thunderbolt put the tie beyond any doubt and sealed a 5-1 aggregate win.
      Marcus Rashford scored once again to put Manchester United into the quarter-finalsCredit: Reuters
      Erik ten Hag’s side improved after the intervalCredit: Reuters
      Though it was a combative game throughoutCredit: AFP
      However, United did not make it easy for themselves early on, with Juanmi firing narrowly wide and Joaquin hitting the post in the opening 12 minutes.
      United eventually grew into the game, but failed to thrill with a display often too slow and lacking in on ball quality – particularly in the first half.
      The 4-1 first leg score meant Erik ten Hag’s side did not need to push the issue.
      But it didn’t stop them being up for the fight as the game descended into chaos with a number of meaty challenges being thrown in.
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      Here’s how SunSport’s Tony Robertson rated the Red Devils.
      David De Gea – 6
      The usual distribution problems persisted throughout this tie but swept up well behind the defence whenever the line was broken or a loose ball created.
      When De Gea he was worked with his hands he handled the ball well, claiming a number of crosses and making a strong punching save from a corner.
      Aaron Wan-Bissaka – 7
      The stronger of the two full-backs in both an attacking and defensive sense. Strong on the ball kept the attack down his side relatively quiet.
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      A tidy but quiet display which once again reminds Ten Hag of his quality from right-back. Subbed after 75 mins.
      Harry Maguire – 8
      Replaced Raphael Varane in the starting XI and looked assured both on and off the ball.
      The more combative in stepping up out of the two centre-backs, Maguire put in a number of handy blocks on top of an aerially strong display.
      Lisandro Martinez – 8
      A quietly good game for the Argentine.
      Showed off a good range of passing and dealt with everything which came his way both when stepping up and sweeping behind Maguire, whom he berated at one stage in the first half.
      Tyrell Malacia – 6
      Tactical switch from Luke Shaw at left back and gave United a different option in build up by moving inside as an extra midfielder.
      Most danger seemed to come down his side, and defensive output was generally far from stalwart.
      Casemiro – 6
      In the team following suspension from the next four domestic fixtures but was back in the thick of the action tonight.
      He and Fred too often guilty of leaving holes in the United defence for Betis to play through.
      Fred – 5
      Endured a torrid time in the opening stages. Skipped past in dribbles on too many occasions and guilty of a number of needless turnovers, but retained his usual enthusiasm throughout.
      Usually thrives in a chaotic game such as this but was a shadow of his usual self. Subbed after 60mins.
      Facundo Pellistri – 7
      Facundo Pellistri impressed in his first start for UnitedCredit: Reuters
      Offered United an outlet on the right side and was effective with the ball at his feet despite the limited occasions this occurred. Handed a ridiculous yellow card in the 30th minute.
      Responsible for United’s most dangerous chance in the first half with his volley striking the post. Overall did well on his first start for the club.
      Bruno Fernandes – 7
      Grew and got better as the match went on. Switched the play well throughout and was his typical tigerish self when called into defensive action.
      Played in Rashford early in the second half but the Englishman was unable to finish before doing the same for substitute Sabitzer. Subbed after 68mins to avoid suspension.
      Marcus Rashford – 7
      Rashford’s strike made it 27 for the seasonCredit: AP
      Back on the left wing today. More reserved involvement in build up but looked sharp when on the ball in the final third despite missing a number of good chances.
      Thundered home a sensational opener just seconds after firing a far easier shot miles over the bar. Subbed after 60mins.
      Wout Weghorst – 6
      Showed why he is important to this United side, dropping into midfield to help bring the ball upfield and make it stick up front.
      Lacked quality with his play in the final third though, misplacing a number of easy passes. Was inches away from opening the scoring in the first half.
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      Marcel Sabizter (on for Fred 60mins) – 6
      Almost added a second goal with a close shot in the area but saw the chance saved by Rui Silva.
      Jadon Sancho (on for Rashford 60mins) – 4
      Should have squared a chance for Elanga late on before fluffing his lines on the shot. Offside flag saved his embarrassment.
      Anthony Elanga (On for Fernandes (68mins) – 6
      Worked hard after his introduction and should offered an outlet as a left wing runner.
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      Diogo Dalot (On for Wan-Bissaka 75mins) – 6
      Simply coming on for fresh legs over Wan-Bissaka, but offered a more dynamic option at right back.
      Victor Lindelof (On for Martinez 75mins) – 6
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      Antonio Conte drops huge hint Man Utd target Harry Kane could quit Tottenham in summer transfer

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      ANTONIO CONTE has dropped a big hint on Harry Kane’s future. England captain Harry Kane has been extensively linked with a transfer over the summer window, with the likes of Manchester United very interested.
      Antonio Conte has hinted at Harry Kane’s departureCredit: Getty
      Kane is having another great season under the ItalianCredit: Rex
      Previous reports have suggested Tottenham will demand £100million for their record goalscorer, but United chiefs believe they will lower this if Spurs finish outside of the top four.
      However, other reports suggest the North Londoners will block Kane from leaving and risk his contract expiring in 2024.
      Regardless, Conte has confirmed the club’s intention to keep Kane, but gave no assurances over such a move.
      Speaking in his press conference ahead of the clash against Southampton, Conte said: “For sure, the club wants to involve Harry Kane for the rest of his career in my opinion.
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      “Because when you have this type of player, a world class striker like him, for sure you want him to stay here for the rest of his career.
      “But then you know football, you know football.
      “Sometimes it’s unpredictable but I think it’s not in my task to make a decision. This is a decision for the club and for Harry.”
      Kane is enjoying another stellar season, scoring 22 goals and adding four assists in all competitions. With his league tally bettered only by Erling Haaland.
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      Erik ten Hag is prioritising an out-and-out striker in the summer in order to lessen the demand on Marcus Rashford – who has 26 goals this season.
      Dusan Vlahovic has been linked in the event United cannot land Kane, though Napoli’s Victor Osimhen is likely to be their other main option for the position.
      But despite Osimhen’s exploits, Arsenal legend Thierry Henry reckons United should sign Kane due to his Prem experience. More

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      Victor Osimhen ‘dreams’ of Premier League transfer with Man Utd and Chelsea keen – but is also open to European giants

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      VICTOR OSIMHEN dreams of playing in the Premier League, reports claim.However, there are suggestions that the Napoli goal machine would also be open to joining European giants Bayern Munich.
      Victor Osimhen is a reported transfer target for Manchester United and ChelseaCredit: Getty
      The 24-year-old has scored 23 goals in 28 games in all competitions this season.
      He has fired Napoli to the quarter-finals of the Champions League for the first time in the club’s history, and they are also 18 points clear at the top of Serie A.
      But Sky in Germany say his “biggest dream” is to play in the Premier League.
      Manchester United and Chelsea are thought to be keen on his signature.
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      The Red Devils and Blues are each lacking an out and out goalscorer up front.
      Both Prem giants are said to be exploring the possibility of signing Osimhen, which could spark a bidding war in the summer.
      Osimhen himself is also claimed to be open to joining Bayern, although the chances of him joining the German club are thought to be slim.
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      Sky say Bayern cannot afford to sign the Nigeria international this summer.
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      Reports suggest Osimhen is valued at a whopping £107million.
      And elsewhere, Paris Saint-Germain are also claimed to be keen on his signature.
      Osimhen scored twice in Napoli’s 3-0 win over Eintracht Frankfurt on Wednesday.
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      Man Utd ready to join Jude Bellingham transfer race and battle rivals to seal Premier League and British record deal

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are set to join the battle for Jude Bellingham.They are reportedly prepared to seal a Premier League and British transfer record deal this summer.
      Man Utd have joined the race for Jude BellinghamCredit: Getty
      Bellingham, 19, is arguably the hottest property on the market after becoming a star player for Borussia Dortmund and England.
      The ace has already clocked up 164 club games and 22 international caps.
      Having left Birmingham for Dortmund in 2020, Bellingham is expected to return to his homeland this summer.
      Liverpool are leading the race as Jurgen Klopp plans an overhaul of his midfield.
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      And Manchester City are also keeping tabs with Ilkay Gundogan’s contract expiring.
      But the Telegraph claims United could soon emerge as frontrunners after throwing their hat in the ring.
      Erik ten Hag has “genuine interest” in bringing Bellingham to Old Trafford.
      And a source close to the player claims “everything is open” with Dortmund looking to keep hold of him for one more year.
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      If the Germans do agree to let Bellingham go it’ll come at a mighty price.
      They want at least £110million for their star man after also making note of interest from Real Madrid.

      That would see Bellingham break the £100m British record fee paid by Man City for Jack Grealish.
      And it would also be more than £106m record Premier League signing Enzo Fernandez, signed by Chelsea on January deadline day.
      United are also in the market for a new No9 this summer, with Napoli’s Victor Osimhen and Benfica’s Goncalo Ramos linked.
      But Arsenal legend Thierry Henry believes Tottenham star Harry Kane would be the perfect fit for Ten Hag.
      He said: “Because of the Premier League and he knows the league, if I’m Man Utd I go Kane.
      “That doesn’t mean Osimhen is not a good player of whatever, it has nothing to do with that. I think Osimhen can adapt in any league.
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      “But if I’m Man United, I would look at it like OK, this guy doesn’t need to adapt to anything, he has a way of dropping and can allow Marcus Rashford to run in behind him when he drops.
      “Kane can play anywhere also by the way.” More