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      Marcus Rashford ‘on brink of Aston Villa loan after agreeing to cover £325k a week wages… and deal could be PERMANENT’

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      MARCUS RASHFORD is on the brink of completing his loan move to Aston Villa, according to reports.The out-of-favour Manchester United forward, 27, is not wanted by Ruben Amorim and has been frozen out since December 12.Marcus Rashford looks on the verge of joining Aston Villa on loanCredit: PAReports on Friday emerged that Villa were keen to take the England international on a temporary deal until the end of the season.And now The Athletic and Fabrizio Romano claim a deal is nearing completion for Rashford to join Unai Emery’s side with the final details being thrashed out.It is stated Villa are covering the majority of Rashford’s whopping £325,000-a-week United wages he gets paid following his five-year contract extension signed in 2023.They are also offering performance-related bonuses. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThat is largely possible due to the fact the Midlands side sold Jhon Duran to Al-Nassr for £64million. The reports also add that there will be an option for Villa to buy Rashford included in the deal – while United may swoop for Mathys Tel if and when the No10’s exit is sealed. Rashford is keen to get his career back on track after a difficult few years under both Erik ten Hag and now Amorim. And the possibility of playing in the Champions League again will undoubtedly appeal. Most read in FootballBest new sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesBarcelona, Borussia Dortmund, Monaco and AC Milan were all linked with the United academy graduate – although the wages proved an issue. But now it appears Rashford will stay put in the Premier League.Inside Marcus Rashford’s demise from one of football’s biggest stars to £60m benchwarmerIronically, Rashford made a blistering start to the Amorim regime with three goals in the Portuguese manager’s first two league matches – against Ipswich and Everton. However, their relationship soured when Amorim was told Rashford had been out on a Friday night – less than 48 hours before the Everton game.He called the forward in for a meeting where he denied the allegations – and they still do not see eye to eye. Rashford then angered Amorim further by publicly revealing he is “ready for a new challenge” away from Old Trafford.To make matters worse, Amorim said he would rather put his 63- year-old goalkeeper coach Jorge Vita on the pitch instead of “a player who doesn’t give the maximum every day”.The player feels he is receiving unfair treatment – and there are thoughts it may be orders from the top.A source told The Sun: “Marcus thinks Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants him out of the club and has basically told head coach Ruben Amorim to get him out.“He might just have met his match with Sir Jim.”Marcus feels like he is being picked on.“In the early days of training under Amorim, he was trying to learn new systems and other players were also struggling — but he was the one who was getting more vocal criticism.“He knows he needs to leave but he’s shocked that no big team has pulled out all the stops to get him.”There’s been interest but financially it’s a complicated deal and that’s put quite a few teams off.“Marcus has been left bewildered by how quickly his relationship with Amorim has disintegrated.”Ex-United stars Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand and Paul Scholes all weighed in on the debate.Ferdinand suggested Rashford could look to sue Amorim for his comments while Rooney and Scholes both laid into the forward.Rooney said: “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.”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.Marcus has let a lot of people down with his attitude… the sooner he’s gone, the betterPaul Scholes”I was surprised when this started over two years ago, but now I’m not.”I’ve spoken to Marcus a couple of times and I’ve given him my thoughts and feelings that he needs to leave the football club.”Because whatever is going on in his life and at Manchester United, he’s not the same.”For him to have a fresh start, he needs to leave the club.”Scholes added: “I think Marcus has let a lot of people down with his attitude and I think that’s what the manager is trying to say.”You think of the young players coming through the team and think of [Alejandro] Garnacho.”They’re looking up to people like Marcus now and he’s 27, he’s clearly not training properly, he’s not living his life properly. They’re the examples these people should look at.READ MORE SUN STORIES”In a way, he’s saying he doesn’t want to be involved with the team and the fact of letting his teammates down, he should be banished from the dressing room.”If he’s in and around that and young people are seeing that as an example, the sooner he’s gone the better.”Rashford’s relationship with Ruben Amorim appears beyond repairCredit: GettyUnai Emery lost Jhon Duran to Saudi Arabia in a big-money moveCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd sign Arsenal wonderkid as Ruben Amorim makes Ayden Heaven his first signing with ‘substantial’ compensation paid

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have confirmed the signing of Arsenal wonderkid Ayden Heaven. The 18-year-old becomes Ruben Amorim’s first arrival since he took over as manager in November. Ayden Heaven has joined Man Utd from ArsenalCredit: Instagram @manchesterunitedHeaven will immediately join United’s first-team squadCredit: Instagram @manchesterunitedMan Utd have confirmed that Heaven has penned a contract until 2029 and he will be a part of the first-team.On signing for the club, he said: “I am incredibly proud to join Manchester United. “I’m grateful to everyone who helped make this dream a reality.“There is so much that I want to achieve in the game, I’ll be giving everything to continue my development and become the best player that I can be.” READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMan Utd chief Jason Wilcox added: “We are delighted that Ayden has joined Manchester United. “He is already an extremely talented defender who is ready to join our first-team squad in order to maximise his development. “This club has a phenomenal track record of supporting young players and we believe that Ayden is in the perfect place to reach his excellent potential.” SunSport understands Man Utd have paid a “substantial” compensation fee to land Heaven.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe towering centre-back made his senior Arsenal debut in October, coming off the bench against Preston in a Carabao Cup tie.Heaven impressed during the club’s pre-season tour in the US.Inside Marcus Rashford’s demise from one of football’s biggest stars to £60m benchwarmerThe left-footed defender is highly-rated by Mikel Arteta and the club are disappointed to lose him.But with his contract up in the summer, the teen reportedly refused a new deal as he felt his path to the first-team was blocked by the number of senior defenders the Gunners have.Both Barcelona and Eintracht Frankfurt had also made approaches for the England Under-19s international.Heaven follows striker Chido Obi-Martin in switching Arsenal for Man Utd.The 17-year-old hit the headlines last season after scoring ten goals in one game against Liverpool’s Under-16s and then seven versus Norwich.He has continued to be prolific for the Red Devils, netting a hat-trick on his debut against Nottingham Forest. Mikel Arteta handed his his debut earlier this seasonCredit: Reuters More

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      The Marcus Rashford vs Ruben Amorim showdown just days into manager’s reign from which relationship has never recovered

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      MARCUS RASHFORD and Ruben Amorim fell out just days into the Manchester United manager’s reign. Rashford is looking to leave the club before Monday’s transfer deadline, having not played in any of their last 12 games.Ruben Amorim’s relationship with Marcus Rashford is unlikely to recoverCredit: GettyRashford thinks Sir Jim Ratcliffe is behind the push for him to leaveCredit: AlamyThe Sun can exclusively reveal that Amorim’s sour relationship with the England star can be traced back to before his third game in charge against Everton on December 1.Rashford scored twice in a 4-0 win, but he has been named in just one starting line-up since then.A problem came to a head prior to the Everton game when he was accused of going on a night out by Amorim.The pair had a heated conversation and the manager questioned his professionalism.READ MORE ON MAN UTDA source told The Sun: “Marcus got called in by Amorim who said he believed he had breached discipline by going out.“Marcus denied it and was adamant he had done nothing wrong. He asked the manager to show him the proof he’d been out and said something along the lines of, ‘Are you calling me a liar?’“Their relationship has never recovered, and it’s hard to see how it ever will now.”It is not the first time partying has been an issue, as last year previous boss Erik ten Hag fined him two weeks’ wages for calling in sick to training after a booze-fuelled bender in Belfast.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSRashford featured briefly in the next three games after the Everton win before being dropped from the squad for the trip to Manchester City and he has not played since.Amorim explained his decision to leave him out, citing his “performance in training, the way you eat, the way you push your team-mates”.Amorim fires extraordinary blast at Rashford and says he’d rather put 63-YEAR-OLD coach on Man Utd bench ahead of himTwo days later, Rashford caught United off guard with a bombshell interview in which he claimed he was “ready for a new challenge”.The player feels he has been treated unfairly by Amorim on orders from owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who wants his staggering £325,000-a-week wages off the books.A source told The Sun: “Marcus thinks Sir Jim wants him out of the club and has basically told head coach Ruben Amorim to get him out.“He might just have met his match with Sir Jim.”Marcus feels like he is being picked on.“In the early days of training under Amorim, he was trying to learn new systems and other players were also struggling — but he was the one who was getting more vocal criticism.“He knows he needs to leave but he’s shocked that no big team has pulled out all the stops to get him. “There’s been interest but financially it’s a complicated deal and that’s put quite a few teams off.“Marcus has been left bewildered by how quickly his relationship with Amorim has disintegrated.”When asked about his Rashford’s exile last week, the Portuguese boss said he would rather put his 63- year-old goalkeeper coach Jorge Vita on the pitch instead of “a player who doesn’t give the maximum every day”.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt leaves the forward desperately searching for a new club and Aston Villa could reportedly make a late loan offer.Moves to Borussia Dortmund, AC Milan and Barcelona have already collapsed due to his £325,000 weekly wage packet proving a stumbling block. More

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      Tottenham ‘make shock Alejandro Garnacho transfer enquiry’ after Mathys Tel rejected move from Bayern Munich

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      TOTTENHAM have made a shock enquiry for Manchester United star Alejandro Garnacho, according to reports.The North Londoners are determined to sign a forward player before Monday’s transfer deadline. Alejandro Garnacho has emerged as a shock Spurs targetCredit: RexYesterday they agreed a £50million deal for Bayern Munich star Mathys Tel, only for the Frenchman to snub a move to North London following a face-to-face meeting with Daniel Levy.According to the Mail, Spurs have now turned their attention towards Red Devils starlet Garnacho.The Argentine winger, 20, was left out of Ruben Amorim’s matchday squad for last month’s Manchester derby and has reportedly been made available by club chiefs in order to ease PSR burdens.Unlike Marcus Rashford, also omitted against City, Garnacho has not subsequently been frozen out – with Amorim having heaped praise upon him earlier today.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Portuguese, 40, said of Garnacho: “He changed right after that City game. He’s improving but it’s not from me — it’s the way he understands things.“I just want to help him. He understands sometimes I am a different coach.”That I’m demanding in my way and sometimes it is hard to make the first impact.”All the merit is for Garnacho. He understood the position, playing inside and outside. The connection with Mainoo.”Most read in FootballSUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAYUnited are claimed to have demanded £65m when Chelsea asked about Garnacho earlier this month.While Napoli have had multiple bids, including one of around £50m, turned down by the Red Devils.Which Manchester United stars should stay and go?Garnacho has made 22 Premier League appearances this season, scoring three times and laying on just one assist.In total he has played 121 matches for United, netting 23 goals and assisting a further 15.The Red Devils have also shown an interest in Bayern teenager Tel, in addition to Aston Villa, Arsenal and Chelsea.But it has not been ruled out that the Frenchman opts to stay at Bayern until the summer after snubbing Spurs.Ange Postecoglou’s side also missed out on Paris Saint-Germain star Randal Kolo Muani earlier this month.The French international instead joined Juventus on loan.Tottenham have been linked with Brentford ace Yoane Wissa in recent days.While Southampton starlet Tyler Dibling and England international Angel Gomes have also been mentioned.In addition to a more attacking player, Tottenham would like to bolster their defence before the transfer deadline, particularly following the injury suffered by Radu Dragusin during Thursday night’s 3-0 win over Elfsborg.READ MORE SUN STORIESClub chiefs are claimed to have agreed a deal for former Chelsea star Fikayo Tomori from AC Milan.The centre-back, 27, is said to be mulling over a potential switch.Tottenham have bid for AC Milan defender Fikayo TomoriCredit: AP More

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      Marcus Rashford must knuckle down at Man Utd and copy perfect pro Harry Maguire – he didn’t act like a baby

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      IMAGINE if, 18 months ago, you had told Manchester United fans that Harry Maguire would be handed a new contract and Marcus Rashford would be frozen out.They’d have wanted to burn down Old Trafford.Marcus Rashford must knuckle down and get on with itHarry Maguire changed his Man Utd career by being a perfect proWhich just goes to show you the importance of showing a good professional attitude in times of adversity.So my message to Rashford would be this: Stop talking, certainly stop posting on social media, knuckle down and prove to Ruben Amorim and your team-mates that you deserve to be a United player.And remember what it was like for Maguire a year or two ago — which is far worse than anything that’s happened to Rashford.Erik ten Hag humiliated Maguire by stripping him of the club captaincy.READ MORE ON MAN UTDEvery time Maguire was partly responsible for a United or England goal, entire press conferences would be dominated by questions over his form.Yet Maguire was a perfect pro, he stuck to the task of proving himself and here he is now as a key member of United’s first team and with a contract extension until 2026.Maguire never said he wanted a transfer. He didn’t go on social media. He didn’t act like a baby.Remember the timeline. When Amorim took over at United, Rashford started the first two ­Premier League games, scoring three goals.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSTwo weeks later, he was left out of the squad for the Manchester derby, which United won, along with Alejandro Garnacho.Within days Marcus was conducting an interview in which he said he was ready for a new challenge elsewhere.Which Manchester United stars should stay and go?Alejandro Garnacho worked his way back into the first team after being dropped for the Manchester derbyCredit: APMeanwhile, Garnacho worked his way back into the first team, which shows what can happen if you don’t act like a prima donna.If Rashford remains at Old Trafford beyond Monday’s transfer deadline, he needs to follow Maguire’s example.People keep telling me I’m harsh on Marcus but there is nothing personal. Marcus needs to realise that there is no agenda against him.When he was doing great things on and off the pitch, he was lavished with praise. He even got an MBE!I’d love it if in a year’s time I was writing an apology here, saying that I’d got it totally wrong about him. But I doubt if I will have reason to.If I do sound harsh then it’s because I know from personal experience that far worse happens to footballers who have done nothing wrong.Players get singled out by managers, frozen out of teams and bombed out of clubs all the time.I’ll give you a few personal examples.People keep telling me I’m harsh on Marcus but there is nothing personal. Marcus needs to realise that there is no agenda against him.Troy DeeneyOne was when the Italian coach Walter Mazzarri came to Watford and rarely started me, frequently suggesting in public that I wasn’t giving enough in training.This was entirely unjustified. You could  accuse me of having a bad game or a bad spell but never a bad work ethic.But at least Rashford can have arguments with Amorim in English. Mazzarri could barely speak a word, so we often found ourselves trying to have blazing rows via an interpreter.We’d rant and rage at each other — with this poor interpreter stuck between two big blokes with big egos with steam coming out of their eyes — and by the time he’d translated what either of us said, the sting had gone out of the argument.It was like if you’re having a row with your missus on the phone and just as you’re getting to your best point, you lose phone reception — you can never really start the argument properly again!Then, after Watford were relegated in 2020, I was one of five senior pros who were frozen out of the first-team squad and made to train away from the main group because they wanted to off-load us for financial reasons. Harry Maguire has worked his way back into United’s first XIWe didn’t like it but we always turned up on time, trained properly and didn’t complain publicly.I ended up staying that season, because a move to Tottenham couldn’t be finalised, and I played my part in winning promotion.The previous season, Nigel Pearson arrived as manager and challenged me — just to prove to the rest of the dressing room that nobody was safe.I respected Nigel and on that occasion, a combative approach worked.When I managed Forest Green Rovers briefly last season, I did publicly criticise my players.I want to manage again and, if I do, I’d keep that sort of criticism in house.Thierry Henry recently told me that he’d had a go at his players in the media while managing Monaco. He said players of our generation could take it but that times have changed. I agree.Now players are rewarded with £300,000-a-week, five-year contracts for half-decent form, then think the world owes them a living and that they’re above taking any stick.I’d love it if in a year’s time I was writing an apology here, saying that I’d got it totally wrong about him. But I doubt if I will have reason to.Troy DeeneySo I have no problem with Amorim calling out Rashford — even last weekend’s jibe that he would rather have his 63-year-old goalkeeping coach on the bench, rather than a player who didn’t give his all.Amorim is setting standards, building foundations.He’s the sort of manager I’d have loved to work for and he’s United’s best hope in years.Rashford was once United’s great hope but not any more.READ MORE SUN STORIESI don’t foresee a future for him at Old Trafford and he will never go down as a club legend,  merely a decent player who came through the ranks but lost his way.Maybe I’ll be proved wrong. Maybe I’ll write that apology. But I’m not holding my breath.Man Utd ratings vs FCSB as Mainoo shines in new role but one team-mate strugglesKOBBIE MAINOO ran the show as Manchester United marched on in the Europa League in Romania.SunSport’s Henry Tomlinson has given his ratings of the United players against FCSB…Altay Bayindir – 6He was often a bystander during the game despite the hosts often getting up the pitch.Did show that he needs to work on his ball control with his feet with a few sloppy clearances.Noussair Mazraoui – 7Battled well at times as he took up the third centre-back role.Did very little wrong throughout the match.Matthijs de Ligt – 7Solid showing from the Dutchman in Romania who provided the muscle in the backline.Lisandro Martinez 70′ – 6Did well to help out in defence and keep the ball moving forward.Although, he should never have been allowed to take a decent free-kick opportunity in the first half that he blazed over.Diogo Dalot – 7Out on the wing, Dalot struggled to have a good impact on the game and was caught out on occasion when needing to defend.But proved crucial as he netted the opening goal with a tap in after making a good run at the back post.Toby Collyer 45′ – 6Made up one-half of Man United’s academy midfield duo and looked composed throughout the clash.He did not let the occasion get to him, as he showed plenty of strength when required.Harshly hooked at half-time.Kobbie Mainoo – 8Excelled in a slightly more advanced role to Collyer in the midfielder.Mainoo set up the opener with a cracking low cross to Dalot before scoring himself with a composed finish.Tyrell Malacia 45′ – 5Provided plenty of width in the left-wing-back role and whipped in a couple of decent crosses.Was replaced at the breakChristian Eriksen 70′ – 6Forced a decent save inside 20 minutes and linked the play between the midfield and final third.Fell off during the second half and was replaced by Casemiro.Bruno Fernandes – 6Had a couple of moans at the referee in the first half and was largely quiet.Benefitted from the changes at the break as he had more natural attackers to link up with.Rasmus Hojlund 80′ – 5The misfiring striker put in plenty of effort as he was often making runs.Had a decent chance with his head but failed to get enough power on it to trouble the goalkeeper.SUBSAmad Diallo 45′ – 6Added a bit more threat on the wing after replacing Malacia.Alejandro Ganracho 45′ – 7Almost made an instant impact as he latched onto a loose ball but his effort hit the wrong side of the post.Picked up an assist with a decent pass to Mainoo.Leny Yoro 70′ – 6Slotted into the backline to help see out the game.Casemiro 70′ – 6Dropped deep into the midfield and gave himself as an option for defenders to pass to do move the ball forward.Joshua Zirkzee 80′ – 5Did not get much of an opportunity to grab a goal. 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      Mikel Arteta issues worrying transfer update with Arsenal desperately scrambling after failed Ollie Watkins bid

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      MIKEL ARTETA says he cannot promise fans that Arsenal will sign a striker before the January deadline.But the Gunners boss has assured them the club are “actively” working on bringing someone in, suggesting that age does NOT matter following their failed Ollie Watkins bid.Mikel Arteta has issued a worrying transfer update for Arsenal fansThe Gunners had a £60m bid for Ollie Watkins rejectedAston Villa rejected an offer of around £60m for Watkins, 29, from Arsenal earlier this week, and are now unlikely to sell with the impending £64m departure of Jhon Duran, 21, to Saudi’s Al Nassr.Arteta is desperate to bring in a forward before Monday’s deadline to bolster a squad that has suffered big injuries in attacking areas to the likes of Gabriel Jesus and Bukayo Saka.But the Spaniard admitted: “We are trying everything that we can, but I don’t want to give any reassurance or not. It doesn’t depend only on us.“We have the intention, the purpose and the ambition to try to help the team and support the squad to be better and to finish the season really, really strong. We are actively trying to do that.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL NEWS“I’m very confident with the work that the club is doing, and exploring every single opportunity that we believe can have an impact on the team.“If that’s the certainly the case and we can agree on something, we will, and if not, we won’t. I’m not going to talk about any individuals.”Arsenal’s pursuit of Watkins has taken some by surprise given the player’s age and profile, with Arteta in the past opting to strengthen his squad with young talents with potential.But Arteta explained: “We don’t really look at the market in those terms.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS“We look at what we have in this squad and what we are lacking and what can really impact.“And bring something that potentially can make us much better, regardless of the age or sometimes the background that they have.Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta heaps praise on ‘calm and composed’ youngster Ethan Nwaneri for Champions League victory “It’s a real belief that that player can be really good for us over time.”Jesus is fighting to be back in 2025 after undergoing surgery on an ACL rupture, while Saka is targeting a March comeback following a hamstring operation.On if another injury or a negative result against Manchester City on Sunday could change their approach, Arteta added: “Hopefully not.“But obviously if something happens that obviously is not planned, it would put the squad in a much dangerous position.“It might do, you know, but [signing someone because of a defeat] no. That would mean that we haven’t planned anything and we’re just reacting to something last second, which is not good.”There are also concerns over the fitness of No.1 David Raya, who missed the 2-1 Champions League victory at Girona on Wednesday night with a muscular issue.READ MORE SUN STORIESLoanee Neto would be forced to step in to face City after only making his debut in Spain. Arteta said: “We are still uncertain. We have another session so we have to wait and see.”Arsenal ratings vs Girona as Neto has a shocker on debut but is rescued by wonderkidNETO endured a nightmare Arsenal debut against Girona but had 17-year-old Ethan Nwaneri to thank for sparing his blushes.SunSport’s Henry Tomlinson has provided his ratings for the Arsenal team…Neto – 4He made his long-awaited debut, having joined Arsenal on loan from Bournemouth last summer.The goalkeeper got away with an early mistake and was caught out by former Spurs star Arnaut Danjuma.Thomas Partey 45′ – 6Too aggressive from the right-back spot and was beaten for pace by Danjuma as Girona opened the scoring.Partey struggled with the winger for much of the game which gave the hosts an edge.Managed to win a penalty to give Arsenal a route back into the game after a needless challenge but was hooked at half-time.Jakub Kiwior – 6The defender put in a decent shift at the back and was able to keep Abel Ruiz quiet for much of the match.Gabriel Magalhaes – 6Like Kiwior, Gabriel was fairly solid against Girona and dealt with most of the danger from the hosts.Riccardo Calafiori 69′ – 6Thought he scored the opener but was a good foot offside.Continued to be positive up the wing and helped the Gunners up the pitch.Mikel Merino – 6Merino was fine against Girona. It was not a performance that will grab headlines but did what he needed to do in midfield.Jorginho 80′ – 7It’s been a while, but the Italian was back on the scoresheet after converting from the spot in the 38th minute.The midfielder was composed on the ball and helped recycle the ball and control possession.Martin Odegaard – 6It was a quiet night for the Gunners captain as he helped the team maintain the ball but lacked that creative spark.Raheem Sterling – 4Struggled to make a big impact in the first half and was the weakest of all of the Gunners’ frontline.To make matters worse, he was booked for diving in the 70th minute.And just as he though it couldn’t get even worse, he missed a penalty late on.Leandro Trossard 69′ – 6Should have given Arsenal the lead early on but was unable to deflect the ball goalwards.Continued to prob and rattled the crossbar before the break with a powerful effort.Ethan Nwaneri 85′ – 8The youngster showed why he is one of the most promising players at the club with a wonder strike in the first half.He wrapped a curling effort into the top corner before half-time on his first Champions League start.His goal saw him become the second youngest English goalscorer in the history of thre Champions League.SUBSJurrien Timber 45′ – 6Added some energy down the left-hand side after replacing Partey at half-time.Kai Havertz 69′ – 6Got involved in the attack but struggled to find a clear scoring chance,Myles Lewis-Skelly 69′ – 6Another comfortable outing for the impressive youngster.Declan Rice 80′ – 6Came on in the final stages to help solidify the defence for the Gunners and put in some dangerous corners.He did pick up a booking late on.Gabriel Martinelli 85′ – N/AReplaced Nwaneri late on and looked dangerous on the wing for the final minutes. 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      Gabriel having it out with Haaland and ANOTHER Arsenal red could be knockout value as Weekend Wagers reveals best bets

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      SUNSPORT’S Weekend Wager uses in-depth stats and cutting-edge analysis to unearth the best value bets ahead of the sporting weekend.Joining our very own Will Pugh this week is football journalist Kweku Afari and betting expert Sam Rosbottom, who will be looking for the best value on a packed two days of action.SunSport’s Weekend Wager team are finding the best value bets for this weekendCredit: SunSportThere’s plenty at stake when Man City travel to rivals Arsenal on Sunday, with Erling Haaland and Gabriel Magalhaes set to renew their rivalry.There’s also a derby in the Midlands as Wolves host an Aston Villa side with a depleted backline.And punters can also look forward to some tasty tips for the Six Nations, as well as some horse racing.Check out all our best bets for the weekend below:READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCould there be another red card for Arsenal this weekend?Credit: GettyARSENAL VS MAN CITYKweku Afari: “My tip is Arsenal to receive a red card at 17/2.“Ill discipline has underpinned Arsenal ever since Mikel Arteta took charge.“Arsenal have received 19 red cards since he took over in December 2019, the most in the Premier League.“There’s been reds this season for Declan Rice, Leandro Trossard, William Saliba and Myles Lewis-Skelly.Most read in Football“Four reds, the most in the Premier League so far.”And I fully expect that to continue this weekend.”Erling Haaland and Gabriel Magalhaes could clash heads againCredit: GettyWill Pugh: “I have gone for Gabriel Magalhaes to be fouled two or more times in the game at 4/1. “The Gabriel/Erling Haaland battle that is going to ensue… “Gabriel has been fouled 11 times in the last 10 games.“Haaland has committed seven fouls in the last 11 matches.“They’ve got history. I just fancy them going head to head.”Josko Gvardiol is sure to be a threat for CityCredit: GettySam Rosbottom: “Looking at other markets that take my fancy, Josko Gvardiol to have two shots or more in the match at 11/4 is a tasty price for me.“It’s one of those you can throw into a bet builder, set pieces could be big in this game.“He’s had 12 shots in his last eight Premier League games. “He’s the league’s top-scoring defender at the minute with five goals.”And he’s also City’s third-top scorer.”SunSport’s best Arsenal vs Man City betsArsenal to receive a red card: 17/2Gabriel Magalhaes to be fouled 2+ times: 4/1Josko Gvardiol to have 2+ shots: 11/4Ezri Konsa will be an aerial threat for Villa at WolvesCredit: GettyWOLVES VS ASTON VILLAKweku Afari: “Huge game. Ezri Konsa to score at 12/1.“This Villa team has suffered with injuries — Pau Torres, Tyrone Mings, Amadou Onana.“Konsa is a threat in the box. He’s only scored once in 21 games but he will be their focal point at set pieces.“Wolves have conceded 303 fouls in the league — only second to Bournemouth on 309.“There’s going to be lots of balls going into Wolves’ box from Villa and I expect Konsa to be busy.“Now this stat is going to blow your mind. Wolves have shipped in 19 set-piece goals this season — excluding penalties — the most of any side.“The only side who conceded 20 in a season were Spurs in the 07/08 season and I expect Wolves to beat that this weekend.”Jorgen Strand Larsen has made the second-most runs into the opposition box this seasonCredit: GettyWill Pugh: “Talking of brave, Jorgen Strand Larsen to have 2+ shots on target in the game at 5/2.“Only Dominic Solanke, with 237, has had more runs into the opposition’s penalty area this season than Strand Larsen on 210.“And 80 of those 210 runs into the area have been targeted by passes by a Wolves player.“He’s had 10 shots on target in his last eight league matches. And he’s had at least one shot on target in six of those last eight games.“With Mings’ injury and Villa’s defensive frailties, I fancy he’ll get a lot of opportunities.”Youri Tielemans loves a shot from distanceCredit: GettySam Rosbottom: “Straight in there, Youri Tielemans to have two or more shots at 9/5.“It’s a great option to have for a bet builder. He’s had nine shots in his last five Premier League starts.“He had two blocked shots and one unblocked shot against West Ham.“When Wolves mark players, I think Tielemans will fly under the radar and he does get forward and into the box.”SunSport’s best Wolves vs Aston Villa betsEzri Konsa to score: 12/1Jorgen Strand Larsen to have 2+ shots on target: 5/2Youri Tielemans to have 2+ shots: 9/5Galopin Des Champs is favourite to win in DublinCredit: PADUBLIN RACING FESTIVALSam Rosbottom: “There’s one race that stands out for me and it’s the Irish Gold Cup.“Galopin Des Champs coming up against Fact To File.“Going into this race they’ve had two races so far this season up against each other. It’s currently 1-1.“Galopin Des Champs is the favourite in this at 4/7. While Fact to File is currently 7/2.“Whoever wins, we’re likely to see some implication for the Cheltenham anti-post Gold Cup market as well.“For the Cheltenham Gold Cup, Galopin Des Champs is favourite at 4/5, going for three in a row.“But if Fact to File wins on Saturday it could shake the market up completely.“Fact to File is 4/1 for the Gold Cup. But it’s a big ask. Galopin is a really strong horse and it would be a big surprise if it doesn’t do the business this weekend.”SunSport’s best racing betsDublin Racing Festival — Irish Gold Cup winnerGalopin des Champs: 4/7Fact to File: 7/2Cheltenham Racing Festival: Gold Cup winnerGalopin des Champs: 4/5Fact to File: 4/1England have been tipped to lose their Six Nations openerCredit: GettyIRELAND VS ENGLANDSam Rosbottom: “We’ve got the Lions tour this summer, players are going to want to play for that.“Currently France are the favourites for the Six Nations at 6/4.“Ireland could make history and become the only side to win three in a row at 7/4.“England are 4/1 to win at the minute. 10 losses against the top four sides in 11 attempts.“But the one win they did get in that time came in the Six Nations at Twickenham against Ireland, which stopped them winning the Grand Slam last year.READ MORE SUN STORIES“It’s a massive game. But it’s not very patriotic. Ireland to win with a -6 handicap at Evens.“Revenge is on the line, England have a lot to do still. Ireland look a sound bet.”SunSport’s best Six Nations betsIreland vs EnglandIreland to beat England with a -6 handicap: EvensSix Nations winner oddsFrance: 6/4Ireland: 7/4England: 4/1Scotland: 8/1Wales: 45/1Italy: 100/1Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk More

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      Marcus Rashford ‘REJECTS Tottenham transfer as Man Utd outcast has heart set on a different club’

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      MARCUS RASHFORD has reportedly rejected a move to Tottenham after setting his heart on a different club.The Manchester United misfit has barely featured since being axed by Ruben Amorim last year.Marcus Rashford has rejected Spurs as he waits for his dream moveCredit: ReutersRashford now faces an anxious wait to see if he can secure a move away from Old Trafford before Monday’s deadline.And he has not been short of offers despite picking up north of £300,000-a-week.The likes of Borussia Dortmund, Juventus, AC Milan and Paris Saint-Germain are all thought to have been in contact with Rashford’s representatives this month.However, they have all been brutally snubbed by the England forward.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd the Guardian claims Tottenham have become the latest suitor to feel the sting of Rashford’s rejection.Ange Postecoglou has made no secret of his desire to land a new attacker.And following Rashford’s decision to snub him, the Aussie is now hoping to wrap up a stunning £50million deal for Bayern Munich teen Mathys Tel.Rashford’s decision to turn down Tottenham means he is now waiting on the one club he’s wanted to join all along.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSBarcelona came forward earlier this month despite their ongoing financial woes.And Rashford is desperate to link up with Lamine Yamal at the Nou Camp as soon as possible.Ruben Amorim says Man Utd are a better team with Marcus Rashford but he has to change But there is a major stumbling block so far preventing the deal from happening.Barcelona have only just been given special permission from the Higher Sports Council to temporarily register Dani Olmo and Pau Victor because of their financial situation.It means they must get rid of two players to free up space for any more signings.Former Chelsea man Andreas Christensen is thought to be one player up for sale, with Brentford interested in taking him back to England.But he is so far refusing to leave the Nou Camp, as is Ansu Fati.The former Brighton loanee has been told he can leave Barca and is a target for Ajax.READ MORE SUN STORIESFati plays in the same position as Rashford but he has so far resisted being pushed out of the club.Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More