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      Newcastle seal deadline day transfer of highly-rated midfielder Alfie Harrison, 18, from Man City

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      NEWCASTLE have confirmed the signing of Alfie Harrison from Manchester City.The midfielder, 18, has signed a two-and-half year deal at St James’ Park.
      Alfie Harrison has signed for Newcastle UnitedCredit: Getty
      Harrison has excelled for City’s Under-18s this season.
      He scored eight goals in as many Under-18 Premier League appearances, in addition to laying on a further four assists.
      Having signed for the Toon for an undisclosed fee, he will initially link up with their academy sides, with a view to eventually breaking into Eddie Howe’s first team.
      Upon completing his move, Harrison said: “The size of the club and what it has got going for it is massive for me.
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      “It’s got a huge, passionate fanbase and I’m looking to really push on with my career now.
      “If I was a kid now, looking at me signing for Newcastle United, it’s what dreams are made of.
      “I’m really looking forward to what is coming and how I can progress in the coming years.
      “I’m an effective player who can add goals and assists.
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      “I really like to create stuff but, on the other side, I’d also say I’m a very passionate player who always wants to win.”
      Harrison helped City to the Under 18 Premier League title last season, scoring six times in 21 appearances.
      Having performed admirably once again at Under-18 level this term, he made his debut for City’s Under-21s in the PL2.
      Newcastle academy director Steve Harper is delighted to have bolstered his ranks with the acquisition of Harrison.
      Harper, 48, said: “We are delighted to secure Alfie’s signature.
      “His hunger to represent Newcastle United and continue his development here was obvious from the outset.
      “He’s a passionate, talented player who we are really looking forward to welcoming to the club and ultimately seeing in a black and white shirt.
      “Alfie’s signing is part of a strategic move to make our PDP group younger, particularly the Under-21s, and I would like to thank the board and everybody involved at the club in making this move happen.”
      Harrison, 18, has penned a two-and-a-half year deal at St James’ ParkCredit: Getty More

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      Erling Haaland splashes £4million on new private jet dubbed ‘Swiss Army knife of planes’

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      ERLING HAALAND has seen his career take off once again – after splashing £4million on a new private jet.The Manchester City superstar was grounded by a foot injury before returning as a sub in Wednesday’s 3-1 win over Burnley.
      City star Erling Haaland has splashed out on a new private jetCredit: Getty
      It’s been dubbed the Swiss Army Knife of jetsCredit: https://247aviation.co.uk/our-fleet/pc-12-ngx/
      An expert compared it to a luxury Mercedes SUVCredit: https://247aviation.co.uk/our-fleet/pc-12-ngx/
      Striker Haaland previously owned a Piper M600 plane, together with dad Alfie and partners in Norwegian company Sola M600.
      They sold the aircraft late last year, with aviation insiders expecting the 23-year-old to charter flights in the future.
      But Norwegian paper Finansavisen reported the group have now bought a luxurious Pilatus PC-12 private plane.
      The jets cost between £3.3m and £4.5m. 
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      Dubbed the Swiss Army knife of planes, they have six business-class seats.
      Aviation broker Carl-Christian Gunnestad said: “We usually liken this plane to a Mercedes SUV.
      “It has a luxurious cabin designed by BMW, and a state-of-the-art cockpit.  It is perfect for families or business people.”
      Haaland’s fortunes have soared since joining City in 2022, winning the Champions League, Premier League and FA Cup in his first season.
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      The jets cost between £3.3m and £4.5mCredit: https://247aviation.co.uk/our-fleet/pc-12-ngx/
      The specs on Haaland’s new plane

      Take Off Distance 2,485ft
      Max Cruise Speed 290KTAS
      Range 1,903 Nautical Miles
      Max Passengers 10 + One pilot
      Max Payload 2,236lb
      Max Altitude 30,000ft

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      The Norway international has since undergone some turbulence, missing almost two months through injury and seeing City fall five points behind Liverpool.
      But he now hopes to land more silverware – helped in part by being able to travel in style.
      Haaland is in line to earn his first start since coming back from his foot injury on Monday against Brentford.
      He managed 23 minutes of football on his return to action against Burnley. More

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      Kyle Walker will remain Man City captain after opening up about betraying wife and secret lovechild, says Pep Guardiola

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      PEP GUARDIOLA has confirmed Kyle Walker will remain as Manchester City captain.The England defender spoke to The Sun at the weekend expressing his regret at the way he has treated his wife Annie.
      Guardiola has confirmed Walker will remain as his City captainCredit: Getty
      It comes after Walker admitted his regret over how he has treates his wife AnnieCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Walker, pictured here with Annie, has admitted to fathering two children with model and influencer Lauryn Goodman in recent yearsCredit: Instagram
      He admitted fathering two children with model and influencer Lauryn Goodman in recent years.
      Guardiola said he will not talk about the personal lives of his players but said there is no plan to strip the Three Lions defender of the armband.
      Asked if the captaincy remained unchanged, he said: “Absolutely, because it’s a decision for the team and not mine.
      “I will not talk about personal issues. I support him and his family but I don’t say one word about the personal lives of my players.”
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      The news Walker will stay on as captain comes after he admitted that he almost followed England team-mate Harry Kane in joining Bayern Munich last summer.
      He saw the move as a way to escape the constant speculation around his family life.
      The defender verbally agreed a reported £15million move to the German champions in July.
      He said on the proposed move: “I tried to escape. Did I want to leave City? No, of course I didn’t. We’re the best team in the world at the minute.
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      “But it was a chance to get away from England and the media I was going to get. I was aware the clock was ticking. I came very close to moving.
      “I was going to a great club, a massive club. But in the end I couldn’t go.
      “If I’m in Germany and this happens, Annie leaves and I’m now in Germany on my own. My kids wouldn’t be around the corner where I can see them.
      “There’s pain and emotion at the moment but I can go to the house, take the kids to school, and my little lad to football.”
      He spoke of his pain at betraying his wife Annie and admits that he would not blame her if she chose to go through with a divorce.
      He said: “I think there’s too much pain and too much hurt.
      “For now, I just need to be the best dad that I can be.”
      Walker will lead his City team as captain in tomorrow night’s Premier League fixture with Burnley, who are managed by his former team-mate and ex-City captain Vincent Kompany. More

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      Kyle Walker thanks ‘unbelievable’ Pep Guardiola for his backing and reveals supportive message sent by Gareth Southgate

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      GRATEFUL Kyle last night than-ked his Man City manager Pep Guardiola and England’s Gareth Southgate for standing by him.Kyle called the Spaniard “unbelievable”.
      Kyle Walker thanked his Man City manager Pep Guardiola for standing by himCredit: Getty
      Walker called the Spaniard ‘unbelievable’Credit: Dan Charity
      Kyle with pregnant wife Annie KilnerCredit: BackGrid
      He said: “He didn’t know what was happening.
      “I didn’t want to tell him because I didn’t want him to think I wasn’t mentally there.
      “I can’t thank him enough for the understanding and belief he’s shown in me through four years.”
      Pep, 53, made Kyle captain despite objections from some fans.
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      And the pair embraced on the pitch last Friday after a 1-0 win against Spurs in the FA Cup.
      Kyle was visibly emotional and punched the air repeatedly.
      He said Southgate — who made him England captain against North Macedonia last year — sent a supportive text message after his latest sex scandal.
      He declined to reveal details but said: “For your national team manager to reach out in a time of need goes beyond football.”
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      At the time Kyle described the opportunity as a “fantastic moment for me and my family”.
      In his interview he said: “To put on the England shirt and walk out for your country, bearing in mind I led my country out, you will never ever beat that.
      “Only winning something with England would top that.” More

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      Kyle Walker reveals he almost quit Man City for Bayern Munich to escape torture of his baby scandal

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      KYLE last night told how he almost followed Harry Kane to Bayern Munich to escape the looming baby scandal.The defender verbally agreed a reported £15million move to the German champions in July.
      Kyle Walker told how he almost followed Harry Kane to Bayern Munich to escape his looming baby scandalCredit: Getty
      Walker verbally agreed a reported £15million move to the German champions in JulyCredit: Dan Charity
      Kyle pictured with his pregnant ex-wife Annie KilnerCredit: BackGrid
      He said: “I tried to escape.
      “Did I want to leave City?
      “No, of course I didn’t.
      “We’re the best team in the world at the minute.
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      “But it was a chance to get away from England and the media I was going to get.
      “I was aware the clock was ticking.
      “I came very close to moving.
      “We were having conversations.
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      “I was going to a great club, a massive club.
      “But in the end I couldn’t go.
      “If I’m in Germany and this happens, Annie leaves and I’m now in Germany on my own.
      “My kids wouldn’t be around the corner where I can see them.
      “There’s pain and emotion at the moment but I can go to the house, take the kids to school, and my little lad to football.” More

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      Pep Guardiola breaks silence on Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp’s shock exit at end of season after Man City beat Tottenham

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      PEP GUARDIOLA paid tribute to his greatest rival Jurgen Klopp – and claimed he will sleep better next season once the German has stepped down at Liverpool.Klopp shocked the football world on Friday by announcing he will quit the Reds at the end of the campaign after nine trophy-laden years.
      Pep Guardiola spoke at length about his long rivalry with Jurgen Klopp
      Klopp and Guardiola duelled in the Bundesliga and now in the PremCredit: Getty
      For much of that time he has gone head to head with Guardiola’s Manchester City side in the greatest Premier League battle of the modern era.
      “Of course I will miss him. It was a shock, like it was for everyone. 
      “We will lose something .We cannot define our period here without him, without Liverpool. It’s impossible.
      “He has been the best rival I have ever had in my life.
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      “In Dortmund when I was in Bayern, then here. I think the Premier League are going to miss him, the charisma, the personality and especially the way his teams play.
      “Of course I wish him all the best. 
      “He will not admit it, but he will be back, I know it. Maybe in ten years time, I don’t know.
      “He said carefully he needs to charge his energy. With his personality, with his energy, he will be back, national team, another team, I don’t know.
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      “I think football needs personalities and managers like him.”
      But Guardiola hinted he would not be following Klopp’s lead and stepping down to re-energise. 
      The former Barcelona chief said: “I’m fine. I still have one more year, I want to do it and maybe extend. So I’m fine.” More

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      Erling Haaland forced to apologise after injured Man City star sends special birthday message

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      ERLING HAALAND offered a tongue in cheek apology after “perfect” trolls pointed out a spelling error in a birthday message from the star.Manchester City received a major boost this week when the striker finally returned to training with his team-mates.
      Erling Haaland sent Man City’s physio this birthday message on InstagramCredit: INSTAGRAM @erling.haaland
      He then sarcastically apologised after busy-bodies pointed out his spelling errorCredit: INSTAGRAM @erling.haaland
      The 23-year-old has been sidelined since he suffered a stress injury to his foot in the 1-0 defeat at Aston Villa on December 6.
      But even though he was not risked for tonight’s FA Cup clash win over Tottenham, he still started the day in fine spirits.
      Haaland has been undergoing his rehab under the watchful eye of City’s physio Mario Pafundi.
      The Italian, who joined the club in 2016 along with Pep Guardiola, was celebrating his birthday today.
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      And after all his help getting him back to fitness, Haaland wanted to congratulate him on Instagram.
      Sharing a snap of a smiling Pafundi, he captioned it on his story with the words: “Happy birthday to the best fysio in the world.”
      However, it seems that a number of his 38.1 million followers decided to get busy and point out his mistake.
      And rather than let it lie, Haaland could not help himself in sending out a response to them.
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      Sharing a stern-faced selfie of himself with his hair down, the ex-Borussia Dortmund wrote: “Oh we live in a perfect world everybody is perfect.
      “Sorry I meant physio.”
      City supporters will not care one bit about his spelling and grammar as long as he continues to rifle in the goals for them.
      Haaland scored an incredible 52 goals last season to fire City to the Treble.
      And he will be itching to add to his haul of 19 this term when he finally lines up for the Cityzens again. More

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      Man City vs Man Utd derby clash MOVED for TV as new Premier League fixtures are revealed

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      THE Manchester derby is set for an unusual kick off time thanks to TV selections.Man City will host their neighbours Man Utd on Sunday March 3 with the game getting underway at 3:30pm.
      The Manchester derby will be shown on Sky Sports in MarchCredit: Getty
      The Daily Mail have reported that the decision to change the kick off time came as a result of talks between broadcasters and police.
      The match will be shown on Sky Sports and will mean that Burnley’s clash with Bournemouth will also kick off earlier to accommodate the unusual timing.
      The Turf Moor game will now start at 1pm with most Sunday fixtures normally scheduled for 2pm and 4:30pm.
      The remaining televised fixtures have been announced with a number of heavyweights seeing games moved for TV.
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      Luton Town’s battle with Aston Villa will be shown by Sky Sports on Saturday March 2.
      While Arsenal’s trip to face Sheffield United will be the Monday night fixture shown on Sky.
      The reverse Manchester derby fixture back in October was the only other 3:30pm kick off this season.
      And the break in routine didn’t shake Pep Guardola’s men who breezed past their local rivals.
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      The treble winners banged in three goals and took home all three points in a 3-0 victory at Old Trafford.
      City will be hoping they can put in another flawless performance when derby day rolls around again in early March.
      While Erik ten Hag’s Man Utd side will have to pull off some magic to get a result from the Etihad Stadium where they haven’t won in the league since 2021.
      Televised Premier League matches in March
      Luton Town vs Aston Villa – March 2 (5:30pm) SKY SPORTS
      Burnley vs Bournemouth – March 3 (1pm) SKY SPORTS
      Man City vs Man Utd – March 3 (3:30pm) SKY SPORTS
      Sheffield Utd vs Arsenal – March 4 8pm) SKY SPORTS More