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      Former England star and Premier League winner lands new job as manager of seventh-tier club after walking out on rivals

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      EX-ENGLAND star Tim Flowers has been appointed manager of seventh tier club Alvechurch.The former goalkeeper has joined them just days after he “shockingly unexpectedly” quit their Worcestershire rivals Redditch United.Tim Flowers has landed the Alvechurch jobCredit: GettyFlowers played 11 times for EnglandCredit: GettyFlowers, 57, stepped down as their boss late on Friday night after receiving an offer from Alvechurch.Redditch were less than 24 hours from their game against Stamford when he resigned.They announced to supporters that his time in charge was over on the morning of their fixture.Flowers had them as high as third in the Southern League Premier Division Central table.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut he has swapped them for same division strugglers Alvechurch, who are languishing in 18th.Church praised Redditch for the way they “dealt with the approach”.And they have already appointed a new gaffer in Matt Clarke.He has been re-instated as boss after the Crown Prosecution Service withdrew drug charges against him.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAs for Flowers, he has previously managed Macclesfield, Barnet and Gloucester City.He also previously worked as a coach at Leicester, Manchester City, QPR, Hull and Nottingham Forest.England’s Stellar Performance: Player Ratings vs IrelandDuring his playing days, Flowers won the Premier League with Blackburn in 1995 and won 11 England caps.Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Tottenham release new badge with major change but confused fans say ‘seems pointless’

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      TOTTENHAM have released a new club badge which features a major change – but fans say it “seems pointless.”Spurs’ current crest features the clean look of a cockerel standing on a football.Tottenham have revealed a new club badge with a major changeThe words ‘Tottenham Hotspur’ have been removed from under the ballUnderneath the emblem are the words ‘Tottenham Hotspur’.And supporters have been used to the simplistic style ever since the badge was marginally scaled back in 2013.However, a new badge has now been released.And it has removed the words from under the football to make for an even more basic look.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAn official statement confirmed: “We have removed the curved ‘Tottenham Hotspur’ text from beneath the cockerel. “This enables us to increase its scale across different environments and stand proud as a true icon for the Club.”But there has been a mixed reception towards the new look from fans.One said: “Seems pointless.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnother declared: “Would’ve got rid of the chicken and ball.”One noted: “A big difference.”Tottenham star Pedro Porro has everyone utterly baffled with bizarre fact about how he works his BINSSpurs first adopted the cockerel logo in 1921There has been a number of badges throughout the yearsAnother added: “Wow great change.”Founded in 1882, Spurs only started wearing the cockerel on their badge in 1921.It was a special addition to Tottenham’s kit for their FA Cup final against Wolves.Spurs won the match – which took place at rival side Chelsea’s Stamford Bridge – 1-0.And the cockerel has been a permanent fixture on the official club crest ever since.Between 1921 and 1972 the cockerel remained on its own before a football was added below.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt then underwent a variety of detailed transformations before the words ‘Tottenham Hotspur’ were added in 2006.And style-wise, Spurs’ new badge most closely resembles the “additional” one they had between 1973 and 1981.The designs became more complex in the 90sSpurs started to simplify the badge again in 2006Spurs’ most recent one, which removed an outline, ran from 2013 until today More

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      BBC ‘make TNT Sports host shock contender to replace Gary Lineker as Match of the Day presenter’

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      TNT SPORTS presenter Reshmin Chowdhury has emerged as a potential candidate to replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day.Lineker will step away from the popular BBC highlights programme at the end of the season.Reshmin Chowdhury has emerged as a candidate for the Match of the Day jobCredit: The SunChowdhury is one of the nation’s top sports presentersCredit: EPAGary Lineker will leave MOTD at the end of the seasonCredit: AlamyHis full-time replacement is yet to be announced, with MOTD2 frontman Mark Chapman understood to be the favourite.The Sun exclusively revealed last week that BBC bosses wanted him to share the job with Kelly Somers.However, Chapman has made it clear that he is NOT keen on the idea of splitting the role.The One Show presenter Roman Kemp is also in the frame for some sort of role.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLGabby Logan and Alex Scott are among the other names understood to have been discussed.But the Daily Mail claims TNT host Chowdhury is now in contention.The 46-year-old has admirers within the BBC having already worked for the company numerous times.At the start of her career, Chowdhury worked as a reporter for BBC London and BBC News.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSShe then joined the BBC Sport team in 2010 and went on to present MOTD2 as a stand-in.The presenter has also fronted coverage of the Women’s Super League and was a live match reporter throughout the 2018 World Cup.Gary Lineker’s best Match of the Day momentsAlex Kay-Jelski, the BBC’s director of sport, reportedly attempted to sign Chowdhury for The Athletic when he was previously editor.But the fan-favourite broadcaster could be tempted by one of the biggest jobs in football media.Chowdhury currently fronts TNT Sports’ coverage of the Europa League and Conference League.She has also presented coverage of the Champions League and FA Cup.As well as football, Chowdhury has also covered darts, tennis, the Olympics and the Paralympics. More

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      Chelsea star Cole Palmer rocks up at McDonald’s drive-through but fans joke ‘they don’t do chippy chips’

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      COLE PALMER rocked up to McDonald’s for a spot of dinner during the international break after missing England’s double win under Lee Carsley.Chelsea star Palmer withdrew from the latest Three Lions squad after picking up a knock to his knee in the 1-1 draw against Manchester United this month.Cole Palmer enjoyed a cheeky trip to a McDonald’s during the international breakCredit: XHe missed England’s wins after picking up a knee knock with ChelseaCredit: GettyPalmer pulled through to play all 90 minutes in the 1-1 stalemate with Arsenal a week later.But he opted to miss England’s wins over Greece and the Republic of Ireland to properly recover for Saturday’s trip to Leicester.And while regaining his strength, Palmer decided to treat himself with a late-night trip to Maccies.A picture shared on social media showed Palmer in the driver’s seat of a silver car which had pulled up to a drive-through window.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Chelsea star was all smiles as he looked at the camera, which was being held from inside the McDonald’s.And on either side of the open window stood two workers who posed performing Palmer’s trademark ‘cold’ celebration.Palmer’s impromptu trip for a cheeky meal went down well with fans, although one warned the forward he would not be getting his hands on his favourite “chippy chips”.The supporter said: “They don’t do chippy chips.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnother declared: “It’s too cold in here.”One noted: “Mc Chippy Chip.”Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca comments on Cole Palmer injury after draw with Arsenal Another added: “The influence is crazy.”Palmer enjoyed an incredible debut season with Chelsea last term following a move from Man City.He scored 22 goals and assisted 11 more in 34 games under former boss Mauricio Pochettino.And Palmer is looking just as sharp with Enzo Maresca, helping himself to seven goals and five assists in 11 outings in the new campaign.His form is likely to have resulted in a few of his favourite post-match Chinese dinners, which includes the legendary “chippy chips.”Palmer previously said: “(Favourite post-match meal?) Chinese, salt-and-pepper chicken, rice. Not salt-and-pepper chips, too much.“You know chippy chips? They have to be them chips or you don’t get them. Curry sauce, noodles.” More

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      Arsenal ‘eye sporting director who discovered Kylian Mbappe to replace Edu’ following Nottingham Forest move

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      ARSENAL are reportedly lining up a swoop for Luis Campos as their new sporting director.The Gunners have a role to fill upstairs following the shock departure of club legend Edu Gaspar.Arsenal are eyeing PSG’s Luis Campos as their new sporting directorCredit: RexThe Gunners were left rocked by the shock departure of Edu GasparCredit: GettyThe Invincibles title winner helped transform Mikel Arteta’s side into title contenders.But he stunned Arsenal by announcing his exit earlier this month to take up a position as chief executive of Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis’ footballing empire.The Gunners now lack a driving spark in the transfer market.And with Arteta’s men already nine points behind league leaders Liverpool, January reinforcements may be needed.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSky Sports claims a number of names are under consideration, including Bayer Leverkusen’s Simon Rolfes and ex-Real Sociedad man Roberto Olabe.But at the top of Arsenal’s list is none other than Paris Saint-Germain chief Campos.The Portuguese scout supremo currently has the title of ‘Football Advisor’ at PSG.Campos joined the French champs in 2022, two years after leaving Lille, while still working as an external advisor with Spanish side Celta Vigo.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnd he has overseen a whopping £640million-worth of spending in five transfer windows, bringing in stars like Vitinha, Ousmane Dembele and Randal Kolo Muani.Before PSG, Celta and Lille, where he signed Victor Osimhen, Campos made his name as sporting director at Monaco between 2013 and 2016.Former Arsenal star Nicolas Pepe pictured on night out with porn star Teanna Trump after cryptic relationship hintsLuis Campos’ most notable transfersMonacoKylian MbappeRadamel FalcaoJames RodriguezAnthony MartialRicardo CarvalhoDimitar BerbatovBernardo SilvaTiemoue BakayokoThomas LemarLilleNicolas PepeRafael LeaoJose FonteVictor OsimhenRenato SanchesJonathan DavidSven BotmanAngel GomesPSGNuno MendesFabian RuizRandal Kolo MuaniManuel UgarteOusmane DembeleLucas HernandezXavi SimonsBradley BarcolaJoao NevesIn that time he helped them sign huge names like Bernardo Silva, Radamel Falcao and James Rodriguez.And a year after Campos left, Monaco stormed to the Ligue 1 title with a team full of his signings also including Fabinho, Tiemoue Bakayoko and Thomas Lemar.Campos was also in charge when a certain Kylian Mbappe first joined Monaco’s academy in the summer of 2013.And Arsenal could now be the next stop on his footballing journey.Campos’ contract at Paris Saint-Germain expires in 2025, and there have so far been no talks to keep him in the French capital beyond that.It remains to be seen whether Arsenal, should they decide Campos is indeed their man, move now or wait until the end of the season.But it’s understood they are in no rush to appoint Edu’s successor, with his No2 Jason Ayto and head of recruitment James Ellis currently tiding things over.Edu’s 35 signings rankedEDU oversaw the arrival of 35 players during his time at the club.Some worked out better than others.Here, SunSport ranks them from worst to best…35. Nicolas Pepe (£72m)34. Willian (Free)33. David Luiz (£8m)32. Runar Alex Runarsson (£2m)31. Mat Ryan (Loan)30. Fabio Vieira (£34m)29. Neto (Loan)28. Marquinhos (£3m)27. Nuno Tavares (£8m)26. Matt Turner (£5m)25. Cedric Soares (Free)24. Albert Sambi Lokonga (£17m)23. Pablo Mari (£5m)22. Dani Ceballos (Loan)21. Raheem Sterling (Loan)20. Jakub Kiwior (£17m)19. Jorginho (£12m)18. Riccardo Calafiori (£42m)17. Kieran Tierney (£25m)16. Takehiro Tomiyasu (£20m)15. Mikel Merino (£28m)14. Aaron Ramsdale (£24m)13. Oleksandr Zinchenko (£30m)12. Gabriel Jesus (£45m)11. Kai Havertz (£65m)10. Jurrien Timber (£38m)9. Gabriel Martinelli (£6m)8. David Raya (£27m)7. Leandro Trossard (£20m)6. Thomas Partey (£45m)5. Ben White (£50m)4. Gabriel Magalhaes (£27m)3. Declan Rice (£105m)2. William Saliba (£27m)1. Martin Odegaard (£30m)Click here to read more Arsenal stories. More

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      Inside Arsenal’s 80,000-seater new stadium plans to transform Emirates into Premier League’s biggest ground

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      ARSENAL are exploring ways to expand the Emirates’ capacity to 80,000, according to reports.The Gunners’ home stadium opened in 2006 following their departure from Highbury.Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium holds just over 60,000 fansCredit: GettyThe Gunners are reportedly considering expanding their home stadiumCredit: PAEmirates Stadium’s capacity currently stands at 60,704.According to Bloomberg, they are interested in raising this number to around 80,000.Club chiefs are said to be keen on making their home stadium even more lucrative on matchdays.And they are also wary of being left behind by other clubs.READ MORE ARSENAL NEWSSince the Emirates opened its doors 18 years ago, Tottenham delivered their new stadium in 2019.Tottenham Hotspur Stadium boasts incredible hospitality facilities, and also a bigger 62,850 capacity.If Arsenal succeed in expanding the Emirates, their stadium would become the biggest in the Premier League.Old Trafford can currently hold the most at 75,653, while Tottenham are second on 62,850.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAI’s impression of how an 80,000-seat Emirates Stadium could lookWest Ham’s London Stadium is just behind Spurs’ ground on 62,500.While the much-upgraded Anfield hosts 61,276.Sky Sports pundits announce never-before-seen broadcast for huge Arsenal vs Man Utd clash Discussions over Arsenal’s potential stadium renovations are said to be at an “early stage”.No firm decision has yet been made over the project.The Gunners’ upgraded stadium would stand only behind Wembley Stadium.England’s national stadium holds 90,000 fans, having opened in 2007.The Emirates’s facilities currently lag behind those of Tottenham Hotspur StadiumCredit: Rex More

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      New Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim handed another injury blow before he even starts as star limps off on international duty

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      MANCHESTER UNITED star Victor Lindelof has suffered an injury on international duty.The Swede, 30, lined up for his country against Slovakia in the Nations League on Saturday.Victor Lindelof suffered an injury on international dutyCredit: GettyLindelof, 30, was helped off by medical staffCredit: RexLindelof wore the captain’s armband, but was forced off less than half an hour into the contest.The extent of the centre-back’s injury is not yet known.But he needed to be helped off the pitch by two members of Sweden’s medical staff, before later being seen on crutches.Lindelof has struggled for action at Man Utd so far this season.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe began the campaign with a toe injury, which ruled him out until late September.He is yet to start a game in the Premier League this term, and has played twice in the Europa League.His hopes of impressing new boss Ruben Amorim may have been dashed by his injury woe.Amorim, 39, is known to have deployed a back three formation at Sporting.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSLindelof was later seen on crutchesCredit: RexWith Harry Maguire and Leny Yoro having both missed time this season, Lindelof will be keen to stake a claim.Earlier this week Amorim was dealt a significant blow with Argentine national team medics having identified a “significant hip injury” in Lisandro Martinez.Man Utd fans claim Ruben Amorim could be ‘new Jurgen Klopp’ after heartwarming gesture on stadium tourThe defender will now be assessed by Man Utd’s medical staff.Amorim is set to take charge of his first game as Red Devils boss next Sunday.Following the conclusion of the international break, United will travel to Portman Road to take on Ipswich.Amorim has received one fitness boost, with full-back Tyrell Malacia having returned to action for Man Utd’s Under-21s following 17 months out with a knee injury. More

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      Liverpool ‘identify Mo Salah transfer replacement’ with Egyptian star’s contract expiring in summer and no deal agreed

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      LIVERPOOL have identified Lyon star Rayan Cherki as a potential replacement for Mo Salah, according to reports.Salah is out of contract at the end of the season and has been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia, with Paris Saint-Germain also interested.Liverpool are interested in winger Rayan CherkiCredit: GettyLiverpool are reported to be on the look out for his long-term replacement, and are said to like the look of Eintracht Frankfurt hotshot Omar Marmoush.The Reds are now understood to have identified Cherki as a possible replacement instead, report L’Equipe.Cherki, 21, has a year left on his deal although Lyon have the option to extend.However the French club may need to sell due to their rising debt, which stands at £422million.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLLigue 1 have placed a transfer embargo on the club and they will lose their top-flight status at the end of the season unless they improve their situation and avoid going into administration.Cherki made his France debut earlier this year and has scored 19 goals in 152 appearances for Lyon.He has remained coy when asked about his future in the past, suggesting he is focused only on Lyon.Speaking earlier this year, he said: “I don’t think about what’s next at all.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”My future will wait, until the end of the season. Lyon comes first. When the time comes to ask the question, we will ask it, but it is not yet the time.”Fulham have also been tipped to make a move for Cherki after failing with a £35million offer last January.Top 10 highest-paid Premier League starsFive Mo Salah strops at LiverpoolFive times things have got heated during Mo Salah’s Liverpool career.West Ham 2 Liverpool 2 – April 28, 2024Salah gets into a heated argument with Klopp as he refuses to shake the manager’s hand before coming on at the London Stadium.Liverpool 3 Sheffield United 1 – April 4, 2024Salah shakes his head as he is subbed off during Liverpool’s 3-1 win over the basement club.Chelsea 1 Liverpool 1 – August 13, 2023Salah storms off the pitch after being replaced on 77 minutes on the first day of the season.Brighton 1 Liverpool 1 – November 28, 2020Salah throws his arms up in the air and barely looks at Klopp after being subbed off. Brighton go on to equalise with a last minute penalty.Burnley 0 Liverpool 3 – August 31, 2019Salah gets in a public spat with Sadio Mane after failing to pass to the winger. Team-mate Roberto Firmino says the row had been brewing for some time.Read the full article from Jack Rosser More