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      Who is Lord Pannick KC? Man City lawyer who has previously worked for The Queen

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      MANCHESTER CITY are already looking at fighting their battle against the Premier League with full force. City have been hit with over 100 charges relating to alleged financial breaches over a number of years.
      Lord Pannick KC has reportedly been hired by Manchester CityCredit: EPA
      The club deny wrongdoing but could face severe punishments if they allegations are proven.
      The Lawyer report that City are now drafting in the biggest names from the legal professional to help defend their case.
      Respected lawyer Lord Pannick KC has been hired by the club as they look to clear their name.
      Who is Lord Pannick KC?
      Lord Pannick KC has two degrees from Oxford University and is known as one of the UK’s most respected lawyers.
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      He specialises on Public Law, Human Rights and Constitutional Law and has undertaken very high-profile cases during his career.
      His clients include The Queen, winning jan injunction in the High Court to stop publishing of allegations about her home life.
      Lord Pannick has previously advised Boris Johnson over allegations that he partied in Downing Street during lockdown.
      It is also likely to be costly for Man City as Lord Pannick could reportedly be paid £80,000 a day, or £400,000 a week, should the case come to trial and he was to be working full-time.
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      This wage would equal what star player Kevin De Bruyne is paid by the club.
      Lord Pannick is reported to typically charge around £5,000 an hour for his services and even at that wage he would be pocketing more than all but seven of City’s players. More

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      Major update after Everton footballer arrested on suspicion of child sex offences

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      PROSECUTORS are now probing the case of an Everton star arrested on suspicion of child sex offences.The Premier League player, who can’t legally be named, was held by police in July 2021 before being released on bail.
      The footballer was held on suspicion of child sex offencesCredit: Getty
      The Crown Prosecution Service has now confirmed a file of evidence has been passed to them by police, the Mirror reports.
      A spokesperson said: “We received a file of evidence from Greater Manchester Police on 31 January 2023 following an investigation into allegations of multiple sexual offences.
      “We are considering this material in line with our legal test.”
      The CPS will now examine the evidence to decide whether to charge or not to charge the player.
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      Police were scrambled to the star’s home in July 2021 where “several items were seized”.
      The international player was suspended from Everton while police investigated the allegations.
      A statement from the team at the time said: “Everton can confirm it has suspended a player pending a police investigation.
      “The Club will continue to support the authorities with their inquiries and will not be making any further statement at this time.”
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      The alleged offences have been described as “very serious” with a probe led by Greater Manchester Police’s Major Incident Team.
      In a statement, the force said: “Officers arrested a man on Friday 16 July 2021 on suspicion of child sex offences.
      “He is on police bail pending further enquiries.”
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      Casemiro and Thomas Partey warned Declan Rice could keep either out of team if he completes Man Utd or Arsenal transfer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED’S Casemiro and Arsenal’s Thomas Partey have been warned that Declan Rice could keep either out of the team if he joins their club in the summer.Newcastle right-back Kieran Trippier has made the claim about the West Ham captain after he impressed against the Toon in last weekend’s Premier League fixture.
      Declan Rice has been linked with transfers away from West HamCredit: Getty
      Casemiro has impressed since joining Man UtdCredit: Getty
      Thomas Partey is hoping to clinch the title with ArsenalCredit: Getty
      Kieran Trippier thinks Declan Rice is better than options both Man Utd and Arsenal haveCredit: Reuters
      Rice led the Hammers to a 1-1 draw at St James’ Park and Trippier spoke to the Vibe with Five podcast about the midfielder.
      The 24-year-old has been heavily linked with moves to Arsenal, Man Utd and Chelsea.
      Trippier replied without hesitation when asked if he would rather have Partey or Rice in his team: “Declan. Declan’s unbelievable. 
      “I don’t know if you watched the game the other day when we played West Ham, but just his intelligence, the way he breaks up play and how he travels with it, and how powerful he is.
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      “Unbelievable, probably one of the best in the world at what he does.”
      Trippier was then quizzed on choosing Rice or Casemiro, but again he picked his England team-mate.
      The ex-Tottenham and Atletico Madrid star said: “As defenders like me, you appreciate a Michael Carrick, or what Declan does.
      “So it makes your job easier when they’re just mopping everything up.
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      “Don’t get me wrong, Casemiro, the trophies he’s won, the Champions Leagues, he’s a world-class player.
      “But if you’re talking right now, Dec is incredible, he’s got the age as well.”
      Rice has just entered the last 18 months of his contract at West Ham but the club do have an option to extend his stay by an additional year.
      Irons manager David Moyes recently claimed it could take an astronomical fee to prize him away from East London.
      The Scot said: “Declan is going to be a top player and undoubtedly he’ll be a British transfer record if he ever leaves West Ham.
      “I hope it’s not [an inevitable departure]. I hope he sees his time here [at West Ham].
      “Look, there’s a lot of talk about it and it’s just important when you see what’s going about for the prices.
      “I think Declan will be blowing that out of the water, that’s for sure, when it comes around.”
      Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is keen to add to his central midfield options, having seen approaches for Brighton star Moises Caicedo rejected.
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      Meanwhile, Man Utd reportedly had a £100million bid for Rice turned down by West Ham before the season started.
      But they could go back in for him this coming summer, especially if mega-rich Qatari owners purchase the club. More

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      Meet Kobbie Mainoo, 17, who won the FA Cup Youth Cup last season and looks set for shock Premier League debut

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      KOBBIE MAINOO has already been given his Manchester United debut and he could soon be in line for a first Premier League appearance.The youngster has been named amongst the substitutes on several occasions in the league and he played for the first time in United’s Carabao Cup win over Charlton.
      Kobbie Mainoo celebrates wining the FA Youth Cup with Man Utd’s U18’sCredit: Getty
      Mainoo is seen as a wonderkid by Man UtdCredit: Getty
      Mainoo then came off the bench in last month’s 3-1 FA Cup win over Reading.
      And behind the scenes at Carrington there is growing belief the talented 17-year-old could be the heartbeat of the club’s midfield for years to come.
      The Stockport-born youngster was a key member of last season’s successful FA Youth Cup-winning side, and was rewarded with his first professional contract in May 2022.
      This season he has continued to progress for the Red Devils Under-18’s and Under-21’s, following that up with a 60 minute senior cameo against Charlton and a further 17 minutes against Reading.

      Erik ten Hag has been impressed and is now beginning to integrate the teenager into first-team more often.
      Mainoo was part of the squad that went to Spain for a warm-weather training camp and friendlies matches during the World Cup break.
      Been with the club since nine
      Mainoo began his football at grassroots level with Cheadle & Gatley junior football club.
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      He was scouted by United aged nine and he worked his way through the youth ranks to establish himself as one of United’s biggest prospects.
      In pre-season, United fans caught a glimpse of the playmaker in action against Altrincham.
      BBC Manchester commentator Jonny Crowther called him “different class”.
      Earlier this season, Mainoo scored twice in a thrilling 3-3 draw with Brighton for the Under-21 team.
      While back in August, he had fans purring during a mercurial display against Carlisle in the EFL Trophy.
      His vision, anticipation and tackling ability certainly caught the eye.
      One fan wrote: “I can watch 17-year-old Kobbie Mainoo’s compilations all day. Man Utd have a player on their hands,” while another said: “Investing in Kobbie Mainoo stocks now.”
      A third said: “I watched Kobbie Mainoo vs Carlisle United yesterday. Ten Hag has to include him in the first-team. This is not a joke.
      “He’s a baller. All he needs is the physical strength and forget Frenkie De Jong. He can do the job simple.”
      This season, Mainoo has thrived for the U21’sCredit: Getty
      Ten Hag has listened
      The excitement around Mainoo has seen Ten Hag, known for giving youth a chance at Ajax, take a closer look at the player himself.
      He is now a regular fixture in first-team training sessions.
      The teenager was first named in a matchday squad for the 0-0 draw against Newcastle back in October.
      And Ten Hag explained Mainoo, who has been capped by England’s Under-18 team, wasn’t there to just make up the numbers.
      The Dutch boss told the club’s official website: “It’s not experience, they [young players] have to deliver.
      “You are here to contribute to the team, to the team’s success, and that is why he is here.”
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      With Casemiro unavailable for United’s defeat at league leaders Arsenal, Kobbie Mainoo was also named on the bench for the huge Emirates game last month.
      And it’s surely just a matter of time before he finally gets his first taste of Premier League action for the Red Devils.
      At just 17, midfielder Mainoo has been raved about by United fansCredit: PA
      With more first-team opportunities approaching, Mainoo should get used to wearing a club suit in the futureCredit: Getty More

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      Barcelona looking to seal deal for ‘next Suarez’ Vitor Roque as 17-year-old Brazilian wonderkid stars at Paranaense

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      BARCELONA are reportedly closing in on the signing of Vitor Roque.The teenage sensation, known as “Tigrinho” in his native Brazil, has been earmarked for a transfer to the Camp Nou.
      Vitor Roque has been tipped for a transfer to BarcelonaCredit: AFP
      The Brazilian wonderkid has scored six goals in six games at the U20 South American ChampionshipsCredit: EPA
      Roque currently ply’s his trade for Brazilian Serie A outfit Athletico Paranaense.
      And according to Sport, Spanish giants Barcelona believe the 17-year-old has the mentality and characteristics to replace Luis Suarez in the medium term.
      However, more immediately he would fill the space left by Memphis Depay following his cut-price transfer to Atletico Madrid.
      Roque has been in terrific form for the Brazil Under 20 side at the 2023 U20 South American Championships, with six goals in as many games.
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      This tally puts him just three behind the record set by Neymar in 2011.
      The report indicates the Blaugrana have contacted two main figures at the South American club in order to get a deal over the line.
      The first is legendary coach Luiz Felipe Scolari, who moved into a football coordinator role following his retirement from management.
      The other is club CEO Alexandre Mattos, who is regarded as one of the most effective operators in the country after his success building the reigning champions Palmeiras.
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      Barcelona’s financial limitations mean a transfer will need to be a cost-savvy one, with his current market value estimated to be under £10million.
      But before the next window rolls around they will have a Europa League play-off clash against Manchester United to contend with. More

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      Chelsea legend Frank Leboeuf SLAMS Marc Cucurella and says defender ‘is not good enough’ to play for Blues

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      MARC CUCURELLA is “not good enough” to play for Chelsea, according to Blues legend Frank Leboeuf.Spaniard Cucurella, 26, arrived from Brighton in the summer for £62million.
      Frank Leboeuf says Marc Cucurella is ‘not good enough’ to play for ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Boss Graham Potter admitted the Spaniard has been suffering ‘family issues’Credit: Getty
      Since then the left-back has found good form difficult to come by amid Chelsea’s struggles.
      And that has led to him being dropped from the starting XI in recent games in favour of Cobham graduate Lewis Hall.
      Boss Graham Potter, who previously worked with the ex-Barcelona and Getafe ace at Brighton, has revealed that Cucurella has had family issues while going through his “difficult” transition to life at Stamford Bridge.
      But Chelsea legend Leboeuf, who won two FA Cups, a League Cup and the Uefa Cup and Super Cup during his five years at the club, is having none of it.
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      He told ESPN: “Hopefully Reece James and Ben Chilwell will go back into fitness as soon as possible because we need them.
      “We don’t want to see Cucurella anymore. With all due respect to a man that I don’t know, the player is not good enough for Chelsea. It’s as simple as that. 
      “It’s crazy that they signed him for £60m or £70m, but we can see that he doesn’t belong to this level.”
      Cucurella has been deployed at both full-back and centre-half in a back three this term.
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      He has started 16 of Chelsea’s 21 Premier League matches.
      Chelsea are currently languishing ninth in the top-flight and are 10 points off the top four and potentially looking at missing out on European football altogether next season.
      However, they are still in the Champions League and are preparing to face Borussia Dortmund in the last-16. More

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      Man Utd fans fuming after realising Premier League clash against Leeds is NOT being shown on TV

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans are raging their game against Leeds tonight is NOT live on TV.Erik ten Hag’s side meet their rivals at Old Trafford for the first time this season, looking to make it 14 home wins on the bounce.
      Manchester United fans are unhappy with the game not being on TVCredit: Reuters
      The game was meant to be played on 18 September but was postponed following the death of Her Majesty Elizabeth II.
      Bizarrely, this evening’s fixture comes just four days before the teams meet again at Elland Road on Sunday.
      Although it’s United’s only free week until the middle of March due to Europa League and FA Cup commitments, so there wasn’t much choice.
      The Red Devils face Barcelona in their two-legged play-off round later this month before hosting West Ham in the fifth round of the cup on 1 March.
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      Despite it being the only Premier League fixture taking place, it’s not being shown live on either Sky Sports or BT Sport.
      Even though each of their four meetings since Leeds have been promoted back to the top-flight have been picked for TV.
      And United fans on social media are far from happy with the decision.
      One said: “What a joke.”
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      A second admitted: “The fact that all English premier League games are not televised is an actual embarrassment, you can watch them all in the US.”
      A third chimed in with: “Why would they not broadcast this game, it’s a rivalry?”
      Another said: “Ridiculous that a game of this magnitude isn’t on the TV.
      “People pay a ton of money yet don’t get access to all the games. Something must change.” More

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      Mason Greenwood lost MILLIONS after Man Utd ace was accused of rape – but he could resurrect his career, expert says

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      A SPORTS law expert has said that Mason Greenwood may have lost millions after the attempted rape claims against him.Top lawyer David Winnie spoke to The Sun Online in the wake of Greenwood, 21, being dropped from his sponsorship deal with Nike.
      Mason Greenwood may lose ‘millions’ after being dropped by NikeCredit: PA
      Top lawyer David Winnie said brands would be put off by a ‘residual stigma’ hanging over the England internationalCredit: Getty
      David, a former professional footballer and head of sports law at Blaser Mills solicitors, said that sponsors would be put off by a “residual stigma” hanging over the Manchester United striker even after the charges against him were dropped.
      He said: “The financial benefits [of the Nike deal] would have been significant given how far he came in his career.
      “Prior to the charges he was good for sponsors…if he was doing well they’d want him front and centre…[but] now there’s a residual stigma for brands.”
      It comes as Greenwood is reported to be weighing up a major career move if he is sacked by his current club.
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      However, the rumoured transfer would see him take a hefty pay cut due to a salary cap in the league he is believed to be targeting.
      When asked how much the loss of the deal would cost the England international, David explained: “It’s potentially a significant amount.
      “There will have been bonuses for taking steps forward in his career [like playing for England].
      “Definitely hundreds of thousands…potentially millions of pounds.”
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      He added that major brands “probably wouldn’t want to be associated” with Greenwood “if or until his career picks back up again” and that they will be “slow to connect with him again”.
      However, David did feel there was some hope left for the Old Trafford ace, saying: “I don’t see why he couldn’t bring sponsors back in future.
      “He’s now free of any legal doubts…he’s not toxic…he’s back on the horizon, but it’s a very far horizon.
      “He’s the one who has to bring himself back…by playing football, getting his head down and doing the right things off the pitch.”
      Greenwood is currently suspended by Manchester United, pending an internal investigation.
      Despite the case against him collapsing, sources have said that his clubmates are not all in favour of having him back.
      Charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive control against the star were dropped earlier this month after several key witnesses withdrew.
      However, he said there was a way back for Greenwood and that he is ‘not toxic’ to sponsorsCredit: Reuters
      Charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive control against the star were dropped earlier this monthCredit: Getty More