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      Logan Paul teases imminent Conor McGregor fight announcement as £400m purse bombshell is dropped

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      LOGAN PAUL has appeared to tease an imminent Conor McGregor fight announcement.Exploratory talks over a shock Indian exhibition boxing match between the YouTube sensation and UFC superstar got underway earlier this month.Logan Paul could be on course to face UFC icon Conor McGregor next yearCredit: GETTYThe Notorious recently suggested the crossover clash is a done dealCredit: GETTYPaul teased an imminent fight announcement just hours after McGregor stoked the fireCredit: INSTAGRAM@LOGANPAULMcGregor, 36, sensationally hinted late last week that a deal for the pair to throw down has been finalised. And Paul has added more fuel to the already raging fire on his Instagram story.Just hours after it was claimed he’ll face The Notorious in a Mumbai melee, Paul uploaded footage of himself hitting a heavy bag.The video followed Paul’s liking of an Instagram post stating the fight was nearly a done deal.READ MORE ON MCGREGOR VS PAULScores of boxing and MMA fans were quick to comment on the training clip, with one saying: “Conor KO’s Logan so it sets up him vs Jake.”Another said: “Yeah, he’s cooked.”And another said: “Worst boxer ever.”One remarked: “I think we know the outcome of this fight already.”Most read in BoxingAnother chimed in: “Way too big for McGregor.”It’s been claimed Paul and McGregor will each pocket a staggering £200MILLION for their South Asian showdown.Conor McGregor Trains Amid Logan Paul Boxing Match RumoursMumbai’s Wankhede Stadium is said to be the venue for the crossover clash, which is the brainchild of billionaire Anant Ambani.The fight will reportedly be held in conjunction with the nation’s ‘Visit India’ tourism campaign.It was recently revealed that neither the UFC nor the WWE – who McGregor and Paul have respective contracts with – have been contacted about the bout.But the fight would be simple to make if the promotions were keen to cash in as they’re both under the TKO Group banner.Paul hasn’t set foot inside the ring since his Misfits Boxing win over Dillon Danis last October, which came via disqualification.McGregor, meanwhile, hasn’t competed since breaking his left leg in his trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier in July 2021.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Irishman’s next fight will be his first since being found civilly liable for assaulting Nikita Hand at a Dublin Hotel in December 2018.The Dubliner – who was accused of “raping and battering” Ms Hand – has vowed to appeal the verdict of last month’s civil trial at Dublin’s High Court.Logan Paul last fought in a October 2023 grudge match with Dillon DanisCredit: ALAMYConor McGregor hasn’t competed since breaking his left leg in July 2021Credit: AP More

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      Ipswich warn fans over travel delay for Chelsea clash as army investigate ‘unexploded shell’

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      IPSWICH TOWN have issued a warning to travelling fans as the army investigate an “unexploded shell” in Suffolk.The Tractor Boys told their fans to allow extra time for their journey to Portman Road ahead of the club’s clash with Chelsea this evening.Ipswich Town have warned fans of travel issues after an ‘unexploded shell’ was found nearbyCredit: GettyIpswich posted on X to tell their fans that their journey to the stadium could take longer than expected.A statement posted on the Suffolk Police X account read: “A 100m cordon is being put in place at Bourne Bridge, Ipswich, awaiting an army team to examine a possible unexploded shell.”People should allow extra time for their journeys as road closures are likely to affect the A137/B1456 and A137/Hawes Street roundabouts.”At present it is unclear if the issue could cause any delays to tonight’s Premier League clash.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIpswich vs Chelsea is scheduled to kick off at 7:45pm.MORE TO FOLLOW…THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY..The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSunFootball and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball. More

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      Ex-Arsenal and Chelsea star Willian ‘rips up Olympiacos contract’ and plots money-spinning free transfer

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      FORMER Arsenal and Chelsea star Willian has reportedly terminated his contract with Olympiacos.The winger signed for the Greek side on a one-year deal in the summer after leaving Fulham.Willian has terminated his contract with OlympiacosCredit: GettyBut he struggled to make an impact and made played just 11 times for Olympiacos, producing zero goals and one assist.According to journalist Andre Hernan Willian has now torn up his deal.He reports the Brazilian plans to remain in Europe, but there is also speculation Willian could move to MLS.The 36-year-old is understood to be on holiday in Miami, sparking talk he could be ready to join David Beckham’s Inter Miami.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWillian was previously linked with a move back to Brazil after leaving Fulham – and that is a potential option again.He played for Corinthians for a year in between leaving Arsenal and signing for Fulham.But he could be open to a different challenge after revealing he had offers from MLS, Saudi Arabia and Qatar in the summer.He also spoke of his desire to continue playing until he is 40-years-old.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe said: “I am feeling great physically and in two seasons at Fulham, I didn’t have any problems at all, so I feel completely great.“I am working in the gym to be in good shape but, of course, it is different from training every day and being ready inside a club. But I am doing all I can to be in good shape for my next club.Ruben Amorim responds to Marcus Rashford’s Man Utd transfer bombshell about wanting ‘new challenge’ “I think my level physically and mentally is great. I think I can play for three or four years more – maybe until I am 40 years old! I feel motivated and at a high level.” More

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      Kyle Walker ‘assessing transfer options’ and could leave in January transfer alongside forgotten Man City team-mate

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      KYLE WALKER is reportedly assessing his options with his time at Manchester City appearing to be nearing an end.Walker, 34, has managed just nine Premier League starts for City this term despite being the club captain.Kyle Walker is reportedly considering his options for the futureCredit: GettyWalker has struggled to reach his usual level this seasonAnd the experienced England international could be ready to call time on his seven-and-a-half-year stint with the Champions.According to the Mail Online, Walker is “assessing his options moving forward”.The veteran right-back still has a year and a half remaining on his current terms at the Etihad, after signing an extension last year.But reduced game time, poor form and a need for changes at City could mean his spell with the Cityzens is set to come to an end.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSunSport exclusively revealed that Nottingham Forest ace Ola Aina is on Man City’s wish list as a potential replacement for Walker going forward.Walker might not be the only star to say goodbye to Pep Guardiola’s superteam either.The Mail claim that forgotten man Mathues Nunes is also considering his future with the club, having made just 13 Premier League starts across two seasons since his £53m move from Wolves last year.Another big name that has been linked with an exit is Jack Grealish.Most read in FootballMatheus Nunes is also said to be considering a Man City exitCredit: GettyNunes has played little football since joining Man City last seasonBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe £100m winger has failed to live up the billing since his mega-money switch from Aston Villa and has now gone the entirety of 2024 without scoring for City.It’s reported that both Tottenham and Newcastle are keeping a keen eye on the England star.Kyle Walker eats same meal that most fans would find odd before every match after changing pre-match routine However, Sun Sport understands any Newcastle move for Grealish is doubtful, unless they could get a cheap six month loan deal – which City would unlikely sanction to a top four rival.While Pep Guardiola is on record as saying he doesn’t expect anybody to leave his already paper-thin squad in January.Jack Grealish has been linked with an exit from the Etihad outfitCredit: GettyGrealish has failed to live up to his £100m price tag so far More

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      Lauryn Goodman seen for first time since Kyle Walker did NOT give their two kids Xmas presents – despite £27m fortune

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      LAURYN Goodman put on a brave face as she was seen for the first time since Kyle Walker failed to send their two kids Christmas presents.Despite his £27million fortune, the Manchester City footballer snubbed son Kairo and daughter Kinara for a second year.Lauryn Goodman carries daughter Kinara as she holds hands with son Kairo on a walkCredit: SplashKyle Walker snubbed the two children he fathered with LaurynCredit: GettyThe family pushed on after Kyle failed to get them Christmas presentsCredit: SplashLauryn managed a smile despite a difficult ChristmasCredit: SplashThe Sun told how the father of six promised friends he’d do the “right thing” by his estranged kids, but left Lauryn disappointed once again.It comes six months after their courtroom showdown over Lauryn’s ‘childcare’ demands – where she was accused of using the England footie ace as an “open-ended cheque book”.Over Christmas, doting mum had been “feeling the humbug spirit”, sources said – but she was today spotted smiling out on a stroll, holding hands with Kairo and carrying Kinara with the other.Wearing just a cardigan and jeans on a mild December day, Lauryn managed a smile as she pushed on to put her troubles behind her.READ MORE ON KYLE WALKERShe played with her animated one-year-old Kinara in one picture and in another sweetly pulled up Kairo’s jacket as it slipped off his shoulder.One insider said previously about the father of her children: “All of their mutual friends have talked to Kyle.“They feel really upset for the children and for Lauryn who is always trying to do right by their kids.“They were hoping Kyle would put aside his differences for the sake of the childrenMost read in Football“But to leave them with nothing to open for another year is just really sad.”Lauryn became pregnant while Kyle was on a break from his wife Annie in 2019 and Kairo was born the following year.He and Annie – who he shares four children with – rebuilt their relationship and got married in 2021.Kyle Walker will spend Christmas Day back with estranged wife Annie Kilner after they agreed to put the turmoil of their divorce to one side for the sake of their kidsLauryn and Kyle briefly rekindled their relationship before Kinara was conceived.Lauryn broke the news of her second child with Kyle on December 27 in a text to then-pregnant Annie — leading to a huge public feud.Kyle later admitted he’d lied to both women and moved out of the family home in Cheshire.Annie filed for divorce this October and is preparing to seek half his fortune.Full list of Lauryn Goodman’s outrageous ‘childcare’ demands to Kyle Walker in court battleINSTAGRAM influencer Lauryn Goodman was blasted for using England footie ace Kyle Walker as an “open-ended cheque bookHer full shopping list of ‘childcare’ demands she wanted her ex to pay for can be revealed – including £30,000 for aircon and a gardener budget.£30,000 Air conditioning£31,200 Astroturf pitch£20,000 Furnishing fund£70,000 Car allowance every three years£14,750 per month/£150,000 a year in child maintenance for both children£3,900 per month childcare costs for Kinara of 30 hours per week at £30 an hour£30,000 Car for the nanny, to be replaced every three yearsA bespoke wood and glass baby gateA gardener at a cost of £28 per hour – “The lawn mower is heavy”£171.81 per month for two mobile phones – one for family, one for friendsAn iron – “I do have a steamer but it leaks”£800 Water filters£2,000+ Garden furniture£1,499 Garden chairs and table£6,250 Wardrobes£2,149 Outdoor lighting£9,000 Blinds£1,619 Oven£996 Bar stools£15,396 sofas£3,925 Sofa bedsWHAT HE’S PAID FOR ALREADY£1,059,717 for his and Lauryn’s legal fees£2.4 million house in Sussex for Lauryn£9,188 per month child maintenance for Kairo£7,000 per month child maintenance for Kinara£245,000 Lauryn’s legal fees for financial hearing relating to Kinara 2024£48,000 new wardrobes at Lauryn’s home£52,164 new blinds and curtains£9,115 CCTV cameras£5,651 burglar alarm£30,000 ‘Wish list’ for Kinara£27,000 ‘Maternity’ nanny for Kinara£16,678 to secure the nanny£5,590 per month for childcare costs£10,000 property management fund£75,000 furnishing fund£28,000 replacement gates for the house£10,000 Kairo’s fourth birthday party£73,000 Premium bonds and an ISA for Kairo£40,840 To clear some of Lauryn’s debtsHowever, she allowed Kyle to spend a couple of hours on Christmas Day with her and their four sons before going to training.Manchester City played against Everton on Boxing Day, but left fans disappointed with a 1-1 draw.Animated Kinara pointed to the sky as the family enjoyed their walkCredit: SplashKyle with his estranged wife AnnieLauryn pulled up Kairo’s jacket as it slipped off his shoulderCredit: SplashHe missed out son Kairo and daughter Kinara for a second year — despite promising friends to do the ‘right thing’Credit: Instagram @lauryngoodman91She leaned in to nuzzle noses with one-year=old KinaraCredit: Splash More

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      Bizarre moment SEAGULL helps EFL club with ‘great flick on’ after being hit by ball in League Two clash

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      GRIMSBY were aided by a SEAGULL during their clash with Port Vale after the bird deflected a long ball into the path of their player.In the 26th minute, a Grimbsy defender received the ball from a throw-in and hammered it upfield.A long ball by a Grimbsy defender led to a bizarre moment in the 26th minuteA seagull deflected the ball into the path of a Grimsby playerIt continued the home side’s attack as they benefited from the seagull deflectionAs it rose in the air, a seagull swept across the pitch and collided with the ball.Fortunately for Grimsby, it deflected the ball perfectly into the path of one of their players who controlled it before clipping a pass further forward.The moment went viral on social media with many reacting to the bizarre incident.One said: “What a pass by this seagull 🤣🤣.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnother added: “Great flick on to be fair to the lad.”A third replied: “Chelsea have just bid £5million.”While a fourth responded: “The seagull has been more influential than Man Utd’s midfield.”And a fifth joked: “Can he do it on a cold Tuesday night in Stoke though?”Most read in EFLCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThree minutes after the seagull interference, Grimsby took the lead through Cameron McJannet.Doug Tharme and Jason Daoi Svanporsson extended the hosts advantage late on as they claimed a 3-0 victory over Port Vale.SunSport launches weekly Football League feature called ‘What the EFL-!’The result lifts Grimsby up to fifth in League Two, level on points with Port Vale in fourth. More

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      Former Premier League star, 38, makes retirement U-turn to join seventh tier minnows just weeks after quitting football

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      FORMER Premier League striker Matt Derbyshire has come out of retirement to sign for a seventh tier club.Derbyshire announced that he was hanging up his boots just last month.Former Bradford star Matt Derbyshire has completed a retirement U-turn by signing for a non-league clubCredit: GettyIn a statement on social media, he wrote: “What a privilege in life to play this wonderful game of football. I have never taken a single day for granted waking up and being able to do this as my job for the past 22 years.”It has allowed me the privilege to play for my home club Blackburn Rovers, the team that I supported grown up as a local boy and where I made my Premier League debut.”I could not and would not have picked a better club to start my journey and will be forever grateful to them.”I have been so fortunate to have experienced and played in every level of English football and I am so proud to have represented my country…Read More in Football”I wish I could do it all over again but now it’s time for me to pass on my knowledge and help the next generation of young footballers.”Now, just eight weeks on from his announcement, the 38-year-old is making a retirement U-turn.Derbyshire has signed for non-league side Matlock Town.The seventh-tier club is managed by Ryan Cresswell and player-coach Adam Clayton, who played with the striker at Bradford.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSCresswell said: “Myself and Clayts went to the Rotherham game today and he was the guest speaker in the lounge.”Clayts played with him at Bradford City so knew him really well. He wants to play football and we put a deal together to suit all parties for him to come on board.Biggest football kit fails after controversy over new England shirt”He’s really excited to be involved and get back playing and had offers from multiple non-league clubs but is really excited about the work we’re doing at Matlock and wants to be a part of it.”Derbyshire was released by Bradford at the end of the 2023-24 season and struggled to find another club before announcing his retirement.The striker has also played for the likes of Blackburn Rovers, Wrexham, Olympiacos, Birmingham, Nottingham Forest and Blackpool. More

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      David De Gea makes wonder save that ‘makes Vlahovic find religion’ as Man Utd fans ask ‘why did we let him go’

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      DAVID DE GEA showed Manchester United fans he has still got it with a stunning save against Juventus.The 34-year-old goalkeeper is now at Italian side Fiorentina.David De Gea pulled off a stunning save to stop Juventus going aheadDusan Vlahovic was left in disbeliefDe Gea made three huge saves in the draw with JuveCredit: RexDe Gea starred in La Viola’s 2-2 draw with Juve last night, making three huge saves.His best came when the game was level at 1-1 in the first-half as he denied Dusan Vlahovic in stunning fashion.The striker chested the ball down and fired powerfully towards the near post from point blank range on the half volley.But De Gea stood firm and reacted smartly to get a strong right hand on the ball to divert it wide.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLVlahovic was in disbelief at how he had not found the back of the net and did the sign of the cross in shock.Fans were also stunned, with one saying: “Vlahovic questioning his footballing faith.”Another added: “De Gea with a save that made Vlahovic find religion.”United fans reacted: “Why did we let him go?”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSA second wrote: “One of the best shot stoppers of all-time, just weak in other areas.”On the save, De Gea told DAZN: “I actually hurt myself with the landing on that save, but it all went well in the end.”Classy Ruben Amorim gives young Man Utd fan once-in-a-lifetime tour around Carrington training ground in his carThe Spaniard left Man Utd in 2023 to end a 12-year stay at Old Trafford.De Gea departed the club after United reportedly pulled out a contract agreement.He played 545 times for the Red Devils, winning the Premier League, FA Cup and Europa League. More