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      Chelsea begin huge transfer firesale with FOURTEEN players up for sale including Madueke, Nkunku and forgotten £45m flop

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      CHELSEA are preparing for a huge summer of sales with up to FOURTEEN players facing the axe. The Blues finished in the top four – to qualify for the Champions League – while topping off the campaign by lifting the Conference League trophy. Christopher Nkunku and Joao Felix look set to leave Chelsea for goodCredit: GettyDespite the ultimately successful campaign, Enzo Maresca is braced to start next season with a new-look squad of fresh faces.Liam Delap is set to sign for £30million from Ipswich while wingers Jamie Gittens and Alejandro Garnacho are linked with a move to West London. But according to The Guardian, Chelsea are also looking to offload a hoard of unwanted stars in their squad.With a winger likely to arrive this summer, Noni Madueke – who scored 11 last season – is said to be on the market.READ MORE ON CHELSEAChristopher Nkunku and Joao Felix – who spent the second half of last season on loan at AC Milan – are other attackers up for sale.Nkunku arrived from RB Leipzig in 2023 for £52.7million in 2023 and scored 14 goals last season – but only three in the league. He had underwhelming stints up front while also failing to find form out wide or in an attacking midfield role. Bayern Munich inquired about the Frenchman in January while Manchester United have also been linked in the past. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFelix first joined Chelsea in 2023 on loan before later joining Barcelona only to move back to the Blues in a permanent £45m deal. But by February, he had fallen out of favour with Maresca and joined AC Milan on loan managing just three goals in 21 games. Chelsea finally discover Club World Cup opponents as former star, 38, assists dramatic winner to set up reunionA move back to Benfica – where Felix first made his name – or Flamengo in Brazil are potential options for the forward. Goalkeepers Robert Sanchez and Djordje Petrovic could also be sold if the right bid comes in.Petrovic signed in 2023 but spent last season on loan at Strasbourg while Sanchez has spent two seasons at Chelsea after joining from Brighton for £30m. Maresca has continued to back Sanchez despite shaky form – but recent reports say the Spaniard’s future is up in the air. Renato Veiga, Ben Chilwell, Axel Disasi are all due back from their respective loans but remain out of favour in defence.Meanwhile Wesley Fofana – signed for £70m from Leicester in 2022 – is also said to be at risk amid his injury struggles. Trevoh Chalobah was loaned out to Crystal Palace last summer after Chelsea failed to move him on permanently. Chalobah was later recalled in January and despite finishing the season in fine form, he could still be at risk of leaving.Noni Madueke and Trevoh Chalobah, pictured with Jadon Sancho, could be sold by ChelseaCredit: GettyGoalkeepers Robert Sanchez and Djordje Petrovic could also be soldCredit: GettyKiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Carney Chukwuemeka and Lesley Ugochukwu are midfielders with uncertain futures.Dewsbury-Hall arrived from Leicester for £30m last summer but has been reduced to mainly cup action in his debut season at Stamford Bridge.Chukwuemeka ended the campaign on loan at Borussia Dortmund while Ugochukwu is due to return after Southampton’s relegation. Read More on The SunAnd Raheem Sterling – who has two years left on his £325,000-a-week contract – has no future at Chelsea after a disappointing Arsenal loan spell.Sterling was frozen out by Maresca at the start of the season and scored just once for the Gunners – in the League Cup. Renato Veiga and Ben Chilwell look set to be soldCredit: GettyAxel Disasi was loaned out to Aston VillaCredit: RexWesley Fofana has struggled with injury issuesCredit: GettyKiernan Dewsbury-Hall’s Chelsea future is at riskCredit: RexCarney Chukwuemeka was loaned out to Borussia DortmundCredit: Shutterstock EditorialLesley Ugochukwu and Raheem Sterling both ended their seasons on loanCredit: PA More

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      Ten Hag ‘interested in TWO Liverpool stars’ and could ask for one to be included in British record Wirtz transfer deal

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      LIVERPOOL’S blockbuster pursuit of Florian Wirtz continues to move at a pace – and could see two Reds stars heading to Germany.The Reds are on the verge of shattering the £115million British transfer record that Chelsea paid for Moises Caicedo for the Bayer Leverkusen star.Florian Wirtz has stated his intention to join LiverpoolErik ten Hag has had a busy start to his Leverkusen tenureCredit: GettyJarell Quansah and Harvey Elliott are the two players targeted in a potential swap dealLeverkusen, who last week appointed Erik ten Hag to succeed Xabi Alonso, want £126million for the versatile attacker but it is believed that a compromise can be reached.Negotiations with Leverkusen have seen a bid of £109million tabled but the German giants are looking at adding a few players in for a swap deal. Jarell Quansah and Harvey Elliott could be suggested as makeweights, according to Mail Sport.Although both players are highly regarded at Liverpool, they struggled for game time this season.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLElliott only started two league games and Quansah only made four Premier League starts.Both players are expected to attract a lot of interest this summer.Elliott is similar to Wirtz and can operate across the frontline, while Quansah could replace Jonathan Tah, who joined Bayern Munich on a free.Wirtz, 22, has expressed his desire to move to Anfield and Reds sporting director Richard Hughes has offered a deal that includes readily attainable performance-related add-ons.Most read in FootballUnder Fenway Sports Group, Liverpool have never gone above the £100million mark.Darwin Nunez’s £85million move from Benfica in 2022 represents their most expensive buy.Frimpong jets into UK with Leverkusen star to complete £30m Liverpool moveLiverpool are also looking to beef up their full-back department with the arrival of Wirtz’s teammate Jeremie Frimpong. Bouremouth left-back Milos Kerkez has also been heavily linked in recent weeks.Ten Hag meanwhile is close to completing his first signing with a raid on another former Prem rival. More

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      Jude Bellingham hangs out with Hollywood icon Will Smith as he enjoys time off in Ibiza with brother Jobe and pals

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM made the most of his time off in Ibiza and even partied with Hollywood icon Will Smith.The 21-year-old took some time out after finishing the 2024-25 season with Real Madrid last month.Bellingham even met Hollywood icon Will SmithCredit: https://www.instagram.com/judebellingham/Jude Bellingham enjoyed a holiday to Ibiza with his brother, Jobe, and some friendsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/judebellingham/The England star enjoyed a boat tripCredit: https://www.instagram.com/judebellingham/He posed for some Instagram pictures on a boatCredit: https://www.instagram.com/judebellingham/He swapped the Bernabeu for the Balearic Island to enjoy a holiday with some close friends and family – and had his bum grabbed while he was there.The England international was spotted at a beach club with his younger brother, Sunderland midfielder Jobe Bellingham, and some pals at the start of the break.He then posted some other photos from the rest of the holiday on social media.The Bellingham brothers enjoyed a boat trip, paddleboarding and a few nightclub appearances while in Ibiza.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThey even partied with Fresh Prince of Bel Air and King Richard star Smith one night.Real Madrid ace Bellingham posed for a picture with the Academy Award winner and a friend.After his short holiday, the midfielder returned to international duty with the England squad.He and his Three Lions team-mates travelled to Barcelona early on Sunday to watch the Spanish Grand Prix.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBellingham posed for a picture in the Mercedes garage next to George Russell’s car before walking the grid with the rest of the squad.Following the Spanish GP, England stars have stayed in Catalonia for a training camp.England squad plays the Traitors They face Andorra at the RCDE Stadium on Saturday before hosting Senegal on Tuesday.Bellingham will then travel to the USA for the Club World Cup, which is due to kick off on June 15.The group partied at Ushuaia in IbizaCredit: https://www.instagram.com/judebellingham/Bellingham later joined the rest of his England team-mates at the Spanish Grand PrixCredit: PABellingham with England pals including Cole Palmer and Conor GallagherCredit: Getty More

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      Fabio Wardley vs Justis Huni: Date, fight time, undercard, TV channel and live stream for huge homecoming bout

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      FABIO WARDLEY is preparing for a huge homecoming bout THIS WEEKEND!The lifelong Ipswich Town fan will take to the ring at Portman Road as he faces Justis Huni on Saturday night.Fabio Wardley will return to the ring for the first time since his brutal knockout win over Frazer ClarkeCredit: GettyBoxing – Justis Huni v Kevin Lerena – Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – March 8, 2024 Justis Huni in action against Kevin Lerena REUTERS/Andrew CouldridgeA win for Wardley would see him move into pole position for a shot at the WBA heavyweight title.The unbeaten Brit was due to fight Jarrell Miller, but the American was forced to pull out of the bout due to a shoulder injury.In stepped Huni, on roughly six weeks’ notice, who is looking to cause a huge upset on Wardley’s homecoming.Wardley goes into the fight as the big favourite, but Australian Huni, 26, is not expected to be a pushover.READ MORE IN BOXINGHe is unbeaten, with a record of 12 wins and seven KOs, although he hasn’t fought much outside of Australia.Dillian Whyte is chief support for the event – but the Body Snatcher does not yet have an opponent booked.There will also be lots of eyes on Lewis Richardson, who makes his pro debut against Dmitri Protkunas.Richardson won a middleweight bronze medal at the 2024 Olympics.Most read in BoxingWhen is Fabio Wardley vs Justis Huni?Fabio Wardley vs Justis Huni will take place on Saturday, June 7.The event will take place in front of tens of thousands of fans at the home of Ipswich Town FC, Portman Road.The card is set to get underway at 7pm BST.The main event is scheduled for approximately 10pm BST.Are tickets still available for Fabio Wardley vs Justis Huni?Tickets for Wardley vs Huni are still available on secondary sites such as StubHub.At the time of writing, the cheapest ticket is priced at £55.*Please note that StubHub and similar secondary ticket resale sites may list tickets above face value.What TV channel is Fabio Wardley vs Justis Huni on and can it be live streamed?Fabio Wardley vs Justis Huni will be broadcast live on DAZN.You can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £9.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of action.A flexible pass, worth £19.99, is also available, and you can cancel at any time with 30 days’ notice.You can also pay £119.99 for the year upfront, which is the lowest cost option.Alternatively, you can follow SunSport’s live blog of the event to keep up with all the latest on the card.Fabio Wardley vs Justis Huni undercardHere are all the bouts taking place at Portman Road.Fabio Wardley vs Justis Huni – for the interim WBA heavyweight titleDillian Whyte vs TBAPierce O’Leary vs Liam Dillon – for the EEU uropean super-lightweight titleNelson Hysa vs Patrick Korte – for the WBO European heavyweight titleMike Perez vs Steven Ward Sam Gilley vs Gideon OnyenaniUmar Khan vs Moises GarciaBilly Adams vs Alexander MoralesLewis Richardson vs Dimitri ProtkunasLillie Winch vs Katerina DvorakovaJack Williams vs Fernando ValdezWhat’s been said?Wardley said he is facing the wrath of his partner – who is due just a week after the fight.He said: “This is a slightly tense topic. My missus wasn’t the happiest with this fight date.”She is due a week later but it is Portman Road. It’s not just any fight, it’s the one at Portman Road. She said, ‘Yeah I know but…’”They say the chances are that the first one comes late but who knows.”On fighting at Portman Road, he added: “Of course it comes with pressure. But pressure is a privilege. Being here is a privilege.”Being able to fight here is a privilege and I think I have proven throughout my career that I do well under pressure.”I like it. When the lights are bright, when the occasion is big, it’s when you get the best from me.Huni told Sporting News: “I want to go over there and make them never forget my name.“Fighting over there in his hometown, I feel like there’s no pressure on me, all the pressure’s on him.Read More on The Sun“He has to come and perform for his people. “At the end of the day, I don’t know anyone there and a lot of them might not even know me. They’ll know after, that’s it.” More

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      Ballon d’Or 2025: PSG star favourite for award as French giants dominate top 10 and just one Premier League ace in mix

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      THE 2024-25 season is in the books – and it’s fair to say it didn’t quite follow the script.And now the Ballon d’Or is set to follow suit.PSG’s Champions League win sees a hatful of their stars go into the running for a Ballon d’Or titleCredit: AFPLiverpool won the Premier League after a sensational season, but do any Reds make it into our top ten?Credit: GettyIf someone told you Liverpool would win the Premier League in their “rebuild” year under Arne Slot, few would have believed you.And then there’s Paris Saint-Germain finally winning the Champions League AFTER getting rid of Lionel Messi, Neymar and Kylian Mbappe.Tottenham booked a Champions League spot by winning the Europa League – ending their 17-year trophy drought – despite finishing 17th in the Prem with a barely-believable 38 points.Crystal Palace won their first-ever trophy, while Newcastle ended their 70-year wait for a major crown with Carabao Cup glory.READ MORE SPORT STORIESSo it only seems right that there will be a new Ballon d’Or winner in 2025.The Messi-Cristiano Ronaldo duopoly has completely crumbled in the last year or so, with Rodri clinching the 2024 award.But with the Spaniard out for much of the season injured and playing for a wildly sub-par Manchester City, he’s completely out of the running.So 2025 will see a first win for one of SunSport’s top ten.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSpoiler alert, PSG stars feature heavily, with just one Premier League star making the list…10. Pedri – BarcelonaThe Nou Camp giants had a season to remember and appear to be well on their way to getting back to their best after a few difficult seasons, particularly in the Champions League.No longer THE wonderkid in the Barca team, Pedri, 22, has lost that title to 17-year-old Lamine Yamal, who many consider to be the heir to Lionel Messi’s throne.I can win the Ballon D’or says Brighton’s Carlos BalebaBut the midfielder has quietly gone about his business, racking up four goals and five assists in 37 LaLiga games en route to the title, missing just one match.He also played in all 14 Champions League matches – culminating in the epic 7-6 aggregate loss to Inter Milan, arguably the greatest-ever two-legged Champions League tie.Pedri has been quietly superb in the Barcelona midfieldCredit: Shutterstock Editorial9. Kylian Mbappe – Real MadridA season of frustration for the French superstar.Mbappe, 26, quit PSG to end their ‘Galacticos’ era once and for all… with his old side immediately going on to win the one trophy that had always evaded them: the Champions League.Los Blancos finished second in LaLiga behind old rivals Barcelona, while losing both the Copa del Rey and Supercopa de Espana finals.They made it to the quarter-finals of the Champions League, before losing to Arsenal. On a personal level, Mbappe recovered from a slow start to show signs of his best form, scoring 43 goals across all competitions, including a hat-trick in the 3-1 win over Man City.Mbappe endured a tough season trophy-wise, but was in red-hot form in front of goalCredit: EPA8. Lautaro Martinez – Inter MilanA real ‘nearly’ season for Inter Milan, it was a difficult one for fans – and the club itself – to process.On the one hand, they exceeded expectations. But, on the other, they were so close, yet so far – second in Serie A, runners up in the Champions League and Supercoppa Italiana and semi-finalists in the Coppa Italia.Captain Martinez, 27, was the club’s top scorer with 22 goals in all competitions – crucially including nine strikes in his 14 Champions League appearances, a huge factor in their fairytale run to the final.Lautaro Martinez was the ultimate leader for Inter Milan in their impressive seasonCredit: Reuters7. Gianluigi Donnarumma – PSGThe first entrant to our top 10 from the Paris giants and Champions League winners is the man between the sticks.The 6ft 5in Italian giant, 26, played in all 15 Champions League matches.And his heroic performances between the sticks were a key cog in the long-suffering club finally ending their European Cup drought – particularly in the semi-final win over Arsenal.After years of solid performances, the former AC Milan stopper appears to be finally living up to his potential as one of the best on the planet and arguably the best European goalkeepers.Gianluigi Donnarumma was a giant between the sticks for PSGCredit: AP6. Desire Doue – PSGA relative unknown among casual fans before this season, Doue has been an absolute revelation.The young winger, 19, played in 16 Champions League matches this season, scoring five times – including TWO in the final to kill off the game.Inevitably, talk has quickly moved to a “new Messi-Ronaldo” rivalry between Doue and Yamal.It might be a bit early for that, but both are certainly in the hunt for this season’s Ballon d’Or after scintillating seasons.Desire Doue has been a revelation on the PSG wing this seasonCredit: Reuters5. Khvicha KvaratskheliaWhat a year for the Georgian star…The 24-year-old was part of the Napoli squad who won the Serie A title until January, when he moved to a PSG side who won the Ligue 1, Champions League, Coupe de France and Trophee des Champions quadruple.Domestic trophies are no new thing for PSG and 2024-25 will forever be remembered as the season they won their first-ever Champions League.Kvaratskhelia played a vital role in that, playing in nine Champions League matches since January alone, contributing to five goals en route to glory, including his strike in the final.Khvicha Kvaratskhelia enjoyed a superb season… at both Napoli and then PSGCredit: Shutterstock Editorial4. Raphinha – BarcelonaAt one stage, the former Leeds man looked like he was going to shatter Cristiano Ronaldo’s Champions League record.Despite falling short, the Brazilian winger, 28, contributed to 21 GOALS in just 14 Champions League games.Raphinha was also involved in 27 goals in 36 LaLiga games as Barcelona won the title.It was some season for the winger, who was the top favourite for the Ballon d’Or not long ago.Raphinha enjoyed easily the best season of his careerCredit: Shutterstock Editorial3. Mo Salah – LiverpoolA truly sensational season for the Egyptian superstar.Salah, 32, was on track to obliterate the Premier League scoring record, before his hot streak cooled late on.Despite that, the winger contributed to 47 Premier League goals as Liverpool won their record-levelling 20th top-flight crown.He won the Golden Boot with 29 goals – meaning he’s now won it a joint-record FOUR times.Salah also contributed to seven goals in nine Champions League games, as the Reds won the first-ever 32-team group stage and reached the quarter-finals before losing to eventual champions, PSG.Mo Salah enjoyed one of his best LIverpool seasons en route to the title and celebrated by signing a new contractCredit: PA2. Lamine Yamal – BarcelonaWe’ve heard the term “Messi regen” before… with Ansu Fati.And while that perhaps hasn’t quite panned out, it’s impossible to think Yamal isn’t destined for superstardom.Aged just 17, Yamal was involved in 22 LaLiga goals in 35 outings as Barcelona won the title, with a further eight involvements in the Champions League.He’s the youngest player to reach 100 competitive games for Barcelona and at this rate he could shatter a whole array of records before his career is done.Brazil legend Ronaldo currently holds the record for youngest-ever Ballon d’Or winner, aged 21 in 1997.Before that, George Best was the youngest at the age of 29.If Yamal does win it this year, he’ll set a record that will likely never be broken.Either way, you certainly wouldn’t bet against him breaking the record in the next few seasons…Fans reckon Lamine Yamal is destined to be the second coming of Lionel MessiCredit: Reuters1. Ousmane Dembele – PSGIn Mbappe’s absence, PSG were always going to rely on his fellow Frenchman to step up and be the attacking leader.And while the addition of Kvaratskhelia and emergence of Doue has been a massive boost, Dembele is unquestionably the No1 threat in Luis Enrique’s team.Read More on The SunDembele was involved in 14 goals in 15 Champions League games en route to an historic title, while he scored 21 times in 29 Ligue 1 matches, with a further six assists.In all, the forward scored 33 goals in his side’s quadruple campaign – and puts him in pole position for the Ballon d’Or… for now.Ousmane Dembele stepped up as leader of the PSG attack in some style after Mbappe’s exitCredit: Reuters More

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      Gary Lineker reunites with brother Wayne amid 17-year feud as pair neck bottle of booze at his son’s Ibiza wedding

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      GARY LINEKER appeared to put his feud with brother Wayne to one side as they partied at a family wedding in Ibiza.The Linekers celebrated in style as the former Match of the Day host’s son Harry got married.Gary Lineker knocked back booze at his son’s weddingCredit: InstagramThe former Match of the Day host celebrated by waving a napkin in the airCredit: InstagramWayne later got his turn, tilting his head back and catching the drink in his mouthCredit: InstagramGary looked dapper in a suit alongside his boysCredit: InstagramHarry, 31, tied the knot with partner Bella in a luxurious ceremony on the Spanish island over the weekend.And several videos posted on social media show both Gary, 64, and Wayne, 63, enjoying themselves.The former England striker looked dapper in a smart white shirt and glasses.But he risked getting drenched in one clip as a bottle of booze was poured directly into his mouth.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHis younger brother Wayne made the short trip to the ceremony from his O Beach party hotspot and was dressed to impress in a stylish suit.The entrepreneur and club owner joined in the fun, stepping up next to tilt his head back and catch the drink in his mouth.Spirits were high, literally, as all the family celebrated together in the Ibiza sun. It comes after a 17-year feud between the Lineker brothers. Most read in FootballGary’s son Harry tied the knot to his partner BellaWayne and Gary had fell out in 2008The two are believed to have fallen out while Gary was with his second wife Danielle Bux.They travelled to Ibiza to visit Wayne but the trip broke their close relationship, which saw an end to their weekly phone calls.He told The Sun in 2015: “In my opinion, Danielle cost me my relationship with my brother. Sadly Gary is no longer a part of my life.”They came to Ibiza in August 2008 and it was really awkward. I didn’t spark with Danielle and our relationship was cold.”Wayne was Gary’s best man at his first wedding to Michelle Cockayne in 1986.But the club owner did not attend as the ex-BBC host tied to knot with Danielle because his invite did not extend to his girlfriend at the time Ana Tanaka.Opening up on the brother’s relationship in a recent interview with The Mail, Wayne said: “It’s not so good to be honest, we don’t really speak very often. I’ll always be his number one fan.”The Linekers boozy ceremony came as The Sun exclusively revealed that BBC chiefs delivered a final snub to Gary just before his final Match of the Day show.They decided to axe his last interview with Liverpool hero Mo Salah without warning.Read More on The SunThe Beeb feared Lineker — involved in an online row over an antisemitic post — would say something controversial about Gaza.He stepped out of the hotseat following a 26-year stint as presenter just over a week ago.Wayne Lineker hosts celebs and footballers at his O Beach Club in IbizaCredit: Instagram @waynelinekerHe has been seen partying with the likes of Jack Grealish and Jude BellinghamCredit: Instagram More

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      ‘If that’s the plan I’m Amorim out’ – Man Utd fans fume at hint £62.5m signing Matheus Cunha could play shock position

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans have begged Ruben Amorim to unleash Matheus Cunha’s attacking potential – after reports he’s preparing a new role for the Brazilian. United confirmed the capture of the 26-year-old forward for £62.5million on Sunday. United fans want Ruben Amorim to unleash Matheus Cunha’s potential as a forwardCredit: Shutterstock EditorialReports suggest Amorim could employ the Brazilian in a deeper, more defensive roleCredit: PACunha scored 17 goals for Wolves last season playing in a free-ranging No. 10 role.The versatile forward played across the front line at Molineux, including at centre forward.The Times suggest Amorim sees Cunha “slotting in as either one of the two No10s in his system.”But the report claims the Portuguese could employ Cunha “slightly further back in a more defensive role.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLUnited netted just 44 goals in the Premier League last season.And some fans were not impressed by the idea of their new £62.5m man being stifled in a more defensive setup.One raged on X: “If that’s the plan then I’m completely Amorim out.”Another agreed: “Sack Ruben Amorim on the spot if Cunha doesn’t play at LF 10 or ST, this misprofiling needs to end.”Most read in FootballCunha’s heat map from his final Wolves game shows his free-ranging role and attacking intentBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKAnd a third commented: “The defensive part is surely a joke.”While a fourth predicted: “So here we go again, Cunha is no defender, but we will make him into a defensive mid. Again, with the square pegs in round holes. I can see Amorim using him deeper to accommodate Mount in the 10.”‘Players are not acting in the right manner’ – David Beckham slams Man Utd stars’ behaviour after fans clashes on tourUnited’s flops are currently on their way back from a disastrous post-season tour of Asia.A large proportion of the squad are heading out on international duty over the next fortnight.Cunha was spotted leaving a hotel in Manchester on Sunday.A statement from the club announcing the deal said: “Everyone at Manchester United looks forward to welcoming Matheus to Old Trafford.”He drove straight to the airport and jetted out to join the Brazil squad for World Cup qualifiers against Paraguay and Ecuador. SunSport has revealed Amorim is ready to get tough with his Red Devils squad following a horror campaign. Amorim has delivered a list of instructions to ensure United are in top shape for the new Prem season, which starts on the weekend of August 16.Read More on The SunIt is believed non-international players could return to the club’s Carrington HQ earlier than normal, with a suggestion some may be back training by the end of THIS month.Amorim wants fitness levels to be sky high, demanding that players  hit personal bests by mid-July. More

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      Fans poke fun at ‘best team in Europe’ Arsenal as they are 12th in Uefa’s rankings behind MAN UTD

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      FANS are laughing at Arsenal after the Uefa rankings put them behind Manchester United.The Gunners fell short of silverware for the third season in a row while the Red Devils had their worst campaign in modern history.Arsenal sit 12th in Uefa’s coefficient league tableCredit: Shutterstock EditorialDespite a poor season, Man Utd remain ahead of themCredit: GettyAfter crashing out the Champions League to eventual winners PSG, Mikel Arteta claimed his team are the “best in Europe”.But the coefficient league table disagrees and even has Arsenal below crisis club United.The rankings take into account each side’s performance in the Champions, Europa and Conference Leagues over the last five years and it is used for seeding.Arsenal sit 12th overall with 98 points and Man Utd are 11th on 102.5.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe North Londoners’ run to the Champions League semi-final this season earned them 36 points.But their score has been hindered by not appearing on the continent in 2020/21 and losing in the Europa League last-16 to Sporting Lisbon the following year.While United’s performances across the five-year period have been more steady, featuring in every season.Despite victories in the Europa being less valuable than the Champions League, two runner-up finishes and a run to quarter-final is enough to prop them up just above Arsenal.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSAnd fans have mocked the Gunners, with one saying: “As if the best team in Europe isn’t even ranked top ten.”Another laughed: “Chelsea is still ahead of Arsenal despite not playing Champions League for two seasons.”Jamie Carragher in huge row with Gary Neville over Arsenal title prediction and striker claimA third commented: “This can’t be right, the best club in the world Arsenal are not there. They have been telling me all year they are the best the world has ever seen. Forget the trophies.”The updated rankings have Real Madrid out on top on 143.5, narrowly ahead of Manchester City’s 137.75.PSG’s Champions League victory earned them 33.5 and rockets them to fifth.Chelsea got 30 from their Conference League glory and they can still count upon the 33 from Champions League success under Thomas Tuchel four years ago.Outside the top spots – Tottenham are 27th, West Ham sit 29th and Aston Villa place 46th.Join SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The Emirates More