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      Eddie Hearn “to look at” Matchroom’s partnership with Conor McGregor after UFC star’s shocking civil court case

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      EDDIE HEARN admits Matchroom Boxing will re-evaluate its relationship with Conor McGregor following the outcome of his civil court case.McGregor, 36, was last week found liable to have assaulted a woman – Nikita Hand – at a Dublin hotel in December 2018.Conor McGregor was last week found liable to have assaulted a woman at a Dublin hotel in December 2018The UFC star, who has been ordered to pay £206,000 in damages, has vowed to appeal the verdictEddie Hearn has revealed that Matchroom Boxing will reevaluate their partnership with the MMA superstarCredit: Richard Pelham / The SunThe UFC superstar was accused of “raping and battering” Ms Hand at the Beacon Hotel during a cocaine and alcohol-fuelled bender – an accusation he’s vehemently denied.Several brands – including Proper No. 12 Whiskey – have distanced themselves from the MMA mogul in light of the verdict.And Hearn has hinted that Matchroom – who struck a partnership with the Irishman’s Forged Irish Stout last May – could soon follow suit.The 45-year-old told Pro Boxing fans: “We gotta digest all the information which is coming out thick and fast.READ MORE ON MCGREGOR”And we have a responsibility to look at all our partnerships.”And we’ll do that in the immediate future and decide as a business what we’re gonna do.”McGregor was ordered to pay Ms Hand £206,000 (€250,000) in damages as a result of last week’s ruling, which came after just over six hours of deliberation from the jury.But he’s vowed to appeal the verdict, writing on X: “I will be appealing today’s decision.Most read in BoxingDoes Conor McGregor have any chance of continuing UFC career?FORMER UFC champion Conor McGregor was found to have assaulted a woman who accused him of raping her in a Dublin hotel, a civil court jury found on Friday.The 36-year-old was accused of “brutally raping and battering” Nikita Hand in December 2018.He will now have to pay Ms Hand 248,603.60 euros in damages.Despite losing his case, McGregor has vowed to appeal.The Irishman’s future in MMA and UFC is now in doubt. He hasn’t been in the octagon since July 2021 when he broke his leg and was stopped against Dustin Poirier.Here’s what SunSport’s chief MMA reporter Chisanga Malata had to say about the situation…”The ruling, which came in a civil court, not a criminal court, has given the UFC arguably its biggest-ever headache in its 31-year run. MMA chiefs will now have to make a major decision over their poster boy.”Personally, I think he fights again. There is a precedent for it. Just look at the man who fought Jake Paul last week. “Of course, I’m talking about former undisputed heavyweight champion Mike Tyson, who was sent to jail in the 1990s for rape. He came out and he had a successful career after that, making millions upon millions of pounds before retiring in 2005.”Sadly, there is a precedent for it. But the UFC now has a massive decision to make. As I said, I think he fights again. I think they stick to the plan that was announced last week at the UFC 309 post-fight press conference and they have him fight late 2025.”Perhaps they said late 2025 in anticipation of this ruling not going McGregor’s way and giving some time for this to blow over – even though something of this magnitude can never, ever blow over.”I believe McGregor will fight again barring a sensational decision from Dana White and all the investors and they axe their poster boy. But I just don’t see that happening and I do see him returning to the octagon late next year.”Questions will have to be asked of the UFC and rightly so. But more so of the man himself, Mr McGregor.””The judge’s instruction and the modest award given was for assault, not for aggravated or exemplary damages.”I am disappointed that the jury did not hear all the evidence that the DPP reviewed.Connor McGregor seen outside court after receiving guilty verdict”I am with my family now, focused on my future. “Thank you to all my support worldwide.”A few days later, ‘The Notorious’ added: “People want to hear from me, I needed time. I know I made mistakes.”I should never have stepped out on the woman I love the most in the world. That’s all on me.”I have instructed my legal team to appeal the decision.”I can’t go back and I will move forward. I am beyond grateful to my family, friends and supporters all over the world who have stayed by my side.READ MORE SUN STORIES”That’s it. No more. Getting back to the gym – the fight game awaits!”McGregor hasn’t fought since breaking his left leg in his trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier nearly three-and-a-half years ago. More

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      Leeds break silence after shamed ref David Coote probed for booking their player after speaking about it BEFORE game

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      LEEDS have broken their silence after shamed referee David Coote was investigated for booking one of their players.The referee is at the centre of an FA betting probe after it emerged he discussed giving a yellow card before a match.David Coote is at the centre of a betting probe from the FACredit: GettyCoote booked Ezgjan Alioski during Leeds’ clash against West BromCredit: YouTubeThe conversation occurred as Leeds took on West Brom in the Championship in October 2019.During the game, he booked Leeds ace Ezgjan Alioski for a foul on Darnell Furlong, which experts have suggested was justified.The 42-year-old messaged pals after the game saying: “I hope you backed as discussed.”It is understood that Coote accepts a discussion took place, but claims it was only “banter” and nothing improper took place.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe FA said it was investigating the “very serious allegations as a matter of urgency”.Leeds have now broken their silence on the matter with the release of a statement.It read: “Leeds United are aware of allegations regarding the conduct of a match official, involving our Championship fixture v WBA in Oct 2019.”We respect & have full confidence in the FA, EFL & PGMOL regulations & processes.Most read in Football”We will be making no further comment at this time.”Coote has denied any wrongdoing.Moment scandal-hit Prem ref David Coote snorts white powder in shocking video during Euro 2024Coote was filmed having an X-rated rant about Jurgen KloppCredit: XHe was caught snorting a white powder at the EurosNo referees have EVER been tested for drugs as David Coote faces end of Premier League careerEXCLUSIVE by Martin LiptonNO referees or match officials have ever been tested for drugs – as David Coote’s apparent “cocaine shame” is set to end his career.While all players and other athletes in British sport are subject to drug testing rules, including post-match and out of competition action, the regulations do not apply to match officials.That is the case globally across not just football and throughout the world rather than only in the UK.All sports follow the World Anti-Doping Authority code, aimed at preventing athletes gaining an advantage by using performance-enhancing substances.The Wada banned list also includes recreational drugs.But the Wada provisions, also followed by UK Anti Doping, which conducts tests across British sport, makes no reference to match officials.UKAD explains: “Any UK athlete subject to the anti-doping rules of their sport and non-UK athlete staying, training, residing, entering a competition,”Or named as a member of a team participating in a competition at any level within the UK is eligible for testing as part of UKAD’s national anti-doping programme.“Any athlete eligible for testing can be tested anytime, anywhere.”But the regulations do not apply to match officials – because of the “performance enhancing” provision of the world code.The PGMOL have revealed they are aware of the video of him sniffing a white powder.They told The Sun: “We aware of the allegations and are taking them very seriously. David Coote remains suspended pending a full investigation.”David’s welfare continues to be of utmost importance to us and we are committed to providing him with the ongoing necessary support he needs through this period.”We are not in a position to comment further at this stage.”There has also been no suggestion that he made any financial gains.Coote maintained his innocence on the matter in a statement and claimed he has always held the “integrity of the game in the highest regard”.A statement read: “Whatever issues I may have had in my personal life they have never affected my decision-making on the field.“I have always held the integrity of the game in the highest regard, refereeing matches impartially and to the best of my ability.”Coote was suspended earlier this month for his foul-mouthed rant about former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp.He was also filmed snorting a white powder during the Euros this summer.SunSport have exclusively reported that the referee is expected to QUIT from his role before he is sacked.Shocking David Coote video in fullFirst videoFirst man: “What did you think of the Liverpool game earlier when you were fourth official?”Second man (allegedly Coote): “Erm Liverpool were s***.”First man: “What did you think of Jurgen Klopp?”Second man (allegedly Coote): “C***, absolute c***.”First man: “Why would you say that Jurgen Klopp is a c***?”Second man (allegedly Coote): “Erm, aside from having a right pop at me when I reffed them against Burnley in lockdown.”Then, he accused me of lying and then just had a right f***ing pop at me – and I’ve got no interest in speaking to somebody whose f***ing arrogant.”So I do my best not to speak to him. [James] Milner is alright, I get on with Milner.”First man: “James Milner, he gets on with James Milner.”Second man (allegedly Coote): “You can see me there with mask on.”First man: “Mask on, obviously.”Second man (allegedly Coote): “Yea Covid, got to be done. Social distancing right? We’re two meters apart.”First man: “We have to social distance.”Second man (allegedly Coote): “Yep, so but [exhales] my God. German c***, f*** me.”First man: “Long story short, Jurgen Klopp’s a c***, Liverpool are all f***ing b******s, we hate Scousers.”Second videoSecond man (allegedly Coote): “Right just to be clear, that f***ing last video cant go anywhere, seriously.”First man: He’s a Premier League referee, let’s not f***ing ruin his career.”Like let’s face we’re good blokes but we can’t ruin a bloke’s career. We’re not that bad. Also he’s a f***ing legend.”Second man (allegedly Coote): “So, yeah.”First man: “So lets not ruin his career.” More

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      Mauro Icardi ‘dating lawyer hired to oversee Wanda Nara divorce’ after relationship with model Wag abruptly ended

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      MAURO ICARDI is reportedly dating the lawyer he has hired to oversee his divorce from Wanda Nara.Galatasaray star Icardi, 31, and Wanda, 37, split ways in July after a 10-year relationship.Mauro Icardi is reportedly dating his divorce lawyerIcardi is splitting from estranged wife Wanda NaraCredit: Instagram @mauroicardiAngela Burgos runs her own firm in ColombiaCredit: UNKNOWNWanda and Icardi had been together for a decadeCredit: Instagram / @wanda_naraThe pair have two daughters together — Francesca, 8, and Isabella, 7.But they have now gone their separate ways after a rocky period in their marriage.Icardi and Wanda are now in the middle of divorce proceedings.And Italian outlet Corriere della Sera, via the Daily Mail, claims Argentina striker Icardi is now dating the lawyer who is overseeing his split from Wanda.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAngela Burgos runs her own firm in Colombia and is also the host of a legal TV show called Inocentes & Culpables.She is quoted as saying: “Icardi is an attractive man, very cultured, a gentleman.“But at the moment I’m thinking of something else. When I work I focus on who my clients are, I don’t look the other way.“I always work with men, I’m a single woman, I don’t have anyone in mind at the moment.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSIcardi’s new love interest signals the end of his time with Nara.She famously acted as his agent for his ill-fated £50million move from Inter Milan to Paris Saint-Germain in 2019.Mauro Icardi’s ex Wanda Nara breaks down in tears on live TV Wanda announced her split with Icardi in JulyCredit: Instagram @wandanaraThe pair share two children togetherCredit: Instagram @wanda_naraWanda told fans about their split in a lengthy postCredit: INSTAGRAM @wanda_naraNara acted as Icardi’s agent for his big move to PSGCredit: SplashBut after reconciling following a temporary split, Wanda announced over the summer that they had finally split up for good.She declared: “For personal and health reasons, I tried once more, but it didn’t work. Let everyone talk. I’ve saved my silence for the last.”I know how hard endings are and what they cost. There are things on TV and the internet that aren’t true, but I accept it as part of the bad and who I am.”I decided to end it, but Mauro and I will still be a family. It wasn’t a mistake to try more when there was love. “I regret nothing; these years were the best of my life, but now I must be alone.”There is no villain or third party; our relationship was always stronger than it seemed from the outside. “My priority has always been my children, and now more than ever. Thank you for your respect.” More

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      Loris Karius considering retiring after Liverpool Champions League final clanger he still hasn’t recovered from

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      LORIS KARIUS has revealed he has found it difficult to recover from his Champions League final clangers and is considering retirement.The former Liverpool goalkeeper was inconsolable after making a pair of high-profile errors in the 2018 Champions League final against Real Madrid in Kyiv at the NSC Olimpiyskiy Stadium.Loris Karius has revealed he struggled to get over his concussion-induced errors in the Champions League finalCredit: Getty – ContributorKarius made two high-profile errors that cost Liverpool in the Champions League final against Real MadridCredit: AFP or licensorsScans at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston following the game concluded that he had suffered a concussion following an off-ball clash with Sergio Ramos.However, Karius was subject to months of horrific messages and death threats.And the German, now 31, has revealed how he has felt he was unable to gain any new managers trust in training no matter how much work he did.Speaking to SPORTBible, he said: “It has been difficult to shake off. Even at other clubs when I was trying to gain a manager’s trust or get game time when I felt like, in my opinion, I deserved it…READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”There have definitely been moments where I’ve thought that was my disadvantage.”It might not even be the manager’s fault but if you know you have a player that is going to draw so much attention then it’s going to add pressure. “They’ve probably thought, ‘I’ll take the easy and safe way rather than go the other route.’”You can understand in some ways but it’s frustrating when there isn’t much else you can do to change their mind.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSKarius was the clubs first-choice goalkeeper at the time of the final, with Jurgen Klopp publicly backing him by handing him the No.1 shirt ahead of the game.Klopp’s faith meant the world to him, but Karius says that after the errors he needed to try and make a fresh start away from the scrutiny.Newcastle star Loris Karius cheekily splashes stunning Wag Diletta Leotta’s as she sizzles in tiny bikini on holiday He said: “My confidence was knocked in the days after and in pre-season, for sure. Everything I did was getting looked at. It was so extreme. It all got a bit too much.”I was trying not to pay any interest but you couldn’t get away from it all. You still notice. People are telling you. I was getting confronted all the time. “And that’s why I wanted a fresh start rather than staying at Liverpool, where I could have been behind Alisson, and still getting game time.”Maybe in the end that would have been the better step but it’s difficult to say at that stage.”Karius was sent on loan to Besiktas in Turkey in the following two seasons, making 67 appearances.He describes his time there as “turbulent” with “a lot of chaos”, which was partly down to having to sue his own club due to “not getting paid for five or six months”.However, in the 2020/21 season Karius went on loan to Bundesliga side Union Berlin but played just five games.He added: “I thought it would be different. I thought I could go to Turkey, reset and have a fresh start. Karius career statsMainz (2011-2016): 96 appearancesLiverpool (2016-2022): 49 appearancesBesiktas (loan 2018-2020): 67 appearancesUnion Berlin (loan 2020/21): 5 appearancesNewcastle (2022-2024): 2 appearancesGermany: Represented nation across youth levels from Under-16 to Under-21.”But it got even more turbulent. I was in a country I’d never been to before. I didn’t speak the language and I was on my own most of the time.”I wasn’t in a good mental space. There was no one to talk to; not even the coaches because they could only speak Turkish. “There was no one there to help. I was just really relieved when I was able to leave. That was probably the most difficult time of my career.”From there, it went downhill, step by step. Once you’re without game time for a year or two, it’s not going to get easier to get back in goal at the highest level.”Karius then did not play in the 2021/22 season, with his Reds contract eventually expiring in 2022 before Newcastle picked him up on free agency, whom he stayed with for two years as a back-up goalkeeper.He ended up starring for them twice, including in the 2023 Carabao Cup final against Manchester United when Nick Pope was suspended and Martin Dubravka cup tied.After making his second appearance in a 4-1 defeat to Arsenal last season – a season when he “expected, or hoped, to play games” – Karius is now without a club.Despite the challenges he has faced, years later, Karius has been able to reflect and has found positives from the darkest moment of his career.Karius went on loan to Besiktas for two years from LiverpoolCredit: ReutersHe joined Newcastle in 2022 after becoming a free agentCredit: GettyHe made his first appearance for the club in the 2023 Carabao Cup final but was powerless to stop Man Utd from winningCredit: Richard Pelham / The SunHe said: “It was a game. I made some mistakes. I was probably injured when doing so. “What am I going to learn from this? To not make the same mistake next time? Or signal when I received the hit? It’s not easy.”But the experience made me stronger as a person. It’s part of my story. It’s part of my history. At the end of the day, I was a Liverpool player. I reached the Champions League final. “It didn’t play out how I wanted but less than one percent of professional footballers play in a Champions League final. We did great things. You can’t deny that.”His time as a free agent has allowed Karius to pursue his passion for music, walk the runway for Hugo Boss at Milan Fashion Week in September and spend time watching his daughter grow.Karius got married to Italian TV presenter Diletta Leotta in June this year after meeting in 2022. Leotta gave birth to the couples first child on August 16 2023, a baby girl named Aria.On his future, Karius revealed he had offers from Saudi Arabia and Italian teams Roma, Monza and Torino, but wanted to have a shot at playing and not move far away from his family.Karius married Italian TV presenter Diletta Leotta in 2024The couple welcomed baby girl Aria in August 2023Credit: INSTAGRAM / dilettaleottaHe said: “I was hoping to get a good opportunity in the summer, where I could have a shot at playing again.”I could still get that somewhere else, but I still have expectations of which level I want to play. I have to be honest with myself and not go somewhere I may not feel comfortable.”I chose not to go to Saudi Arabia, for example. To be that far away from my family would have been difficult. “I’ve spoken to teams but in the end, it didn’t work out. There were advanced talks with a team in Italy but that didn’t happen, which was sad at the time.”It hasn’t been easy but I can honestly say that I’ve been working as hard as I can over the past few years. I’ve been putting a lot of work in behind the scenes. “I’ve been a top team player but when it comes to two or three years where you’ve barely played, it gets really frustrating. You’re thinking, ‘What else can I actually do?’ I still feel like I have a lot of quality…”If you’ve been out for as long as I have then you obviously have to consider retirement.”I haven’t made a decision yet because there’s no need to. I’m still fit. I still have all the potential and the ability.READ MORE SUN STORIES”But if a door doesn’t open then I have to be honest and say to myself, ‘Listen. I’ve got many other things that I can pursue that excite me; that I enjoy and put effort into.’ “I don’t think it would hit me that hard because I’ve already been going through this process over the last few years.” More

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      Derek Chisora to fight rival who left Tyson Fury a bloody mess after Jarrell Miller clash called off at last-minute

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      DEREK CHISORA is set to face Otto Wallin after his fight with Jarrell Miller was called off at the last minute.The Brit has won his last two bouts, most recently defeating Joe Joyce in July.Derek Chisora’s clash with Jarrell Miller is offCredit: PAChisora has not fought since beating Joe Joyce in JulyCredit: PAOtto Wallin will face Chisora insteadCredit: ReutersHe shows no sign of slowing down despite the fact he will turn 41 next month, with his next opponent a tricky customer too.Wallin, 34, has won seven of his last eight fights with his only defeat coming against Anthony Joshua.His last fight came just a day before Chisora’s clash with Joyce, and he has now answered the call to face Del Boy.Chisora and Miller were set to headline a February 8 event in Manchester hosted by Frank Warren.READ MORE IN BOXINGBut a contractual dispute has led Miller to withdraw from the contest before anything was signed.Wallin will instead contest the fight with Chisora to become the third British opponent for the 27-2 boxer.His first was Tyson Fury in 2019, with Wallin coming close to landing the first defeat of the Gypsy King’s career.Wallin produced a cut above Fury’s right eye, leaving him bloodied and hanging on.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe tie went to the final bell with Fury ultimately winning via unanimous decision.Wallin’s only two defeats come against Brits – a record he will be determined not to continue when he faces Chisora next year.Tyson Fury vs Otto Wallin – Round By Round More

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      Guardiola has red scratches on his head after Feyenoord draw as fans ask ‘what’s happened in dressing room?’

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      PEP GUARDIOLA looked like he’d done a few rounds with a prime Mike Tyson after Manchester City’s collapse against Feyenoord.Baffled fans expressed their concerns after noticing a number of red scratches and cuts on the beleaguered manager’s head. Pep Guardiola had several scratches on his head and a cut on the bridge of his nose after Manchester City’s Champions League clash with FeyenoordCredit: AMAZON PRIMEFootie fans were left wondering what the cause of Guardiola’s injuries wereCredit: AMAZON PRIMEGuardiola’s troops blew a three-goal lead against FeyenoordCredit: GettyCity’s winless run continued in their Champions League clash with the Dutch club on Tuesday night as they blew a three-goal lead in the final 15 MINUTES of normal time.The Premier League champions were on course for a 3-0 win until the visitors mounted the unlikiest of comebacks to earn a point.Guardiola cut a frustrated figure on the touchline after City’s capitulation extended their winless run to an astonishing SIX games.But bizarrely, he looked like he’d done a few rounds in the boxing ring as he had bruising around the left side of his face and a cut on the bridge of his nose as he conducted his post-match interviews.READ MORE ON MAN CITYFootage of Guardiola’s bruised post-match face went viral and sparked a slew of questions from footie fans.One wrote on X: “Are they fighting?”Another said: They need a reshuffle as well.”And another said: “Pep Guardiola genuinely looks like he wants to cry.”Most read in FootballOne remarked: “What’s been going on in that Man City dressing room!?”FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSPep Guardiola revealed that his injuries were the result of him excessively scratching his faceCredit: SKY SPORTSGuardiola was quizzed about how he got the cut on his nose and responded by saying: “My finger, here [makes a scratching motion]. My nail.The Spaniard then joked that City’s woeful form over the last few weeks has driven him to self-harm, saying: “I want to harm myself.”Guardiola left scratching his head as City blow 3-0 lead against FeyenoordGuardiola has since issued an apology for the joke, saying he did not intend to make light of self-harming with his words.The City boss said: “I was caught off guard with a question at the end of a press conference last night about a scratch which had appeared on my face and explained that a sharp fingernail had accidentally caused this.”My answer was in no way intended to make light of the very serious issue of self harm.”City look like a shell of the team that won a record fourth-straight Premier League title last season.Guardiola said of his troops’ downturn: “We lost a lot of games lately, we are fragile and of course, we need a victory.””The game was good for the confidence, we were playing at a good level and then for the first time something happened, we have problems.”Everybody knows the situation, we don’t have to adapt anything.”Tomorrow [Wednesday] we have to train, recovery then prepare [for] the next game.”We have two or three days to prepare for that and go for it. We will learn for the future.”It has been a really difficult season for us for many circumstances.”And today, unfortunately, the game was well done, we punished them in the right moments.”The team was so committed to so many things.”But unfortunately, something happened and we were not strong enough.READ MORE SUN STORIES”We have to avoid these mistakes.”City will look to stop the rot in a crunch title clash with Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday afternoon. More

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      Liverpool and Real Madrid ‘to hold Trent Alexander-Arnold talks’ TODAY… hours before huge Champions League clash

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      LIVERPOOL and Real Madrid execs are reportedly set to hold talks over the transfer of Trent Alexander-Arnold today.Alexander-Arnold has been linked with a switch to the Spanish capital with his current deal at Liverpool set to expire this summer.Real Madrid are keen to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold from LiverpoolCredit: AlamyReal Madrid have arrived in Liverpool ahead of tonight’s Champions League league phase match between the two European giants.And according to Spanish outlet Marca, execs from both clubs have agreed to meet for lunch just over six hours before kick off.It’s suggested that the meeting in question will cover the possibility of Real Madrid signing long-term target Alexander-Arnold.The England right-back is hugely admired by Los Blancos and is widely reported to be the number one target for Carlo Ancelotti’s side.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut he is loved on Merseyside as an academy graduate who has helped the team with the Premier League, Champions league, FA Cup and League Cup since bursting into the first team.Marca claim that the relationship between Liverpool and Real Madrid is strong and that the Reds have already made contact with Real about their interest in Alexander-Arnold.No contract extension has been agreed between the ball-playing full-back and Liverpool, meaning an exit on a free transfer in the summer is still a very real possibility.And it’s reported that Real Madrid are hoping that Liverpool will be open to selling Alexander-Arnold in January in order to make some money from their star man.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAlexander-Arnold isn’t the only Liverpool superstar hurtling towards the end of his current terms with the club.Both Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah are heading into the final six months of their contracts with both players’ deals set to expire this summer.Jamie Carragher slams Mo Salah over ‘selfish’ interview after Liverpool star reveals he’s ‘more out than in’And Salah has even admitted he is “more out than in” with no contract offer on the table from Liverpool yet.He said: “Well, we are almost in December and I haven’t received any offers yet to stay in the club. I’m probably more out than in.”I’m not going to retire soon so I’m just playing, focusing on the season and I’m trying to win the Premier League and hopefully the Champions League as well.”I’m disappointed but we will see.”Liverpool face Real Madrid at Anfield tonight in a replay of the 2018 Champions League final.Arne Slot’s side will be hoping to keep their electric form going ahead of a tricky test against Pep Guardiola’s stumbling Man City on Sunday. More

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      Wayne Rooney launches furious attack on Plymouth flops after one of worst defeats of Man Utd legend’s whole career

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      WAYNE ROONEY has launched a furious attack on his Plymouth side after they were smashed by Norwich City.The Pilgrims lost 6-1 to the Canaries in the Championship clash at Carrow Road.Wayne Rooney slammed his Plymouth side after losing to Norwich CityCredit: RexBorja Sainz netted a hat-trick for the home sideCredit: AlamyRooney claimed the youth side would have been better defensivelyCredit: AlamyRooney, 39, was without star players such as captain Joe Edwards, goalkeeper Connor Hazard and forwards Ibrahim Cissoko, Morgan Whittaker and Muhamed Tijani.The defeat has gone down as one of the worst in Rooney’s entire football career as a player and manager.It matched the 6-1 thumping he suffered as a player at Manchester United to cross-city rivals Manchester City in 2011.It is only beaten by the 6-0 defeat he suffered as DC United manager against Philadelphia Union in 2022.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAfter the horror result, Rooney laid into his first team and claimed that Plymouth’s Under 18s would have performed better.He blasted: “We were nowhere near good enough – we are down to the bare bones with injuries but that is no excuse.”But if players want to come in the team and stay in the team, then they need to perform better than that.”I could probably put the under-18 team out there and they wouldn’t concede six goals.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”So I’m very disappointed, angry, frustrated and the next 24-48 hours are not going to be very nice for the players, but we need to get to the bottom of why this is happening.”Rooney and Plymouth have now failed to win any of their nine away games this season.Wayne on Unpacked last night – Chloe please supply timecode on ITVX – talking about the poemsRooney’s DC United were beaten 6-0 by Philadelphia Union in 2022 – his worst-ever lossCredit: GettyThe Plymouth result matched the 6-1 drubbing Rooney suffered to Man City in 2011Credit: PA:Press AssociationThe thrashing is his worst on record since taking over at Home Park in the summer.Plymouth are now just two points above the relegation zone but have played more games than three clubs below them.And Rooney know his side must start picking up points on the road.He added: “Getting that win and better results away from home – we know it’s difficult in this league for teams to win away from home – but we have to be a lot better than we were tonight.”I feel for the fans who came here because I know the distance they’ve travelled to get behind the players and I know for any fan when you see your team put in that performance and get that result you’re not going to be pleased about it.”I’m dealing with it, I’m trying to get to the bottom of why every now and again we’re having these results and hopefully I can do that sooner rather than later.”Against Norwich, Plymouth got off to the worst possible start as Borja Sainz netted his first after just two minutes.He then doubled up 15 minutes later before Plymouth cut the deficit in half to 2-1 through Mustapha Bundu.However, the second half was all one-way traffic from the hosts.Shane Duffy restored the two-goal margin and then Sainz completed his hat-trick to make it 4-1 in the 72nd minute.Anis Ben Slimane and Ante Crnac both scored in the final ten minutes to put some shine on the result for Norwich.The Canaries are now 9th in the Championship, thanks to their first win in eight games.READ MORE SUN STORIESMeanwhile Rooney is looking to the loan market to bolster his striker force in January.SunSport has exclusively reported that the former Man United star is keen on bringing in Liverpool prospect Jayden Danns Who are these famous footballers? More