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      Anthony Joshua splashes huge sum on property in just 18 months as he lives up to ‘Landlord’ nickname

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      BOXER Anthony Joshua is packing a punch in the property game — after splashing out £150million in the last 18 months.Joshua, who was beaten by fellow Brit Daniel Dubois in a Wembley title fight last month, has become known as The Landlord.Anthony Joshua has splashed out £150million on property in 18 monthsCredit: GettyPals said the two-time heavyweight champ is a fan of Monopoly and joked: “He wants to buy up the board.”Watford-born AJ’s latest acquisition is a £35million property on Baker Street, central London, that he plans to let out to businesses. He also has posh pads in Mayfair.A source said: “AJ is a shrewd businessman and is pumping his money into property. read more on anthony joshua”He is inundated with investment opportunities but he doesn’t rush into anything.”AJ, 34, paid £30million for Breakspear Business Park in Hemel Hempstead, Herts, and has backed a number of start-up businesses.He also invested in the Alpine F1 team in a group he put together with golfer Rory McIlroy and NFL player Travis Kelce, boyfriend of Taylor Swift. Meanwhile, AJ is pushing for an IBF rematch with Dubois, who won with a fifth-round knock-out.Most read in BoxingYesterday, his promoter Eddie Hearn said he was keen to fight as early as February. He added: “My initial thought after the fight was, ‘Let’s just chill out, maybe wait for the result of Fury-Usyk’.Tyson Fury willing to wait until he’s 50-YEARS-OLD to fight Anthony Joshua and says rival ‘knows he’s getting it’“AJ’s reaction was quite a bit different. “He is leaning towards the rematch.” More

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      Law student who aimed vile racial slur at Arsenal star Bukayo Saka dodges jail after insisting he was not being racist

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      A LAW student who called Arsenal and England ace Bukayo Saka a “monkey” has dodged a jail term after insisting he was not being racist.Suhel Ali, 20, put an audio message on X/Twitter, calling Saka, 23, a “fing black piece of s**t” following Arsenal’s 0-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest in May last year.Law student Suhel Ali, who called Arsenal and England ace Bukayo Saka a ‘monkey’, has dodged a jail termThe Arsenal fan also called Bukayo Saka the N-wordCredit: GettyThe Arsenal fan, of Wembley, North London, also called him the N-word and said: “You’re a f***ing monkey.”The second-year law student admitted posting an offensive message.Westminster magistrates chair Kieran O’Donnell told Ali: “Your lawyer said your intention was not to be racist, but whoever heard it would have heard racial abuse.“But you are of previous good character.”READ MORE ON SAKA”You have no previous convictions. You are remorsefulAli, who, like Saka is of Nigerian heritage, got a 12-month conditional discharge with £111 costs.Wing wizard Saka scored in Arsenal’s 3-1 win against Southampton on Saturday.He is set to star for England against Greece at Wembley.Most read in FootballBukayo Saka declares ‘this is Arsenal’s year’ and they will win Premier League title More

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      England ace Jill Scott becomes a millionaire after her earnings skyrocket following I’m A Celeb win

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      ENGLAND footie star Jill Scott has become a millionaire after banking a record amount.Company records reveal that she earned nearly £720,000 last year, more than doubling her assets.England ace Jill Scott has become a millionaire after banking a record amountCredit: PAJill was crowned jungle queen on ITV’s I’m a CelebrityCredit: Rex featuresEquity in Jill Scott 8 Ltd shot up from £477,479 to just under £1.2million for the year to May 31.Jill, 37, also made two payouts to herself of £50,000 and £300,000.The Sunderland-born ace has cashed in since the Lionesses won Euro 2022.Jill was crowned jungle queen on ITV’s I’m a Celebrity months later and is captain on Sky’s A League of Their Own.READ MORE ON JILL SCOTTShe also runs ­coffee shop Boxx2Boxx with her ­fiancée Shelly Unitt in Manchester.A source said: “Jill had a hugely successful playing career.”Since she’s hung up her boots she’s reaping the rewards.”In June Jill told how she had enjoyed the opportunities which have come her way since hanging up her boots.Most read in FootballShe said: “Since retirement, life has been totally different for me.”I have had to adjust to this work-life balance, which feels quite strange!Watch moment England legend Jill Scott awkwardly silences Daniel Sturridge for not winning Premier League”But I’m very much a person of simple pleasures.”As long as I get that fix of seeing family and friends, I’m good.” More

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      Andy Carroll seen with Lou Teasdale in first snaps since it was revealed pair had started dating

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      EX-ENGLAND striker Andy Carroll steps out with celeb hairdresser Lou Teasdale — after it emerged they had started dating following his marriage break-up.The pair grabbed a coffee and a bite to eat from a Costa in London.Andy Carroll steps out with celeb hairdresser Lou TeasdaleCredit: SplashThe pair have started dating following his marriage break-upCredit: SplashIt is the first time they have been seen together in public since it was revealed they have struck up a romanceCredit: SplashIt is the first time they have been seen together in public since it was revealed they have struck up a romance.Ex-Liverpool and Newcastle United ace Andy, 35, confirmed in a statement to last week’s Sun on Sunday that he had split from wife Billi Mucklow, 36, earlier this year.It later emerged he has been on a string of dates with Lou, 40, formerly a stylist for pop star Harry Styles and the rest of One Direction.She is said to have visited Andy in France, where he is currently playing for fourth division side Bordeaux.Read More on SportHe bagged both goals in his side’s 2-1 win away at Olympique Saumur on Saturday.And he was then pictured 650 miles away from Bordeaux with Lou in London yesterday.An onlooker said: “They seemed happy together and Andy had a smile on his face.”Geordie Andy and Towie star Billi — who have three kids — secretly split in July after a turbulent two-year marriage.Most read in FootballShe is reported to have felt “blindsided” by him dating Lou so soon after their separation.Andy, who has two more kids from a previous relationship, was with Billi for 11 years.Andy Carroll and Billi Mucklow split two years after glam wedding where superstar singer Teddy Swims performedHowever, their wedding in 2022 was nearly called off after a picture emerged of him drunkenly passed out in bed with two women in Dubai on his stag do. Billi forgave him after one of the women insisted nothing sexual happened.The veteran striker, who once earned a rumoured £80,000-a-week, is on less than £3,000 at Bordeaux and says it costs him money to play there.Andy confirmed that he had split from wife Billi Mucklow earlier this yearCredit: Instagram/billimucklowLou was a stylist for Harry Styles and the rest of One DirectionCredit: Getty More

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      Major change to airport rules for pampered Premier League stars after government closes ‘special’ loophole

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      PAMPERED Premier League stars must go through airport security despite arguing for special treatment.Footie chiefs had argued they should be excused from anti-terrorism security laws on UK private charter flights for fear of an increased risk of injury.Premier League stars must go through airport security despite arguing for special treatment (stock picture)Credit: GettyPlayers such as Harry Maguire got a reprieve last seasonCredit: GettyPremier League boss Richard Masters said security probes could spark long queues before and after internal flights — meaning stars were in danger of being accosted by fans.Players such as Harry Maguire got a reprieve last season.But the government has now insisted they should be scanned like everyone else.A source said: “This is not a good look for the Premier League. Read More on Sport“The government clamped down on potential security loopholes, with small planes included in checks.“Richard Masters’ lobbying raised eyebrows within the government. “It beggars belief he thinks footballers should be treated differently from the rest.“He even threatened to go to No 10. Most read in Football“It was an ill-conceived point to pick a fight on.“He was initially successful, but the footballers are now having to toe the line.”Shock new footage appears to show Chelsea star Nicolas Jackson slapping Nottingham Forest rival in faceThe rules were brought in last year. After the year’s exemption, players are now subject to the same additional screening as anyone else — even on short flights from regional airfields.Government sources confirmed to The Sun that special security arrangements were in place for some private charter flights used by football teams in the past — but this is no longer the case.The Department for Transport said: “Aviation security is of paramount importance to keep passengers safe. “That is why all aircraft passengers are fully screened before they travel.”The Premier League was approached for comment. More

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      Frank Bruno health fears as boxing legend has hospital scans amid worries his brain is on a ‘slow decline’

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      BOXING great Frank Bruno is having hospital scans amid fears his brain is on a “slow decline”.The former world heavyweight champion’s doctors are trying to discover whether blows to the head during his 14-year career caused long-term damage.Frank Bruno is having hospital scans amid fears his brain is on a “slow declineCredit: GettyDoctors are examining how blows to the head during Bruno’s boxing career have impacted his healthCredit: AFPFrank’s daughter, Rachel, said: “We have learned recently that his brain might be on a slow decline.“They are just doing scans and tests at the moment. With the impact of his career and constant knocks to the head, it’s obviously probably not helped.“We don’t know how fast his brain is going to decline. “It’s sad but we’re a strong family and we want to cherish these moments.”READ MORE FRANK BRUNOSpeaking on Amazon documentary Four Kings, 62-year-old Frank added: “I fulfilled my dream. “I won the world championship. I’ve got some beautiful kids. What more do you need?”Last night a source close to Frank insisted: “Frank’s in a great place at the moment and feeling fitter and healthier than he has in years.Each week he will be at three or four events talking about his career and working.Most read in Boxing“All retired boxers have regular checks, and Frank is no different.”The four-part documentary details the careers of Frank, Lennox Lewis, Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn.Boxing legend Frank Bruno trades blows with the mental health minister – as she visits him at his charity foundationIt also looks at the sport’s dangers — including the extensive brain damage suffered by Michael Watson during a fight with Eubank, and life-changing injuries suffered by Gerald McClellan in a bout with Benn.Frank is no stranger to adversity, having been sectioned to Goodmayes Hospital, North East London, 20 years ago. He was readmitted in 2021 when he hit rock bottom during lockdown.His charity, the Frank Bruno Foundation, campaigns on mental health issues. The source said: “It’s going from strength to strength.” More

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      Gary Lineker in talks to sign new deal with Match of the Day amid speculation over future

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      GARY Lineker is in talks to sign a new Match of the Day deal amid speculation over his future.Yesterday reports circulated online that last night’s show could be his final appearance.Gary Lineker is in talks to sign a new Match of the Day deal amid speculation over his futureCredit: GettyHe has hosted the show since 1999 and is now its longest-serving presenterCredit: Pixel8000But the star, 63, is understood to be in talks with BBC executives — and sources told The Sun on Sunday it was “business as usual”.An alleged leaked email appeared to suggest plans were being drawn up at the BBC for his departure.It was said to have included a draft statement for release when Lineker leaves.The Beeb has refused to call the email a fake and instead said nothing had been agreed.Read More on TVThe ex-England striker and the BBC have previously crossed swords over some of his comments in tweets.But a source told us: “Talks are ongoing and it is very much a case of Keep Calm and Gary On despite all the rumours. He will be there for the rest of the season no matter what happens.”Responding to news reports of the alleged leaked email, a BBC spokesman said: “We have nothing to announce and we have not agreed next steps with regard to his contract. He is under contract until the end of the season.”We previously reported how Lineker had volunteered to take a pay cut as part of talks over a multi-year deal.Most read in FootballHe could agree to stay on for £1million — £350,000 less than his current salary.Gary Lineker reveals how his views on Match of the Day can sometimes get him into trouble He has hosted the show since 1999 and is now its longest-serving presenter. Ex-Spurs player Jermaine Jenas, 41, had been reportedly in the running to replace him but was sacked for inappropriately texting two women on The One Show.Lineker was taken off air last year after his tweet compared the language used to launch a government asylum plan to “that used by Germany in the 30s”. Pundits Ian Wright and Alan Shearer boycotted MOTD in solidarity.In 2022, Lineker was found in breach of BBC guidelines for asking whether Tories would “hand back their donations from Russian donors”. More

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      David Beckham to star in new TV ad after signing £1m deal with top kitchen appliance brand

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      DAVID Beckham is putting his cooking skills on show in a new TV advert — after signing a lucrative £1million deal with airfryer brand Shark Ninja.The football great, 49, was filming for the company in London last week.Our mock up of what David Beckham might look like in chef whitesBeckham with wife Victoria and family Cruz, Romeo, Harper and BrooklynCredit: Instagram/victoriabeckhamBecks has a deal to flog Nespresso coffeeIt is the latest in a string of big money deals for the dad of four who has also signed with Nespresso coffee, online retailer AliExpress, as well as Tudor watches and Maserati cars.A source close to the star, who is worth an estimated £370million, said: “Becks is making hay while the sun shines and is happy to put his name to the company.“Ninja is a great brand with quality products and matches David’s love of cooking, so it’s a great fit!“He is really enjoying spreading his wings as a businessman.”Read More on SportBut Golden Balls — best friends with TV chef Gordon Ramsay — is more used to grilling on coals than an airfryer. On his Netflix documentary last year, he spoke of spending the days pottering in his £50,000 barbecue tent.He said: “It’s my escape. “I’m in here from 11 to 9/10 o’clock at night, sometimes later, just grilling. That’s all I do.”Most read in FootballPrince William is taking to the skies in a new helicopter donated to the London Air Ambulance Charity at RAF NortholtThe footie ace also has a deal with Maserati cars More