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      Ex-Arsenal star Jay Emmanuel-Thomas denies role in £600k Stansted Airport drug smuggling plot

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      A FORMER Arsenal star has denied being behind a £600,000 Stansted Airport drug smuggling plot.Jay Emmanuel-Thomas, 33, was detained by National Crime Agency officers after the haul of cannabis was seized.Ex-Arsenal star Jay Emmanuel-Thomas has appeared in courtCredit: GettyHe was allegedly behind a plot to smuggle cannabis into the UKCredit: National Crime AgencyEmmanuel-Thomas appeared at Chelmsford Crown Court todayCredit: PAThe former Arsenal star appeared at Chelmsford Crown Court today charged with importing Class B drugs.He denied the charge and was remanded into custody ahead of a provisional trial in May next year.The maximum sentence for cannabis importation in the UK is up to 14 years in prison.Emmanuel-Thomas was arrested in Inverclyde, Scotland, last month.Read more newsHis contract with Scottish Championship team Greenock Morton was later “terminated with immediate effect”.The NCA said the drugs were seized at Stansted Airport on September 2, with two women arrested and charged.Border Force officers allegedly found 60kg of cannabis in two suitcases which that arrived on a flight from Bangkok.Rosie Rowland, 28, and Yasmin Piotrowska, 33, also pleaded not guilty to the same charge today.Most read in FootballThey were bailed ahead of a hearing scheduled for all three defendants on January 6.Emmanuel-Thomas is a former England under-17 and under-19 international.Ex-Arsenal star Jay Emmanuel-Thomas charged with importing drugs after £600,000 worth of cannabis seized at airportHe began his career at Arsenal before playing for various clubs – including Ipswich Town, Bristol City, QPR, Livingston and Aberdeen.The striker signed a six-month contract with Greenock Morton in July.NCA senior investigating officer David Phillips said: “The NCA continues to work with partners like Border Force to target those involved in drug smuggling – that includes both the couriers and the organisers.”We would appeal to anyone who is approached to engage in any kind of smuggling to think very carefully about the likely consequences of their actions and the potentially life-changing risks they will be taking.”Emmanuel-Thomas was arrested last monthCredit: InstagramHis contract at Greenock Morton has been terminatedCredit: Kenny Ramsay More

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      Tragic Southampton fan only able to communicate using tongue after fall at stadium told doctors to turn of life support

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      A TRAGIC fan only able to communicate with his tongue after falling at Southampton’s stadium told doctors he wanted to die, an inquest heard.Simon Oakley, 59, was watching his beloved Saints play when he plummeted down ten concrete steps at half time.Simon Oakley fell down the stairs at St Mary’s stadiumCredit: SolentThe dad-of-four was rushed from St Mary’s to Southampton General Hospital and then transferred to a neuroscience intensive care ward.An inquest heard Simon was left paralysed from the neck down after suffering two fractures in his spine in the October 7 horror.He was told by medics he would be dependent on a ventilator and a require a wheelchair for the rest of his life.Simon, who was only able to communicate by sticking his tongue out, expressed that he wished to die instead.Winchester Coroner’s Court heard he was repeatedly assessed over the next three weeks to ensure he was capable of making that decision.Doctors concluded it would be unlawful to treat him against his wishes and the choice was made to switch his ventilator off.On November 13, the dad was visited by his family and friends to say goodbye and he passed away 30 minutes after the life support was removed.Brave Simon, who also received a visit from Southampton legend Francis Benali, donated his organs to help other patients.Most read in FootballFriend Andy Takle told the inquest how the pair had been watching Southampton play Rotherham United when the horror unfolded.He said: “I was standing next to Simon watching the game and the next thing I saw was him rolling down the stairs in front of me.”I could not catch him, we had scuffled to the stairs to head down just before half time.”We were not drunk, we had had two pints at the most, one at the pub and a second at the stadium.”When he made his decision in November I knew this is what he truly wanted.”Simon was treated by an off-duty ambulance worker at the stadium as the second half kick-off was delayed.Assistant coroner for Southampton, Kiran Chahal Musgrave, recorded an open verdict.He said: “There is insufficient evidence as to determine how Mr Oakley came to be on the ground.”He may have tripped or been pushed, deliberately or not, but there is lack of evidence to as to which of those possibilities it may have been.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I would like to offer my sincere condolences.”Simon’s brother Brian is now calling for handrails to be installed following the tragic accident.He was heading to the concourse when the horror unfoldedCredit: SolentSaints fans and players paid tribute to Simon following his deathCredit: Solent More

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      Arsenal cult hero Podolski being investigated by police for ‘forbidden’ way he said goodbye to fans in last-ever game

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      ARSENAL hero Lukas Podolski is being investigated by German police shortly after his final ever match.Podolski, 39, rolled credits on his 18-year career that saw him playing for the likes of Bayern Munich, Germany and of course the Gunners.Arsenal hero Lukas Podolski announced his retirement from football in a testimonial matchCredit: GettyPodolski landed in trouble with the police during the testimonial in CologneCredit: GettyPodolski lit a flare, which is forbidden in German stadiums, and faces a fineThe winger hung up his boots while playing for Polish outfit Gornik Zabrze and bid farewell to football in a testimonial match that was put together in Cologne two weeks ago in front of 50,000 fans.The ex-Germany international put together his own team he dubbed Team Poldi, which beat a Koln XI 5-3 at the RheinEnergieStadion.The ex-Galatasaray star received a standing ovation from the crowd after the match which led to him breaking down in tears.An emotional Podolski then joined the crowd in the stands and was pictured holding a burning pyrotechnic flare as he bid farewell to his fans.Read More on ArsenalAccording to Kolner Stadtanzeiger, as per Bild, that landed the German in hot water with the Cologne police as it is prohibited to set off flares in German stadiums.In fact, that is considered an administrative offence and thus Podolski is facing a pyrotechnics fine.The same source claims the city is responsible for collecting the fine and the Koln legend will probably receive a hearing notice in the mail within the next few days.Former police director and head of operations at the Cologne stadium Volker Lange didn’t mince his words about the forward as he dubbed him a “bad role model”.Most read in FootballLange said: “Firstly, it is forbidden, secondly, he is a bad role model. And thirdly: Someone who will take on responsibility at FC should be a role model – also in such points.”A number of football greats honoured Podolski during his testimonial match, such as Manuel Neuer, Joachim Low, Mats Hummels and ex-Arsenal team-mate Per Mertesacker.Arsenal legend Lukas Podolski looks emotional as he retires from football aged 39 The ex-Inter Milan star enjoyed immense success as he won the Bundesliga with Bayern, the World Cup with Germany and the FA Cup with Arsenal, where he amassed 31 goals and 15 assists in 82 games.And Podolski has proven to be successful off the pitch as well thanks to his ice cream and kebab business.It has been reported that the former Arsenal ace, who spent three years at the Emirates before his departure in 2015, has seen his net worth rise to £177.5million thanks to his investments.I’m a former Arsenal star – now I’m worth nearly £180MILLION after building kebab empire and ice cream brand More

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      Huge title-deciding match suspended with stadium evacuated and second half played the following day with no fans

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      A HUGE derby match in Sweden was suspended on Sunday – with fans banned from watching the second half.The Stockholm derby between Hammarby and Djurgarden descended into chaos when supporters began throwing pyrotechnics onto the pitch.Djurgarden supporters set off pyrotechnics during a derby match against HammarbyCredit: APThe match was suspended but fans refused to leaveCredit: APIt was completed the following dayCredit: RexWith Hammarby leading, officials paused the match in the 76th minute before players began to evacuate.Almost one hour later, it was announced that local police had withdrawn the legal permission required to hold the event.Fans were then told to leave the stadium immediately, but some refused.They then continued to chant: “We’re going nowhere.”Read More in FootballA statement from the police read: “The police authority has decided to dissolve a public event at Tele2 Arena today, Sunday, October 20.”This follows the assessment that less invasive measures are considered insufficient.”The reason is that the organiser responsible for the public event is not deemed capable of guaranteeing order and safety.”Djurgarden later confirmed the match would conclude on Monday without the presence of supporters.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSA statement from the club read: “The derby between Djurgarden and Hammarby was interrupted with a quarter of an hour left in the second half due to pyrotechnics being thrown onto the field.”After a match meeting, word came that the police had dissolved the public permit, which meant that the arena had to be evacuated before the match could resume again.”Bill Leckie reports from Ibrox after Rangers lose 4-1 to Lyon and Gers fans light fireworks and flares inside the stadiumThe match restarted on Monday from the 76th minute and Hammarby went on to win 2-0 thanks to a brace from Nahir Besara.They now sit second in the Allsvenskan table, with Djurgarden down in third. More

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      Mbappe ‘astonished’ over Sweden rape allegations and has ‘nothing to be sorry about’, his lawyer insists

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      KYLIAN Mbappe is “astonished” by his name being linked to rape allegations in Sweden, his lawyer claims.The Real Madrid ace has slammed the serious sexual abuse accusations as “fake news” with his team saying he has nothing to be sorry about.Kylian Mbappe is ‘astonished’ by his name being linked to rape allegations in SwedenCredit: AFPMbappe in Stockholm last week with his entourageCredit: RexMbappe, 25, is reportedly being looked into by cops after he was accused of sexually assaulting a woman in a Swedish hotel room last week.The France captain is yet to be officially named as the suspect in the case despite national news outlets saying they are “100 per cent sure” he is the focus of the investigations.But the footballing superstar reportedly has no idea what he is being accused of, according to his lawyer.Marie-Alix Canu-Bernard told TF1 news that Mbappe is “calm” in wake of the allegations due to believing he is completely innocent.read more in Kylian MbappeThe lawyer said: “He is never alone. He is never exposed to a situation where he would be taking a risk.”And so, this totally excludes the fact that there could have been reprehensible actions on his part.”The only thing I can say is that he has nothing to be ashamed of. The second is that we don’t know anything.”Swedish newspaper Aftonbladet first reported that a complaint was made to police on Saturday after the accuser visited a hospital ward for rape victims.Most read in FootballPolice were reportedly told that the alleged victim was raped inside the Bank Hotel on Thursday, October 10. Expressen reported that Mbappe dined at the Chez Jolie restaurant before going to the V nightclub in Stockholm with pals.The only thing I can say is that he has nothing to be ashamed of. The second is that we don’t know anythingMarie-Alix Canu-BernardMbappe’s lawyerHe partied at an exclusive nightclub where pals featured on the guest list reportedly had to put their phones in envelopes when they arrived.Sometime after, the alleged rape and abuse is said to have taken place back at a hotel in Stockholm. Cops then launched an investigation and have been conducting searches of the Bank Hotel since.They seized several items of clothing from a room including a pair of underwear, black trousers and a black top to analyse, say Expressen.Officials are yet to confirm the clothes being seized or who they belong to.Mbappe leaving the Bank hotel in Stockholm where the alleged sexual assault is said to have taken placeCredit: RexMbappe responded on X, slamming the report as ‘fake news’Credit: XThe World Cup winner is said to have been on a two-day trip to Sweden with his entourage at the time of the claims.His lawyer said he was around a group of his closest friends and security at all times during the trip.Mbappe left Sweden Friday on a private jet before the complaint had been filed.French radio station RMC said those in his inner circle “remain calm” despite the allegations.His entourage shot back at the allegations, telling AFP: “A new slanderous rumour is starting to spread across the web from the Swedish media Aftonbladet.”These accusations are completely false and irresponsible, and their propagation is unacceptable.”In order to put an end to this methodical destruction all necessary legal actions will be taken to re-establish the truth and pursue any person or media involved in the moral harassment and defamatory treatment that Kylian Mbappe is suffering repeatedly.”The former Paris Saint-Germain and Monaco star also scolded the Swedish news outlets for allegedly spreading “fake news”.He put out a statement on X saying: “FAKE NEWS !!!! It’s becoming so predictable, just before the hearing as if by chance.”No further information on the case has been released since the allegations came to light.But Mbappe’s club side Real Madrid have reportedly edited their star man out of a charity promotion just a day after the allegations were made.One image, posted by English midfielder Jude Bellingham, showed him, Roberto Carlos and Mbappe posing with a group of artists.READ MORE SUN STORIESBellingham swiftly deleted the group snap as a second near identical pic was released by Real Madrid.The only difference was that Mbappe was seemingly edited out – leaving behind a gap in the image.The Bank Hotel where Mbappe was staying with his entourageCredit: EPAThe footballing superstar reportedly has no idea why he has been accusedCredit: AFPReal Madrid have seemingly edited Mbappe out of a picture on Instagram with a gap left behind the sofa where the star originally was standingCredit: Instagram More

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      Mbappe ‘rape accuser’ got hospital treatment after ‘attack in star’s hotel’ as Swedish media ‘100% sure’ he’s a suspect’

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      THE woman accusing Kylian Mbappe of rape reported the Real Madrid star after she got medical help at a Swedish hospital.The woman visited a hospital ward for rape victims in the city following the alleged attack, local media report.mbappeKylian Mbappe has been accused of raping a woman in a Swedish hotel room last weekCredit: AFPThe Frenchman, far left, was in Sweden for a two-day trip with his entourageCredit: RexMbappe was seen leaving the Bank Hotel on Friday before the complaint was filedCredit: RexMbappe, 25, is yet to be officially named as a suspect despite Swedish media being “100 per cent sure” he is the focus of the investigations.The France captain has been accused of sexually assaulting a woman in a Swedish hotel room last week by the country’s media.He has slammed the serious claims against him as “fake news”.Swedish newspaper Aftonbladet first reported that the French forward is being looked at by cops over allegations of sexual abuse last Thursday.read more in MbappeA complaint was reportedly sent to police in Stockholm on Saturday after the alleged victim sought medical attention.The woman visited a hospital ward for rape victims in the city, reports TV4.It is unclear what injuries she may have suffered. Cops then launched an investigation and have been conducting searches of the Bank Hotel where the alleged rape took place.Most read in FootballThey seized several items of clothing from a room including a pair of underwear, black trousers and a black top to analyse, say Expressen.Officials are yet to confirm the clothes being seized or who they belong to.Mbappe hasn’t been formally named in the case as of today and is yet to be spoken to by officialsThe footballing superstar is said to have no idea what he is being accused of, according to his lawyer.Marie-Alix Canu-Bernard told TF1 news that Mbappe is “calm” in wake of the allegations due to believing he is completely innocent.The World Cup winner is said to have been on a two-day trip to Sweden with his entourage at the time of the claims.On the night of the allegations he dined at the Chez Jolie restaurant before going to the V nightclub in Stockholm with pals.Before they headed back to the Bank Hotel.His lawyer said he was around a group of his closest friends and security at all times during the trip.She said: “He is never alone. He is never exposed to a situation where he would be taking a risk.”And so, this totally excludes the fact that there could have been reprehensible actions on his part.”Mbappe responded to the allegations on X, slamming the reports as ‘fake news’Credit: XCops have reportedly seized clothes from the Bank Hotel where the alleged rape is said to have taken placeCredit: EPAMbappe left Sweden Friday on a private jet before the complaint had been filed.The entourage with the football ace has since shot back at the allegations, telling AFP: “A new slanderous rumour is starting to spread across the web from the Swedish media Aftonbladet.”These accusations are completely false and irresponsible, and their propagation is unacceptable.”In order to put an end to this methodical destruction all necessary legal actions will be taken to re-establish the truth and pursue any person or media involved in the moral harassment and defamatory treatment that Kylian Mbappe is suffering repeatedly.”The former Paris Saint-Germain and Monaco star also scolded the Swedish news outlets for allegedly spreading “fake news”.He put out a statement on X saying: “FAKE NEWS !!!! It’s becoming so predictable, just before the hearing as if by chance.”Mbappe also included a winking emoji at the end of the message.The tweet seemingly referred to a hearing Mbappe is set to face over unpaid wages he is disputably owed by PSG.Mbappe claims he deserves 55million Euros (£45million) by his former club in unpaid wages from his seven-year stint at the club.He is never alone. He is never exposed to a situation where he would be taking a riskMarie-Alix Canu-BernardMbappe’s lawyerThe footballer was also due to get a signing bonus in February but PSG have refused to pay up and follow the ruling by France’s football governing body LFP, according to the claims.A source close to PSG hit back at Mbappe by telling French newspaper L’Equipe they would “ignore” his claims the two incidents may be linked.The source said: “Honestly, it’s a shame. PSG is responsible for everything with him.”PSG are now making up stories in Sweden. We will ignore it and keep our class.”Mbappe’s club side Real Madrid have also reportedly edited their star man out of a charity promotion just a day after the allegations were made.Two almost identical images posted to Instagram appear to show the French striker in and out of a photo for the club’s Artist Pack promotion.The first image was posted by English midfielder Jude Bellingham and showed him, Roberto Carlos and Mbappe with a group of artists.But Bellingham swiftly deleted the group snap.Real Madrid then posted an almost identical image to its main Instagram account on Tuesday – but now with Mbappe missing.France’s manager Didier Deschamps, 56, was even made to respond to the allegations against his captain.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe warned people to avoid spreading “anything and everything” in regards to Mbappe.He told reporters after France’s clash with Belgium on Monday night that the reports have led to a “negative atmosphere” in the dressing room.Real Madrid have seemingly edited Mbappe out of a picture on Instagram with a gap left behind the sofa where the star originally was standingCredit: InstagramThe footballing superstar is said to have no idea what he is being accused of, according to his lawyerCredit: Getty More

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      Former Premier League striker admits to filming illegal sex tapes as prosecutor calls for four years in prison

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      EX-PREMIER LEAGUE player Hwang Ui-Jo has apologised for secretly filming sexual encounters with his partners.Prosecutors said the South Korea international, 31, filmed two of his partners without their consent on four occasions between June and September 2022.Hwang Ui-Jo has apologised after pleading guilty to illegally filming sexual encounters with partners without their consentCredit: GettyThe 31-year-old played for Nottingham Forest and NorwichCredit: GettyAppearing in court for the first time in Seoul, South Korea, on Wednesday, prosecutors demanded a four-year prison term for the forward.The case emerged last year when he filed a complaint against his older brother’s wife for sharing intimate photos of him from the videos to Instagram and blackmailing him.His sister-in-law was sentenced to three years in prison in September for the blackmail attempt after Hwang sued her.However, during the investigation police then found evidence of his act of illegally filming the videos.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe pleaded guilty to all the charges and said he was “deeply sorry”.Hwang pleaded to the court for leniency, saying he would “take this incident as a lesson”.He said: “I will not do anything wrong in the future and will do my best as a footballer.”I sincerely apologise to the victims who have been affected by my actions, and I am deeply sorry for the disappointment I have caused to all those who have cared and supported me.”Most read in FootballThe 62-cap international signed for Nottingham Forest from Bordeaux in 2022 before going on loan to Olympiacos, Seoul, Norwich and Alanyaspor.Hwang left Forest to join the latter team in September.His sentencing date was set for December 18. More

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      Mbappe ‘rape’ cops ‘seize clothes’ for probe as Real Madrid star’s lawyer reveals how he ‘couldn’t carry out attack’

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      CLOTHES have been seized by cops investigating rape allegations reportedly against Real Madrid ace Kylian Mbappe.The France captain has been accused of sexually assaulting a woman in a Swedish hotel room by the country’s media but has slammed the serious claims against him as “fake news”.Clothes have now been seized by cops investigating rape allegations said to be against Real Madrid ace Kylian MbappeCredit: RexMbappe leaving a hotel in Sweden where the alleged victim claims she was sexually assaulted last weekCredit: RexMbappe, wearing jeans and a checked over-shirt, in Stockholm last week surrounded by his entourageCredit: RexMbappe, 25, is yet to be officially named as the suspect in the case despite Swedish news outlets saying they are “100 per cent sure” he is the focus of the investigations.It comes as the footballing superstar reportedly has no idea what he is being accused of, according to his lawyer.Marie-Alix Canu-Bernard told TF1 news that Mbappe is “calm” in wake of the allegations due to believing he is completely innocent. The lawyer said: “He is never alone. He is never exposed to a situation where he would be taking a risk. read more in Mbappe”And so, this totally excludes the fact that there could have been reprehensible actions on his part.”Swedish newspaper Aftonbladet first reported that the French forward is being looked at by cops over allegations of sexual abuse last week.A complaint was reportedly made to police on Saturday after the alleged victim sought medical attention.Expressen reported that Mbappe dined at the Chez Jolie restaurant on Thursday and went to the V nightclub in Stockholm with pals.Most read in FootballHe and his entourage then went back to the Bank Hotel where he was staying and where the alleged rape is said to have taken place.Mbappe is yet to be spoken to by officials as he hasn’t been formally named in the case.These accusations are completely false and irresponsible, and their propagation is unacceptableMbappe’s entourage But investigators have started to build up evidence against a suspect after they seized several items of clothing from a room inside the Bank Hotel.Police have taken a pair of underwear, black trousers and a black top from the room to analyse, report Expressen. Officials are yet to confirm the clothes being seized or who they belong to.Mbappe flew out of Sweden Friday on a private jet just before the complaint had been filed.His entourage has since shot back at the allegations, telling AFP: “A new slanderous rumour is starting to spread across the web from the Swedish media Aftonbladet.”These accusations are completely false and irresponsible, and their propagation is unacceptable.”In order to put an end to this methodical destruction all necessary legal actions will be taken to re-establish the truth and pursue any person or media involved in the moral harassment and defamatory treatment that Kylian Mbappe is suffering repeatedly.”The former Paris Saint-Germain and Monaco ace later addressed the report himself as he scolded the Swedish news outlets for allegedly spreading “fake news”.Cops have reportedly seized the clothes from the Bank Hotel where Mbappe was staying with his entourageCredit: EPAMbappe responded to the allegations on X, slamming the reports as ‘fake news’Credit: XHe put out a statement on X saying: “FAKE NEWS !!!! It’s becoming so predictable, just before the hearing as if by chance.”Mbappe also included a winking emoji at the end of the message.The tweet seemingly referred to a hearing Mbappe is set to face over unpaid wages he is disputably owed by PSG.Mbappe claims he deserves 55million Euros (£45million) by his former club in unpaid wages from his seven-year stint at the club.The footballer was also due to get a signing bonus in February but PSG have refused to pay up and follow the ruling by France’s football governing body LFP, according to the claims.A source close to PSG hit back at Mbappe by telling French newspaper L’Equipe they would “ignore” his claims the two incidents may be linked.The source said: “Honestly, it’s a shame. PSG is responsible for everything with him.”He didn’t score any goals (apart from penalties) for Madrid? It’s PSG.”He missed the French national team matches even though he says he did, but he’s not injured? It’s PSG.”PSG are now making up stories in Sweden. We will ignore it and keep our class.”France’s manager Didier Deschamps, 56, was even made to respond to the allegations against his captain.He warned people to avoid spreading “anything and everything” in regards to Mbappe.He told reporters after France’s clash with Belgium on Monday night that the reports have led to a “negative atmosphere” in the dressing room.Mbappe’s club side Real Madrid have also reportedly edited their star man out of a charity promotion just a day after the allegations were made.Two almost identical images posted to Instagram appear to show the French striker in and out of a photo for the club’s Artist Pack promotion.The first image was posted by English midfielder Jude Bellingham and showed him, Roberto Carlos and Mbappe with a group of artists.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut Bellingham swiftly deleted the group snap.Real Madrid then posted an almost identical image to its main Instagram account on Tuesday – but now with Mbappe missing.Mbappe is currently embroiled in a legal battle over unpaid wages with his former club PSGCredit: GettyReal Madrid have seemingly edited Mbappe out of a picture on Instagram with a gap left behind the sofa where the star originally was standing More