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      Bruno Fernandes sent message by former Premier League star over Al-Hilal transfer as Man Utd star remains in talks

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      AN ex-Premier League star has encouraged Bruno Fernandes to join him at Al-Hilal.The Manchester United captain’s agent Miguel Pinho held talks over a mega-money move to the Saudi Arabian club last week.Bruno Fernandes remains in talks with Al-HilalCredit: Shutterstock EditorialRuben Neves wants the Man Utd captain to join him in Saudi ArabiaCredit: GettyAl-Hilal reckon they can get the Red Devils to sell for £100million and offer the player a three-year tax-free deal worth £200m.The amount could still increase with journalist Fabrizio Romano claiming the club will do “whatever it takes” to get their “top target”.Talks with both Al-Hilal and Man Utd are set to continue this week.Fernandes is reportedly “seriously considering” leaving Old Trafford.READ MORE ON MAN UTDA move to the Riyadh-based side would see him become team-mates with ex-Premier League aces Ruben Neves, Joao Cancelo, Aleksandar Mitrovic and Kalidou Koulibaly.And Portuguese compatriot Neves is keen for Fernandes to join him.Asked about conversations with him, the former Wolves captain told O Jogo: “I recommend any player who is in the national team. “We have a lot of talent. We are lucky in that aspect. A small country, but with excellent players, just yesterday four won the Champions League. That makes any child dream. Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS”I would like to have any player from the national team in my team.”Neves left Wolves in 2023 for £47m and he reportedly pockets £15.6m-a-year in Saudi.Bruno Fernandes enjoys dinner with Al-Hilal ‘secret agent’ Joao Cancelo as he faces Man Utd exit decisionHis comments come after Fernandes was spotted having dinner with Cancelo.It is likely a reunion at Al-Hilal was on the menu as fans think the old Manchester City star was “playing agent”.Asked if Man Utd’s post-season friendly against Hong Kong last Friday was Fernandes’ farewell game, Ruben Amorim replied: “I don’t know for sure, nobody knows, but I don’t think so.“He is seeing us taking some actions to change all the things and I think that is all that he wants to stay.“He’s saying ‘no’ to a lot of things, but it shows that he wants to win.”He’s really young, he’s really good. He needs to be in the best league in the world.”Join SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old Trafford More

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      Peter Crouch begs ‘can everyone not share this’ as fan catches absolutely TERRIBLE golf shot on camera

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      PETER CROUCH has begged fans to stop sharing viral footage of his disastrous attempts at playing golf.The former England striker took advantage of the sunny weather by hitting the fairways over the weekend. Peter Crouch has begged fans not to share footage of his shocking tee shotCredit: https://x.com/FBAwayDaysThe former England striker shanked his drive into the trees to the delight of those watching from the clubhouseCredit: https://x.com/FBAwayDaysCrouch, 44, hung up his boots in 2019 after a two-decade career.But it doesn’t look like he’s been working hard on his swing over the past six years. The 6ft7in striker is seen teeing off in the viral clip, with members watching on from the clubhouse.One watching spectator is heard to say: “Yeah, he’s a golfer, you can tell, can’t you?”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLA pal laughs in response: “No, he’s definitely a footballer.”Crouch went on to prove the fan right by producing a shocker of a tee shot.After a nervy practice swing, the former Stoke and Liverpool forward addressed the ball.But he succeeded in only topping his drive off the tee, with the ball bouncing miserably into nearby trees. Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKA mortified Crouch captioned the footage: “Can everyone not share this pls[sic]. Kind regards.”As expected, his pleas fell on deaf ears, with the clip viewed 4 million times in under 12 hours on X.Peter Crouch reveals wife Abbey Clancy mistook Liverpool star for another woman One fan laughed in response: “Stick to the miserable Tuesday nights in Stoke Crouchy. Leave the sunny days on the golf course, to those who know how to play.”And a second pointed out: “You just shared it though?”A third added: “The fact that you’ve shared this makes it 10x funnier. Never change crouchy.”While a fourth joked: “He’s big! He’s red! He should try bowls instead!”Crouch earned 42 caps for England across his career, netting 22 goals.Since retiring, he’s launched a successful podcast alongside wife Abbey Clancy and has worked as a pundit for TNT Sports. More

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      Chelsea on verge of £30m Liam Delap transfer after agreeing personal terms with Ipswich striker on six-year contract

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      CHELSEA are poised to confirm the capture of Liam Delap on a six-year deal. The 22-year-old striker has been a top summer target for the Blues after a breakthrough season for Ipswich.Liam Delap is set to sign a six-year contract with ChelseaCredit: GettyThe 22-year-old was a breakout star for Ipswich last seasonCredit: ReutersDelap is due for a medical in West London on MondayCredit: GettyDelap netted 12 goals in 37 Premier League matches as the Tractor Boys headed back to the second tier.The former Manchester City ace had a £30million relegation release clause written into his contract.Chelsea have now agreed personal terms with Delap, according to The Athletic. The England under-21 striker will sign at Stamford Bridge until 2031.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHe selected a move to Chelsea ahead of Manchester United, Newcastle and Everton. Delap is set to undergo a medical at Chelsea’s Cobham base later today. The son of Stoke City cult hero Rory Delap, Liam came through the youth setup at Derby County.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKHe joined City in 2019 but was sent out on loan to Stoke, Preston North End and Hull City.Most read in FootballAfter just six appearances under Pep Guardiola, Delap headed to Portman Road last summer in a £15m deal.Liam Delap talks about joining Ipswich Town His powerful running and lethal finishing in the top flight won him a host of admirers.But Chelsea have moved fastest as they look for an alternative to the inconsistent Nicolas Jackson.Boss Enzo Maresca knows the striker from his time at City’s academy.The Blues are eager for Delap to feature in the upcoming Club World Cup, which begins on June 14.Delap is however eager to play under Lee Carsley in the upcoming Under-21 Euros in Slovakia. More

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      Neymar SENT OFF for attempting to score Maradona-style Hand of God goal after old club PSG win Champions League

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      NEYMAR channelled his inner Diego Maradona as he was sent off for a blatant handball.The forward, 33, is currently back at his boyhood club Santos after a nightmare spell with Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal. Neymar punched the ball into the back of the netThe former PSG and Barcelona superstar was sent offCredit: GettyIt could prove to be his last appearance for boyhood club SantosCredit: ReutersThe Brazilian side lost 1-0 to Botafogo yesterday to leave them 18th and in the relegation zone after 11 games of the season.Their issues were compounded when captain Neymar got red carded for doing his best Hand of God impression.With the score goalless after 75 minutes, the Botafogo goalkeeper palmed a cross towards him and it struck his midriff.A defender was going to beat him to the loose ball and clear, only for Neymar to jump forward and punch it into the back of the net from close range.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe referee saw it clearly, giving the superstar a second yellow and red card.With Santos down to ten-men, the visitors then scored the winner just ten minutes later.And it could prove to be Neymar’s last appearance for the club as his short-term contract expires on June 30.He is suspended for their next game against Fortaleza and the fixture after versus Palmeiras is on July 12.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSNeymar has failed to roll back the years on his return to Brazil, missing eight matches through injury and scoring just three goals in 12 games.It comes after a disastrous time with Al-Hilal as his £2.5m-a-week contract was ripped up after just seven appearances and one goal in 18 months amid fitness issues.Neymar breaks down in tears and reveals ‘each day I am away is a day of suffering’ after injury hellAnd to add insult to injury, Neymar’s old club PSG won the Champions League on Saturday night by smashing Inter Milan 5-0.Neymar did not go unpunished unlike Diego Maradona’s infamous handball against England at the 1986 World CupCredit: Getty More

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      Premier League star wows thousands of fans as he plays guitar on stage with the Kaiser Chiefs at huge anniversary gig

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      THE Kaiser Chiefs pulled off the loan transfer coup of the summer – in front of thousands of delirious fans.Leeds’ promotion-winning striker Patrick Bamford joined the rockers’ homecoming gig on stage with a guitar.Patrick Bamford seemed to enjoy his cameo almost as much as winning promotion back to the Premier League with Leeds… almost!Kalvin Phillips tagged in Bamford and Middlesbrough’s ex-Leeds hero Luke Ayling in his Instagram postGrinning guitarist Bamford made a crowd-pleasing appearanceKalvin Phillips then heightened talk of a return to Elland Road by labelling his former team-mate a “legend” for his cameo.Bamford electrified the atmosphere at Leeds’ Temple Newsam still further as the crowd loved his surprise role.Local heroes the Kaiser Chiefs are best known for their huge hit I Predict a Riot, which was also the theme tune for the Whites’ party after Championship title glory last month.But no-one predicted Bamford’s appearance at the gig on the 20th anniversary of the group’s first album.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe 31-year-old, who won a single England cap four years ago, also went down memory lane – or Elland Road – with his choice of shirt for the event.He wore a Leeds top from 2000-01 with “Viduka 9” on the back.Ex-frontman Mark Viduka, 49, had his longest spell in English football with the Whites – from 2000-2004.And he too reacted to Bamford’s guitar-playing cameo.Most read in FootballThe Kaiser Chiefs added to the party mood across the cityBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKBut it’s just possible Viduka was referring to the hitman’s kit rather than his musical ability as the Aussie posted: “What a privilege.”Bamford’s effort was all the more remarkable as it followed Leeds’ prolonged celebrations, including a trip to Vegas, after they pipped Burnley to the second-tier crown.Inside Leeds stars’ wild title celebrations as Bamford and Ampadu ‘leave Burnley fanbase in meltdown’ with karaoke songDaniel Farke’s side are returning to the Premier League after two seasons out.And many reckon Phillips will be making his own comeback – to Elland Road.The 29-year-old has had a dire time since joining Manchester City in 2022, typified by injury and then mediocre loan spells at West Ham and Ipswich.Phillips bigged up Bamford on Instagram as he responded to the star’s rocking intervention by posting: “What an absolute legend”.That’s also the status Phillips holds at his hometown club Leeds.But the midfielder could be out for two months following surgery on an Achilles problem.And for now Wham Bam is the man – thanks to the Chiefs bringing him on. Read More on The SunOne fan raved: “Crowd were amazing and a lot of fun was had! Cameo performance from P Bamford an absolute highlight!!”Another wrote: “Great day out… Kaiser Chiefs were amazing, bringing Patrick Bamford and the Championship trophy out on stage added to a very Leeds-centric gig (so many LUFC shirts there).” More

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      Man Utd transfer target LEFT OUT of Man City’s Club World Cup squad as Red Devils ‘eye controversial deal from rivals’

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      JAMES McATEE has reportedly been left out of Manchester City’s Club World Cup squad amid links with rivals Manchester United.Shock reports claim McAtee, 22, has emerged as a target for the Red Devils this summer.James McAtee has been left out of Man City’s Club World Cup squad amid links with Man UtdCredit: ReutersThe playmaker has been at City since 2013, rising up through the academy before taking in a double loan spell at Sheffield United.This season saw McAtee emerge as a rotation player under Guardiola, with the ace netting seven goals in 27 outings.However, City have numerous attacking options both in midfield and out wide.Guardiola is also said to be plotting swoops for the likes of Lyon’s Rayan Cherki and Nottingham Forest’s Morgan Gibbs-White.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd that could see McAtee become available for a transfer away from the Etihad, with United thought to be circling.Now, speculation regarding his City future has heated up after McAtee was left out of the squad for the Club World Cup.The tournament runs simultaneously alongside the U21s Euros in Slovakia.Having initially not been included, McAtee has now been added to England’s pre-tournament training squad.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAnd the Mail claims it means he is unlikely to feature for City ever again, with Guardiola seemingly happy to not have him on board for the lucrative club tournament in America.To compound things, teammate Rico Lewis was also eligible for U21s selection.Bruno Fernandes enjoys dinner with Al-Hilal ‘secret agent’ Joao Cancelo as he faces Man Utd exit decisionBut unlike McAtee, he has not been called up by England as City want him to travel to the Club World Cup instead.Another factor at play is that McAtee’s contract expires in 2026, with City needing to either hand him a new deal or cash in before he becomes a free agent.Guardiola previously indicated he wanted McAtee to stay, but admitted the youngster could struggle for minutes if he remains at City.Guardiola in April: “For the age, I’d like him to stay. But I understand players want more minutes.“He can play different positions but I don’t know how the squad will be and we will see.” More

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      Qataris ‘haven’t abandoned hope of buying Man Utd’ with Sir Alex Ferguson ‘guest of PSG chief at Champions League final’

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      SHEIKH JASSIM has not given up on one day owning Man Utd, according to reports.The Qatari went head-to-head with Sir Jim Ratcliffe for the Red Devils in 2023.Sheikh Jassim bid for Man Utd in 2023Sir Jim Ratcliffe purchased a minority stake in Man UtdCredit: GettyRatcliffe, 72, ultimately purchased a 25 per cent stake in the club from the Glazer family, worth £1.3bn.But his 18-month tenure so far has been nothing short of a disaster as the club lurch from one nightmare to another.First the decision was made to keep Erik ten Hag on as boss, only to sack him in October after a poor start to the season.And the Dutchman’s successor, Ruben Amorim, has only made things WORSE on the pitch, with the Red Devils finishing 15th in the Premier League, their lowest-ever position.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMeanwhile, off the pitch, Ratcliffe has bemoaned the club’s financial woes, with drastic cuts including 450 redundancies.While, taking into account money borrowed and transfers still being paid for, the Red Devils are said to owe around £1bn.Things could have been so different under Jassim, who wanted to purchase the club in its entirety – pledging to wipe their staggering debt in the process.But, according to the Telegraph, Jassim and his associates have not given up on one day purchasing the Red Devils.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKSir Alex Ferguson attended Saturday’s Champions League finalCredit: PAAlthough any links have been officially denied, any Qataris looking to buy a major European football club would likely consult Paris Saint-Germain owner Nasser Al-Khelaifi, given his vast experience and bulging contacts book.Al-Khelaifi, 51, has owned PSG since 2011, while he also chairs the European Club Association, as well as Qatari broadcaster beIN Sports.Bruno Fernandes enjoys dinner with Al-Hilal ‘secret agent’ Joao Cancelo as he faces Man Utd exit decisionInterestingly, legendary former Man Utd boss Sir Alex Ferguson was a special guest of Al-Khelaifi’s in Munich over the last few days.Ferguson, 83, attended the official pre-Champions League final dinner courtesy of the PSG chief on Friday.While he was part of Al-Khelaifi’s party in the posh seats at the Allianz Arena as PSG battered Inter Milan to win their first Champions League crown.As part of their 2023 deal, the Glazer family can sell United from under Ratcliffe.But the British billionaire does possess the right to make an offer on any share sale.Sheikh Jassim refused to engage in a public PR campaign while trying to buy United in 2023.And precious little is still known about the mysterious would-be Old Trafford chief.It remains to be seen whether Jassim would shift tactics, should another Man Utd opportunity come up.In February 2024, Ratcliffe cast doubt over whether Sheikh Jassim even exists.Read More on The SunThe United co-owner said: “Still nobody’s ever seen him, actually.”The Glazers never met him. He never… I’m not sure he exists.” More

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      TNT Sports presenter twerks in see-through outfit and leather coat as she hosts Champions League final

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      TNT SPORTS presenter Miroslava Montemayor twerked in a see-through outfit and leather coat while hosting the Champions League final.Montemayor, 35, is a former model who now presents live football coverage in Mexico for TNT Sports.Miroslava Montemayor twerked before the Champions League finalShe is a presenter for TNT Sports MexicoShe has built up a huge fan baseMontemayor hosted coverage of PSG’s win over Inter MilanShe is already a fan favourite thanks to her dazzling way with the camera.And before PSG’s 5-0 win over Inter Milan, she turned heads with a plunging see-through outfit.Montemayor left little to the imagination as she flaunted her daring fashion choice.But she then went a step further as she twerked while pitch-side.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFans were left amazed by Montemayor’s latest antics.One said: “Blessings to you.”Another declared: “The best is named Miroslava.”One noted: “Incredible beauty.”Most read in Champions LeagueAnother added: “This is spectacular.”Montemayor had already caused a stir before PSG’s first-ever Champions League win.PSG hold Victory Parade following Champions League win against Inter MilanMontemayor is a former modelCredit: Instagram @miroslavamontShe loves posing for the cameraCredit: Instagram @miroslavamontShe has an army of followersCredit: Instagram @miroslavamontMontemayor is regularly on the box in MexicoCredit: INSTAGRAM @tntsportsmex and @miroslavamontShe picked her team of the tournament alongside colleagues.But she controversially left out Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal — widely tipped to win this year’s Ballon d’Or.Fans forgave her though as they continued to react to her amazing dress.One said: “You are a queen.”Another gasped: “Simply stunning.” More