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      Duncan Ferguson LEAVES vegan club Forest Green after relegation as fans joke ‘bet he’s eating a sausage roll right now’

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      DUNCAN FERGUSON has left Forest Green Rovers just six months after taking charge after a disagreement over the direction the club were taking.SunSport understands the Everton legend was unhappy with their new sporting structure with director of football Allan Steele being appointed last month following the team’s relegation from League One.
      Duncan Ferguson has left Forest GreenCredit: PA
      Rovers had already signed three new players during the transfer window but Ferguson had a different vision in terms of how he believes the club should move forward.
      Ferguson took charge with the Gloucestershire side rock bottom in January and only managed one win in 18 as the team crashed straight back down into the fourth tier.
      The former Scotland ace had signed a five-year deal and spoke enthusiastically about the club’s rebuilding plans following their relegation.
      But owner Dale Vince has decided to part company with his boss after it was clear Ferguson was unhappy with the club’s direction of travel.

      Vince insists the decision to part company was amicable and said: “It’s been a privilege to work with Dunc these last few months and this was a very difficult decision to make.
      “I’m grateful to Dunc for joining us in such difficult circumstances and for all of his hard work at the club.
      “But I feel this is overall the right decision for everyone and I wish Dunc well in his next coaching role.
      “We are parting as friends. You can’t ask for much more than that.”
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      Ferguson had joined the Everton coaching staff in 2014 and twice acted as caretaker-boss before leaving the club last summer but struggled in his first managerial job.
      And fans were quick to see the funny side after Bic Dunc left, as they concluded he was never likely to see eye to eye with owner Vince.
      One tweeted: “The moment I saw a pic of Big Dunc and the Forest Green owner with painted finger nails, I knew it wasn’t gonna last long.”
      Others believed Ferguson would have been unable to adapt to the club’s vegan diet.
      One tweet read: “He’s going to clean out every Greggs meat sausage roll in Gloucestershire.”
      Another wrote: “Bet he’s eating a sausage roll right now.”
      And a third tweet read: “Fair he couldn’t take anymore pretending to be a vegan.”
      Forest Green Rovers manager Duncan Ferguson scoffed a vegan croissant from a local baker when he joined the club, but fans never felt he was comfortable with the dietCredit: Twitter / @FGRFC_Official More

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      Scott McTominay lined up for shock Premier League transfer switch to Man Utd rivals in move that would help Chelsea

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      SCOTT MCTOMINAY is reportedly being targeted by TWO clubs this summer – including a Premier League side.The Scotland international’s future with Manchester United is up in the air as Erik ten Hag is plotting a major shake-up of his squad.
      Scott McTominay’s long-term Manchester United future is up in the airCredit: GETTY
      The Scotland international is on the radar of Roma and BrightonCredit: ALAMY
      And the midfielder is said to be being eyed up by Italian giants Roma and last season’s surprise Premier League package Brighton.
      That’s according to CBS, who claim the midfielder could potentially look to depart Old Trafford in the coming weeks to secure more playing time.
      It’s claimed that former Red Devils boss Jose Mourinho is “tracking the situation with McTominay.”
      Brighton are said to have earmarked the 26-year-old as a potential replacement for Moises Caicedo, who is a target for Chelsea.
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      It’s unknown if Ten Hag will allow the Scot to leave the Theatre of Dreams.
      The Dutchman is said to rate McTominay very highly, although it’s claimed he could potentially deem him to be “surplus to requirements” if the right offer comes in.
      McTominay made 39 appearances in all competitions in Ten Hag’s maiden campaign at the Old Trafford helm, scoring three goals and providing one assist.
      United academy graduate McTominay has thoroughly enjoyed playing under the former Ajax gaffer, saying: “Obviously, the transition in terms of his style is very, very different to some other coaches.
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      “But, as I say, that’s football.
      “He’s always having you thinking, and having you think about new ideas and stuff like that.
      “It’s good, that’s the best way to be with football.
      “Open-minded and going into every game, if he asks you to do something, you do it to the best of your abilities and you try to learn it as best as you can.
      “I think, for me, it’s great. I love it.” More

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      I went back to a Premier League star’s home after night out – he put on his highlights video while I sat next to Lingard

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      A WOMAN has claimed a Premier League star showed her his highlights video when she went back to his house after a night out.The woman said she was sharing a sofa with Nottingham Forest players Jonjo Shelvey and Chris Wood before Jesse Lingard also arrived.
      The woman made the claim on her dating app profileCredit: Twitter/@toonarmy_com
      She tweeted a picture of Shelvey’s highlights being played at the houseCredit: Twitter/@toonarmy_com
      The woman posted a short video of Shelvey and Wood on the sofa with herCredit: Twitter/@toonarmy_com
      She also tweeted a brief video of Lingard arrivingCredit: Twitter/@toonarmy_com
      She made the claim on a dating app profile, responding to the prompt: “Most spontaneous thing I’ve done.”
      The woman, who is posing in an Arsenal shirt in one of her pictures, wrote: “Go back to Jonjo Shelvey’s with Lingard and Chris Wood while he proceeds to put his own football clips on.”
      Social media users quickly wrote of their disbelief over the claim, with one writing: “Absolutely didn’t happen of the year award”
      But the woman responded to the tweet by writing “absolutely did happen fc” before posting a short video of herself sitting either side of Shelvey and Wood as proof.
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      The brief clip appears to show Wood staring at the TV, while Shelvey is seen texting on his phone.
      In another picture, the trio are seen watching a highlights compilation of Shelvey’s on YouTube named: “Jonjo Shelvey – The Playmaker (Skills & Goals Newcastle United).”
      She wrote on the picture: “He’s put hus [sic] clips in [sic].”
      The woman also tweeted short video of Lingard arriving at the house, wearing a hoodie and shaking Shelvey’s leg.
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      The initial clip of Wood and Shelvey has now been viewed more than 450,000 times, while a further 100,000 have watched the brief video of Lingard.
      It is unknown when the videos and pictures were taken by the woman.
      Shelvey, 31, signed for Nottingham Forest in January after making 202 appearance for Newcastle United.
      The midfielder, who has six caps for England, got married to Daisy Evans in 2015.
      He revealed earlier this year that he offered John Legend around £50,000 to perform at his wedding, but the US singer turned it down.
      His wife Daisy shot to stardom as part of S Club Eight alongside Rochelle Humes and Frankie Bridge in 2001.
      Kiwi striker Wood also signed for Forest from Newcastle in January after the clubs agreed a £15million fee.
      Lingard was released by Forest last month and is yet to find a new club.
      He had spent 22 years as Manchester United before leaving as a free agent last year.
      The midfielder signed a one-year deal worth up to £150,000-a-week with Nottingham Forest last summer.
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      But he was limited to just 20 appearances during the 2022-23 campaign.
      A representative of Shelvey said they would not be commenting on the videos.
      Wood was also included within the brief videoCredit: Twitter/@toonarmy_com
      Shelvey in action for Forest against TottenhamCredit: Rex
      Ex-Forest midfielder Lingard is currently without a clubCredit: Getty
      Wood signed for Forest for a £15m fee in JanuaryCredit: PA More

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      Callum Hudson-Odoi set to QUIT Chelsea after club’s huge transfer overhaul under Pochettino

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      CALLUM HUDSON-ODOI wants to leave Chelsea, according to reports.The Athletic claims that, despite reporting for training for the first day of pre-season under Mauricio Pochettino, the winger is not expected to be with the Blues for much longer.
      Callum Hudson-Odoi is set to leave ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Hudson-Odoi, 22, spent last season on loan at Bayer Leverkusen and Chelsea are said to be prepared to listen to offers for him.
      Nottingham Forest, AC Milan and near-neighbours Fulham are said to be among the clubs interested in the England star.
      Hudson-Odoi broke into the team towards the end of Antonio Conte’s spell in charge in 2017.
      And he showed huge potential under Conte’s successors Maurizio Sarri and Frank Lampard.
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      He was then moved to wing-back under Thomas Tuchel, where he initially showed promise.
      But in 2021 he was subbed on at half time of a 1-0 loss to Southampton, then later subbed off again.

      After the match, Tuchel said: “I was not happy with his attitude, energy and counter-pressing.
      “I took him off and we demand 100%, I feel he is not in the right shape to help us.
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      “It was a hard decision but tomorrow it is forgotten.”
      Later that year, Tuchel questioned Hudson-Odoi’s attitude when he chose not to play for England U21 after previously being called up to the senior team.
      The England international, who has been courted by Ghana, had an underwhelming loan with Leverkusen.
      He played 22 matches in total, scoring just once with a deflected goal against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League. More

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      Mason Greenwood’s three options for his future revealed – and why mooted loan for Man Utd striker could prove difficult

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      THREE options facing Mason Greenwood have been revealed as a decision on the suspended Manchester United striker’s future looms.The England international has been linked with a transfer to Italy, but new doubts about a move to Serie A have now emerged.
      Suspended Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood faces three future optionsCredit: Getty
      Premier League giants United are expected to rule this month on whether to restore the 21-year-old forward to manager Erik ten Hag’s squad.
      His three options are staying with the Red Devils, moving to another English club or elsewhere in Europe perhaps on loan.
      Yet new uncertainty has been raised about whether he would be welcomed in Serie A despite rumoured interest from various Italian clubs.
      Greenwood was exiled from the Old Trafford club after being charged with sexual offences and violence against a woman after troubling images were posted online in January last year.
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      He was later charged with attempted rape, assault and controlling and coercive behaviour, but the CPS dropped its case in February.
      The £75,000-a-week star has been suspended on full pay but has been undergoing private one-to-one coaching sessions at an £85-an-hour public pitch.
      The Sun revealed on Saturday former United boss Jose Mourinho had telephoned Greenwood to sound him out about a loan move to Italian Serie A side Roma.
      A source said: “Jose rang Mason’s dad and also spoke with Mason. He told him the best way out of his current situation is to start playing football — and that eventually all the hassle will fade away.
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      “Mason was pleased that he got in touch and it has lifted his spirits.
      “He wants to get back playing and is just waiting for United to tell him what the future holds.”
      Former Red Devils defender Chris Smalling — who played with Greenwood — left Old Trafford for Roma on loan in 2019.
      United are said to have had contact with other Italian teams Juventus, AC Milan and Inter Milan about potential moves.
      Yet doubts have now emerged over a move to Italy, with suggestions there could be a backlash despite Greenwood being cleared of all charges, according to The Athletic.
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      The league has dedicated a matchday to the issue in each of the past six seasons.
      High-profile names who have spoken out in support include Luciano Spalletti who managed Napoli to last season’s league title and Italian World Cup winners Alessandro Del Piero and Marco Materazzi.
      Members of Manchester United Women’s team have reportedly raised concerns about the prospect of Greenwood returning to the training ground.
      Yet ten Hag has appeared to suggest he would be prepared to welcome Greenwood back into the fold.
      Greenwood is set to become a dad later this month, with his partner, enjoying a baby shower with pals last weekend.
      She posed in front of a flower backdrop and was spotted hugging various friends.
      She also flashed a beaming smile while cradling her bump in front of a balloon arch.
      The couple were previously spotted at the five-star Langham Hotel in central London.
      Greenwood was given his England debut by manager Gareth Southgate as a late substitute against Iceland in September 2020, though has not played for his country since.
      Two days after the Iceland game he and Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden were withdrawn from the squad for breaching Covid guidelines by leaving the part of the hotel where they were staying.
      New photos have shown how the striker has discarded his long wavy hair in favour of a crew cut.
      A source said: “Mason hasn’t really been out for a good few months so he hasn’t really had to bother too much with his personal appearance.
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      “But getting a new trim is another indication that he is going to be playing football somewhere next season.”
      Bradford-born Greenwood has scored 35 goals in 129 appearances for Manchester United, having joined the club as a six-year-old.
      Greenwood has not played for the Red Devils since January 2022Credit: AFP
      The Crown Prosecution Service dropped all charges against Greenwood last FebruaryCredit: AFP
      Greenwood has been taking private coaching sessions while awaiting a club decision
      A reunion with ex-United manager Jose Mourinho, now at Roma, has been mootedCredit: Getty – Contributor More

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      Ten Hag ‘introduced Man Utd stars to 83 PRINCIPLES’ when he arrived as it’s revealed what sold Mason Mount on transfer

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      ERIK TEN HAG laid down the law early to his Man Utd stars after taking over at Old Trafford in summer 2022.Though they’d have had to have been at their most attentive to absorb his reported EIGHTY-THREE principles on how to play the game.
      Erik ten Hag reportedly has 83 principles on how to play footballCredit: Getty
      Mason Mount is set to join Man Utd from ChelseaCredit: Reuters
      Mason Mount, who is set to arrive at Old Trafford from Chelsea imminently, is believed to fit perfectly into the Dutchman’s system.
      Mount, in turn, was said to be hugely impressed by Ten Hag’s eye for detail, as he snubbed new Blues boss Mauricio Pochettino to choose a move up North.
      Sky Sports journalist Melissa Reddy tweeted: “Erik ten Hag introduced 83 principles when he arrived at Manchester United.
      “Many explained what to do without the ball: Mason Mount ticks all the core traits he seeks, while being comfortable as a creator.
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      “Midfielder wowed by EtH’s level of detail on his game + appreciation of it”
      Man Utd have agreed a fee of £55m rising to a potential £60m to sign Mount from Chelsea.
      The Blues would ordinarily ask for a far higher fee for a talent like Mount, but their hand was forced by the England star having a year left on his contract.
      Mount had previously hoped to follow John Terry and spend his entire career in West London.
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      However, he was in and out of the team under Graham Potter and Frank Lampard.
      And that led to the Blues failing to agree a new deal with the midfielder. More

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      Arsenal ‘already preparing transfer for £50m Premier League midfielder’ after landing Declan Rice

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      ARSENAL could take their summer spending to upwards of £200million with a move for another Premier League midfielder.Last season’s Premier League runners-up are on the verge of signing West Ham skipper Declan Rice for a club-record fee of £105million.
      Arsenal are on the verge of signing Declan Rice from West HamCredit: REUTERS
      The Gunners recently completed the £65million signing of Kai Havertz from ChelseaCredit: GETTY
      Mikel Arteta is reportedly eyeing a swoop for Southampton ace Romeo LaviaCredit: GETTY
      Rice’s imminent Emirates arrival will take the Gunners’ summer spending to a staggering £170m, which was kicked off with the £65m signing of Kai Havertz.
      But they’re reportedly set to take their splurge well over the £200m mark with a move for Southampton midfielder Romeo Lavia.
      That’s according to The Times, who claim the North Londoners are weighing up a bid for the 19-year-old.
      But the Gunners will have to delve deep into their pockets to sign the Belgium international – who caught the eye of several clubs last season.
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      Southampton – despite being in desperate need of cash following their relegation to the Championship – are demanding a minimum of £50m for Lavia’s services.
      Arsenal will reportedly face competition from Prem rivals Chelsea and Liverpool, the latter of whom are said to be preparing to table a bid in the region of £40m.

      Gunners chief Arteta will be hoping the addition of Havertz and Rice will help Arsenal end their 20-year wait for Premier League glory.
      Arsenal surrendered the league to Manchester City by squandering a NINE POINT lead during a disastrous three-week period in April.
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      But Arteta is confident his troops can go one better next season, telling Marca: “That is our ambition.
      “We know the difficulty, it is the best league in the world and next season is going to be the most difficult league in history.
      “Why? Last year it already was. I’ve been here for 22 years and I’ve never seen a competitive level like that.
      “So much quality, so much organization, so many resources, such good coaches.
      “And now [Mauricio] Pochettino and [Andoni] Iraola have arrived.
      “The level is that and to win the Premier you must be the best. That is why we have to strengthen.” More

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      England U21 and Premier League star forced to fly home from Euros camp just 24 hours before semi-final against Israel

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      JACOB RAMSEY is flying home today from England’s Under-21s Euros camp due to injury amid fears he may miss the start of the season. The Aston Villa star, 22, damaged his ankle in Sunday’s 1-0 quarter-final victory over Portugal and left the game on crutches.
      Jacob Ramsey celebrates after scoring against the Czech Republic in England’s group stage clashCredit: EPA
      He will receive further assessment back in England and may even require surgery. 
      He now faces a race against time to prove his fitness before Villa’s season-opener at Newcastle on August 12.
      Lee Carsley’s Young Lions take on Israel on Wednesday in the semi-final, having already beaten them 2-0 in their flawless group stage.
      Carsley has a defensive headache with full-backs Max Aarons and Ben Johnson both suspended due to picking up too many bookings.
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      England are just two games away from glory at the Under-21 tournament which would be their first success at this age group since 1984.
      England won the tournament previous to that in 1980 but success since then has eluded the Young Lions.
      Not only do Carsley’s men have a 100 per cent winning record at the tournament but are yet to concede a goal.
      It is the side’s best performance at the tournament since 2017 when they finished in third place under former manager Aidy Boothroyd.
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      Carlsley took over from Boothroyd in 2021 and has succeeded in building a strong side full of Premier League experience – including the likes of Emile Smith Rowe, Anthony Gordon and Levi Colwill.
      British viewers have been unable to watch the tournament on TV so far due to no broadcaster picking up the rights to televise England games.
      England’s semi-final against Israel will be available to watch on Uefa’s official website. More