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      Man Utd’s 100th Premier League scorer who netted on his only appearance wakes up unemployed aged 28

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      THE MAN who became Manchester United’s 100th scorer in the Premier League is now without a club.Josh Harrop achieved the feat in 2017 when he netted against Crystal Palace thanks to a Paul Pogba assist in his one and only appearance.Wayne Rooney with Josh Harrop in 2017Credit: PA:Press AssociationIt made him the 100th player to score in the Premier League for United – excluding own goals.But Harrop left Old Trafford – where he came through the youth system – the same year as his one and only United goal. He joined Preston North End, where he stayed until 2022, with loans at Ipswich and Fleetwood in between.The attacker, 28, went on to join Northampton Town before moving to Cheltenham in January on a short-term contract.READ MORE ON MAN UTDBut the EFL side – who were relegated to League Two – confirmed Harrop is one of four to leave now the season is over. They posted online: “Jamie Pardington, Josh Harrop, Greg Sloggett and Liam Smith will also depart the club this Summer. “Thank you lads and best of luck with what comes next!” Harrop’s career has been hampered with injuries, which have contributed to his moving between teams.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe former United prospect first made the decision to leave his boyhood club in search of regular football. He said at the time: “That wasn’t guaranteed at United, even though they offered me a new contract it was very limited in game time and so I couldn’t take that risk at my age.Gary Neville reveals Man Utd stars would be ‘killed’ if they broke four unwritten rules in matches”I need to be out there, proving myself and doing what I know I’m capable of.”It’s a big thing for me to leave United after the number of years I have been there, but I am confident in my ability and know it’s the right decision.”Harrop has left Cheltenham TownCredit: Rex More

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      Terry Medwin dead at 91: Tottenham legend who won the Double and back-to-back FA Cups dies as tributes pour in

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      TOTTENHAM double-winning legend Terry Medwin has died aged 91.The former Welsh international winger arrived at the North London club in 1956 from Swansea City.Tottenham legend Terry Medwin has passed away aged 91Credit: GettyThe former winger was part of Spurs’ 1961 double-winning squadCredit: PA:Press AssociationHe achieved icon status during the next seven years at Tottenham with the highlight being the First Division and FA Cup double under Bill Nicholson in 1961.Spurs broke the sad news of his death on social media today.A statement said: “The Club is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our former player, Terry Medwin.“Terry was part of our double-winning side in 1961 and made 215 appearances in all competitions, scoring 72 goals.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL“Our thoughts are with Terry’s family and friends at this impossibly sad time.”Medwin made his debut for hometown club Swansea in the 1951/52 season.He went on to play almost 150 times in the Football League for them before Spurs paid £25,000 for him in 1956.The attacker got off to a dream start by scoring twice on his debut in a 4-1 win over Preston.Most read in FootballHe played a huge role in the double-winning side five years later and even more success was to follow.Medwin lifted the Charity Shield that same year before Spurs retained the FA Cup.Tottenham 2-3 Arsenal, manager Ange Postecoglou gives his thoughts on the loss at the post-match press conferenceAnother Charity Shield followed in 1962 before Nicholson led Tottenham to Uefa Cup Winners’ Cup joy in 1963.Medwin remained a regular until he suffered a broken leg that forced his retirement that same year.He also enjoyed an impressive career on the international stage.Medwin represented Wales at the 1958 World Cup, where he scored the winner in the first round play-off that sent them into the quarter-finals.He also enjoyed an impressive career on the international stage.TERRY MEDWINThe former Wales and Swansea City winger enjoyed great success at Spurs:
      Football League First Division: (1961)
      FA Cup: (1961, 1962)
      Charity Shield: (1961, 1962)
      Uefa Cup Winners’ Cup: (1963)
      International career:
      Wales (30 caps, 6 goals)

      Medwin represented Wales at the 1958 World Cup, where he scored the winner in the first round play-off that sent them into the quarter-finals.He remained the last player to score for the Dragons at a major tournament until Gareth Bale at Euro 2016.He earned 30 caps and scored six times for his country.READ MORE SUN STORIESAfter hanging up his boots, Medwin managed in non-league at Cheshunt.He then coached at Cardiff City, Fulham, Norwich City before becoming assistant manager to John Toshack at Swansea. More

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      Arsenal ‘prepared to listen to Gabriel Jesus transfer offers’ after stunning Kai Havertz renaissance

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      ARSENAL are reportedly ready to listen to offers for Gabriel Jesus after the emergence of Kai Havertz.The Brazilian forward, 27, arrived at the Emirates for £45m in 2022 after winning the Premier League title four years out of five at Manchester City.Gabriel Jesus could be sold by Arsenal this summerCredit: GettyKai Havertz’s hot form means that Mikel Arteta may decide to cash inCredit: GettyHe scored three goals and produced three assists in his first five outings before his injury problems started to begin.Jesus suffered a knee injury in action for Brazil at the World Cup and spent three months on the sidelines.This season he has only missed six matches through injury, but his game-time has still been restricted due to the form of Havertz.The German forward, 24, arrived as an attacking midfielder from London rivals Chelsea last summer.READ MORE ON ARSENALBut after a shaky start, he has been deployed up front and repaid Mikel Arteta’s faith in him with some fine form.Havertz has scored 12 goals and produced six assists in the Premier League compared to Jesus’ output of four goals and four assists for Arsenal.The Gunners have also been linked with a potential move for several other strikers.And now The Athletic state that the club are willing to listen to offers for Samba ace Jesus.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe still has three years remaining on his contract at the Emirates.However, this update says chiefs are ready to sanction a sale if a suitable offer comes in for him.Arsenal stars Jesus, Martinelli and Ramsdale spill beans on team-mates in hilarious quickfire questions challengeJesus still remains a popular figure inside the Arsenal dressing-room and is well-liked by the boss.The pair developed a strong relationship at City when Arteta was Pep Guardiola’s coach.But Jesus recently revealed that he is still having problems with his knee and may have to go under the knife at the end of the season.He said: “Even here at Arsenal, there are things that you have to hold on to: go train, play, train today, don’t train, play.“In short, it’s difficult, but my desire is always to be available for both Arsenal and the national team.“It doesn’t matter if, at the end of the season, I have to open up my knee and correct what’s getting in the way and end up missing out on a chance to play in the Copa America.“I’m just trying to get fit and help Arsenal as much as I can.”Jesus, who has scored 19 goals in 66 appearances for Arsenal, last month vowed to stay and fight for his place amid speculation that the Gunners wanted a new striker.He said: “They already know if they want to [sign a striker] or not.“Maybe this question is not for me but for them. My job is to try to work, train hard, improve what I have to improve and help Arsenal win games and after win trophies.READ MORE SUN STORIES“The speculation will always be there, not only here but every club.“People want to decide who the club wants to sign. This is not just happening at Arsenal but a lot of clubs.” More

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      Frank Warren reveals he was ‘quite close’ to buying Premier League club despite being massive Arsenal fan

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      FRANK WARREN came “quite close” to buying Tottenham despite being a massive Arsenal fan.The boxing promoter was once on the verge of getting into the business of football.Frank Warren has revealed he almost joined Tottenham alongside Terry VenablesCredit: That Peter Crouch PodcastWarren, 72, is one of the sport’s most prominent figures, with his Queensbury Promotions representing the likes of Tyson Fury.However, he almost added a Premier League club to his portfolio during the 1990s.Despite supporting the Gunners since he was a child, Warren teamed up with Terry Venables to get involved with Spurs.He has now lifted the lid on how close they were to a deal prior to Alan Sugar’s takeover in 1991.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhen asked about ever getting into the business of football, Warren told That Peter Crouch Podcast: “I nearly did, I nearly did with Terry Venables years ago.”I actually got the thing together for him to get involved with Spurs. We did that in my box at the old Arsenal Stadium.”We sat down and we were going to do the deal with Irving Scholar and Tony Berry, who was a director there at the time.”We were quite close and the person who was going to fund it literally disappeared and he went and done the deal with Alan Sugar.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSugar bought the club in 1991 and remained owner for a decade before selling his majority stake in Spurs in 2001.He also appointed Venables as chief executive, with the ex-England boss having previously had spells at White Hart Lane as a player and manager.The Sun’s Wally Downes Jr predicts Eddie Hearn ‘will BEAT’ Frank Warren in historic five vs five tournament in Saudi ArabiaVenables first appeared as a player between 1966 and 1969 before returning to the dugout for four years in 1987.Spurs enjoyed success during both periods, with Venables winning the FA Cup as both a player and manager.Venables instead became chief executive of Spurs after Alan Sugar’s takeoverCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd More

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      Thiago Silva ‘receives transfer offers from three London teams’ just hours after announcing he’s leaving Chelsea

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      THIAGO SILVA has interest from three London clubs, according to reports.The Brazilian confirmed earlier this week that he is leaving Chelsea upon the expiry of his contract at the end of the season.Thiago Silva is set to leave Chelsea at the end of the seasonCredit: AFPSilva, 39, tearfully confirmed his upcoming Stamford Bridge exitCredit: https://twitter.com/ChelseaFCSilva, 39, is not set to retire and has plenty of offers to continue his playing career.He has been the subject of strong interest from former club Fluminense in his native Brazil.But according to TNT Sports BR, they are facing competition from England.They claim that a trio of London clubs are chasing Silva’s signature.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLA strong factor in the centre-back’s decision will be his family.Silva’s wife Belle is settled in London, while his sons Isago and Iago play for Chelsea’s academy.Fluminense are said to hope that Silva’s loyalty to the Blues will stop him joining a London rival.They are also claimed to believe that the defender will fancy returning, having played 97 times for them between 2006 and 2008.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSUpon confirming his Stamford Bridge exit, Silva said: “I came here with the intention of only staying for a year and it ended up being four years. Not just for me but for my family, too.“My sons play for Chelsea so it’s a source of great pride to be a part of the Chelsea family – literally because my sons are here. I hope they can continue their careers here at this victorious club that many players wish to be part of.Thiago Silva breaks down in tears as he announces Chelsea exit but plans swift return with both sons still at club“In everything I did here over the four years, I always gave my all. But, unfortunately, everything has a start, a middle and an end. That doesn’t mean that this is a definitive end.”I hope to leave the door open so that in the near future I can return, albeit in another role here.”He then added: “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.’I intend on coming back one day’“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.READ MORE SUN STORIES“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.“Goodbyes are for those that leave and don’t come back. I intend on coming back one day.”Thiago Silva’s career statsThose numbers in full:

      RS Futebol, 2002-2003: 25 games, 2 goals
      Juventude, 2004: 36 games, 3 goals
      Porto 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: 151 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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      Coventry striker Ellis Simms lined up for transfer return to Premier League with two clubs tracking ex-Everton star

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      ELLIS SIMMS is wanted by TWO Premier League clubs this summer.The Coventry City hitman has lit up the Championship this season after a slow start following last summer’s switch from Everton.Ellis Simms is being tracked by two Premier League sides this summerCredit: ReutersThe 23-year-old scored just twice in his first 25 appearances for the Sky Blues.However, a hot run of form since the turn of the year has taken his tally to 19 in 52 appearances across all competitions.Now Simms, who will be looking to reach the 20-goal barrier in the final day clash at home to QPR on Saturday, could terrorise Premier League defences next term.SunSport can exclusively reveal that at least two top-flight sides have been tracking him over recent months.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBrentford and Bournemouth – who both face losing strikers in the summer – have been scouting the target man.The Bees look set to sell England international Ivan Toney with Manchester United now in the hunt for the ace.And Dominic Solanke’s hot-form for the Cherries has seen Tottenham plot a £50m swoop.Simms has now emerged as a top candidate for both clubs as they eye potential replacements for their hotshots.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe showed what he’s capable of with a fine display and goal as Coventry heartbreakingly lost to Manchester United on penalties in the FA Cup semi-final after coming back from three down.And he has already scored in the Premier League after netting the equaliser for Everton at Chelsea back in March 2023.Football’s weirdest contract clauses revealed including non-Arsenal agreement and a private jet promiseSimms spent time at Blackburn Rovers and Man City as a youngster before the Toffees brought him to the Goodison academy in 2017.He scored eight in 21 matches for Blackpool while on loan there in 2021 and followed that up with five in 17 games for Hearts in his next spell away from Goodison.Last season he was due to spend the whole campaign in the Championship with Sunderland.However, after impressing with seven strikes in 17 appearances, he was recalled by the Blues in December.Despite that strike against Chelsea, Everton decided to cash in on him last summer when Coventry came calling.The Sky Blues paid an initial fee of £3.5million, which could rise to £5m, depending on appearances and goals.But with three years still left on his contract, they can expect to receive at least double that amount should the Prem sides come in for him after they missed out on the play-offs. More

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      Five clubs Bruno Fernandes could transfer to in summer as Man Utd captain hints he’s ‘thinking about’ leaving

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans were left stunned by the news that Bruno Fernandes could quit this summer.The Portuguese midfielder, 29, is in his fifth season with the club since joining from Sporting Lisbon.Bruno Fernandes dropped a huge hint that he could leave Man UtdCredit: GettyFernandes signed in January 2020 in a transfer costing an initial £47million which rises to £68m.But, undoubtedly, he has been the most successful buy in the period since Sir Alex Ferguson retired.The skipper has produced 54 goals and 40 assists in 157 Premier League matches.However, Sir Jim Ratcliffe is preparing for a huge clearout at United in order to try and free up funds for new additions.READ MORE ON MAN UTDAnd Fernandes, who penned an extension until 2026 two years ago, responded to that by saying: “Obviously, it doesn’t just depend on me, does it?“A player always has to want to be here, but at the same time, you have to want him to stay. At the moment, I feel there’s that on both sides.“I’m not thinking too much about the future, not least because, obviously, this season hasn’t been at the level I’d hoped for, either individually or collectively, so far.“So, if you want me to be very honest, if I have to think about not continuing in the Premier League, it won’t be until after the Euros because nothing will be able to take my focus away from the FA Cup final and the Euros, as there’s nothing more important than that at the moment.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThose remarks will have raised eyebrows both at Old Trafford and across Europe as a host of clubs plot a potential swoop.And here are five places that United captain could end up:’He’s won nothing’ – Roy Keane and Ian Wright in heated argument over Man Utd captain Bruno FernandesBARCELONAAnother club that is planning a brutal clearout by putting all-but three stars on the transfer list, including Robert Lewandowski.And if they can raise the necessary funds, then Fernandes could be somebody they look to to try and transform their midfield.His agent Jorge Mendes already enjoys a good relationship with the Catalans and a report emerged last month that he has offered them the United captain.REAL MADRIDFernandes would be the ideal replacement for the soon-to-be departing Luka Modric in the heart of the midfield.They have been long-term admirers of the star, who they were keen on while he was still at Sporting, and were scouting him at the 2022 World Cup.But with Kyliann Mbappe expected to sign on a mega-money package, funds could be tight at Madrid.JUVENTUSAnother club that was previously linked with Fernandes before United swooped for him.Two years later they were still allegedly “in love” with the Portugal ace and Juventus could potentially launch a move to finally get their man.PSGJust like Juventus, the French giants also wanted him prior to his switch to Old Trafford.With Mbappe set to leave Parc des Princes this summer, that would open up some huge space on the wage bill.And that could lead to PSG attempting to snap him up.READ MORE SUN STORIESSAUDI PRO LEAGUEThe Saudis are expected to try and bring a host more stars to try and bolster their league again this summer.And if Fernandes is available, there is no doubt that they would love him to join his Portuguese team-mate and ex-United colleague Ronaldo out in the Middle East.Pundits verdict on Ten Hag’s futureWhere do the pundits stand on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future
      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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      England star Trent Alexander-Arnold spotted with Jude Law’s Christian Dior model daughter Iris on stroll in London

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      ENGLAND star Trent Alexander-Arnold was spotted on a stroll in London with Jude Law’s model daughter Iris. The two were snapped together on the fashionable Portobello Road in Notting Hill enjoying a drink together. Trent Alexander-Arnold was spotted on a stroll in London with Jude Law’s model daughter IrisCredit: BackGridThe two were snapped together on London’s fashionable Portobello Road in Notting HillCredit: BackGridBoth looked stylish in greenCredit: BackGridIris had a coffee cup while Alexander-Arnold had a smoothie in handCredit: BackGridIris – who has posed for Christian Dior, Calvin Klein, and Versace – sipped from a coffee cup while Alexander-Arnold had a smoothie in hand. The pair cut a stylish look with Iris wearing a baggy green coat with flared white trousers and boots. Meanwhile Liverpool defender Alexander-Arnold matched in green trousers with a lime coloured hoodie. The right-back has previously been romantically linked with British model and influencer Hannah Atkins.READ MORE IN footballAnd Iris – who is dad Jude’s eldest daughter – has also dated rapper Pa Salieu in the past.She was born in Camden to her movie star parents Jude and Sadie Frost and has six siblings.Iris, 23, has turned her hand to acting but is most well known for modelling, recently posing for Burberry.Her brothers Raff and Rudy have both also modelled and acted before while they have two younger sisters, Sophia and Ada. Most read in FootballEngland’s new Euros WagsENGLAND football stars will be hoping their other halves will bring them good luck in Germany this summer and SunSport runs down the new faces to expect to see.

      Erica Correa: We exclusively revealed Man Utd star Marcus Rashford has been growing close to the Colombia-born model.
      Laura Celia Valk: The Dutch stunner is rumoured to be dating Jude Bellginham and staying in his Madrid mansion.
      Ellie Alderson: The interior designer is with Ollie Watkins, who will be hoping for a place on the plane after missing the last Euros and World Cup.
      Dani Dyer: The actor and reality TV star is going out with Jarrod Bowen, who is in fine form and in line for a Euros call up.
      Annie Keating: Girlfriend to Anthony Gordon, who is vying for a place in England’s competitive frontline.
      Iris Law: The model and daughter to actor Jude sparked romance rumours with Trent Alexander-Arnold after they were spotted together.

      Jude Law with daughter Iris in 2016Credit: RexIris has posed for Christian Dior, Calvin Klein, and Versace beforeCredit: GettyIris is dad Jude’s eldest daughterCredit: GettyShe has also acted in the past despite focusing on modellingIris on the Burberry Catwalk in 2023Credit: Ki PriceJude Law and Sadie Frost pictured in 1997Credit: Getty – ContributorJude also has two other children with wife Phillipa Coan – who he married in 2019 – but their genders have not been revealed.Alexander-Arnold is chasing the Premier League title but Liverpool have lost ground on leaders Arsenal and champions Manchester City. They sit five points off the top with three games remaining in the season.Then, Alexander-Arnold, 25, will turn his attention to this summer’s Euros in Germany as he competes for a place in Gareth Southgate’s squad. Alexander-Arnold is still chasing the Prem title with LiverpoolCredit: ReutersHe will then turn his attention on the Euros with EnglandCredit: GettyInside the ten stunning Euro 2024 stadiums including historic final venue More