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      Real Madrid legend’s son handed ‘maximum’ deal by Spanish giants after shattering goal records for academy

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      THE SON of the most-decorated player in Real Madrid’s history has been handed the “maximum” contract allowed by the club.The 14-year-old Enzo Alves is the hottest property in the club’s academy.Real Madrid legend Marcelo’s son Enzo has penned a new Real Madrid contractCredit: Instagram @enzoalvesvThe Brazilian’s son has already represented Spain at international levelCredit: Instagram @enzoalvesvThe hotshot was already tied down to the LaLiga giants until the summer of 2026.However, his exploits have now persuaded them to extend that deal until 2027 – which is the longest limit allowed for under-age players.Enzo is the son of legendary Real Madrid left-back Marcelo.The 35-year-old arrived at the Bernabeu from Fluminense in 2007 and went on to win 25 trophies during his 15 years at the club.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe Brazilian international departed the Spanish capital in 2022 after lifting the Champions League for a fifth time.He joined Greek side  Olympiacos but left after just five months and returned to his homeland and boyhood team Fluminense.Marcelo helped them to win the Campeonato Carioca before then playing a key role in their Copa Libertadores success.But while he has been back adding more accolades to his CV in Brazil, his boy has been doing his best to continue the family legacy in Madrid.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAlves is top scorer for Real’s Cadet B team this term on 17 as they battle it out with neighbours Atletico Madrid, who are tied on 71 points with them, for the title.The forward was born in Spain in September 2009 as Marcelo was just beginning his third campaign at Madrid.Real Madrid star Marcelo’s wild celebrations after his son Enzo scores and nails Cristiano Ronaldo’s ‘siu’Alves, who has been spotted performing his dad’s old team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo’s trademark SIU celebration, has also shone on the international stage.Even though his father has been capped 58 times for Brazil, his son has opted to pledge his allegiance to Spain so far at youth level. He is now a regular for the Spanish U15 team and recently scored in a 3-1 victory over Scotland in the Pinatar Super Cup.Can you name the famous fathers?
      Now he is celebrating his new contract extension and was joined by his father, mum Clarice Alves and his brother Liam after putting pen to paper.The teenage ace shared several snaps of the family together at the Ciudad, Real Madrid’s training complex, after committing his future to the club.And he captioned it with: “Happy to be able to continue in the best club in the world. Hala Madrid.”Marcelo is the most-decorated player in Real Madrid’s historyCredit: Rex Features More

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      Champions League giants battling host of EFL clubs for Aston Villa wonderkid after ‘brilliant’ League One loan transfer

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      ASTON VILLA are facing a fight to keep young keeper Viljami Sinisalo with Celtic interested in signing the Finnish international.The Glasgow giants need a new keeper for next season as former England no1 Joe Hart has retired from the game.Celtic are interested in VIlajami SinisaloCredit: GettyCeltic boss Brendan Rodgers is looking at a number of targets and has been impressed by £3million-rated Sinisalo who spent last year on loan at Exeter.A number of Championship clubs are also looking at the 22-year-old who has one year left on his current deal at Villa Park, having joined the club five years ago.Sinisalo spent the entire season on loan at Exeter in League One and played 50 games.He helped them reach the last 16 of the Carabao Cup, knocking out Luton on the way.Read More on FootballHe said: “It’s been the best year of my footballing life. It’s been brilliant.”Celtic, meanwhile, have also looked at Liverpool’s Caoimhin Kelleher but he is likely to land a move to a Premier League club.Reports claim Kelleher wants to leave Liverpool this summer in a bid to take his career to the next level.The 25-year-old has been deputy to Alisson since breaking into the first team in 2019.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSReds boss Jurgen Klopp blocked him joining Wolves last summer even though the goalkeeper wanted to make the switch.But with the manager leaving Anfield this at the end of the season, a move could be made possible.Most dramatic Premier League’s final daysLiverpool currently sit third in the Premier League table, five points adrift of leaders Arsenal.Meanwhile, Aston Villa are fourth with 67 points. More

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      Forgotten England wonderkid who won World Cup with Foden wakes up unemployed after release from League Two strugglers

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      A FORMER Chelsea starlet that was tipped for the top after World Cup glory has found himself unemployed today.George McEachran played alongside Phil Foden and Jadon Sancho for England at youth level.George McEachran (left) pictured in action for Swindon TownCredit: AlamyThe star helped England to win the U17 World Cup back in 2017Credit: GettyMcEachran was a team-mate of Phil Foden (No.7) for the Young LionsCredit: GettyHe has now woken up unemployed after being released by the League Two clubCredit: RexAnd that star-studded squad beat Spain 5-2 back in 2017 to be crowned U17 world champions under future Nottingham Forest boss Steve Cooper’s tutelage.McEachran, whose older brother Josh also came through the ranks at Chelsea before dropping into the lower leagues and is now at Oxford United, even achieved success with the Blues first-team.The midfielder was on the bench for the West London club’s 2019 Europa League victory over Arsenal as he collected another medal to add to his collection.He seemed destined for the very top as he headed to the Netherlands the following season Cambuur in the second tier for some regular senior football.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLDespite only featuring twice in the league, he went Dutch again in the next campaign when joining MVV.Both of those spells away failed to propel him into the Blues squad.That led to him eventually being released by the Premier League giants after his contract expired in 2022 without making an appearance for the club he had been at since the age of nine.Fortunately for him Jody Morris and Ed Brand, who both coached him in the Stamford Bridge academy, were at Swindon Town.Most read in EFLBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd after months of being without a club, Robins boss Morris offered him the opportunity to revive his career in League Two in February 2023.Morris said at the time: “He’ll bring quality. Just in the experience I had with him a few years ago, he’s played at a really good level, he’s won a World Cup for his country and represented England at different age groups.Former Premier League wonderkid who snubbed TEN-YEAR Barcelona contract wakes up unemployed at 32“After his first training session, there were quite a few comments about what the players had just seen from him.“He’s hungry at the moment. His career has stalled for whatever reason and he hasn’t quite hit the heights that he would be hoping for, but I quite liked how he was at the moment.“He just wanted to get down to work and come and train – he messaged Ed (Brand) first and was asking about coming in. “But with the restrictions around bringing someone in at this level, I think the club deserve a big pat on the back for getting someone in of the quality of George.“Albeit, he has a lot to prove and he knows that – but he has a real opportunity here to show what he’s capable of.”He made 16 appearances and impressed enough to earn a 12-month extension last summer but Morris was axed shortly afterwards.McEachran remained a regular under new manager Michael Flynn, who was sacked in January, and current caretaker boss Gavin Gunning.He played 39 matches in all competitions but was unable to stop Swindon from finishing a disappointing 19th in League Two.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd now they have announced that he is one of 11 players, including ex-Premier League men Charlie Austin and Rushian Hepburn-Murphy, that are being released once their deals expire next month.A statement from Swindon read: “We would like to thank all the first-team players who will be leaving us upon the conclusion of the 2023/24 season, and we wish them all the very best in their future careers too.”Josh McEachran came through the ranks at Chelsea but failed to fulfil his potentialCredit: Getty More

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      Arsenal cult hero’s son and nephew of Ballon d’Or winner wakes up unemployed at 27 as he’s released by non-league side

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      THE son of an Arsenal cult hero, whose uncle is also a Ballon d’Or winner, has woken up unemployed after being released by a non-league side.Chris Wreh, 27, has been let go by Hartlepool United following the end of the National League campaign.Chris Wreh has been released on a free transfer by Hartlepool UnitedHis dad is Arsenal cult hero Christopher WrehCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdThe north-east outfit finished 12th in the table, nine points off the playoff spots.And they have now confirmed the exits of nine players whose contracts have expired, including Wreh.The American forward joined Hartlepool last summer on a free transfer from Southend.But he soon dropped down a division after being loaned to Tamworth in December.READ MORE ON ARSENALWreh helped them secure top spot in the National League North table.And after being released by Hartlepool, a permanent deal could now be on the cards.Wreh certainly has pedigree on his side, with his dad being none other than former Arsenal striker Christopher Wreh.He scored three goals in 28 games while playing for the Gunners between 1997 and 2000.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWreh Sr also starred for Monaco and Birmingham while clocking up 36 games for Liberia.And there’s an even more famous name in the family, with young Wreh’s uncle being Ballon d’Or winner George Weah.I’m a Ballon d’Or winner who spent nine forgettable months in the Premier League – now I’m my country’s presidentWreh’s uncle is Ballon d’Or winner George WeahCredit: Getty Images – GettyThe world-famous forward scored tons of goals at Monaco, PSG and AC Milan.He even had spells in England with Chelsea and Man City.And the highlight of Weah’s career came in 1995 when he won the Ballon d’Or.Can you name the famous fathers? More

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      Man Utd and Chelsea in transfer boost as Dortmund will try to use Champions League funds to buy Sancho and Maatsen

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      BORUSSIA DORTMUND are determined to keep loan stars Jadon Sancho and Ian Maatsen this summer, according to reports.The two Premier League loanees joined Dortmund on loan in January.Ian Maatsen (C) and Jadon Sancho (R) could sign permanent deals with Borussia DortmundCredit: GettyMaatsen has told Chelsea he wants to leaveCredit: GettyMan Utd are set to offload SanchoCredit: GettySancho made the move from Manchester United while Maatsen swapped Stamford Bridge for Signal Iduna Park.Both players had managed just 15 Prem appearances between them before leaving their respective clubs.But they are now thriving under the guidance of Edin Terzic in the Bundesliga.Club chiefs are so impressed with the pair that they want to sign them on permanent deals.Read More on FootballAccording to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, Borussia Dortmund will “really try” to keep both Sancho and Maatsen at Signal Iduna Park beyond the summer.The Bundesliga secured a fifth Champions League place on Wednesday, meaning Dortmund’s chances of qualifying for next season have increased.Borussia Dortmund chiefs are set to earmark the qualification funds for transfers, with Sancho and Maatsen the two main priorities.Man Utd are expected to offload Sancho on a permanent basis this summer.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSancho has impressed since returning to Borussia DortmundMaatsen is determined to sign for Dortmund on a permanent basisThe winger publicly fell out with Erik ten Hag after being dropped against Arsenal in September.He accused the manager of using him as a “scapegoat” after the match.Jamie Carragher interviews Jadon Sancho on live TV after EIGHT PINTS and CBS Sports studio cannot bear to watchSancho was subsequently exiled from the squad, left out of the annual team photo and forced to train alone.The England star has since established himself as an important first team player for Borussia Dortmund.Meanwhile, Maatsen made 15 appearances for Chelsea before being sent out on loan – all-but one of which were from the bench.The left-back has now told the Blues that he wants to leave Stamford Bridge permanently this summer.And his dad has revealed he wants to stay at Borussia Dortmund. More

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      Marcus Rashford will resist Man Utd’s attempts to cash in on £80m star as Red Devils face huge pay off to get rid of him

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      MARCUS RASHFORD will resist any attempt by Manchester United to sell him this summer.The Red Devils are ready to cash in on the £80million-rated, underperforming England star.Marcus Rashford will resist Manchester United’s attempts to sell him in the summerCredit: GettySir Jim Ratcliffe is open to selling most of the squad as part of a huge change-upCredit: GettyNew part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is undertaking a total overhaul of the Old Trafford squad.And Rashford would raise the most cash because any sale of an academy product would become pure profit. A transfer would allow United to splash more money in the summer.But forward Rashford, 26, does not want to leave his boyhood club as he is happy in Manchester.He is under contract until 2028 on a deal worth £325,000 a week and it is unlikely he would find any club willing to match those terms.READ MORE ON MAN UTDMan Utd face handing Rashford a massive pay-off if they try to force him out the door.He scored 30 goals in 56 United games last season and attracted interest from Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid before signing his new deal last July.But his form has dropped dramatically since.Rashford has only eight club goals this term and, rather than being the first name on the team sheet, has been regularly dropped or subbed.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFans have also grown frustrated with the home-grown star, booing him at the FA Cup semi-final when he was taken off towards the end of normal time.Rashford’s relationship with manager Erik ten Hag has also broken down to the point where the pair barely speak.Gary Neville reveals Man Utd stars would be ‘killed’ if they broke four unwritten rules in matchesTen Hag is furious with the player for ignoring his warnings about his off-pitch lifestyle after he partied following the 3-0 derby defeat last October.Then he was seen partying again in Belfast until the early hours of January 26 when he was supposed to be training that day.Rashford rang in sick and was dropped from the squad for the FA Cup tie at Newport two days later.As well as his place in United’s team now under scrutiny, he could miss out on a Euros place.Erik ten Hag is facing the sack at the end of the seasonCredit: PA More

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      Brighton target former Man Utd coach to be their new manager if Roberto De Zerbi quits

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      BRIGHTON will target Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna if Roberto De Zerbi leaves the club this summer, according to reports.The Seagulls have endured a torrid run of form, failing to win any of their last six Premier League games.Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi has overseen a poor run of form at the AmexCredit: ReutersBrighton will be interested in Ipswich boss Kieran McKennaCredit: AlamyThey have also picked up just six victories from their last 28 league matches.That has seen De Zerbi’s side – who were in Europe this season – slip to 12th in the table, four points adrift of the top half.And it has led to speculation over the future of Italian De Zerbi, 44, who took over in September 2022 and led Brighton to Europa League qualification last season.He had been linked with moves to Liverpool and Bayern Munich, but appears to have been overlooked for both.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLChelsea, Manchester United and AC Milan have also been mooted as potential destinations.Now, according to The Guardian, the Seagulls have made Ipswich head coach McKenna, 37, their top target should they be looking for a new manager in the summer.Brighton are understood to be “paying close attention” to the man who worked as a first-team coach under Jose Mourinho, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Ralf Rangnick at Man Utd.He joined the Tractor Boys in December 2021 and guided them to promotion from League One last season.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSNow they are on the brink of a second consecutive promotion, needing just a point from their final game of the campaign to secure a return to the Premier League after 22 years away.However, reports are Brighton will push to bring McKenna in irrespective of whether or not Ipswich make it into the top flight.Who could be Man Utd’s next manager after Ten Hag?McKenna is under contract with the Championship club until 2027That means that Ipswich will be able to demand hefty compensation should he decide he wants to leave.Klopp has botched his Liverpool exit… and it’s cost him his legacy, says Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd
      NOW we know Jurgen Klopp’s final major trophy haul at Liverpool — one Champions League, one Premier League, one FA Cup, two League Cups and (if you must) a World Club Cup.
      But where does his reign stand among the greatest of the Premier League era?
      In black-and-white terms, Klopp is way behind Sir Alex Ferguson and Pep Guardiola, the only two men to have won multiple Premier Leagues and a Champions League at the same club.
      Those two sit alongside Brian Clough, Bob Paisley and Sir Matt Busby as the undoubted all-time managerial greats of the English game.
      But Klopp ranks in the next tier down — with Arsene Wenger, Jose Mourinho (the Chelsea version), Bill Shankly and Don Revie.
      These were all men with the strength of character to transform their clubs in their own image and enjoy success but who did not win as much as they might have done.
      Had Klopp managed to keep his intentions under wraps and ended up with another title, perhaps even a treble or quadruple, he’d have edged himself up into that highest echelon with Ferguson, Guardiola, Clough, Paisley and Busby.
      But deciding the timing and the manner of your exit is one of the toughest calls for any manager or sportsman.
      Klopp got it wrong.
      Read Dave Kidd’s take on Klopp’s demise in full here.
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      Forgotten Man Utd star who hasn’t played a single game all season open to staying after contract expires in summer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED star Tom Heaton is reportedly open to staying at the club after his contract expires this summer.The goalkeeper has found game time hard to come by since returning to the club in the summer of 2021 and is yet to feature this season.Tom Heaton could stay at Manchester United after his contract expiresCredit: GettyBut he has played an important role off the pitch and was part of a core group of leaders under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.Erik ten Hag persuaded Heaton to stay at the club last summer amid interest from Luton, with the keeper penning a one-year deal.Now Heaton is in the final two months of his contract, which is unlikely to be renewed.The former England star is believed to be considering his options but is open to remaining at Old Trafford in a coaching capacity, report Manchester Evening News.READ MORE ON MAN UTDHeaton, 38, has made three appearances for United including one in the Champions League.He arrived at the club hoping to be second choice behind Dean Henderson, who Solskjaer promised would be No1 with De Gea listed for sale, and shared his disappointment at not playing enough.Heaton said: “I was hoping [to be second choice]. I was hoping to go in and challenge.”I knew the situation so, to some degree, it was my own fault but you always back yourself a little bit. I can’t have too many complaints.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSVictory his never been less glorious than this for Man Utd, says Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd
      PROBABLY only Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United could book a place in an FA Cup final while hanging their heads in shame.
      Minutes after the final whistle of this ridiculous semi-final, Coventry’s magnificent underdogs were performing a lap of honour to their cheering fans — while most of United’s players and supporters had disappeared.
      Then the Wembley PA system started blaring out ‘Glory, Glory Man United!’ and everybody started laughing out loud.
      Victory has never been less glorious.
      As a party-starter, it fell flat. As a stab at dark humour, it was sensational.
      Even by United’s standards of low farce this was ridiculous.
      Now even the unlikely scenario of a final victory over City is unlikely to save Ten Hag’s job.
      After all, Louis van Gaal was axed days after United last won this competition in 2016 and his side were never as bad as this current lot.
      Read Dave Kidd’s thoughts on the game in full.
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      “I always felt a little bit of unfinished business [at the club] from my point of view and there were a lot of positives to coming back. The fact is that as a footballer, there’s no substitute for playing.”United are reportedly willing to listen to offers for all but three of their stars – Kobbie Mainoo, Rasmus Hojlund and Alejandro Garnacho.Ex-Man Utd history maker Josh Harrop becomes unemployed aged 28 More