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      Forgotten Arsenal flop hints at return to English football after transfer collapsed as club ‘invented’ injury

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      Ex-Arsenal striker Yaya Sanogo has hinted he could return to English football – after a spell in the Chinese second division.The Frenchman, who won the FA Cup with the Gunners, has spent the season with Qingdao Red Lions.Former Arsenal star Yaya Sanogo could make a return to EnglandCredit: Getty – ContributorSanogo, 31, has also played for Crystal Palace, Charlton and Huddersfield as well as Ajax and Auxerre.The Paris-born player launched a renewed attack on Middlesbrough, insisting their false claim he had a shoulder injury hampered his bid to find a new club in 2020.Sanogo picked out Arsenal’s 3-2 FA Cup final win over Hull City as the highlight of his career.And the forward said he almost became a postman after a serious leg injury threatened to end his career aged just 17.Read More in FootballSanogo said: “I’m now out of contract, and I am open to anything.  I’ve enjoyed being in China, but let’s see what project I will go for.”I have had a number of phone calls, and the omens are good – especially from clubs in Europe.”I hope to get fixed up soon.  I’ve not set myself a definite target – I just want to enjoy myself and have fun.”With all the struggles I have had in my career, that is truly my aim now.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”I was due to sign for Middlesbrough. I reached an agreement with them, but during my medical they invented a shoulder problem that I’d never had.”After that, everyone asked me if I was injured. They wrote in the media that I had failed my medical, so clubs were always a bit wary about me.”Inside Arsenal’s new £300m+ stadium plans with futuristic Emirates project set to dwarf Spurs groundMiddlesbrough have been approached for comment.Sanogo scored just one goal in 20 Arsenal games, but is still remembered for being an impact sub at Wembley in 2014.He told So Foot magazine: “My best memory is the FA Cup final.  I was decisive when I came on, and the players sang my song in the dressing-room afterwards.”We were losing, I came on as we went with two up front, and I made an impact.  I was young, and it is something I will never forget.”I returned to the Emirates Stadium for a game last year, and people came up to thank me for that final.”I come from Les Ulis in Paris, the same as Thierry Henry and Patrice Evra. It is an honour for us to see how far we have come in our careers.”I now want to pass on the benefit of my experience to the team I play for.”I had a bit of an iffy spell during the two years after I had a serious shin injury. The surgeon told me it would be virtually impossible for me to resume my playing career.”I asked myself what I could do instead. I was just 17, and in the depths of despair.READ MORE SUN STORIES”It crossed my mind to become a postman. But there was a five per cent chance I could play again, and even though it was minimal it was still a chance for me.”I had to wait for two years – but I made my return to football.” More

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      Why is Manchester United vs Everton kicking-off at an unusual time?

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      MANCHESTER UNITED host Everton at Old Trafford on Sunday – but fans must factor in the unusual kick-off time.Ruben Amorim quickly learnt the level of competition in England, drawing 1-1 with Ipswich Town in his debut leaving his side in twelfth place.Rasmus Hojlund celebrates scoring in the Europa LeagueCredit: GettyThe Red Devils then scraped a 3-2 win over Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League, having fallen 2-1 down in the first half.The Portuguese manager is desperate for a comfortable victory heading into their clash with the Toffees, and could face serious questioning if his side fail to deliver a strong performance.On Merseyside, Sean Dyche is also struggling to get his side going and looks set to be in a relegation battle if things don’t improve.Currently in 15th place, the Everton hierarchy are already looking at replacements with former boss David Moyes in the running.Read more Man United newsEverton have won one of their last five Premier League fixturesCredit: ReutersA win on Sunday would be a great result for both teams, but fans should be aware of the schedule change.Why is Manchester United vs Everton kicking off at a unique time?Two fixtures are kicking off with rescheduled start times on Sunday as Liverpool vs Manchester City has also been moved. This is not the first time different kick-off times have been put in place for Premier League fixtures with Liverpool and Man City fixtures also being moved in November 2023. Police have requested the scheduling changes as a method of controlling fan movement and preventing confrontation. Most read in FootballWith four big teams and huge rivals crossing paths on the same day, police want to avoid conflict and harm.In 2022, the City team bus was damaged by fans as it left Anfield.And, Liverpool fans were faced with chants concerning the club’s tragedies. As a result, Manchester United vs Everton will kick-off at 1.30pm GMT on Sunday, December 1 – half an hour earlier than the usual 2pm kick off slot. More

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      Derek Chisora unveils plan for shock career change once he’s retired from boxing – but plans dream 50TH fight first

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      DEREK CHISORA has revealed plans for a shocking new career after he hangs up his gloves.The Brit boxing legend is approaching the end of his bruising career, with his last fight on these shores set to take place on February 8.Derek Chisora is nearing the end of his brutal careerCredit: PAThe fan favourite is already thinking about what he’ll do once he retiresCredit: GETTYDel Boy, 40, is eyeing a career in politicsCredit: GETTYChisora is already turning his attention to what he’ll do after he finally brings the curtain down on his fighting days.And Del Boy has sensational plans to run for political office after his retirement.During an appearance on talkSPORT, he said: “When I retire, do you know what I want to do?”I want to run for London Mayor.”REA MORE ON CHISORAThe 40-year-old first revealed his desire to replace Sadiq Khan as London’s governor after scoring a shock win in his July joust with Joe Joyce.Chisora’s February fisticuffs with former Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury opponent Otto Wallin will be the 49th fight of his 17-year-long career.But if things go his way, he’ll have a 50th bout against former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDerek Chisora is eyeing a showdown with ex-UFC heavyweight champ Francis NgannouCredit: INSTAGRAM@DEREKWARCHISORAAfter revealing his openess to have a trilogy bout with rival Dillian Whyte: “Another push I’m trying to get through is a fight with Ngannou – in Africa.”Most read in BoxingThe Zimbabwean-born Brit said: “I want to push [for] that [fight].Derek Chisora meets former Anthony Joshua opponent at Man Utd clash after calling him out for last ever fight “If I can get Francis Ngannou in Africa for our own African people to see us perform, instead of us performing in European countries and Saudi [Arabia].”It will give just a little bit of a taste to our young and upcoming talent in Africa to see African warriors go at it.”But if there’s not much money raised there, I might just do a 50/50 fight with Dillian at Royal Albert Hall.”Where I will invite some Prime Ministers, Presidents, Nigel [Farage], he’s my boy.” More

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      ‘I love that kid’ – Ruben Amorim backs Mason Mount to become key player for Man Utd and says ‘he wants it really bad’

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      RUBEN AMORIM has backed Mason Mount to prove why he became a European Champion.The new Manchester United boss says the midfielder “wants it really bad” too.Mason Mount was in action against Bodo/Glimt last nightCredit: ReutersRuben Amorim is a big fan of the former Chelsea starCredit: XMount has had an unhappy time with injury since he moved to Man Utd from Chelsea with whom he won the Champions League in 2021.He cost United £55million in July of last year but there has been little in the way of returns with just seven league starts in that time.But on Thursday night the 25-year-old returned to the Red Devils first team in his first start for 90 days playing 59 minutes of their 3-2 win over Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League.Amorim saw enough in that time and in the short time he has had with him at the club’s Carrington Training base to convince him the forgotten can become a main man at Man United.READ MORE ON MAN UTDHe said: “The first thing is he is working really hard. And then you have to understand the human also. He wants this really badly. That is the most important thing.“I have to tell you I love that kid.“You can see in his eyes that he wants this so bad.“He has proven to all of you that he is a talented player. He was European champion.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“So we believe a lot in him.”Of course, the main obstacle is steering clear of those injuries that ruined his first season.Ruben Amorim bizarrely SLAPS Man Utd stars in training as fans joke ‘I hope Luke Shaw doesn’t get injured’Indeed, injury problems throughout the squad that plagued Erik ten Hag’s second season as boss.Mount was confidently talking of putting that all behind him at the start of this campaign when his hamstring went in only the second league game at Brighton.Now he goes again but Amorim says it is not just about fitness but belief that will help take him back to the top.Amorim said: “I know he was suffering from injuries, he was not on the pitch, but now he’s trying to stay fit and we hope he can continue to be fit, to show all the talent that he’s shown, for example, in Chelsea.“He has to stay fit. And like all the guys in the team, they are quality players, they have to improve and believe in themselves.”He certainly saw that belief in Mount against Bodo on Thursday.It was his superb flick that helped to set up the winning goal as he found Bruno Fernandes to square for Rasmus Hojlund.’A PROPER FOOTBALLER’Amorim said: “He did a great job, and you see in some moments and details that Mason Mount is a proper footballer. So we believe a lot in him.”Having played in a 3-4-3 at Chelsea in the past Amorim believes the adjustment to the style he is trying to bring to Old Trafford will not be a problem for the midfielder.The Portuguese said: “He played in this system, so it’s perfect for him.”After an opening draw away to Ipswich, Thursday night was a confidence boosting victory for Amorim in his first game in charge of United at Old Trafford.He was blown away by the reception he got and is now aiming to take the momentum built from the comeback victory over the Norwegians into Sunday’s visit of Sean Dyche’s Everton.He said: “It’s going to be a different match with a lot of fighting, long balls, second balls. They have a quality coach that understands the league, that understands the moment of the opponent.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I hope for a win and I hope to see different things and to see my team improve.“I expect to see different things and better things.”Man Utd ratings vs Bodo/Glimt More

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      Why is Liverpool vs Man City kicking off at 4pm on Sunday?

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      MAN CITY face league leaders Liverpool this weekend having lost three Premier League games on the bounce.Pep Guardiola is enduring the toughest period of his career – losing five fixtures in a row for the first time – having recently signed a new contract.Manchester City’s nightmare continued in Europe this weekCredit: GettyTwo losses to Tottenham Hotspur, and losses to Bournemouth, Sporting Lisbon and Brighton have spoiled City’s Christmas run-in.Form is going from bad to worse for the Spaniard’s side, who threw away a 3-0 lead in the Champions League against Feyenoord to draw 3-3 with Arne Slot’s former team.Guardiola was then pictured with scratches across his head and face. Pep Guardiola’s scratched headIn the opposing dugout, Slot will be licking his lips at the chance to round off a dominant run of form for the Reds and extend their eight point lead at the top of the table.More Premier League newsLiverpool collected a 2-0 victory midweek, putting in a dominant performance against long-running European rivals Real Madrid.Alexis Mac Allister combined with Conor Bradley to work the ball into the Madrid penalty area before finishing neatly into the bottom left.Substitute Cody Gakpo headed home from a trademark Andy Robertson’s cross to seal the victory. The Reds will be hoping to finish a packed run of fixtures with a win over title rivals Man City.Most read in FootballConor Bradley egged on the Kop with a crunching challenge on Kylian MbappeCredit: GettyWhy is Liverpool vs Man City kicking off at an unusual time?This is not the first time the title clash has been given a unique kick-off time.In March, the 1-1 draw between the two kicked off at 3.45pm GMT. Back in November 2023, the fixture was moved from 5.30pm to 12.30pm GMT.On Sunday, the match is due to kick off at 4pm GMT – 30 minutes earlier than the regular 4.30pm schedule.Police concerns have caused the change which is put in place to try and avoid confrontations between fans.Clashes in 2022 led to the City team bus being damaged by fans when leaving Anfield.While Liverpool supporters were subjected to chants relating to the club’s tragedies. More

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      Derek Chisora meets former Anthony Joshua opponent at Man Utd clash after calling him out for last ever fight

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      HEAVYWEIGHT stars Derek Chisora and Francis Ngannou teased a potential bout after bumping into each other at Old Trafford on Thursday.The two boxers were in attendance for Manchester United’s Europa League clash with Bodo/Glimt.Derek Chisora and Francis Ngannou bumped into each other at Old TraffordCredit: Instagram / derekwarchisoraChisora teased a potential boutCredit: Instagram @derekwarchisoraChisora took to Instagram to share some photos of the evening before including Ngannou in a video. Panning to the MMA icon, he said: “Look who I bumped into people.”He then appeared to hint at a potential fight, adding: “Can’t say much. We can’t say much.”Chisora this week admitted that he wants to face Ngannou in his 50th and final fight in Africa next year.Read More in BoxingHe told talkSPORT: “Another push I’m trying to get through is a fight with Ngannou – in Africa.”I want to push that. If I can get Francis Ngannou in Africa for our own African people to see us perform, instead of us performing in European countries and Saudi, it will give just a little bit of a taste to our young and upcoming talent in Africa to see African warriors go at it.”Chisora and Ngannou posed for pictures together in the stands at Old Trafford before the Europa League match.They held up United shirts that were gifted to them by the club.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMan Utd went on to win 3-2 against Bodo/Glimt thanks to a brace from Rasmus Hojlund.Before his proposed fight with Ngannou, Chisora is set to face Otto Wallin in February.Derek Chisora unveils plan for shock career change once he’s retired from boxing but plans dream 50TH fight first He was originally expected to fight Jarrell Miller on the night, but talks collapsed following a contractual dispute. More

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      ‘I can tap into a lot of expertise,’ says Frank Lampard as new Coventry boss reveals dinner dates with other managers

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      FRANK LAMPARD’S hunger for knowledge saw him arrange regular dinner-dates with some of the best brains in football.And gave him plenty of food for thought ahead of his return to management.Frank Lampard has been hired as the new manager of CoventryCredit: GettyLampard picked the brains of top coaches like Pep Guardiola during his break from footballCredit: GettyLamps takes charge of Coventry City for the first time today when they host Cardiff City at the CBS Arena.And he revealed how he used his 18 month sabbatical from football to gorge himself on a feast of football expertise.He said: “I’m probably fortunate, after a long career as a player and my roots, I can tap into a lot of expertise and other people’s experiences.”During my time out I stayed very close to other managers that are working in the game.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”I’ve had dinners with Thomas Frank and Roy Hodgson, people I have a lot of respect for as managers and also Gareth Southgate before the Euros.”I was very lucky, I went up to work in a bit of a media capacity with Manchester City and Pep [Guardiola] invited me in and we had an hour-long chat.”I went to see Thomas Frank and the work he is doing at Brentford.”It’s always enlightening when someone sees the game differently from you, so I’ve done a lot of that sort of stuff.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”But, if I’m honest, the main thing I’ve done is watch a lot of games.”I’ve also gone over a lot of things I’ve done in my training and planning for what may come next.Fans spot Frank Lampard do his trademark face change as clip of his first day at Coventry training emerges”I’ve watched a lot of games where teams have tried to do something different and I tap into it.”I watch back games from the weekend, predominantly Premier League games and Championship games.”I’ve been watching matches from a wide angle and it kind of takes some of the excitement out of it with the noise off.”But for me tactically, it’s good to do.”Coventry fans looking for clues about how Lampard will set up the Sky Blues will be interested to discover the teams and coaches who have impressed their new boss most during his watching brief.And Lamps gave a hint that he might Cherries-pick some of the best bits from Bournemouth.He said: “I actually played with Andoni Iraola in New York and watched a lot of what Bournemouth are doing.Frank Lampard’s managerial recordHere’s a look at Lampard’s record as a manager…Derby County May 2018 – July 2019P57 W24 D17 L16 Win percentage 42.1%Chelsea July 2019 – January 2021P84 W44 D17 L23 Win percentage 52.4%Everton January 2022 – January 2023P44 W12 D17 L24 Win percentage 27.3%Chelsea (caretaker) April 2023 – May 2023P11 W1 D2 L8 Win percentage 9.1%Overall: P288 W132 D72 L16 Win Percentage 45.83%”Some of their off the ball work – and how aggressive they are off the ball, I loved that.”I also watched a lot of Ipswich last year and was obviously interested in what was happening there.”Credit to the manager and coaches for what they’ve done.”I went into areas where something interests me – Aston Villa, for example.”You can definitely look at what other people are doing but it’s important as a manager you have your own ideas.”I want to play exciting football. What coach would sit here and say the opposite of that?Lampard’s appointment is a kick in the teeth to Coventry faithful – fan’s viewBy Alex JohnsonIt was always going to be tough to fill the boots of a club legend like Mark Robins, a manager who provided many Sky Blues’ with their best-ever memories supporting the club, but the arrival of Frank Lampard has gone down like a lead balloon among the Cov faithful.In his Q&A appearance with fans after firing Robins, owner Doug King emphasised his intention to bring in a tactically minded head coach to get the best out of what is the most expensively assembled squad in Coventry City history.To end up with Lampard, whose former assistant Jody Morris received a lot of the credit for his success at Derby County, feels like a kick in the teeth. This isn’t someone who has won league titles or been praised for his brilliant style of football in the slightest.Coventry fans will get behind Lampard and give him a chance. But to suggest he is an upgrade on Mark Robins after one playoff finish and a 9.1% win percentage in his last job is laughable.”I’ve got belief in the squad. I want us to be exciting to watch in an attacking sense.”I also want us to be very difficult to play against without the ball and win the ball back as high as we can.”Hopefully the proof will be in the pudding.”Lampard is desperate to get off to a winning start against fellow strugglers Cardiff City today.But he warned: “This is the Championship so you have to have complete respect for your opponent.”Cardiff will be wounded after losing at home to QPR in midweek and we know they’ll be fighting.”We also know they have a manager (Omer Riza) who’s very keen to put his imprint on the team.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’ve been able to watch them a bit and they do some interesting things in terms of how they play.”So our only focus right now is on Cardiff and trying to give our lads confidence to produce consistency in our work.”Can you name the famous fathers? More

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      TikTok star HSTikkyTokky hunted by cops after dodging court for Misfits boxing fight in Qatar

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      TIKTOK star HSTikkyTokky is being hunted by cops after swerving court for a Misfits boxing match.The controversial influencer – real name Harrison Sullivan – was due to face magistrates after allegedly crashing his £220k McLaren but has fled the country.HSTikkyTokky is on the run after dodging courtCredit: InstagramPolice have issued a warrant for his arrestCredit: Surrey PoliceSurrey Police have issued an arrest warrant for Sullivan, 23, and confirmed he is on the run.A spokesperson said: “Sullivan has links to Essex but is believed to have left the country.”While we request the public’s help to locate him, we are making a direct appeal to Sullivan to return to the UK and cooperate with authorities.”It comes after the Misfits boxer was due to get in the ring with opponent Masai Warrior at a show in Qatar last night.But Sullivan pulled out of the fight after claiming he had injured himself while romping with partner Lillie May.He had earlier shared a video of them enjoying dinner together in Qatar.Sullivan was meant to appear at Guildford Magistrates’ Court charged with a string of driving offences – including failing to stop when his £200,000 McLaren was smashed in a horror crash.Pictures of the car showed the driver side’s door caved in as oil and petrol pour out and smoke fills the air.Most read in BoxingHe is also charged with using a phone while driving and driving without third party insurance.The warrant for his arrest was issued when he failed to show up for the hearing.Sullivan gained enormous popularity on TikTok thanks to his fitness videos and rows with other influencers.He has since become a Misfits boxer after making his debut against George Fenson in August.Anyone with information on his whereabouts can call Surrey Police on 101 quoting PR/45240033550.Sullivan was posting pictures with girlfriend Lillie May from QatarCredit: @hsdubaitokkyThe fitness influencer has been charged with a string of offencesCredit: Instagram/hstikkytokky More