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      I was sat in a service station when Sky Sports News said I was flying in for a transfer – I couldn’t believe it

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      PETER CROUCH was once left shocked with a McDonald’s burger in hand ahead of a transfer he made.The former England star revealed his departure from Tottenham was a lot less glamorous than the media made out, and involved a service station stop rather than a helicopter ride.Peter Crouch revealed he was waiting in a McDonalds ahead of his move from Tottenham to StokeCrouch, 43, moved to Stoke in the summer of 2011 but was unsure the transfer would get the green light with paperwork still to be completed.So on his way up north he stopped off at a McDonalds as he waited for the deal to go through, as Sky Sports reported a completely different version of events.Crouch recalled the story on That Peter Crouch Podcast, saying: “I remember sitting in a Maccies and watching Sky Sports News on my phone.”It was breaking news with the yellow bar, [it said] ‘Peter Crouch has been spotted in a helicopter landing at a golf club near Stoke, and I was sitting there with a quarter-pounder on a target roundabout.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCrouch spent seven-and-a-half years at Stoke, scoring 62 goals in 261 appearances following a two-year stint at Spurs.The former striker also spent time at Tottenham as a youth player and recalled another story from that time about some harsh treatment he received from first-team players.He said: “I remember being in the Tottenham dressing room, going in to pick up my boots and they were like ‘Crouchy, what is your love life like?'”And you’d have to stand there in front of like 20 first-team players and go ‘well, nothing’ and they’d go ‘are you a virgin?’ and you’d go ‘yeah at the moment’.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER”They’d go ‘do you have a girlfriend, have you kissed one yet?’ and you’re standing there as they’re all absolutely buzzing off you as you tell them what you’ve achieved with the opposite sex. There’s nothing worse – horrible, horrible, horrible.”It was horrible to be a part of. They would say things like ‘well how would you kiss a girl’ and you’d have to practise it on something.”You know the back one, you’d have to show your technique. It’s not right. I hope it’s out of the game now, it wasn’t nice for a young lad to be in that environment.”Peter Crouch reveals ‘horrible’ Tottenham interrogation ‘you couldn’t do now’ where stars found out about his sex life More

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      Harry Kane and Eric Dier taking lessons from Tottenham heartbreak as they bid to save season with Champions League win

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      HARRY KANE is using Tottenham’s magical run to the Champions League final five years ago as inspiration to galvanise Bayern Munich’s season.The England skipper joined the German giants last summer from Spurs in a deal worth £104m, dreaming of finally quenching his thirst for titles and silverware.Harry Kane’s debut season with Bayern Munich has been underwhelmingCredit: GettyKane is using the inspiration of Tottenham’s 2019 campaign after their Euro heroicsCredit: GettyInstead, Kane, 30, has endured a nightmare campaign with Bayern so far.For the first time since 2012, the Bundesliga crown will not be lifted at the Allianz Arena, with Bayern 16 points off Xabi Alonso’s unbeaten Bayer Leverkusen leaders.Having lost the Super Cup to RB Leipzig back in August, they were also embarrassingly knocked out of the German Cup by third tier minnows FC Saarbrucken.And so, with boss Thomas Tuchel set to leave at the end of the season, Kane’s only hope of ending his first season abroad with a trophy is on Europe’s grandest stage.read more footballTheir quarter final is finely poised after a tense 2-2 first leg draw against Arsenal at the Emirates. Victory in the home second leg next week will book Bayern a semi-final spot against one of Manchester City or Real Madrid.Given their domestic crisis, it would take a brave man to back Bayern to go all the way and lift the Champions League at Wembley on June 1 – a title that has eluded them since 2020.But Kane has previous in this department. In the 2018/19 season, Spurs suffered a dismal run of just three wins from their final 12 Premier League games.However, in Europe – under Mauricio Pochettino – they defied the odds by reaching the Champions League final thanks to miraculous results against City and Ajax in the quarters and semis.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe fairy tale was crushed in the final by Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool in Madrid, yet Kane is determined to go one better with six-time Euro champs Bayern.He said: “That [Spurs] campaign is similar because we weren’t having a great time in the league but we found some passion and togetherness in the Champions League.“We managed to get to the final and of course we didn’t manage to win it but that gives me hope that we can find that again,“We know we can perform in the big games, perform in the big quarter final at home next week and try to get back to the final.“It’s a competition the club want to win. Not winning the Bundesliga this year is a tough pill to swallow and it makes this competition even more important.“We have to find that togetherness, we have to find that team ethic where we grind out games because we haven’t done it enough this year.“Being at Wembley is also extra motivation for me personally being my national stadium and it’s still there to try and achieve.”Eric Dier – another former Tottenham star now with Kane at Bayern – added: “We have to have that spirit and I think we showed that spirit. “We showed that commitment, the togetherness you’re going to need. We just have to do it on a consistent basis now.”Whereas Poch’s Spurs class of 2019 had little Euro know-how, Bayern’s squad is overflowing with it. Bayern Munich fans clash with stewards despite stadium ban as Arsenal fans want ticket sellers ‘banned for life’Kane said: “We’ve got a lot of experience in our team, a lot of players who have played in the Champions League for a long time.“Players who have played in finals, won finals and of course you have to lean on that and, as a team, show that on the pitch.”Regardless of Bayern’s failings, Kane has enjoyed a stunning individual season with 39 goals in 37 appearances in all competitionHe admitted: “It’s not the season I wanted with the way the league’s gone but I’m always confident to score goals.“I’m really enjoying my experience in Germany and it was a step that I needed in my career. Fresh stimulus, fresh challenge and new surroundings. I’m really happy that I made the move.READ MORE SUN STORIES“My future is at Bayern Munich. I have a four-year contract. I’m really enjoying it and hopefully I will be able to make something special happen this season.“But if not, I’ll be ready to go again in the summer and turn things around.” More

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      Tottenham ‘offer’ club-record signing in £4.3million transfer… but proposal set to be rejected

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      TOTTENHAM have offered Tanguy Ndombele to Galatasaray for just £4.3million.The £63m flop has started just three matches in 2024 as he struggles to justify his huge price tag.Tottenham have asked Galatasaray for £4.3m for Tanguy NdombeleCredit: GettyLast year reports in Turkey claimed Ndombele clashed with Galatasaray boss Okan Buruk, who wanted the Frenchman to lose weight.And the ex-Lyon star has struggled to impress following a series of fitness struggles, crushing Tottenham’s hopes of recouping the money they spent on him in 2019.Ndombele was loaned to Galatasaray for the season with the Turkish side having the option to buy the midfielder permanently for £11m.But Buruk’s side rejected to pay that amount for the 27-year-old who has only played 650 minutes of football this season.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAccording to Turkish newspaper Takvim, Spurs “have offered Tanguy Ndombele to Galatasaray for €5M after they decided against activating their €15M option to sign the midfielder permanently”. And it does not look promising as the claim also stated Galatasaray are likely to turn this one down as well.The report added: “Galatasaray are yet to respond, but are expected to reject the new proposal.”Spurs fans are in disbelief about the amount of money their club has flushed away on the France international.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAs one fan tweeted: “Club record signing for €62M only to sell him for €5M in a span of 5 years…”.They then followed the comment with a clip of Breaking Bad character Hank Schrader staring at a piece of paper in shock.Where are they now: The unusual careers of former footballersSince arriving in North London nearly five years ago Ndombele has made 91 appearances for the Lilywhites and scored 10 goals.But after suffering an injury and a result poor fitness in the middle of the 2021-22 season he was sent on loan back to his former side Lyon for the remainder of the campaign.Lyon decided not to re-sign Ndombele was sent on another loan spell to Napoli who again chose not to buy the midfielder.Ndombele only has 12 months left on his Tottenham contract meaning Spurs are at risk of losing him on a free transfer if they cannot find a buyer. More

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      Tottenham fans cry ‘this has to be a joke’ as rearranged Premier League fixture leaves Spurs with horror run

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      TOTTENHAM fans have raged at the “joke” rearranged Premier League fixture list that leaves them with a horror run. The Champions League-chasing side were due to play London rivals Chelsea in February but it was postponed due to the Carabao Cup final. Tottenham face a horror run of fixturesCredit: GettyNow they visit Stamford Bridge on Thursday, May 2. Just three days later they travel to Liverpool, which was moved from Saturday to Sunday as a result. It means they play Newcastle on April 13 away, then host Arsenal on the 28th before the Chelsea and Liverpool matches.The break between Newcastle and Arsenal is because of the FA Cup semi-finals when Spurs would have played Man City, meaning that fixture is still to be rearranged in the final few weeks of the season as well. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe run of fixtures had Spurs fans outraged as one said: “This has to be a joke.” Another moaned: “Once again being screwed over, when we’re not even in Europe. They’ve had opportunities to play these.”One joked: “Seems fair…”Another fumed: “Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool all within 8 days. Brilliant.”Most read in FootballSpurs are fifth, one point behind Aston Villa with a game in hand, and dropped points in the 1-1 draw with West Ham. CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSManager Ange Postecoglou spoke out about the missed opportunity and joked he wanted a “joystick” to control his players. He said: “I thought for the most part we controlled the game pretty well. Raging Roy Keane once told forgotten Man Utd star ‘you’ll never make it.. you’ll be playing pub league’ in scathing rant”They are a big strong team. They sit deep and make it difficult for you. “You have to be fairly calm in your approach but also really disciplined because they are a threat from the counter-attack.”We conceded from a set-piece but the rest of the set-pieces we coped with really well. In the front third we lacked a bit of clarity of thought.”But they are human beings, it is just football. I would love to have a joystick and put them where I want them, but it doesn’t work like that.”Sometimes we have more time than we think. There were times when the ball was flashed across the box when we should have been in those areas.”It is all part of the development. That is why we have coaches, why we develop a system. We are not the finished article and we know that.”There was enough there tonight for me to say that it is a team still heading in the right direction.” Ange Postecoglou watched Spurs drop points against West HamCredit: Getty More

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      Newcastle set to wear one-off mystery kit ‘unique from any in the club’s history’ for huge Tottenham clash

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      NEWCASTLE will reportedly adorn a one-off jersey when they host Tottenham at St James’ Park next week.And the fresh kit is unique from any other worn in the club’s storied history.Newcastle are set to donate their front-of-shirt sponsorship to a charity for when they host Tottenham next weekCredit: AFPAccording to The Mail Online, the kit will be missing the usual Sela sponsorship, with the Saudi Arabia-based events company donating the front of shirt space to a charity instead.The new sponsors eyed-up a televised game against a top-six opponent – so ensuring maximum exposure for the chosen charity.Talks have been ongoing for several weeks and the charity will be announced closer to its April 13th matchday. It is understood that Spurs has long been earmarked for the occasion.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSIt means the likes of Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon will sport a jersey that will be unique from any other in the club’s history. There will also be additional tie-ins related to the cause on matchday.It is hoped the one-off kit change will provide a longer-term historical impact as Newcastle look to beat Spurs once again after last season’s memorable 6-1 home thumping.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThe limited-time kit change comes ahead of Newcastle’s incoming shirt deal with Adidas which will start this summer. Most read in FootballIt is understood new 2024-25 season kits have already been designed and will go on sale following the refurbishment of the club shop in June.Newcastle finalised a £25m-a-year shirt sponsorship deal with Sela last year.This is not the first special initiative Sela have come up with since becoming Newcastle’s shirt sponsor.Hilarious moment Newcastle Utd ballboy snubs West Ham star Mohammed Kudus as he asks for his seat for iconic celebrationThe company organised a drone show above St James’ Park ahead of the 4-1 Champions League win against Paris Saint-Germain earlier this season.They also handed out free scarves ahead of the FA Cup victory at Sunderland in January and a Sela-backed ‘Howay’ bus is now in operation for away games.The upcoming St James’ STACK fan zone at Strawberry Place is also officially ‘powered by Sela’.Fans were quick to praise their sponsors eye for charity, with one supporter writing: “Sela donating £10m. I can get behind this.”Another added: “Love this idea!” More

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      Daniel Levy in talks to sell stake in Tottenham amid need for ‘significant increase’ in funds after transfer splurge

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      DANIEL LEVY has confirmed that Tottenham are looking to sell a stake in the club.The club say they have already held talks with prospective investors as they look to raise capital to invest in the squad going forward.Daniel Levy has announced Tottenham’s intention to sell a stake in the clubCredit: PAThe intention to sell a stake in Tottenham was announced in a statement released alongside the club’s financial results.Tottenham’s chairman, Levy, 62, said: “To capitalise on our long-term potential, to continue to invest in the teams and undertake future capital projects, the Club requires a significant increase in its equity base.”The Board and its advisors, Rothschild & Co, are in discussions with prospective investors. “Any recommended investment proposal would require the support of the Club’s shareholders.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe statement saw Spurs announce an increased loss of £86.8million for the year ending June 2023, up from £50.1m for the previous year.The club explained that the losses were down to splashing out on players last summer.They claimed the deficit “reflected the significant and continued investment in the playing squad” – though they also reported revenues of over half of a billion pounds for the first time.Spurs bought the likes of Richarlison for £60m, Pedro Porro for £40m, Guglielmo Vicario for £17m and James Maddison for £40m during the period accounted for (up until June 30, 2023).Most read in FootballSpurs have put their losses down to summer signingsCredit: ReutersCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe £104m sale of Harry Kane to Bayern Munich came after this period, so is irrelevant to the latest set of accounts submitted to Companies House – as is the £47.5m signing of Brennan Johnson from Nottingham Forest.Spurs are currently fifth in the Premier League under Ange Postecoglou, which could be enough to seal Champions League qualification this season.I’m a Tottenham cult hero but I want Arsenal to win the league more than ANYTHING… even England winning Euro 2024But if the club are to qualify, they will no doubt need to spend big to bolster a squad that has grown used to playing one game a week.Levy has been impressed with the job the Aussie has done since succeeding Antonio Conte – particularly with the implementation of a more exciting style.The supremo said: “The 2023-24 season, the first under Ange, was always going to be one of building for the future.“We have seen progress with the return of exciting, attacking football, even when faced with significant player injuries.“We continue to challenge for the highest possible place finish with eight games still to play and hope to bring European football to our home stadium again.” More

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      Joe Cole apologises to Glenn Hoddle TWICE live on TNT Sports as pair aim jabs at each other over Spurs West Ham rivalry

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      JOE COLE apologised to Glenn Hoddle live on TNT Sports as the pair aimed jabs at each other over the Tottenham and West Ham rivalry. The former Chelsea stars provided punditry for the London derby which ended in a 1-1 draw. Joe Cole apologised to Glenn Hoddle live on TNT SportsHoddle had to listen to Cole’s rant about SpursBefore the game, ex-Hammer Cole tore into Spurs in front of Tottenham legend Hoddle. He said: “I think West Ham may have also felt like also-rans when Tottenham, even though they haven’t won much silverware, [Spurs] They act and behave like a team…sorry about this Glenn, by the way.”Hoddle, who won the FA Cup with Spurs, then hit back: “That’s alright, because I was there when we did win things.”Cole, a three-time Premier League winner with Chelsea, then continued his rant about Spurs leaving him once again apologising. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe said: “Yeah, Glen’s team won, but they ain’t won much.” West Ham probably think, ‘Why do you consider yourselves a big team?’ “You have that sort of ‘David vs Goliath’ and you think to yourself, ‘Let’s go and stuff them, because, they’re not a big club’. “They’re not Manchester United or Liverpool, they are not of that stature….I’m sorry, Glenn!”Timo Werner opened the scoring at the London Stadium but his former Chelsea team-mate Kurt Zouma levelled. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSpurs boss Ange Postecoglou said after the game: “I’d like to have a joystick and put them where I want but it doesn’t work that way. “My role is to try to help them through that. At times, we have more time than we think. “We scored a great goal but there are times the ball is flashed across when we should have been in those areas. It’s things to work on.”Roberto De Zerbi ruled out of Liverpool boss running but could still quit Brighton this summer to join European giants More

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      Arsenal and Spurs set for £100million Alexander Isak transfer showdown as rivals exploit Newcastle’s FFP nightmare

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      NEWCASTLE are braced for Arsenal and Tottenham to launch £100million moves for Alexander Isak.But Toon boss Eddie Howe warned the London clubs that their star striker is not for sale.Alexander Isak is set to to be the subject of a transfer tug of war between Arsenal and TottenhamCredit: RexIsak has been on fire for Newcastle this seasonIsak, 23, made it 14 Premier League goals in 21 games this season with two penalties in Saturday’s 4-3 win over West Ham.He has quickly become a fans’ favourite with his direct running and eye for goal since Toon paid Real Socieded a club-record £60m in 2022.But fears remain that Newcastle may have to cash in to navigate FFP rules, especially if they finish outside of the European places.And huge offers from Champions League clubs will be hard to ignore.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDuring the international break, Isak admitted that “if things show up, things can happen”.But Howe insists he is off limits, saying: “He’s an outstanding talent and no one connected with Newcastle would want to lose him.”It’s been a stop-start season for Isak because of injury but he is looking back to his deadly best following four goals in his last four games.Arsenal are believed to be already plotting a summer move for the £100m-rated forward.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAnd Spurs are also keeping tabs with Brentford’s Ivan Toney another target for around the same fee.Howe added: “Isak was excellent against West Ham. How Arteta turned Havertz from expensive flop to Arsenal’s gamechanger”He didn’t score in open play but his two penalties were outstanding and his general play was very good.“His link play, athleticism, he looked in a really good place.”Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal want a lethal frontman to take them to the next levelCredit: ReutersSpurs are likewise in the market for a forward of Isak’s calibreCredit: Rex More