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      Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Dean Henderson out for five weeks as Man Utd loanee picks up thigh injury

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      NOTTINGHAM FOREST goalkeeper Dean Henderson has been ruled out for five weeks due to a thigh injury.Henderson has put together a raft of stunning performances between the sticks at the City Ground ever since Manchester Untied loaned him out last summer.
      Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Dean Henderson has been ruled out for five weeksCredit: Getty
      Manchester United loanee Dean Henderson got injured against LeicesterCredit: Rex
      But Nottingham manager Steve Cooper confirmed his No1 will be sidelined for “four to five weeks”.
      The England international suffered the injury during last week’s 2-0 win over Leicester.
      Cooper said: “It is certainly a discussion point.
      “We have two League Cup games [against United] that Dean wouldn’t have played in anyway because of the loan ruling so we were always planning without him for those games.
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      “We need to get this weekend out of the way and see where we’re at after that.
      “Dean is going to be out for four to five weeks, which is obviously a blow for all of us, especially him, but these things happen and we carry on with our work and will support Dean to get fit as quickly as possible.”
      According to the BBC, Forest may have to turn to the January transfer market for reinforcement.
      Second-choice keeper Wayne Hennessey will take over in goal during Henderson’s absence.
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      Hennessey will thus start for Forest at Bournemouth on Saturday.
      But Forest have Jordan Smith and Adnan Kanuric as their other goalkeeping alternatives. More

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      Arsenal vs Man Utd: Gunners out for revenge against only team to beat them in Premier League this season

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      CAN anyone stop Arsenal’s relentless march towards what few predicted would be a Premier League title this season?Mikel Arteta has totally transformed the mood on the pitch and in the stands at the Emirates, and finally getting the Gunners back where they belong.
      Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta, pictured here with superstar Saka, is winning plaudits everywhereCredit: AP
      Erik ten Hag’s Man Utd revolution is already bearing fruitCredit: Getty
      But there is an old foe standing in the way of the Londoners – and it is the only team to have beaten them in the Prem this season.
      Erik ten Hag will bring his troops to the capital full of confidence – despite dropping points after Crystal Palace’s late leveller in the week.
      To be even in title contention is a miracle for the Dutchman and his troops who has had many battles to win in the months he has been in the hotseat.
      The biggest was with Cristiano Ronaldo – but the Dutchman emerged victorious as the Portuguese star’s contract was ripped up and he decided to play in Saudi Arabia.
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      Back in September Ten Hag guided United to an impressive 3-1 win against Arsenal at Old Trafford
      But this Arsenal is a different beast. Even after being dealt the cruel blow of losing star signing Gabriel Jesus to injury, Arteta has rallied the troops to the highest level.
      The likes of Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard and Thomas Partey look almost unplayable right now.
      Here, SunSport checks through all the stats ahead of the mouthwatering clash of the giants – and give a big match prediction.
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      What is their form like?
      The Arsenal bandwagon looks unstoppable at the moment.
      They have lost just ONE game all season, and have won four and drawn one of their last five.
      Man Utd are flying aswell – they have won four and drawn one of their last five games.
      But they were dealt a sucker-punch last time out as Michael Olise scored a worldie free-kick to salvage Crystal Palace a 1-1 draw.
      What is the team news and any injuries to worry about?
      Arsenal will still be without summer-signing Gabriel Jesus who is out with a knee injury and also midfielder Reiss Nelson.
      Mohamed Elneny will face a late fitness test, but would be on the bench at best.
      For Man Utd, Mason Greenwood and Jadon Sancho are unavailable, Casemiro is suspended, and Anthony Martial is facing a battle to be fit.
      Axel Tuanzebe, Diogo Dalot and Donny van de Beek are all ruled out with injury.
      Man Utd will be without influential midfielder Casemiro who is suspended after being booked against Crystal PalaceCredit: Getty
      Who will be the star men?
      Bukayo Saka is almost unplayable for Arsenal at the moment, the same can be said for a few of his team-mates too.
      Marcus Rashford is already repaying his manager’s faith in him by becoming on of the Prem’s most lethal marksmen at the moment.

      What have the managers said?
      After missing out on Mudryk to Chelsea, Arteta was quizzed after the Tottenham win on whether he needs more signings to finish with the title.
      He replied: “We had some injuries, long-term injuries and it’s not helpful but we can focus on tomorrow. Train better, train better and review the game.
      “We will try to improve the team. There are always a few parties involved.
      “The club are willing and they have my support and I have their support.”
      Ten Hag was fuming in the week after watching Michael Olise secured Crystal Palace an injury-time point in their clash.
      He said: “When you’re winning with two minutes to go, we dropped two points.
      “You don’t expect to drop points. We have to invest more to get that second goal and then not be in that situation that a lucky moment costs you two points.
      “We were 1-0 up. In the second half we had a lot of space to kill them and go for the second. I never saw we really went for the second goal.
      “I have to criticise my team. Go for the second.”
      Credit: Getty
      What are the odds?
      Arsenal 17/20
      Man Utd 29/10
      Draw 11/4
      Odds courtesy of Betfair.
      When is Arsenal vs Man Utd?
      Arsenal entertain Man Utd at the Emirates on Sunday, January 22 with a 4.30pm kick-off.
      Is the match on TV and what channel is it on?
      Good news for footy fans – the game will be shown LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League.
      How can I live stream it?
      Sky customers can stream the match on NOW and on the Sky Go app.
      You can follow all the action from the mouthwatering title clash through SunSport’s live matchday blog.
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      Both teams are in superb form – and providing a real upset in the title race with defending champs Man City playing catch and the likes of Liverpool and Chelsea miles behind.
      Casemiro’s suspension is a HUGE blow to United’s hopes here – and we thing big enough to help Arsenal bag the points with a 3-1 win. More

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      Arsenal fined £40k for player conduct during FA Cup tie at Oxford… days after identical fine for Newcastle clash

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      ARSENAL have been fined for their players’ conduct during the FA Cup clash at Oxford.This comes shortly after the Premier League leaders were handed a similar punishment against Newcastle this month.
      Arsenal have been fined for their players’ conduct in the FA Cup against OxfordCredit: Dan Weir / MatchDay Images Limited
      The Gunners have been slapped with a £40,000 penalty by the FA after their 3-0 win in their third-round tie at the Kassam Stadium.
      The North Londoners were charged last week for failing to ensure their players acted in an orderly manner during the first half against the League One outfit.
      Mikel Arteta’s players surrounded the referee as they appealed for a penalty after Albert Sambi Lokonga’s shot appeared to be blocked by an Oxford hand.
      A statement from the FA claims Arsenal denied the allegation and requested a hearing.
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      It read: “Arsenal FC has been fined £40,000 after its players surrounded a match official during the FA Cup tie against Oxford United FC on Monday 9 January 2023.
      “Arsenal FC denied an allegation from The FA that the club had failed to ensure its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion during the 34th minute, and the club also requested a hearing.
      “An independent Regulatory Commission subsequently upheld the allegation and imposed the club’s fine. Its written reasons for these decisions will be published in due course.”
      Arsenal were also fined £40,000 after a goalless draw with Newcastle at the beginning of the month.
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      On that occasion, the Gunners accepted the charge for failing to ensure their players acted in an orderly manner in the fifth minute of stoppage time at the Emirates.
      The North Londoners are currently eight points clear at the top of the Premier League table with Manchester City second.
      They are set to face Manchester United in a crucial clash on Sunday. More

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      Chelsea face ‘unpredictable’ FFP future if they fail to qualify for Champions League after £445m transfer spree

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      CHELSEA could be set for an “unpredictable” FFP future should they fail to qualify for the Champions League.The Blues have splashed out £445million on 14 new players since last summer.
      Chelsea have spent almost half a billion pounds on players including Raheem SterlingCredit: PA
      Some of the club’s high-earners such as Hakim Ziyech could leave the clubCredit: Getty
      That figure could rise further after the club reportedly agreed on a deal to sign Noni Madueke from PSV for £35m.
      However, should the club fail to qualify for next season’s Champions League they will miss out on vital financial benefits.
      Having struggled during the first half of the season, Chelsea are ten points behind fourth-placed Newcastle.
      Manager Graham Potter’s side will have to turn things around quickly in order to have a chance of reaching Europe’s premium competition.
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      This season the club are set to earn an estimated £81m from TV money, should they beat Borussia Dortmund and reach the round of 16.
      However, failure to qualify for the European tournament next year could be damaging to the club’s finances, according to the Swiss Ramble.
      The Premier League’s FFP rules state that clubs are allowed to lose £105m in a rolling three-year period.
      However, there are adjustments for money spent on the club’s infrastructure on things such as the academy, community project and women’s teams.
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      Allowances have also been made to clubs as a result of the impact Covid-19 caused due to lack of matchday revenue.
      Although UEFA has different rules as clubs are only allowed to lose £53m over three years.
      Chelsea do have some factors in their favour as many of the players that have joined are on long contracts which helps spread the cost.
      The club have also been reportedly interested in cutting some of its high-earners, such as Hakim Ziyech, Christian Pulisic and Kai Havertz.
      While Jorginho is also likely to leave as his contract expires at the end of the current season. More

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      Man Utd down in FOURTH in Deloitte Money League as rivals Liverpool climb above them with City top of the standings

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      LIVERPOOL have moved above Manchester United in the Deloitte Football Money League for the first time in the publication’s 26-year history.Deloitte’s FootballMoney League ranks the 20 highest revenue-generating football clubs in the world.
      Deloitte’s Money League for 2021-22
      Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United are fourth in the revenue rankingsCredit: Getty
      And United are behind both Liverpool and Manchester City in the latest figures.
      Erik ten Hag’s cross-town rivals City are top of the Money League after raking in an enormous £619.1million worth of revenue in 2021-22.
      Transfer fees are excluded from the figures, but they do include matchday, broadcast and commercial revenue.
      United are actually up a place from last year after generating £583.2m worth of revenue in 2021-22.
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      The Red Devils are fourth in the table, a place behind Liverpool, after an 18 per cent increase in revenue over the last year.
      However, it’s the first time they have been behind Liverpool since Deloitte’s figures began.
      Jurgen Klopp’s side have shot up from seventh to third in the last year, posting revenues of £594.3m.
      That is a rise of 22 per cent from the previous year, which is largely thanks to their run to the Champions League final and an increase in matchday revenue.
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      Premier League clubs make up six out of the top ten, with Chelsea, Tottenham and Arsenal also on Deloitte’s list.
      The Blues are eighth after raking in £481.3m of revenue – a rise of 10 per cent from the previous year.
      And it’s Spurs who come out on top in the battle between the two North London clubs.
      Antonio Conte’s side are ninth on the list after a staggering 23 per cent increase in revenue, giving them a total revenue of £442.8m.
      That is over £75m more than the Gunners, who, despite a 13 per cent increase, posted £367.1m worth of revenue.
      There are also a further five Prem clubs ranked outside the top ten, with West Ham 15th, Leicester 17th, Leeds 18th, Everton 19th and Newcastle 20th.
      Deloitte’s Sports Business Group director Sam Boor said: “The Premier League’s financial superiority is unlikely to be challenged in the coming seasons.
      “This is particularly apparent at a time when these clubs continue to attract international investment which often, in the best examples, encourages a focus on profitability, as well as on-pitch success.” More

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      Chelsea ‘on verge of Noni Madueke transfer after having £35m bid ACCEPTED by PSV Eindhoven’

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      CHELSEA have reportedly agreed on a deal to sign PSV star Noni Madueke.The Blues have already signed five players since the transfer window opened are believed to be set for their sixth.
      Chelsea are reportedly set to sign Noni MaduekeCredit: Getty
      Madueke is a product of the Crystal Palace and Tottenham academies.
      He moved to the Dutch side in 2019 and quickly broke into the first team.
      Before joining PSV, it is believed that he rejected a move to Manchester United.
      PSV have already lost star player Cody Gakpo to Liverpool this month.
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      Chelsea have agreed on a £35million deal that will see the 20-year-old return to England, according to ED.
      The story has now been backed up by The Athletic transfer specialist David Ornstein who Tweeted that the deal is “expected to be done”.
      In 80 games for PSV, the winger has scored 20 goals and assisted 14 more.
      The winger has also represented England for the youth sides.
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      He has played for the under 16s all the way up to the under 21s.
      Madueke has also attracted interest from West Ham and Leicester City.

      The Blues have been busy during the window having already signed prospects Andrey Santos and David Datro Fofana.
      The club has also added defender Benoit Badiashile and winger Mykhailo Mudryk to their roster.
      Potter has also brought in Atletico Madrid star Joao Felix in on loan, but he will miss two more matches after picking up a straight red card on his debut against Fulham. More

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      Jesse Lingard reveals three strict Man Utd kit rules from Sir Alex Ferguson days enforced by Wayne Rooney

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      JESSE LINGARD has revealed the three rules Manchester United players had to follow in order to look the part under Sir Alex Ferguson.The Nottingham Forest man spoke to Dragons Den star Steven Bartlett on his podcast Diary of a CEO about breaking into the United team.
      Jesse Lingard made 232 appearances for Manchester United after making his debut in 2011
      And Lingard revealed that it was drilled into players from a young age that they must follow three simple rules to keep the manager happy.
      He said: “At [Manchester] United we’re brought up [being told] you’ve got to wear black boots, no gloves and no long bottoms in training.
      “It’s just the basic things and you’re brought up with that.”
      He elaborated: “It’s just values, it’s morals, it’s the way you’ve been brought up. United put that into us at an early age.”
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      Lingard has explained that Wayne Rooney was the man who would enforce the rules to him during his time with the club.
      Recalling a game against CSKA Moscow where the former United striker insisted team-mates wouldn’t wear gloves despite below freezing temperatures.
      Lingard left the Red Devils at the start of the season after over 10 years with the club, progressing through the youth ranks and going on five different loan moves.
      The 30-year-old is now settled with newly-promoted Forest where he has become a part of Steve Cooper’s project with the midlands club.
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      The attacking midfielder is yet to register a goal or an assist for his new side in the league, but has two goals and two assists in just two games in the Carabao cup.
      Lingard is currently sidelined with a hamstring injury and not expected to return for his side’s clash with relegation rivals Bournemouth this weekend.
      Forest are currently sat in 13th place, but are only five points off the relegation zone as the season passes the halfway point.
      Lingard’s old outfit, United, are flying high since his departure and the arrival of new manager Erik ten Hag.
      They sit in third place with a huge game against league leaders Arsenal on Sunday. More

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      Man Utd fans bizarrely claim Prem is FIXED for Arsenal after Casemiro yellow and huge penalty call

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans have wildly claimed the Premier League is FIXED for Arsenal after two costly decisions in Wednesday night’s 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace.Scott McTominay was denied a penalty and fellow Red Devils’ midfielder Casemiro will miss Sunday’s trip to the table-topping Gunners after being booked.
      Red Devils’ midfielder Casemiro misses Sunday’s trip to Arsenal following this booking against Crystal PalaceCredit: PA
      Casemiro’s careless lunge on Eagles’ dangerman Wilfried Zaha earned the United midfielder what could be an expensive yellow cardCredit: Reuters
      Many Man Utd fans were convinced this challenge by Palace’s Chris Richards on Scott McTominay should have brought a spot-kickCredit: Getty
      Those two moments sparked some outlandish allegations on social media after United missed the win that would have put them second.
      The most bizarre suggestion was: “They’ve rigged the league for Arsenal to win. What a disgraceful League this is, the Premier League do not deserve Manchester United.”
      Another supporter posted: “It looked a pen in real time, the replay confirmed it? Not a good night for the integrity of referees, especially after VAR missed Martinez getting an elbow to the head.”
      Sunsport’s refereeing expert and former prem whistler Mark Halsey believes McTominay “SHOULD” have got a spot-kick.
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      The Scot tumbled after Chris Richards stood across him.
      But VAR official Neil Swarbrick declined to intervene as he felt ref Robert Jones had not made a clear and obvious error.
      Most United fans, however, appeared to agree that Casemiro deserved his yellow card after he floored Wilfried Zaha with a reckless challenge.
      And many observers suggested it could easily have been a red card.
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      The Red Devils were edging to victory through Bruno Fernandes’ neat finish when McTominay went sprawling.
      Some United supporters labelled it a “stonewall” or “definite” penalty but others argued it was difficult to judge if Richards made contact with the ball or player. 
      But after the spot-kick row, Michael Olise snatched a draw for the Eagles in stoppage time with a brilliant free-kick.
      And this post spoke for many Red Devils’ supporters: “Not only should that have been a pen, would’ve probably meant Rashford keeps his scoring form, win the game (2-0) and Casemiro is off without the yellow.
      “Now we dropped 2 points and Casemiro is suspended. Absolutely gutted.” More