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    Former Arsenal star Granit Xhaka shows off dramatic new look as he and family go skiing during Christmas holiday

    GRANIT XHAKA has shown off a dramatic new look during a family skiing holiday.The former Arsenal star took to the slopes during the Bundesliga’s winter break.Granit Xhaka showed off a new look while on holidayCredit: Instagram / granitxhakaThe midfielder has gone for a buzzcutCredit: Instagram / granitxhakaXhaka, 32, left the Gunners in 2023 for Bayer Leverkusen and has become one of the side’s key players.He played a crucial role in the team winning the Bundesliga and DFB Pokal last term.This included a run of 51 matches unbeaten under manager Xabi Alonso.But unlike Arsenal, Xhaka gets the festive period off work due to the winter break in Germany.READ MORE ON ARSENALThe midfielder has taken the opportunity to go on holiday with their pregnant wife, Leonita, and their two daughters, Ayana and Laneya.They visited the Arosa Kulm Hotel and Alpin Spa in Switzerland and enjoyed some time trekking on the slopes.He shared snaps from the trip on Instagram with the caption: “Family Time is the Best Time.”However, Xhaka looked nearly unrecognisable with his new haircut, which can be seen in the pictures.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe Swiss international has clipped most of his hair off as he has gone for a buzz cut.Fans have been left shocked by the bold new look as they reacted in the comment section.Chrissy Teigen in sweary rant at British ‘knbs and tts’ after backlash over mistaking major error after watching Arsenal playXhaka is currently starring for Bayer LeverkusenCredit: RexOne posted: “Xhaka buzz cut before GTA 6.”A second commented: “They aren’t ready for buzzed Xhaka.”A third wrote: “Just when he couldn’t be more intimidating in midfield.”A fourth said: “Looking good Granit.”Xhaka will return to action with Leverkusen on January 10 against Borussia Dortmund.It will have been five weeks since their previous game, which was a 1-0 victory over Bayern Munich in the DFB Pokal.Who are these famous footballers? More

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    Jake Paul linked with ‘world’s hottest speed skater’ Jutta Leerdam after split from model ex-girlfriend Julia Rose

    JAKE PAUL may have suffered his first boxing defeat to Tommy Fury after splitting with model Julia Rose.But the American looks to be getting over both setbacks after being linked with the “world’s hottest speed skater” Jutta Leerdam.
    Jake Paul is being linked to ‘world’s hottest speed skater’ Jutta LeerdamCredit: Getty
    Paul split with model Julia Rose in DecemberCredit: Getty Images – Getty
    Jutta is a world champ in her sportCredit: Instagram / @uttaleerdam
    Paul split with long-term girlfriend Julia late last year.
    And he flew solo as he was beaten on points by Fury in Saudi Arabia.
    But according to De Telegraaf, Paul has found love again with Dutch beauty Jutta.
    The 23-year-old is a star of the speed skating world.
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    In December she won a gold medal at the ISU Speed Skating World Cup in Calgary.
    Jutta took first place in the 1000m race, her FOURTH consecutive top finish in the event.
    She boasts a massive 3million followers on Instagram.
    And Jutta is now said to be dating Paul after the pair were apparently seen together at an event in Miami.
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    The Dutch beauty sizzles in her online snapsCredit: Instagram / @uttaleerdam
    Jutta and Paul met via InstagramCredit: Instagram
    The pair were spotted together in MiamiCredit: instagram
    Jutta took gold in the ISU Speed Skating World Cup in Calgary.Credit: Getty
    A source told De Telegraaf: “They’ve been in contact with each other for months. It originated through Instagram.
    “Jutta was already in Miami a few weeks ago… She is now back in Miami for a Jake Paul show.
    “Then she returns home without him.”
    Jutta herself was in a relationship with fellow speed-skater Koe Verweij until last summer.
    Speaking in December, she said: “I’m having fun, although I’m not the type to stay single for the rest of my life.
    “It’s fine for now but in the end I like to really build a relationship with someone.
    “I still have a lot of love to give.”
    She has won her 1000m event four times in a rowCredit: Getty
    Jutta is a star name in the skating worldCredit: Rex
    Jutta and Paul are said to have linked up in the StatesCredit: instagram
    Jutta is helping Paul get over his Tommy Fury defeatCredit: Instagram / @uttaleerdam
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    Manuel Neuer’s leg ‘held together by ski boot after horror injury with Germany icon lucky a rescue helicopter was near’

    MANUEL NEUER is “lucky” his skiing accident did not have far worse consequences, it has been claimed. Germany icon Neuer had an accident while skiing last month following his nation’s early elimination from the World Cup.
    Manuel Neuer was ruled out for the season following his injuryCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cl_DMxLILNZ/
    But it has been revealed that the boot he wore proved pivotal in avoiding an even worse situationCredit: Getty
    It left him with a broken leg which has ruled him out for the rest of the season.
    However, the consequences of the trip could have been far worse if the emergency services were not on hand close by.
    BILD report that had a “rescue helicopter” not been nearby when the accident happened then he would have been out for far longer.
    Neuer’s ski boot has also been credited as holding his foot together, with the compression the boot provided limiting the swelling around the injury on his leg caused by severe bleeding.
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    Had the boot and swift services not been factors, the swelling around the leg would have meant doctors could not operate straight away.
    Fortunately, Neuer was able to undergo surgery straight away and immediately start the recovery process.
    Furthermore, doctors are expecting “no further complications” following the surgery.
    The Bayern Munich captain’s recovery will see him not allowed to “move his leg until the end of February” at the earliest.
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    The German champions’ will take care of his rehab girlfriend Anika Bissel helps out by driving him to and from the training ground.
    Neuer had played 16 times for the Bavarians this season before the World Cup break.
    However, the Bundesliga champions have a number of talented players to make up for Neuer’s loss, including Joshua Kimmich, who scored a screamer against Cologne. More