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      Jurgen Klopp ‘could poach Premier League manager, 50, as RB Leipzig look to replace sacked Marco Rose’

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      JURGEN KLOPP could be set to hire his first manager at RB Leipzig in his new role at Red Bull.Klopp, 57, began his job as Global Head of Soccer at Red Bull on New Year’s Day, just six months after rolling credits on his glittering nine-year stint as Liverpool manager.Liverpool legend Jurgen Klopp could be set to hire his first manager at RB LeipzigCredit: GettyGlobal Head of Soccer at Red Bull Klopp is targeting Crystal Palace boss Oliver GlasnerCredit: RexAnd the legendary German tactician could go back to the Premier League to find a new manager for Leipzig, who now have Zsolt Low in charge on an interim capacity after Marco Rose’s dismissal on Sunday.According to Sky Sports, the Bundesliga giants are keeping tabs on Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner ahead of the summer transfer window.However, it seems like Glasner, 50, wasn’t the first choice and Leipzig turned their attention on him after Sebastian Hoeness extended his stay as Stuttgart manager.The same source claims there has already been contact between the German outfit and the Austrian tactician’s camp.Read More on FootballHowever, if the ex-Eintracht Frankfurt boss wishes to leave Palace then the Prem outfit will require a transfer fee.That is because the Europa League winner’s contract doesn’t run out until 2026.Nevertheless, there is said to still be an “exit option” for Glasner this summer.And Klopp may have a lot of help from Leipzig’s managing director of sport Marcel Schafer, who knows the Eagles’ boss very well from their time working together at Wolfsburg.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSGlasner turned Palace’s fortunes around upon his arrival in February last year.The Leipzig target took them from Premier League relegation strugglers to a strong side that took points off the big hitters.Ex-Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp talks about his new role at Red Bull Glasner counts a total of 24 wins and 13 losses in 49 matches with the Prem side.They also face Aston Villa in the FA Cup semi-final at the end of the month after a brilliant 3-0 win at Fulham on Saturday. More

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      Ambitious ex-Man Utd boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer ‘holds talks with N’Golo Kante over stunning Besiktas transfer’

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      BESIKTAS manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is trying to pull off a major coup by signing N’Golo Kante this summer.Manchester United legend Solskjaer, 52, took over the Turkish giants in January, four years after his dismissal as Old Trafford boss.Besiktas manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants to sign N’Golo KanteCredit: GettySolskjaer and Al-Ittihad star Kante have met ahead of the summer transfer windowCredit: GettyAnd the Norwegian tactician has big plans for his new team after leading them to a massive 2-1 home victory over table toppers Galatasaray on Saturday.According to Yeni Asir, the former United boss wants to sign ex-Chelsea star Kante, 34, ahead of the summer transfer window.The midfielder wishes to leave Al-Ittihad and the same source claims the Saudi giants are open for business by even helping out with his release clause as his £21m-a-year contract runs out in 2026.Solskjaer and the France international have already met and an official bid by Besiktas is expected to be launched in the summer.Read More on FootballThe ex-Cardiff City boss has emphasised his desire to land the ex-Leicester star to club chiefs.The same source adds that Solskjaer told Besiktas’ hierarchy that he is confident he can convince the defensive midfielder to move.The former Molde manager has known the Frenchman from their time together in the Premier League.Kante, who moved to Saudi Arabia in 2023, is considered one of the greatest midfielders to ever play in the English top flight.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe ex-Caen star was one of the main reasons behind Leicester’s shock Premier League title triumph in 2016.Kante also stood out at Chelsea where he won the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup and Europa League.’He is everything you need in a human’, say fans after ex-Chelsea star N’Golo Kante’s latest amazing gesture on pitchBesiktas are currently fourth in the Turkish Super Lig with four points separating them from third-placed Samsunspor. More

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      Arsenal’s five-man striker shortlist including star who could cost MORE than Isak as Arteta vows ‘big’ transfer window

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      THIS summer transfer window for Arsenal has been five years in the making.And according to boss Mikel Arteta, it is going to be a “big one”.Mikel Arteta is planning to splash big on a new strikerCredit: GettyArsenal could move for Newcastle’s Alexander Isak who could cost around £100mCredit: GettyThere are younger talents such as Hugo Ekitike could go for even moreCredit: AFPTaking over in December 2019, Arteta muddled his way through a roller-coaster first term in charge — one that ended with an eighth-placed Premier League finish and FA Cup glory.In September 2020, his title then changed from head coach to manager, and the Spaniard set out his five-year plan to transform the club back into challengers for major honours.Four summer windows have come and gone since then, plus a huge gutting and rebuilding process that sees the North Londoners’ squad unrecognisable from the start of Arteta’s reign.Summer No 5 is just two months away, and finds the Gunners agonisingly close to ending their title drought, looking likely to fall just short for a third year in a row with Liverpool 12 points ahead of them with nine games to go.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAs a result, this window will be all about the missing pieces of the jigsaw.The first piece has potentially already walked through the door — new sporting director Andrea Berta who begins work at London Colney this week.And the Italian, alongside a leadership team that includes Arteta, will now be tasked with doing what his predecessor Edu never managed — landing that elite yet elusive game-changing No 9.Splash £100million or more for Newcastle star Alexander Isak, 25? Most read in FootballEven more for 22-year-old Hugo Ekitike of Eintracht Frankfurt?Between £50m and £60m for Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyokeres, 26, or 25-year-old Wolves star Matheus Cunha?Arsenal star Kai Havertz gets haircut for wedding before marrying wife SophiaOr in the region of £70m to £80m for Red Bull Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko who is still only 21? Whoever it is, Arteta is ready to go big this summer.He explained: “It’s going to be a big one and we are very excited about it.“The way we planned the five first summers, they were going to be very big and they were going to have different objectives.“In the beginning there were a lot of players with three, four or five-year contracts, so the turnaround of the squad and how you visualise the next  five years was very dependent on that.“There are certain positions we didn’t expect to have someone like  Ethan Nwaneri or Myles Lewis-Skelly contributing to, which has been great.“The way you start to evolve, you start to master certain things then the changes cannot be that much. That’s where we are.“The line now is thinner, the margins are smaller. But the cost of that, as well, increases. So it goes a little bit in a different direction.“We want to increase the depth of the squad, but as well, we want to increase the quality and the skills we need to go to the next step.“It’s a big summer for many things because first of all we have to maintain the good foundations that we have and then obviously how can we improve and evolve the team.”’A big addition’Berta, 53, introduced himself to journalists at London Colney ahead of Arteta’s press conference previewing tonight’s home clash with Fulham.He is a quiet, unassuming man, preferring to stay out of the spotlight and has his work do the talking, just like he did for over a decade at Atletico Madrid, recruiting players and building squads that won LaLiga in 2014 and 2021 and reached two Champions League finals.Berta is ready to shake up the status quo of the transfer team that includes managing director Richard Garlick, executive vice-chair Tim Lewis, co-owners Stan and Josh Kroenke and director of football operations James King.Arteta said: “It’s a big addition to the club, to the team, a team that is already formed with a lot of great people. That’s what we need. New blood with people that are so ambitious.“He’s got this personality, this charisma and this drive to win that is going to be very contagious.“What we want to do is clear, for [Berta] to jump on board and hopefully twist it and make it better. I’m very confident he is going to make everyone better. I want to add value.“Straight away the words that come out of Berta’s mouth are always winning, improving and demanding. He’s very honest, very straightforward.“There’s a very clear vision of what he wants to do.“He was so willing to join us, which is a very positive thing as well because he had many other possibilities and he’s chosen to come to us.“And now it’s about us giving him the support and the understanding of the situation and context straight away. “And to start to do what he’s already done for many, many years at the highest level, which has been very impressive.Read More on The Sun“To have people with different expertise, experiences, and they have already done it. It’s very, very helpful.”Arsenal have confirmed they will play the first North London Derby outside the UK in a pre-season clash against Tottenham in Hong Kong on July 31.Viktor Gyokeres is one of Europe’s most lethal forwards at the momentCredit: ReutersWolves’ Matheus Cunha has made himself available on the market and could cost around the same amountCredit: PAArsenal have already been linked with Benjamin SeskoCredit: AFP More

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      Ruben Amorim reveals conversation with Bruno Fernandes about Real Madrid interest as they target £90m transfer

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      RUBEN AMORIM has told Bruno Fernandes he is not for sale at any price — despite Manchester United being desperate to raise cash.Spanish giants Real Madrid are eyeing up a £90million summer swoop for Red Devils captain Fernandes.Ruben Amorim has issued a hands-off warning over Bruno FernandesCredit: RexMan Utd’s captain is a £90million target for Real Madrid boss Carlo AncelottiCredit: GettyBut boss Amorim said: “He’s not going anywhere because I’ve already told him.”United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has been cutting costs  — with up to 450 job losses — after claiming they were in danger of going bust.Amorim admits players will  be sold to pay for summer signings.Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho may end up being sacrificed as United still struggle with Prem financial rules.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe homegrown pair could bring in at least £100m of pure profit.But ahead of Tuesday’s trip to Nottingham Forest, Amorim brushed off talk of Fernandes going. He said: “No. It’s not happening.“We’ve had low points this season but I want Bruno here as we want to win the league again.”Fernandes, 30, last August penned a fresh deal until 2027, with the option of another year.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSThe attacker revealed last month that he could have moved on then.He said: “I sat with the club as I had an offer to leave, we talked about the possibility. I just asked  if they still saw me as part of the club’s future.”Bruno Fernandes responds to Roy Keane’s scathing criticism of Man Utd captain live on Sky Sports Fernandes boasts eight goals and nine assists since Amorim’s November arrival. His hat-trick against Real Sociedad earned a Europa League quarter-final spot.Amorim said: “We’re in control of the situation and feel he’s really happy.“I think he is one more supporter of Man United and he’s the type of player that we want here.“He really feels it. Sometimes you see the frustration —  and maybe some say it is not a good thing in a captain. But it’s a sign that he wants this so bad.”Amorim also had his say on Marcus Rashford’s Aston Villa loanCredit: PAAntony is also enjoying his time away at Real BetisCredit: GettyYet selling on-loan pair Marcus Rashford and Antony would help boost United’s transfer kitty.Rashford got his first goals for Aston Villa in Sunday’s 3-0 FA Cup  win over Preston and is back in the England fold.Antony has eight goal contributions in 12 games since going to Real Betis.Amorim says it is “good news” for the club that the forwards are doing well.Read More on The SunHe said: “Rashford’s a top player, if he wants. So I’m not surprised and it’s the same with Antony.”But on their futures, he added: “I just want to focus on the game.” More

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      ‘Leaving Man Utd works wonders’ – Fans love Antony’s wild Real Betis celebrations as he goes topless and waves huge flag

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      MANCHESTER UNITED flop Antony celebrated wildly as he helped Real Betis make it six league wins in a row.The Brazilian joined the Spanish side on loan during the winter transfer window.Antony celebrated Real Betis winning the Seville derby by waving the club’s flag aroundCredit: GettyThe win also marked six league wins in a rowCredit: GettyOne of Antony’s team-mates said the club need to ‘crowdfund’ to sign him permanentlyCredit: EPAAfter failing to impress across two-and-a-half years at Man Utd following an £86million move from Ajax, Antony has found a new lease of life with Real.The 25-year-old has scored four goals and assisted four in 12 games. His performances have earned him widespread praise.But after playing the full match in a 2-1 win over Sevilla to ensure his side won the Seville derby, it was what he did after the game which really caught the eye.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAs fans celebrated a sixth La Liga win on the bounce by staying behind at the Villamarin Stadium, Antony was seen waving the club’s flag around.The winger had taken his top off while doing so.Later on he was lifted up by goalkeeper Adrian, who joined the club for free last summer after leaving Liverpool.Speaking after the game, Antony’s team-mate Isco urged the club to do all they could to land him and even joked they should do some “crowdfunding”.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKThe former Real Madrid star said: “We need to do crowdfunding or something so that Antony can stay at least one more year. “He has surprised us with the humility he’s brought.”Ex-Man Utd star Memphis Depay sparks mass brawl with cheeky trick as four red cards are handed out in derby clash Fans reacting to Antony’s topless flag waving on social media said: “I’m crying with Antony, this guy… I hope he stays at Betis.” A second said: “Just look at how happy Antony is. Leaving United really works wonders for players.”A third added: “AURA.”Another said: “Passion like that could power the whole stadium!”Real Betis chiefs hinted in February that Antony’s deal could be extended beyond this summer.There is no transfer clause in the deal which took Antony to Spain from Manchester, but the club are covering a portion of his £105,000 a week wages.However, sporting director Manu Fajardo has now outlined the club will likely need to qualify for the Champions League to be able to afford Antony.He said: “In Betis’ sporting department, we work on ‘devalued’ players, analysing data from players who have reached very high moments and peaks, but who for various reasons have significantly decreased their performance.”We are concerned about their situation and speak with major clubs. In his case, we were able to anticipate and convince the player, and his entourage. “Today, Antony is performing immediately from minute one in the squad.READ MORE SUN STORIES”We haven’t lost our enthusiasm, we can’t rule out anything in football and hopefully Real Betis will remain in the top European positions to benefit his continuity and the arrival of other great players.”The club currently sit sixth in La Liga, six points off of the top four.Join SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old Trafford More

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      ‘I’ve made it clear’ – Matheus Cunha confirms plan to leave Wolves with Arsenal and Man Utd circling

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      MATHEUS  CUNHA  confirmed he wants to quit Wolves so he can “take the next step and fight for big titles”.The Brazil forward, 25, was the subject of strong January interest from Arsenal.Matheus Cunha revealed he wants to leave Wolves in the summerCredit: GettyChelsea, Tottenham and Nottingham Forest also wanted to sign the star while Manchester United are interested, too.However, not only did he stay put at Molineux – but he also signed a new contract.The fresh four-and-a-half deal tied Cunha down in the West Midlands until 2029. However, it also reportedly included a £62.5million release clause. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd now Cunha has openly confessed what SunSport reported in January – that he wants out of the club when the transfer market reopens in the summer.Cunha’s 13 Premier League goals look set to be enough to help keep Wolves in the division – unless Leicester or Ipswich can produce a remarkable turnaround to avoid relegation.And with his work all-but complete, the Selecao star is ready to start challenging at the right end of the table – after staying put in January.He told the Guardian: “I had a lot of offers but I wouldn’t feel well if I had done it.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”Some things you can’t control but I couldn’t leave the club in the middle of the season, in a difficult situation, in the relegation zone.”Now, we’re close to achieving our goal [of staying up]. Wolves forward Matheus Cunha faces trial over ‘driving blunder'”But I’ve made it clear that I need to take the next step. “I want to fight for titles, for big things. I have potential.”Cunha arrived at Wolves from Atletico Madrid in 2023, initially on loan before securing a £44m transfer. The former Sion, RB Leipzig and Hertha Berlin attacker is yet to win a trophy in club football.However, with Brazil, he did win the 2019 Toulon Tournament and then secure an Olympic gold medal at the Tokyo Games in 2021. But his incredible talent is not limited to the football pitch – for Cunha can speak six languages fluently: Portuguese, English, Italian, French, German and Spanish. ‘WOLVES GAVE ME JOY’And despite his clear ability, Cunha is candid in his acknowledgement he – like all young men – needs a loving, supportive environment in order to thrive. He added: “Sometimes all we want in life is affection. “People think we have everything, but we’re human beings, too. We need a bit of understanding – we have our difficulties. “Wolves gave me that joy back. The fans [have given] me a lot. “The status I have today, the player I am now and the happiness I’m feeling, it’s because of them. I’m really grateful to Wolves.”I love learning, but I don’t like the football life. The football life deprives you of a lot. “I left home and have been living off football since I was 13. READ MORE SUN STORIES”Maybe when I stop, I’ll be a bit calmer and can think about coaching. “But I’ll need to take a few years off to rest, get my head round it and live like a normal person for a while. I need to live a different life.”The Brazil international speaks six languages fluentlyCredit: AFP More

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      Chelsea reignite Jules Kounde transfer interest and could move for Barcelona star or Premier League ace

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      CHELSEA have rekindled their transfer interest in Barcelona star Jules Kounde… while they keep eyeing Bournemouth ace Dean Huijsen.The Blues have been looking for a highly-rated centre-back ever since Thiago Silva’s departure from Stamford Bridge last year.Chelsea are planning to rekindle their interest in Barcelona star Jules KoundeCredit: GettyChelsea are also keeping tabs on Bournemouth ace Dean HuijsenCredit: AlamyAccording to Sport, the West Londoners are planning another bid for Kounde, 26, whom they tried to sign from Sevilla in 2022 before Barca hijacked the deal with a £42million swoop.The same source claims Chelsea need a central defender that can also cover at full-back, making the France international the perfect pick for manager Enzo Maresca.Kounde was initially supposed to play at centre-back under previous Barcelona boss Xavi but the Spanish tactician quickly realised how good he is at right-back as well and changed his position.Current Blaugrana manager Hansi Flick has continued to field the Frenchman on the right flank of his defence and the player has proven to be among the best in Europe.Read More on ChelseaKounde is “very happy” in Catalonia and is keen to sign a new contract.His current deal is set to expire in 2026.However, the defender is fully aware he could earn more at Stamford Bridge amid Barcelona’s ongoing financial woes.Plus, Kounde would almost certainly play in his natural position at centre-back with the Premier League giants.Most read in FootballBarcelona are full in that position and are planning a move for Bayer Leverkusen ace Jonathan Tah this summer.Chelsea, though, are prepared for another potential transfer blow involving the ex-Bordeaux star.Former Chelsea star Demba Ba talks about his role as director of football of USL And that is why they are also eyeing Bournemouth’s Huijsen, 19, ahead of the summer transfer window.However, the same source claims Real Madrid are also keeping tabs on the Spain international. More

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      Trent Alexander-Arnold raking in millions off the pitch as Liverpool star’s sports firm posts huge profits

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      TRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD scored a huge win off the pitch – banking £8.5million from his sponsorship and image rights deals.The Liverpool defender – who’s almost certain to join Real Madrid this summer – has assets worth £8,577,321 in his sports firm All Star Sports Ltd.Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold has banked £8.5m from his sponsorship and image rights dealsCredit: PAAlexander-Arnold is strongly linked with a move away from Liverpool with Real Madrid very interestedCredit: GettyTAA, 26, has £2,417,770 in cash and shrewdly pumped £2,503,550 into “listed investments and bonds”.The England star launched his image rights firm aged just 18.His company’s latest annual accounts show assets increased £1.9m.That is on top of his £180,000-a-week Liverpool pay, boot deal with adidas and Calvin Klein modelling contract.Read More on FootballThis comes amid intense reports suggesting Alexander-Arnold has agreed to join Real on a five-year contract worth £240,000 per week.It’s reckoned the right-back will pocket an annual salary worth £13m.That breaks down to around £240,000 a week – a tasty rise on his weekly salary at Liverpool.However, the full-back is also set to take home a lucrative signing-on fee as he will be a free agent in June when his contract runs out.Most read in FootballWhile the star can also boost his pay packet with a series of performance-related bonuses.The defender has won every trophy available for his boyhood club and looks set to win his second Premier League title with the Merseysiders.Top 10 highest paid footballersAlexander-Arnold has amassed a total of three goals and seven assists in 39 appearances this season.What happened to the Englishmen who joined Real Madrid?TRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD looks set to join Real Madrid this summer and will join an exclusive club to pull on the famous white jersey.So had did those who came before him get on?LAURIE CUNNINGHAM (1979-1984)Real Madrid splashed out £950,000 to sign Cunningham from West Brom in 1979.As one of the “Three Degrees” alongside Cyrille Regis and Brendon Batson, Cunningham had left an unforgettable mark at the Hawthorns.The left winger became an instant hit in the Spanish capital, scoring twice on his debut.Cunningham helped his side to the LaLiga title in 1980, and played in the European Cup final against Liverpool the following year.Following a loan spell with Manchester United, Cunningham moved to Marseille in 1984.Having played for Leicester, Charleroi and Wimbledon, Cunningham returned to Madrid with Rayo Vallecano in 1988.The following year he tragically died in a car crash in the city aged just 33.STEVE MCMANAMAN (1999-2003)Like Alexander-Arnold is set to, McManaman left boyhood club Liverpool for the bright lights of Madrid in 1999.A silky winger, McManaman proved to be a hit in Madrid.The Bernabeu crowd immediately took to their new English hero, with his floppy hair and nonchalant flair.McManaman helped Real win six trophies in four years, and scored his side’s second goal in their victorious 2000 Champions League final.He went on to leave Madrid in 2003, spending the final two years of his career with Manchester City.After hanging up his boots, McManaman worked as a pundit for Setanta Sports, BT Sport and ESPN.Now 53, he can regularly be seen on TNT Sports’ football coverage, especially when Liverpool or Real Madrid are playing.DAVID BECKHAM (2003-2007)In 2003, Real Madrid made Manchester United superstar Beckham their latest Galactico.Golden Balls joined a squad boasting the likes of Ronaldo, Raul, Zinedine Zidane and Roberto Carlos in the Spanish capital.Despite his love for high-end fashion and the celebrity lifestyle, Beckham became much beloved in Spain for his incredible work rate, professionalism and of course, quality.Despite boasting a star-studded squad, the fabled La Decima – a tenth Champions League triumph – eluded Real Madrid during his four-year stint.He didn’t leave empty-handed, however, winning the LaLiga title in 2007 before leaving for LA Galaxy.Since Beckham hung up his boots in 2013 he has continued to have several endorsement deals; including the likes of Adidas, Armani, Pepsi and the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.Beckham, 49, also owns MLS side Inter Miami, and played a big role in their groundbreaking deal for Lionel Messi in 2023.MICHAEL OWEN (2004-2005)Like McManaman before him, Owen quit Liverpool for Real Madrid.But the former Ballon d’Or winner endured a frustrating season at the Bernabeu, finding himself stuck behind Ronaldo and Raul.Twelve months on from Owen’s £8million switch, Real Madrid doubled their money by flogging him to Newcastle.Owen then spent three years with Liverpool’s rivals Man Utd, before one final year at Stoke.Immediately after hanging up his boots, Owen signed up to be BT Sport’s primary co-commentator upon the channel’s launch.In addition to his punditry work, the former striker has enjoyed several other ventures.Owen, 45, has his own clothing range with Peacocks, while he also appeared on The Masked Singer.JONATHAN WOODGATE (2004-2007)Woodgate endured one of the most infamous debuts of all time after switching Newcastle for Real Madrid in 2004.The luckless defender went through injury hell following the £13.4m transfer, having to wait 17 months before playing his first game.Just 25 minutes in, the England international headed into his own net. Things then got even worse when he was sent off just after the hour mark.Woodgate played just 14 times that season, before a loan move to Middlesbrough effectively ended his Real Madrid career.After signing permanently for Boro, Woody earned a move to Tottenham in January 2008. He won the League Cup barely a month later, and remains the last Spurs player to score a winning goal in a cup final.Following spells with Stoke and back at Middlesbrough, Woodgate retired in 2016.He has since gone into coaching, managing Boro and Bournemouth.Woodgate, 45, returned to Middlesbrough once again in 2022, where he works as a first team coach under Michael Carrick.JUDE BELLINGHAM (2023-present)England superstar Bellingham sealed a blockbuster £115m transfer from Borussia Dortmund to Real Madrid in the summer of 2023.The move has been a resounding success, with the midfielder immediately excelling in Spain.Bellingham scored on his debut, and went on net five times in his first four LaLiga matches.The image of the 21-year-old with his arms outstretched has quickly become an iconic one.Birmingham’s finest has already won LaLiga and the Champions League during his young career.And with Alexander-Arnold soon to be alongside him, Bellingham will feel that he can add plenty more to his already impressive trophy tally. 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