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    World’s sexiest ref Claudia Romani shows off underboob in raunchy beach pics but fans are more interested in her socks

    THE WORLD’S sexiest referee flaunted plenty of underboob in a series of raunchy beach snaps – but fans were more interested in her socks.Former Playboy cover model Claudia Romani has previously risked an Instagram red card with her revealing lingerie snaps.
    The world’s sexiest ref has caused a stir again on social mediaCredit: BackGrid
    But fans were more preoccupied with Claudia’s socksCredit: BackGrid
    And Claudia, a Serie A-qualified official, has pushed the rules of social media to the limit again with a new set of photos.
    The 41-year-old, who boasts 1.3 million followers, is currently holidaying in Miami.
    Claudia took the opportunity to hit the beach while in Florida.
    And, of course, the Italian captured every inch of herself on the sand and shared it online.
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    Dressed in the traditional colours of a referee, black, she stunned in a sexy bikini.
    And she appeared to be having the time of her life as she frolicked in the sand and even leant forward to show off her peachy bottom.
    However, this time it was the pink socks with a green alien image on them that got her fans talking.
    Claudia had the footwear pulled up almost to her knees, and the comments soon flooded in.
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    “Love the socks,” wrote one as another called them “beautiful”.
    Another hailed them as “sexy” while a fellow admirer claimed they “suited” her.
    However, one follower wrote: “Cute socks, but the picture of your booty and soles is really what does it for us guys!”
    Claudia previously showed off her bottom in a bright pink bikini in February and was snapped in a skimpy ref-themed outfit four months later.
    And, two years after graduating to Serie B and A in 2014, she pushed the boundaries a lot more more seriously on a professional level.
    She posed for a leggy shot in an AC Milan shirt – and nowadays she openly boasts of her support for Milan on Instagram
    But in recent posts she has revealed her admiration for INTER… albeit David Beckham’s club, not Milan’s fiercest rivals back at the San Siro.
    Inter Miami are preparing for their most exciting season ever after signing Lionel Messi.
    And Claudia posed in an outfit with their team badge as she sat on a matching towel, posting: “So happy for great soccer heading this way!!!” 
    Claudia has been dubbed the world’s sexiest refereeCredit: Splash News
    Her beach snaps have helped her amass a huge following onlineCredit: Instagram @claudia_romani
    The 41-year-old previously caused a stir by wearing an AC Milan kitCredit: Splash News More

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    I played with Ronaldo and bought a club that was named after me in my homeland for £19,500 – I even signed myself

    MOHAMED KALLON spent the 2001-02 season outscoring team-mate Ronaldo for Inter Milan. That summer, one of them scored both goals in the World Cup final.
    Mohamed Kallon starred for Inter Milan from 2001 to 2004Credit: Reuters
    He teamed up with legendary forward Ronaldo at the San SiroCredit: twitter @bashoverrated
    Still only 43, the footballer made his international debut way back in 1995Credit: Instagram
    The other bought a football club named after him in his homeland.
    A 22-year-old Kallon paid a cut-price £19,500 to purchase FC Kallon – a team in Sierra Leone rebranded from Sierra Fisheries to its new name in 2000.
    The striker had made a name for himself and was a national icon, scoring the winner on his senior Sierra Leone international debut in a crucial Africa Cup of Nations qualifier aged just 15.
    And he had already represented ten club sides by 2001 spanning five countries.
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    But a change in non-EU player quota laws during the 2000-01 season enabled Kallon to return to the San Siro with Inter.
    The star-studded squad also had the luxury of picking from Christian Vieri, Ronaldo, Alvaro Recoba, Adriano, Hakan Sukur and Nicola Ventola up front – with Javier Zanetti, Clarence Seedorf and Laurent Blanc further back.
    However, injuries to Ronaldo and Recoba saw Kallon make 39 appearances across all competitions.
    And the star, who bizarrely wore the No3 shirt traditionally reserved for the left-back, notched up 15 goals – second only behind Vieri and more than double Ronaldo’s tally of seven.
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    Inter finished the Serie A season in third, just two points behind champions Juventus, and reached the Uefa Cup semis.
    But it was his decision to buy FC Kallon that raised eyebrows – especially when he announced he had sacked three officials “because they are incompetent” a month BEFORE taking over.
    On the pitch, Kallon the player struggled for form and fitness in 2002-03 despite Ronaldo’s exit to Real Madrid. Then the forward was banned alongside Colonel Gaddafi’s son Al-Saadi for a positive steroids drug test.
    He left Inter with 19 goals in 61 appearances and three years at Monaco followed before the Sierra Leone captain decided to sign himself for his very own FC Kallon in 2009.
    Kallon said at the time: “My homecoming is a temporary one and it’s just for three months but it’ll be fruitful for the Sierra Leone premier league.
    “I know my presence in the league will see many Sierra Leoneans get attracted to the Sierra Leone league and this will help the local game grow.
    “I’ll also use the league to keep myself fit for the next European transfer window in January.
    “Surely I have many offers on the table but I just need to be fully fit to accept one of them.”
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    It was meant to be a short-term solution but brief spells in China and India followed before Kallon returned to Kallon where he finished his career in 2014 amid a backdrop of a bitter feud with his nation’s FA.
    FC Kallon won their fourth Sierra Leone National Premier League title in 2006 – their first under Kallon’s ownership and name.
    They have also lifted the country’s FA Cup and reached the CAF Champions League and CAF Confederations Cup during his tenure.
    The league was put on hold from 2014 to 2018 due to the Ebola epidemic but is now back underway.
    Kallon, now 43, remains heavily involved as the owner and there are suggestions he has even taken over as manager of the side who play at the 45,000-seater National Stadium.
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    And unlike his former striker partner Ronaldo, Kallon is showing no signs of wanting to sell up.
    Ronaldo bought Real Valladolid in 2018 but two relegations in three seasons have led to frustrations from fans.
    Ronaldo inspired Brazil to World Cup glory in 2002Credit: AFP
    Kallon scored 19 goals in 61 appearances for InterCredit: AFP
    Kallon bought FC Kallon for £19,500 in 2002 and remains the ownerCredit: Instagram More

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    Ex-Premier League maverick Marko Arnautovic ‘agrees sensational transfer return to former club’

    MARKO ARNAUTOVIC is set to return to Inter Milan. The Austrian – who had six years in the Premier League – spent a season on loan with Inter in 2009.
    Marko Arnautovic spent a season on loan with Inter MilanCredit: Getty Images – Getty
    But now he is in line to go back after Bologna agreed an £8.6million transfer with personal terms agreed last week, according to Fabrizio Romano.
    Inter have been on the scout for a striker after pulling out of signing Romelu Lukaku, who entered talks with Juventus.
    Arnautovic, 34, scored 10 in 21 games last season but suffered a foot injury towards the back end.
    The forward made his name in England with Stoke and West Ham, where he infamously forced through a move to the Chinese Super League.
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    He was with Shanghai Port for two years before moving back to Italy with Bologna in 2021.
    Arnautovic was last summer linked with a move to Manchester United, which infuriated the Old Trafford faithful.
    After the move broke down, it was speculated that the United board pulled the plug amid supporter backlash.
    But Bologna’s director of football, Marco Di Vaio, claimed it was Arnautovic who rejected the move.
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    Di Vaio told Corriere dello Sport “No, no.
    “Manchester United did not back down because of those fans, but only because Arnautovic has understood that he is at the centre of our project now and in the coming years.
    “Marko behaved like a true champion, realising what he represents for Bologna as a team and a city.”
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    Ruben Loftus-Cheek scores 36-minute hat-trick for AC Milan as Chelsea fans moan ‘that’s a talent we lost’

    CHELSEA fans are bemoaning Ruben Loftus-Cheek’s departure after he scored a hat-trick for AC Milan.The midfielder was one of several stars to leave Stamford Bridge in Chelsea’s summer clearout.
    Chelsea fans are rueing Ruben Loftus-Cheek’s exit after he hit a hat-trick for AC MilanCredit: Getty
    Loftus-Cheek, 27, joined Milan for around £15million and signed a long-term deal with the Italian giants.
    And he has hit the ground running by netting a hat-trick in a pre-season win over Tunisian side Etoile du Sahel.
    Some fans have reacted by praising the Cobham academy graduate and rue the club’s decision to let him leave.
    To make matters worse for supporters Loftus-Cheek combined with another former Chelsea player, Christian Pulisic, to score his first.
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    One fan reacted saying: “That’s a talent we lost 😢”
    Another added: “So talented. Wasn’t given the chances in his best position at Chelsea after his injury.”
    A third wrote: “Am I the only one regretting this? Lol I never wanted him to leave.”
    And another commented: “No surprises there he is class.”
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    Loftus-Cheek powered home a volley for his first from a Pulisic cross before tapping home a Rafael Leao pass for his second.
    He then linked up with Pulisic again before completing his hat-trick in 36 minutes, with Milan running out 4-0 winners after yet another ex-Blue Olivier Giroud scored a penalty. More

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    Chelsea starlet dubbed the ‘Italian Ballack’ completes loan transfer to Leicester after failing to convince Pochettino

    CHELSEA’S starlet Cesare Casadei is said to be closing in on a loan move to Leicester City.The agreement is at its final stages despite interest from Serie A side Genoa.
    Leicester are closing in on loan deal for U20 World Cup Golden Boot winner Cesare CasadeiCredit: Getty
    Leicester have been working on a loan deal for the Italian midfielder after new boss Enzo Maresca made him his “top target”.
    Chelsea would rather loan Casadei as the prospect of him staying in English football is better all round for the Blues.
    The talented 20-year-old featured for Chelsea in pre-season.
    But the Premier League giants were always expected to let him depart on loan this summer.
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    The Foxes got their first win under new management last weekend in a thrilling 2-1 victory against Midlands rivals Coventry City.
    Leicester’s bench was named a “joke” by fans across the country for how strong it was.
    The likes of Patson Daka, Dennis Praet, James Justin and more were present.

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    However, midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall took the spotlight for his emphatic brace to get them over the line.
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    Casadei would bring a new level into the ex-Premier League champions’ team, adding flair and determination in that advanced playmaker role.
    The ex-Inter Milan youngster showed his prowess in the recent Under-20’s World Cup.
    Chelsea fans were calling him the “Italian Ballack” after their former German hero as he was crowned the player of the tournament and also won the Golden Boot. More

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    Jose Mourinho confirms TWO Saudi clubs have approached him to take over as manager

    ROMA boss Jose Mourinho has revealed he turned down TWO offers from Saudi Arabia.The big-spending Saudis have tempted a host of big names in European football to move to the Middle East this summer.
    Jose Mourinho has turned down offers from two Saudi teamsCredit: Getty
    But the Special One, currently in charge of Italian side Roma, insists his head was not turned despite a pair of approaches.
    Mourinho told Corriere dello Sport: “I’ve received two proposals: Al-Hilal and Al-Ahli.
    “I decided to turn both down as I want to stay at Roma.”
    The ex-Tottenham boss joined the Italian side back in 2021 and immediately led them to Conference League glory, before losing last season’s Europa League final to Sevilla.
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    Mourinho became the only manager to win all three current major European competitions and the first to win a major European final with four different clubs.
    His success with Chelsea, Manchester United, Porto, Inter Milan and Real Madrid has made him a key target in Saudi Arabia.
    However, Mourinho was quick to shut down the offer and is set to continue his success in Europe.
    Saudi Arabia has already poached managers from Europe including ex-England star Steven Gerrard, who has signed a two-year deal at Al-Ettifaq.
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    While the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, N’Golo Kante, Jordan Henderson and Fabinho have all signed lucrative playing deals.
    Mourinho also confirmed that the release clause in Paulo Dybala’s contract has expired.
    He added: “Paulo Dybala’s release clause has expired on August 1… so I can finally sleep well and more relaxed.”
    Dybala also received interest from Saudi Arabia alongside Mourinho’s ex-teams Chelsea and Inter Milan.
    Meanwhile, the Argentine forward showed no signs of leaving the club and continues to be focused on his time at the capital club.
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    I bought an iconic Champions League club for just £30million at auction – now it’s worth 17 TIMES that amount

    AURELIO DE LAURENTIIS has written his fair share of incredible scripts as a hugely successful film director.But even the drama surrounding his ownership of one of Italy’s most historic football clubs might even be a little far-fetched for the big screen.
    Aurelio De Laurentiis is the film director who bought Napoli at an auctionCredit: Getty
    Napoli won the Serie A title in style last seasonCredit: AFP
    Napoli were originally founded in 1926 but enjoyed their greatest years when Argentine legend Diego Maradona joined in 1984 for a world-record £6.9million thanks to a local politician securing a generous bank loan.
    The maverick superstar spearheaded the club to their first two Serie A titles – in 1987 and then again in 1990.
    But following his departure the following year and big spending, Napoli collapsed into financial disarray.
    Relegations in 1998 and again in 2001 sent them into Serie B and, despite finishing 13th in 2004, were declared bankrupt with £46m in debts.
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    A new Italian football rule allowed bankrupt clubs to reform in a lower league.
    And that is when De Laurentiis, on holiday in Capri, decided to step in to save the club.
    He won an auction in September 2004 to purchase Napoli for just shy of £30m, determined to keep a major football club in his family’s hometown of Naples despite not even knowing the rules of the game.
    The club were plunged into the regional Serie C1 and forced to change their name for a year, with the Rome-born new owner opting for Napoli Soccer.
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    De Laurentiis said at the time: “A new era is beginning, and I hope fans have the patience and the respect for this club that it requires.”
    Roared on by 50,000-plus fans for every home game, they missed out on going up in 2004-05 but back-to-back promotions followed to get Napoli into Serie A by 2007.
    And after a few mid-table finishes, the likes of Marek Hamsik, Edinson Cavani and Gonzalo Higuain helped power Napoli back into Europe.
    They came second in four Serie A seasons between 2012-13 and 2018-19.
    But last season, they ended their 33-year wait to be crowned champions of Italy with a simply staggering campaign led by Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Kim Min-jae and Victor Osimhen as well as coach Luciano Spalletti.
    And De Laurentiis has overseen the whole journey from the depths of Serie C1 all the way to Scudetto heroes – on top of a Champions League quarter-final.
    When I bought Napoli… I didn’t know the rules of soccerAurelio De Laurentiis
    Napoli are now worth a reported £484m, nearly 17 TIMES the amount the owner bought them for 19 years ago.
    And the fiery, sometimes controversial, 74-year-old National Italian American Foundation director – whose own personal value stands at around £40m – told the Financial Times after the Serie A glory: “When I bought Napoli, for me, it was completely a new domain.
    “But, for me, it was important to mix movies and sport, to furnish content for what was in the past TV, and now platforms.
    “We were successful because I started to apply what I learned from the movie business in many years to the football world. I didn’t know the rules of soccer.
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    “I was asked what is your goal this year because you have let go the most important players and signed unknown people.
    “When I told them, my goal is to win the Scudetto, it seemed as if I was blaspheming. But we won.”
    De Laurentiis is worth around £40m and is a legend in the film industryCredit: Getty – Contributor
    Diego Maradona was a key part of Napoli’s success including the Uefa Cup in 1989Credit: Getty More

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    Juventus KICKED OUT of Europe by Uefa and handed huge fine for financial rule breaches

    UEFA have BOOTED Juventus out of Europe after breaching financial rules.It means the Italian side will no longer be able to compete in the upcoming season’s Europa Conference League.
    Juventus have been booted out of Europe by UefaCredit: Getty
    The club have been slapped with a £17.15m fineCredit: Getty
    In addition to the ban, they have also been handed a hefty fine by Europe’s governing football body.
    Uefa handed them a fine worth £17.15million, though half of this sum is conditional.
    In a statement, Uefa stated the additional £8.6m would only come into play if Juventus’ financial statements for the years 2023, 2024 and 2025 do not comply with accounting requirements listed in the body’s Licensing and Financial sustainability rules.
    The breaches relate to player registration rights between 2019 and 2021, with an official investigation being opened by Uefa in December.
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    The ban means Juventus will likely be replaced by Fiorentina in next season’s competition.
    It also sees Aston Villa elevated from the unseeded to the seeded pot for August’s two-legged play-offs.
    In response to the decision, Juventus president Gianluca Ferrero said: “We regret the decision of the Uefa Club Financial Control Body.
    “We do not share the interpretation that has been given of our defence, and we remain firmly convinced of the legitimacy of our actions and the validity of our arguments.”
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    The club’s statement added they have decided not to appeal the decision.
    Juventus were handed a ten-point deduction in May by the Italian FA after being found guilty of inflating transfer fees to create millions of pounds worth of “capital gains” for tax purposes.
    The initial punishment had seen them hit with a 15-point deduction before this was revoked pending a new investigation, which concluded with the Bianconeri being hit with a ten-point penalty.
    The Serie A giants were not the only club to be handed a fine by Uefa, with Chelsea also being handed an £8.6m fine for FFP breaches during their time under previous owner Roman Abramovich.
    This related to a seven-year period from 2012 to 2019. More