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      Top 100 goalkeepers in the world revealed by stats with shock Premier League No1 and bad news for Man Utd’s Andre Onana

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      FANS have been left baffled by a surprisingly list of the top 100 goalkeepers in the world.Number crunchers at CIES Football Observatory Index have ranked shot stoppers across the world based on stats to see who is the best.Gianluigi Donnarumma claimed top spot with a score of 95.5 out of 100Credit: AlamyRobert Sanchez was surprisingly came sixthCredit: RexAndre Onana failed to make the cutCredit: AlamyThey have taken into account the level of competition, results of games played and the “deviation in the percentage of saves compared to the expected value” to come to their conclusions. And CIES have given top spot to PSG and Italy No1 Gianluigi Donnarumma, who scored 95.5 out of 100.Second place went to Inter Milan’s Yann Sommer and the bronze medal position was awarded to Real Madrid star Thibaut Courtois.But fans have been left shocked by some of the other names in the top ten, including Brentford stopper Mark Flekken and Chelsea keeper Robert Sanchez.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFlekken has made 130 saves in the Premier League this season, 30 more than any other player, while keeping five clean sheets.Sanchez is ranked sixth by the statisticians despite much criticism from Chelsea fans this season.The Spaniard has made five errors directly leading to goals in the Premier League, which is the joint-highest amount in the division.But Chelsea supporters do not need to worry about the goalkeeping position as loanees Djordje Petrovic and Kepa Arrizabalaga make the top 100.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKThe man spending the season at Strasbourg ranks 11th and Bournemouth’s No1 is 17th.Alisson is regarded by many as the best goalkeeper in the league, but he has to settle for 33rd with a score of 75.1 out of 100.Biggest football kit fails after controversy over new England shirtThat is behind Celtic’s Kasper Schmeichel in 19th and Burnley’s James Trafford in 27th.Meanwhile, it is bad news for Manchester United keeper Andre Onana as he has failed to make the top 100 entirely.His predecessor between the Old Trafford sticks David De Gea is 53rd after a strong campaign at Fiorentina.Other surprise inclusions are Tottenham’s Antonin Kinsky in 67th, while the club’s first-choice option Guglielmo Vicario is nowhere to be seen.Sheffield United ace Michael Cooper and West Ham star Alphonse Areola just about sneak in at 81st and 86th respectively.Fans have slammed the rankings, with one saying: “Immediately I saw Sanchez’s of Chelsea name there, I disregarded the list.”Read More on The SunAnother added: “Did David Raya and Emi Martinez start playing a different sport?A third wrote: “Scandalous.”Mark Flekken made the top five after making more saves than anyone else this seasonCredit: AlamyInter Milan star Yann Sommer was ranked secondCredit: GettyThibaut Courtois had to settle for thirdCredit: Reuters More

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      New footage ‘shows Jude Bellingham in tense standoff with Ancelotti’ as Real Madrid boss ‘mortally wounded’ by Arsenal

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM was seen having a heated discussion with Carlo Ancelotti in what could prove to be revealing footage from Real Madrid’s 3-0 loss at Arsenal.The European champions were stunned by two Declan Rice free kicks and a Mikel Merino goal.Bellingham threw his hand up in their air after being lectured by AncelottiThe England star then appeared to shake his head at the instructions he receivedAnd Bellingham seemed to be shocked as he headed over to the touchline with Eduardo Camavinga to receive tactical instructions from manager Ancelotti.The England star first threw his hand up in the air, though it was not clear whether this was a gesture of frustration or he was simply pointing towards Camavinga.And then later on he shook his head before tossing his water bottle aside.Marca claim that the incident happened in the first half when the score was still 0-0.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSTheir report adds that Ancelotti was instructing the players on how to regain control of the midfield and dampen Arsenal’s energy to press with.But Bellingham would go on to have a relatively anonymous game in the 3-0 defeat.Meanwhile things went worse for Camavinga who was sent off after receiving a second booking for kicking the ball away in the 93rd minute.And another Spanish outlet, Relevo, claim Carlo Ancelotti has been “mortally wounded” by the result.Most read in Champions LeagueBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKIt suggests that unless the Italian can spur his side to a miracle comeback at the Bernabeu next week, they are likely to replace him with Xabi Alonso.Ancelotti has previously been heavily linked with the Brazil job, but spurned the advances of the Selecao last summer to stay in the Spanish capital.Paul Merson suffers awkward wardrobe malfunction live on Sky Sports as he jumps up to celebrate Arsenal goal More

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      Rio Ferdinand hands Ruben Amorim transfer wishlist with the four signings Man Utd need to make

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      RIO FERDINAND has named four players that Ruben Amorim must sign this summer. The former Manchester United centre-back has identified the problem positions that he feels Amorim needs to address.Rio Ferdinand has identified four key problem positions at Manchester UnitedRio Ferdinand believes that Ruben Amorim needs serious backing this summerCredit: GettyThe Red Devils languish in the bottom half of the Premier League table – currently 13th – 15 points adrift of the top four.United face Olympique Lyon in their crucial Europa League quarter-final clash in France on Thursday, with Europe’s secondary competition Amorim’s only chance of silverware in his first term at Old Trafford.The Portuguese has overseen a radical shift in formation since he took over the reins from Erik ten Hag, moving from the Dutchman’s 4-2-3-1 shape to his own 3-4-2-1 system that earned him plentiful admirers at Sporting Lisbon. He was cautiously backed in the January transfer market, with Patrick Dorgu arriving from Lecce to address the injury crisis at left wing-back, while Ayden Heaven joined from Arsenal to add youth to the central defensive ranks. Read more FootballHowever, Ferdinand, speaking on his Rio Ferdinand Presents Show, believes that there are four players that could begin to turn the tide at Old Trafford and position United on a positive trajectory once again.The six-time Premier League winner said: “I agree with Gary Neville that they need five players, I think they need four or five players but they will be constrained by [Profit and Sustainability Rules].”I want a centre midfielder to play alongside [Manuel] Ugarte; that player needs to be able to take the ball and transfer it through to Bruno [Fernandes] and the strikers. And you know who I’d go for? Adam Wharton.”21-year-old Wharton is currently at Crystal Palace, having arrived from Blackburn Rovers in January 2024 for £22.5million, with his performances so good that he forced his way into England’s Euro 2024 squad.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSScoring goals seems to United’s biggest problem, with Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee both struggling to shoulder the striking burden. As such, Ferdinand has his eyes on a striker that is tearing up the Turkish Super Lig this term.Rio Ferdinand calls out Roy Keane and Gary Neville’s takes on Man Utd vs Man City Ferdinand said: “We need [Victor] Osimhen”. “We need experience. We need someone who knows how to score. We need someone who can come and show these young strikers at Man United how to do it.”If I’m Man United, I’m making it happen. I want someone who knows their way around the pitch at an elite level and knows how to score at the elite level consistently. Osimhen’s done that.”Osimhen, the 26-year-old Nigerian, scored 31 times in all competitions as Napoli ended a 33-year drought for a Serie A title in 2022-23, and he hit 17 the season after that. However, he fell out with the Italian side, and was shipped out on loan to Galatasaray, where he has netted 26 goals for the Turkish league leaders.Adam Wharton has caught Ferdinand’s eyeVictor Osimhen could be the answer to Man Utd’s goalscoring woesCredit: GettySunSport reported previously that Napoli and United could strike a stunning swap deal that sees Marcus Rashford and Osimhen move in opposite directions, when Rashford’s loan deal at Aston Villa expires at the end of the current campaign.Ferdinand identified Matheus Cunha as his third top target, focusing on the Brazilian’s uncertain future at Wolves as a key reason to pursue a deal. Ferdinand said: “Another one I’d go and buy is Cunha. “He’s made it clear that he wants to leave so I’d go and get Cunha.”The forward threw his future at Molineux into doubt last month, admitting that he was eyeing “the next step”, despite penning a new four-and-a-half year deal with the Black Country outfit in February. Cunha has 13 goals in 26 Premier League appearances this term, and his goalscoring knack, as well as his versatility across the frontline, could make him an ideal signing for Amorim. The final name that Ferdinand presented was a former Manchester City academy prospect, who has since made his name in the Bundesliga as one of the continent’s leading right wing-backs. Ferdinand added: “You know who else I’d go and get? [Jeremie] Frimpong at right wing back.”   Read More on The SunFrimpong, the Netherlands international, currently plies his trade at Bayer Leverkusen, and has been touted as a potential replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold at Liverpool. The 24-year-old has featured 43 times in all competitions for Xabi Alonso’s Bundesliga champions, laying on 11 assists and scoring four goals.Matheus Cunha is eyeing a move away from WolvesCredit: GettyJeremie Frimpong has lit up the Bundesliga with LeverkusenCredit: EPA More

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      Man Utd on red alert over Jarrad Branthwaite transfer with Everton expected to lose defender this summer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have been put on alert with Everton expecting to lose Jarrad Branthwaite this summer.The Toffees are facing a huge summer overhaul at the end of the season, with just 11 senior players currently under contract for next season.Everton are expecting to lose Manchester United target Jarrad Branthwaite this summerCredit: AlamyMan Utd are on red alert as they keep tabs on Branthwaite’s situation at EvertonCredit: GettyWhile defender Branthwaite has a deal running until 2027, with an option to extend by another year, senior figures at Goodison Park have already accepted he will depart.United failed in a bid for the England Under-21 international last summer, while SunSport can reveal the Toffees rejected a significant bid from a Premier League rival on deadline day in January.The Red Devils are expected to return again this summer as they look to build a squad capable of playing Ruben Amorim’s style, with the Everton man valued at over £50million.But United will not be alone. Tottenham have previously expressed an interest in the 22-year-old and could return should Cristian Romero depart this summer.Read More on Man UtdWith Branthwaite’s likely departure and a host of senior figures out of contract at the end of the season, David Moyes knows he faces a frantic summer.Everton are expected to be one of the busiest clubs in the window and could need up to eight new signings to bolster their squad for a first campaign at their new Bramley Moore Dock home.Moyes recently offered a defiant response to suggestions Branthwaite needed to leave in order to make Thomas Tuchel’s England squad.The Scot said: “I would say to him – Phil Jagielka, Leighton Baines and Joleon Lescott.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old Trafford”That’s three who we brought in who went on to become internationals for England, which was a great achievement.”Jarrad is in the position that he can easily go on and do that. I think it’s a challenge for Jarrad to pick it up and say, ‘Come on, let me show what I can do’.Jarrad Branthwaite talks about his history of playing for Everton “This club has developed a number of internationals over the years and we’ve got a very good goalkeeper [Jordan Pickford] playing for England as well.”Despite Moyes’ hope that Branthwaite will remain in the blue half of Merseyside, those above the ex-West Ham boss have accepted that his fate lies elsewhere. More

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      Man Utd fans stunned by Kobbie Mainoo’s body transformation since being out injured

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans are convinced that Kobbie Mainoo put on some muscle while recovering from injury.Mainoo has not appeared for United since February, having suffered a knock in training.Fans are convinced that Kobbie Mainoo put on some muscle while recovering from injuryCredit: GettyThe midfielder returned to training last weekCredit: MUTVHe returned to the training pitch last week but Sunday’s derby against Manchester City came too soon.Now, the midfielder is gearing up for Thursday’s Europa League clash with Lyon at the Groupama Stadium.Mainoo was spotted in training on Wednesday morning.And some fans believe the 19-year-old has built up some muscle.READ MORE IN SPORTOne person took to X to write: “Damn, bro was bulking up hard while away.”Another commented: “Is it me or does it look like he’s packed on more muscle?”A third wrote: “Definitely has put on some muscle.”While a fourth said: “He’s been in the gym then.”Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordMan Utd head coach Ruben Amorim revealed at the weekend that Mainoo could make a return to action this week.He explained: “Kobbie Mainoo is training with us, we want to be careful, again, with our players, but maybe he’s going to be in our squad.”Nemanja Matic brands Andre Onana ‘one of worst keepers in Man Utd HISTORY’ in savage response to goalieThe United head coach also revealed that Harry Maguire will be available despite being hauled off in the 58th minute against City.He said: “Harry Maguire just had 60 minutes allowed from the medical department to play, so he’s fit and ready to go. So we need to be careful on this.”No, it’s not an injury, it’s just [that] we had a time that we could use Harry without any danger.”We cannot lose any more players, we have to try to divide the moments between the players. We have a really important game on Thursday.” More

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      Cole Palmer’s girlfriend Connie Grace stuns in bikini and shows off huge coconut as fans brand Chelsea Wag ‘insane’

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      COLE PALMER’S girlfriend Connie Grace stunned in a bikini while showing off a huge coconut.The Manchester-born blonde delighted fans as she posed for snaps while holidaying in Montego Bay, Jamaica.Cole Palmer’s girlfriend Connie Grace stunned in a bikini on the beachCredit: instagram @conniegrace_She showed off a huge coconut while holidaying in JamaicaCredit: instagram @conniegrace_Palmer and Connie have been dating since July 2024Credit: SplashConnie gazed into the lens while surrounded by golden beaches and blue skies.And she beat the heat by remaining cool with a hydrating coconut – complete with straw.Connie captioned the picture: “UV10.”Her 35,000 Instagram followers went beserk for her latest post.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne said: “Insane.”Another declared: “Super hot.”One noted: “Incredible.”Another added: “Baddie.”Most read in FootballConnie, who runs a nail salon, was first seen with Chelsea star Palmer in July 2024.The pair were spotted on holiday together in Ibiza. Cole Palmer goes incognito in massive hood and balaclava with girlfriend Connie Grace at Winter WonderlandConnie is a nail salon owner who hails from ManchesterCredit: instagram @conniegrace_She has stepped out with Palmer several times in the last yearCredit: instagram @conniegrace_Connie recently opened up on their heartwarming relationshipCredit: InstagramAnd later in the year they stepped out officially together at the GQ Men of the Year awards.The loved-up couple then saw in Christmas and the New Year with a fun day out at Winter Wonderland.And last month, Connie lifted the lid on her relationship with Palmer with some heartwarming comments.She said: “We met when we were 17. I think he knew me through mutual friends so I think he probably had his eye on me.“Oh, he’s warm and cuddly. Well, with me, hopefully with no one else.“When you know how much someone wants something and you know that’s someone’s dream, you just feel so proud.” More

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      ‘We don’t speak about it’ – Dean Windass and fiancee Kerry share emotional moment as they discuss his dementia diagnosis

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      FORMER Premier League striker Dean Windass has opened up about his dementia diagnosis.The 56-year-old’s diagnosis was announced by ex-Manchester United defender David May in January.Dean Windass has opened up about his dementia diagnosisCredit: ITVWindass appeared on Good Morning Britain with his fiancee, KerryCredit: ITVWith his permission, May revealed: “I only spoke to Dean Windass yesterday, ex-professional footballer. I asked Deano how he is.”He’s been diagnosed with Stage 2 dementia. He’s the same age as me and he’s worried sick of how it’s going to be in the future for him.”Windass later took to X to write: “Just got to keep smiling and trying to help people.”And now the ex-striker has opened up about his diagnosis for the first time.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSpeaking live on Good Morning Britain on Wednesday morning, he recalled the moment he was diagnosed.He said: “They rang me up and said they had the results. I said, ‘Why can’t you tell me on the phone?'”They said they wanted to do it over a zoom, so I panicked then.”And then Kerry (his fiancee) set up the laptop because I’m not very good at things like that.Most read in Football”They said, right, this is your diagnosis, it’s very mild, there’s nothing to worry about, it could be five to 10 years that it could develop to bigger stages.”So it wasn’t the news that I wanted. I was scared, of course I was.”Dean Windass dances and mimes along to song in his car after dementia diagnosis revealed “I do forget things of course. I’m 56 now, of course I forget names and this, that and the other.”I don’t know if I’m overthinking subconsciously.”Windass’ fiancee, Kerry Kehoe, then admitted that she noticed no major changes in the former footballer before he underwent tests and a scan.She continued: “I never noticed anything prior to the scan and we didn’t really think too much about it.”And when we got the results we buried our heads in the sand, didn’t we?”Windass himself then chimed in to say: “We had a bit of a laugh and joke about it.”I said, well, it was a bad day but it was a good day because they found a brain! They found my brain! I was absolutely delighted!”We (him and Kerry) never really discussed it between each other.Kerry admitted they don’t like speaking about the diagnosisCredit: ITVThey also revealed how they made a joke about it all when Windass was first diagnosedCredit: Rex”When she does ask me I say I’m fine, I’m alright.”And the reason I didn’t come out and speak about it a year and a half ago is because my oldest son is a professional footballer, my youngest son was a professional footballer.”I didn’t want my mum to worry, I didn’t want my kids to worry.”Windass played in the Premier League for boyhood club Hull as well as Bradford and Middlesbrough.He’s best remembered for scoring perhaps the most famous goal in play-off history when he netted a stunning volley at Wembley in 2008 to send Hull up to the Prem.He initially retired in 2009 before making two comebacks.The ex-striker hung up his boots officially in 2012 after a spell with Scarborough Athletic.During the interview, Windass also admitted that he initially didn’t want to know if he had dementia.He said: “John (Stiles, former Leeds midfielder) asked me about a year and half ago (to get a scan) and I declined.”I said ‘No, I’m not really interested in finding out’, and he was talking about the football families and how many former footballers have died.”He said, ‘Look it might help a lot of people’, so I sort of became a guinea pig to go into this scan machine.”Read More on The SunWindass continued: “A lot of footballers won’t do it because they don’t want to know the outcome. I wish I hadn’t gone in now, but it’s happened.”Because then I wouldn’t have known would I? It would be better not to know.”Windass pictured during the famous 2008 play-off finalCredit: Getty More

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      Declan Rice reveals he ‘DEFIED’ Arsenal orders by shooting from free-kick against Real Madrid after chat with team-mate

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      DECLAN RICE revealed his stunning free-kick against Real Madrid was not part of the plan – after he defied Arsenal’s set-piece guru. Rice curled a stunner past Thibaut Courtois before matching it moments later with an equally sensational top corner strike.Declan Rice defied Arsenal’s set-piece coach to shoot against Real MadridCredit: EPANicolas Jover urged Rice to crossCredit: YouTube/Amazon Prime Video SportInitially, fans online gave credit to set-piece coach Nicolas Jover – who has played a huge part in Arsenal’s success from corners this season. But Rice revealed it was actually words of wisdom from team-mate Bukayo Saka that inspired the first of his two stunners.The midfielder was given instructions to deliver the ball into the box but thought better of it. Told that he “defied” Jover, Rice said: “Yeah, I know! Bukayo said, the actual words were, ‘If you feel it, go for it.’READ MORE ON ARSENAL”I looked at the wall and looked at the keeper and thought I could bend it and that’s what happened.”As it turns out, Jover was not the only one telling him not to shoot – ignoring even his captain. Rice said: “I don’t know if it will ever sink in. “I fancied both (free-kicks) and to have the confidence, I am a bit speechless. “Martin [Odegaard] was saying to cross, I said it doesn’t make sense to chip it like that. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”We practice them all the time, Jover is telling me to cross and it didn’t make sense.”Rice and Mikel Merino help Arsenal take a commanding 3-0 lead to Madrid in Wednesday’s quarter-final return tie.’Give me your right foot please’ – Crocked Arsenal star issues plea to Declan Rice in dressing room after stunning goalsBefore the game, Rice had only taken 12 free-kicks as a professional without scoring – but two came in one match. Manager Mikel Arteta said: “Declan’s been very determined because we have said in the last few months that we have not scored a direct free-kick in three-and-half years.“So, to score two goals in 12 minutes of that magnitude and of that quality from the same player, a player that has never scored a free-kick before in his career, what are the odds?“This night was all about two factors; one is the atmosphere that we created 15 minutes before kick-off with something I haven’t seen before.”And then the magic, the individual moments that decide all matches. And the first two goals from Declan sums up the night.”Rice revealed Bukayo Saka urged him to shootCredit: Getty More