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      Forgotten Man Utd star who hasn’t played a single game all season open to staying after contract expires in summer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED star Tom Heaton is reportedly open to staying at the club after his contract expires this summer.The goalkeeper has found game time hard to come by since returning to the club in the summer of 2021 and is yet to feature this season.Tom Heaton could stay at Manchester United after his contract expiresCredit: GettyBut he has played an important role off the pitch and was part of a core group of leaders under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.Erik ten Hag persuaded Heaton to stay at the club last summer amid interest from Luton, with the keeper penning a one-year deal.Now Heaton is in the final two months of his contract, which is unlikely to be renewed.The former England star is believed to be considering his options but is open to remaining at Old Trafford in a coaching capacity, report Manchester Evening News.READ MORE ON MAN UTDHeaton, 38, has made three appearances for United including one in the Champions League.He arrived at the club hoping to be second choice behind Dean Henderson, who Solskjaer promised would be No1 with De Gea listed for sale, and shared his disappointment at not playing enough.Heaton said: “I was hoping [to be second choice]. I was hoping to go in and challenge.”I knew the situation so, to some degree, it was my own fault but you always back yourself a little bit. I can’t have too many complaints.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSVictory his never been less glorious than this for Man Utd, says Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd
      PROBABLY only Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United could book a place in an FA Cup final while hanging their heads in shame.
      Minutes after the final whistle of this ridiculous semi-final, Coventry’s magnificent underdogs were performing a lap of honour to their cheering fans — while most of United’s players and supporters had disappeared.
      Then the Wembley PA system started blaring out ‘Glory, Glory Man United!’ and everybody started laughing out loud.
      Victory has never been less glorious.
      As a party-starter, it fell flat. As a stab at dark humour, it was sensational.
      Even by United’s standards of low farce this was ridiculous.
      Now even the unlikely scenario of a final victory over City is unlikely to save Ten Hag’s job.
      After all, Louis van Gaal was axed days after United last won this competition in 2016 and his side were never as bad as this current lot.
      Read Dave Kidd’s thoughts on the game in full.
      Or check out all of Dave Kidd’s articles.

      “I always felt a little bit of unfinished business [at the club] from my point of view and there were a lot of positives to coming back. The fact is that as a footballer, there’s no substitute for playing.”United are reportedly willing to listen to offers for all but three of their stars – Kobbie Mainoo, Rasmus Hojlund and Alejandro Garnacho.Ex-Man Utd history maker Josh Harrop becomes unemployed aged 28 More

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      Fans ‘have to do a double take’ as Premier League laugh at video of Arsenal’s ‘blatant attempt of cheating’

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      FANS are up in arms after the Premier League laughed at a video of attempted Arsenal “cheating”.The Premier League’s official X account shared a video from an incident during the North London Derby where Ben White tried to undo Gugliemo Vicario’s gloves.Ben White pestered Gugliemo Vicario at a corner by trying to undo his glovesFans have slammed the Premier League for making light of the incidentWhite was praised for his underhand tactics by Gunners fans at the time, but the Prem have now come under fire.That is because they added the caption: “Ben White trying to undo Guglielmo Vicario’s gloves 😅”Supporters took exception to post with many slamming the organisation for laughing at the situation, which some claim was “blatant cheating”.One reacted saying: “Had to double take at the Premier League official page laughing at a blatant attempt of cheating.”READ MORE ON ARSENALAnother added: “The official Premier League page is laughing at cheating😱”A third wrote: “There’s absolutely nothing funny here.”And another commented: “This isn’t funny. This is an attempt to cheat.”White unsettled Vicario at a corner which Arsenal scored from to open the scoring against Tottenham.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMeet the Arsenal Wags from Strictly star to a flight attendant
      Tomali Benson – partner of Bukayo Saka
      Benson and Saka have kept information on their relationship largely quiet.
      They do not appear on each others Instagram pages but she was seen speaking to Saka at the 2022 World Cup.
      Helene Spilling – partner of Martin Odegaard
      A professional dancer from Norway who rose to fame in the country’s version of Strictly Come Dancing, the pair were first spotted together at the Football Awards in March 2023.
      Sophie Weber – partner of Kai Havertz
      Weber works as a model and social media influencer and is the most high profile member of the group on online with almost 400,000 followers on Instagram.
      They are childhood sweethearts having grown up in the same neighbourhood.
      Milly White – partner of Ben White
      The couple got engaged in 2022 before tying the knot officially in May last year. They have matching “I love you tattoos” on their wrists. Milly White works as a model.
      Laura Trossard Hilven – partner of Leandro Trossard
      The pair met in 2014 before getting married in 2019.
      They have two sons together, Thiago and Amadeo.
      Lauren Fryer – partner of Declan Rice
      Lauren Fryer and Declan Rice have been together since 2015. She tends to keep a lower profile compared to some of Arsenal’s other Wags but is no less stunning.
      She sadly deleted all pictures on her Instagram after suffering horrific abuse by vile trolls.
      Georgina Ramsdale – partner of Aaron Ramsdale
      Georgina Ramsdale works as a flight attendant.
      The couple got married last June after the Arsenal star proposed in 2022. They originally met in 2019.

      White stood next to Vicario and as well as the usual pushing and shoving, he appeared to try to undo the keeper’s gloves.Twice Vicario tried to push White off but the Gunners star remained persistent and his pestering paid off.’Bravest fan in the world’ spotted in the Tottenham end with an ARSENAL shirt after turning up with wrong ticket More

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      Arsenal star Rice takes swipe at Keane after Man Utd legend’s ‘unfair’ criticism

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      DECLAN RICE has dismissed criticism from Roy Keane, Graeme Souness, and Jamie Redknapp.Roy Keane and his fellow pundits claimed that Rice doesn’t have enough goal contributions which is preventing him from being one of the best in the league.Declan Rice has been criticised for his lack of goal involvementsCredit: GETTYAcross 245 games, Rice scored 15 goals and assisted 13 times for West Ham.Since moving to Arsenal he has been involved in putting the ball into the back of the net.In 48 appearances he has already scored six times and registered nine assists, this season.Speaking to ITV sport last season, Man Utd legend Keane said: “I don’t think he’s been great this season, I really don’t. I think he’s not really kicked on.READ MORE ON ARSENAL”For all the talk about him, a lot of good PR coming out of West Ham about how much he’s worth, I think he needs to do a lot more. Doesn’t score enough goals, doesn’t get enough assists.”Graeme Souness and Jamie Redknapp also highlighted Rice’s lack of goal involvements but the England midfielder has dismissed these opinions. In an interview with The Athletic, he said that criticism of his lack of goals was unfair:”Because Roy Keane, (Graeme) Souness, (Jamie) Redknapp, people that talk about my goalscoring ability, if you looked at their goals, they didn’t score hundreds in their career.Most read in FootballRoy Keane was unimpressed with Declan Rice before his move to ArsenalCredit: GETTY”But they’re remembered for what they did as midfield players: Roy Keane breaking up play, being a hard-tackling midfielder, won loads of titles for United.”The same with Souness. So I don’t know why when it comes to me it’s all about goals, because it’s never been my game. Since I’ve been scoring, no one has said anything.”Fans ‘have to do a double take’ as Premier League laugh at video of Arsenal’s ‘blatant attempt of cheating’ And the stats seem to support the Arsenal midfielder’s response. In 613 appearances, Keane provided 77 goals and 45 assists.Souness scored 82 times and assisted 44 goals in 579 games, whilst Redknapp scored 47 goals and registered 32 assists in 374 appearances.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMeet the Arsenal Wags from Strictly star to a flight attendant
      Tomali Benson – partner of Bukayo Saka
      Benson and Saka have kept information on their relationship largely quiet.
      They do not appear on each others Instagram pages but she was seen speaking to Saka at the 2022 World Cup.
      Helene Spilling – partner of Martin Odegaard
      A professional dancer from Norway who rose to fame in the country’s version of Strictly Come Dancing, the pair were first spotted together at the Football Awards in March 2023.
      Sophie Weber – partner of Kai Havertz
      Weber works as a model and social media influencer and is the most high profile member of the group on online with almost 400,000 followers on Instagram.
      They are childhood sweethearts having grown up in the same neighbourhood.
      Milly White – partner of Ben White
      The couple got engaged in 2022 before tying the knot officially in May last year. They have matching “I love you tattoos” on their wrists. Milly White works as a model.
      Laura Trossard Hilven – partner of Leandro Trossard
      The pair met in 2014 before getting married in 2019.
      They have two sons together, Thiago and Amadeo.
      Lauren Fryer – partner of Declan Rice
      Lauren Fryer and Declan Rice have been together since 2015. She tends to keep a lower profile compared to some of Arsenal’s other Wags but is no less stunning.
      She sadly deleted all pictures on her Instagram after suffering horrific abuse by vile trolls.
      Georgina Ramsdale – partner of Aaron Ramsdale
      Georgina Ramsdale works as a flight attendant.
      The couple got married last June after the Arsenal star proposed in 2022. They originally met in 2019. More

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      Man Utd legend Gary Neville says FA lined him up for England job as he reveals three English clubs he rejected

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      GARY NEVILLE has revealed that he was being lined up to succeed Roy Hodgson as England manager.And he added that three English clubs had also approached him to take charge.Gary Neville was approached by multiple clubs to join as head coachCredit: GETTYThe Manchester United legend became a sought-after managerial candidate following retirement.He opted to go into punditry and later joined Roy Hodgson’s team as an assistant coach for England, presiding over the World Cup in 2014 and Euro 2016.In between the two international campaigns, Neville joined his brother Phil, who had been working as an assistant at Valencia, and was appointed Head Coach.Valencia owner Peter Lim already had a good relationship with the Man Utd legend, as they are both shareholders in Salford City, and believed they could replicate their business success on to the pitch.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSAnd Neville revealed on the Stick to Football podcast that when he took the job, then-FA Director Dan Ashworth – who is now on the brink of joining Man Utd – endorsed him as Roy Hodgson’s successor.But ultimately, the former right-back only lasted four months in Spain.He was sacked after winning just three games in 16, with a low point being a 7-0 hammering at Barcelona.Neville, speaking on the Stick to Football podcast, brought to you by Sky Bet, said: “I remember getting the Valencia job in December, and Dan Ashworth rang me and said this was the perfect move for me to be on that next step for when Roy Hodgson decided he wanted to leave the England job, for me to take over.Most read in FootballGary Neville’s coaching experience

      Appointed as England assistant coach in May 2012.
      Euros in 2012 where they were knocked out by Italy in the quarter-final.
      World Cup in 2014 where England were knocked out in the group stages for first time since 1958.
      Appointed head coach of Valencia in December 2015 but was sacked three months later with a win rate of 35%.
      Rejoined England as head coach for Euro 2016 where they were knocked out in the last 16 by Iceland.
      Left England coaching role with a 59% win rate, partially due to the poor standard of opposition.

      CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I always remember that phone call and him saying this was the perfect opportunity. “But I look back now, and it was right that I failed in the job because I didn’t put the work in.Gary Neville reveals Man Utd stars would be ‘killed’ if they broke four unwritten rules in matches”With how my work ethic is now, I needed to fail to have that slap in the face moment, for me to get back to it, which is where I am now.”Neville also revealed three English clubs had approached him to take over as manager.However he turned them down in favour of focusing on his businesses and media duties.”I’ve been asked by Middlesbrough for an interview, Newcastle and Derby asked to speak to me, all in the previous three years I had been on Sky, and I said no to every offer because it wasn’t what I wanted to be.”I had started my businesses and my media career, so I didn’t want to be a coach and I had said no to Newcastle, which came from someone at Sky who had a contact at Newcastle as they wanted to speak to me, which was the same with Middlesbrough.”And I’m not saying that would have got me the job but it could have.”I took the Valencia job purely because I knew the owner and I felt like I owed him something and I was loyal to him.”He believed in me in terms of the business.READ MORE SUN STORIES”But I didn’t want to be a manager and I didn’t want to be a coach, and I said no to Peter Lim the first time, but he said that he really wanted me to do it.”I signed on a five-month contract, and I didn’t last that time because it became impossible for Peter, for me and for everyone.”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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      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