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      Everton make history as Abdoulaye Doucoure scores incredible record-breaking goal after just 10.18 seconds vs Leicester

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      EVERTON made history with their record-breaking goal after just TEN SECONDS against Leicester.Abdoulaye Doucoure wasted no time putting the Toffees in front in the huge relegation six-pointer. Abdoulaye Doucoure gave Everton the lead against Leicester in the opening secondsCredit: GettyHe latched on to Jordan Pickford’s long ball upfieldCredit: GettyThere were just 10.18 seconds on the clock when the ball crossed the lineCredit: AFPFrom Everton’s kick-off, James Garner passed the ball directly back to Jordan Pickford.The goalkeeper then punted the ball upfield, where Doucoure pounced on some woeful Leicester defending to chest the ball down, run past the Foxes statues and slide the ball past Mads Hermansen.Incredibly, the official scoreboard had still not even come on the screen on the Premier League’s feed of the match.The official time of the goal was 10.18 seconds.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThat made the super speedy strike the fourth-fastest goal in Premier League history.But it also was the fastest goal scored by a home team since the league’s reformation in 1992. Shane Long still holds the all-time record, scoring for Southampton at Watford with 7.69 seconds on the clock in 2019.Philip Billing found the net after 9.11 seconds for Bournemouth at Arsenal in March 2023.Most read in FootballBest new sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesAnd the other player to break the ten-second barrier was Ledley King’s goal against Bradford, putting Tottenham in front after 9.82 seconds.Not only did the Doucoure goal etch his name into the record books, but it also gave Everton the perfect start against Leicester.‘That’s better than Shrek’ jokes Wayne Rooney as Roy Keane reveals Hollywood star people mistake him for in the streets David Moyes knew a win would move his side nine points clear of Leicester in the relegation battle.On six minutes, the dream start got even better when Beto beat the offisde, got in behind and buried his finish.And the Guinea-Bissau striker, 27, grabbed his second of the afternoon and third of the season in the league just before half-time, keeping his composure in front of goal after Garner’s delightful through ball.Iliman Ndiaye capitalised on more woeful play at the back from Leicester to roll in an easy fourth and wrap up the points as the clock hit 90. Beto scored twice before half-time to make it 3-0Credit: Reuters More

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      Fans in stitches after spotting where Bournemouth sit injured stars on match-day as crocked players watch Liverpool game

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      FANS were left in stitches after spotting where Bournemouth’s injured stars were sat inside Dean Court this afternoon.A few crocked Cherries stars watched their team-mates lose 2-0 to Premier League leaders Liverpool from a seemingly hidden separate stand.Fans were stitches after spotting where Bournemouth’s injured players were sittingCredit: ReutersSeveral players were spotted looking on from a seemingly makeshift boothBournemouth were without nine players against the Reds on Saturday, with Andoni Iraola still in the midst of an injury crisis.However, Evanilson, Julian Araujo, James Hill, Marcos Senesi and Alex Scott all watched on from inside the Vitality Stadium.But instead of sitting up in the stands behind fans, or in a directors box, the players were spotted looking on from a seemingly makeshift booth.Eayle-eyed viewers saw all five players sitting on old blue furniture in an additional setting area, high behind the corner flag.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe stand looked as though it was makeshift and relatively out of sight.It resembled a balcony seat in a theatre stall.One fan wrote X: “Bournemouth have got so many injured players that they have had to build a temporary stand for them all!”While a second said: “The fact that Bournemouth have a whole booth of injured players and they’re still jugging like this is crazy.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFull-back Araujo sported a grey tracksuit with trainers, while Senesi wore a white hoodie, as everybody looked glumly on.And with reason, too.Liverpool star Cody Gakpo incredibly reveals how close he came to joining Premier League strugglers but left transfer up to fate Liverpool were awarded a controversial penalty after Lewis Cook was deemed to have tripped Cody Gakpo inside 27 minutes.Mo Salah converted the spot-kick – his 20th Prem goal of the season- past Kepa Arrizabalaga after VAR confirmed Darren England’s decision.Sublime Salah then sealed all three points for the visitors after bending one into the top corner in the 75th minute.It was the Egyptian’s 177th Prem goal, going level with sixth-placed Frank Lampard in the all-time top scorers’ charts.It was Bournemouth’s first Prem defeat since Brighton’s 2-1 triumph in November 23.Arne Slot’s men established an ominous nine-point lead over Arsenal at the Premier League summit. More

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      Premier League LIVE SCORES: Salah slots in penalty, Everton score two early goals, Newcastle vs Fulham – LATEST

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      MATCHWEEK 24 of the Premier League is packed full of thrilling ties at both ends of the table.Nottingham Forest THRASHED Brighton 7-0 to kick off the Prem action today.Top of the table Liverpool head to in-form Bournemouth while Newcastle welcome Fulham to St James’ Park.Today’s action is capped off with a blockbuster West Midlands derby between Wolves and Aston Villa.Kick off times: 12.30pm/3pm/5.30pm GMTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…HT from Dan King at the Vitality StadiumThey say that refereeing decisions even themselves out over the course of a season. But in the case of Liverpool and Darren England it has taken more than 16 months. It was England whose gaffe as VAR meant Luis Diaz’s goal at Tottenham was wrongly disallowed for offside. In this game, England has awarded a soft penalty for Lewis Cook’s challenge on Cody Gakpo and VAR did not ask him to think again. Mo Salah now has 20 Premier League goals, the first time he has reached that landmark since 2021/2.Copy linkCopiedHALF TIMEWe’ve reached the midway point in an entertaining Premier League card.Bournemouth 0-1 LiverpoolEverton 3-0 LeicesterIpswich 1-1 SouthamptonNewcastle 1-0 FulhamCopy linkCopied45+2 – GOAL!! EVERTON 3-0 LeicesterA dream first-half at Goodison is capped off with a second for BETO!It’s all so simple again but it was a stunning pass from James Garner which splits the high Leicester line.Beto is clean through and passes it so, so nonchalantly by the keeper and into the bottom corner.The finish looked slow motion there it was passed so coolly. A terrific 45 minutes.Copy linkCopied39 – Newcastle 1-0 FulhamConcern for Newcastle as Bruno Guimaraes goes down after a tackle from Robinson.The physio is on and there was a bit of hush around as concern did grow.Thankfully for them, the Brazilian was able to get to his feet and walk to the side of the park and looks like he’ll continue.Copy linkCopiedPremier League latest scoresGoals in every game now!Bournemouth 0-1 LiverpoolEverton 2-0 LeicesterIpswich 1-1 SouthamptonNewcastle 1-0 FulhamCopy linkCopied37 – GOAL!! NEWCASTLE 1-0 FulhamDeadlock broken at St James’ Park and it’s JACOB MURPHY who puts Newcastle in front!A real sweeping move from inside their own half for the Magpies as Burn picks out Gordon on the Newcastle left.He spins Castagne so, so easily and the full back looks like he’s carrying a fridge on his back chasing him back.Gordon gets to the edge of the area on the left and rolls the ball across the box for Murphy coming in and he sidefoots into the net from 12 yards.Copy linkCopiedFrom Charlie Wyett at Portman RoadLiam Delap has proved what a terrific striker he is going to be. He missed a decent chance after Southampton’s opener but he did not let that affect him. Instead, he took three touches before planting a shot past Aaron Ramsdale and he has now scored nine Premier League goals.Copy linkCopiedSalah penaltyTo clear up any scrutiny which may have arrived from that Salah penalty, Premier League Match Centre tweeted: “The referee’s call of penalty was checked and confirmed by VAR – with the challenge deemed to have been a trip by Cook on Gakpo. The VAR also confirmed Gakpo was onside in the build-up.”Copy linkCopiedUp the chartsBy the way, that Mo Salah goal takes his total Premier League tally to 177.That takes him up to joint-sixth in the standings, alongside Frank Lampard.Copy linkCopied31 – GOAL!! IPSWICH 1-1 SouthamptonHuge goal at the bottom as LIAM DELAP equalises for Ipswich.Where on earth were the Southampton defenders!?Ipswich turn the ball over just inside their own half before a clever pass forward finds Delap all alone, 10 yards inside the Southampton half.He beats a despairing slide from Bednarek before driving into the box and coolly passing beyond Ramsdale.Copy linkCopied29 – GOAL!! Bournemouth 0-1 LIVERPOOLMO SALAH scores his 20th goal of the season.His penalty right into the bottom corner, keeper no chance and the league leaders are moving nine points clear as things stand!Copy linkCopiedPENALTY LIVERPOOLLewis Cook trips Cody Gakpo in the area and the league leaders have the chance top open the scoring from the spot!Copy linkCopiedPremier League latest scoresBournemouth 0-0 LiverpoolEverton 2-0 LeicesterIpswich 0-1 SouthamptonNewcastle 0-0 FulhamCopy linkCopiedFrom Gary Stonehouse at St James’ ParkNewcastle started like a house on fire and if Alexander Isak had connected properly with Jacob Murphy’s early cross it could all have been different here.Amazingly, the Premier League’s most in-form striker instead produced an air-kick before Bruno Guimaraes headed over.Fulham have since weathered the early storm and have looked semi-dangerous on the counter, but we are still waiting for the game’s first shot on target as the clock ticks past the 26 minute mark.Copy linkCopiedFrom Dan King at the Vitality StadiumThey weren’t kidding about the confidence of Bournemouth. They have been at it from kick off. Trent Alexander-Arnold has made two errors leading to shots on goal and Antoine Semenyo has hit the post. Yet Liverpool could have taken the lead through Dominik Szboszlai, only for Kepa to make the best save so far of an open game.Copy linkCopied21 – GOAL!! Ipswich 0-1 SOUTHAMPTONA massive goal near the midway point of the first half and it’s JOE ARIBO for the visitors!But the keep HAS to be doing better!It’s well worked by the Saints down the right and when a low cross is blocked, it spins into the path of Aribo who strikes a volley into the ground and on target.It’s not in the corner and Muric dives and flaffs at it trying to scoop it out, only pushing it into the top corner.Huge goal for Southampton in that battle of the basement sides.Copy linkCopied19 – Bournemouth 0-0 LiverpoolBlisteringly quick start from Bournemouth in this game but Liverpool have just registered their first effort on target there.Gravenberch picks out Gakpo with a switch and he drives towards goal before getting his shot away. Kepa keeps it out comfortably.Copy linkCopied16 – Newcastle 0-0 FulhamNot much happening at St James’ Park in the early stages.But Joachim Andersen was just ensuring that Alexander Isak was going nowhere fast there with a bodycheck which earns him a yellow card.Copy linkCopiedFast startJust the two goals from the one game but it was a rapid start.The BBC saying the Doucoure goal at 10.18s was the fourth-fastest goal in Premier League historyCopy linkCopied6 – GOAL!! EVERTON 2-0 LeicesterThe hosts are flying early doors – BETO with the second already!Remarkable stuff but this Leicester defending would have them struggling in the Championship.Tarkowski under no pressure on halfway is able to pick out a decent ball over the top of a high Foxes line for Beto to run into and inside the area.He has Ndiaye to pick out with a pass for a tap in but goes for goal himself and finds the far bottom corner. Great start for them.Copy linkCopied1 – GOAL!! EVERTON 1-0 LeicesterWe’re already up and running just SECONDS into the game as ABDOULAYE DOUCOURE scores for Everton!Nine seconds it looks like as Jordan Pickford just punts one forward from midway inside the Everton half.It’s aimed towards Beto but neither he nor the defender gets a touch and it’s allowed to bounce into the box where Doucoure runs unchallenged to take a touch a pass beyond the keeper.Incredible start for the Toffees.Copy linkCopiedKICK-OFF!Here we go then, the 3pm games are all up and running!Bournemouth vs LiverpoolEverton vs LeicesterIpswich vs SouthamptonNewcastle vs FulhamCopy linkCopiedHeading outThe teams across the 3pm kick-offs are starting to make their way out in our four games.Plenty of twists and turns to come and four really important games to come….Copy linkCopiedFrom Gary Stonehouse at St James’ ParkWe are seconds away from kick off at St James’ and hopefully we’re in for plenty of goals.The Magpies, winners in seven of their last eight Prem matches, have found the net 22 times during that run.That has them dreaming of a return to Champions League football but opponents Fulham have European hopes also.Copy linkCopiedFrom Dan King at the Vitality StadiumVitality insiders say they have never observed Bournemouth’s players feeling more confident before facing a top-of-the-table team than they are today. And why not? Andoni Iraola’s team have beaten Arsenal, Manchester City and Nottingham Forest here. Liverpool are back to full strength after a second string fell to the third defeat of Arne Slot’s debut season.The Reds have seven full internationals on their bench. If the game is decided by changes, you still fancy them to win. But they will really have their work cut out.Copy linkCopied More

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      Nottingham Forest 7 Brighton 0: Chris Wood hat-trick as hosts destroy sorry Seagulls and boost Champions League hopes

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      CHRIS WOOD walked off with the match ball and the man of the match award but the entire City Ground knew who had been the real star of the show.Never mind three goals for the Kiwi striker – his second Forest hat-trick – Morgan Gibbs-White was the name on everyone’s lips after this record-busting blitz of Brighton.Chris Wood netted an incredible hat-trickCredit: PAThe striker’s goal tally this season is now a whopping 17Credit: PAOnly Mo Salah and Erling Haaland have found the back of the net more than WoodCredit: GettyMorgan Gibbs-White was also amongst the goalsCredit: GettyGibbs-White scored one, made one, won a penalty and had one hell of an all-round afternoon to remember on his 100th game in a Forest shirt.He was frankly unstoppable and it was almost symbolic and fitting when Tariq Lamptey literally wrestled him to the ground for the penalty which completed Wood’s treble.By then it was the only way – bar Jack Hinshelwood’s early yellow card for chopping him down – that the Seagulls could halt his progress.The floodgates opened when Gibbs-White found himself in acres of space down the right and drilled a cross towards the lurking Wood at the far post.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLLewis Dunk stretched out a boot to make sure it never reached the target – and only managed to turn it past keeper Bart Verbruggen and into his own net.Goal number two came when Gibbs-White ran from beyond the penalty spot to beyond the angle of the six yard box and angled a bullet header into the corner off Anthony Elanga’s corner.Brighton were already buckling, and did so even more dramatically when Elanga turned provider to hang one up for Wood, who headed down and into the roof of the net.The wait for VAR confirmation merely delayed the inevitable… but amazingly the floodgates had barely opened.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSNumber four arrived when Elanga slid over a low cross – after some laid-back thigh-juggling from Gibbs-White – and Wood tapped in from close range.And then when Lamptey turned to a wrestling hold to try and shackle Gibbs-White, the Forest striker sent keeper Verbruggen one way while the ball went another.Moment Nottingham Forest fans ‘try to bribe Anthony Taylor’ during VAR check as hilarious footage goes viralNeco Williams was the six-hitter after a goalmouth scramble with Brighton by now in a total mess.And when keeper Verbruggen inexplicably passed straight to Jota Silva – off the bench as Gibbs-White got a well-earned rest – he hammered the ball straight into the back of the net to put Forest in seventh Heaven.Lewis Dunk turned a cross into his own net to open the floodgatesCredit: ReutersNeco Williams scored a smashing sixthCredit: ReutersJota Silva got the final goal in the routCredit: AFP More

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      Tottenham’s desperate transfer scramble sees them approach Chelsea for Axel Disasi after asking Man Utd about Garnacho

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      TOTTENHAM have made a shock approach for Chelsea star Axel Disasi, according to reports.Ange Postecoglou is desperate to bolster his squad with his side on the brink of being pulled into a relegation battle.Axel Disasi has been approached by TottenhamCredit: RexSpurs made a shock move for Alejandro GarnachoCredit: GettyChelsea are supposedly trying to offload Disasi before the transfer window slams shut on Monday night.Reporter Fabrizio Romano claims Spurs have made a late move for the French centre-back.But Tottenham are already behind in the race for his signature as Aston Villa have already agreed personal terms with him.Villa are pushing hard to bring in Disasi after Diego Carlos’ exit and Tyrone Mings’ latest injury blow.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe player will supposedly decide on his future this weekend.Spurs have turned their attention to Disasi after Radu Dragusin joined their lengthy injury list during Thursday night’s 3-0 win over Elfsborg in the Europa League.In their scramble to find another centre-back, they have already been turned down by Fikayo Tomori, who wants to stay at AC Milan.Spurs are also struggling to convince attackers to join after being rejected by Mathys Tel.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe club had agreed a £50millon deal with Bayern Munich for the forward and chief Daniel Levy flew out to Germany to seal the deal.But the 19-year-old star has opted to stay and fight for his place at Bayern. ‘It’ll become so toxic’ – Gary Neville pinpoints exact date he thinks Tottenham will sack Ange PostecoglouSpurs also enquired about Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho, but looks set to remain at Old Trafford. Amid an injury crisis and poor form, Postecoglou is in danger of being sacked.The under-fire boss summed up his frustrations, saying: “Every time I’ve seen the light at the end of the tunnel, it’s usually been an oncoming train.” More

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      Marcus Rashford ‘on brink of Aston Villa loan after agreeing to cover £325k a week wages… and deal could be PERMANENT’

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      MARCUS RASHFORD is on the brink of completing his loan move to Aston Villa, according to reports.The out-of-favour Manchester United forward, 27, is not wanted by Ruben Amorim and has been frozen out since December 12.Marcus Rashford looks on the verge of joining Aston Villa on loanCredit: PAReports on Friday emerged that Villa were keen to take the England international on a temporary deal until the end of the season.And now The Athletic and Fabrizio Romano claim a deal is nearing completion for Rashford to join Unai Emery’s side with the final details being thrashed out.It is stated Villa are covering the majority of Rashford’s whopping £325,000-a-week United wages he gets paid following his five-year contract extension signed in 2023.They are also offering performance-related bonuses. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThat is largely possible due to the fact the Midlands side sold Jhon Duran to Al-Nassr for £64million. The reports also add that there will be an option for Villa to buy Rashford included in the deal – while United may swoop for Mathys Tel if and when the No10’s exit is sealed. Rashford is keen to get his career back on track after a difficult few years under both Erik ten Hag and now Amorim. And the possibility of playing in the Champions League again will undoubtedly appeal. Most read in FootballBest new sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesBarcelona, Borussia Dortmund, Monaco and AC Milan were all linked with the United academy graduate – although the wages proved an issue. But now it appears Rashford will stay put in the Premier League.Inside Marcus Rashford’s demise from one of football’s biggest stars to £60m benchwarmerIronically, Rashford made a blistering start to the Amorim regime with three goals in the Portuguese manager’s first two league matches – against Ipswich and Everton. However, their relationship soured when Amorim was told Rashford had been out on a Friday night – less than 48 hours before the Everton game.He called the forward in for a meeting where he denied the allegations – and they still do not see eye to eye. Rashford then angered Amorim further by publicly revealing he is “ready for a new challenge” away from Old Trafford.To make matters worse, Amorim said he would rather put his 63- year-old goalkeeper coach Jorge Vita on the pitch instead of “a player who doesn’t give the maximum every day”.The player feels he is receiving unfair treatment – and there are thoughts it may be orders from the top.A source told The Sun: “Marcus thinks Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants him out of the club and has basically told head coach Ruben Amorim to get him out.“He might just have met his match with Sir Jim.”Marcus feels like he is being picked on.“In the early days of training under Amorim, he was trying to learn new systems and other players were also struggling — but he was the one who was getting more vocal criticism.“He knows he needs to leave but he’s shocked that no big team has pulled out all the stops to get him.”There’s been interest but financially it’s a complicated deal and that’s put quite a few teams off.“Marcus has been left bewildered by how quickly his relationship with Amorim has disintegrated.”Ex-United stars Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand and Paul Scholes all weighed in on the debate.Ferdinand suggested Rashford could look to sue Amorim for his comments while Rooney and Scholes both laid into the forward.Rooney said: “I went into Carrington on Sunday to take my kids to game day and Marcus Rashford was out on the training pitch with the fitness coach.”But he was right over towards where the parents were walking past for the kids’ games.”I looked at him thinking how embarrassing it must be for him as parents walked past. He’s there and all the parents are walking past him.Marcus has let a lot of people down with his attitude… the sooner he’s gone, the betterPaul Scholes”I was surprised when this started over two years ago, but now I’m not.”I’ve spoken to Marcus a couple of times and I’ve given him my thoughts and feelings that he needs to leave the football club.”Because whatever is going on in his life and at Manchester United, he’s not the same.”For him to have a fresh start, he needs to leave the club.”Scholes added: “I think Marcus has let a lot of people down with his attitude and I think that’s what the manager is trying to say.”You think of the young players coming through the team and think of [Alejandro] Garnacho.”They’re looking up to people like Marcus now and he’s 27, he’s clearly not training properly, he’s not living his life properly. They’re the examples these people should look at.READ MORE SUN STORIES”In a way, he’s saying he doesn’t want to be involved with the team and the fact of letting his teammates down, he should be banished from the dressing room.”If he’s in and around that and young people are seeing that as an example, the sooner he’s gone the better.”Rashford’s relationship with Ruben Amorim appears beyond repairCredit: GettyUnai Emery lost Jhon Duran to Saudi Arabia in a big-money moveCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd sign Arsenal wonderkid as Ruben Amorim makes Ayden Heaven his first signing with ‘substantial’ compensation paid

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have confirmed the signing of Arsenal wonderkid Ayden Heaven. The 18-year-old becomes Ruben Amorim’s first arrival since he took over as manager in November. Ayden Heaven has joined Man Utd from ArsenalCredit: Instagram @manchesterunitedHeaven will immediately join United’s first-team squadCredit: Instagram @manchesterunitedMan Utd have confirmed that Heaven has penned a contract until 2029 and he will be a part of the first-team.On signing for the club, he said: “I am incredibly proud to join Manchester United. “I’m grateful to everyone who helped make this dream a reality.“There is so much that I want to achieve in the game, I’ll be giving everything to continue my development and become the best player that I can be.” READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMan Utd chief Jason Wilcox added: “We are delighted that Ayden has joined Manchester United. “He is already an extremely talented defender who is ready to join our first-team squad in order to maximise his development. “This club has a phenomenal track record of supporting young players and we believe that Ayden is in the perfect place to reach his excellent potential.” SunSport understands Man Utd have paid a “substantial” compensation fee to land Heaven.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe towering centre-back made his senior Arsenal debut in October, coming off the bench against Preston in a Carabao Cup tie.Heaven impressed during the club’s pre-season tour in the US.Inside Marcus Rashford’s demise from one of football’s biggest stars to £60m benchwarmerThe left-footed defender is highly-rated by Mikel Arteta and the club are disappointed to lose him.But with his contract up in the summer, the teen reportedly refused a new deal as he felt his path to the first-team was blocked by the number of senior defenders the Gunners have.Both Barcelona and Eintracht Frankfurt had also made approaches for the England Under-19s international.Heaven follows striker Chido Obi-Martin in switching Arsenal for Man Utd.The 17-year-old hit the headlines last season after scoring ten goals in one game against Liverpool’s Under-16s and then seven versus Norwich.He has continued to be prolific for the Red Devils, netting a hat-trick on his debut against Nottingham Forest. Mikel Arteta handed his his debut earlier this seasonCredit: Reuters More

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      The Marcus Rashford vs Ruben Amorim showdown just days into manager’s reign from which relationship has never recovered

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      MARCUS RASHFORD and Ruben Amorim fell out just days into the Manchester United manager’s reign. Rashford is looking to leave the club before Monday’s transfer deadline, having not played in any of their last 12 games.Ruben Amorim’s relationship with Marcus Rashford is unlikely to recoverCredit: GettyRashford thinks Sir Jim Ratcliffe is behind the push for him to leaveCredit: AlamyThe Sun can exclusively reveal that Amorim’s sour relationship with the England star can be traced back to before his third game in charge against Everton on December 1.Rashford scored twice in a 4-0 win, but he has been named in just one starting line-up since then.A problem came to a head prior to the Everton game when he was accused of going on a night out by Amorim.The pair had a heated conversation and the manager questioned his professionalism.READ MORE ON MAN UTDA source told The Sun: “Marcus got called in by Amorim who said he believed he had breached discipline by going out.“Marcus denied it and was adamant he had done nothing wrong. He asked the manager to show him the proof he’d been out and said something along the lines of, ‘Are you calling me a liar?’“Their relationship has never recovered, and it’s hard to see how it ever will now.”It is not the first time partying has been an issue, as last year previous boss Erik ten Hag fined him two weeks’ wages for calling in sick to training after a booze-fuelled bender in Belfast.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSRashford featured briefly in the next three games after the Everton win before being dropped from the squad for the trip to Manchester City and he has not played since.Amorim explained his decision to leave him out, citing his “performance in training, the way you eat, the way you push your team-mates”.Amorim fires extraordinary blast at Rashford and says he’d rather put 63-YEAR-OLD coach on Man Utd bench ahead of himTwo days later, Rashford caught United off guard with a bombshell interview in which he claimed he was “ready for a new challenge”.The player feels he has been treated unfairly by Amorim on orders from owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who wants his staggering £325,000-a-week wages off the books.A source told The Sun: “Marcus thinks Sir Jim wants him out of the club and has basically told head coach Ruben Amorim to get him out.“He might just have met his match with Sir Jim.”Marcus feels like he is being picked on.“In the early days of training under Amorim, he was trying to learn new systems and other players were also struggling — but he was the one who was getting more vocal criticism.“He knows he needs to leave but he’s shocked that no big team has pulled out all the stops to get him. “There’s been interest but financially it’s a complicated deal and that’s put quite a few teams off.“Marcus has been left bewildered by how quickly his relationship with Amorim has disintegrated.”When asked about his Rashford’s exile last week, the Portuguese boss said he would rather put his 63- year-old goalkeeper coach Jorge Vita on the pitch instead of “a player who doesn’t give the maximum every day”.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt leaves the forward desperately searching for a new club and Aston Villa could reportedly make a late loan offer.Moves to Borussia Dortmund, AC Milan and Barcelona have already collapsed due to his £325,000 weekly wage packet proving a stumbling block. More