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      Harry Maguire’s Mykonos retrial date revealed in potential blow to transfer away from Man Utd

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      HARRY MAGUIRE’S retrial date has been set for February 7 in Greece, nearly three years after convictions of assault and attempted bribery were quashed.The Manchester United captain, 30, was arrested while on a family holiday in Mykonos in August 2020.
      Harry Maguire was found guilty three years ago but appealed and saw the charges quasedCredit: AP
      Maguire has been linked with a move away from Manchester United this summerCredit: Getty
      He was initially found guilty of assaulting police, resisting arrest and attempted bribery and punished with a suspended jail sentence of 21 months and 10 days.
      Maguire’s brother, Joe, and friend, Christopher Sharman, were also handed suspended sentences of 13 months.
      The England international swiftly appealed and saw the conviction quashed.
      That meant a retrial would automatically be heard at a higher court.
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      The retrial was first postponed due to the Covid pandemic.
      It was then due to take place earlier this month, before Maguire’s legal team requested it be pushed back.
      If found guilty, he will not be able to receive a more severe punishment than his original sentence.
      And while Maguire is not expected to attend the trial in person, it is not an ideal position for the ex-Leicester man to be in as he heads off on his summer break.
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      After starting England’s two Euro 2024 qualification wins, he will now enjoy some downtime.
      But he will continue to be linked with a move away from Old Trafford – four years on from his £80million arrival.
      Tottenham, Aston Villa and West Ham have all been mooted as potential destinations for the centre-back.
      However, fans may be concerned about his new court date being right in the middle of next season. More

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      Adidas ‘STOP sale of Arsenal’s new home kit after fans spot embarrassing blunder in the Invincibles detail’

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      ADIDAS have reportedly stopped selling Arsenal’s new home kit after fans spotted a blunder in its design.The kit manufacturer is claimed to have made an embarrassing blunder on the authentic version of the home shirt for the next Premier League season.
      Arsenal released the new home shirt that was made by Adidas in MayCredit: Getty
      But fans have spotted an error in the design of the authentic versionCredit: https://twitter.com/afcstuff
      Arsenal released their new stunning kit back in May and it was revealed that there would be a hidden nod to the Invincibles from the Premier League 2003-04 campaign.
      This was the year that under Arsene Wenger the Gunners managed to win the league title without losing a single league game.
      And the new shirt was set to pay homage to that achievement 20 years on with stitching on the white trim on the side.
      The record of 26 wins and 12 draws was supposed to have been stitched into the side of the jersey in the order of each result.
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      However eagle-eyed fans have spotted that there has been an issue in the design.
      This is because they think that only 32 of the 38 league results have been featured on the shirt.
      The last four games of the season draws against Portsmouth and Birmingham as well as two wins from the six-game winning run have been missed off.
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      One fan wrote: “Both of mine only have 32. Bit confusing why they have done this. Surely must be an error by @adidasfootball and @Arsenal.”
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      A second noted: “£110 for that kit should be spot on it’s beyond a joke how they have got it wrong.”
      A third said: “Pretty disappointing but put it this way. If they reproduce (highly doubt it) to show all 38, then the ‘32 fixture’ shirt will be a rarity and collectible!”
      The shirt has since not been available to buy from Adidas or Arsenal via their websites.
      On the Arsenal site the item the shirt appears to be to say that stock is “coming soon”.
      Whereas on the Adidas site, there is only the option to buy the standard version and not the authentic one.
      Arsenal confirmed a design error with the shirt as they reached out to fans waiting for their new shirts.
      In an email seen by SunSport, the club wrote: “We’ve become aware of a design error with the current 23/24 Authentic Home Shirt. Consequently, we’re unfortunately unable to fulfill your order at this time.
      “We apologise for any inconvenience this has caused and will be cancelling and refunding your order in full.
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      “We are currently reviewing when the new 23/24 Authentic Home Shirts will be available, but in the meantime please see our 23/24 Replica Home Shirts which are available now and ready to ship.”
      SunSport have contacted Adidas for comment. More

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      Man City legend Yaya Toure lands new job in management after leaving role within Tottenham academy

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      MANCHESTER CITY legend Yaya Toure has landed a new job in management after leaving Tottenham Hotspur’s academy.The former City midfielder ended his playing career in 2020 before moving into coaching.
      Yaya Toure has landed a new job in managementCredit: Getty
      Following assistant managerial roles in Ukraine and Russia, he joined Spurs’ academy in August last year.
      However, he has now left to take on a new role in Belgium.
      Toure has joined the coaching staff at Standard Liege and will assist manager Carl Hoefkens, the club confirmed on Tuesday.
      The 40-year-old has playing experience in Belgium, having spent three years with Beveren after moving to Europe in 2001.
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      Former Stoke City defender Hoefkens was only appointed by the Pro League side over the weekend but has now added Toure to his backroom team.
      The move sees Toure take another step towards his dream of becoming a manager.
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      He previously rejected an approach from Wigan Athletic to take charge back in November.
      Instead, his older brother Kolo was appointed Latics boss, but lasted just nine winless matches at the helm before being sacked.
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      Steven Gerrard reveals he has REJECTED management offer as Liverpool legend looks for new job after Villa axe

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      STEVEN GERRARD last night confirmed he has rejected an offer to become a manager in the Saudi Pro League.The Liverpool legend has been out of a job since being sacked by Aston Villa in October of last year after just 11 months in charge.
      Steven Gerrard looked set to join Al-EttifaqCredit: Getty
      Villa had been on a dismal run under Gerrard’s stewardship, winning just two of their opening 12 Premier League games.
      But speaking to Channel 4 while on punditry duty for England’s European qualifier against North Macedonia, Gerrard said he is waiting for the right role before he returns to management.
      He said: “I was invited over there [Saudi Arabia] to look at a potential offer, which I did.
      “But, as we stand right now, I won’t be taking that offer up.”
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      The former Rangers manager looked close to sealing a deal to manage Saudi side Al-Ettifaq when he was pictured at their training ground last week.
      Gerrard would have been following in the footsteps of a number of stars that have joined the Saudi league this summer.
      Karim Benzema became the first major player to emulate former Real Madrid strike partner Cristiano Ronaldo when he joined the Saudi League this summer.
      Benzema joined Al-Ittihad on a contract thought to be worth £342million and the life changing sums of money being offered by Saudi clubs do not look set to stop any time soon.
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      Reuben Neves is the latest Premier League player that looks set to join the league as Al-Hilal and Wolves agreed a £47m fee.
      Chelsea also look set to continue their summer clearout with Edouard Mendy, Kalidou Koulibaly and Hakim Ziyech all looking set to swap West London for Saudi Arabia.
      But the appointment of Gerrard would have represented a change in tack for the Saudi League.
      Gerrard would have been the first high-profile manager to join the list of high-profle players in Saudi Arabia this summer.
      As it stands, former Wolves and Tottenham manager Nuno Esperito Santo is one of the only recognisable managers currently in the Saudi Pro-League.
      Esperito Santo manages Al-Ittihad and looks set to manage Karim Benzema, N’golo Kante and Hakim Ziyech next season. More

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      Graeme Souness breaks down in tears and reveals huge Sir Alex Ferguson donation for charity English Channel swim

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      GRAEME SOUNESS broke down in tears revealing Sir Alex Ferguson made a huge donation to his charity English Channel swim.The Liverpool legend raised over £1million swimming across the English Channel on Sunday.
      Graeme Souness broke down in tears as he revealed Sir Alex Ferguson’s donationCredit: TALKSPORT
      Sir Alex Ferguson made a generous donationCredit: Alamy
      Souness completed the feat in aid of Debra, a charity supporting those suffering from the rare skin disease Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB).
      The condition causes the skin to blister and causes those affected to suffer a great deal of pain.
      He had been inspired to attempt the 21-mile swim after meeting 14-year-old Isla Grist, who suffers from EB.
      An emotional Souness revealed Ferguson’s touching donation on Tuesday.
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      He told talkSPORT: “I hope I don’t embarrass him by saying this, but Alex Ferguson donated £20,000 after he quizzed me on it for half an hour.
      “He’s got a heart of gold, that man. You have to search for it, but it’s there!”
      Souness successfully completed the challenge in 12 hours and 17 minutes alongside five friends, which included Isla’s dad Andy.
      The 70-year-old is already looking to raise more money for Debra by completing another challenge.
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      He added: “The North Pole, something around the Atlantic, something like that. I’m in this now, I’m in this for the long-haul.”
      Souness’ charity haul comes after he left Sky Sports at the end of the season, having appeared as a pundit for the broadcaster for 15 years. More

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      Wrexham line up stunning transfer for forgotten ex-Man Utd star signed by Sir Alex Ferguson

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      WREXHAM are lining up a move for former Manchester United wonderkid Nick Powell.Powell, 29, made headlines when Sir Alex Ferguson signed the midfielder from Crewe Alexandra for £6million 11 years ago.
      Nick Powell was a promising youth prospect at Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty – Contributor
      He was one of Stocke City’s top earnersCredit: Getty
      Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney are planning some ambitious moves for Wrexham ahead of the upcoming seasonCredit: PA
      The midfielder was seen as one of the most gifted English players of his generation when he signed for United – and comparisons were made with Paul Scholes.
      He made six appearances for Ferguson’s side during his final season in charge at Old Trafford during a promising start to Powell’s career with the Red Devils.
      But his time at United post-Fergie was less fruitful with the midfielder farmed out on loan to Wigan, Leicester City and Hull.
      He would go on to make just three more appearances for United before he joined Wigan on a permanent transfer in 2016.
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      The midfielder established himself as a mainstay of the Latics midfield and starred as the club were promoted to the Championship in 2019.
      From there he was snapped up by Stoke City as one of the club’s top-earners on £16,000-a-week.
      He made 119 appearances for the Potters, scoring 28 goals and assisting 10 times before being released this summer.
      And Hollywood-backed Wrexham, who are owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney are reportedly looking at snapping up Powell as a free agent.
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      Having played in the Championship this season, Powell would represent a statement signing for the Welsh club who have just been promoted to League Two.
      According to The Mirror, Wrexham would not be able to offer “anything like” the wages Powell earned at Stoke City.
      But, Wrexham have paid for stars who have been playing at a higher level than the Red Dragons’ before.
      Reynolds’ and McElhenney were able to persuade star striker Paul Mullin to drop out of the football league and join their project in 2021 which was seen as a statement move.
      Signing Powell could be seen as sending a serious message to Wrexham’s League Two rivals next year. More

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      Everton identify Jordan Pickford replacement with cut price transfer clause as Man Utd opt to replace De Gea

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      EVERTON are eyeing a move for Crystal Palace keeper Sam Johnstone – as they fear losing Jordan Pickford to Manchester United.Erik ten Hag is ready to make a move for Pickford to replace outgoing No 1 David De Gea.
      Pickford has emerged as a priority for Ten Hag this summerCredit: Rex
      De Gea is United’s top earner on £375,000-a-week and it is unlikely the club will renew the Spaniard’s contract unless it is on reduced terms.
      The club have looked at a number of options prior to identifying Pickford as a priority transfer, including Inter Milan’s Andre Onana and Porto’s Diogo Costa.
      If United were to sign Pickford, Everton would attempt to land Johnstone, 30, who was on the bench for England in Monday night’s 7-0 thrashing of North Macedonia.
      Preston-born Johnstone, who has three England caps and was in Gareth Southgate’s Euro 2020 squad, joined the Eagles in a free transfer from West Brom last summer.
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      The Manchester United youth product worked his way into the first team after Roy Hodgson’s arrival as boss, playing the last nine Prem games.
      Johnstone, who has three years left on his Selhurst Park deal, is understood to have a £10m release clause which Everton could move to activate if Pickford does leave.
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      And while the keeper is settled in London, his family ties with the north west would make a move to Merseyside easier.
      United are looking to strengthen in a number of key positions this summer.
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      A new goalkeeper, striker and central midfielder are all priorities ahead of Ten Hag’s second season at the club.
      United had hoped to sign Harry Kane this summer but Daniel Levy is unwilling to sell his star man to another English club. More

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      Premier League star cancels honeymoon to join up with France squad… and plays ZERO minutes

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      ASTON VILLA star Boubacar Kamara cut short his honeymoon to join up with the France squad only to not play.The defensive midfielder was a late call-up to the Les Bleus team after Adrien Rabiot withdrew injured.
      Boubacar Kamara was left on the bench in both gamesCredit: Getty
      He and wife Coralie Porrovecchio could their holiday shortCredit: Instagram/@porrovecchiocoralie
      Boubacar Kamara recently married CoralieCredit: Instagram @porrovecchiocoralie
      France played Euro 2024 qualifiers versus Gibraltar and Greece, which they won 3-0 and 1-0.
      However, it was disaster for Kamara, who was an unused substitute in both matches.
      His wife Coralie Porrovecchio posted snaps on their way to their dream getaway.
      But when the ex-Marseille man left for international football, she wrote: “Holiday is over.”
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      In a later post she said: “I am not sure whether to laugh or cry.”
      Fans have slammed manager’s Didier Deschamps decision, one said: “I’m sorry how can you do this to someone, you’re their manager. How can you treat one of your players like this?”
      Another added on Kamara: “He deserves better.”
      A third reacted: “What a joke.”
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      Kamara has been capped three times by France before.
      He played 26 times in his debut season as Aston Villa, helping the side qualify for Conference League.
      Boubacar Kamara plays for Aston VillaCredit: Instagram/@porrovecchiocoralie
      Coralie said: “I am not sure whether to laugh or cry”Credit: Instagram/@porrovecchiocoralie More