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      Man Utd urged to RE-APPOINT Sir Alex Ferguson for FA Cup final because ‘he has got something nobody else has’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have been told to bring back Sir Alex Ferguson for the FA Cup final against Manchester City.The Red Devils are having a dire end to the season and there has been calls to sack Erik ten Hag after the humiliating 4-0 defeat to Crystal Palace.Pressure is mounting on Erik ten Hag and he is on the brink of the sackCredit: AFPFans have called for Sir Alex Ferguson to return for one gameCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdAndy Goldstein believes United have a better chance of beating City with Fergie instead of Ten HagCredit: talksportMan Utd have never finished a Premier League season below seventh and they currently sit eighth in the table.The club have picked up 54 points so far and are on course to end on less than their lowest ever total of 58.Fans are increasingly worried that Pep Guardiola’s side will brush the Red Devils aside with ease in the FA Cup final and it becomes another low point for Ten Hag.But talkSPORT’s Andy Goldstein has shockingly claimed United should re-appoint Ferguson for one game to give them the best chance of winning.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe Man Utd supporter explained: “I’ve got a plan. Here is my thinking and hear me out.”Steve McClaren is there at the moment, if Manchester United were to get rid of Ten Hag today, they can forget the fixtures in the Premier League. “For the FA Cup final against Man City, they should have in the dressing room to give the speech beforehand – Sir Alex Ferguson.”He becomes the manager just for the FA Cup final. It gives Man Utd the best chance to beat Man City.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”He has got something that nobody else has. Just by walking into a room he has it.”Imagine Marcus Rashford, I don’t know where he is physically or mentally, but what I do know is a Man Utd player born and bred [will respond], same with Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo.Inside Sir Alex Ferguson’s Biggest Bust-Ups”Sir Alex in that dressing room at Wembley, Fergie gives a speech, United have got every chance.”He’s the manager just for that day. Imagine the lift. It’s genius.”We are not going to win it with Ten Hag.”Goldstein’s co-host Darren Bent called the idea “bonkers” and claimed Ferguson has spent too long out of the game.Fans were split on the legendary boss returning, with one saying: “It’s a good idea and if it improved the attitude by ten per cent of the team then it’s better than what they are going in with Ten Hag.”Another added: “It’s not genius it’s delusional.”A third joked: “David Moyes back more likely.”With pressure mounting on Ten Hag, names like Thomas Tuchel, Gareth Southgate and Graham Potter have been linked with the Man Utd job.But the Dutchman has not given up yet, saying after the demolition by Palace: “I will keep fighting. I prepared the team in the best way I could do. “It was by far not good enough and I have to take responsibility for that.Asked if it was a new low in his reign, Ten Hag replied: “Yes. Our worst defeat.“We should have kept fighting like the fans did.READ MORE SUN STORIES“It’s clear, this is underperforming. It’s by far not good enough. We are very disappointed.”It’s a deserved defeat.”Pundits’ verdict on Ten Hag’s futureWhere do the pundits stand on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future?
      Michael Owen – He has to go
      “He cannot, simply cannot, manage this team next season. He’s not good enough.”
      Teddy Sheringham – Might stay if he wins Cup but should go
      “If United win the FA Cup, he could stay. But, for me, changes are needed and United need to get it done sooner than later.”
      Jamie Carragher – Sacked
      “I don’t see how Erik ten Hag stays. It’s just performance after performance.”
      Gary Neville – Stay if he wins the FA Cup
      “To sack a manager who’s won two trophies in his first two seasons at the club I think would be extreme.”
      Louis Saha – On the fence
      “I don’t see it as clearly but they need changes from the players but they need changes from him as well.”
      Alan Shearer – Sacked
      “I believe the future of the Man Utd manager is already determined. Even if they win the FA Cup I think he’s gone.” More

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      Eddie Howe reveals worst part of being a manager that Newcastle boss has made ‘non-negotiable’ since first day

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      NEWCASTLE manager Eddie Howe has opened up about how tough he finds leaving players out of his team.The Toon boss, 46, has been in charge of the North East club since replacing Steve Bruce in November 2021.Eddie Howe discussed his management style with Gary NevilleCredit: The OverlapNewcastle boss Howe opened up on the toughest part of his jobCredit: The OverlapLast season, he guided them to the Champions League for the first time in 20 years.He has also brought in a number of high-profile players including Alexander Isak, Bruno Guimaraes and Anthony Gordon.But as his squad grows in quality, Howe is learning that dropping players is the hardest part of being a head coach.Yet he insists he always has a conversation with a player when they are set to be benched after playing the last match.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSpeaking on The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet, he told Gary Neville: “When you’re not winning games and you have to do media interviews every few days, that part is difficult because you’re not sure what else you can say that you haven’t said already.”I find that difficult, but not the worst part of being manager.”I would say the worst part is disappointing the players, I hate leaving good players out.”I hate that moment when you’re going to disappoint them, especially if they’ve got a good attitude and they’re giving you everything they can give, and you’re not picking them on a regular basis – I find that very difficult because I care about their respective journeys and I want them to enjoy playing for me.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Whenever I am in that situation with players, I feel that honesty is the best way to deal with it.”I’ve found doing it that way has never harmed me, so rather than shying away from a difficult conversation, I’ll have it.”‘He has a special place for Newcastle’ – Jose Mourinho tipped to replace Eddie Howe by former Premier League managerHe then went on to add: “My philosophy is that if you’re in the team and you’re not playing the next game, I’ll always sit down and have a conversation with the player, but if you’re not in the team for a run of games, then I wouldn’t be having that conversation every week.”I believe that players deserve the respect.”From day one, that was one of my non-negotiables which is one of my duties to the players.”Newcastle have been riddled with injuries this season, but are still finishing the season strongly.Four wins from their last five games has seen Howe’s men climb to sixth in the Premier League table with three matches remaining.They are now eyeing Europa League football next season, and could even finish fifth as they are just four points adrift of Tottenham – who have lost four in a row. More

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      Man Utd’s angry legends are SCARING away Ten Hag’s successor with managers ‘concerned over constant criticism’

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      ANGRY Manchester United legends could scare away potential successors to Erik ten Hag, reports say.Pressure is mounting on Ten Hag and he has come under heavy scrutiny from former United players. Rio Ferdinand with Erik ten Hag and Paul ScholesCredit: GettyRoy Keane and Gary Neville are among heavy critics of Man Utd at the momentCredit: PAEx-United players Scholes and Michael Owen have called for Ten Hag to be firedCredit: EPAMichael Owen called on Ten Hag to be sacked with Paul Scholes agreeing that assistant coach Steve McClaren should replace the Dutchman. Ex-United captain Rio Ferdinand was also critical of his former club after the 4-0 hammering at Crystal Palace. SunSport revealed that the Old Trafford hierarchy do not plan on axing Ten Hag before the end of the season. It means he would be in charge for the FA Cup final against rival City on May 25 at Wembley. READ MORE ON MAN UTDBut replacements are believed to be drawn up behind the scenes, with the likes of Thomas Tuchel, Zinedine Zidane and Gareth Southgate linked. Although the The Telegraph say at least two potential candidates for the United job have concerns over the constant criticism from ex-players.But ultimately, it would not prevent them from taking over at Old Trafford. Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Ferdinand, Scholes and Owen – who all have TV punditry gigs – are among the most strongly-opinionated retired players. Most read in FootballPundits’ verdict on Ten Hag’s futureWhere do the pundits stand on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future?

      Michael Owen – He has to go
      “He cannot, simply cannot, manage this team next season. He’s not good enough.”
      Teddy Sheringham – Might stay if he wins Cup but should go
      “If United win the FA Cup, he could stay. But, for me, changes are needed and United need to get it done sooner than later.”
      Jamie Carragher – Sacked
      “I don’t see how Erik ten Hag stays. It’s just performance after performance.”
      Gary Neville – Stay if he wins the FA Cup
      “To sack a manager who’s won two trophies in his first two seasons at the club I think would be extreme.”
      Louis Saha – On the fence
      “I don’t see it as clearly but they need changes from the players but they need changes from him as well.”
      Alan Shearer – Sacked
      “I believe the future of the Man Utd manager is already determined. Even if they win the FA Cup I think he’s gone.”

      CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd Owen called for Ten Hag’s sacking on Premier League Productions: “I’ve said it for a long time that Ten Hag is not the right man for this job, I’ve been saying it for ages and ages. “He cannot, simply cannot, manage the team next season.“I almost wonder now, they’ve got a cup final and they’ve got a few important games that could mean European football next year or not.“At some point you’ve got to make a decision, they’re going to get absolutely hammered by Manchester City, they’re going to get annihilated, in fact, Arsenal will smash them to bits at Old Trafford.”Newcastle will probably beat them and I wouldn’t even fancy them going to Brighton either. “They might not get anything out of the rest of the season, playing like that.“I just wonder there’s just so much at stake, even if it’s only for four games, I wonder whether the board might just have to try to do something here and now and be quite radical about it.“He cannot, simply cannot, manage this team next season. He’s not good enough. “I’ve thought it for ages, and he’s just not good enough to manage Manchester United.”Man Utd legends’ most cutting criticism
      Paul Scholes, after defeat to Crystal Palace: “I’ve felt he might get another year and work for a club that has calmed down a little bit by the new owners but it just doesn’t feel like it now.
      “It’s quite plain to see it feels like borrowed time.”
      Gary Neville, after victory over Brentford: “That was a dismal, dismal effort in an attempt to play football, in an attempt to work as hard as you possibly can.
      “When you give the ball away, their reaction is non-existent. They really are one of the worst teams out of possession.”
      Roy Keane after victory over Everton: “He’s giving toffee out there to Bruno for passing on the ball for the penalty.
      “Absolute b***** rubbish. Absolute rubbish coming out with that. Manchester United are sixth now – if you went back a few years, if you were sixth you’d be embarrassed.”
      Michael Owen, after defeat to Crystal Palace: “I’ve said it for a long time that Ten Hag is not the right man for this job, I’ve been saying it for ages and ages.
      “He cannot, simply cannot, manage the team next season.”

      MAN UTD’S NEXT MANAGERIAL CANDIDATESThomas Tuchel The German won the Bundesliga in his first season with Bayern Munich but his fortunes soon turned. Bayern relinquished the title to Xabi Alonso’s brilliant Bayer Leverkusen after Tuchel in February announced he would leave the club. Tuchel – who won the Champions League with Chelsea in 2021 – is believed to favour a return to England. Thomas Tuchel is linked with a move back to EnglandCredit: GettyGareth Southgate The England boss’ deal is up in December and he has refused to entertain an extension ahead of this summer’s Euros. It has led to speculation that Southgate could be preparing to move on from his Three Lions role. And as revealed by SunSport, he is admired by the United board. Gareth Southgate is admired by the Old Trafford boardCredit: GettyZinedine ZidaneThe French legend has been out of a job since leaving Real Madrid for the second time in 2021. He has been linked with the United job before but in 2022 revealed his lack of English speaking prevented him from the move. Zidane is believed to want to manage France one day but he remains linked with the United job. Zinedine Zidane remains linked with the United jobCredit: Getty – ContributorGraham Potter Potter made his name at Brighton and replaced Tuchel at Chelsea in 2022 but he was sacked after less than seven months in charge. READ MORE SUN STORIESNew United owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is a big admirer of Potter, who has also been linked with the England job, with talks taking place between the two. Potter is yet to return to management and has turned down approaches to leave the door open for United. Graham Potter is admired by new United owner Sir Jim RatcliffeCredit: The Times More

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      Emotional moment Thiago Silva breaks down in tears on stage and has to be consoled at Chelsea awards ceremony

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      THIAGO SILVA was spotted in tears as he attended his final awards ceremony at Chelsea.The much-loved Brazilian had been announced as a Fluminese player just hours earlier.Thiago Silva broke down at tonight’s Chelsea end of season awardsCredit: X @TheLampardViewThe Brazilian wiped away the tears as he received a warm round of applauseCredit: X @TheLampardViewIt was confirmed earlier that Thiago Silva will join FluminenseCredit: InstagramHe is waving farewell to Chelsea after four years at the clubCredit: ReutersThe 39-year-old defender will return to the Brazilian club after confirming his exit from Chelsea.Silva was announced as a Fluminense player on social media with the tagline “The monster is back” before the Blues announced that he will link up with the team early and leave after the final game of the season.He then joined a number of his team-mates and stars from the Chelsea women’s team and academy in the Great Hall at Stamford Bridge tonight for the club’s end of season awards night.Unsurprisingly, it was Cole Palmer that was the evening’s big winner.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe England international has scored 24 goals and provided 13 assists since his £42.5m move from Manchester City last summer.And his displays earned him both the Men’s Players’ Player of the Year and Player of the Year prizes.But there was also a point in the night when Silva was brought up on stage, and it did not take long for his emotions to get the better of him.A supporter in attendance at the bash in West London shared footage shot on their phone that showed the fan-favourite wiping tears from his face while receiving a round of applause.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSIt is not the first time that the star has broke down as he was also in tears when confirming his exit from Chelsea in an emotional video that was released in April.Silva was signed by former boss Frank Lampard from PSG.Thiago Silva breaks down in tears as he announces Chelsea exit but plans swift return with both sons still at clubHe went on to win the Champions League with Chelsea under Thomas Tuchel in 2021 and then added the Fifa Club World Cup and Uefa Super Cup.He is a firm favourite with the Stamford Bridge faithful but his outspoken wife Isabelle has given current head coach Mauricio Pochettino a hard time in recent months with her criticism of the team and the tactics.But he is still finding it a tough choice to depart despite admitting that he did not expect to enjoy such success at the club.He said: “When I started here, it was during the pandemic so there wasn’t any fans in the stadium.“But through social media, it became something very special to me and then when the fans started coming back to the stadium and life was getting back to normal, I started to feel a lot of affection and respect for my story and for my start here.Cole Palmer was a double winner at the Chelsea awards nightCredit: Getty“The way in which I came to the club, with the support of the club, I got to the club as a leader even though I didn’t feel like it, having arrived as the new guy.“It’s always difficult to integrate but bit by bit I became part of the group and Lampard played a big part in that. I am grateful to him for that.“Not even in my wildest dreams did I imagine that I could achieve such great things and win one of the best professional titles, the Champions League, at one of the biggest clubs in the world.READ MORE SUN STORIES“Goodbyes are for those that leave and don’t come back. I intend on coming back one day.”His new team-mates will include the likes of former Real Madrid star Marcelo, ex-Bayern Munich winger Douglas Costa and Marquinhos who is on loan from Arsenal.Thiago Silva’s career statsEvery team he’s played for and the trophies he’s won:
      RS Futebol, 2002-2003: 25 games, 2 goals
      Juventude, 2004: 36 games, 3 goalsPorto B, 2004-2005: 14 games, 0 goals
      Dynamo Moscow, 2005: 0 games, 0 goals
      Fluminense, 2006-2008: 143 games, 14 goals
      AC Milan, 2009-2012: 119 games, 6 goals
      PSG, 2012-2020: 315 games, 17 goals
      Chelsea, 2020-2024: 152 games, 9 goals
      Brazil, 2008-2022: 113 games, 7 goals
      Trophies: Brazilian Cup (Fluminense); Serie A, Italian Super Cup (AC Milan); Ligue 1 x7, French Cup x5, League Cup x6, Champions Trophy x5 (PSG); Champions League, Super Cup, Club World Cup (Chelsea); Copa America, Confederations Cup (Brazil) More

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      Newcastle ‘agree first summer transfer with club set to sign Bournemouth star Lloyd Kelly for free’

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      NEWCASTLE have reached an agreement to sign Lloyd Kelly on a free transfer, according to reports.The Toon are set to retool this summer as Eddie Howe plots a route back to the top four next season.Lloyd Kelly is set to sign for Newcastle this summerCredit: GettyThey are set to begin their business early with the acquisition of Bournemouth ace Kelly.According to French outlet Foot Mercato, Newcastle will sign the defender upon the conclusion of his Cherries contract in June.Kelly, 25, joined Bournemouth from Bristol City under Howe back in 2019.He has gone on to play 139 times for the Cherries, but has opted to leave this summer.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLNewcastle will hope that their new signing will add plenty of versatility, given his ability to play at centre-back or left-back.Kelly has endured an injury-hit season this time around.He has suffered with calf, hamstring and hip injuries.These have limited him to just 21 Premier League outings this term.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSNewcastle faced plenty of competition for Kelly.Tottenham had a £20million bid rejected for him last summer.England star Anthony Gordon planning shock career change as Newcastle ace reveals his ‘calling’While AC Milan also showed an interest.As they plot their summer business, Newcastle are also keen on Freiburg star Merlin Rohl.But SunSport exclusively revealed last week that Everton are currently leading the race for the 21-year-old midfielder.Merlin Rohl is on Newcastle’s radarCredit: Getty More

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      Paul Scholes reveals theory on Antony’s three-finger gesture after Man Utd mauling that ‘isn’t good look’ for Ten Hag

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      PAUL SCHOLES thinks Antony’s three-finger gesture after Manchester United’s mauling at Crystal Palace was him questioning Erik ten Hag.United’s Dutch boss faces more uncertainty over his future after he hit a new low last night.Antony was spotted whispering and making a three finger gesture to Mason MountCredit: Sky SportsPaul Scholes has revealed what he thinks the Brazilian was sayingCredit: 2023 James Baylis – AMAThe Red Devils were hammered 4-0 at Crystal Palace to leave them eighth in the Premier League.Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher claimed United are the “most poorly coached team in the league” and Ashley Young labelled the performance “shambolic” afterwards.The Liverpool icon then blasted three “embarrassing” stars after the Selhurst Park nightmare.As the players left the pitch the Sky Sports cameras filmed Antony, Mason Mount and Andre Onana leaving.READ MORE ON MAN UTDAntony appeared animated as he spoke to Mount, covering his mouth and gesturing with three of his fingers as Carragher fumed and shouted at the screen for the trio to get off the pitch.He raged: “Just get off the pitch. Talking, whispering behind your hand – you’ve just been absolutely awful.“They are probably talking about one of the players – somebody else, the set-up or the manager. Just shut up and get in.“You’ve been beaten 4-0. Whispering, talking about other players. Honestly, embarrassing.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSNow Scholes, who won two Champions League crowns and 11 Premier League titles, has now stated he feels the Brazilian was making a tactical point in the attempted hushed chat.Speaking to Optus Sports on the incident, he said: “He is saying something to Mason Mount he is obviously not happy with. Mason Mount seems the quietest out of the three of them.Premier League’s ‘most disliked player’ joins condemnation of Man Utd ace Antony as he says ‘not even I would do this’“What’s that going to do, I didn’t see any of them communicating on the football pitch. That doesn’t look good. I don’t think that’s good for the manager.“People are obviously talking and saying things he [Antony] doesn’t agree with. When he’s putting those three fingers up, maybe he’s saying we should be having three in midfield, why don’t we have three there?“I don’t know, we have no idea because we can’t lip read. But there is obviously a problem there and they obviously disagree with something the manager is doing.”It is not the first time that Antony, who cost £85.5m from Ajax 18 months ago, has been slammed.The winger was blasted by both fans and pundits after taunting Coventry players following the FA Cup penalty shootout victory over them.And on the pitch he is doing very little to silence his critics.The South American has recorded three goals and two assists in 37 games.Pundits’ verdict on Ten Hag’s futureWhere do the pundits stand on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future?
      Michael Owen – He has to go
      “He cannot, simply cannot, manage this team next season. He’s not good enough.”
      Teddy Sheringham – Might stay if he wins Cup but should go
      “If United win the FA Cup, he could stay. But, for me, changes are needed and United need to get it done sooner than later.”
      Jamie Carragher – Sacked
      “I don’t see how Erik ten Hag stays. It’s just performance after performance.”
      Gary Neville – Stay if he wins the FA Cup
      “To sack a manager who’s won two trophies in his first two seasons at the club I think would be extreme.”
      Louis Saha – On the fence
      “I don’t see it as clearly but they need changes from the players but they need changes from him as well.”
      Alan Shearer – Sacked
      “I believe the future of the Man Utd manager is already determined. Even if they win the FA Cup I think he’s gone.” More

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      Liverpool snap up 17-year-old son of Premier League icon and hand him first pro contract after stunning 90-GOAL season

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      LIVERPOOL have snapped up the son of a former Premier League footballer.The 17-year-old striker first joined the Reds’ academy from FC Dallas in 2018 as an under-14.Keyrol Figueroa has signed his first professional contract with LiverpoolCredit: GettyThe USA youth international scored 90 goals in a single season for the Reds’ under-14sCredit: APHe went on to score 90 goals in a single season for the U14s before moving up to the U18 side.The teenager could now be set for his first-team debut in the years to come.Liverpool announced on Monday that Keyrol Figueroa has signed his first professional deal.He follows in the footsteps of his dad, Maynor Figueroa, who made 214 Premier League appearances for Wigan and Hull.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe left-back, who retired in 2022, also won the FA Cup with the Latics and famously scored from his own half against Stoke in 2009.At international level, Figueroa played at two World Cups and won 181 caps for Honduras, scoring five goals.Although his son was born in the Honduran capital of Tegucigalpa, he has so far represented the USA at international level.The teenager has scored nine goals in 14 caps for the U17 national side.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSCan you name the famous fathers?
      He also scored at last year’s under-17 World Cup in Indonesia as the USA reached the round of 16.Meanwhile, at club level, he has scored seven goals and provided five assists in 23 under-18 Premier League appearances.Footballers you didn’t know were related from Premier League icons to Lionel MessiFigueroa made his debut for Liverpool’s under-18 side whilst still an under-16.He is not the only son of a former Premier League footballer at Anfield, though.Lewis Koumas, Jayden Danns and Bobby Clark have all appeared for Jurgen Klopp’s side this season.The teenager is the son of former Wigan full-back Maynor FigueroaCredit: PA:Press Association More

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      Banned Premier League star spotted ‘grafting’ in hi-vis jacket in ‘most random side quest’

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      SANDRO TONALI has been pictured appearing to work alongside Shepherd Offshore engineers.The Newcastle star, 23, has not played for the Toon since October.Sandro Tonali was spotted in a hi-vis jacket and helmetTonali, 23, was happy to stop for picturesCredit: XThe Newcastle star has not played since OctoberCredit: PATonali was handed a ten-month ban by the Italian FA for breaching betting regulations.He has since remained around the team, but cannot play until next season.In a picture posted today to social media, Tonali could be seen wearing a hi-vis jacket and helmet.The post said: “@sandrotonali hard at graft.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLPosting the snap, Magpie Media wrote: “Sandro Tonali has been pictured today working alongside Shepherd Offshore engineers on the banks of the River Tyne.”Keeping himself busy.”Seeing the snap, one Newcastle fan wrote on social media: “Sandro Tonali out here doing side quests.”While a second commented: “Most random thing i came across hahaha.”Most read in FootballAnother added: “He’s genuinely more Geordie than Longstaff and Burn.”Shepherd Offshore declined to comment.Newcastle to snub new stadium and expand St James’ Park in ‘one of most ambitious rebuilds seen in UK’Tonali was last week handed a further two-month suspended ban after admitting breaches of FA’s betting rules.He was also ordered to pay a £20,000 fine and warned regarding his future conduct.The further two-month ban will only be served if he commits further breaches.A Newcastle statement read: “NUFC midfielder Sandro Tonali has been given a suspended two-month ban from competitive football by an independent Regulatory Commission after self- declaring breaches of FA Betting Rules.”He has also been fined £20,000 and warned by the FA as to his future conduct.”The banning period is fully suspended for the duration of the 2024/25 season, meaning he will be available to return to competitive football upon the conclusion of an existing ten-month sanction imposed by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) on 27 October 2023.”Provided that he does not commit any further breach of the FA Betting Rules during the suspension period, Sandro will not serve any part of the two-month sanction.”As acknowledged by the FA in the independent Regulatory Commission’s written reasons, the level of assistance Sandro has provided by self-referring and fully cooperating with a subsequent investigation is extraordinary and unprecedented.”Sandro made full admissions as to his betting activity, and did so in circumstances where there was no other evidence to support misconduct proceedings.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Sandro is continuing to follow a therapeutic plan and educational programme with the club’s full support and will continue to train with his team-mates.”Sandro Tonali’s bets placed after Newcastle moveSandro Tonali admitted to placing between 40 and 50 bets after moving to Newcastle, including the following four:

      An accumulator bet involving either Newcastle to beat Brighton on September 2, 2023 or Newcastle to beat Burnley on September 30, 2023
      An accumulator bet including Newcastle to beat Brentford, September 16, 2023
      A single bet on Newcastle to beat Manchester City, September 27, 2023
      An accumulator bet including Newcastle to beat West Ham, October 8, 2023 More