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      ‘And it begins’ – Liverpool fans want to pay £200million for Florian Wirtz after spotting what he did to Bruno Fernandes

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      LIVERPOOL fans want to pay £200MILLION for Florian Wirtz after spotting what he did to Bruno Fernandes.The Bayer Leverkusen star is a top target for the champions this summer after transforming into one of Europe’s premier playmakers.Liverpool fans want a £200m transfer for Florian Wirtz after he battled Bruno FernandesCredit: ReutersThe Reds target left his mark on the Man Utd captain in Germany’s loss to PortugalCredit: AFPLiverpool have already failed with a £110m bid for the 2024 Bundesliga title winner.Leverkusen are thought to want £126m — which would make Wirtz the most expensive player in British football history.But giddy Reds fans are prepared to bring him in for as much as £200m.That’s after being blown away by his actions in last night’s Nations League semi-final between Germany and Portugal.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWirtz opened the scoring in the crunch clash before Cristiano Ronaldo inspired his side to a 2-1 victory.However, a collision with Manchester United captain Fernandes got plenty of Liverpool fans off their seats.Both men challenge for a loose ball, with Fernandes going to ground as he slid along the turf.Yet with each star stretching out a leg, Wirtz ended up raking the Red Devils skipper along the side of his ankle.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThis delighted many Liverpool supporters, who urged Arne Slot to do whatever it takes to bring Wirtz to Anfield.One said: “And it begins.”Bruno Fernandes reveals role his wife played in £200m Al-Hilal transfer snub even though Man Utd were ready to cash inAnother declared: “Oh Florian that’s f****** filthy. Give them 200 million.”One noted: “£500k a week, he’s earned it.”Another added: “I love him already.” More

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      Liverpool ready to pay full £126million asking price for Florian Wirtz to avoid drawn-out transfer saga

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      LIVERPOOL are preparing to pay the full £126million asking price to capture Florian Wirtz as soon as possible.The Bayern Leverkusen playmaker is understood to have agreed a five–year deal.Liverpool are ready to stump up the full £126m for Florian WirtzCredit: GettyAlthough the clubs have yet to agree a final fee.But boss Arne Slot wants to avoid a drawn–out saga.His club first offered £110m then went back with an improved offer.Now Anfield’s chief executive of football Michael Edwards has been given permission by owners Fenway Sports Group to go all–in.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThere is growing Kop optimism that the 22-year-old will put pen to paper after the end of the international break on Sunday.Wirtz featured in Germany’s Nations League semi-final defeat to Portugal.He opened the scoring at the Allianz Arena with a well-taken header just after half-time.But Francisco Conceicao and Cristiano Ronaldo struck within five minutes to turn the semi-final around.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSJulian Nagelsmann’s side will now face either France or Spain who play tonight in Sunday’s third-fourth play-off.After that, Wirtz will be free to have a medical.The Sports Desk EP13_AP_V2And, as is now all but certain, become the showpiece signing of Slot’s squad summer splurge with £29m Leverkusen team-mate Jeremie Frimpong already on board.Liverpool had been prepared to go to £120m including add-ons for Wirtz.But they now accept the Bundesliga club will not back down on their original valuation.They are hoping all negotiations can now be completed by the weekend and that Wirtz will be signed and sealed before heading out on holiday in readiness to join his new club for pre-season training which starts early next month.The attacker’s number at Anfield remains unclear.Reports suggested he wanted to take the No10 off Alexis Mac Allister – but he quashed those suggestions with an Instagram post.Wirtz, who wears No10 for Leverkusen but No17 for Germany, wrote: “Who says I want the 10 [emoji].”I respect players.Read More on The Sun”Don’t believe everything that’s written,” followed by a clown emoji.Elsewhere, Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez is also expected to sign next week for £45m – taking the Anfield spend to £200m.Wirtz opened the scoring for Germany in their Nations League semi-final but lost to PortugalCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd make lowball opening transfer bid for Bryan Mbeumo with Brentford star demanding £250k-a-week to sign

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have launched their opening bid for Bryan Mbeumo – but it is under Brentford’s asking price, reports say. Ruben Amorim – who led United to a club-worst 15th place Premier League finish last season – is looking to bolster his attack. Man Utd have launched their opening bid for Bryan MbeumoCredit: AlamyAlready, Matheus Cunha will arrive from Wolves for £62.5million after the Red Devils reluctantly met his release clause. And now Brentford’s versatile forward Mbeumo – capable of playing out wide or through the middle – is their next target. According to The Athletic, United submitted an opening offer of £45million plus £10m in add-ons. But that is said to be below Brentford’s asking price – with negotiations ongoing to strike an agreement. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMbeumo has a year left on his contract at the Gtech Community Stadium — plus an option to extend by 12 months.But he is pushing for a move to Old Trafford despite interest from the likes of Newcastle, Arsenal and Tottenham. Although the French-born Cameroon international is believed to be demanding wages of £250,000-per-week. That is FIVE TIMES the weekly £50,000 salary he currently earns. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSMbeumo joined Brentford from French club Troyes in 2019 and enjoyed a breakout season over the last 12 months. The 25-year-old scored 20 goals and eight assists as Brentford finished tenth in the table.Bruno Fernandes reveals role his wife played in £200m Al-Hilal transfer snub even though Man Utd were ready to cash inUnited are in the market for forwards this summer after registering just 44 league goals last term. They missed out on striker Liam Delap – who instead joined Chelsea – but were handed a boost in Bruno Fernandes committing his future. United’s captain rejected an approach from Saudi side Al-Hilal – which would have seen him earn a three-year tax-free deal worth £200million.Matheus Cunha is set to join Man UtdCredit: PABruno Fernandes rejected an approach from Al-HilalCredit: Reuters More

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      England star Ivan Toney hits back at Bruno Fernandes with blunt reply after Man Utd star’s Saudi transfer snub

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      IVAN TONEY has told Bruno Fernandes: You’re wrong about the Saudi Pro League.Manchester United captain Fernandes rejected a mega-money move to Al-Hilal, claiming he wanted to carry on playing at the highest level.England star Ivan Toney disagrees with Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes’ statement about Saudi ArabiaFernandes turned down a bid by Al-Hilal claiming he wanted to carry on playing at the highest levelBut former Brentford striker, who won the Asian Champions League with Saudi side Al-Ahli in his debut season, said: “That’s his decision. He maybe thinks it’s different to me.“He obviously hasn’t seen the league. The standard is high. I always say this, people always judge it on not seeing it, you know?“And you have to see it first hand to have your own opinion.“If people went there and went to some games, they’d soon realise.Read More on Man Utd“I know it’s a good standard. You would never knock it once you’ve been there. It is tough.”But Toney has backed former Brentford team-mate and United target Bryan Mbeumo to be a success at Old Trafford – or at any big club that signed him this summer.Toney told talkSPORT: “He scores goals, he knows where to put the ball for other players, he’s got a similar penalty technique.“He is a top top player, and he deserves to play for top top clubs.”Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordEngland boss Thomas Tuchel decided Toney’s first season in Saudi Arabia was worthy of a recall to the Three Lions’ squad.The former Bees star scored 23 league goals for Al-Ahli, two behind the SPL’s leading marksman, Cristiano Ronaldo of Al-Nassr.England boss Thomas Tuchel explains Ivan Toney recallToney is confident that if he keeps producing the goods, he can book himself a place on the plane to next summer’s World Cup.Toney, 29, said: “it’s disappointing not to beat Ronaldo, but hopefully next season.I always think positive. Because if you think negative, then the negative things are going to happen.“if you’re playing well, if you’re scoring, there’s only one decision. The manager’s seen that hence why he’s brought me back.“I’m a player that plays in Saudi. If that’s a problem to people, then so be it, but I’m a Saudi player now and I just have to focus on playing football.” More

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      Chelsea CONFIRM signing of Liam Delap after beating Man Utd to £30m transfer for Ipswich star

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      CHELSEA have confirmed the signing of Liam Delap after beating Manchester United to the £30million Ipswich striker.Delap, 22, has joined the Blues on a six-year contract after his release clause was met following Ipswich’s relegation to the Championship.Liam Delap has joined Chelsea from Ipswich in a £30million dealCredit: GettyDelap signs on the dotted line for the BluesCredit: GettyThe striker scored 12 Prem goals for Ipswich in their relegation seasonCredit: GettyThe centre-forward emerged as Enzo Maresca’s preferred attacking target after netting 12 Premier League goals for the Tractor Boys.Their time together at Manchester City also played a pivotal role in Delap’s decision to snub fellow suitors United.The forward is set to make his Chelsea debut at the Club World Cup.In a statement on the Blues’ website, Delap said: “I understand the stature of this club and can see the trajectory it is on with these players and the head coach.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”It’s going to be an incredible place for me to develop, and I hope to achieve amazing things here and help the club win more trophies.”Delap will battle Nicolas Jackson for a spot up front, with the England U21s star hoping to become Chelsea’s starting striker for the new Prem season.The former Stoke, Preston and Hull loanee has also been reunited with his City youth team-mates Cole Palmer and Romeo Lavia.Their relationship down the spine of the team could bring Chelsea success.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSDelap will be eager to help the Blues seal more silverware after Maresca’s men won last week’s Conference League final against Real Betis.The City youth teamer had initially looked destined for a move to their rivals United.From embarrassing Chelsea pal to interview with dad – Five times Cole Palmer stole show AFTER Conference League finalsThe Red Devils are keen on attacking reinforcements, having already shelled out £62.5m on Wolves’ Matheus Cunha.But the prospect of linking up with some familiar faces – plus the pull of Champions League football – swung the decision in Chelsea’s favour.Delap praised Ipswich for giving him regular top-flight football and said he was ‘confident’ they would be back in the Premier League soon.The Blues are expected to continue their major squad rebuild with more incomings and outgoings this summer.They have already welcomed Kendry Paez, Estevao Willian and Dario Essugo to Stamford Bridge.A new winger and centre-back are also on Maresca’s wishlist.Borussia Dortmund’s Jamie Gittens and Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi are in the mix.Delap’s signing could be bad news for the likes of Christopher Nkunku, Joao Felix and even Noni Madueke.Read More on The SunTOP ENGLISH PREM SCORERS 2024-25THE Top 5 is below…Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa) – 16Cole Palmer (Chelsea) – 15Jarrod Bowen (West Ham) – 13LIAM DELAP (Ipswich) – 12Danny Welbeck (Brighton) – 10Misfits including Raheem Sterling and Ben Chilwell will also be moved on.With £1.2billion already spent under Todd Boehly, Chelsea fans will be hoping to finally challenge for the title next season. More

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      Every leaked Premier League kit for next season including throwback Liverpool shirt and slick Man Utd away strip

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      IT’S that time of year again.With the 2024-25 season done and dusted, preparations are underway for next term.Arsenal are among the clubs to have launched their new home kit alreadyCredit: GettyAnd one thing on every Premier League club’s agenda is the roll out of their new kits.Some have already been released, while others have been leaked on social media.SunSport has looked at some of the strips we can expect to see during the 2025-26 campaign.ARSENALThe Gunners have already unveiled their home kit for next season.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe traditional red strip has white detailing with a gothic A print blended into the body of the shirt.Arsenal have already unveiled their home kit for next seasonCredit: GettyUnlike the Arsenal home kits of recent years, the new shirt, shorts and socks only include red and white elements, with no blue or gold.Although the club’s second and third kits are yet to be officially released, some fans have leaked them online.Arsenal’s rumoured away shirt bears similarities to the club’s 2021-22 third strip.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSWith a dark and light blue lightning-like pattern, the top has the Gunners’ alternative cannon badge in white.There is also some red detailing down the sides and on the sleeves and neckline.Rashford to Inter Milan? Man Utd Star Eyes Shock Serie A Move!Finally, the club’s alleged new third shirt is a combination of the 2008-09 and 2009-10 third strips.The white shirt has maroon cannon and Adidas badge with gold detailing on the collar and sleeves.The iconic Adidas stripes along the shoulders are also maroon.Arsenal’s leaked 2025-26 away kitArsenal’s leaked 2025-26 third kitCHELSEAThe new Chelsea shirt is fairly similar to the 2024-25 edition.It is the traditional Blue colour synonymous with the club and includes a subtle print inspired by the architecture of London.The away kit also bears similarities to this season’s.Chelsea’s new away strip is the same off-white colour but features eight thin blue and red stripes down the centre.It also includes red and black detailing on the sleeve cuffs.The club have ditched their shiny badge.Chelsea’s new home shirt includes a subtle print inspired by the architecture of LondonThe 2025-26 Chelsea away kitLIVERPOOLFrom the 2025-26 season, Adidas will become Liverpool’s kit provider, taking over from Nike.Adidas previously partnered with the Reds from 1985 to 1996 and 2006 to 2012.The new Liverpool home kit is nearly identical to the 2010-11 strip with a classic red and white design.With three iconic Adidas stripes on the shoulders and a thin white line down each side, the shirt has a simple style that will likely be loved by the Premier League champions.The club’s new away shirt, meanwhile, is white with red detailing.In contrast to the home strip, the club badge is placed within a red crest.There is also a significant difference in the Liverpool badge on the third shirt.In a throwback to the 1980s, the third kit uses a retro club badge that was introduced 38 years ago.The shield crest was implemented in 1987 and was used for five years until 1992, the year of Liverpool’s 100th anniversary.It is now being used on the club’s third shirt for the 2025-26 season.The new shirt is green with faint stripes down the front.It also uses the Adidas Originals logo.The new Liverpool home shirtLiverpool’s 2025-26 away shirtLiverpool’s new third shirt has a retro lookMANCHESTER CITYManchester City have kept it simple with their 2025-26 home kit. The Sky Blue shirt has elements of white – including a sash-like diagonal strip along the front.However, the alleged away and third kits are very unique.The white away shirt has outlines of City supporters doing the poznan, with a black and red diagonal strip covering the front.Etihad Airways, the club’s sponsor, is positioned underneath the club badge as opposed to in the middle of the shirt.Two proposed third shirts have also been leaked, the first being a bright orange with a black and gold strip.The other, however, is completely different to any shirt used in the Premier League before.The grey strip includes a rain drop pattern with the City badge central above the Puma logo.It also has bright green detailing.Fans have been left less than impressed with the proposed new shirt, with one person writing: “It was bad without the rain drops. Then they added the rain drops.”While another joked: “Good punishment for the players, over this past season.”Man City’s 2025-26 home shirtMan City’s 2025-26 away kitA rumoured 2025-26 Man City third shirtA second rumoured 2025-26 Man City third shirtMANCHESTER UNITEDManchester United are yet to unveil their home shirt for the 2025-26 season.However, a leak of it has emerged online.The alleged new United home shirt is very similar to the 2023-24 edition with black Adidas stripes on the shoulders.The red strip also appears to have a pattern running down the sleeves.A photo of the Man Utd goalkeeper kit also emerged online in recent weeks.The green strip includes white detailing with the Adidas Originals logo.The United badge has also been placed inside a shield – which is not the case on the home shirt.Man Utd’s rumoured away shirt is white with hints of lilac.The traditional crest is replaced by the devil and trident synonymous with the club.And the third shirt is dark blue with yellow writing and detailingMan Utd’s leaked 2025-26 home shirtUnited’s alleged goalkeeper shirt 2025-26Man Utd’s rumoured away kitMan Utd’s rumoured 2025-26 third kitNEWCASTLENewcastle have kept it traditional with their 2025-26 home shirt. As always, the shirt has black and white alternating stripes running vertically down the front.But in a subtle change, there is a touch of blue included on the new edition.The light blue lines run around the neckline, down the sides and on the sleeve cuffs.Newcastle’s new home kit has been unveiledCredit: Instagram @nufcNOTTINGHAM FORESTThe leaked Nottingham Forest home shirt bears a retro look with thin white stripes running vertically down the front.It also has a collar, which has not featured on a Forest shirt since 2012.In addition, the club badge has also been placed in a shield, much like many of the other Adidas kits this season.Meanwhile, the alleged away shirt is white with grey Adidas stripes on the shoulders.It also has a pattern blended into the body of the top.Nottingham Forest’s leaked home shirt 2025-26Nottingham Forest’s leaked away shirt 2025-26TOTTENHAMEuropa League winners Tottenham unveiled their 2025-26 home shirt this week.The new strip is fairly different to the style adopted by Spurs in recent years.With navy on the shoulders, the Lilywhite shirt also has elements of grey running down the sides.The Spurs badge is also positioned in the middle of the shirt, above the Nike logo.Read More on The SunMeanwhile, Tottenham’s away kit has been leaked.The all-black strip has faint lines running horizontally and vertically along the front and the shorts, creating a box pattern.Tottenham’s home kit has been releasedSpurs’ rumoured away kit is black More

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      Tijjani Reijnders is £46million Man City signing who worked in ALDI and is named after legendary winger

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      TIJJANI REIJNDERS is perfectly placed to lead Manchester City’s £130million supermarket sweep.The versatile midfielder used to stack shelves in Aldi but is now the first signing of a huge summer for Pep Guardiola.Tijjani Reijnders is joining Manchester City from AC Milan for £45mCredit: GettyReijnders used to work in AldiCredit: instagram @tijjanireijndersThe Dutchman is a midfielder who can do a bit of everythingCredit: GettyReijnders, 26, idolises Kevin De Bruyne and will now be tasked with filling the gaping void left by the Belgian superstar.When the Holland international joined Milan he was asked about his rise to the top and said: “I recently noticed an article ‘from amateur to AC Milan’.”But when I think about it, I like ‘from Aldi to AC Milan’ even better!”Aldi to Manchester City will have an even better ring to it for Guardiola’s new midfield general.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLIt is quite the challenge for the midfielder, though he arrives with some stellar references.Milan and Netherlands great Frank Rijkaard is convinced Reijnders is destined for the top.Speaking earlier this season, he said: “I hope that Reijnders becomes one of the best midfielders in the world… I sincerely believe he’s already on the right path.”I really like his style of play. He can cover all roles in the midfield and shows his generosity: he never holds back from a run for the team and always gives his best.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”With the quality he has, he’s excellent at creating dangerous chances for his team-mates and setting up the play well.”Reijnders can bring a bit of everything to a Manchester City midfield in need of a shot in the arm. Kevin De Bruyne given emotional Etihad send off as Man City take huge leap towards return to Champions LeagueThe former AZ Alkmaar man made more interceptions than any other midfielder in Serie A this season as well as creating the most chances from open play.He may not have the craft of De Bruyne when it comes to creating chances – there are few, if any, who do – but Reijnders can also find the back of the net.Milan’s maestro bagged 15 goals from midfield this term – two more than any other midfielder in the Italian top flight.Reijnders’ path to the top has been carefully plotted, aided by his father and agent, Martin – a former player himself who was a team-mate of Jaap Stam at Dutch side Zwolle.The family clearly planned a footballing career for their son from day one, naming him Tijjani after former Nigerian winger, Tijani Babangida.Younger brother Eliano also plays for his father’s former side, Zwolle.Martin revealed after sealing Tijjani’s move to Milan that the pair had decided to turn down Barcelona in order to join the Rossoneri.Barca were on the lookout for an heir to Sergio Busquets and Reijnders’ father made the brave and bold decision to tell his son that he was not quite up to the task.Reijnders’ parents named their son after former Ajax and Nigeria winger Tijani BabangidaCredit: GettyHis brother Eliano plays for ZwolleCredit: AlamyReijnders is hoping to fill the void left behind by Kevin De BruyneCredit: instagram @tijjanireijndersHe told Dutch outlet Algemeen Dagblad: “I immediately told Tijjani, ‘You are not that type of player. Before you know it, you’ll end up on the bench. And you’d become yet another player who fails abroad.'”There was Premier League interest two years ago, but Reijnders has rapidly developed in Milan and now feels prepared to take his biggest step yet.As well as carefully planning his progression, Reijnders has studied fellow players to add as much to his game as possible.Speaking to The Athletic, Reijnders said: “When I got older, I looked a lot at Kevin De Bruyne. I watched his games, YouTube clips.“Especially the way he was scanning the pitch before he gets the ball so he always knows where the space is.”I try to do the same.”Before looking to add elements of De Bruyne to his game, City’s new man carefully studied another Guardiola stalwart in Andres Iniesta.Read More on The SunThere are few deals which can be a sure thing, not every signing is as obvious as Erling Haaland.But in Reijnders, Manchester City look to have identified a player capable of grabbing hold of a game who is primed to slot straight into a Guardiola side.Reijnders has an eye for goalCredit: GettyHe is married to MarinaCredit: instagram @tijjanireijndersThey welcomed baby son Xavien in February 2024Credit: instagram @tijjanireijndersThe family regularly post snaps on social mediaCredit: instagram @tijjanireijndersReijnders will provide a welcome boost for Pep GuardiolaCredit: Getty More

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      Premier League side risk ruining pitch as stars race RED BULL F1 CAR in their stadium

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      LEEDS only just won the Championship title race – but have already found themselves in a new one.Players raced against a FORMULA ONE CAR at Elland Road – but the stunt risked ruining their pitch ahead of their return to the Premier League.Three Leeds players raced a Red Bull F1 car on the Elland Road pitchCredit: Red BullWilly Gnonto, Largie Ramazani and Isaac Schmidt took on F2 driver Arvid LindbladCredit: Red BullLeeds are sponsored by Red Bull, whose sporting ventures also include the F1 team.And in an unlikely collaboration, club chiefs allowed the RB7 motor on the playing surface to compete in a drag race against three of Leeds’ fastest stars. The idea came about at last year’s British Grand Prix at Silverstone – with the players thinking they had a chance of beating the mega engine with a few obstacles.So Willy Gnonto, Largie Ramazani and Isaac Schmidt took on F2 driver Arvid Lindblad in the unique challenge.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe footballers and racing car started on the edge of the penalty box and had to go around mannequins on the 18-yard line at the other end of the pitch and come back to the starting point to finish. Lindblad suffered a nightmare start as he struggled to get the wheels going on the grass.The four involved were pretty much dead level approaching the mannequins. And the car’s turning circle meant the footballers regained their lead going into the second half of the race. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut as they began to tire – or tyre – the car closed the gap and eventually roared past to win by about 30 yards. F1 fan Largie Ramazani said of the publicity stunt: “This was a great experience, the only thing better would be getting in the car.Inside Leeds stars’ wild title celebrations as Bamford and Ampadu ‘leave Burnley fanbase in meltdown’ with karaoke song“Before the race I was scared, but I was confident too. I think we did great, but in the end the car was just too quick. “Dan James was involved in the idea but unfortunately he’s been injured.”But I’d back my team-mate over that car any day – DJ would smoke this car.”Driver Lindblad added: “Ahead of the race I was a bit nervous. “I’d never driven on grass and had no idea how it would go.”The car has a ton of horsepower and there is not much grip on grass, so I wasn’t sure if I could go full throttle and turn the car properly.”Read More on The SunThe spectacle also featured a slalom ‘dribbling’ challenge – and it was no wonder the car left tyre marks across the pitch.No doubt the groundstaff were not best pleased… although the pitch will likely be ripped up and replaced for the Premier League campaign after winning the 2024-25 Championship under Daniel Farke. The car left tyre marks across the pitch ahead of their Premier League returnCredit: Red BullLindblad suffered a nightmare start as he struggled to get away on the grassCredit: Red Bull More