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    Man Utd set for mass squad cull this summer with EIGHT stars set for axe and ‘practically all players for sale’

    SEVERAL Manchester United players are at risk of being axed this summer as co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe plots a complete rebuild.The British billionaire name-dropped five senior stars when giving a damning assessment on the state of Man Utd this week, admitting they are “not good enough” to represent the club.Sir Jim Ratcliffe is prepared to listen to offers for every Man Utd playerCredit: PAThe Red Devils want to offload Casemiro but the midfielder is determined to stayCredit: GettyAntony’s future is still yet to be resolvedCredit: GettyDuring an interview with the BBC, he said: “If you look at the players we are buying this summer, that we didn’t buy, we’re buying Antony.”We’re buying Casemiro, we’re buying [Andre] Onana, we’re buying [Rasmus] Hojlund, we’re buying [Jadon] Sancho.”These are all things from the past, whether we like it or not, we’ve inherited those things and have to sort that out.”For Sancho, who now plays for Chelsea and we pay half his wages, we’re paying £17million to buy him in the summer.”Read More in FootballThe only player that received any praise from the club chief was captain Bruno Fernandes.However, even he could be put up for sale at the end of the season.The Daily Mail has claimed that United will consider offers for “practically every player” when the transfer window opens.Christian Eriksen, Victor Lindelof, Jonny Evans and Tom Heaton are all set to leave Old Trafford as free agents in June.Most read in FootballCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsBut the Red Devils may find it hard to offload some players – especially without taking a huge loss.Casemiro – who cost United a whopping £70million in 2022 – is determined to see out the remainder of his contract, which expires at the end of the 2025-26 campaign.Man Utd confirm Old Trafford decision with club set to build £2bn 100,000-seater ‘Wembley of the North’ The Brazilian is also the club’s highest earner and pockets £375,000-a-week.Meanwhile, £85.5m man Antony has struggled at Old Trafford since completing his move from Ajax three years ago.With just 12 Man Utd goals to his name, the winger was loaned out to Real Betis in January and has since managed six goal contributions in nine games.Ratcliffe and Co will be hoping that his impressive La Liga form bumps up his value ahead of the summer window.Hojlund is another player who has failed to match expectations following a big-money move.While he showcased some positive glimpses in his debut campaign, the striker has not lived up to his £72m price tag this term.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Mail has also reported that Sancho could return to Man Utd from Chelsea this summer – despite the Blues having an obligation to buy.Should Enzo Maresca decide against keeping the England forward, Chelsea will have to pay a “significant penalty” to withdraw from the agreement.Man Utd ratings vs Arsenal as De Ligt shows exactly why Red Devils signed him but Zirkzee is as frustrating as everIT was a performance that would have pleased Ruben Amorim but a 1-1 draw with Arsenal does little to paper over the cracks at Manchester United.On a day when the Old Trafford crowd protested the owners, the players stood up to show their remains life in a club that fans say is experiencing a “slow death”.There was a lack of clear-cut chances in the opening 45 minutes as both sides goalscoring troubles continued.A moment of magic was needed and Fernandes stepped up as he so often does.Arsenal’s wall was full of man mountains, but Fernandes found the power, dip and accuracy to beat David Raya with his free-kick – even if the wall was marched 11.2 yards back instead of the regulated ten.Mikel Arteta’s side came out swinging in the second-half with their makeshift No9 up top, and it took a brilliant effort from Declan Rice to level the scores.United were able to frustrate them and remain a threat on the counter but eventually had to settle for a point in a much-improved performance.Here is how SunSport’s Martin Blackburn rated the United performances. More

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    Cristiano Ronaldo and Rafael Nadal’s business venture shuts unexpectedly after three years

    CRISTIANO RONALDO and Rafael Nadal’s business has shut unexpectedly after just three years.The pair jointly invested in an Italian restaurant in Madrid called Toto.A restaurant Cristiano Ronaldo has invested in called Toto has shut downCredit: GettyRafa Nadal is also a co-founder of the restaurant groupCredit: GettyIt opened in March 2022 and was part of the Tatel Group, which was co-founded by Nadal.Ronaldo is also an investor in the company, joining in 2018 alongside pop star Enrique Iglesias.However Toto Madrid has now shut down, per El Espanol, though branches in Dubai and Abu Dhabi are still trading.Toto became famed for its carbonara dish Vera Carbonara de Totó, which was reportedly ordered 250 times a week by customers.READ MORE ON RONALDOThe average bill was around £50 and the restaurant even had more than 300,000 followers on Instagram.Ronaldo, 40, has multiple business ventures with a range of products and properties part of his ever-expanding empire.He has a partnership with hotel group Pestana, which opened up a £43million apartment complex in his native Madeira, Portugal.CR7 also owns two hotels and a footwear brand as well as aftershave and underwear companies.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSWhile his sponsorship and endorsement deals include Nike, Armani, Castrol and Tag Heuer.He also has an interest in restaurants and once took the Portugal football team to eat at Tatel de Doha restaurant on Al Maha Island, which is also owned by Nadal and Ronaldo.Cristiano Ronaldo praises event as he attends UFC in Saudi Arabia More

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    Charlie Edwards has brother Sunny back in his corner for Andrew Cain bout after revealing their DAD wanted them to fight

    CHARLIE EDWARDS has brother Sunny in his corner after retirement paved the way for a full reconciliation. The two came up in the sport together, sparring each other in prepration for battle. Charlie Edwards has brother Sunny in his corner againCredit: X @CEdwardsBoxingThe two have feuded in the past but are on good terms againCredit: X @CEdwardsBoxingBut their relationship strained at times over the years – fuelling shock talk of a never-before-seen brotherly battle. And Charlie once revealed it was their dad Larry who wanted the brothers to settle the family feud in the ring. He told the Daily Mail last year: “That’s my dad’s dream. “And I don’t talk to my dad really anymore for a few years now because I’ve grown up and I’m a man now and I don’t like that energy. READ MORE IN BOXING”He always played us against each other, I see it for what it is. The sad thing is it’s his dream that we fight on the big stage, and I don’t know if that’s like a narcissistic thing, but that’s what he would try and do. “But for me, no thank you. I love my family. If I was to put 8oz gloves on and fight my brother and hurt him, I could never live with myself anymore. “I also love my nephews and that’s their dad. Why am I going to do something like that? We don’t need to fight each other.” The Edwards brothers did eventually go up against each other in opposite corners. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSCharlie fought for the European bantamweight title in September against Thomas Essomba – who is managed by Sunny. And Charlie won over 12 rounds – with Sunny standing in the opposite corner – but it ended in a hug between the two.Nick Ball is the British world champ likened to Mike Tyson tipped to fight pound-for-pound KO king Naoya InoueCharlie said after his win: “We’ve always been in competition. He’s always been a sore loser! He’s always quit on Fifa and thrown the controller! “But do you know what? I love my brother dearly, and I thank you for the opportunity as Thomas’ manager.” Sunny, 29, called time on his career in November after losing to 2024 Olympic champion Galal Yafai, 32. But he is still managing fighters and looks to have added a new feather in his boxing cap by becoming a trainer too. Sunny has been out in Portugal – where Charlie lives with his wife Kristin and daughter Sofia – helping coach his older brother. Charlie, 32, returns on Saturday night in a British and Commonwealth bantamweight title fight against Andrew Cain, 28, in Liverpool. And Sunny has been overseeing Charlie’s training alongside head coach Stephen Smith in the Algarve – bringing the two closer than ever. Sunny has been coaching brother CharlieCredit: X @CEdwardsBoxing More

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    Former Chelsea star’s daughter signed up for exciting TV role in popular show after marriage split

    JADE LEBOEUF has signed up for a popular reality show after announcing that her marriage is over.The daughter of Chelsea legend Frank revealed earlier this year that she has separated from husband Stephane Rodrigues.Jade Leboeuf has signed up for The TraitorsCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufIt comes after announcing she had broken up with Stephane RodriguesCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufJade is one of 18 French celebs going on the showCredit: INSTAGRAM @jade_leboeufFrank Leboeuf won six trophies at ChelseaCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufGlamorous Jade is now getting over the break-up by going on the French version of The Traitors.The 34-year-old revealed the news on Instagram, posting a snap of her in one of the show’s red cloaks.She captioned the upload: “In your opinion… Cheater or Loyal?”I am happy to share this beautiful journey with you starting Thursday, April 3 at 9:10pm on M6.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLJade is one of 18 French celebs going on the show and attempting to deceive their competitors for a charity.Ex-tennis star Alize Cornet and former World Cup-winning centre-back Adil Rami are among the others on the series.Jade has signed up after the model and influencer split from fellow reality star husband Stephane.The couple, who have a son named Elon, two, said there was “love, understanding and mutual respect” behind their decision.Most read in FootballAnd that after nine years together, the priority was to “preserve a harmonious family relationship for ourselves and for our son”.Jade’s father Frank, 57, won six trophies at Chelsea in his five years at the club.Chelsea legend’s daughter puts on busty display in low-cut top for stunning holiday snaps as fans call her ‘radiant’Since hanging up his boots, he has gone into acting and punditry.Like his daughter, Frank has also gone on French reality TV, featuring as a peacock on the Masked Singer.Take a look inside Jade’s glamorous life…Jade has built up a loyal following on social mediaCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufThe stunning model is followed by over a quarter of a million peopleCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufShe regularly shares risque contentCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufThe French national works as a modelCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufShe was used to the limelight from an early age as the daughter of Chelsea legend Frank LeboeufCredit: Instagram @jadeleboeufJade describes herself as a digital creatorCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufHer posts tend to draw hoards of comments with fans often describing her as ‘beautiful’ and ‘sexy’Credit: instagram @jade_leboeufShe’s not afraid to wear revealing outfitsCredit: jade_leboeuf/instagramSee-through outfits are a favouriteCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufHer father Frank played for Chelsea from 1996 to 2001Credit: Instagram @jadeleboeufHe won two FA Cups during his time in West London when Jade was still a kidCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufHe was also a World Cup winner with France in 1998, giving him legendary status in his home countryCredit: INSTAGRAM @jade_leboeufJade is now making her own wayCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeuf More

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    Former Champions League star, 37, ‘asked to leave Anfield for supporting PSG against Liverpool’

    FORMER France international Jeremy Menez was allegedly asked to leave Anfield last night for supporting Paris Saint-Germain against Liverpool on Tuesday.The 37-year-old travelled to England to watch his ex-club face Arne Slot’s side for a place in the Champions League quarter-finals.Former PSG star Jeremy Menez was allegedly kicked out of Anfield on TuesdayCredit: GettyMenez made 110 appearances for PSG as a playerCredit: Getty – ContributorSamir Nasri claimed that the ex-PSG star was kicked out in the 70th minuteCredit: GettyPSG were trailing 1-0 on aggregate prior to the match, but Ousmane Dembele levelled things up after just 12 minutes at Anfield.The two teams could not be separated after 120 minutes and the match went to penalties, where the Parisians prevailed.However, Menez allegedly missed the winning moment after being kicked out of the stadium.Former Premier League midfielder Samir Nasri told French TV channel Canal Plus: “A thought for those who were also kicked out of the stadium.Read More in Football”Jeremy Menez was at the match, he was asked if he was French. After his answer, they told him to leave the stadium… in the 70th minute no less!”Menez made 110 appearances for PSG across three years during his professional playing career.During that time he scored 19 goals and provided 37 assists.The forward also played for the likes of Monaco, Roma, AC Milan and Bordeaux before retiring last year.Most read in Champions LeagueCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsAnd he earned 24 senior caps for the France national team.Following Tuesday’s last-16 clash, PSG boss Luis Enrique said: “Both of the teams deserve to go to the next phase.Liverpool boss Arne Slot left with sense of shock after Champions League penalty shoot-out exit against PSG “They play better than us here, but I think my team at Anfield, in a special stadium, showed great personality and character.”We tried to play our best, but it was difficult as they’re so intense. Both teams deserve to qualify.”The character and personality, even when we shoot at the penalty shootout they showed great character. I think it shows clearly the team we are.” More

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    Real Madrid and Germany legend Toni Kroos ready to come out of retirement to play for his brother’s team

    TONI KROOS is set to return to football for a special match just eight months after his retirement.Toni, 35, rolled credits on a glittering 17-year career that saw him win almost everything with the likes of Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and Germany.Toni Kroos is set to return to football just eight months after his retirementCredit: GettyToni will be playing for his brother Felix’s team Two Stripes United in the ICON LeagueCredit: GettyThe midfielder’s last game took place at Euro 2024 in his homeland when his national team was eliminated by eventual European champions Spain in a controversial quarter-final.According to Marca, however, the German legend is set to lace up his boots for just one more match.But it won’t be for a top-tier competition or an elite club, like everyone is used to seeing him.Instead, Toni will play for his brother Felix’s team named Two Stripes United in the ICON League.Read More on FootballThe competition is mostly consisted of streamers, content creators and footballers – similar to the Kings League in Spain.The six-time Champions League winner agreed to cross over to the non-pro competition, but he had one demand.And that was to play side by side with Felix, 34, with whom he started his professional career.The Kroos brothers cut their teeth together at Hansa Rostock but their paths were separated in 2006 when Bayern came knocking for Toni.Most read in FootballCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsFelix stayed in Germany where he played for the likes of Werder Bremen, Union Berlin and Eintracht Braunschweig until his retirement in 2021.Toni’s addition to Two Stripes United works as a major boost for the younger brother.Toni Kroos shows his skills at Real Madrid training Felix’s team only managed six points out of 13 matches last season.Toni will be the most successful and experienced player in the league after 465 appearances with Real, 205 games with Bayern and 114 caps with Germany. More

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    Nick Ball is the British world champ likened to Mike Tyson and tipped to fight pound-for-pound KO king Naoya Inoue

    NICK BALL is Britain’s miniature Mike Tyson tipped to fight pound-for-pound KO king Naoya Inoue. The Wrecking Ball – as he is perfectly nicknamed – is the WBA featherweight champion with 21 wins. Promoter Frank Warren with Nick BallCredit: GettyBall won his world title against Ray FordCredit: GettyTyson pictured during his 1986 heydayCredit: GettyOnly 5ft 2in, the Liverpudlian has earned comparisons to Iron Mike due to their squat figure and aggressive boxing styles.Ball won the title against American Ray Ford last June – and revealed his admiration for heavyweight great Tyson in the build up. He told the Daily Mail: “I’ve always looked up to Mike Tyson. “I appreciate his style of boxing and wanted to incorporate that into my own style.READ MORE IN BOXING”No messing about, looking to get the job done against his opponents. It’s all action and I think that is what everyone wants to watch as well.”You get your money’s worth when you are watching people like me and Mike Tyson because it is edge of your seat stuff.”Ball, 28, defended his title against Ronny Rios, 35, with a tenth-round stoppage in October. He now returns on Saturday at the M&S Bank Arena against Irishman TJ Doheny, 38, who is moving up from super-bantamweight. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSDoheny fell victim to an Inoue knockout defeat in September – pulling himself out in round seven with a back injury. Inoue, 31, is considered one of the world’s best with a frightening 29-0 record with 26 KOs. Tyson Fury teases spectacular boxing comeback at Old Trafford as fans say ‘it’d better be Anthony Joshua’He has titles in FOUR divisions, from light-flyweight to super-bantamweight. And a move to the 126lb featherweight limit has been teased – where Ball is waiting in the wings. Promoter Frank Warren told BoxingScene: “I love Nick Ball. You know that. He’s a magnificent fighter. “He’s brilliant at what he’s done, the way he’s come through, showing the world what he’s about. “He’s just been fabulous at what he’s done, how he’s taken advantage of the opportunities that he’s had and showing the world what he’s all about. “The fight with him and Inoue, and Inoue coming up in weight, if that happens in December, I would love it to happen. “They’ve all got to keep winning, obviously, but I would love that fight.”Naoya Inoue is linked with a fight against BallCredit: AFP More

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    ‘Loss not bad enough’ – Liverpool fans suffer more pain as tunnel video of Virgil Van Dijk emerges from after PSG defeat

    LIVERPOOL star Virgil van Dijk was spotted speaking to Paris Saint-Germain chiefs ahead of his contract’s expiration, leaving fans concerned.The Reds crashed out of the Champions League on Tuesday when they lost 4-1 on penalties after PSG tied the aggregate on 1-1 thanks to Ousmane Dembele’s goal.Liverpool fans were left concerned after seeing Virgil van Dijk speaking to Paris Saint-Germain chiefsVan Dijk’s Liverpool contract runs out in JuneCredit: GettyVitinha, Goncalo Ramos, Dembele and Desire Doue went on to score all of the visitors’ spot-kicks, while goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma caught Darwin Nunez and Curtis Jones’ pens.After the heartbreaking loss in the Last 16, the Merseysiders’ captain Van Dijk, 33, was seen speaking to PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi and strategic advisor Luis Campos in the tunnel.A viral clip showed the trio having a cordial conversation a week after the centre-back clashed with Campos, who complained about a red card he thought Ibrahima Konate should have been shown in the first leg.However, Liverpool fans were left very worried as the Netherlands international’s contract runs out in June and there are still no developments regarding his status.Read More on FootballSome fans were left fearing Van Dijk was discussing a potential free transfer to PSG.One fan tweeted: “Like the loss wasn’t bad enough.”Another commented: “Great thanks for this what a lovely thing to see.”A third wrote: “Oh. That’s just beautiful, isn’t it.”Most read in FootballCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsThis fan gushed: “Oh, wow.”And that one simply said: “Hmmmm.”Moment Mo Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold are pulled apart after apparent spat during Liverpool training Nevertheless, there are currently no reports linking Van Dijk to a move to PSG.However, Liverpool are still facing the risk of losing the Dutchman as well as Trent Alexander-Arnold and superstar Mohamed Salah whose contract also run out in June. More