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    Floyd Mayweather looking to buy eye-watering $700million stake in world’s seventh most valuable sports club

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    FLOYD MAYWEATHER dreams of owning the world’s seventh-richest sports club.Now “The Money” has launched a buy-in bid for the New York Giants that is more jaw-dropping than any knockout blow he landed in the ring.Floyd Mayweather could splash out spectacularlyMayweather is keen to buy into the New York GiantsCredit: ReutersThe boxing legend, 47, is reportedly heading a group trying to purchase 10% of the NFL team… for around $700 million (£556m).TMZ Sports say Mayweather and his business partner – real estate magnate Meyer Orbach – are preparing an offer.It’s claimed $200m ((£159m) has already been put aside in an escrow account.That’s an account where a neutral third party holds onto part of the money while a contract is sorted out.READ MORE IN BOXINGUS teams dominate the sporting rich list – Dallas Cowboys heading the pile with a $10.1bn valuation.Four-time Super Bowl winners the Giants come in at $7.3bn, just behind the New York Patriots on $7.4bn.The Stateside-led roll-call of wealth is broken below the top 10 by three of Europe’s biggest football clubs.Real Madrid are joint 12th on $6.6bn, alongside 2025 Super Bowl winners Philadelphia Eagles.Most read in BoxingTOP 10 MOST VALUABLE SPORTS TEMSUSA teams fill all the leading 10 spots -with six from the NFL, three in basketball’s NBA and one in Major League Baseball.1 Dallas Cowboys, NFL – $10.1billion2 Golden State Warriors, NBA – $8.8bn3 Los Angeles Rams, NFL – $7.6bn4 New York Yankees, MLB – $7.55bn5 New York Knicks, NBA – $7.5bn6 New England Patriots, NFL – $7.4bn7 New York Giants, NFL – $7.3bn8 Los Angeles Lakers, NBA – $7.1bn9 New York Jets, NFL – $6.9bn10 San Francisco 49ers, NFL – $6.8bnSelected others:12 Real Madrid – $6.6bn14 Man Utd – $6.55bn20 Barcelona – $5.6bn27 Liverpool – $5.37bn31 Man City – $5.1bn34 Bayern Munich – $5bn47 Paris Saint-Germain $4.4bnBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSNext come Manchester United ($6.55bn), while Barcelona are 20th on $5.6bn.It’s reckoned five-weight ex-world champion Mayweather and Orbach could soon be joined by another major investor in their attempt to buy part of the Giants.Michael Strahan sends sarcastic message to New York Giants on Fox NFL Sunday for letting star leave ‘along with Saquon’ TMZ quote Orbach as saying: “My partners and I are always looking at different opportunities, including ownership of sports teams. I can’t comment further than that.”He already owns nearly 20% of basketball team Minnesota Timberwolves.The interest in the Giants follows two of the team’s owners revealing they hope to sell some of their stake.Now John Mara, who is club founder Tim Mara’s grandson, and Steve Tisch could soon be tested by an approach from Mayweather.And the amount involved would absolutely dwarf his other spectacular investments, such as his $20m fleet of supercars. More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo leads list of richest sport stars in 2024 earning £208MILLION with Tyson Fury third as top 100 named

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO is on top of the world in the money list of sports stars of 2024.While many stars are hanging up their boots by the age of 40, Ronaldo has shown no indication of stopping.Cristiano Ronaldo earned the most among sports stars in 2024Credit: GettyRonaldo’s earning dwarf even the star in second place, Stephen CurryCredit: GettyTyson Fury was top of the Brits despite losing in his heavyweight title showdownCredit: GettyInstead, the Portuguese is expanding his portfolio of accolades and income options.The Al-Nassr ace earned a staggering £208million across 2024, including £172m in his Saudi Pro League contract.These figures are according to Sportico, who have named the top 100 sports stars in terms of earnings in 2024.Ronaldo’s income dwarfs his top level counterparts in other sports, including basketball, boxing, golf and American football.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLNBA star Stephen Curry ranks second in the list, with a relatively modest £123m, including £80m in endorsements.Tyson Fury is the king of the Brits despite losing his heavyweight title clash with Oleksandr Usyk, with £117m earned across the year.Ronaldo’s nemesis, Lionel Messi, is second among footballers and fourth overall.The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner earned, £108m overall including £60m in endorsements.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe top five is rounded out by LeBron James, who earned £106m with £68m in endorsements.Jon Rahm is top of the golfers, earning £85m overall with £69m in earnings.Erling Haaland’s salary is only ninth biggest in football with Chelsea flop Koulibaly earning more than Man City starHe also rounds out the top 10 best-paid sports stars, with Neymar, Usyk, Karim Benzema and Kylian Mbappe ranking from six through to nine.Scottie Scheffler earned marginally less than Rahm at £83m.Dallas Cowboys’ Dak Prescott tops the list for American football stars with £80m pocketed, while Formula One world champion Max Verstappen earned £61m.Shohei Ohtani is the most well-off baseball star after earning £58m in 2024.The Premier League’s top earner for 2024 is Erling Haaland, who earned £55.6m over the year largely thanks to his £36m a year salary, although this only puts him down in 24th for the overall list.Mohamed Salah and Kevin de Bruyne are the only other Premier League stars in the top 100, earning £44m and £32m respectively.Amazingly, influencer-turned sports star Jake Paul ranks 52nd overall after earning £38m in 2024.Rory McIlroy took home a cool £62m over the year.READ MORE SUN STORIESBrits Lewis Hamilton, Anthony Joshua Tyrrell Hatton and Harry Kane also made the list.F1 star Hamilton earned £56m over the year, with AJ taking home £48m, golfer Hatton bringing in £37m and England football captain Kane bringing in £33m. More

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      ‘It’s crazy’ – Jude Bellingham’s girlfriend’s ex responds to rumours she cheated on him with Real Madrid ace

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM’S girlfriend Ashlyn Castro has been defended by her NBA star ex amid cheating allegations.Earlier this month it emerged that the Real Madrid superstar, 21, has been seeing American influencer Ashlyn, 21.Ashlyn Castro is dating Real Madrid star Jude BellinghamCredit: InstagramAshlyn is an American social media influencerCredit: InstagramBellingham, 21, has had Ashlyn attend a matchCredit: RexThe smitten pair have been spotted going on dates in the Spanish capital, while Ashlyn is said to have watched a Real Madrid game alongside Bellingham’s parents.Ashlyn has previously been linked with actor Michael B. Jordan and NBA All-Star LaMelo Ball.Prior to Bellingham, she dated Los Angeles Clippers star Terance Mann.Instagram gossip page Game, Set and Match claim that Ashlyn has faced unfounded accusations of seeing Bellingham before her relationship with Mann had ended.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Clippers star himself has now shot down these claims, leaping to his ex’s defence.Mann, 28, said on TikTok Live: “Ashlyn is cool, people. I don’t know why everybody is on her head about anything. She’s cool. Me and Ash are cool.”We haven’t been together for a long, long time. She’s doing her thing. Let her do her thing. 90 per cent of the stuff I see on the internet about Ash is false. It’s crazy.”Let her live, let her do her thing, let her be herself. When I met Ash, she had her own stuff, had her own money, her own wave.Most read in FootballSUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAYTerance Mann has defended his ex-girlfriendCredit: Getty”We met through a friend. There wasn’t no… she wasn’t out here trying to see who I was or do any of that.”Y’all just on her back, on her body about nothing. Y’all mad that she what? Like c’mon.Jude Bellingham caught ‘humbling’ LaLiga rival who threatened to knock Real Madrid team-mate out ‘in 10 seconds'”She ain’t do nothing, she’s cool. She ain’t no gold digger.”Y’all just doing too damn much. No, she did not cheat. We haven’t been together in… I don’t know how long. So calm that narrative down.”You could let that go. And that’s that on that!”Ashlyn has more than 230,000 Instagram followers and 50,000 on TikTok.Bellingham, meanwhile, was previously linked with Dutch model Laura Celia Valk.However, she confirmed that she is single during a recent Q&A.Ashlyn has more than 230,000 Instagram followersCredit: instagramShe also has a big TikTok followingCredit: InstagramAshlyn has only recently started dating BellinghamCredit: instagram More

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      Inside glamorous life of Jude Bellingham’s girlfriend Ashlyn, who was linked with another sports ace and Hollywood star

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      MODEL beauty Ashlyn Castro has turned Jude Bellingham’s head – and already charmed his parents. The American influencer, 27, has enjoyed a string of dates with the Three Lions hero in Madrid. Ashlyn Castro is dating England superstar Jude BellinghamCredit: instagramThe stunning American model hails from Los Angeles, CaliforniaCredit: instagramThe 27-year-old regularly updates her thousands of followers from locations around the worldCredit: instagramBellingham and Ashlyn were snapped enjoying a lunch date in MadridCredit: BackGridAshlyn and Bellingham were snapped heading for a lunch date in the Spanish capital earlier this week. It came after she watched the Real Madrid star from a private box at the Bernabeu alongside his parents Denise, 56, and dad Mark, 48.A model and influencer, Ashlyn hails from Los Angeles, California. She has been linked with a string of A-listers in recent years, including Creed actor Michael B. Jordan.READ MORE ON BELLINGHAMThe pair were rumoured to be dating after cosying up on the French Riviera in 2018.Jordan and Ashlyn were snapped dancing the night away as the pair swigged from bottles of champagne at a St. Tropez club.A year later, she denied online whispers she was dating basketball star LaMelo Ball.The rumour mill went into overdrive after one of Ashlyn’s followers congratulated her on the apparent relationship.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSCastro originally liked the comment but later confirmed it was a mistake, insisting she was just friends with the NBA star.Ashlyn enjoys the jet-setting lifestyle and shares her worldwide travels to 154,000 Instagram fans. Fans hail ‘agent Jude Bellingham’ as England star is spotted with Real Madrid transfer target in nightclubWhile her bikini-clad snaps from beaches around the world have amassed thousands of admirers. She has recently posted snaps from high-end eateries in New York, LA and Madrid.The influencer is also a big hit on TikTok, posting regular makeup tutorials and amassing over 1 million likes.Despite her globetrotting lifestyle online, Ashlyn likes to keep her personal life away from the spotlight.After tragically losing her father to Covid in 2021, she wrote on Instagram in a moving tribute: “I’ve never been one to share anything too personal on [social media].”I keep the people I love most closest to my heart, I want to protect them at all costs.”Ashlyn regularly posts content from cities around the worldCredit: instagramBellingham and the influencer have exchanged likes on their respective social mediaCredit: instagramAshlyn boasts over 150,000 followers on Instagram aloneCredit: instagramShe is also active on TikTok, giving makeup tutorials and fashion adviceCredit: instagramCastro watched Bellingham play from a private box at the Bernabeu in midweekCredit: instagramAshlyn grew up in Los Angeles and has previously been linked with Michael B. JordanCredit: instagramBellingham, 21, has been dubbed one of the world’s most eligible bachelors.In the space of four years, the Stourbridge native went from playing in the Championship with Birmingham to lifting the Champions League trophy with Real. He penned a monster £70million contract after joining Real from Dortmund in a £115m deal.Bellingham and England teammate Trent Alexander-Arnold went on holiday to LA after last summer’s Euros.Shortly after, he and Castro began exchanging likes on their respective Instagram pages.The £220,000-a-week midfielder split from Ghanaian model Asantewa Chitty in 2023.He was linked with a “completely smitten” Laura Celia Valk last summer.But the Dutch beauty has since confirmed she is single in a recent Q&A with fans.Bellingham has settled into life in the Spanish capital, living in the exclusive La Finca neighbourhood alongside a host of A-list stars.Properties fetch up to £11million in the area, which offers the privacy that Bellingham craves.Jude’s teammate Kylian Mbappe has also bought in the district, which is guarded by round-the-clock security and infrared cameras.Bellingham’s mum Denise moved over with her boy to get him adjusted to life in Spain. READ MORE SUN STORIESHe explained: “My mum is there to just keep everything neutral really. “Without my mum, sometimes I’d get too low with the lows or too high with the highs and I stay pretty humble because I’ve got her around.”Bellingham has become a superstar since switching Dortmund for Real MadridCredit: Getty More

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      Liverpool owners set sights on buying new club as Fenway Sports Group target NBA champion Boston Celtics

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      LIVERPOOL owners Fenway Sports Group (FSG) are targeting the Boston Celtics, according to reports.FSG, led by American businessman John W. Henry have led the Reds since completing a purchase in 2010.The NBA champion Boston Celtics are for saleCredit: ReutersFSG chief John W. Henry is looking to expand their sporting portfolioCredit: GettyThey also own MLB giants the Boston Red Sox, and NHL franchise the Pittsburgh Penguins.Now according to the Globe, Boston-based FSG are targeting the NBA champion Celtics.The Celtics formally announced last July, shortly after winning the NBA Finals, that the Grousbeck family are looking to sell the franchise.FSG are claimed to be one of “four or five” bidders to have since emerged.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe first round of the bidding process is set to close on January 23rd.Team governor Wyc Grousbeck could then choose a bid to go ahead with.Alternatively, the two best bids may move forward into a final round.The price is expected to exceed £5bn ($6bn).Most read in FootballSUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAYSuccessful bidders will take over one of the NBA’s most prestigious franchises and an immediate title contender.They will also inherit the league’s third-most expensive roster which currently sits deep in the luxury tax.Liverpool boss Arne Slot frustrated to lose to Lucas Bergvall goal against Tottenham FSG expanded their sporting portfolio last year.They were part of a group that invested £2.4bn ($3bn) into golf’s PGA Tour.Liverpool, meanwhile, could be set to add more silverware to their collection this season, with Arne Slot’s side top of the Premier League and in League Cup, FA Cup and Champions League contention.That’s despite FSG signing just one player, Federico Chiesa, last summer.Liverpool are top of the Premier League tableCredit: AFP More

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      Man Utd star Marcus Rashford enjoys international break by sitting courtside at NBA game with former team-mate

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      MARCUS RASHFORD has made the most of the international break with a trip to watch the NBA.The Manchester United star has been able to rest up after he was not selected for England.Marcus Rashford went to watch an NBA game in New YorkCredit: GettyJalen Brunson spoke to Rashford courtsideCredit: GettyHe wore a very cosy-looking hoodieCredit: ReutersThe Three Lions won their Nations League clash against Greece 3-0 in Athens.Interim boss Lee Carsley’s side now face the Republic of Ireland on Sunday.Rashford, 27, made the journey to the USA to watch the New York Knicks take on the Brooklyn Nets.He was spotted at Madison Square Garden in a full black outfit with a beanie.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe forward also had some jewellery and a colourful fleece hoodie for when the temperature drops.He was joined by close friend Ro-Shaun Williams, who currently plays for Northern Irish side Larne.The pair know each other from coming through the youth ranks at Manchester United together.They were sat near some other notable names such as Hollywood movie star Ben Stiller.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSRashford will be hoping to impress new manager Ruben Amorim when he returns to Manchester.The Portuguese boss is the replacement for the sacked Erik ten Hag.Marcus Rashford’s plans to build a dream home on a golf course appear to be stuck in the rough Amorim has been quick at work setting himself up ahead of his first match against Ipswich Town at Portman Road.He has axed Ruud van Nistelrooy from the coaching side despite the Dutchman being undefeated as a caretaker.Rashford has also been handed an olive branch by incoming England manager Thomas Tuchel.We exclusively revealed that the German has spoken to the forward and insisted that he is wanted in the national set-up.Forgotten England stars could benefit from Tuchel appointmentWITH Thomas Tuchel announced as the next England manager, a few forgotten stars might be hopeful of a return to the international set up.The former Chelsea and Bayern Munich manager usually uses a 3-4-3 formation.That could provide an opening for Mason Mount, who’s not been involved in the England set-up since the World Cup in 2022.The now Manchester United star enjoyed his most successful spell under Tuchel while the pair were at Stamford Bridge.Tuchel could also offer lifelines to other previously capped players such as Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Eric Dier.RLC has excelled since his move to AC Milan and with England struggling to find a partner for Rice, he could be the surprise answer.Meanwhile, Dier played for Tuchel at Bayern Munich as part of a back-three last season.The defender did enough to convince the club to make his loan move permanent after he had fallen out of favour at Tottenham.Click here to see the full England XI who could play under Tuchel. More

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      Forgotten ex-Premier League star joins fourth division BASKETBALL team two years after reaching Champions League semis

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      EX-TOTTENHAM star Etienne Capoue has completed a shock career switch to join a BASKETBALL team.Capoue, 36, played for Villarreal in the Champions League semi-final just two years ago.Etienne Capoue won the Europa League with Villarreal but was released this summerCredit: Getty – PoolBut he is currently starring for fourth tier basketball side CB Jovens L’Eliana, but can’t play in official matchesCredit: instagram @ cbjovenslelianaHowever, the midfielder has now sealed a stunning switch to a fourth-tier basketball team.It comes after Capoue was released by the La Liga club this summer, having made 148 appearances over three-and-a-half years with the Yellow Submarine.Capoue is currently training with CB Jovens L’Eliana, who are based in Valencia.The team shared a photo of Capoue following a friendly match after they won 78-70 over CB Morvedre earlier this week.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCapoue, capped seven times by the France national team, was all smiles standing in the back row second from left in the team photo.They have less than 2,000 followers on Instagram at the time of writing.Capoue is well-known for his love of basketball and the NBA.The defensive midfielder stands at 6ft 2″, the same as legendary Golden State Warriors shooter Stephen Curry.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHowever, according to Relevo, Capoue does not have a licence, meaning he cannot play in official competitive matches for the team.He has been linked with a return to England in his free agency.Football icons’ strange hobbiesCapoue played 181 games for Watford, whom he joined from Tottenham.He originally joined the North London club as one of the “magnificent seven” signings to replace Real Madrid-bound Gareth Bale.At Villarreal, Capoue also won the Europa League as they beat Manchester United on penalties.Capoue later assisted in their Champions League semi-final clash against Liverpool the following season as they came from 2-0 down in the first leg.But the Reds showed their dominance and ran out 3-2 winners to seal a 5-2 aggregate victory.However, they would lose in the final to Real Madrid.Capoue was one of Tottenham’s ‘magnificent seven’ who arrived to replace Gareth BaleCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdHe made 181 appearances at WatfordCredit: ReutersWho are these famous footballers? More

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      Basketball star Shaquille O’Neal in talks over stake in legendary Premier League club

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      BASKETBALL star Shaquille O’Neal is in talks about taking a stake in West Ham United.The LA Lakers legend, 52, got the Hammers bug after watching a game last season and has said he is interested in becoming a shareholder.Shaquille O’Neal, who played for the Los Angeles Lakers in 2002, is looking to invest in West HamCredit: LUCY NICHOLSON/AFP via Getty ImagesShaq is said to have got the Hammers bug when he went to watch West Ham playCredit: GETTYA source told The Sun: “Shaq loves British football and he has been talking about putting some serious cash into the club. “He went to a game at the end of the season and loved it. It’s now a case of whether the financials stack up for him. “Shaq is really interested in what deal he could strike.”The Hammers finished ninth in the Premier League last year, a year after winning the Europa Conference League.MORE ON SHAQUILLE O’NEALFans will likely be delighted with some investment after making a £18.3million loss in the 2022/23 season.New boss Julen Lopetegui took over from David Moyes last month. Shaq retired in 2011 and was regarded as one of the best centres in the world.The 7ft 1in ace played for six teams during his 19-year career and is a four-time NBA champion.Most read in FootballOff the field he turned to commentary and previously revealed he harboured a secret passion for British football.In 2016 he backed Northampton Town when they were pushing from promotion from League Two.Shaq, who co-owned a radio show with the Cobblers’ chairman Kelvin Thomas, recorded  a video for the players  urging them to secure  first place.‘I’m jealous of them,’ Shaq says about Victor Wembanyama and Nikola Jokic as he discusses evolution of NBA centersIf Shaq invests in the Hammers he would be the latest US star to put their fortunes into British clubs.Actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney own Wrexham FC, Anchorman star Will Ferrell is involved at Leeds, and NFL star Tom Brady at Birmingham City. More

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      Heartwarming moment Gareth Bale makes fan’s day after shock visit to Welsh chip shop

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      GARETH BALE shared a touching moment with a delighted supporter after visiting a Welsh CHIPPY.Bale, 34, retired from football in January 2023, after appearing at the World Cup in Qatar in 2022.Gareth Bale was asked to go upstairs to the owner’s flat and meet a huge fanCredit: WNSThe heartwarming encounter took place at Big Sam’s chippy in PontyclunCredit: WNSHis busy post-retirement life has seen him compete at various golf tournaments, spend more time in LA, and attend NBA games.But to the delight of local fans, he has travelled back to Wales and picked up a takeaway from a shop just five miles away from his sprawling countryside mansion. Despite his prior athlete status, the Real Madrid icon dropped by Big Sam’s chippy in Pontyclun for a bite to eat with a couple of pals.The shop shared a heartwarming photo on social media of Bale with Raj Aulakh, a member of the owner’s family and an avid football fan.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe caption said: “A Welsh institution visits another Welsh institution!”Today at Big Sam’s we had the absolute pleasure of serving this lovely gent.”Not only was Bale kind enough to take pictures with some of us in the shop, but he also came into the flat to take a picture with Raj.”He couldn’t have been a lovelier bloke and we hope to see him again soon.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERRaj, 39, who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy, told the Wales Online that the footballer was “genuinely interested” in meeting him.He added: “We were like – ‘you’re having a laugh’. Why would he be in Pontyclun of all places? Watch Neymar leave huge dent in golf course with horrendous swing as fans urge Gareth Bale to give him tips”My sister said ‘it is actually him! It’s either a very good lookalike, or it’s actually him’.”Raj explained his mother didn’t even recognise the former Spurs player immediately, and served him as a regular customer.Just seven days ago, Bale was courtside for the Lakers’ loss to the Golden State Warriors, where he linked up with Stephen Curry post-game. More