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      My dad’s a former Premier League star and TV presenter – I’m making my own way after transfer to League One club

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      THE SON of a former Premier League star and TV host is forging his own career in football.Leo Castledine, 19, completed a loan transfer to Shrewsbury from Chelsea earlier this week.Leo Castledine has joined Shrewsbury on loan from ChelseaCredit: 2024 Crystal Pix/MB MediaThe attacking midfielder, who has already made his debut for the Blues after appearing in their Carabao Cup clash against Middlesbrough in January, is going on his first loan spell to continue his development.Having joined Chelsea’s academy from Wimbledon as an Under-15 star, he is described as “a player who has the ability to play box-to-box, he likes to create and score goals and is very tenacious in the tackle”.And he is now hoping to make waves in League One with the Shrews.Speaking to club media, Castledine – who has represented England Under-15, Under-16, Under-17 and Under-18 level – said: “I’m really excited to get going. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Obviously it’s my first loan in the men’s game but I’m ready to get going and just want to play.”(Shrewsbury) is a great club with a lot of history and I’m eager to get going and I can see a set up here where it’s going to work out and I’m going to get a lot of games and be able to help the team.”Manager Paul Hurst said of the deal: “We are really pleased because he’s one we’ve been looking at for a long time and initially we weren’t sure he’d be allowed to come out on loan.”There was also word that he may end up in the Championship, so we’re delighted to get him in and had to be patient on this one. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”He’s a player we think can add a lot to this squad. He’s a mature character who plays with maturity, enthusiasm, and has quality.”Castledine comes from Premier League stock, with his father Stewart Castledine starring for Wimbledon for nine years in the top flight.Premier League fathers and sonsCastledine senior, 51, had a ten-year career in professional football despite never being a regular player with the Dons.Following his playing career, Castledine Snr went straight into TV presenting.He hosted BBC One’s Big Strong Boys and Houses Behaving Badly over the course of seven years.Castledine also tried his hand at modelling for the likes of DKNY and Topman and in acting in the 2006 film Pink Panther.He has since had various directorial roles in sport, including eight years at Sports Revolution Ltd, and currently works at KIN Partners and a Football Commercial Director.Castledine is also married to TV presenter Lucy Alexander, with the pair having two children together, Leo and EastEnders actress Kitty.Stewart Castledine is a former BBC TV presenterCredit: RexHe starred for Wimbledon for nine yearsCredit: Getty Images – GettyCan you name the famous fathers? More

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      Raheem Sterling ‘open to controversial Man Utd transfer’ despite playing for three rivals as he seeks Chelsea exit

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      RAHEEM STERLING is reportedly open to joining Manchester United before the transfer window closes.The forward is expected to leave Chelsea this week after falling out of favour under new boss Enzo Maresca.Raheem Sterling is reportedly open to joining Manchester United from ChelseaCredit: ReutersChelsea have been linked with a swap deal involving Jadon Sancho signing from UnitedCredit: RexSterling has not featured for the Blues this season and has been training away from the first-team squad.United are amongst a host of Premier League sides to be linked with a move for the 29-year-old.According to the Daily Mail, Sterling would not rule out joining the Red Devils, despite spells with Liverpool and Manchester City.Chelsea are open to including him in a deal for Jadon Sancho, who is also set to leave United.READ MORE ON MAN UTDHowever, it is unknown whether a swap deal will be possible before Friday’s transfer deadline.Sterling’s £325,000 wages are seen as a potential stumbling block, whilst Sancho’s £300,000 weekly income does not fit into Chelsea’s wage structure.Crystal Palace and Aston Villa are also understood to be interested in a late move for Sterling.Meanwhile, Arsenal have been linked with the winger, who will not put in a transfer request to force through a move.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHaving joined Chelsea in 2022, he still has three years left on his deal in West London.Sterling has previously played for United’s fierce rivals City and Liverpool, where he came through the academy after signing from QPR.Enzo Maresca comments on the futures of Ben Chilwell and Raheem Sterling at Chelsea and comments on player contract lengthsHe went on to make 129 appearances for the Reds before leaving for City in 2015.During seven years at the Etihad Stadium, he won 12 trophies including four league titles.Sterling has yet to score in 26 matches against United, though.Chelsea would also face competition for Sancho’s signature as United look to sell him this week.Italian giants Juventus have also been strongly linked with a move but are only open to a loan deal for the 24-year-old.Sancho spent the second half of last season on loan at Borussia Dortmund. More

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      Former England and Prem star Andros Townsend admits ‘I don’t know who owns me’ as freak hold-up wrecks move to Turkey

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      ANDROS TOWNSEND has revealed “I don’t know which club owns me” with his move from Luton to Antalyaspor in limbo due to a transfer ban.The ex-England international, 33, came off the bench in Luton’s opening Championship game of the season earlier this month – a 4-1 home defeat to Burnley.Andros Townsend is unsure which club he belongs toCredit: GettyHe has signed for Turkish side Antalyaspor but is now being blocked by a transfer banCredit: X/5liveSportHe then signed for Antalyaspor – who were adamant they had to push the deal through quickly before their transfer ban came into effect.Townsend and the club ended up missing the deadline, leaving the winger in the lurch as he continues to train in Turkey without any official announcement of his arrival.And he has admitted he is completely in the dark over his future.Speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live, he said: “[It’s] three days before the start of the season at Luton.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”I get a call from Antalyaspor saying ‘We have an offer for you but you’ve got 24 hours to respond because we’ve got a transfer ban coming and we need to get you in before the transfer ban’.”So no time to think about it. I managed to negotiate to be involved in the first game for Luton, played 10 minutes in that, and then it was literally all signed, all done.”Then we missed the deadline by a couple of hours.”So the contract is signed with Antalyaspor, they can’t officially register me, they can’t announce me because they have a transfer ban.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSTownsend registered four goal contributions in the Premier League last season”So I’m literally just stuck in Antalyaspor just training. I don’t know who owns me. I don’t know where my contract is. So yeah, that’s me.”Townsend came through the ranks at Tottenham, scoring 11 goals and assisting 13 in 93 games.SunSport’s Latest Transfer HeadlinesDuring his time at Spurs, he earned 13 caps for England between 2013 and 2016, scoring three times.He has since gone on to play for Newcastle, Crystal Palace, Everton and Luton.Last season, he scored one goal and provided three assists in 27 Premier League games for Rob Edwards’ side, but could not help them avoid relegation back down to the Championship. More

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      Jamie Carragher reveals Liverpool ‘thought they had’ Cristiano Ronaldo hours before he sealed first Man Utd transfer

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      JAMIE CARRAGHER has revealed Liverpool thought they had Cristiano Ronaldo hours before he joined Manchester United 21 years ago.The Portuguese was signed by Sir Alex Ferguson for £12million at the age of 18 in August 2003.Jamie Carragher faced Cristiano Ronaldo on several occasionsCredit: 2005 Getty ImagesCarragher understands Liverpool were close to securing Ronaldo’s signatureCredit: Sky SportsHe would go on to become one of the club’s all-time great players, winning three Premier League titles, the Champions League and Ballon d’Or during a sensational six years at Old Trafford.Ronaldo, 39, later returned for a second stint in 2021 and spent just over one year back at Man Utd before leaving for Saudi Arabia.Yet Liverpool icon Carragher, 46, who faced Ronaldo on numerous occasions during his first spell in the Premier League, claims the Merseyside club believed they had the forward before the move to Man Utd was announced.Speaking on The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet, he said: “When he actually signed for United I think we were in for him.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”That was when Gerard Houllier and Phil Thompson – Phil Thompson tells the story that he thought we had him. “He was speaking to the agent and before you know it, it breaks on Sky Sports News ‘Ronaldo’s gone to United’ – and I think of what we lacked probably in the best teams I played in at Liverpool.”I think we had world-class or great players in every position over a 10-year period, but I don’t think we ever had a world-class wide player. “Listen, we had the best in John Barnes, late eighties, but I think if you got through the nineties, I don’t think we ever had a player of that ilk.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSCristiano Ronaldo’s first Man Utd spellAppearances: 292Goals: 118Trophies: Premier League x3, FA Cup, League Cup x2, Champions League, Club World CupIndividual honours: Ballon d’Or, Fifa Player of the Year, Champions League top scorer, Premier League Player of the Season x2, FIFPRO World 11 x3, Fifa Puskas AwardCarragher was critical of Ronaldo’s return to Man Utd when he came back for a second stint under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.Ronaldo subsequently ignored him live on air during a Sky Sports Super Sunday as he caught up with former team-mates Gary Neville and Roy Keane.Arne Slot savages Jamie Carragher with six-word put down in brutal moment on live TV after Liverpool winCarragher later responded: “I get a custard pie for getting it right on Ronaldo from day one!”The custard pie for him from ETH [Erik ten Hag] shows the manager thinks the same!”Maybe the ex-Man Utd legends (sycophants!) will now agree with me.” More

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      Brighton confirm transfer of Celtic star Matt O’Riley for TWENTY TIMES what Scottish giants paid for Danish midfielder

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      BRIGHTON have completed the £30million signing of Matt O’Riley from Celtic.The midfielder signs for 20 times what the Scottish giants paid for him.Brighton have completed the £30million signing of Matt O’Riley from CelticCredit: X/ OfficialBHAFCO’Riley moves for 20 times the fee Celtic signed him from MK Dons for in 2022Credit: X/ OfficialBHAFCO’Riley has penned a five-year deal through to 2029 with the Seagulls after two years at Celtic.His arrival takes Brighton’s summer spending to £200million as their eighth signing.Fabian Hurzeler’s spending spree is set to continue this week too with the imminent arrival of Turkey international Ferdi Kadioglou.The O’Riley deal sees Celtic receive 20 times what they paid for O’Riley in 2022.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe signed from MK Dons for just £1.5million, having started his career with Fulham.During his time at Celtic Park, the 23-year-old scored 27 goals and provided 35 assists in 124 appearances.He has also won two caps for Denmark after switching his international allegiance from England.O’Riley played for the Three Lions at youth level after being born in London.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHowever, he is eligible for Denmark through his mum, but did miss out on a place in their Euro 2024 squad.He arrives at the Amex fresh from winning Celtic’s Player of the Year award last season as they won their third league title in a row.Emotional Matt O’Riley opens up on Celtic transfer exit as he leaves ‘family club’ for new challenge at BrightonAs for Brighton, the Seagulls have made a winning start to the campaign with two wins from two matches.Saturday’s late win over Manchester United leaves Hurzeler’s side second ahead of this weekend’s trip to Arsenal. More

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      Man Utd outcast Jadon Sancho edges closer to Juventus transfer with ‘private jet scheduled to fly winger to Italy’

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      JADON SANCHO is edging closer to a move away from Manchester United.A private jet has reportedly been scheduled to fly the winger to Italy amid interest from Juventus.A private jet has reportedly been scheduled to fly Jadon Sancho to Italy ahead of a move to JuventusCredit: RexThe Serie A side have been strongly linked with a loan move for Sancho before the transfer window closes.According to the Manchester Evening News, United are prepared to sell the 24-year-old this summer.Erik ten Hag is said to be happy with his squad depth even if Sancho leaves the club.A permanent exit would also help the Red Devils’ profit and sustainability calculations.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, Juventus are only interested in a loan, according to Sky Sports News.The club have already made their stance clear to United, the report adds, as Sancho prepares to fly to Italy.Chelsea have also been linked with a move for the Englishmen before the window closes.Sancho has yet to play in the Premier League this season after being left out of the matchday squad for both fixtures so far.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHe did travel with the team for Saturday’s loss to Brighton, though, but was not involved.It comes after he played seven minutes off the bench in the Community Shield.Did Mazraoui Just Solve Man Utd’s Attacking Problems? | Tactics ExposedSancho, who is out of contract in 2026, spent the second half of last season on loan at Borussia Dortmund.He re-joined the German club in January before going on to score three goals in 21 appearances.Manchester United are prepared to sell Sancho before the transfer window closesCredit: Reuters More

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      Napoli agree £25m deal to sign Scott McTominay in move that could help Man Utd land top transfer target

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      NAPOLI are closing in on a deal for Manchester United star Scott McTominay, according to reports.A fee of £25million has been agreed between the two clubs, with the Red Devils set to receive a percentage of the fee should he leave the Italian side in the future.Scott McTominay is set to join Napoli for £25mCredit: GettyManuel Ugarte is set to replace McTominay at Old TraffordCredit: GettyBoth Man Utd and Napoli are now waiting to get the green light from the player. McTominay, who has been the subject of interest from Fulham this summer, sees his deal expire at Old Trafford come the end of the season.The club have an option to extend his stay by 12 months but would rather cash-in.McTominay’s sale will go down as “pure profit” as he is from the United academy.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThis will help them comply with Profit and Sustainability Rules.The Athletic claim Napoli chief Giovanni Manna has been in Manchester this week to strike a deal for McTominay.The 27-year-old Scot has been on the books of United since he was aged five.He has played 255 times for the club, scoring 29 goals. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSMan Utd are now set to put the funds towards signing PSG star Manuel Ugarte. He is the club’s No1 midfielder target and they are reportedly set to pay £51million for him.SunSport’s Latest Transfer HeadlinesUgarte is keen on the switch and is ready to travel to Manchester.Meanwhile, Napoli representatives have also been in England this week to discuss deals with Chelsea’s Romelu Lukaku and Brighton’s Billy Gilmour.Man Utd ratings vs Brighton: Diallo shines again by Maguire costs Red Devils againMANCHESTER UNITED suffered more misery on the seaside as they lost again at the Amex.It was almost all so different for the Red Devils as, at 1-1, fans celebrated what they thought was a winner – only for the goal to be ruled out in a bonkers offside call.And Joao Pedro pounced to snatch the three points for Brighton deep into added time.Here’s how SunSport’s Lloyd Canfield rated United’s stars…ANDRE ONANA – 4/10Not convincing from a goalkeeper we know can perform with the best in this league.NOUSSAIR MAZRAOUI – 6Has been a good upgrade on Wan-Bissaka judging by his opening performances in a United shirt.HARRY MAGUIRE – 4Was caught ball watching for Danny Welbeck’s opener, and was rendered useless after letting it run past him twice.Improved in the second half with some crucial blocks and was decent in terms of building from the back, but his error may have cost his team three points.LISANDRO MARTINEZ – 5Not a particularly noticeable performance from ‘The Butcher’ in a positive or negative sense.Suppose it was a solid showing but was also caught ball watching for the opening goal.DIOGO DALOT – 7Was unlucky not to have an assist in the first half, but played well and put the team on his back at times.Made a crucial goal line block early on in the second half to deny Brighton a two-goal lead and played some good crosses throughout.CASEMIRO – 6Stepped into tackles well when required and is having something of a resurgence at the start of this season – doesn’t look as off the pace as he did last campaign.His final ball was disappointing at times, but overall a solid showing.KOBBIE MAINOO – 7Composure personified, Kobbie played like a midfielder well beyond his years.Was always on hand to break up play, a la N’Golo Kante, but showed a calmness and ability on the half-turn which really puts him up there with the best in the league – a great performance let down by that of his teammates.MASON MOUNT – 5Didn’t play badly in the first half, but also added nothing really going forward for this Man Utd team.Hooked at half-time for the more threatening Joshua Zirkzee.MARCUS RASHFORD – 6Had a goal ruled out in the first half after he had persisted brilliantly to head home.A little unlucky but it was still far from the finest Marcus Rashford performance we have seen, he looked a little low on confidence before being hooked for the more confident Garnacho.AMAD DIALLO – 8Had a great chance to open the scoring early on in the game as he arrived at the back post, but it wasn’t quite at the right height for him.The young winger clearly has bundles of ability, and bagged the equaliser with a fine cut inside and finish with his left foot.Worth a note that after losing his mother it takes a hell of a man to even be out on that pitch at 22-years-old. Well played Amad, we are with you.BRUNO FERNANDES – 7Cut a frustrated figure up front for Man Utd in the first half before thinking he’d bagged an assist when Alejandro Garnacho tapped home, only for it to be ruled out by VAR.Just wasn’t his day today, but still created chances for his team and looked the most likely source of a winner for the Red Devils.SUBS:JOSHUA ZIRKZEE (MASON MOUNT, 45) – 4His only real action of note in the game was denying his team the winning goal.Alejandro Garnacho had done the hard work and was about to give Man Utd the lead, only for Zirkzee to slide in and see it ruled out for offside.His mistake did display an eagerness to score, but it was an error which cost his side nonetheless.ALEJANDRO GARNACHO (MARCUS RASHFORD, 65) – 6Did his job well in replacing Marcus Rashford and adding the end product which was needed by Erik ten Hag, but was robbed of a goal by his teammate as aforementioned.Looks a danger whenever he plays on that left hand side, but after the goal that never was he was well defended for the remaining minutes.SCOTT MCTOMINAY (BRUNO FERNANDES, 79) – 5Bought on as a target man once again to try and get the winner for United, he wasn’t really provided with many opportunities in just over 10 minutes to really do that.MATTHIJS DE LIGT (HARRY MAGUIRE, 79) – 5Wasn’t really given enough of a chance to show what he is all about, but it’s minutes in the tank for the new man and he did what was asked of him after coming off the bench.ANTONY (AMAD DIALLO, 90) – 5In fairness to him, made a good run as soon as he entered the pitch and crossed well for Scott McTominay.However, he wasn’t given enough time to make any significant impact. 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      Top 10 Premier League earners on combined £3.55MILLION a week as Osimhen demands record wages to join Chelsea

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      VICTOR OSIMHEN is set to become the highest-paid player in the Premier League if he completes his move to Chelsea.The Napoli striker, 25, is closing in on a £39million transfer to Stamford Bridge as Romelu Lukaku prepares to go the other way.Victor Osimhen could become the highest-paid Premier League player if he joins ChelseaCredit: RexOsimhen’s 76 goals in 133 appearances for Serie A giants has made him one of the most sought-after forwards in European football.And Blues manager Enzo Maresca will hope he can lead the line effectively for his Chelsea side – who started their Premier League campaign with a 2-0 defeat at home to champions Manchester City.Osimhen will have pressure to perform given the lucrative wages he is demanding – HALF A MILLION per week.The figures would eclipse all other Premier League stars – and SunSport has taken a look at the revised 10 biggest earners should Osimhen arrive in England before the window closes.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL10) Jack Grealish – £300k-per-weekJack Grealish, 28, penned a £300,000-per-week contract when he joined Manchester City in 2021 in a deal from Aston Villa worth £100million.He is the third highest-paid man in Pep Guardiola’s squad, but 32 goal contributions in 126 games is under-par for what many expected.Jack Grealish is the third highest-paid Manchester City playerCredit: Getty9) Bruno Fernandes – £300k-per-weekBruno Fernandes, 29, signed a new Manchester United contract earlier this month to keep him at Old Trafford until 2027.Only two Red Devils players earn more than the Portuguese playmaker – who has 79 goals and 67 assists in 236 games for the club.Most read in FootballBruno Fernandes recently signed a new deal at Old TraffordCredit: GettyCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS=6) Marcus Rashford – £325k-per-weekMarcus Rashford earns £25,000 more per week than club captain Fernandes, placing him second on Man Utd’s books.The England international, 26, scored just eight times in all competitions last season and there is pressure on him to perform in the 2024/25 campaign.Marcus Rashford is another player earning in excess of £300,000 per weekCredit: GettyTop 10 highest paid footballers in the world revealed with no Premier League players making the top five=6) Raheem Sterling – £325k-per-weekChelsea forward Raheem Sterling is the joint-highest earner at Stamford Bridge, but is being heavily linked with a transfer away after Maresca left him out of his squad last weekend.Sterling’s representatives issued a statement calling for clarification, with Juventus linked to the Englishman, 29.And the other best-paid player at Chelsea could also be on his way out…Chelsea are trying to offload Raheem Sterling’s big wagesCredit: Getty=6) Romelu Lukaku – £325k-per-weekLukaku, 31, looks set to join Napoli following a horror three-year stint at Chelsea.The Belgian, 31, arrived for £97.5m and secured £325,000 per week in wages, but has not played for TWO YEARS as the Blues farmed him out to Inter Milan and Roma.Romelu Lukaku earns £325,000 per week but has not played for Chelsea for two yearsCredit: Getty=4) Mo Salah – £350k-per-weekLiverpool legend Mo Salah is into the final year of the £350,000-per-week contract he signed in 2022.It remains to be seen whether the Egyptian, 32, who joined in 2017, will extend his stay as he continues to be linked with a move to Saudi Arabia.Mo Salah has the biggest wages of any player at AnfieldCredit: Reuters=4) Casemiro – £350k-per-weekCasemiro, 32, endured a torrid 2023/24 campaign as he received huge criticism… with Jamie Carragher even telling him to leave European football for good.But he has returned for the new season in the Man Utd line-up and looks set to continue as their highest earner.Casemiro is the best-paid Manchester United playerCredit: Getty3) Erling Haaland – £375k-per-weekErling Haaland, 22, scored his 10TH Manchester City hat-trick on Saturday against Ipswich, taking his overall tally to 94 goals in 101 appearances for the English champions.Safe to say he has been worth every penny of the £375,000-per-week they have paid him so far.Erling Haaland is living up to the massive wages Manchester City are paying himCredit: Getty2) Kevin De Bruyne – £400k-per-weekKevin de Bruyne’s title as highest-paid Premier League player could be gone should Osimhen arrive at Chelsea.The Man City man, 33, will go down as one of the all-time greats in English football if he leaves at the end of his contract in the summer after ten years at the Etihad.READ MORE SUN STORIESKevin De Bruyne is the current highest-paid player in the Premier LeagueCredit: Getty1) Victor Osimhen – £500k-per-weekOsimhen is reportedly asking for £500,000 a week to seal his Chelsea transfer.If he was to receive those demands he would become the highest earner in the Premier League, £100,000 per week ahead of De Bruyne.Osimhen is demanding huge wages to join ChelseaCredit: RexOsimhen could top the list of highest-paid Premier League stars More