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      Fans get first look of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson training camp with Iron Mike ‘looking like he’s 25 again’

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      MIKE TYSON is showing shades of his prime in training to fight Jake Paul – as fans were given a first look into their training camps. The heavyweight great returns to the ring on November 15 for a controversial clash against YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul in Texas.Mike Tyson in training to fight Jake PaulCredit: Netflix Tyson has been rolling back the clock in campHead trainer Rafael Cordeiro holds the pads for TysonCredit: Netflix And the fight for the ages is to be aired on Netflix, marking the streaming services’ first foray into live boxing. The subscription giants are to release a three-part docuseries in the lead-up to the fight with fans already given a short preview of their camps. Tyson has some familiar faces helping him prepare for his first professional bout in almost 20 YEARS.MMA mastermind Rafael Cordeiro – who cornered Tyson for his exhibition comeback in 2020 – is the lead trainer.READ MORE BOXING NEWSHe is joined by Billy White, who has known Iron Mike since their teenage years having both been mentored by the great Cus D’Amato. And White claimed Tyson – who has turned 58 since filming – is showing glimpses of his brilliant best in the gym. He said: “I look at him and I see him do moves sometimes it takes me back to when he’s 25. And I look at him and I’m like, ‘Wow.’ He amazes me.”Cordeiro has the punishing job of holding the pads and body belt for boxing’s youngest heavyweight champion of all time. Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe said: “The power is unbelievable. There’s nobody like Mike, why? Because there’s nobody who’s 57 years old doing what he does.””Expect to see the same Mike Tyson, with more knowledge. The same Mike Tyson with more patience and the same Mike Tyson with the same intensity.”Jake Paul makes training decision for Mike Tyson fight after dramatically losing TWO STONE for last fightTony Brady and Andy Velcich are tasked with getting Tyson – who was 20 when he first became champ – into fighting shape. And Brady said: “The best athletes to work with are the ones that you have to pull back. As opposed to ones you have to push, you don’t have to push Mike.”Velcich added: “We have to tell Mike to take a step back and chill. That’s the difference. Mike doesn’t have an off-switch.”Tyson went eight exhibition rounds with Roy Jones Jr four years ago but his career officially ended in 2005. He quit on his stool against Kevin McBride – who also worked as a tree surgeon – but returns against Paul to put his record on the line. Although the bout will be competed over revised eight two-minute rounds – opposed to the usual three – and bigger 14oz gloves instead of 10oz. Paul, 27, has ten wins and only a single loss to Tommy Fury, 25, on his boxing record. And Theo Chambers is his head coach with former super-middleweight boxer J’Leon Love assistant in the corner. And Love said: “If Mike Tyson can knock out Jake Paul, he will. Guaranteed, bad. “But f*** that, the legend must fall. We gotta do what we gotta do.”I know what it feels like to wanna accomplish something that nobody really feels you can do. “I know what it’s like to have your back against the wall. I don’t care what nobody thinks. I think Jake is the same way.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I know Theo Chambers is the same way, just a bunch of bad asses that don’t care.”Chambers added: “As long as Jake is not intimidated by Tyson, I would hate for him to knock Mike Tyson out, but that’s just what’s gonna happen.”Jake Paul using a neck strengthening exerciseCredit: Netflix The YouTube star is based in Puerto RicoCredit: Netflix Jake Paul is 10-1 as a boxerCredit: Netflix He is expecting to KO TysonCredit: Netflix More

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      Pregnant Laura Woods reveals she’s received death threats and lost friends over stance on gender row boxer Imane Khelif

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      LAURA WOODS has admitted to losing friends and receiving death threats over her stance on Imane Khelif.Khelif, 25, won Olympic gold in the women’s 66kg welterweight boxing in Paris.Laura Woods has been outspoken about the Imane Khelif situationCredit: RexKhelif won gold at the Paris OlympicsCredit: AFPThe Algerian was cleared to fight at the Games after previously being booted out the 2023 IBA Women’s World Boxing Championships for failing a gender test.Ahead of the Olympics, chiefs slammed the IBA’s disqualification as “sudden and arbitrary” and taken “without any due process”, allowing the athlete born a woman to compete.TV presenter Woods has been outspoken about the issue and praised an article on social media that highlighted concerns about Khelif’s involvement during the Olympics.At the time, she said amongst a number of tweets: “Since I replied to this article I’ve had numerous death threats to myself and my unborn child. READ MORE IN SPORT”Questions on my own gender (I’m pregnant so guess that clears that one up) calls for my employers to sack me, threats to my home…”I’ve been called a racist, a bigot and a sexist as well as various insults.”When there are discrepancies with test results – which could impact the safety of another human being, in an environment that above all else should be fair – questions are quite rightly going to be asked. “The answers are still unclear, otherwise this topic would be closed.”Most read in BoxingFollowing the release of supposed leaked medical reports that claim Khelif is a “biological man”, Woods took to social media once again today.She wrote: “Saw A LOT of what was written about me and others for even daring to ask questions about this. I won’t forget that. Moment Olympic gender row boxer Imane Khelif breaks down in tears on TV as she hits out at ‘cruel’ Elon Musk”I hope the women who had to face a biological man in the ring and whose concerns were drowned out, now get some sort of justice, but I won’t hold my breath.”A follower replied: “Hope you haven’t lost friends over it Laura. Well done for sticking to your guns! I hope the young lady can get her medal.”Then again, why would she want it? Her Olympic dream was ruined from the get go.”Woods, who is currently pregnant after announcing she is expecting a baby with former Love Island star Adam Collard, responded: “Unfortunately I have.”I’ve seen their tweets on here about me (repeatedly). On the medal, I don’t think she will get it, which is the biggest travesty, and the fact the IOC allowed this all to happen.”Olympics gender controversyTHE International Olympic Committee (IOC) stirred up a huge controversy by clearing two women to box who had previously failed a gender test.Algeria’s Imane Khelif and Taiwan’s Lin Yu-ting were disqualified at the Women’s World Championships in New Delhi, India, in March 2023.Lin Yu-ting was stripped of a bronze medal after failing a gender eligibility test.Khelif was disqualified in New Delhi for failing a testosterone level test.Officials found tests showed they had ‘XY chromosomes’ — which indicates a person is biologically male.Rare ‘intersex’ medical conditions, medically known as differences in sexual development (DSDs), can also mean outwardly female individuals can have ‘male’ chromosomes, or vice versa.The Russia-led International Boxing Association organised that event but is no longer recognised by the IOC.IOC spokesman Mark Adams said: “These athletes have competed many times before for many years, they haven’t just suddenly arrived – they competed in Tokyo.”The federation needs to make the rules to make sure that there is fairness but at the same time there is the ability for everyone to take part that wants to. That is a difficult balance.”In the end the experts for each sport are the people who work in that. If there is a big advantage that clearly is not acceptable, but that needs to be a decision made at that level.”Both Khelif and Lin competed at the delayed Olympic Games in Tokyo in 2021. Lin is a two-time winner at the Asian Women Amateur Boxing Championships.The IOC said all boxers in Paris “comply with the competition’s eligibility and entry regulations”.The controversy follows the famous case of Caster Semenya.South African middle-distance runner Semenya has a condition which means her body naturally produces higher levels of testosterone than normal for women.She won gold in the 800m at London 2012 and Rio in 2016 but was unable to compete at Tokyo in 2021 after World Athletics brought in new rules independently of the IOC at the time. More

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      Man Utd legend Paul Scholes names his top 5 toughest Champions League opponents of all time

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      PAUL SCHOLES has named his five toughest opponents from his days playing in the Champions League.The former Manchester United and England midfielder has certainly come up against some of the competition’s greatest ever players.Paul Scholes has revealed his top five toughest opponents in the Champions LeagueCredit: Youtube/The OverlapScholes won the competition twice during his playing daysCredit: AFPScholes, 49, played 124 TIMES in the Champions League, winning the competition on two occasions.And across his 17 seasons amongst Europe’s elite, Scholes faces the likes of Barcelona, Real Madrid and Juventus. But, somehow, the United icon managed to whittle down his top five opponents in conversation with The Overlap Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet.When quizzed on who those top five stars were, he said: “‘I played some incredible teams – that great Barcelona team, the Real Madrid team when it was the proper Galactico’s, Juventus…READ MORE ON MAN UTD”I’ll go for [Lionel] Messi, Xavi, [Andres] Iniesta, [Clarence] Seedorf.”I’m trying to think of midfield players and that Real Madrid team was incredible – Redondo, Ronaldo, [Luis] Figo, [Zinedine] Zidane, and Raul.””When we were trying to win Champions Leagues, those teams were ridiculous. It’s the same with England, the teams we had to come up against like France and Spain.”When pushed for a definitive top five by co-host Jamie Carragher, Scholes stuck with a Spanish league theme.Most read in FootballScholes named Lionel Messi as one of the best players he played against in EuropeCredit: ReutersHe also said Zinedine Zidane was amongst his best competitorsCredit: GettyAndres Iniesta and Xavi Hernandez were also named by ScholesCredit: GettyFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAdding: “Messi, Xavi, Iniesta there’s two straight away. Zidane [and] …I love R9 [Ronaldo Nazario].”Scholes didn’t just come up against some of the best players around, but played alongside them too.Manchester United vs Chelsea: Player Ratings Breakdown (2)His Champions League exploits saw him line up alongside the likes of David Beckham, Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney and Roy Keane.But despite regularly being alongside world class team-mates, Scholes admitted he and his United pals couldn’t touch Barcelona’s midfield trio of Xavi, Iniesta and Sergio Busquets in the 2009 Champions League final.He said: “They never gave you time to tackle them.”They know where everyone is on the pitch and they know where the opposition are so you think you can get to them but before you know it it’s gone.”All of a sudden you’re just running around in circles.”I think Xavi and Iniesta were different players. Xavi was amazing at controlling a game, along with Busquets. He probably doesn’t get the credit he deserves because the three of them were sensational.”Iniesta was a little bit different because he could go past people.”Scholes added Ronaldo Nazario to his list of incredible opponentsCredit: GettyScholes also discussed facing Barcelona’s midfield trio of Sergio Busquets, Iniesta and XaviCredit: AFP – Getty More

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      Man Utd season ticket holders ‘want Old Trafford DESTROYED’ over redevelopment as new stadium support revealed

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      THE majority of Manchester United season ticket holders want to demolish Old Trafford in order to build a new stadium on the same site.United’s Ineos chiefs surveyed supporters in September as they look to finalise plans for their historic home.Man Utd surveyed fans regarding the future of Old TraffordCredit: GettyThe Red Devils distributed the survey to season ticket holders and club members and received more than 50,000 responses.Man Utd have confirmed that 52 per cent of respondents are in favour of demolishing Old Trafford and building an entirely new stadium.While 31 per cent would rather redevelop the current ground, and 17 per cent are unsure.United’s season ticket holders were generally most in favour of building an entirely new ground.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSThe club’s older season ticket holders showed the strongest support for the plan, while younger supporters generally preferred the redevelopment idea.In addition to the survey, United chiefs have also consulted their Fans’ Advisory Board.The Red Devils had initially been expected to make a decision regarding their stadium by the end of this year.But the final decision has now been delayed until 2025.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSUnited could build a new 100,000 seater stadiumCredit: https://www.manutd.com/enThe Red Devils could build the new stadium on the current siteCredit: https://www.manutd.com/enMan Utd are expected to make a decision by the springCredit: https://www.manutd.com/en”New Trafford” could be circular in shape with a 100,000-seat capacity and huge roof.It’s said that the Old Trafford regeneration project could generate 92,000 jobs and more than 17,000 homes – in addition to increasing tourism by 1.8million each year.Man Utd legend Paul Scholes names his top 5 toughest Champions League opponents of all time Man Utd will fund the project themselves, although public money may be made available to cover related transport and infrastructure costs.In addition to the recent survey, the Red Devils are holding a series of focus group meetings with fans.Director of fan engagement Rick McGagh said: “We are delighted that this survey received the most responses in the club’s history.”It shows how important this work is, and to have this level of engagement at this stage is a really positive place to start.“We know how important our home is to fans, and we need to listen to them and gain all their views and insights in order to develop the world-class stadium they deserve.“We are able to view the results through different lenses to understand if our season ticket holders feel differently about anything than say our official members.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And if younger fans have different views to older fans. This insight is incredibly helpful and allows the project team to understand the differences as well as the commonality in our fanbase.”The final decision over the plans, which could cost as much as £2billion, may not be made until next spring.Ratcliffe could propose a new venue on the land next to the current ground More

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      Fernando Alonso issues health update after F1 star, 43, was helped from his car after Brazilian Grand Prix

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      FERNANDO ALONSO has given a health update after he was seen being helped from his car after the Brazilian Grand Prix.The Formula One veteran, 43, had a weekend to forget in the rain at the Sao Paulo circuit as he finished 18th and 14th in the sprint race and feature race respectively.Fernando Alonso issued a health update after a ‘painful’ Brazilian Grand PrixCredit: GettyAlonso said he only finished the race for the mechanics after they repaired his car during a qualifying crashCredit: ReutersAlonso had been forced to miss media day on Thursday with an intestinal infection, days after becoming the first driver to reach 400 F1 race starts at the Mexico Grand Prix.He recovered in time to compete in the full weekend’s double bill of sprint and feature events from Friday through to Sunday.However, during the latter stages of the Sunday race, Alonso was heard complaining about a bad back after experiencing a lot of bouncing in the car while out on the resurfaced track.After crashing out in qualifying and causing a red flag, the Aston Martin mechanics had worked tirelessly to repair the Spaniard’s car for the race.READ MORE IN F1Alonso was heard on the team radio saying he would finish the race for the mechanics following their hard work.He was heard saying: “I will finish the race for the mechanics. They did a very good job today. “But my back is hurting, man. This bouncing is not normal.”When back in the pit lane after the race was won by Max Verstappen, Alonso was seen clearly in pain as he was helped from his car by mechanics, and was seen hugging one before walking off.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAlonso issued an update on his health when speaking to media after the race, while he also paid an emotional tribute to the victims of the Valencia flooding, where the death toll has reached well over 200.He said: “It’s the same day for everyone. We’ve done the work ourselves.Formula 1 chaos as Brazilian GP qualifying POSTPONED due to heavy rain with drenched fans left waiting for hours”The car bounced a lot in the second part of the race and the truth is that in normal conditions it wouldn’t have finished.”But it had to be done for the mechanics, for me too, who suffered a bit before arriving here, for the people in Valencia, for the people who are in worse situations than the bounce I had today.”Alonso sits down in ninth in the driver standings with 62 points to his name.This is double the amount of the next driver outside of the top four teams – Nico Hulkenberg’s haul of 31 points for Haas.F1 is now on a three-week break before the Las Vegas Grand Prix on November 24.That will kick-start a triple-header to end the season, with Verstappen currently on course to win the drivers’ title ahead of McLaren’s Lando Norris.F1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season so far:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Sergio PerezFerrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis HamiltonMercedes: George Russell and Kimi AntonelliMcLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar PiastriAston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance StrollWilliams: Alex Albon and Carlos SainzSauber: Nico Hulkenberg and TBCAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and TBCHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban Ocon More

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      I’m a former Premier League star from a trailer park, if I hadn’t been a footballer I’d have grown weed

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      PREMIER LEAGUE legend Rafael van der Vaart has revealed he would be growing weed if it was not for football.The former Tottenham and Real Madrid midfielder, 41, reflected on his career with fellow Dutchmen Wesley Sneijder and Marco van Basten.Rafael van der Vaart has claimed he would grow weed if he was not a footballerCredit: Times Newspapers LtdThe Dutch icon played for Tottenham, Real Madrid and AjaxCredit: GettyOn Ziggo Sport’s chat show, Van der Vaart was quizzed on what “normal job” he would be doing if he was not a famous face.And he hilariously replied: “I grew up in a trailer park, so I’d probably run a weed shed.”Sneijder and Van Basten were left in hysterics and exclaimed: “That’s a normal job.”Fans were also left in stitches, with one saying: “You can see he was shocked by their reaction, man was actually serious.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnother added: “Gotta appreciate the honesty.”A third reacted: “Dutch legends are really different than the rest.”Van der Vaart grew up in the town of Heemskerk in the north of Holland and the trailer park he once called home belonged to a Dutch cultural minority called the Woonwagenbewoners.The name translates as “caravan dwellers” and they have ties to Irish travellers.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSVan der Vaart joined Ajax at the age of ten after learning to play football on the street.On his upbringing, he said: “That was the way my family lived. My father was born there and it is a lifestyle. Football’s weirdest contract clauses revealed including non-Arsenal agreement and a private jet promise”Maybe it is not a normal lifestyle but I always liked it. “I always played football on the street. It was an easy life, then I was ten and went to Ajax and played there for almost 12 years.”Van de Vaart played over 500 times for clubs including Real, Spurs, Hamburg and Ajax – scoring 171 times.He was also capped a staggering 109 times by Holland, scoring 25 goals.Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Mick Schumacher’s model girlfriend sends clear message on engagement after being invited into ‘inner circle’

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      MICK SCHUMACHER’S model girlfriend Laila Hasonovich has spoken out about the pair’s rumoured engagement.Swirling rumours had suggested that the couple had taken the next step in their relationship by getting engaged.Fans have been convinced that Mick Schumacher and Laila Hasanovic are engagedCredit: GettyLaila has issued an update on the rumoursCredit: Instagram @lailahasanovicThe model shared a snap of her had with a ring on her finger, clarifying what has been going onCredit: Instagram @lailahasanovicA picture of Laila’s hand, with what appeared to be an engagement ring, sparked online buzz about the pair preparing to marry.But the Bosnian-born social media star and model has since rubbished the idea that Schumacher has dropped the knee.In a post on her Instagram showing off her jewellery, she wrote: “And no it’s not an engagement ring u guysss”.Her adoring followers were gutted, having rooted for her and her F1 superstar boyfriend to tie the knot.READ MORE ON F1In the comments section one wrote: “I’m sad that the ring is not a engagement ring”.While another added: “In my dreams is an announcement of engagement”.And a third commented: “Laila!!!! You can’t just post this without a caption!!! I literally thought you’re engaged!!”Laila may not be ready to walk down the aisle just yet, but she has been welcomed into the Schumacher family’s ‘inner circle’.Most read in MotorsportLaila has reportedly been let into the inner circle of people who are able to see Mick’s dad Michael SchumacherCredit: AFPThe 24-year-old was reportedly given a vote of confidence by the Schumacher’s to see Mick’s F1 icon dad Michael, 55, earlier this year.Only a handful of people have been allowed to know the latest on the former Ferrari, Mercedes and Benetton legend since his tragic ski crash over a decade ago.Mick Schumacher’s stunning Wag Laila Hasanovic stuns in sexy black dress Michael was left in a coma for 250 days and is believed to have needed around-the-clock care ever since.Very little has been made public on Michael’s health status since the accident with his loving wife Corinna choosing to keep his life private.Laila has been dating Mick Schumacher for well over a year with the pair clearly smitten.Laila works as a model and has amassed an impressive 341,000 followers on Instagram.While she was also a finalist in the 2019 Miss Universe Denmark pageant.Mick, 25, is trying to follow in his father’s footsteps and is currently Mercedes’ reserve driver.In 2021 and 2022 he competed for American team Haas.TAKE A PEEK INTO MICK AND LAILA’S GLAMOROUS LIFESTYLE…Laila and Mick have been dating for well over a yearCredit: InstagramLaila is a successful model and former Miss Universe finalistCredit: Instagram @lailahasanovicShe has amassed a huge following on social mediaCredit: Instagram @lailahasanovicThe Bosinian-born social media star has over 341,000 Instagram followersCredit: instagram @ lailahasanovicMick Schumacher is a reserve driver at MercedesCredit: GettyLaila is always supporting MickCredit: GettyDespite the rumours, Laila has confirmed the pair are not engagedCredit: instagram @ lailahasanovicHer adoring fans are hoping Mick drops the knee soonCredit: instagram @ lailahasanovic More

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      Joshua Zirkzee ‘on track for swift Man Utd exit with Ruben Amorim unconvinced on striker’

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      JOSHUA ZIRKZEE is on course for the exit door at Manchester United just four months after arriving, according to reports.The 23-year-old arrived from Bologna in July in a deal worth £36.5million.Joshua Zirkzee could be heading for the Man Utd exit door just months after arrivingCredit: GettyReports say Ruben Amorim wants to bring his own players in fromCredit: RexZirkzee scored on his debut against Fulham, but has not found the back of the net in 14 games since. SunSport exclusively revealed that Erik ten Hag did not want to sign the former Bayern Munich striker and how he arrived at Old Trafford overweight, with it taking time to shift that extra weight.However, with the imminent arrival of Sporting CP boss Ruben Amorim following the sacking of Ten Hag, Zirkzee’s time in England may have already run its course.Italian outlet Calciomercato report that Amorim, who will take over as Red Devils head coach on November 11, is unconvinced by the forward.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLInstead, Amorim, 39, will look to bring in his own attacking options.The report suggests that a return to Italy could be on the table, with AC Milan and Juventus both potential destinations.But such a transfer will only happen if it is on loan, with Ineos wanting to back the attacker after they billed him as good value for money in the summer. If Zirkzee is allowed to leave the club, that could lead United transfer chiefs to try and poach some stars from Sporting. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSEx-Coventry star Viktor Gyokeres is one star who could be targeted, given how he is one of the most prolific strikers in Europe over the past two seasons.Similarities have been drawn between the Swede and United ace Rasmus Hojlund, who impressed against Chelsea last Sunday despite being largely starved of service in the final third.Joshua Zirkzee reveals he has ‘tried’ to lure Germany star to Man Utd Amorim’s first game in charge of United will be against Ipswich on November 24.Before that, interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy will take charge of games against PAOK on Thursday – as they look to win their first game in Europe for a year – and Leicester on Sunday.Since taking charge of the squad, Van Nistelrooy has overseen a 5-2 win over Leicester in the League Cup and a 1-1 draw against Chelsea.It is understood the players would like to see the Dutchman retained within Amorim’s coaching staff once he arrives.Amorim himself remains in charge of Sporting, where he has won two league titles, and will take on Manchester City on Tuesday evening before facing Braga in his final game with the Eagles.Three Sporting stars Amorim could swoop for after joining Man UtdRUBEN AMORIM has ruled out poaching any of his Sporting Lisbon players in the January transfer window.But the Portuguese side’s chiefs expect Amorim will come calling in the summer – with his cheque book wide open.Here’s are three Sporting starts United could swoop for… but they won’t come cheap:VIKTOR GYOKERESAge: 26Position: StrikerCost: £84millionSwede has shone since joining Sporting last summer from Coventry — catching the eye of all Europe’s top clubs.Hit 43 goals in 50 games last season and boasts 18 strikes already this term.GONCALO INACIOAge: 23Position: DefenderCost: £50millionBall-playing centre-back was handed his debut by Amorim and has since become a key figure in Sporting’s recent title successes.Can also slot in at left-back if required and has 12 caps for Portugal.MORTEN HJULMANDAge: 25Position: MidfieldCost: £40millionDane is one of the top holding midfielders in Portugal — and made skipper by Amorim.He could be the man to replace Casemiro. More