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      Gary Neville tells Match of the Day legend ‘please stop putting me forward as Man Utd manager’

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      GARY NEVILLE has begged legendary football presenter Des Lynam to stop touting him for the Manchester United job.The former Red Devils defender, 49, briefly went into management after hanging up his boots in 2011. Gary Neville has responded to MOTD legend Des Lynam touting him for the Man Utd jobCredit: RexLynam believes Neville is the man to bring the good times back to Old TraffordCredit: GettyNeville played over 400 times for United, winning eight Premier League titles, two Champions Leagues, and three FA Cups.The 49-year-old joined Valencia in 2015 for his first foray into management but endured a dismal time in LaLiga.After winning just 10 games out of 28 at the Mestalla, Neville was sacked and has since carved out a career as a successful pundit. Ex-Match of the Day host Lynam was recently asked who he thought should “save” United from current boss Ruben Amorim’s reign.READ MORE ON MAN UTDLynam indicated Neville would be the best man for the Old Trafford hot-seat as he understands and “loves the club.”Neville responded on Saturday, telling Sky Sports: “Des Lynam was the doyen, the God of hosts and presenters in that era. “Someone with an unbelievable voice, great delivery, great humour. “I always got on with Des but if you could please stop putting me forward as the manager of Manchester United it would be quite helpful. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”I understand where you’re coming from – I do understand the club, I do love the club, I do believe I can communicate well. “However, I don’t want to go back into coaching number one. And number two, I don’t believe that I’m the best man for the job by a long way.”Gary Neville to make special request to broadcaster over future plans Neville also revealed his Sky Sports pundits had mocked him over Lynam’s claim.He continued: “It gives my friends and colleagues, particularly Mr Jamie Carragher, the opportunity to giggle quite a bit on a Thursday afternoon when he sees the headline. “I love Des to bits but I’m pretty sure he’s not right on that one. “I feel bad to tell him he’s not right because he’s someone with such vast experience.”Ultimate sports presenters rich listTV sports presenters make a mint.The biggest and best are signed up on yearly deals with the likes of the BBC, ITV and Sky for your viewing pleasure.Laura Woods is dominating the media landscape at the moment, leading TNT Sports’ coverage and ITV’s.Alex Scott and Jermaine Jenas are two of the fresher faces for the BBC’s sporting output.Then, it’s the old guard of Gary Lineker and Mark Chapman who also command hefty fees for their Match of the Day programmes.SunSport has taken a look at how those big names rank and compiled a list of the top 10 highest earning stars that grace our TV screens.With number one worth a whopping £29.4million more than number 10!Read the story and see the full list here.Despite not sharing Lynam’s view on his coaching credentials, Neville did credit the 82-year-old with helping him into punditry.Neville previously told The Overlap podcast: “I love Des Lynam. I met Des Lynam in 2002. “My first ever punditry gig was 22 years ago. I broke my foot before the World Cup in Japan and South Korea and ITV asked me to be a pundit. “I had the most incredible time, it was the moment that I recognised I wanted to go into punditry because of the people I was surrounded by.”The fellow pundits on that panel were Bobby Robson, Terry Venables and Paul Gascoigne. READ MORE SUN STORIES”I totally don’t belong in that panel from the point of view of football greatness and coaching. “What I could give them was the current understanding of what was happening in that [England] dressing room.” More

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      EFL clash dumped from Sky Sports schedule as they decide NOT to show it anymore at barely two weeks’ notice

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      SKY SPORTS have dumped an EFL clash from its coverage at barely two weeks’ notice.The broadcaster has dropped the scheduled showing of Blackpool’s match against Burton Albion.Sky Sports dumped an EFL clash from its scheduled programmingCredit: AFPBurton Albion’s home match against Blackpool will no longer be shown on Feb 6Credit: GettyThe broadcaster has instead opted to show Tottenham vs LiverpoolCredit: GettyThe Premier League Darts also starts on the same eveningCredit: GettyThe two sides were set to meet on Thursday, February 6 at 8pm in a League One fixture.The match was set to be played at the Pirelli Stadium with Burton currently struggling near the relegation zone.However, the match has now been rescheduled for Saturday, February 8 and will kick off at 3pm.The decision was made as Sky Sports have opted to show other events instead.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe Carabao Cup semi-final second leg between Liverpool and Tottenham and the Premier League Darts first night are both set for that date.This means the match will no longer be broadcast on television for fans.Blackpool confirmed the change with a statement in which it claimed the late move was “not ideal”.It read: “The Seasiders match against the Brewers at the Pirelli Stadium will now be played on Saturday 8 February, kick-off 3pm.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”The Sky Bet League One fixture was originally scheduled to be played on Thursday 6 February, with kick-off at 8pm. This was due to Sky Sports choosing the fixture to be broadcasted live on Sky Sports Football.”However, with other sporting events now taking place on the same night, Sky Sports will now no longer televise the fixture between Pool and the Brewers.Biggest football kit fails after controversy over new England shirt”Whilst moving the fixture at this late stage isn’t ideal, the club’s number one priority is ensuring as many fans can attend as possible and the club alongside Burton Albion have agreed moving the fixture back to Saturday at 3pm will provide more fans with the opportunity to attend the game.”The Club would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused and anyone who cannot attend the new date will be able to claim a full refund from the Ticket Office.”Fans were not happy with the late change as they reacted on social media.One blasted: “Re-arranged things. Sorted work for Thursday. Booked something else for Saturday. Looks like I’m missing this one.”A second commented: “Sky messing fans up.”A third wrote: “Rearranged everything so now I’m missing this, such a joke.”Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Sky Sports forced to apologise to Manchester City on live TV for what pundit Tim Sherwood said about club

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      SKY presenter Simon Thomas was forced into an awkward apology after Tim Sherwood’s on-air comments about Manchester City.The former Blackburn midfielder joined Soccer Saturday to report on the weekend’s Premier League action.Sky pundit Tim Sherwood made comments about Man City’s transfer dealings on SaturdayCredit: Sky SportsSoccer Saturday host Simon Thomas later issued an on-air apologyCredit: Sky SportsReigning champions City are currently under investigation by the Premier LeagueCredit: ReutersSherwood and the rest of the panel discussed City’s January transfer dealing as they looked ahead to Saturday’s game with Chelsea at the Etihad.Trio Omar Marmoush, Abdukodir Khusanov and Vitor Reis have arrived at the Etihad for a combined spend of over £100million over the past few weeks.City were slapped with a whopping 115 charges in February 2023 over alleged breaches of Financial Fair Play rules.Sherwood said: “They seem to be the only team who can spend money, and they’ve got 115 [charges] over their head.”READ MORE ON MAN CITYAsked by co-pundit Paul Merson if he believed City were heading for a transfer embargo, he replied: “Perhaps yeah, they must know something.”Sherwood continued: “They’re trying to build for the future, they made a mistake by not buying in the summer. “I think they’ve realised that, it’s obviously brilliant in hindsight, we’ve all got a degree in that. “If there’s players available they will go and get them, even if they have to pay over the top, they don’t care. Man City make their own rules up.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFollowing an ad break, host Thomas was put on screen to issue an apology on behalf of Sky.Thomas said: “We had a conversation earlier today in the build-up about Manchester City [regarding] their transfer business.Man City CAN be relegated next season | Here’s how and the latest on their 115 financial charges”There was a comment made about Man City and the rules. “I just want to say that they are absolutely not the views of Sky Sports and we apologise to Manchester City for those comments.”The Premier League have now been investigating City for more than five years.City have vehemently denied the charges, with the alleged rule-breaking said to have taken place over a 14-year period.The club were initially hit with 115 charges in February 2023, but these were increased to 130 following an administration issue.Despite a three-man panel hearing closing arguments in December, it will still be months before a verdict is released. What will happen to Man City?MAN CITY began the season as favourites to win the Premier League title yet again – but there is one elephant in the room that threatens to put the skids under the Etihad giants.Sunsport’s MARTIN LIPTON discusses what the next few months could hold with Head of Sport SHAUN CUSTIS….Custis: So the big question – will there be a resolution this season?Lipton: Yes…. probably! It will take at least a month to go through the evidence. So I suspect around March, April time, we will get a result. But that’s where it starts to get tricky.Custis: Why is that?Lipton: If the result is in City’s favour, that’s the end of the matter. They will be cleared. They will have no punishment to face.But if City are found guilty, these will be the heaviest penalties ever imposed by the Premier League.I suspect if they are found guilty, they will be expelled from the league or given a massive points deduction and a huge fine so that they’re not in the Premier League next season.Check out the full discussion on Man City’s future.City have been accused of failing to accurately report their finances over a nine-year period from the 2009-10 season to 2017-18.It is also alleged they failed to provide all the details about wages for a host of players and former manager Roberto Mancini.The club are then charged with failing to cooperate with the Prem’s investigation.READ MORE SUN STORIESIf found guilty, City could be hit with a points deduction or financial penalties. They could also be relegated from the Premier League if they’re found to have committed the most serious charges. More

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      Premier League TV games for March announced including Arsenal’s massive games against Man Utd and Chelsea

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      THE PREMIER LEAGUE have officially announced the broadcast selections for March.Ten matches from the English top flight will be aired live on television.Arsenal’s trip to Old Trafford is among the Premier League matches to be aired on TV in MarchCredit: PAThe Gunners’ clash with Chelsea will also be aired on the teleCredit: GETTYSky Sports have landed seven of those games, with rivals TNT Sports bagging three.Struggling defending Prem champions Manchester City kick off March’s televised matches on March 8 with a trip to Nottingham Forest.The pick of the bunch is Mancheser United’s clash with Arsenal on March 9, which will be aired on Sky at 16:30.Sky have also landed a tasty London derby between the Gunners Chelsea on March 16.READ MORE PREMIER LEAGUE NEWSA kick-off time for the match, however, has not yet been finalised. Liverpool’s showdown with Aston Villa is set to be the early kick off (12:30) on March 15.But the match could be rescheduled if the Kop club reach the Carabao Cup final or if Villa play in the Champions League the Wednesday before.The televised fixtures don’t just feature the Premier League’s current highfliers.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSBroadcasters have also picked up matches involving the league’s relegation battlers.Brentford vs Aston Villa, Wolves vs Everton, Tottenham vs Bournemouth, West Ham vs Newcastle, Bournemouth vs Brentford and Manchester United vs Leicester make up the remainder of March’s televised fixtures.Sky Sports presenter praised by fans after rarely-seen move in interview with Liverpool matchwinner Darwin NunezUnited’s trip to the King Power on March 16 will be the final Prem match before the fourth international break of the season,The break will commence from March 17 and finish on April 1. More

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      MOTD legend urges Gary Neville to become Man Utd manager as he’s ‘best man for the job’ leaving Carragher in hysterics

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      LEGENDARY Match of the Day host Des Lynam still believes Gary Neville is the best man to turn things around at Manchester United.But the thought of Neville guiding United from the Old Trafford dugout has left Jamie Carragher in absolute hysterics.Des Lynam believes Gary Neville is the best man to turn things around at UnitedCredit: PALynam first mooted Neville to take the reins in 2020Credit: RexBut the idea left Jamie Carragher in hystericsCredit: GettyLynam’s comments calling for Neville to “save United” are now trending on X and Carragher was the first to jump in.Writing for the Telegraph, Lynam, 82, has doubled down on his previous stance that Neville should be considered for the United manager job.The first-ever MOTD host wrote: “Neville has Manchester United blood running through his veins and is deeply hurt by the club’s present predicament. “He has a powerful personality and would be a strong presence in the dressing room. Neville has remained the best candidate, in my mind.”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAs expected, Carragher couldn’t wait to ridicule the suggestion.The Liverpool legend, who works as a pundit alongside Neville, replied with a series of laughing emojis: “😂😂😂😂😂”.And fans have also poked fun at the idea on social media.One said: “This might be one of the worst takes I’ve ever heard.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSWhile another joked: “After all these years, Des Lynam has finally come out as a Man City fan.”A third asked: “Des is surely trolling us 🤣🤣🤣.”Gary Neville to make special request to broadcaster over future plans Lynam first floated the idea in 2020 when the Red Devils were managed by club legend Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.But the former commentator appears to be unfazed by Neville’s disastrous spell at Valencia – his only senior management role to date.Neville accepted an offer to coach the LaLiga outfit from owner and close business pal Peter Lim.But the former Old Trafford right-back won just three of his 16 league games before he was brutally sacked after four months.Meanwhile Neville is unlikely to take the reins away from Ruben Amorim at his former club.He has influenced things in other ways after joining Jim Ratcliffe’s Task Force discussing the future of Old Trafford.Neville also regularly criticises United’s misfortunes on Sky Sports as Amorim’s side sit 13th in the Prem.Lynam (centre) presented MOTD in the 80s, with Alan Hansen and Trevor BrookingCredit: BBC More

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      ‘Sack every Championship official’ blast fans as goal is ‘given’ then ruled out WITHOUT VAR as Sky Sports pundits fume

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      SUNDERLAND were controversially denied a second goal against Derby last night.The Black Cats had gone 1-0 up in the 28th minute courtesy of Eliezer Mayenda’s opener.Wilson Isidor’s goal was controversially disallowedCredit: Sky SportsWilson Isidor thought he’d put Sunderland 2-0 upCredit: RexReferee Sam Allison eventually disallowed the goalCredit: RexIn the second-half, it seemed that they’d scored a second.Jobe Bellingham lofted the ball over the top to new boy Enzo Le Fee.As the covering defender attempted to tackle the Frenchman, the ball ricocheted kindly to Wilson Isidor,The forward thought he’d redeemed himself for his two penalty misses at Burnley on Friday night, when he converted past goalkeeper Jacob Widell Zetterstrom.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIsidor celebrated his goal, which was initially given by referee Sam Allison.After much deliberation, however, the goal was dramatically chalked off – despite there being no VAR in the Championship.Sunderland boss Regis Le Bris was baffled by the decision, later telling the BBC: “I don’t know, really. Maybe with VAR we could analyse the first ball and maybe an offside, but I don’t think it was that decision.”It was higher up the pitch and at the moment we don’t know.”Most read in FootballSUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAYReplays showed that neither Le Fee nor Isidor had been offside.Sky Sports pundit Clinton Morrison couldn’t believe what he was seeing.Jonjo Shelvey completes shock Championship transfer after six-cap England star, 32, saw contract TORN UP by Turkish clubAppearing on Soccer Special, he said: “You tell me why. Because the goal should have stood. He’s gone over to the bench and celebrated, then they said he disallowed the goal.”He was onside, they showed the replay, it’s a great ball. The goal was given, it was pointed, it’s a good ball. They watched it again, Le Fee does well here. Tell me if there’s a foul in this build-up.”No foul whatsoever at all. Isidor puts it into the net, into the net, under the side of the crossbar, goes and celebrates. There’s no VAR here, the referee had pointed back to the spot, the ball was on the spot. Look, he’s onside, so why has it not stood, the goal?”Oh, please tell me this, because I’m confused there. He’s not offside. The assistant flag’s down, all the way. All the way down, he puts it in the net, the referee looks at his assistant, the assistant goes, goal stands, he goes and celebrates, then they disallow the goal.”Could be the fourth official. That’s the only thing that you can think of, because he pointed, there was a celebration. If the referee needs the fourth assistant to where he is on the touchline, wow.”‘GENUINELY OUTRAGEOUS’Fans were left in disbelief, with one writing on social media: “This is genuinely outrageous. I’m mind blown. Sack every Championship official ffs.”While a second fumed: “This should result in the ref and the linesman never officiating another game. Utterly ridiculous.”Isidor himself posted: “Don’t even know what to say…”Other fans, however, seemed to identify a reason for the goal being disallowed.As the defender got back in to challenge Le Fee, the ball appeared to ricochet off the Roma loanee’s arm, before falling to Isidor.FA rules state that an offence has been committed if a player “scores in the opponents’ goal immediately after the ball has touched their hand/arm, even if accidental”.It is not clear if that still applies in this situation, however, given that it was Isidor who scored, rather than Le Fee.READ MORE SUN STORIESSunderland’s win saw them leapfrog Burnley into third in the Championship table.Scott Parker’s side will have the opportunity to move back ahead of the Black Cats when they take on Plymouth Argyle at Home Park.Isidor and Co moved up to third in the Championship tableCredit: Reuters More

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      Sky Sports host David Jones apologises after Emmanuel Petit accidentally claimed Arsenal icon is dead on live TV

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      SKY SPORTS were forced to apologise after former Arsenal star Emmanuel Petit mistakenly claimed that Pat Rice is dead.Petit, 54, played for the Gunners for three years under Arsene Wenger and the Frenchman’s No2 Rice.Emmanuel Petit appeared on Monday Night Football alongside Jamie CarragherCredit: Sky SportsPat Rice worked at Arsenal across several roles for many yearsCredit: PA:Empics SportAppearing as a guest on Monday Night Football, the former midfielder recounted his days at Highbury.While doing so, Petit said: “He had some fights with Pat Rice as well, rest in peace Pat.”Presenter David Jones went on to correct Petit, clarifying: “I’ve got some good news, Pat Rice sends his best.”He’s not actually no longer with us. He’s alive and kicking.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLPundit Jamie Carragher laughed at Petit’s mistake, with the former France international looking embarrassed.He said: “I’m sorry! Sorry Pat. I’m confused. I’m so sorry Pat. Pat, I made a mistake, sorry.”Rice, 75, remains a popular figure at Arsenal.He played for the Gunners as a right-back between 1967 and 1980.Most read in FootballDuring his playing career he won a First Division title and two FA Cups.He went on to coach in Arsenal’s academy, guiding their Under-18s to two FA Youth Cup successes.Fans love Emmanuel Petit’s ‘Game of Thrones meets Lord of the Rings’ outfit on MNF as Arsenal icon says: ‘I pity Spurs’In 1996 he was promoted to Wenger’s first team staff, acting as his No2.He helped the Gunners to three Premier League titles as Wenger’s assistant, in addition to four FA Cups.Rice held the position until stepping down in 2012, being replaced by fellow former Arsenal player Steve Bould.Even after retiring from coaching, Rice continued to work as a scout for the Gunners until being let go in August 2020.Rice, 75, has served Arsenal as a player, academy coach, assistant manager and scoutCredit: Getty More

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      Fans love Emmanuel Petit’s ‘Game of Thrones meets Lord of the Rings’ outfit on MNF as Arsenal icon says: ‘I pity Spurs’

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      FANS loved Emmanuel Petit’s Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones outfit as he admitted he “pities Spurs”.The Arsenal legend appeared on Sky Sports’ Monday Night Football coverage of Chelsea’s clash against Wolves.Fans compared Emmanuel Petit to a Lord of the Rings characterCredit: X @SkySportsPLPetit insisted that he ‘pities’ Tottenham at the momentCredit: GettyPetit, 54, was a legend at Arsenal, winning the Premier League and FA Cup in 1998.However, he insisted that he has sympathy for their bitter North London rivals.Ange Postcoglou’s side were beaten 3-2 at Goodison Park by Everton on the weekend.The result has left the club slumped in 15th place in the Premier League with 12 defeats already.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe Australian manager’s position has been left under threat with the pressure of the sack mounting.Petit said: “I feel pity for the Spurs fans to be honest.”When I watch them it is the body language that worries me the most.”They are playing with such big players out, and they need to have a plan, and I don’t see that.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”I feel pity because Postecoglou when I look at him, because he looks so miserable.”I have respect for him, but he looks like there is nothing else he can do. ‘Cry me a river’ – Match of the Day pundit Ashley Williams cheekily trolled after getting Arsenal ace’s name wrong TWICEPetit’s look was compared to Lord of the Rings hero LegolasCredit: AlamyHe was also likened to a TargaryenCredit: PALucius Malfoy from Harry Potter was also a popular comparableCredit: Alamy”I was at the big game against Arsenal and it was boys against men.”However, viewers were a lot more interested in his outfit and long blonde hair as he was compared to characters from Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones.One posted: “He looks like someone from Lord of the Rings.”A second wrote: “What’s Daemon Targaryen doing on Sky?”A third commented: “Pipe down Legolas.A fourth said: “I thought it was Legolas.”A fifth joked: “Emmanuel Petit looks like he’s just clocked off a shift playing the harp in Rivendell.”READ MORE SUN STORIESAnother added: “Emmanuel Petit looks like Legolas from Lord of the Rings hahaha.”Some fans even compared him to Jason Issacs’ character Lucius Malfoy from Harry Potter.Tottenham’s top 10 biggest signings: Hit or miss?1) Tanguy Ndombele – £52.7mNdombele joined from Lyon in 2019 with huge expectations after shattering Tottenham’s transfer record.But he would go on to play just 91 times for the club, scoring 10 goals and is now set to leave one year before the end of his contract.2) Richarlison – £49.3mRicharlison almost broke the £50m mark when he arrived from Everton in 2022 as Harry Kane’s back-up.And while his tally of 12 goals this season was a significant increase on the three from his opening Spurs campaign, he is being linked with a departure this summer.3) Brennan Johnson – £46.8mJohnson was signed by Ange Postecoglou last summer and has impressed in patches during his first season in North London.He scored five goals and 10 assists in 38 games and will look to build on that in the 2024/25 campaign.4) Cristian Romero – £44.2mRomero initially joined on loan from Atalanta in 2021, before his impressive displays saw him secure a permanent deal the following year.He is two games shy of 100 for Spurs and, while he can be reckless with his tackling at times, is beginning to form a promising partnership with Micky van de Ven.5) James Maddison – £39.4mMaddison was handed Kane’s No10 shirt after arriving at Spurs and hit the ground running with three goals and five assists in his opening 11 matches.But after getting injured against Chelsea in October, he failed to return with the same sharpness – managing just five goal contributions in 15 league matches as he missed out on England’s final 26-man squad for the Euros.6) Davinson Sanchez – £35.7mSanchez joined Spurs from Ajax in 2017 and played more than 200 games across a six-year spell.But he was always considered a somewhat erratic defender who did not play more than 20 games in a Premier League season from 2020 onwards.7) Pedro Porro – £34mPorro was another signing who originally arrived on loan in January 2023, before he signed permanently last summer.He has 54 appearances for Spurs under his belt, scoring seven goals and impressing under Postecoglou this season.8) Micky van de Ven – £34mRapid Dutch centre-back Van de Ven was named Spurs Player of the Season in his first campaign at the club.His pace, athleticism, and technical ability on the ball have made him arguably Postecoglou’s best signing to date.9) Moussa Sissoko – £29.8mSissoko came to North London for a substantial fee after being relegated with Newcastle and went on to enjoy five years at Tottenham, playing more than 200 games.Unfortunately for the French midfielder, he is best-known for giving away a controversial penalty for handball in the first minute of Spurs’ 2-0 Champions League final defeat to Liverpool in 2019.10) Giovani Lo Celso – £27.2mLo Celso joined on loan from Real Betis in 2019 – a deal that was made permanent the following season.He has 10 goals and eight assists in 108 games, with some Spurs fans still unsure about the Argentine. 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