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      Moment new AC Milan manager whips out cigar and dances in repeat of iconic celebration after trophy win in second game

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      SERGIO CONCEICAO recreated his most famous celebration after guiding AC Milan to a trophy in only his SECOND game in charge.The Portuguese gaffer guided AC Milan to Supercoppa Italiana glory against their bitter rivals Inter on Monday night.Sergio Conceicao guided AC Milan to Supercoppa Italiana glory in only his second match in charge ofCredit: GETTYThe Portuguese gaffer was in jubliant mood in the dressing room and recreated his viral 2022 celebrationCredit: GettyHe puffed on an expensive-looking cigar as he danced with the trophyCredit: GettyMilan came from 2-1 down to win the match 3-2 thanks to goals from Theo Hernandez, Christian Pulisic and Tammy Abraham.And their epic comeback prompted Conceicao to recreate his incredible viral celebration after Porto’s title win in 2022.Conceicao puffed away on a cigar and bust-a-groove as he danced in front of the trophy.His recreation of the celebration, understandably, went viral.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSOne footie fan commented on the video: “I love Conceicao.”Another said: “Love the energy from Sergio Conceicao!”And another said: “Never want this video to end.”One remarked: “Proper gaffer!”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSergio Conceicao celebrates winning the Supercoppa Italiana with his backroom staffCredit: GETTYAnother chimed in: “Proper gaffer.”Conceicao only took charge of Milan before the turn of the New Year, replacing the sacked Paulo Fonseca.Watch AC Milan star stitch up her OWN gory wound in incredible video thanks to side hustle as a DOCTORHe said of the triumph: “I am very happy for the players, because it was not easy.”The atmosphere wasn’t the best when I arrived, there wasn’t much time to work on the details before these two games and we were up against two top level sides.“The players were magical, they absorbed everything we discussed.”Clearly there are things we need to improve, but they are aware of that.”I feel that with humility, we can have some great months together in the Champions League, Serie A and to take Milan where it deserves to be.“Now we are happy, we celebrate and from tomorrow we will begin to focus on Cagliari.” More

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      Tammy Abraham breaks down in tears after ex-Chelsea star’s last-gasp winner in Supercoppa Italiana final against Inter

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      TAMMY ABRAHAM broke down in tears after firing AC Milan to Supercoppa Italiana glory against bitter rivals Inter.Two ex-Chelsea stars scored as the Rossoneri staged an incredible comeback from 2-0 down with 40 minutes left to play in a thrilling final.Tammy Abraham was overcome with emotion as he scored a winner in the finalCredit: RexAbraham slotted in with 93 minutes on the clockCredit: ReutersThe ex-Chelsea striker has battled back from a lengthy injuryCredit: RexTheo Hernandez halved the deficit before former Blues winger Christian Pulisic equalised with the match set for extra-time.But Abraham tapped home a 93rd minute winner from point blank range to spark huge Milan celebrations.The 27-year-old was overcome with emotion and the striker had tears in his eyes as he was mobbed by his team-mates.Last season was especially tough for Abraham as he was injured for ten months at previous club Roma due to an ACL tear.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHis loan to Milan was not going perfectly either after he missed a penalty against Fiorentina, having reportedly ignored orders from the manager to give the spot-kick to Pulisic.But his goal in the final saw the jubilant scenes continue long into the night as Abraham posed with the trophy alongside old Chelsea team-mate Fikayo Tomori.Incredible footage from inside the dressing room showed new boss Sergio Conceicao dancing and smoking a cigar.It was the manager’s second game in charge, having replaced the sacked Paulo Fonseca a week ago.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe Supercoppa Italiana is a four-team tournament involving the winners and runners-up of the previous season’s Serie A and Coppa Italia.It has been controversially held in Saudi Arabia for the last three years.Moment Luke Littler copies Chelsea legend’s celebration during World Darts Championship clash with Nathan Aspinall Since joining Milan on loan, Abraham has scored six goals in 21 appearances.He left Chelsea three-and-a-half years ago for Roma, having won the Champions League and played 82 times for his boyhood club.The 11-time capped England star could soon have another compatriot with him at San Siro as Milan are interested in signing Marcus Rashford.Fellow ex-Chelsea man Fikayo Tomori celebrated with AbrahamCredit: GettyMilan boss Sergio Conceicao was in the mood to partyCredit: Getty More

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      Chelsea wonderkid Cesare Casadei ‘AGREES to permanent transfer exit as Torino launch bargain £10m bid’

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      CHELSEA look set to offload wonderkid Cesare Casadei after he AGREED a permanent transfer away. The 21-year-old midfielder was signed in 2022 from Inter Milan in a deal worth £12.6m after he was touted for big things. Cesare Casadei could be on his way out of ChelseaCredit: GettyCasadei was named player of the tournament at the Under-20 World Cup for Italy and looked to be a star of the future. He spent time on loan at Reading and Leicester before being recalled to the Blues squad in January 2024. Incoming manager Enzo Maresca decided to keep Casadei in his side after taking over in the summer. But the player has been limited to just six appearances all season – five in the Europa Conference League and one in the Carabao Cup.READ MORE IN football Casadei has only made Chelsea’s Premier League bench four times – failing to make an appearance. It has led to speculation over his future and now Gianluca Di Marzio reports that Casadei has agreed to join Torino back home in Italy. A deal between the two clubs is now being thrashed out – believed to be in the region of £10m. Chelsea’s terms with Torino is also set to include a buy-back option.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSCasadei is said to have attracted attention from Napoli, Lazio and Monza as well with the player keen on a return home. Maresca did not sign Casadei at Chelsea but the two worked together at Leicester – where the midfielder was played in a more advanced role. Moment Luke Littler copies Chelsea legend’s celebration during World Darts Championship clash with Nathan Aspinall The Stamford Bridge boss praised Casadei in October following a run of Conference League performances. Maresca said: “I am very happy with the way he is playing. “I had Cesare last year and he was playing a little bit in different position. This year, we are using him like a holding midfielder. “The reason why is because I think we go in the direction where the middle you need physical players. Cesare is very big, physically strong and helps us when we want to press. “On the ball, he is improving a lot. Tonight he played one touch, so we are very happy. “For him, it’s the same as the rest; many things he can do better but he is in the right direction.”Enzo Maresca has worked with Casadei at Chelsea and LeicesterCredit: Getty More

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      How Marcus Rashford and Victor Osimhen compare as Man Utd look at stunning swap transfer for Napoli striker

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      MARCUS RASHFORD and Victor Osimhen could be involved in a stunning swap this month.The Manchester United star, 27, recently admitted that he is ready for a “new challenge” away from Old Trafford.Marcus Rashford has hardly featured under Ruben AmorimCredit: GettyVictor Osimhen has spent this season on loan in TurkeyCredit: GettyRashford has received plenty of interest from clubs in Saudi Arabia, who would be willing to pay him as much as £675,000 a week.But the forward has snubbed a Middle East switch as he is keen to impress new England boss Thomas Tuchel – which could open the door to Napoli.Their boss Antonio Conte is keen on Rashford, and could look to reunite him with his former United team-mates Scott McTominay and Romelu Lukaku.Osimhen, 26, was previously Napoli’s star man.READ MORE ON MAN UTDBut after moves to Saudi Arabia and Chelsea fell through in the summer, the Nigerian was frozen out by Conte and shunted out on loan to Galatasaray.United could land Osimhen this month, however, with the striker possessing a £62million release clause.Flogging Rashford to Napoli, meanwhile, would give the Red Devils a huge PSR boost, while affording Amorim the ability to add extra fire-power in Osimhen.Since Osimhen joined Napoli from Lille in 2020, he has scored far more goals than Rashford.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWhile the United man has been playing mainly off the wing, Osimhen has been Napoli’s, and now Galatasaray’s, main man up front.He scored 76 goals in 133 games for the Serie A side, helping them end their 33-year title drought in 2023.Ruben Amorim explains why Marcus Rashford is still exiled at Man Utd despite ‘wanting to play’ Osimhen has also added a further 12 goals for Galatasaray, with his overall record since 2020 standing at 88 strikes in 148 games.Rashford, meanwhile, has scored 71 times in 214 appearances during the same period, having notched four this term.Naturally, having played wide, Rashford has far more assists than Osimhen.Since his Napoli switch Osimhen has laid on 16 assists in total, compared to Rashford’s 31.The Man Utd man has also created 197 chances, more than Osimhen’s tally of 136, albeit with the Nigerian having played far fewer games.Rashford edges Osimhen in big chances created with 36 compared to 30 – not a huge advantage given the latter’s 66 fewer appearances.The 60-cap England international has taken 462 shots with 206 on target, with a conversion rate of 15.37 per cent.Osimhen, meanwhile, had a conversion rate of 17.43 per cent at Napoli, with 176 shots on target from 436 attempts.This season at Galatasaray his numbers are slightly down, having hit the target 33 times out of 76 shots, with an overall conversion rate of 15.79 per cent.READ MORE SUN STORIESBoth stars have out-performed their xGs – with Rashford’s 71 goals having come from an xG of 59.37.Osimhen’s 88 goals, meanwhile, have been achieved from an xG of 81.45. More

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      David De Gea makes wonder save that ‘makes Vlahovic find religion’ as Man Utd fans ask ‘why did we let him go’

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      DAVID DE GEA showed Manchester United fans he has still got it with a stunning save against Juventus.The 34-year-old goalkeeper is now at Italian side Fiorentina.David De Gea pulled off a stunning save to stop Juventus going aheadDusan Vlahovic was left in disbeliefDe Gea made three huge saves in the draw with JuveCredit: RexDe Gea starred in La Viola’s 2-2 draw with Juve last night, making three huge saves.His best came when the game was level at 1-1 in the first-half as he denied Dusan Vlahovic in stunning fashion.The striker chested the ball down and fired powerfully towards the near post from point blank range on the half volley.But De Gea stood firm and reacted smartly to get a strong right hand on the ball to divert it wide.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLVlahovic was in disbelief at how he had not found the back of the net and did the sign of the cross in shock.Fans were also stunned, with one saying: “Vlahovic questioning his footballing faith.”Another added: “De Gea with a save that made Vlahovic find religion.”United fans reacted: “Why did we let him go?”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSA second wrote: “One of the best shot stoppers of all-time, just weak in other areas.”On the save, De Gea told DAZN: “I actually hurt myself with the landing on that save, but it all went well in the end.”Classy Ruben Amorim gives young Man Utd fan once-in-a-lifetime tour around Carrington training ground in his carThe Spaniard left Man Utd in 2023 to end a 12-year stay at Old Trafford.De Gea departed the club after United reportedly pulled out a contract agreement.He played 545 times for the Red Devils, winning the Premier League, FA Cup and Europa League. More

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      AC Milan sack Paulo Fonseca after less than six months in charge and confirm replacement just hours later

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      AC MILAN have appointed Sergio Conceicao as their new boss just hours after sacking Paulo Fonseca.The Portuguese gaffer was given his marching orders after last night’s 1-1 Serie A draw with Roma.AC Milan have sacked manager Paulo Fonseca after less than six monthsCredit: AFPSergio Conceicao has been confirmed as his replacementCredit: GettyFonseca only joined Milan last summer as a replacement for Stefano Pioli after two years with French side Lille.Tasty fees were spent on Monaco midfielder Youssouf Fofana, Salzburg defender Stranhinja Pavlovic, Spurs right-back Emerson Royal and Atletico Madrid’s ex-Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata.And Fonseca even managed to bag a late loan deal for Roma forward Tammy Abraham, also once of Chelsea, while also making Blues icon Paulo Ferreira his assistant.But despite the haul of arrivals, Milan were only able to win 12 of 24 matches under their new boss.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe 19-time Serie A champions find themselves eighth in the table, 14 points behind joint-leaders Atalanta and Napoli.They could fall 16 points off the pace if rivals Inter Milan win their game in hand.And San Siro chiefs issued a brutal 41-word statement on Monday to confirm that Fonseca had been given his marching orders.It read: “AC Milan announces that Paulo Fonseca has been relieved from his duties as Head Coach of the Men’s First Team. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”The Club extends its gratitude to Paulo for his great professionalism and wishes him the very best in his future endeavours.”Milan have not wasted any time appointing a successor, with fellow Portuguese ace Conceicao penning a contract until 2026.Watch AC Milan star stitch up her OWN gory wound in incredible video thanks to side hustle as a DOCTORHe starred for rivals Lazio, Parma and Inter as a player.While his son, 22-year-old winger Francisco, currently plays for Juventus.It marks his first role since leaving Porto in June.He spent seven years in the Portuguese capital, winning three titles and eight cups.Conceicao was renowned for his fiery attitude and bullish tactics.And he could opt for a 4-4-2 formation, potentially pairing ex-Chelsea duo Morata and Abraham together. More

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      Chelsea ‘offer three players and cash’ for Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez as boss Maresca tries to trim squad

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      INTER MILAN skipper Lautaro Martinez is reportedly a January transfer target for Chelsea. The Argentine striker has spent the last seven years in Italy after joining the Serie A giants from Racing Club. Lautaro Martinez is reportedly a surprise target for ChelseaCredit: GettyThe Argentine striker has been out of form this seasonCredit: GettyMartinez has been prolific in an Inter shirt, netting over 100 times in 220 appearances. The 27-year-old penned a new five-year deal with the club in August, signing until 2029. But after a poor run of form this season, reports in Martinez’s native Argentina suggest Chelsea are ready to pounce – and trim their bloated squad in the process. According to El Grafico, the Blues are willing to offer Inter three players plus cash to tempt the 27-year-old to West London. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe outlet claims Benoit Badiashile, Carney Chukwuemeka and Mykhailo Mudryk could all be used as leverage by boss Enzo Maresca.Despite their strong form in Serie A, Martinez has not found the net for the Nerazzurri since October. He joined the club as a teenager in 2018, costing a cut-price £20.7million. The fan favourite has netted over 20 times in the last three seasons but has just 5 goals in 15 games this term.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSMilan currently sit third in the league – three points behind leaders Atalanta – as they target back-to-back titles.Mudryk’s future at the Bridge remains uncertain after the Ukrainian failed a drugs test earlier this month.Lautaro Martinez celebrates into the night after Inter victory on the Serie AChelsea boss Maresca has publically supported his winger after a positive test for the banned substance meldonium.Mudryk, who insists he is innocent, is awaiting the results of a ‘B’ sample taken while on Ukraine duty.Mykhailo Mudryk could reportedly be used as part of a deal for MartinezCredit: APChelsea ratings vs Everton as Enzo continues to shine but Jackson costs Blues chance to winCHELSEA extended their unbeaten run to nine Premier League games with a performance that will quickly be forgotten.Chances on goal were few and far between but Nicolas Jackson had two opportunities to put the Blues ahead in the first half.SunSport’s Kealan Hughes provides his ratings of the Chelsea squad…Robert Sanchez – 7Smart stop down to his right to deny Orel Mangala shortly before the break.Pulled off an even better save when Jack Harrison looked certain to score in the second half.Axel Disasi – 6Dealt with the tricky Iliman Ndiaye reasonably well. Lacked an attacking threat which hindered Blues going forward.Tosin Adarabioyo – 8Made a brilliant block 15 minutes from time to stop Ndiaye finding the net with Sanchez beaten.He also looked assured on the ball and comfortable doing the nitty-gritty every time he plays. Deserves more game time.Levi Colwill – 7An accomplished display as he limited Everton’s chances on goal, worked well with Adarabioyo.Malo Gusto – 5Was caught out a few times by Harrison, who should have scored when he got in behind the left-back.Almost opened the scoring in the first half but Pickford charged down his shot well.Moises Caicedo – 7Protected the defence well and cut out a lot of loose balls to prevent Everton getting near the Chelsea box.Enzo Fernandez – 8Perhaps Chelsea’s best player. Saw a lot of the ball and kept possession nicely.Had one shooting opportunity he aimed straight at the keeper.Cole Palmer – 5Squared well for Jackson’s chance. Failed to influence the match in his usual manner, which is a credit to the Everton defence.Pedro Neto – 5Plenty of effort and endeavour but not really his day. Every time he did threaten he was quickly fouled.Jadon Sancho – 5Some nice touches and passes but rarely posed a threat.Nicolas Jackson – 4Spurned a big chance first half as Pickford was equal to a close range effort.He then missed an even easier opportunity minutes later as he directed his header onto the post with the goal gaping.SubsChristopher Nkunku (for Jackson, 76mins) – 5Noni Madueke (for Neto, 76mins) – 5High-flying Chelsea have spent more than £1billion under the current ownership.Maresca said: “We have three league games before January.“After these we are going to sit and decide if we need to do something.” More

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      Cesc Fabregas could offer Dele Alli a return to football as Arsenal legend ‘likes ex-England star a lot’

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      DELE ALLI could be set for a major return to football in Serie A by Premier League legend Cesc Fabregas.Dele, 28, has been a free agent since June but continued to train with former club Everton while looking for his next challenge.Dele Alli could return to football after leaving Everton in JuneCredit: GettyComo manager Cesc Fabregas is keen to sign Dele in the Serie ACredit: RexThe versatile midfielder used to be one of the best players in the English top flight thanks to some stunning performances with Tottenham, where he spent seven years.The ex-England international burst onto the scene in 2015 and went on to amass 67 goals and 58 assists in 269 appearances, which included a place in Spurs’ starting line-up in the 2019 Champions League final.However, Dele fell out of favour and ended up leaving the North Londoners in 2022 to move to Everton where he underwent a series of injury setbacks and a hapless loan stint at Besiktas.The playmaker then revealed in a brave and heartbreaking interview that he became addicted to sleeping pills after his rough spell in Turkey and opened up about his difficult childhood.Read More on FootballAfter that, the ex-Tottenham star revealed he is determined to make a dynamic comeback and is now targeting a return to England ahead of the 2026 World Cup.Dele’s resurgence could be put together by one of his beloved Spurs’ biggest rivals in Arsenal and Chelsea legend Fabregas, 37.The Barcelona hero manages Italian outfit Como, where he is also a minority shareholder.Dele was spotted in the stands alongside Hollywood A-listers Keira Knightley, Adrien Brody and Michael Fassbender at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia watching Como beat Roma 2-0 on Sunday.Most read in FootballThat led to reports suggesting the fallen England star would start training with Fabregas and co come Boxing Day before signing a deal with the club.And Como sporting director Carlalberto Ludi confirmed “something interesting could develop” and revealed the manager “likes him a lot”.Dele Alli hailed for opening up on mental health battles as Everton star joins Monday Night Football panelLudi told TMW Radio: “In ideal conditions, he’s of interest to everyone.“We have an excellent relationship with his agent, and something interesting could develop, but we can’t know for sure yet.“We need a few weeks, including time to get to know each other, and then we’ll make the best decision. “A percentage? It’s too early to say. We’ll go through a period of training and mutual understanding, but Fabregas likes him a lot.” More