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      Wrexham ‘in talks over signing Fulham captain Tom Cairney’ to bolster Championship promotion hopes

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      WREXHAM are in talks to sign Fulham captain Tom Cairney, according to reports.The Red Dragons could spend big once again after winning a third successive promotion to reach the Championship.Wrexham are in talks to sign Tom CairneyCredit: RexThe Fulham captain has made 27 appearances this seasonCredit: Shutterstock EditorialWrexham owners Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds have spent big since taking overCredit: GettyWrexham have already been linked with a number of targets and Cairney is now on their radar, according to The Telegraph.The club has opened talks over a move for the midfielder, who would be one of their most ambitious signings after breaking the bank to sign Sam Smith for £2million in January.Cairney is out of contract in the summer so could be snapped up for free but would command hefty wages.Wrexham are believed to want experienced players as they return to the second tier for the first time in 21 years, and Cairney fits the mould.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe has played 318 games at Championship level and has 412 top-flight appearances, as well as two Scotland caps.Cairney, 34, has made 27 appearances this season, 23 of which have been in the Premier League although nearly all from the bench.Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson has often gone down the experienced route when recruiting players – Jay Rodriguez, 35, James McClean, 36, and Steven Fletcher, 37, have joined the club in recent years.In total Wrexham have 11 players aged 30 or over, with more potentially arriving.Most read in FootballJamie Vardy has been linked with a move to North Wales after confirming he will leave Leicester after 13 years at the club.BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSManchester United defender Jonny Evans has also been mooted as a potential arrival with his contract up next month.Parkinson said the club was “always planning” but admitted that while they have not spoken about anyone in particular they do have a profile of targets who are free agents.’He’s got the fastest hands’ – Wrexham star James McClean tipped to beat up Jake Paul in boxing fightHe said: “We haven’t really spoken about anything. We’ve always got our eye on players who are free transfers and are going to be available.”I think it’s interesting because the jump in salaries is incredible, mind-blowing. Even coming up to this level, the jump to get players of Championship quality is expensive.”But obviously the next level, I don’t think people outside football quite realise.”They think players in League One must be multi-millionaires, but the drop-off from what people read in the press about Premier League players is huge.”That is a challenge but what we’ve always tried to do is make sure the culture in the club is right.”No superstars, no egos in the dressing room, and we’ve got to try to get that balance right again, to make sure the right people come into the building.” More

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      ‘It’s hard for this situation to continue’ – Iconic F1 Grand Prix faces being AXED amid ‘difficult’ circumstances

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      AN iconic Formula One track is at risk of being axed from the race calendar.The Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at Imola could be set to host its last F1 race this weekend.The Emilia Romagna Grand Prix could be cut from the F1 calendarThe track was reintroduced back in 2020Stefano Domenicali has said it would be ‘difficult’ to keep the raceCredit: GettyThe famous circuit is the host for this weekend’s race in the 2025 season.But F1 president Stefano Domenicali has admitted that it could be cut from the calendar.There are currently two races in Italy, the one in Imola as well as the Italian GP at Monza.Domenicali has suggested that with the increased interest in the motorsport, it could prove “difficult” for both to be kept.READ MORE ON F1He told RAI radio: “Italy has always been and will be an important part of Formula One.”It will be increasingly difficult to have two races in the same country because interest in F1 is growing and it’s a situation we will have to deal with in the coming months.”It’s hard for this situation with Imola and Monza to continue together on the calendar for long.”The Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari debuted back in 1981.Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSHowever, it has previously been cut as it was left off the calendar from 2006 until it was reintroduced in 2020.This was when the race was rebranded as the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.Lewis Hamilton fumes ‘have a tea break while you’re at it’ at Ferrari staff and refuses to apologise in Miami GP bust-upNo other country in Europe has more than one race but Spain will have next year.This is down to the overlap between the new Madrid track and last year of the Barcelona circuit.The USA has three races with tracks in Miami, Las Vegas and Austin.Speaking in 2024, Domenicali admitted that some tracks in Europe could become rotational in the calendar.He said: “We have some news to share very, very soon with regard to the possibility in the mid-term to have some rotational European Grand Prix and some other new options coming later.”This is something that, of course, we will clarify in the due course.”It is true that we have a large demand for new possible venues that want to come in.”Our choice will always be balanced between the right economic benefits that we can have as a system and also to leverage in the growth of the market.Read More on The Sun”We can see potential that will be beneficial for us to grow our business even further.”Meanwhile, ahead of this weekend’s race, Ferrari star Charles Leclerc has missed media duties due to illness. More

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      Darren Till vs Darren Stewart: start time, TV channel, stream and full card as the pair meet in Misfits main event

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      DARREN TILL returns to boxing THIS WEEKEND after his victory over Anthony Taylor earlier this year.It is a battle of the Darren’s as Till and Stewart main event the rescheduled Misfits 21 card.Darren Till is unbeaten in his Boxing career so farCredit: Taka G Wu/Alamy Live NewsDarren Stewart will make his boxing debut after retiring from MMACredit: Chris Unger/Zuffa LLCThe former UFC fighter will take on Darren Stewart at Vaillaint Live in Derby.Till was originally scheduled to fight Tommy Fury in late January on his Misfits debut, but Fury pulled out of the fight.Till left UFC in 2023, with no intention of returning, turning his attention to a career in boxing, and will clash MMA specialist Darren Stewart.Stewart announced retirement from MMA, citing financial difficulties in August 2024, later going to work on a train line, but has been given a “second chance” through boxing.Read more BoxingThe fight will take place at cruiserweight with Till describing his most recent win as “just another day at the office.”He told The Independent: “It was good to be back on the big stage, especially the Misfits stage. “I’m a misfit, aren’t I? I have been my whole life, in the UFC, on social media. “I’m probably the only real misfit, the only difference with me is: I can actually fight; all these others can’t fight.”Most read in BoxingTill also revealed he predicted that Fury – who made his own ring return last weekend with a win in Hungary – would pull out of the fight.Till said: “I said to my coach after the press conference, ‘He’ll pull out of the fight.'”My coach said: ‘Make sure you make it public.’ And I said: ‘I don’t want to give it no energy.’ “Then one day, I come in the gym, and he starts screaming [online] about how he’s pulled out. “I don’t think the Furys have been seen since, so everyone in boxing should thank me, because you all got terrorised by the Furys for years. “Then I come along and absolutely terrorise him. Every time any boxer sees me now, he wants to f***ing shake my hand.”Everyone was sick of them.”People give Tommy more s*** than I do.”I’ve got nothing bad to say about him in terms of his personal life. “I don’t know Tommy, so I couldn’t comment on his characteristics or anything like that.”When is Misfits 21 – Till vs Stewart?Darren Till vs Darren Stewart is the main event of the rescheduled Misfits Boxing 21 card.The original card was set for March 29, before KSI pulled out of his clash with Dillon Danis.The card takes place on Friday, May 16 at the Vaillant Live arena in Derby.Doors open at 5pm, with coverage expected from 7pm BST.Ring walks for Till vs Stewart are expected at 10.30pm BST, although that is subject to change.How to watch Darren Till vs Darren Stewart and is there a live stream?Misfits 21 will be broadcast by DAZN.In the UK, it can be watched on DAZN TV which is an additional subscription.It can also be live streamed on the DAZN website or via the downloadable app.DAZN is available for £14.99 per month on a one-year commitment or for £119.99 if you pay the full amount.There is also flexible monthly pass for £24.99, which can be cancelled at any time.Alternatively, SunSport will blog every fight from Misfits 21 as it happens.Darren Till vs Darren Stewart full cardDarren Till vs Darren Stewart, cruiserweightIdris Virgo vs Ty Mitchell, light heavyweight – MF pro titleChase DeMoor vs Tank Tolman, heavyweight – MFB titleWalid Sharks vs FoxTheG, lightweightJordan Banjo vs Wil Anderson, heavyweightAmir Anderson vs TBA, middleweightJoey Knight vs Andy Howson, lightweightWakey Wines vs MoDeen, heavyweightDylan Price vs TBA, super bantamweightTempo Art vs Big Tobz vs Godson Umeh vs Curtis Pritchard, heavyweight – Survivor Tag boutWhat’s been said?”There’s a lot of respect between me and Darren [Stewart],” Till said at Wednesday’s press conference. “We’ve fought on two shows together. Darren’s a good lad.”He’s a solid competitor. I know he can fight, I know he’s got a big pair of bollocks on him. I haven’t really got a lot to say. I’m coming Friday.”I think a lot of people get confused between respect and disrespect. “I think a lot of people expect me to go mad [since the Tommy fight] but that’s not the case.”You’ve all known me for years now. I am one of the best strikers in the world and I’m coming for violence on Friday as always. “It’s going to be a hell of a show.”Read More on The SunStewart added: “I know he’s going to bring it.”I’m going to bring it. This is the place to show it and I’m thankful to be on. I’m here to entertain, and that’s what I do.” More

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      ‘I cannot thank you enough’ – Wrexham legend thanks Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney as he announces departure

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      WREXHAM fan-favourite Mark Howard has announced his exit from the Welsh club after helping them climb the Football League.Howard, 38, confirmed his exit from the Racecourse in an emotional statement on social media – thanking Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney for bringing him to the club.Mark Howard has announced his exit from WrexhamCredit: instagram @markhoward.1The goalkeeper thanked Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney in an emotional statementCredit: RexHoward joined Wrexham in 2022, helping the club secure promotion into the Football League as the first choice goalkeeper alongside former Premier League star Ben Foster.While he has had a smaller role in recent seasons, losing his starting spot to Arthur Okonkwo as Wrexham have earned another two successive promotions from League Two and League One.Howard, who is nicknamed Chomp, featured just 11 times in League One last season and will depart ahead of the Red Dragon’s return to the Championship.In a statement revealing that he isn’t planning on retiring just yet, he wrote: “From the moment I pulled on the Wrexham shirt, I have tried to bring professionalism, passion, and personality to the club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”As I reflect on what an incredible journey it’s been, I consider myself fortunate to have shared a dressing room with the best teammates.”Everyday I have left with a smile on my face wanting to come back and do it all over again. Love you boys.”Being able to say I’m the only goalkeeper ever to do the three-peat. Back-to-back-to-back. I say tongue in cheek.”I am deeply grateful for the opportunities I’ve had here.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”Working alongside some of the most amazing staff on and off the pitch, giving me the encouragement to do more, I cannot thank you enough.”The connection with the fans was tough at times but now I feel part of the family, I would like to think you’ve all grown to love me.Wrexham stars celebrate in iconic Las Vegas casino and hijack luggage cart after Hollywood owners splash £500k on party”At this stage I still feel like I have more football in me, so it’s not retirement yet, I still want to dive around while my body lets me.”Finally a huge thank you to these two amazing people. Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds.”Wrexham stars were quick to pass on their well-wishes to the experienced shot-stopper.Elliot Lee wrote: “The oldest goalkeeper there ever was. I will miss you old man”.While Andy Cannon added: “One of the best. What a man”.Steven Fletcher posted: “Chompy, what a fella. Friend for life big man.”And Wrexham director and comedian Humphrey Ker wrote: “Farewell to a man who never let us down and always lifted us up. One of the greats. The Chomp.”Howard, who previously played for the likes of Sheffield United and Blackpool, leaves Wrexham having made 58 appearances and kept 19 clean sheets for the club.Read More on The SunHe could be the first of many to leave on the expiration of their current deals at Wrexham as the club look to bring in more talent to compete in the Championship next season.Wrexham are yet to release their retained list, however a number of players are set to run out of contract – including former Scotland international Steven Fletcher.Wrexham earned promotion into the Championship this seasonCredit: RexSteven Fletcher is out of contract in the summerCredit: Getty More

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      Ferrari star forced to pull out of media duties through illness as F1 team confirm he ‘will not be coming to the track’

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      CHARLES LECLERC has pulled out of media duties due to illness ahead of the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.The race on the famous Imola circuit in Italy is scheduled for Sunday and will be the home debut for Lewis Hamilton since switching to Ferrari.Charles Leclerc has pulled out of media duties ahead of the Emilia Romagna GPCredit: AFPHis team-mate Lewis Hamilton will have to represent FerrariCredit: GettyBut the Englishman will not be joined by his team-mate for media duties.Ferrari confirmed that the Monegasque driver will not be heading to the track due to sickness.The F1 team insisted that he would be expected in the car for practice ahead of qualifying on Saturday.A statement read: “Charles is feeling unwell and will not be coming to the track today.READ MORE ON F1″He will rest and focus on recovering and we expect him to be in the car tomorrow.”Leclerc is currently 5th in the Driver’s Standings with 58 points but he is yet to win a race this season.He finished on the podium in 3rd in the Saudi Arabian GP back in April.Hamilton, however, is currently 7th in the driver’s standings with only 41 points and is yet to finish in the top three.Most read in MotorsportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThis performance has left Ferrari well off the pace in the constructor’s standings with only 94 points.They trail Red Bull Racing, Mercedes and leaders McLaren.Lewis Hamilton and Charles LeClerc arrive on red carpet at F1 02 car launch in styleMeanwhile, the Emilia-Romagna GP is at risk of being axed from the F1 calendar.F1 president Stefano Domenicali has admitted that it is difficult for two races to be based in Italy.He told RAI radio: “Italy has always been and will be an important part of Formula 1.”It will be increasingly difficult to have two races in the same country because interest in F1 is growing and it’s a situation we will have to deal with in the coming months.”It’s hard for this situation with Imola and Monza to continue together on the calendar for long.” More

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      Nike awkwardly delete social media post after accidentally leaking Chelsea’s new kit early

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      NIKE had to swiftly delete a social media post after appearing to leak Chelsea’s new home kit for the 2025-26 season.The Blues are yet to officially announce what their new strip will look like for next season, but fans caught a quick glimpse of what to expect thanks to Nike’s faux pas.Nike accidentally leaked Chelsea’s home kit for the upcoming seasonCredit: XThe shirt features a blue pattern and a white V-neck collarCredit: XChelsea have already teased the announcement of their new kit on Instagram, suggesting the official reveal will take place on Friday.But Nike jumped the gun when they posted a photo of the shirt alongside the caption: “Recharged in electric blue. Trimmed in brilliant white. Worn with West London pride.”The kit manufacturing Goliaths clearly realised their mistake and swiftly deleted the post soon afterwards. The new shirt keeps Chelsea’s classic blue colour with a unique pattern and a flash of white detailing on a V-neck collar.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLNoticeably there is no sponsor on the shirt for next season yet as the Stamford Bridge club continue to look for a long-term front of shirt partner.The SW6 outfit announced last month that Emirati property giants Damac would be sponsoring their current kit until the end of the season after going most of the campaign without a sponsor.That partnership will also see the club work with Damac to build 1,400 luxury football-themed apartments in Dubai – but the property firm will still not be adorning the front of Chelsea’s shirts next season.Chelsea have not signed a long-term shirt sponsorship deal with any company since the arrival of Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital in West London.Most read in FootballChelsea have partnered with Damac as their front of shirt sponsors until the end of the seasonCredit: GettyThe club will join forces with the Dubai-based property developers to build 1,400 luxury football-themed apartments on Dubai’s beachfrontCredit: YouTube / DAMAC PropertiesJoin SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford BridgeThe club are thought to be holding out for more lucrative offers when they secure a return to Champions League football – a huge lure for interested companies. Despite Nike’s best efforts to get the kit out early, Chelsea fans will have to wait for the official announcement of their new kit.Arsenal reveal new home kit for 2025/26 season with major change to badge and eye-watering priceMeanwhile, London rivals Arsenal today launched their new home kit for the upcoming campaign with kit providers adidas.The Gunners, who are expected to wear the new threads against Newcastle on Sunday, have unveiled a classy red and white shirt with an intricate detail depicting the font used in the club’s old Victoria Concordia Crescit badge from the 1900s.Arsenal have announced their home kit for the 2025-26 seasonCredit: Arsenal FC More

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      Ruben Amorim admits his job will be easier if Man Utd DON’T beat Tottenham in the Europa League final

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      RUBEN AMORIM has bizarrely declared that his job would be easier if Manchester United LOST the Europa League final against Tottenham.The Red Devils have endured their worst-ever Premier League season and face not even making 40 points in the league if they lose to Chelsea and Aston Villa in their final two games.Ruben Amorim has suggested his job would become easier if Man Utd lost the Europa League finalCredit: GettyMan Utd take on Spurs in the Bilbao final on May 21Credit: GettyDespite their horrific league form, they have put together an unbeaten campaign in the Europa League to take them to the final against Spurs in Bilbao on May 21.Winning the tournament would see Man Utd qualify for next season’s Champions League and bag at least an additional £80million in prize money.However, Amorim believes his job would be made easier if the club were to LOSE the final because it would afford him more time to train the woefully under-performing squad.The former Sporting boss explained: “That is my feeling. We need more time with the team.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”We need to arrange a lot of things in Carrington that we need more time to do so we’re not thinking game by game by game. “Then we have the squad. We proved this year that we need to be a better squad if we want to win European games and then be really competitive in the Premier League. That is going to be tough.”It is going to be really bad [if United don’t win the final]. I don’t want to use that as an excuse. “It is going to be really tough and the patience of the fans and you guys [the media] next year if we don’t win it is going to be on the limit. Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old Trafford”We would have to be perfect to continue with everything. I know that. So it’s not going to be better in that way.”After suffering a 17th league defeat of the season to West Ham last week, Amorim suggested he would QUIT the club if results did not improve.Ruben Amorim vows to QUIT Man Utd if horror slump continues as dejected boss identifies ‘most dangerous thing’ at clubHowever, he clarified those comments by saying: “What I am saying is that since I arrived here I am always talking about the standards and I cannot see the team having these results, especially in the Premier League, and not say anything and not take the responsibility.”It’s just that. I have a clear idea what to do. I understand the problems of the team. I am far from quitting. “What I am saying is we need to perform and, this season and in the future, we need to perform or else they will change us.”That is a normal thing. That was my feeling [after West Ham] and is still my feeling today.”Cost-cutting measures implemented since the arrival of minority owners Ineos last year have led to 450 staff being made redundant by the club.Those cuts have also seen staff perks cut, including tickets to the Europa League final.However, Amorim has personally offered to pay for 30 tickets so his staff can take their families to the showpiece final.Man Utd vs Spurs – Europa League final: Kick-off time, TV channel and live stream info for Bilbao clash More

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      Former Premier League Wag and DAZN star Diletta Leotta’s advert BANNED over ‘sexualised content’

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      DILETTA LEOTTA’S new TV advert has reportedly been BANNED due to “sexualised content”.The stunning DAZN host and wife of Loris Karius starred in a commercial for a new shoe for U-Power.Diletta Leotta’s new advert has been bannedCredit: YouTubeIt was banned due to it ‘sexualising the gaze of a child’Credit: YouTubeDiletta starred as a singer in the advertCredit: Shutterstock EditorialShe is usually seen hosting Serie A coverage on DAZNCredit: GettyDiletta, 33, is a regular face on TV as she appears on the broadcaster’s coverage of Serie A in her homeland of Italy.She has also appeared on radio and podcasts during her career.However, her new advert is set to be seen by fewer people in Italy.According to Corriere Della Sera, it has been banned because it is believed to “sexualise the gaze of a child”.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLIn the advert, Diletta can be seen wearing a short skirt and singing on a stage in front of a young child.It also featured a number of men in awe at the new show, with one bizarrely rubbing his face.The report adds that the jury of the Advertising Self-Discipline Institute had ordered the advert to be banned.It claimed that it breached a rule that regulates the protection of children.Most read in FootballLast week, the jury ruled that it was conflicting with Article 11 of the Code that states: “Representations of behaviours or attitudes aimed at the sexualisation of children, or of subjects who appear to be such, are prohibited.”Diletta Leotta shows off new ‘Bond girl’ look as DAZN host puts on revealing display in low cut ski suitThe advert was also criticised by Italian journalist Selvaggia Lucerelli.They said: “The video opened with a shot from behind of a child under the stage where a singer was performing in a miniskirt that reached her crotch.”Then moving on to a shot of the child’s face with his gaze upwards and his mouth open in a sort of ecstasy like a vision of the Madonna.”In practice, it was the first time that a child, who in the advertisement will have a stage age of eight, saw a woman’s underwear.”I wrote about it in my Instagram stories, finding it sad to represent a minor in such an ambiguous situation to sell a pair of shoes.”However, U-Power founder Franco Uzzeni has defended the commercial as he pointed to the demand from customers.He said: “Malice is in the eye of the beholder.Read More on The Sun”But at least we know that our commercial was seen and appreciated given the sales.”A glimpse inside Diletta’s glamorous life with partner Loris Karius…Diletta Leotta and now-husband Loris Karius saw in the new year togetherCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleotta/The footballer brought Diletta a cake to her hospital bed as she gave birth to their first child on her own birthdayCredit: INSTAGRAM / dilettaleottaThe pair posed together in ‘2023’ sunglassesDiletta is one of the Serie A’s best loved presentersCredit: GettyDiletta stunned as she presented the Turin derby on Italian TVCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta gave birth to her first child with Karius in AugustCredit: Instagram / @dilettaleottaDiletta is no stranger to some extravagant outfits on her InstagramCredit: @dilettaleottaDiletta and Karius in MilanCredit: The Mega AgencyThe Italian beauty on holiday with KariusShe has flipped between blonde and brunette looksCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleotta/She has previously worn an outfit similar to her Tomb Raider lookCredit: @dilettaleottaDiletta with a pared back lookCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta Leotta is reportedly dating Loris Karius after he visited her in MilanCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaLeotta has 8.6million Instagram followersCredit: GettyLeotta burst on to the scene with Sky SportsCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaShe posts regularly updates on Instagram to the delight of her fansCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta has 8.5million followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaThe Italian works for DAZNCredit: Instagram @dilettaleotta More