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      Man Utd legend Rio Ferdinand names his Premier League player of season so far… and it’s not Erling Haaland

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Rio Ferdinand has named his Premier League player of the season… and chose to snub Erling Haaland.The Manchester City goal machine is many people’s favourite to get the award at the end of the campaign.
      Rio Ferdinand has said who thinks should win the player of the season awardCredit: PA
      Rio Ferdinand has not chosen Erling HaalandCredit: AFP
      Haaland has been in exceptional form in his first season in England, netting 21 goals in 17 matches.
      Despite the Norwegian looking set to break multiple Premier League goalscoring records, Ferdinand thinks someone else is more deserving of the best player award.
      He told the Vibe withFive podcast that Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard should win it.
      Ferdinand said: “I’d go as far as to say right now, he’s probably my player of the year.
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      “Haaland has been great, don’t get me wrong, but if Haaland eases up with the goals and Arsenal win the league and Odegaard continues, he’s my player of the year.”
      Ferdinand also went on to praise the ex-Real Madrid man for living up to the potential he had when he was a youngster and the resilience shown to go out on loan from the LaLiga side.
      This isn’t the first time he has been hailed by the pundit, who previously likened him to Mesut Ozil.
      Odegaard scored a fine goal in the North London derby win over Tottenham to take his league tally to eight goals and five assists in 17 games.
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      The midfielder will be hoping he can carry Arsenal to the title and lift the Premier League trophy at the end of May.
      Mikel Arteta’s side currently sit top of the table, eight points clear of Man City in second.
      The Gunners welcome fellow title chasers Man Utd to the Emirates Stadium this weekend.
      Martin Odegaard was Rio Ferdinand’s pick for player of the yearCredit: Getty More

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      Arsenal boost as Gabriel Jesus starts kicking ball again and shows signs of early recovery ahead of Prem title run in

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      CROCKED Arsenal star Gabriel Jesus has been pictured kicking a ball again and showing signs of an early recovery.Jesus injured his knee during the 2022 World Cup while playing for Brazil and went under the knife in December with early indications suggesting he would be out for three months.
      Arsenal star Gabriel Jesus has issued a major injury boost on social mediaCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dejesusoficial/
      Arsenal ace Gabriel Jesus suffered a knee injury at the 2022 World CupCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dejesusoficial/
      But Gabriel Jesus hinted at an early recovery by juggling a footballCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dejesusoficial/
      However, the striker has raised fans’ hopes of an early return after sharing pics on Twitter of him juggling a football at the Gunners’ training ground.
      The Brazil international proved that he no longer needs the help of crutches and can walk unaided without his knee brace.
      Jesus also shared a short but touching message with the North Londoners’ faithful, which read: “I miss you.”
      Arsenal fans were ecstatic over the injury update and flooded social media to return the love.
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      One supporter tweeted: “Honestly, when you come back, you will be like a new signing. Quick recovery.”
      Another posted: “We miss you too.”
      A third wrote: “Get well soon.”
      This fan commented: “Miss you more.”
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      Another said: “Come sooner bro, we need your strength and skills man to backup the title charge.”
      Jesus was instrumental to Arsenal’s title challenge prior to the World Cup, bagging five goals and six assists in 14 Premier League appearances.
      Although the 25-year-old’s goals dried up in October and November, his influence on the attack remained prolific.
      However, Arsenal have maintained the same momentum during his absence as they have increased their lead at the top of the table by eight points.
      And Jesus’ replacement Eddie Nketiah has proven capable of filling his shoes with four goals since the resumption of top-flight football. More

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      How Aaron Wan-Bissaka proved Erik ten Hag’s selection right just 20 seconds into Man Utd clash with rivals Man City

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      AARON WAN-BISSAKA didn’t take long to justify Erik ten Hag’s recent faith in him in the Manchester derby.The full-back has been brought back in from the cold and started in Manchester United’s crunch clash with their neighbours last weekend.
      The full-back showed off his skills in the Manchester derbyCredit: BT SPORT
      Aaron Wan-Bissaka has shone since his return to the Manchester United foldCredit: GETTY
      Wan-Bissake is makig the most of Dalot’s injuryCredit: BT Sport
      Wan-Bissaka, 25, has found himself on the fringes of the starting XI for the majority of Ten Hag’s tenure but started against City due to an injury to Diogo Dalot.
      And the former Crystal Palace man gave the Dutchman a firm reminder of his capabilities a mere 20 seconds into the Old Trafford tussle.
      Wan-Bissaka sent City hardman Rodri sprawling to the turf with a neat bit of skill as he marauded forward – which received rapturous applause from the Theatre of Dreams faithful.
      The former England Under-21 international proved to be a constant threat going forward in United’s 2-1 triumph, which didn’t go unnoticed by team-mate Marcus Rashford.
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      The United hitman said: “We all know about his defensive qualities.
      “And for me, he just needs confidence to be pushed to go forward because, when he goes forward, he can create goalscoring opportunities for us.”
      Wan-Bissaka also shone in United’s recent triumphs over Burnley and Bournemouth, performances Ten Hag recently hailed.
      The former Ajax chief said: “It’s clear, he has a future [at the club].
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      “He had some good years here at Man United, but from the start this season he had a lot of illnesses and injuries.
      “From the restart on, he’s fit, he could train with the team, and you see him progressing.
      “His fitness level is getting better, his performance level is getting better and I’m really happy with his performance [against Burnley].
      “If you then give an assist, especially the way he gave an assist, his movement in the right moment, the timing, great pass of course from Bruno, but the assist is great.
      “So I’m happy with his performance, he did good.”
      Wan-Bissaka and his United team-mates will be back in action on Wednesday night, travelling to Selhurst Park to take on his old Crystal Palace team. More

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      Tottenham star Richarlison deserves three-game ban for ASSAULTING Arsenal keeper Aaron Ramsdale, slams Piers Morgan

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      PIERS MORGAN claims Richarlison deserves a three-match ban for ASSAULTING Aaron Ramsdale, who he insists did nothing wrong in the explosive North London derby.Arsenal clinched a 2-0 win at Tottenham to move eight points clear at the top of the Premier League on Sunday.
      Piers Morgan has called for Richarlison to be banned for assaulting Aaron RamsdaleCredit: Louis Wood
      The Brazilian and Arsenal goalie were involved in a spat at the end of the North London derbyCredit: Rex
      Spurs ace Richarlison was firstly involved in a spat with Takehiro Tomiyasu on the sidelines before refusing to shake compatriot Gabriel Martinelli’s hand.
      Despite not starting, it was a busy afternoon for the Spurs sub, who got on towards the end of the clash.
      Ramsdale, who was sickeningly kicked by a Spurs fan, bickered with opponent Richarlison at the end of the game and the forward angrily pushed the keeper in the side of the head.
      As a steward led the England international away to the edge of the pitch, a supporter climbed over the barricade in the Tottenham section and kicked the shot-stopper.
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      The trouble started brewing when Ramsdale turned to celebrate towards the fans that had been giving him stick after the final whistle.
      Richarlison then went over to the keeper before his temper got the better of him and he started pushing him in the head.
      Ramsdale marched away and went to grab his water bottle from behind the goal, but as he is bent over, the fan swooped in to attack.
      Missed by stewards, the idiot stepped over the hoarding and kicked out at the goalie.
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      A steward then pushed the spectator away before the culprit scurried back up into the stand and the crowd while trying to cover his face with a scarf.
      Players from both sides then ran over to try and diffuse the tense situation, although several squared up to one another.
      Richarlison later blasted Ramsdale for being “disrespectful”, but SunSport columnist and Arsenal fan Morgan is adamant that the South American was the one in the wrong as he called for him to be suspended. 
      He told TalkSport: “Tottenham fans were clearly giving him [Ramsdale] absolute hell the entire game, as you would expect in a North London derby and at the end, rather than hurl back all the foul mouthed abuse he had to sustain for 90 minutes, he turns round and kisses the badge and smiles at them.
      “On the general scale of declarations of war, an Arsenal player kissing the badge when they’ve just hammered Tottenham at their own backyard is probably not in the top 1000 things he could’ve done wrong.
      “Let’s get real about how offensive it was about Ramsdale, it was a bit of fun with a bunch of fans that had been giving him hell.”
      Morgan continued: “Richarlison, however, in my opinion absolutely crossed the line. I think he basically assaulted Ramsdale and should be banned for at least three games.
      “And I think the fan who then did what he did was carried by what he saw with Richarlison.
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      “I think players have responsibility, if they’re going to start getting violent, it’s not entirely surprising some hooligan idiot in the crowd got involved too.
      “So I think Richarlison was completely out of order.”
      A fan then kicked the Gunners goalie after the incident with RicharlisonCredit: Sky Sports More

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      No Dream Team player has earned more bonus points from match ratings than Bruno Fernandes this season

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      THIS may come as a surprise, actually it won’t because you’ve already read the headline, no player has earned more bonus points from match ratings than Bruno Fernandes (£5.3m) this season.Manchester United’s midfield talisman registered his 18th rating of 7+ in Saturday’s Manchester derby.
      His controversial goal (anyone else exhausted from all the talk of interference?) was the first of a quickfire double that saw the Red Devils come from behind to beat Manchester City 2-1.
      Kieran Trippier (£6.2m) and Kevin De Bruyne (£7.6m) also have 18 7+ ratings to their name this term but Dream Team bosses would probably have guessed as much.
      Newcastle’s vice-captain is by far and away the game’s best defender while the Belgian creator is king among midfielders at this stage.
      That Fernandes rivals this pair in the eyes of our ratings providers, WhoScored, is somewhat unexpected because it wasn’t that long ago the Portuguese playmaker was subjected to frequent criticism.
      Fernandes is collecting 7+ ratings for funCredit: getty
      In truth, he has been a victim of his own success at times.
      Last season, he scored ten goals and provided 14 assists in all competitions – a haul of goal involvements that is more than respectable for a player in his position.
      Nevertheless, some fans felt this return represented a significant drop-off from his outrageous debut campaign in Man United colours – 28 goals and 17 assists in 2020/21!
      It’s probably fairer to reflect upon that season as a Herculean effort rather than the norm.
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      Some criticisms levelled at Fernandes in the last year have been valid though, his passionate nature on the pitch often transfers to petulance and when things aren’t clicking for him he gives the ball away with frustrating regularity.
      But ever since Erik ten Hag steadied the ship after an initial wobble, United’s No8 has been increasingly influential.
      Man United’s results have been impressive in recent monthsCredit: getty
      Four goals and five assists represents a decent return at this stage without causing any jaws to drop but it’s the way he has adapted to the new regime that has led to a flurry of positive match ratings.
      In fact, he’s produced nine consecutive 7+ ratings at club level, a streak that extends to 14 games if his World Cup appearances are factored in – Dream Team World Cup managers will remember his plentiful returns in Qatar.
      Ten Hag has improved Man United considerably in a relatively short space of time and Fernandes’ uplift in form has one been one of several successes for the Dutch tactician.
      With 89 points to his name, the 28-year-old is Dream Team’s fifth-best midfielder at the time of writing and yet he’s half as popular as the man three points behind him, Miguel Almiron (£3.4m), although of course the Newcastle winger has offered incredible value for money.
      Fernandes may not be the unstoppable machine he was in 2020/21 but Dream Team gaffers would be foolish to disregard him entirely, his quietly going about his business very well. More

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      Reason Arsenal pulled out of Mykhailo Mudryk transfer revealed… with Mikel Arteta happy for him to go to Chelsea

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      ARSENAL are believed to have pulled out of a deal to sign Mykhailo Mudryk in order to poach a top Chelsea target.The Ukrainian winger was signed by the Blues in a mega-money deal despite long-term interest from the Gunners.
      Arsenal pulled out of the race to sign Mykhailo MudrykCredit: Getty
      The Gunners will now try to sign Declan Rice in the summerCredit: Alamy
      It had been expected that Mudryk would join Arsenal after he posted about the club on his social media.
      However, the reason why Mikel Arteta’s side dropped out of the race to sign him has been revealed.
      Arsenal are now planning a swoop for Chelsea target Declan Rice, according to The Independent.
      The report suggests that the North London side are “hopeful” of signing the West Ham captain this summer.
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      Rice has developed into one of the best holding midfielders in the Premier League over the last few seasons.
      He has also become a leader in the Hammers side, having taken over captaincy duties from the retired Mark Noble.
      Although the 24-year-old has made no secret of wanting to challenge for trophies in his career, something that is looking unlikely at 18th-placed West Ham.
      Arsenal will have to fight off interest from the Blues to sign Rice, but will have a couple of advantages.
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      With Graham Potter’s side currently in 10th, the Gunners are far more likely to be able to offer Champions League football next season.
      Arsenal will also have plenty of cash in the budget to spend, whereas it would be expected that Chelsea’s continued heavy spending will have to cease at some point.
      The Gunners also have Emile Smith Rowe, who plays in a similar position to Mudyrk, coming back from injury.
      So Arteta may have also thought that there was less need to spend over £80m on another attacker when that money could be better spent elsewhere in the squad. More

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      Haaland lets his hair down in model shoot for GQ magazine and reveals meditation is secret to Man City star’s success

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      ERLING HAALAND has let his long blonde hair down for the front cover of the latest GQ magazine.The Manchester City superstar, 21, is almost always seen with his flowing locks tied up in a ponytail.
      Erling Haaland sported a different look for the GQ front coverCredit: Buzz White
      He is establishing himself as one of the biggest stars in footballCredit: Buzz White
      The Norwegian has been nothing short of prolific since joining CityCredit: GQ
      But fans were given a rare look at the Norwegian’s hair down after British GQ released a couple of pictures from the shoot.
      In one of the shots, Haaland can be seen looking straight down the camera while wearing a £690 Givenchy jumper and £2,000 grey blazer.
      Then in the other snap, the former Borussia Dortmund man is rocking a £3,800 open jacket, a £325 jumper and a necklace.
      Some quotes from Haaland were also shared ahead of his GQ interview later this month.
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      Meditation was one thing he touched upon during the chat, attributing it to helping with his mental state.
      He said: “I think it’s a really good thing, to relax, to try to not think too much. Because stress is not good for anyone. I hate to be stressed, and I try not to be stressed.
      “But the concept of meditation is to try to let go of these kinds of thoughts. It’s really individual, but for me it’s worked really well.”
      He then spoke about how former Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer helped him during his time at Molde, adding: “The first thing Solskjaer said to me was ‘you have no idea how to head a ball’ We have to work on that.
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      “This is what we did for two years, the whole period in Molde. And it was a good thing because now I’m scoring goals with my head – thanks to them.”
      Haaland also named several strikers he has taken inspiration from by watching their playing styles.
      He said: “From Zlatan to Van Persie, to Jamie Vardy, to Sergio Aguero, Lionel Messi. Alvaro Negredo, Edin Dzeko, Mario Balotelli.
      “I think in the end, it’s a lot about being aware in your mind.
      “I still try to do exactly the same things I did when I was 13 in my hometown, I still do exactly the same runs. Show clips of me at 13 and you will see exactly the same thing.
      “I try to be a bit more smart, a bit more sharp, ahead of the people I play against. I try to be a bit more turned on in my head.
      ‘Because If I do that if I get one second then I might be able to finish and he cannot block, for example.
      “They think I go here, and I go there and I score. Things like this – it’s something I’m always thinking of.”
      Haaland has scored a sensational 27 goals in 24 games since joining Man City in the summer.
      But he is yet to get off the mark in 2023 as City fell eight points behind league leaders Arsenal at the weekend.
      Pep Guardiola’s men lost 2-1 to Manchester United, while Arsenal beat Tottenham 2-0 to open up a significant gap at the top.
      However, Haaland insists he is not bothered by any outside pressure being placed on him.
      He said: “I like to be under pressure, I like to be challenged. I think you are born with it, a lot in your head. To be focussed to be ready, to be relaxed in your head.
      “I think that’s one of the most important things as a footballer.
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      “I’m not sitting on social media reading about myself. You cannot control what people say, think and write about you. So there’s nothing I can do about it. I don’t care.”
      British GQ’s global sports issue is available via digital download and on newsstands on 31st January.
      Haaland is on course to break the Premier League record for most goals in a single seasonCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd fans all saying the same thing after incredible touchline footage of Casemiro in derby with Man City emerges

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans have sung Casemiro’s praises after footage emerged of his passionate touchline display against Manchester City.United beat City on Saturday at Old Trafford when a controversial goal by Bruno Fernandes cancelled out Jack Grealish’s opener before Marcus Rashford’s winner.
      WOW! Just seen this clip of Casemiro desperate to get back on the pitch.Man Utd hit the jackpot with this guy. His mentality and passion is unbelievably insane 🤯❤️pic.twitter.com/JtyA1kQTGc— UtdFaithfuls (@UtdFaithfuls) January 16, 2023

      Manchester United fans were impressed with Casemiro’s passion against Manchester CityCredit: TikTok / @mmz_weekly via Twitter
      Casemiro pushed a physio away after receiving treatment on the touchlineCredit: TikTok / @mmz_weekly via Twitter
      Casemiro was wildly remonstrating as he was desperate to return to actionCredit: TikTok / @mmz_weekly via Twitter
      Casemiro stood out once more with a stunning performance in midfield but there was one specific moment that captured fans’ hearts.
      Footage caught by a spectator from the stands showed the Brazil international wildly remonstrating whilst on the touchline having received some treatment.
      During the short clip, the 30-year-old is seen pushing away a physio and furiously waving to officials to let him back in the action before running onto the pitch.
      Once the footage went public, fans took to Twitter to praise the Real Madrid legend’s inspiring commitment to the club claiming that is the attitude that can lead them to trophies.
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      One supporter tweeted: “Man Utd hit the jackpot with this guy. His mentality and passion is unbelievably insane.”
      Another posted: “It means a lot to him, its [sic] straight from the heart.”
      A third said: “I love Casemiro so much.”
      This fan commented: “True Professional. This type of player understands that every minute counts if you are serious about lifting any trophy.”
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      And that one stated: “This guy is going to win the league for us.”
      Many questioned United’s decision to sign Casemiro for £70million at his advanced age back in August.
      However, the Brazilian has proven his doubters wrong with some incredible performances this season as he has amassed a total of 27 appearances across all competitions.
      It comes after a turbulent start to the campaign that also saw another major figure in Cristiano Ronaldo being axed after an explosive interview in which he slammed the club. More