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      ‘There’s two things I’d like to say’ – Piers Morgan leaves voicenote for ‘Mr Humble’ Erling Haaland after Arsenal win

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      PIERS MORGAN has rubbed salt into Erling Haaland and Manchester City’s wounds in spectacular fashion.SunSport columnist Morgan left Haaland a cheeky voicenote following Arsenal’s brutal 5-1 drubbing of City at the Emirates on Sunday.Erling Haaland was on target at the Emirates, but struggled for the majority of the matchCredit: RexMorgan, like the tens of thousands of Arsenal fans inside the stadium, revelled in Haaland’s misfortunes.It comes after the Norwegian memorably clashed with the Gunners in a fierce post-match melee in the reverse fixture at the Etihad in September.Following John Stones’ dramatic injury time equaliser in the 2-2 draw, Haaland was seen throwing the ball at Gabriel Magalhaes’ head.And tempers flared after the full-time whistle, where he asked Hale End graduate Myles Lewis-Skelly, “Who the f*** are you?'” after the debtuant got in his face.READ MORE ON ARSENALHaaland then proceeded to tell Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta to, “Stay humble”, before labelling ex-Citizens forward Gabriel Jesus as a “f****** clown”.His words were firmly in the minds of the Arsenal squad and fanbase, including Morgan, who sent a voicenote to talkSPORT.He said: “This is Piers Morgan for talkSPORT, I’ve just got back from the stadium after watching Arsenal demolish Manchester City 5-1.”The last time we played City, Erling Haaland had a lot to say for himself at the end of the game.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”Well, there are two things I’d like to say after today’s game Erling.”One is, I think you know who Mr Lewis-Skelly is now. And secondly, stay humble.Arsenal player ratings vs Man City – article”The way you lot are playing, you’re going to have a lot to be humble about.”Reacting to Morgan’s message, talkSPORT co-host Jeff Stelling joked: “Ah, the most humble man on the planet, Piers Morgan, having his say.”Ally McCoist then added: “The man who put the ‘H’ in humble.”And like Morgan, most of Arsenal’s starting XI taunted the Norway international all game.Gabriel screamed in the 24-year-old’s face for their opener before Lewis-Skelly mimicked Haaland’s meditation celebration.Haaland walked over to the away end at full-time his golden Prem badge on his shirt sleeve that indicates they are reigning champions.READ MORE SUN STORIESTold of Arsenal’s mocking celebrations, Guardiola smiled and said: “That’s good… that’s good.”Meanwhile, Arteta’s men are working to overturn a 2-0 deficit in the second-leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final away at Newcastle on Wednesday.Arsenal player ratings vs Man CityARSENAL stunned Man City 5-1 at the Emirates on Sunday evening.It was an incredible result against their rivals of recent years.Here, we take a look at how the Gunners rated…David Raya – 7/10Had very little to do in the first half but made a brilliant save in the 22nd minute to deny a goalbound header from Josko Gvardiol. Made another stunning save two minutes from the half-time interval, stopping a deflected Savinho shot from close range. Powerless to stop Erling Haaland’s 55th-minute header from briefly levelling the scores.Jurrien Timber – 6Didn’t offer his usual attacking threat going forward but was solid defensively. Picked up a pointless yellow breaking up a harmless counter-attack in the 24th minute. Almost scored late in the second half.William Saliba – 5Didn’t have much to do in the first half but won all his aerial battles in the first 45 minutes. Marshalled the defence well early in the second period but was embarrassingly outjumped and outmuscled by Haaland for City’s equaliser – a major flaw of his that continues to be exposed.Gabriel Magalhaes – 6Like his defensive partner, he was seldom called into action in the first half. Dominant in the air in his battles with Haaland, who he trolled after Odegaard’s goal.Myles Lewis-Skelly – 8Continues to endear himself to the Emirates faithful with composure and tenacity beyond his years as he brilliantly floated between left back and midfield. Put real daylight between the two sides with a thumping finish just after the hour mark. This young lad is a real bright prospect for both the Gunners and England.His trolling of Haaland by copying the Norwegian’s ‘Lotus’ celebration went down a storm with fans.Thomas Partey – 7Steady in the heart of midfield and broke up play well when required. Fired the Gunners back into the lead in the 57th minute with a deflected shot from outside the box.Martin Odegaard – 7Was in the right place at the right time to benefit from the aftermath of an uncharacteristic Manuel Akanji error and break the deadlock. Was at the heart of everything good the north Londoners did going forward.Declan Rice – 6Combative, as always, in the middle of the park and played a role in the home side taking the lead, teeing up Havertz who squared the ball to Odegaard.Leandro Trossard – 6Was particularly lively on the left in the first half, giving Matheus Nunes a real run for his money. His end product, however, wasn’t the best.Gabriel Martinelli – 6Lively on the right wing in the early goings. Found the back of the net in the fifth minute after some beautiful play from Odegaard but was needlessly offside. Forced a good save out of Ortega with a rasping effort in the 68th minute.Kai Havertz – 6Lively early doors, testing Stefan Ortega with a tame shot in the first minute. Teed up Odegaard for a tap in a few moments later. Missed a golden opportunity to double the lead in the 25th minute, dragging the ball wide with the goal at his absolute mercy. Made amends for his howler by finishing an even harder chance in the 76th minute. He well and truly needed that as he looked absolutely devoid of confidence.SUBSEthan Nwaneri – 83 (on for Trossard) – 7Put the cherry on top of the cake with an outrageous effort in second-half stoppage time.Mikel Merino – 83 (on for Odegaard) – 5Raheem Sterling – 89 (on for Kai Havertz ) – N/ARiccardo Calafiori 89 (on for Lewis-Skelly) – N/ARead more on all the latest Arsenal news. More

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      ‘I spent 10 minutes with him…’ Gary Lineker reveals what Mo Salah said about Liverpool future as contract runs down

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      GARY LINEKER lifted the lid on what Mo Salah told him about his Liverpool future.The Reds hero, 32, is out of contract at the end of the season – alongside Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold.Mo Salah talked to Gary Lineker about his Liverpool futureCredit: GettyThe Match of the Day host revealed the details of the private conversationCredit: PASalah can now negotiate a pre-contract agreement with a new club outside of the UK. He even admitted earlier in the season he is “more out than in” and that this is his “last year” at Anfield because there has been no update on an extension to his deal.Liverpool fans are desperate for a breakthrough to ensure Salah stays after 236 goals – including two at Bournemouth this weekend – and eight trophies in seven-and-a-half years.A move to Saudi Arabia continues to be on the cards after Al-Ittihad bid £170million for the forward in 2023. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd Salah’s recent conversation with Lineker will have done little to alleviate supporters’ fears. The outgoing Match of the Day host discussed his chat with the Liverpool star on his The Rest Is Football podcast. And it could suggest that Salah is leaning towards an exit.Lineker said: “He’s a lovely guy. I spent ten minutes with him when I went to visit Arne Slot [for a BBC interview].”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAlan Shearer replied: “Did you not get it out of him whether he’s staying or going or not?”And Lineker added: “He asked me, ‘How old were you when you finished?’Mo Salah calls out Jamie Carragher after Liverpool legend urged him to ‘take a leaf out of Virgil van Dijk’s book'”And I said, ‘Well, English football I finished when I was 32 and then I went to play in Japan for a couple of years.'”And he went, ‘Ah, you went for the money did you?'”And I said, ‘Well yeah I suppose so.'”And he went, ‘Yeah, I might do the same.’ Then he winked at the press guy that was there.”It was just a joke but he has got that cheeky sense of humour has Mo.”But Salah’s joke may have a hint of truth in it. Saudi chiefs are still determined to lure the Arab world’s greatest footballer to their mega-money league before he hangs up his boots.And they won’t want to wait any longer to sign their latest marquee transfer – and follow in the footsteps of Cristiano Ronaldo. A whopping £65m payday for just two seasons in the desert is potentially on the cards to tempt Salah to the Saudi Pro League.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd Turki Alalshikh, who has masterminded Saudi Arabia’s effective takeover of professional boxing, even fuelled speculation a deal could get done.He posted a mocked-up image of the two-time African Footballer of the Year in an Al-Hilal shirt.Turki Alalshikh posted this mocked-up image of Salah in an Al-Hilal shirtCredit: Facebook / TURKI ALALSHIKHFive 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

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      Mathys Tel makes dramatic Tottenham U-turn as he jets into London to seal transfer from Bayern Munich

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      MATHYS TEL has made a dramatic U-turn after agreeing to join Tottenham on loan, reports say.Tel and his agent Gadiri Camara shared pictures of them travelling to London in a private jet today on deadline day.Mathys Tel has made a dramatic Tottenham U-turn as he travels to LondonCredit: RexTel was dressed to the nines on a private plane ahead of his shock last-minute moveHis agent Gadiri Camara posted snaps from a private jet on Instagram this morningTel will join Spurs until the end of the season, according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano.It is a straight loan deal, with NO option to buy in the forward’s short-term clause, meaning he will return to Germany in the summer.The structure of the deal is still being negotiated but Bayern have accepted Tel’s decision to try his luck in the Premier League.Agent Camara posted snaps of him and Tel looking suited and booted in a luxury private plane on Instagram hours before the close of the window at 11pm tonight.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSIt comes just days after Tel snubbed the chance to switch to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.The 19-year-old allegedly turned the North London club down, with Manchester United and Arsenal both interested at the time.Spurs had been negotiating with the French teenager after reportedly agreeing a £50million deal with Bayern.And chairman Daniel Levy even jetted to Germany to help try to seal a deal before Tel refused it.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut now the teenager has seemingly gone back on his decision to reject Tottenham and will join Ange Postecoglou’s side.They are expected to cover his full salary until the deal expires in June.Inside making of Spurs whiz Bergvall who outshone Kulusevski and Gyokeres as kid Tel has been a fringe player at Bayern this season, playing only 344 minutes across their Bundesliga and Champions League campaigns.He is yet to score this term, but at 19 remains a thrilling talent.He scored nine goals and provided six assists across the Bundesliga and Europe last season – and mostly as a substitute. Bayern paid roughly £23m to land him from French side Rennes at the age of only 17 in 2022.Once confirmed, Tel will be Spurs’ fourth signing of the January window.His addition would come as a huge boost to boss Postecoglou, who has been calling for “help” to his frontline all transfer window.Kevin Danso was signed from RC Lens on Sunday on an initial loan with an obligation to buy for £20m in the summer.And 18-year-old Korean star Yang min-hyeok came during the first days of the window.Before young goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky was thrown straight into the starting XI after signing for £13.3m from Slavia Prague.Tel might jump start into Prem duties too, with Tottenham currently suffering from a horrific injury crisis.Spurs have NINE first-team players sidelined through injury, including Radu Dragusin and defenders Cristian Romero and Destiny Udogie.Keeper Guglielmo Vicario, Wilson Odobert, Timo Werner, Brennan Johnson, Dominic Solanke and James Maddison are also out.Postecoglou’s men sit 14th in the Prem, after winning just eight of their 24 games this season.READ MORE SUN STORIESSpurs had hoped to bring in Randal Kolo Muani from Paris Saint-Germain, but the France international joined Juventus instead.They currently have £65million striker Solanke sidelined and not expected back for another couple of weeks due to a knee injury. More

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      Newcastle line up transfer for Justin Kluivert if they lose Alexander Isak but face competition from Arsenal

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      NEWCASTLE are lining up a move for Bournemouth star Justin Kluivert – in case they lose Alexander Isak in the summer.SunSport understands the Geordie giants have watched the Cherries winger’s last five games closely.Newcastle are interested in Bournemouth star Justin KluivertCredit: GettyThe Toon will need reinforcements if big target Alexander Isak moves onCredit: GettyArsenal have reportedly also been monitoring Kluivert, who has lit up the Premier League with 11 goals this season. But Newcastle have been actively tracking the Dutchman and a move would see him follow in the footsteps of dad, Patrick.Eddie Howe knows he faces a massive fight to keep hold of Isak, who is wanted by Arsenal and Barcelona.The Swedish-striker, who has notched 17 goals already this season, is likely to stay at Newcastle if they can secure Champions League football.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSOtherwise he could be set for a massive mega-money move in the summer, with his current deal expiring in 2028.Newcastle fans are likely to welcome Kluviert with open arms – despite the fact that he scored a hat-trick at St James’ Park last month.His dad netted 13 times in his one season with the Toon, including the winners in the 5th and 6th rounds of the FA Cup against Chelsea and Tottenham. So good was his header versus the former, it was used in the movie Goal! the following year.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSIn a recent interview Patrick, who has four sons, admitted that the Bournemouth star could go on to be the best Kluivert ever.Kluviert Snr said: “He is the most dedicated. For a father, and also my father, it is so beautiful to see. I didn’t push them, either. Arsenal fans will have watched Carabao Cup disaster and wished Alexander Isak was playing for them – he’s unbelievable“They fell into it. It’s not easy, because they have “Kluivert” on the back. It gives an extra dimension, an expectation.”Kluviert Jr has been a massive part of Bournemouth’s incredible season, as they push for European qualification for the first time in their history.The 25-year-old is the club’s top goalscorer this term while the club, who sit seventh after defeat to Liverpool on Saturday, are dealing with a serious injury crisis to nine players.He has his eyes firmly set on getting into the Netherlands squad for the upcoming international break in March.The forward told Buzz Bournemouth: “That’s big for me. To play for your country is the biggest honour as an athlete and that is my goal, to really get in the squad.”I think we have shown this season what we are as a club and as a team. Especially in the Newcastle game.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I feel like I really took my chances for sure, but I would love for the guys who are not fit to get back into the squad because we will really need them.”Kluviert was manager Andoni Iraola’s first transfer and cost £9.5million from Roma in 2023. More

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      Man Utd academy kid, 14, sends Marcus Rashford sweet message praising classy gesture days before Aston Villa move

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      A 14-YEAR-OLD Manchester United academy star sent Marcus Rashford a sweet message after the forward joined Aston Villa on loan.JJ Gabriel is part of the youth set-up at United – where Rashford also progressed through the ranks.Marcus Rashford signed for Aston Villa on loan until the end of the seasonCredit: GettyJJ Gabriel praised Rashford for his classy gesture at the training groundAnd he revealed a classy gesture from the £325,000-a-week forward just days before he sealed his exit to Villa Park.Commenting on the post confirming Rashford’s switch, teenage sensation Gabriel dubbed ‘Kid Messi’ replied: “All the best thanks for taking pens with me [the] other day.”The youngster, who signed for United alongside Cristiano Ronaldo Jr in 2022, finished off the comment with a clapping hands emoji.Plenty of fans picked up on the remark and praised Rashford for his behaviour.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLOne said: “That’s actually quite wholesome.”Another wrote: “They all really looked up to him.”And a third added: “Very wholesome. I wish nothing but Marcus the best at Aston Villa.”Wayne Rooney revealed he saw Rashford training alone when he went to Carrington to watch his son Kai in action for the United youngsters.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAnd the club legend was left with second-hand embarrassment as Rashford worked out in close proximity to the juniors’ pitches.Rooney told the Stick to Football podcast: “I went into Carrington on Sunday to take my kids to game day and Marcus Rashford was out on the training pitch with the fitness coach.Inside Marcus Rashford’s demise from one of football’s biggest stars to £60m benchwarmer”But he was right over towards where the parents were walking past for the kids’ games.”I looked at him thinking how embarrassing it must be for him as parents walked past. He’s there and all the parents are walking past him.”After his public fall-out with Ruben Amorim in which he was exiled from the squad and told he would never play for United again, Rashford eventually completed his departure to Villa Park on Sunday night. Villa agreed to cover 75 per cent of Rashford’s mammoth wages – a stumbling block for other interested clubs – and have an option to make the transfer permanent for £40million at the end of the season. Upon arriving at his new club, the forward said: “I would like to thank Manchester United and Aston Villa for making this loan deal happen.”I was lucky to have a few clubs approach me but Aston Villa was an easy decision.”I really admire the way that Aston Villa have been playing this season, and the managers’ ambitions.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I just want to play football and am excited to get started.”I wish everyone at Manchester United all the best for the rest of the season.”Rashford was training alone at times before his departure to Villa ParkCredit: Getty More

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      What Arsenal’s win over Man City means for title race as Premier League supercomputer predicts final table

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      ARSENAL’S vengeful demolition of Manchester City might not mean much for the Premier League title race come May.That is according to the latest supercomputer predictions.Arsenal battered Manchester City 5-1 at the Emirates on SundayCredit: GettyThe Gunners moved six points behind Prem leaders LiverpoolCredit: AFPGabriel screamed into Haaland’s face at 1-0Credit: RexThe Gunners put in a superb performance over hapless City as they ran out 5-1 winners in a spiky showdown at the Emirates on Sunday.Erling Haaland cancelled out Martin Odegaard’s opener before Thomas Partey hit and teenagers Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri scored either side of Kai Havertz. But the goals told half the story as Gabriel screamed into Haaland’s face at 1-0 and Lewis-Skelly brutally mimicked the Norwegian’s meditation celebration.Haaland bit back by showing the home fans his golden Prem badge on his City shirt, before dad Alfie trolled Arsenal on X.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe win has Arsenal fans dreaming of a title push as they moved within six points of Prem leaders Liverpool, who have a game in hand against Merseyside rivals Everton pending.But the CasinoHawks’ number-crunching machine thinks Arne Slot’s side will run away with the Premier League.The AI calculator believes Liverpool win finish a huge NINE points above Mikel Arteta’s chasing men in a boring two-horse race.It is predicted that Liverpool will win 29, draw six and lose just three to finish on 93 points – six shy of Jurgen Klopp’s title winning 2019-2020 season.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSWhile Arsenal are forecast to lose two more games and finish second for the third consecutive year.And the AI boffins have Nottingham Forest finishing third to record their best-ever Prem finish on 74 points, 10 behind Arsenal. Mikel Arteta enjoyed every minute of Arsenal’s thrashing of Man City It comes after Forest smashed Brighton 7-0 on Saturday, as Chris Wood’s goal tally hit 17 after bagging a hat-trick.Meanwhile, seven-time champs City, who are suffering by their standards, are set to finish inside the top-four and qualify for the Champions League next season. That would be Pep Guardiola’s lowest-ever finish in the English top-flight since he took over the reigns at the Etihad nine years ago.But rivals Manchester United have it far worse after losing 2-0 to Crystal Palace at Old Trafford on Sunday.The miserable Red Devils are predicted to finish 12th after equalling a humiliating 132-year home record.That would be the lowest the iconic club have EVER finished in the league since its inception in 1992.Meanwhile, Bournemouth and Newcastle are set to beat Chelsea for Europa League qualification, as the Blues might be forced to play Conference League football for consecutive seasons.Fulham (61) take eighth with Aston Villa (61) ninth, both ahead of Brentford (50) and Brighton (48).While Tottenham, who finished fifth last year before being decimated by injuries this term, could finish a lowly SIXTEENTH, and one point behind Everton.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut it spells good news for Leicester fans as Wolves, Ipswich and Southampton are predicted to be relegated.The Saints are set to finish on 18 points and overtake Derby’s embarrassing, record-low tally of 11 points from the 2007-08 season.The AI computer has Tottenham finishing 16thCredit: PAArsenal player ratings vs Man CityARSENAL stunned Man City 5-1 at the Emirates on Sunday evening.It was an incredible result against their rivals of recent years.Here, we take a look at how the Gunners rated…David Raya – 7/10Had very little to do in the first half but made a brilliant save in the 22nd minute to deny a goalbound header from Josko Gvardiol. Made another stunning save two minutes from the half-time interval, stopping a deflected Savinho shot from close range. Powerless to stop Erling Haaland’s 55th-minute header from briefly levelling the scores.Jurrien Timber – 6Didn’t offer his usual attacking threat going forward but was solid defensively. Picked up a pointless yellow breaking up a harmless counter-attack in the 24th minute. Almost scored late in the second half.William Saliba – 5Didn’t have much to do in the first half but won all his aerial battles in the first 45 minutes. Marshalled the defence well early in the second period but was embarrassingly outjumped and outmuscled by Haaland for City’s equaliser – a major flaw of his that continues to be exposed.Gabriel Magalhaes – 6Like his defensive partner, he was seldom called into action in the first half. Dominant in the air in his battles with Haaland, who he trolled after Odegaard’s goal.Myles Lewis-Skelly – 8Continues to endear himself to the Emirates faithful with composure and tenacity beyond his years as he brilliantly floated between left back and midfield. Put real daylight between the two sides with a thumping finish just after the hour mark. This young lad is a real bright prospect for both the Gunners and England.His trolling of Haaland by copying the Norwegian’s ‘Lotus’ celebration went down a storm with fans.Thomas Partey – 7Steady in the heart of midfield and broke up play well when required. Fired the Gunners back into the lead in the 57th minute with a deflected shot from outside the box.Martin Odegaard – 7Was in the right place at the right time to benefit from the aftermath of an uncharacteristic Manuel Akanji error and break the deadlock. Was at the heart of everything good the north Londoners did going forward.Declan Rice – 6Combative, as always, in the middle of the park and played a role in the home side taking the lead, teeing up Havertz who squared the ball to Odegaard.Leandro Trossard – 6Was particularly lively on the left in the first half, giving Matheus Nunes a real run for his money. His end product, however, wasn’t the best.Gabriel Martinelli – 6Lively on the right wing in the early goings. Found the back of the net in the fifth minute after some beautiful play from Odegaard but was needlessly offside. Forced a good save out of Ortega with a rasping effort in the 68th minute.Kai Havertz – 6Lively early doors, testing Stefan Ortega with a tame shot in the first minute. Teed up Odegaard for a tap in a few moments later. Missed a golden opportunity to double the lead in the 25th minute, dragging the ball wide with the goal at his absolute mercy. Made amends for his howler by finishing an even harder chance in the 76th minute. He well and truly needed that as he looked absolutely devoid of confidence.SUBSEthan Nwaneri – 83 (on for Trossard) – 7Put the cherry on top of the cake with an outrageous effort in second-half stoppage time.Mikel Merino – 83 (on for Odegaard) – 5Raheem Sterling – 89 (on for Kai Havertz ) – N/ARiccardo Calafiori 89 (on for Lewis-Skelly) – N/ARead more on all the latest Arsenal news. More

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      Sir Jim Ratcliffe has Man Utd fans seething with unpopular decisions but they’ll thank him if he finally clears deadwood

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      IT’S fair to say Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s relationship with the fans has crashed and burned during his first year at Manchester United.But while the away end hurled C-bombs in his direction during United’s scrappy 1-0 win at Fulham last Sunday, there’s one thing Britain’s richest man can do to get them back on board.Sir Jim Ratcliffe has faced the wrath of United fansUnited fans have staged protests against the rise in ticket pricesThe Red Devils seem even more of shambles on and off the pitch compared to when the Glazers were running the show alone pre-February 2024.Fans are protesting the decision to scrap concessions and hike prices to a minimum of £66 per ticket for members.Resentment grows each month and often coincides with Ratcliffe being compared to football’s version of Scrooge after announcing a brand new cost-cutting measure.Things haven’t gone to plan, with United’s shock warning letter to The 1958 fan group over Profit and Sustainability Rules concerns the latest in a string of PR own goals.READ MORE MAN UTDTwelve months into Ratcliffe’s initial 27.7 per cent minority takeover, the “new” United lurches from one horror show to another under his Ineos officers, who sacked sporting director Dan Ashworth just five months after fighting Newcastle to get him.But manager Ruben Amorim’s right – fans must weather the storm and expect more heartbreak – including ANOTHER defeat at home to Crystal Palace on Sunday.Staff redundancies, replacing cash bonuses with M&S Christmas vouchers, cutting donations to player charities and a record low of 13th in the Prem have left many seething.But the United faithful could soon be thanking Ratcliffe if he just clears the deadwood in the dressing room.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSIt’s harsh to consider Marcus Rashford “deadwood” but the academy graduate’s relationship with his boyhood club has disintegrated.The 27-year-old has joined Aston Villa on loan until the end of the season and said it was an “easy decision”.Alejandro Garnacho gets into training with Man Utd first team Away fans hurled X-rated abuse at Ratcliffe at Craven Cottage on SundayAnd Unai Emery will have the option to BUY the England winger for around £40m in the summer.The move helps cut United’s crazy wage bill with Villa reportedly paying the majority of Rashford’s salary, which is worth a whopping £325,000-a-week.Any income from a sale of the academy graduate would also represent pure profit on United’s books with regard to FFP and PSR rulings.However brutal, Sir Jim would argue his cuts are necessary as irresponsible spending over the last decade has left the club’s finances in a dire state.United have been living a Champions League lifestyle on a Europa League income.Aston Villa unveiled Marcus Rashford late on Sunday nightFormer gaffer Erik ten Hag was, at an alarming rate, allowed to sign ex-Ajax players at will, for inflated fees, on extortionate salaries.But Ratcliffe won’t be sucked into panic buys like the £200m splashed on transfers in the summer of 2022 by the Glazers under Ten Hag.Amorim appears to back him up and warned fans that United wouldn’t repeat the “mistakes” of the past during this winter window.Those days are gone. In fact, Ineos admitted they need FIVE windows to allow the club to compete when they arrived a year ago.Before Ratcliffe arrived, Casemiro and Antony were brought in for a combined £152m after United were battered 4-0 by Brentford in Ten Hag’s first month in charge.The pair were costing around £575,000-per-week largely to keep the bench warm this season.However, Antony has joined Real Betis on loan and United have reportedly got the LaLiga side to pay 84 per cent of his £200,000 wages.Better still, if the flop winger performs well over the next six months, like he did last night, a permanent move elsewhere could be on the cards.Flop Antony has joined Real Betis on a six month loan this weekCredit: GettyNext up is United’s highest earner Casemiro. The 32-year-old could leave Old Trafford before Monday’s transfer deadline, with Roma said to be interested.The former Real Madrid man, who could also be lured to the riches of Saudi Arabia or back to his native Brazil, has failed to replicate the form he showed in his first season and has played 18 minutes in 2025.Sky Italy claim Roma would like a six-month loan deal, which would see the Brazilian return to Manchester with one year left on his contract.A permanent exit would get his ridiculous £375,000 weekly wages off the books. If that fails in this window, he could be out in the next.Casemiro has failed to replicate the form he showed in his first seasonRashford’s permanent exit would mean Alejandro Garnacho, 20, who is one of the few shining lights in the Old Trafford abyss for the majority of fans, can stay amid United’s worries about PSR.And transfer chiefs should do all they can to ensure that Garnacho doesn’t join a direct rival in Chelsea, who are ready to go right to Monday’s transfer deadline to grab the Argentine.While Ratcliffe clears the dead-weight, like Arsenal did when Mikel Arteta arrived in 2019, his transfer moves are a lot more thoughtful now.United unveiled Lecce wing-back Patrick Dorgu, 20, and Arsenal whizkid Ayden Heaven, 18, before their 2-0 loss to Palace at Old Trafford on Sunday. Dorgu’s arrival frees up out-of-favour Tyrell Malacia to leave the club on loan, with several European suitors interested.United have signed left-back Patrick DorguInjury-prone Luke Shaw returned to training last week, with his deal ending in 2027, but Ratcliffe must surely know the long-term future has to be planned without the hugely-talented England star.Meanwhile, Victor Lindelof, Jonny Evans, Christian Eriksen and keeper Tom Heaton will not have their contracts renewed in the summer.That will save a further £390,000-per-week, with Eriksen and Lindelof taking home £120,000 a week each.If all goes well, that’s almost half the squad out of the door in the next six months.It’s all the start of the long process that will see many more quite possibly leave, with Ineos claiming that everybody is up for sale to fund Amorim’s dream team. Silver lining signingsRatcliffe promised to buy young and NOT overspend – but fans think he might have got a few wrong, such as £36.5m signing Joshua Zirkzee.However, Zirkzee is performing better than Rasmus Hojlund, who the Glazers paid Atalanta £72m for in the summer of 2023.Ineos cleverly negotiated a combined deal worth £58.8m with Bayern for Noussair Mazraoui and Mathijis De Ligt, who both regularly start.Mazraoui, 27, has started 22 out of 24 Prem games this season and Bayern fans wanted to keep 25-year-old De Ligt.Meanwhile, United were shrewd enough to sign Arsenal’s rising bagsman Chido Obi-Martin as a 16-year-old during Ratcliffe’s first window.And in keeping with Ratcliffe’s under-25 strategy, the club spent £1million on bringing in 17-year-old Sekou Kone from Mali in August.With a return to Italy always an option for Zirkzee, the Red Devils have emerged as favourites to sign Amorim’s former striker Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting Lisbon.Other youngsters Harry Amass, Amir Ibragimov, Sam Mather, Ethan Ennis, Ruben Curley, and Habeeb Ogunneye have also been training with the first-team.READ MORE SUN STORIESSo a proper clear-out is Ratcliffe’s best bet.Who knows, there’s even a small chance the fans might be singing his name in a brand new Old Trafford one day if he sticks around long enough. 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      Inside Arsenal’s wild celebrations after thrashing Man City 5-1 as set-piece coach Nicolas Jover is carried down tunnel

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      ARSENAL players were thrilled after beating Manchester City on Sunday.The Gunners defeated the reigning champions 5-1 at the Emirates.Gabriel celebrates into the cameraCredit: X / @ArsenalNicolas Jover was carried down the tunnelCredit: X / @ArsenalArsenal players hugged in the tunnelCredit: X / @ArsenalInjured Bukayo Saka was thrilled with the resultCredit: X / @ArsenalMikel Arteta’s side went into the contest desperate to win, having been wound up by Erling Haaland’s “stay humble” comment towards the Spaniard after September’s 2-2 draw.Following the final whistle, Arsenal players made their way back down the tunnel in celebratory mood.Academy graduate Ethan Nwaneri hugged the social media team’s camera operator.While plenty of others hugged each other in glee.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDefender Gabriel yelled into the camera in elation.And set-piece coach Nicolas Jover was even carried down the tunnel.Injured star Bukayo Saka also looked buzzing at his team-mates’ triumph.Despite Arsenal’s huge celebrations, they remain second in the Premier League – six points off Liverpool having played a game more.Most read in FootballSUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAYErling Haaland was made the pantomime villainCredit: RexGunners supporters and players appeared to still be upset with City’s Treble-winning, two-time Golden Boot-holding striker Haaland.Gabriel seemed to have a pop at the Norwegian, who did grab City’s short-lived leveller. Mikel Arteta enjoyed every minute of Arsenal’s thrashing of Man City While hurt fans held up banners referencing his “humble” dig at Arteta.The wounded Gunners also played “Humble” by Kendrick Lamar upon the final whistle, again as a nod to Haaland’s comment.Myles Lewis-Skelly even performed the forward’s celebration after scoring Arsenal’s third.Haaland’s dad responded by taking a dig of his own on social media, referencing Arsenal’s lack of success under Arteta.Arsenal’s media team had shared a snap of a cross-legged Lewis-Skelly being mobbed.The Gunners added the words: “This team” – along with a clenched fist.Ex-Man City defender Haaland Sr quickly replied: ” «This Team» that wins everything. Ehhhhh, not” – followed by a blue heart.Gabriel took Treble-winner Haaland’s previous cheeky barb to heartCredit: GettyWounded Arsenal fans made banners for HaalandCredit: PA More