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      Five Premier League stars Wrexham could target after promotion including transfer for Man Utd ace and Sky Sports pundit

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      WREXHAM could pinch several Premier League stars ahead of their return to League Two next season.The Welsh side, owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, gained promotion back to the Football League on Saturday following a 3-1 win over Boreham Wood.
      Wrexham gained promotion to League Two at the weekendCredit: Getty
      Their formidable campaign has been spearheaded by former Cambridge United and Tranmere Rovers striker Paul Mullin, who dropped down to the National League to sign for the Red Dragons two years ago.
      Former Manchester United, West Brom and Watford goalkeeper Ben Foster also helped push the club over the line after coming out of retirement to sign a short-term deal last month.
      And in preparation for the huge jump up to League Two, Wrexham could acquire the services of some past and present Premier League stars, according to The Express.
      Phil Jones
      Man Utd veteran Jones is almost certain to leave Old Trafford at the end of the season.
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      Jones is set to leave Man Utd at the end of the seasonCredit: Getty
      He was axed from the first team squad altogether at the beginning of the 2022-23 campaign after suffering an injury setback, so he is expected to depart when his contract expires in June.
      Wrexham have already signed ex-United star Foster, who has proved to be a successful addition to the squad and a huge hit among fans, so they would likely jump at the chance to snatch Jones on a free transfer.

      The 31-year-old has won several titles with the Red Devils including the Premier League, the Europa League and the FA Cup.
      Danny Rose
      Former England international Rose was axed from Tottenham’s first team squad after a fallout with then-manager Jose Mourinho in 2021.
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      Former Watford and Tottenham full-back Rose is looking for a new clubCredit: Getty
      He then left the Lilywhites on a free transfer before joining Watford on a two-year deal.
      However, he made just 9 appearances for the Hornets before his contract was terminated the following year.
      Rose has been very clear in his desire to return to professional football.
      While appearing as a pundit on Sky Sports on during Newcastle’s 6-1 win over Tottenham on Sunday, he jokingly asked Eddie Howe: “Do you need a third-choice left-back by any chance?”
      When speaking about Spurs’ performance during the game, he also said: “All I’ve been thinking of in that first half is, how am I unemployed?”
      Hal Robson-Kanu
      Robson-Kanu has already admitted that he would love the chance to play at Wrexham next season.
      Robson-Kanu has admitted that he would love to play for WrexhamCredit: Getty
      The 33-year-old, who left West Brom in 2021, is yet to officially announce his retirement from professional football despite not playing for almost two years.
      And he recently revealed that should he get his desired move, he will donate all of his wages to charity.
      In an Instagram statement, Robson-Kanu wrote: “@vancityreynolds I’ll come out of retirement and come play for @wrexham_afc next season.
      “I’ll also give my salary to the charity of the fans’ choosing.”
      The striker doubled down on his stance on Sky Sports last week, adding: “Look, Wrexham have done phenomenally well and massive credit to Ryan Reynolds and the whole team down there.
      “From my perspective, being able to offer my services to the club, I’m in unique position, which is quite nice. I’m a free agent and I have been for the last two years.
      “I’ve not officially announced my retirement, but again I’m 33 years of age. What they’ve done is fantastic. I’m happy to have a conversation and as I said, I’d be happy donate any salary I receive to charity as well.”
      Paul Dummett
      Dummett has made just one appearance for Newcastle this seasonCredit: Getty
      Newcastle defender Dummett is set to leave St James’ Park when his contract expires at the end of the season.
      The 31-year-old has made one appearance this season, but he could play a huge part for Wrexham should he make the switch this summer.
      Fraizer Campbell
      Campbell has been a free agent since leaving Huddersfield at the end of the 2021-22 campaign.
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      Campbell is a free agentCredit: Rex Features
      The 35-year-old previously enjoyed spells with Tottenham, Cardiff, Hull, Crystal Palace and Sunderland respectively and he was part of the Manchester United squad that won the 2007-08 and 2008-09 Premier League titles.
      Should he join Wrexham, Campbell could act as the perfect strike partner for star man Mullin. More

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      Man City star eyed by AC Milan for summer transfer with game time limited by Pep Guardiola’s new formation

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      AC MILAN are monitoring Kyle Walker’s situation at Manchester City.The England defender, who turns 33 next month, has just one more year left on his contract.
      AC Milan are keeping tabs on out-of-favour Man City defender Kyle WalkerCredit: Getty
      So far there has been no indication he is likely to be offered another deal as a difficult season for him comes to a close.
      And Milan — who City may face in the Champions League final on June 10 — hope to see if he could be tempted this summer.
      Walker has missed games due to injury but also due to a new ‘inverted full-backs’ system used by boss Pep Guardiola.
      The former Tottenham man has also said he wants to play for his boyhood club Sheffield United before his career ends.
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      Milan are no strangers to signing English players, boasting ex-Chelsea academy star and reported Man Utd target Fikayo Tomori among their ranks.
      Walker, who was filmed drunkenly flashing in a bar last month, has played just 19 times in the league this season.
      And Guardiola admitted this month he was struggling to adjust to City’s new tactics.
      Pep said: “He [Walker] cannot do it. To play inside you have to make some educated movements. He has other characteristics. 
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      “He will always have pace. He will be the fastest in this room at 60 years old.
      “The reason why is tactical. It’s not because we lost faith in Kyle. 
      “He can play coming inside and he has done it many times, but like in the position [against] Liverpool with Rodri and John Stones, he will maybe need time to do it and we don’t have time.
      “What they have to do is two things. Don’t complain or there will be a problem. And try to do it better and better so when I need them, they will be ready. 
      “Look at Nathan Ake this season. Last season he didn’t play one minute and now he is undroppable.
      “It happens. Nobody has a guarantee with me. They have to earn it and sometimes we need a different shape for the way we build up or defend. 
      “Some players adapt better than the other ones. They take it personally but we are not against them.” More

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      Chelsea vs Brentford: Lampard looking to snap winless run in London derby against Bees – Stream, TV channel, odds

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      CHELSEA are up against Brentford in their next Premier League clash – and they’ll be desperate for a win. The Blues have yet to pick up a victory in four games since Frank Lampard took over as manager, and they haven’t won a single game since the beginning of March.
      Chelsea haven’t won a single game under Frank Lampard since his returnCredit: Getty
      Ivan Toney has scored 19 Premier League goals for Brentford this seasonCredit: PA
      A home clash against London rivals Brentford may be the perfect opportunity for Lampard’s Blues to finally pick up some much-needed form.
      Chelsea’s search for a new manager is intensifying, with Mauricio Pochettino now looking the favourite to become the new boss.
      But before that happens, the Blues just need a win, and it won’t be easy against a Bees side who are also desperate to pick up a victory.
      Ivan Toney and Co are winless in six but they sit a place above Chelsea in the table, and they’ll be hoping they can extend that gap on Wednesday night.

      When is Chelsea vs Brentford?

      Chelsea’s clash with Brentford will take place on Wednesday, April 26.
      The game will kick off from 7.45pm BST.
      Chelsea vs Brentford will be held at Stamford Bridge.

      What channel is it on and can it be live streamed?

      Chelsea vs Brentford will be shown live on BT Sport 3.
      You can live stream the action from the BT Sport app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

      Team news
      Kalidou Koulibaly is still out of action for the Blues with a thigh injury, while Armando Broja remains side-lined with an ACL tear.
      Lampard may decide to bring Joao Felix and Raheem Sterling back into the starting XI after they made bench appearances against Real Madrid.
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      N’Golo Kante should also see his run in the side continue, alongside Mateo Kovacic and Enzo Fernandez in midfield.
      Pontus Jansson will miss the rest of the season for Brentford with a hamstring injury.
      Odds

      Chelsea – 7/10
      Draw – 113/5
      Brentford – 21/5

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      European-Cup winning ex-Prem and England ace suing FA for damages in £300m brain injury case

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      A FORMER Premier League and England ace is suing the FA for damages in a £300million brain injury case.The European Cup winner is one of 15 players who claim heading the ball caused dementia or other conditions.
      Sources said an ex-Prem and England star who played during the 1990s was added to the brain injury claim in the past two weeksCredit: Getty
      They are part of a wider legal action brought by 379 sportspeople and their families against the governing bodies for football and rugby.
      Sources said the star, who played during the 1990s and won several caps for the Three Lions, was added to the claim in the past two weeks.
      His inclusion is a significant moment in the case because it is likely to shatter the myth that players only from the 1960s and 1970s had been affected as they were heading heavy leather footballs.
      Researchers say modern balls travel at greater speeds, increasing the impact on the skull.
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      So far, 105 rugby league and 260 former rugby union players as well as the 15 ex-footballers have joined the lawsuit, which will be heard in the High Court.
      Another 20 former footballers are in the process of issuing claims.
      They are suing, among others, the International Football Association Board, The FA, the English Football League and the Football Association of Wales.
      Some of the claimants have died and were found to have a type of brain damage known as chronic traumatic encephalopathy.
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      Those still alive have dementia, Parkinson’s disease, post-concussion syndrome, epilepsy or motor neurone disease.
      Their lawyer, Richard Boardman, of Rylands Garth, told The Sun: “We allege there’s been a systematic failure by the governing bodies to protect players.”
      Those whose deaths have been linked to heading the ball include West Brom’s Jeff Astle, who died at 56 in 2002. England’s 1966 heroes Ray Wilson, Martin Peters, Nobby Stiles, Jack Charlton and manager Sir Alf Ramsey all had dementia.
      Nobby’s son, John, who is part of the lawsuit, said: “In the fullness of time this will be seen as the greatest scandal in sport.
      “The players have been completely failed. They are uninformed and unprepared for the dangers.”
      He wants action including longer recovery time following concussion.
      The FA declined to comment. More

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      Man City vs Arsenal: Arteta’s men face do-or-die Premier League title decider against Haaland and Co – Stream, TV, odds

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      ARSENAL finally face Manchester City in their much-anticipated Premier League title-deciding clash at the Etihad on Wednesday night. The Gunners have led the league table for nearly the whole season, and have turned doubters into believers along the way.
      Jack Grealish scored in a 3-1 win the last time Man City played ArsenalCredit: Getty
      Arsenal had to come from 3-1 down to rescue a point against Southampton on FridayCredit: Getty
      But they’ve drawn their last three games against Southampton, West Ham and Liverpool, despite having leading 2-0 in the latter two of those matches.
      They now find themselves just five points ahead of City in the title race having played two games more, with Tuesday’s game still to come.
      Only a win for Arsenal would keep their destiny in their hands, while a draw or a defeat would hand City a major advantage heading into the final stretch of the season.
      And just for added drama, Gunners boss Mikel Arteta has to do it all against his former master in Pep Guardiola.

      When is Man City vs Arsenal?

      Arsenal’s big clash against Man City will take place on Wednesday, April 26.
      The game will kick off at 8pm BST.
      Man City vs Arsenal will be held at the Etihad.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Man City vs Arsenal will be shown live on BT Sport 1 in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the BT Sport app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

      Team news
      William Saliba is set to miss the clash for Arsenal as he continues to recover from a back injury.
      Granit Xhaka should be back in contention to face City after missing the Southampton draw with illness.
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      City will be without Nathan Ake, who is out with a hamstring injury.
      Odds

      Man City – 4/7
      Draw – 16/5
      Arsenal – 9/2

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      Fans left stunned after Man Utd supporter spotted getting HAIRCUT in stands during FA Cup clash against Brighton

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      FANS were left stunned after appearing to see a Manchester United supporter receiving a HAIRCUT during the game.The Red Devils took on Brighton at Wembley with a place in the June 3 final against Man City on the line.

      Man United fans cheered their side on to victory… well, most of themCredit: EPA
      Not all fans appeared to be fully engrossed by the game, however.
      In a stunning snap circulating on social media, one fan can be seen seemingly having his barnet chopped in the stands.
      Despite all fellow fans in his section standing as they watched the game, this fan sat down in a barber’s gown to receive his trim.
      As the image went viral online, one fan wrote: “Someone’s getting a trim at the game ffs.”
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      A second joked: “Peak if we score, his hairline is finished.”
      And a third quipped: “Imagine we score bro finna a bald patch in his head.”
      Another added: “Last minute winner when getting the hairline sorted gonna be mental.”
      A further social media user blasted: “That’s embarrassing.”
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      Luckily for the fan, neither team scored as the match meandered into a 0-0 draw.
      It went on to penalty kicks, with the first 12 penalties being scored.
      Solly March was then the unfortunate man to miss the target, with Victor Lindelof subsequently becoming the unlikely hero in the 7-6 shoot-out win.
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      Man Utd ratings: Wan-Bissaka wins terrific battle with Brighton dangerman Mitoma but Martial offers very little

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      AARON WAN-BISSAKA was the star of the show while Anthony Martial offered nothing as Manchester United beat Brighton in the FA Cup semi-final on penalties.After a tense 90 minutes, the clash headed into extra-time with nothing to separate them.
      Man Utd are in the FA Cup Final after beating Brighton on penaltiesCredit: Getty
      Marcus Rashford came close for the Red Devils while Solly March did for the Seagulls, but neither team were able to find a breakthrough as it went to a shootout.
      Alexis Mac Allister scored first for Brighton, Pascal Gross followed suit, Deniz Undav notched the third, Pervis Estupinan calmly slotted the fourth and captain Lewis Dunk made it five from five.
      Casemiro rolled home United’s opening kick, Diogo Dalot repeated the trick, Jadon Sancho rifled in the third, Rashford scored the fourth and Marcel Sabitzer completed a perfect five for United to send it to sudden death.
      Adam Webster was first up for Brighton and sent David de Gea the wrong way and Wout Weghorst did the same for Erik ten Hag’s men.

      March then skied the seventh for Brighton – leaving Victor Lindelof to step forward and book United’s place at Wembley against neighbours Man Utd.
      This is how Sun Sport’s Neil Custis rated each player for the Red Devils:
      DAVID DE GEA – 8
      Had an absolute nightmare in Seville as United crashed out of the Europa League but proved that when it comes to reaction saves alone he is still amongst the very best.
      Top stop to deny Alex Mac Allister’s early curling free-kick, a fierce drive from Julio Encisco in the second which he tipped over and a low effort from Solly March towards the end of normal time.
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      AARON WAN-BISSAKA – 9
      Had a terrific battle tracking Kaoru Mitoma down the flank. He even kept his eyes on him when he was off the pitch waiting to come back on.
      Produced tackle of the game when he wrapped his leg around him and got the ball right on the edge of the box in the first-half. Produced an attacking threat in the second.
      VICTOR LINDELOF – 6
      You can never fault his commitment when he is called upon due to injuries to others.
      Tried to take on the role of organising the back four and made some important tackles and blocks before scoring the decisive penalty.
      LUKE SHAW – 7
      With Harry Maguire out suspended and with Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez sidelined with injury, Shaw was moved into a central role which he always adapts to well.
      DIOGO DALOT – 6
      Not been at his best of late but showed his adaptability filling in for Shaw on the left as Wan-Bissaka took up the role on the right.
      Cost Shaw a booking though when he lost possession and his teammate had no option but to foul to stop a counter-attack.
      Casemiro did his job shielding the back four
      CASEMIRO – 6
      Could feel rightly aggrieved to be booked in the first-half given some of the tackles that did not get a yellow card.
      It left him no doubt worrying throughout the rest of the game that he was just one mistimed tackle away from a third red card this season and seemed to go into his shell.
      BRUNO FERNANDES – 6
      You often realise a player’s worth when he is not on the pitch and that was definitely the case in Seville when he was suspended. Was everywhere in the first period and had a good chance well saved by Robert Sanchez, then when put through by Casemiro he fired wide of the far post.
      Faded after the break as a foot injury he received in the first half started to slow him down.
      Antony was had a quiet game at Wembley
      ANTONY – 5
      A quiet game for the Brazilian who had been playing much better of late.
      Only threatened the goal once when he cut inside and his final shot was weak.
      CHRISTIAN ERIKSEN – 6
      Played further forward with Fernandes in what was a 4-1-4-1 formation with the two combining to good effect towards the end of the first period. Subbed early in the second-half.
      MARCUS RASHFORD – 6
      Not playing with the same confidence as before his recent injury which makes you wonder if he is fully over it.
      Really needed the top scorer at his brilliant best last Thursday and here but he can’t be expected to carry the goalscoring load on his own. Popped up with a shot at the end of first half of extra time which was deflected and saved.
      ANTHONY MARTIAL – 4
      Offered absolutely nothing as United limped out of the Europa League last week and very little again here. Had a great chance right on half time when the ball fell to him with the Brighton goalkeeper off his line but chipped it way over the bar.
      SUBS:
      FRED (On for Eriksen 62) – 6
      Back on the bench of late with the return of Eriksen from injury. But can still be relied upon to give the midfield some extra legs when it looks like they need it.
      JADON SANCHO (Martial 85) – 6
      Came on and immediately had a chance to be the hero but his shot took a deflection and went over the angle.
      MARCEL SABITZER (Antony start of extra time) – 5
      Got straight into the action and had a chance with a flick header that fell wide.

      WOUT WEGHORST (Fernandes 101) – 6
      Understandably dropped recently as he simply does not provide much of a threat and failed to read a good low Fred cross in extra-time.
      TYRELL MALACIA (Wan-Bissaka 101) – 5
      Came on to the left with Dalot switching flanks. Wan Bissaka had put a great shift in but Ten Hag felt he needed fresh legs. More

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      Laura Woods leaves fans in stitches with cheeky comment after Tottenham’s humiliating defeat

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      LAURA WOODS took to Twitter to make a cheeky comment as Tottenham were destroyed by Newcastle this afternoon.Radio presenter Laura makes no secret of her love for Arsenal while broadcasting on talkSPORT.
      Laura Woods will have enjoyed Tottenham’s battering at NewcastleCredit: Rex
      Spurs were humiliated 6-1 by NewcastleCredit: Getty
      And she’ll have no doubt enjoyed seeing Spurs’ humiliation at the hands of the Toon.
      It took just 21 minutes for Cristian Stellini’s shambolic side to fall 5-0 down.
      At this point, Laura took to Twitter.
      She wrote: “If I speak…”
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      Fans online enjoyed Laura’s tweet, with many making reference to her fellow talkSPORT host and Tottenham fan Jamie O’Hara.
      One wrote: “Jamie O’Hara is going to have a meltdown.”
      While a second tweeted: “Has anyone seen Jamie O’Hara 😂😂😂”
      A third commented: “Got a feeling O’Hahahara might pull a sicky tomorrow.”
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      Fans laughed at Laura’s talkSPORT colleague Jamie O’HaraCredit: Twitter / @talkSPORT
      Another added: “Save it for Jamie O’Hara tomorrow morning.”
      Jacob Murphy took barely 60 seconds to give Newcastle the lead against Spurs.
      Joelinton made it 2-0 on six minutes, before Murphy grabbed a second on nine.
      Alexander Isak then got in on the act, grabbing a quickfire double on 19 and 21 minutes.
      Harry Kane pulled one back shortly after half-time, with Callum Wilson completing the rout on 67 minutes.
      After the game, Jamie Carragher called on Spurs to sack Antonio Conte’s “mate” Stellini.
      He tweeted: “Newcastle are brilliant, they have been all season.
      “Tottenham are a disgrace! How have they gone to a back four for the first time this season, with Porro a full back that can’t defend & Perisic who is a winger.
      “Get a proper manager in right now, not Conte’s mate.”
      Woodsy is a favourite of talkSPORT listenerCredit: Instagram
      The radio host makes no secret of her Arsenal affiliationCredit: Getty More