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      Man Utd boost as injured star spotted back in training ahead of Premier League finale

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have received an injury boost after Luke Shaw took part in training on Friday.The defender was taken off at half-time against Chelsea on Thursday, sparking fears he could miss the FA Cup final next week.
      Luke Shaw could pass fit to play against Fulham despite picking up an injury against ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Marcus Rashford looked focus ahead of the Premier League finaleCredit: Getty
      Casemiro beamed while chatting to Wout WeghorstCredit: Getty
      Alejandro Garnacho could be given a rare start against the CottagersCredit: Getty
      Jadon Sancho was all smiles alongside Wan-BissakaCredit: Getty
      Harry Maguire was put through his pacesCredit: Getty
      But Erik ten Hag offered an encouraging update in his pre-match press conference ahead of the visit of Fulham on Sunday.
      He said: “Luke Shaw, we have to see. I don’t think it’s too bad but we have to wait 24 hours. We’ll have a diagnosis and we will know more.”
      Shaw, 27, was spotted in training at Carrington on Friday and looked in good spirits ahead of the final Premier League weekend.
      The England international has been a key player for United this season and crucial to their Champions League qualification.
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      He has been ever-reliant for Ten Hag and performed well when called upon, whether at left-back or at centre-back.
      Shaw could be in contention to start against Fulham and if he passes fit he will be sure to play against Manchester City at Wembley.
      Jadon Sancho, Casemiro and Aaron Wan-Bissaka were also all smiles as the United squad soaked up the sun.
      Several stars wore tank tops as they enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere after securing a top-four place with the victory over Chelsea.
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      Alejandro Garnacho was spotted being put through his paces along with another youngster, Facundo Pellistri.
      Captain Harry Maguire also looked relaxed ahead of a huge week for the Red Devils. More

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      Premier League makes last-minute change to final day TV games but Man Utd, Arsenal and Chelsea fans will still miss out

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      THE Premier League made a last-minute change to the TV schedule for the final day of the season.But it is still bad news for Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool fans.
      Arsenal’s home game with Wolves will not be live on TVCredit: Getty
      With those four teams’ fates pretty much secured, the broadcasters have overlooked their clashes with Fulham, Wolves, Newcastle and Southampton respectively.
      Instead, Sky Sports have added a third game to their blockbuster line-up for tomorrow afternoon’s football bonanza – as all ten Prem fixtures kick-off at 4.30pm.
      And that extra match is Aston Villa vs Brighton at Villa Park, although the hastily-arranged programme is set to start at 4.25pm, just five minutes before kick-off.
      The hosts start the day seventh, four points behind the Seagulls who are guaranteed to finish sixth below Liverpool.
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      But for Villa, they know victory will secure them seventh and therefore a spot in the Europa Conference League.
      However, should Unai Emery’s side fail to win, they could be overtaken by Tottenham or Brentford.
      Spurs travel to relegation-threatened Leeds who must win to have any slim chance of staying up while the Bees host champions Manchester City in West London.
      Tottenham need to better Villa’s result to pinch seventh while Brentford must win and hope the two teams directly above them drop points.
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      That crunch clash at Elland Road will be shown live on BT Sport with a raucous atmosphere guaranteed for Sam Allardyce’s men.
      Sky, meanwhile, have got the other two games in the relegation scrap – Everton vs Bournemouth and Leicester vs West Ham.
      The Toffees go into the final day knowing a win will secure their Premier League status.
      Leicester can only stay up by beating the Hammers at the King Power and Everton failing to win at Goodison Park.
      Leeds must win and are reliant on the other two results also going their way to overtake Leicester and Everton, especially as they have the worst goal difference of the three teams.
      Sky have added Aston Villa vs Brighton to their Sunday scheduleCredit: Getty More

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      Tottenham chase Manor Solomon transfer as Shakhtar fume at Fifa for allowing Fulham loan star to move for FREE

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      TOTTENHAM are in the hunt for Manor Solomon – who is set to be available for nothing this summer.The Israeli has been at Fulham on a year-long deal after suspending his contract with Shakhtar Donetsk, following Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine. 
      Manor Solomon has impressed at Fulham this termCredit: Getty
      Fifa have ruled that he can leave Shakhtar for free this summer, sparking interest from a number of clubs across Europe.
      In amongst them are Spurs, as well as Fulham who would like to sign him permanently. 
      Winger Solomon, 23, has netted five goals in 23 appearances for the Cottagers this term in all competitions. 
      All five strikes came in consecutive games during a particularly hot streak in February and early March.
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      Shakhtar chief Sergei Palkin has criticised Fifa’s decision to allow their players to move abroad for nothing.
      He said: “The over-reaching measures applied by Fifa led to massive loss of player transfer income and a depletion of essential Club revenues.
      “We believe the extension of Annex 7 continues to place clubs like FC Shakhtar in Ukraine in a seriously disadvantaged position with zero protection and threatens our very existence.”
      Fulham have defied expectations that they would be in a relegation battle this term following promotion.
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      Marco Silva’s side have secured tenth place and can reach a whopping 55 points if they win at Manchester United on Sunday.
      Spurs, meanwhile, will begin the final day in eighth after a disastrous run of form.
      Should they win at relegation-threatened Leeds and Aston Villa fail to beat Brighton, however, Ryan Mason’s side would scrape into the Europa Conference League for next season. More

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      Forgotten Premier League cult hero unrecognisable as famous flowing locks go grey and ex-team-mate calls him ‘best ever’

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      THIS former Premier League cult hero looks totally unrecognisable after going grey and trimming his famous flowing locks.The ex-star spent eight years in England with one club having joined from Rangers in 2001.
      This man graced the Premier League for eight years from 2001Credit: Instagram @tugay
      He looks very different in his retirementCredit: Instagram @tugay
      He racked up an impressive 293 appearances and chipped in with 13 goals.
      The ace was distinctive as he ran around the middle of the park always followed by a long train of hair.
      However, these days he cuts a very different look.
      The hair has been cut a lot shorter and he is now a silver fox.
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      Recent Instagram posts show him looking rather suave in a black suit and tie.
      And former Blackburn team-mate Robbie Savage – another midfielder who loved his flowing locks – commented on one from August: “Happy birthday mate, best ever.”
      The mystery footballer is of course Tugay.
      Yes, Tugay Kerimoglu – the former Turkey star who was a regular fixture at Ewood Park after initially coming through at Galatasaray before his stint at Ibrox.
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      Tugay – who reportedly “smoked 20 a day” – was part of the side that won the 2001-02 League Cup under Graeme Souness and was crowned Rovers’ player of the season in 2003-04.
      He won 94 international caps – including representing the Crescent Stars at Euro 1996, Euro 2000 and the 2002 World Cup, where they finished third.
      Tugay, now 52, retired in 2009 aged 38 after his final season with Blackburn and was given a standing ovation when substituted off in the closing minutes against West Brom.
      He dipped into management, working in the Manchester City academy under former boss Mark Hughes before spells as Galatasaray assistant and then as Sanliurfaspor gaffer for five months until April 2016.
      Tugay was a popular figure during his time at BlackburnCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      He retired aged 38 in 2009 after eight years at Ewood ParkCredit: Action Images – Reuters More

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      Fans say ‘good job it’s the last one’ as final Soccer AM goes off air with technical blunders midway through show

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      SOCCER AM had to deal with technical issues which brought the show off air in it’s final ever outing.The iconic programme went off air for several moments as it dealt with badly-timed hiccup as it bid farewell to fans.
      Soccer AM, led by hosts Jimmy Bullard (left) and John Fendley, had to deal with a couple of technical gremlins in their final showCredit: Sky Showcase
      Rapper Stormzy was in attendance as he tried to help the iconic show come to a strong endingCredit: Sky Showcase
      Stephen Graham was in top form throughout but had a slight mishap before the show which required an ice packCredit: Sky Showcase
      Soccer AM is broadcasting its final ever instalment after nearly 30 years on Sky Sports.
      And hosts Jimmy Bullard and John Fendley gave a warm goodbye to viewers as an eventful show reached its end.
      Wrapping up the programme, Bullard warmly called Fendley ‘the boll****” in an x-rated exchange which followed theme of the entire show.
      The final 90 minutes saw technical issues, profane language and even slight injuries to guests during it’s final farewell.
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      Right from the off Fendley had to warn his star-studded guests not to swear just minutes into the show.
      But the most awkward moment came during the ‘Shocker Saturday’ feature as a banner appeared on screen explaining the programme had to briefly go off air.
      The sign appeared for less than a minute but was an unfortunate issue as the iconic show looked to go out on a high.
      Fans did not mince their words with their verdict.
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      One said: “The last Soccer AM is an absolute shambles. Sad end to what was once a great show.”
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      Another tweeted added: “Soccer AM having a nightmare this morning! Good job it’s the last one.
      While another observer said: “Soccer am losing the sound twice in the 5 minutes I have been watching it then literally crashing off air with a technical fault.”
      And another unimpressed viewer said: “Not sure what’s happening but this last show is turning into a complete car crash!?
      The technical hitch followed earlier problems for host Fendley, affectionately known as ‘Fenners’, as he took the programme to the car park.
      As guest Stormzy faced Bullard to see who could hit the crossbar most, Fenners’ microphone went completely.
      The host had been coordinating the event but was left silenced by the moment, causing some awkwardness.
      Stormzy appeared alongside beloved English actor Stephen Graham and comedian Jack Whitehall as Soccer Am got in the big-hitters to end with a bang.
      But Graham and Whitehall were left gripping ice packs at the start of the show after a mishap.
      Bullard and Fendley said goodbye to fans with emotional, end of show monologuesCredit: Sky Showcase
      The pair were rehearsing for the car park segment, where guests take shots at a giant goal, but overstretched during it and were left with muscle soreness.
      The final episode featured many references to the show’s glorious past, shout-outs to those who worked behind the scenes and the final appearances for fan favourites like Tubes, the off-beat interviewer.
      Soccer AM first appeared on screens in August 1994 and became a hit within a couple of years.
      Popular presenters like Helen Chamberlain and Tim Lovejoy helped propel the magazine show into must-see Saturday morning TV before fans headed off to the football.
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      The programme featured plenty of iconic features and segments which became popular with viewers.
      But in recent years the show has seen presenter turnover and falling viewing figures before Sky decided to axe it earlier this year. More

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      Brighton set to outbid Prem giant in transfer war for Galatasaray’s French starlet Sacha Boey after £16m offer

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      BRIGHTON are looking to beat Arsenal to Sacha Boey’s signature this summer, according to reports.The ambitious Seagulls are looking to further strengthen as they prepare for the Europa League next season.
      Sacha Boey has attracted plenty of interest from EnglandCredit: Getty
      Arsenal are also keen on Boey as they aim to bolster their options at right-back.
      According to Turkish outlet 343 Digital, Brighton have bid £16million for the French youth international.
      They add that Arsenal have only offered £14.7m for Boey.
      Galatasaray are said to be demanding around £22m for their star full-back.
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      Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano claims that Galatasaray board members travelled to London this week to talk to English clubs.
      Boey, 22, has also signed with a new agency ahead of a likely transfer.
      Arsenal have been playing Ben White at right-back for the majority of the season.
      Takehiro Tomiyasu has also played there, although the Japanese international has suffered from numerous injury issues this term.
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      Brighton, meanwhile, have seen right-backs Tariq Lamptey and Joel Veltman also suffer from injury issues – with midfielder Moises Caicedo even covering there in recent weeks.
      Boey has helped Galatasaray to an excellent season, with the Turkish giants on the brink of the title.
      He has played 50 times for the Turkish side since joining from Rennes in 2021.
      The highly-rated ace is also believed to have interest from Italy, although England is thought to be a more likely destination. More

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      Hollywood star Stephen Graham and Jack Whitehall appear on Soccer AM with ice packs after getting injured before show

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      ACTOR Stephen Graham appeared on the final Soccer AM clutching an ice pack after a pre-show rehearsal went wrong.The Line of Duty star was a part of a star-studded line-up for the last instalment of the iconic Sky Sports Show.
      Stephen Graham was among the final guests for Soccer AM
      Comedian Jack Whitehall and rapper Stormzy were also guests, with the former also having an ice pack on his leg.
      The pair revealed to hosts Jimmy Bullard and John Fendley that a pre-show rehearsal for Soccer AM’s beloved car park segment had left them overstretched.
      Guests try and score goals in the most impressive way possible – but it ended up being too much for Graham and Whitehall.
      Graham said: “We were doing a little rehearsal in the car park [before the show].
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      “I done a couple of screamers, one in the top bin.
      “And then I [felt some pain] and [Bullard] said I did my rotator or whatever…”
      Bullard then quips: “Yeah, I think your hip went further than the ball by the looks of it.”
      The guests all laugh as Graham, 49, continues to hold the ice pack against his thigh for the first segment of the show.
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      Whitehall, 34, adds: “I’ve done my … is this a hamstring? I’ve tweaked it.”
      Stormzy confirms he alone out of the guests managed to avoid any physical issues from the pre-show work out.
      Soccer AM is bowing out after almost 30 years after today’s programme.
      The legendary magazine shows was a regular fixture for many football fans before heading out to the afternoon’s games.
      The show presents a sideways look at the week’s football news and is well known for plenty of catchy and iconic features. More

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      Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag opens up on chat with Hakim Ziyech after Chelsea win and reveals they have a ‘bond for life’

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      ERIK TEN HAG revealed he has a “bond for life” with Hakim Ziyech.The Manchester United manager and the Chelsea winger were spotted chatting and laughing together on the Old Trafford pitch after Thursday’s match.
      Erik ten Hag and Hakim Ziyech chatted after full-time at Old TraffordCredit: Getty
      A section of Blues supporters were annoyed by Ziyech’s seemingly buoyant mood despite yet another defeat for Frank Lampard’s side.
      Asked about the conversation, Ten Hag refused to go into specific details but spoke glowingly of the Morocco winger.
      He told Viaplay: “That is between Hakim and me.
      “We have experienced a lot together, beautiful things. There is a bond for life.”
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      Ten Hag managed Ziyech at Ajax from 2017 until 2020, when the forward joined Chelsea for £33.3million.
      They won the Eredivisie and KNVB Cup together in Ten Hag’s first full season in 2018-19.
      The duo also reached the Champions League semi-finals with Ziyech playing an important role in the memorable victories over Real Madrid and Juventus.
      However, the 30-year-old’s spell at Chelsea has failed to live up to expectations – despite lifting the Champions League in 2021.
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      Ziyech has scored just 14 goals in 107 appearances for the club across three seasons – with zero in 24 this term across four different managers.
      He was set to leave for Paris Saint-Germain on loan in January but a deal fell through at the 11th hour.
      And with the likes of Noni Madueke, Mykhailo Mudryk, Joao Felix and Raheem Sterling all arriving at Stamford Bridge this season, he looks destined to leave in the summer as Tottenham consider a swoop.
      In the meantime, Ziyech is being limited to a bit-part role with no Premier League starts since February 26.
      Ten Hag, though, reckons his former star deserves more game time to showcase his talent – either at Chelsea or away from the club.
      He added: “He has to play every week. 
      “A footballer like that, in the prime of his life, must be on the pitch.”
      The pair worked together for three years at AjaxCredit: Getty More