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    Wanda Nara, 38, ‘dating PSG star and most eligible bachelor, 26,’ who was team-mates with ex-husband Mauro Icardi

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    MAURO ICARDI’s ex-wife Wanda Nara has reportedly found a new man – and he used to be team-mates with her former husband.The 38-year-old married Icardi in 2014 but endured multiple break-ups and reconciliations.Wanda Nara has reportedly found love after her split from Mauro Icardi (pictured)Credit: Instagram @mauroicardiThe super WAG was in attendance at the CL final and sent out this snap to her 17.5m followersCredit: instagram @wanda_naraWanda has been single since splitting from Icardi last yearCredit: INSTAGRAMNara and the Galatasaray striker finally split for good last summer.And after a spell of enjoying single life, Nara has been linked with a new flame. The Wag-turned-agent was in Munich last Saturday to watch the Champions League final between PSG and Inter Milan.Spanish journalist Yani Latorre claims Nara is seeing PSG’s “most eligible bachelor” Achraf Hakimi, 26, – a former team-mate of Icardi.READ MORE ON SPORTLAM host Yani Latorre claimed, via the Daily Star: “I have the name of the PSG player [Nara is dating].”He’s PSG’s most eligible bachelor. She knows him from Mauricio’s time at PSG.”It seems she is with Hakimi.”Wanda stayed where the PSG players and their families are [in Munich]. She participated in the intimate celebration at the hotel. Most read in Football”[She] was recording for MTV in Italy. They sent her a plane ticket, a hotel reservation, and a ticket to the stadium – someone from PSG.”Nara took over the duties of her husband’s agent, and helped mastermind a loan move from Inter Milan to PSG in 2019. Wanda Nara risks Instagram ban as Mauro Icardi’s ex-wife poses naked to promote new singleThe couple announced they had split in 2022, only to get back together.But last summer, Nara opened up about the end of their relationship, with the pair now heading for divorce.Nara told America TV: “For personal and health reasons, I tried once more, but it didn’t work. Let everyone talk. I’ve saved my silence for the last. “I know how hard endings are and what they cost. There are things on TV and the internet that aren’t true, but I accept it as part of the bad and who I am.Nara has been linked with PSG star Achraf Hakimi – a former teammate of IcardiCredit: Getty”I decided to end it, but Mauro and I will still be a family. It wasn’t a mistake to try more when there was love. “I regret nothing. These years were the best of my life, but now I must be alone.”There is no villain or third party. Our relationship was always stronger than it seemed from the outside. “My priority has always been my children, and now more than ever. Thank you for your respect.”Hakimi began his career at Real Madrid and is the captain of Morocco.He joined PSG in 2021 and has played 168 times for the Ligue 1 giants, scoring 23 goals.The star is currently single after divorcing ex-wife Hiba Abouk in 2023. Read More on The SunHakimi was married to the Spanish actress for three years.The couple have two sons, born in 2020 and 2022. Wanda has been single since splitting from Icardi last yearCredit: InstagramThe Argentine is a model and TV presenterCredit: InstagramShe boasts almost 18 million followers on Instagram aloneCredit: Instagram @wanda_naraWanda acted as Icardi’s agent during their time togetherCredit: Instagram @wandanara More

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      Former Premier League star Mark Bright marries Ian Wright’s estranged sister who MOTD pundit hasn’t spoken to in years

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      MARK BRIGHT has married his former team-mate Ian Wright’s estranged sister Dionne.Bright, 62, formed an iconic strike partnership with Wright at Crystal Palace between 1986 and 1991.Mark Bright has married Ian Wright’s sister DionneCredit: Instagram / @markbright_The happy couple beam on their big dayCredit: Instagram / @markbright_Bright, 62, posted a trio of wedding snaps to InstagramCredit: Instagram / @markbright_Wright, 61, has had a strained relationship with Dionne due to a falling out over the ex-England forward’s second wife Nancy.Amid her sibling squabble, Dionne has now tied the knot with Bright.Posting a trio of stunning pictures from their wedding day, Bright wrote on Instagram: “A great end to the season and an even better start to the summer, thank you to all our family and friends who helped make our day so special.”We created some amazing memories at a great venue, with good people, good food, and good music.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBright signed off the post “D&M”.The Palace legend has received congratulations from several footie pals, including Andy Cole, Jeffrey Schlupp and Adebayo Akinfenwa.It is unclear whether Dionne has since mended her relationship with brother Ian.But in 2019, the ex-footballer revealed that he had not spoken to his estranged sister in 15 years.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKIan Wright spoke about his estranged sister in 2019Credit: ReutersBright and Wright formed an iconic strike partnership at Crystal PalaceCredit: Rex FeaturesAppearing on I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! – Wright accused Dionne of being “selfish and vindictive” towards Nancy.The Arsenal legend said: “So what happens now? ‘I don’t like your vibe’ – Ian Wright calls out Paul Scholes in heated row over Arsenal”Mark Bright is somebody like a big brother and someone I respect who has guided me.”What will happen if they get married? Is she going to apologise before she walks up the aisle?“I want something to happen because my wife does not deserve to be treated like this. My sister has not found the decency to realise she should have ­apologised by now.“I haven’t spoken to my sister for 15 years. She was very ­disrespectful to my wife when we had just got together.“She ­obviously knew my ex-wife and my kids and so she felt like she had to take a side which I couldn’t ­understand, because I am her brother.”Wright married first wife Deborah in 1993, with the pair having two children together before splitting in 2004.He subsequently began a relationship with Nancy, with the pair tying the knot in 2011.’TOTALLY BLANKED HER’Appearing on The True Geordie podcast, Wright opened up on an incident between Dionne and Nancy during the filming of a Channel 4 programme.Wright said: “Nancy went to introduce herself and she totally blanked her in front of people, saying ­something about, ‘I have to be true to my niece and nephew.’”This happened when I was in the green room. So I came out and said to Nancy, ‘Where’s my sister?’Read More on The Sun”She said, ‘You understand what happened.’ When I went over to her I could feel the anger from my toes. I said, ‘As long as we live I don’t want to ever see you again. The only time I will speak to you is when you apologise to her.’“And she said, ‘I am not ­apologising to anyone.’ So I said, ‘That is good because I will never have to see you again.’”Wright married second wife Nancy in 2011Credit: Getty More

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      Declan Rice and girlfriend Lauren Fryer make rare public appearance after cruel trolls forced her off social media

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      DECLAN RICE’S girlfriend Lauren Fryer made a rare public appearance at Jarrod Bowen’s wedding.The Arsenal midfielder attended his old team-mate’s ceremony as the West Ham captain tied the knot with reality star Dani Dyer.Declan Rice’s girlfriend appeared to be in the background applauding the happy coupleCredit: InstagramDani Dyer and Jarrod Bowen tied the knot in a lavish ceremonyCredit: Dani DyerLauren and Declan Rice are childhood sweetheartsCredit: Instagram @laurenfryer_Bowen looked dapper in a suit as his bride stunned in a glamorous white dress at the couple’s star-studded ceremony in Buckinghamshire.As the newlyweds walked off after saying their vows, a picture was taken of a smiling Dani holding a bouquet of flowers.And eagle-eyed fans spotted Rice applauding in the background.According to the Daily Mail, his rarely-seen girlfriend Lauren was stood in front of him.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThey are childhood sweethearts and have a young son named Jude.But unlike Dani, who partied with actor dad Danny on her big day, Lauren chooses to stay out of the spotlight.She suffered cruel online abuse last year and it led to her wiping her social media clean.It is not just Bowen and Rice who are close pals, as their Wags also struck up a close bond after spending last summer’s Euros with England together.Most read in FootballDani has spoken out to defend her, exclusively telling The Sun last year: “It was so hard, the trolling, as she doesn’t put herself out there.“I think it’s harder when you are not in [the celebrity world] and you are being personally attacked. I found that hard. Roy Keane responds to Jill Scott joke about Declan Rice on Stick To Football“She is a really good mum, who keeps to herself. No one deserves to be criticised like that. It was so cruel.“She got a lot of support from all of us, which she definitely needed.”Dani and dad Danny on her big dayCredit: Instagram
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      Gary Lineker reunites with brother Wayne amid 17-year feud as pair neck bottle of booze at his son’s Ibiza wedding

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      GARY LINEKER appeared to put his feud with brother Wayne to one side as they partied at a family wedding in Ibiza.The Linekers celebrated in style as the former Match of the Day host’s son Harry got married.Gary Lineker knocked back booze at his son’s weddingCredit: InstagramThe former Match of the Day host celebrated by waving a napkin in the airCredit: InstagramWayne later got his turn, tilting his head back and catching the drink in his mouthCredit: InstagramGary looked dapper in a suit alongside his boysCredit: InstagramHarry, 31, tied the knot with partner Bella in a luxurious ceremony on the Spanish island over the weekend.And several videos posted on social media show both Gary, 64, and Wayne, 63, enjoying themselves.The former England striker looked dapper in a smart white shirt and glasses.But he risked getting drenched in one clip as a bottle of booze was poured directly into his mouth.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHis younger brother Wayne made the short trip to the ceremony from his O Beach party hotspot and was dressed to impress in a stylish suit.The entrepreneur and club owner joined in the fun, stepping up next to tilt his head back and catch the drink in his mouth.Spirits were high, literally, as all the family celebrated together in the Ibiza sun. It comes after a 17-year feud between the Lineker brothers. Most read in FootballGary’s son Harry tied the knot to his partner BellaWayne and Gary had fell out in 2008The two are believed to have fallen out while Gary was with his second wife Danielle Bux.They travelled to Ibiza to visit Wayne but the trip broke their close relationship, which saw an end to their weekly phone calls.He told The Sun in 2015: “In my opinion, Danielle cost me my relationship with my brother. Sadly Gary is no longer a part of my life.”They came to Ibiza in August 2008 and it was really awkward. I didn’t spark with Danielle and our relationship was cold.”Wayne was Gary’s best man at his first wedding to Michelle Cockayne in 1986.But the club owner did not attend as the ex-BBC host tied to knot with Danielle because his invite did not extend to his girlfriend at the time Ana Tanaka.Opening up on the brother’s relationship in a recent interview with The Mail, Wayne said: “It’s not so good to be honest, we don’t really speak very often. I’ll always be his number one fan.”The Linekers boozy ceremony came as The Sun exclusively revealed that BBC chiefs delivered a final snub to Gary just before his final Match of the Day show.They decided to axe his last interview with Liverpool hero Mo Salah without warning.Read More on The SunThe Beeb feared Lineker — involved in an online row over an antisemitic post — would say something controversial about Gaza.He stepped out of the hotseat following a 26-year stint as presenter just over a week ago.Wayne Lineker hosts celebs and footballers at his O Beach Club in IbizaCredit: Instagram @waynelinekerHe has been seen partying with the likes of Jack Grealish and Jude BellinghamCredit: Instagram More

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      Jarrod Bowen’s Vegas stag do revealed as West Ham ace set to take a massive risk

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      WEST Ham’s Jarrod Bowen will party in Las Vegas on his stag do — with fiancée Dani Dyer’s dad Danny drafted in to keep him under control.The Hammers ace, 28, will marry the EastEnders hardman’s daughter next Saturday in Essex.Jarrod Bowen will party in Las Vegas on his stag do and is only giving himself two days to recover ahead of his wedding to Dani DyerCredit: GettyDani’s dad Danny has been drafted in to keep him under controlCredit: InstagramBut he is only giving himself two days to recover, as he will jet out to Sin City with his closest pals on Monday before returning after four days on the Thursday.A source said: “Jarrod plays his final game of the season for West Ham on Sunday and will then fly to Vegas with the boys the following morning.“It’s going to be a typical lads trip but Danny will be on hand to keep an eye on things so they don’t get out of hand — but he’s such a wild one himself, it’s more likely Jarrod will be keeping an eye on him.“Dani has already warned she doesn’t want to hear of any strippers being involved.”read more on jarrod bowenWhile England ace Jarrod and Dani have lots of famous pals, their wedding day is set to be a traditional affair.The lavish event has been inspired by one of Dani’s favourite TV shows, Bridgerton, with the couple even splashing out on fancy violinists.’EMOTIONAL WRECK’Dani said: “Jarrod’s little brother and my little Santi will be page boys.”My brother Arty is going to be a groomsman.Most read in Football“Then I’ve got six bridesmaids. “Knowing Dad, he will be an emotional wreck.”Dani, 28, is flying out for a lavish hen-do on Ibiza this weekend with 17 girls including her little sister Sunnie. Inside Dani Dyer’s lavish hen do with sister Sunny and Love Island’s Georgia Steel ahead of wedding to Jarrod BowenShe is set to jet back into the UK on Monday.Last month Dani hosted her first hen-do as she threw a party with friends and family including her Love Island best pal Georgia Steel.During the raucous evening the girls were treated to a male stripper but rather than have the buff lad dance for them they had to draw him.The couple will have to wait for their honeymoon though, as Jarrod is tipped to be called up for England’s next game on June 7.The squad will take on Andorra at Wembley Stadium.West Ham’s Jarrod is tipped to be called up for England’s next game on June 7Credit: AlamyUnlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More

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      Meet the stunning Europa League Wags cheering on Man Utd & Tottenham… from a glam doctor to Molly-Mae’s bestie

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      WITH 80,000 fans heading to Bilbao and millions more glued to TV sets, the Europa League final is one of the biggest sporting events of the year.And there’s plenty at stake as Tottenham face off against Manchester United tonight in the much anticipated match.Famous WAG Fern Hawkins is married to Harry MaguireCredit: GettyMan Utd’s Diogo Dalot proposed to his stunning girlfriend Claudia Pinto LopesCredit: Instagram / @diogodalotThe winning team could receive up to £54.4million and will earn a place in the Champions League for next season.It’s a dream ticket for the victorious team, and they’ll be cheered on all the way by their glamorous wives and girlfriends.The supporting stars are a talented bunch themselves and have proved to be true keepers in the lads’ lives. BETTING OFFER – GET EITHER TEAM TO WIN THE EUROPA LEAGUE AT 40/1READ MORE SPORT We take a look at some of the stunning Manchester United and Spurs WAGs who might make you take your eye off the ball – from a star philanthropist to the daughter of a mayor.MANCHESTER UNITEDClaudia Pinto and Diogo Dalot The couple have been dating since 2020Credit: Instagram/ClaudiaspintolopesClaudia posts her lavish WAG lifestyle on her social mediaCredit: Instagram/laudiaspintolopesClaudia Pinto, 25, is engaged to Portugese full-back Diogo Dalot, 26, and they have a one-year-old daughter. The pair, who have been dating since 2020, regularly post loved-up snaps on social media. Claudia joined Dalot in Italy when he spent a year with AC Milan during 2020.Most read in FootballEarlier this month she posted snaps from her glamorous hen party online. The WAG appears to live the life of luxury and keeps fans up to date with her regular outfit and make-up Instagram posts. Fern Hawkins and Harry MaguireFern and Harry tied the knot in 2022Credit: InstagramFern now owns her own businessCredit: InstagramHarry Maguire slow dances with wife Fern Hawkins at lavish wedding Science graduate and former physiotherapist Fern has been married to Harry since 2022 but they met when they were just 18 years old. The pair have two daughters, Lillie Saint Maguire, six, and Piper Rose, four. Last year entrepreneur Fern decided to open her own florist. She targeted the celebrity party market and even named her business venture after her daughters – The Saint Rose Floristry. Loyal Fern, 30, previously spoke out in support of her husband, 32, after he was arrested in Mykonos following a drunken bust-up outside a nightclub in August 2020.She slammed “lying” Greek cops for trying to ruin the Man United defender’s “reputation”. Melanie Kamayou and Andre Onana Melanie Kamayou is a pharmacist doctorCredit: instagram @ melaniekamayouMelanie first started dating Andre in 2019Credit: instagram @ melaniekamayouMelanie Kamayou, 29, is a pharmacist doctor and businesswoman, acting as co-chair of the Andre Onana Foundation. Melanie and goalkeeper Andre Onana, 29, married in 2023 after first being spotted together in 2019. She was left devastated after being robbed of her £62,000 Hermes Birkin bag and a Rolex watch outside a restaurant in Alderley Edge, Cheshire earlier this year. The pair still look loved-up and support each other on and off the pitch, with Melanie travelling across four different countries to watch Onana play.The social media star and model has been in the stands supporting Onana at Ajax in the Netherlands, Inter Milan in Italy, Manchester United and away on international duty for Cameroon.Anouska Santos and Luke ShawAnouska Santos is close friends with Love Island star Molly-MaeCredit: Getty ImagesThe pair typically keep their relationship privateCredit: Instagram @anouskasantosAnouska Santos, 28, owns an accessories brand, Treats Studios, and is good friends with influencer and former Love Island star Molly-Mae Hague. While Anouska is a familiar face among the Premier League WAGs, she and boyfriend Luke Shaw keep a very private relationship but have been posting together on social media since 2017. The pair have three children – a boy, four, and two girls, one and two. Anouska recently jetted to Germany to support England star Luke, 29, and fans were quick to compliment her flawless outfit. Maja Nilsson and Victor Lindelof Maja has been dubbed the Premier League’s hottest WAGCredit: Instagram/majanilssonlindelofMaja is a popular Instagram modelCredit: Instagram/majanilssonlindelofThe pair got married in 2018Credit: Instagram/majanilssonlindelofMaja Nilsson, 25, and Swedish defender Victor Lindelof, 30, tied the knot in 2018 and Maja has since been dubbed the Premier League’s hottest Wag, with fans calling her the “finest of the finest”. Maja is a keen influencer and fashion entrepreneur, with more than 250,000 followers on Instagram.She recently starred on the cover of a glossy magazine and showed off her flawless bump as she is currently pregnant with the pair’s third child. Sadly the family experienced a horrific break-in during 2022 and Maja was forced to lock herself and her children in a room after intruders broke into their home. Anna Mariana and Casemiro Anna has two children with her football crazy husbandCredit: Instagram/annamarianacasemiroAnna Mariana is a makeup artistCredit: Instagram/annamarianacasemiroCasemiro plays for Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyAnna Mariana Casemiro, 35, is a Brazilian makeup artist and shares two children with the United midfielder. It was rumoured in 2023 that Casemiro had been cheating on his wife for years, but Anna hit back on social media. She said: “Oh man, really? Best to investigate your sources first, I just look around and know it’s not him.”The pair got together in 2011 and tied the knot three years later.Anna made headlines last year for defending her husband on Instagram after his performance during a clash against Liverpool was criticised. She swiftly posted a picture of Casemiro’s trophy cabinet – reminding fans of his talents. Ana Pinho and Bruno Fernandes Ana Pinho and United captain Bruno Fernandes met when they were teensCredit: Instagram/anaapinho_Ana stuns fans in her bikiniCredit: Instagram/anaapinho_Ana and United captain Bruno, both 30, are childhood sweethearts and got together at just 17 years old. Bruno has since revealed that Ana used to pay for the pair’s dates as he was broke as a teenager. He wrote online: “Ana has been with me on this ride since we were 16, 17, 18 years old.“We met as teenagers, and when we first started dating, I wasn’t making any money as a footballer, and she had a nice job working as a futsal referee on the weekends.”The couple met in their hometown of Boavista and they share a daughter, seven, and a son, four.Sabrina Kvist Jensen and Christian EriksenThe loved up couple at the 2023 Laureus World Sport AwardsCredit: GettyChristian Eriksen and Sabrina Kvist Jensen with their son AlfieCredit: chriseriksen8/InstagramTrained hairdresser Sabrina has been in a relationship with midfielder Christian since 2016 and they have a young son called Alfie. Sabrina worked for a clothing company when they first moved to the UK. The Danish couple prefer to keep a low profile, but Christian has previously spoken out about how tricky life on the go is for his girlfriend. He said: “You have to learn how to cope physically and mentally, but I can handle the pressure and the demands because I live seven days a week for my job.“That is very tough for my girlfriend. Of course, I would like to go out in the city with her and friends, but it just doesn’t fit in with playing in England.”In June 2021, Christian collapsed on the pitch after suffering a cardiac arrest during a Euro 2020 game against Finland. Distraught Sabrina thought he had died and leapt over the barriers to run to his side. She was comforted by Leicester City’s Kaspar Schmeichel who made a beeline for her.Kaspar’s dad Peter said: “He said that Christian is breathing. She actually thought that he’d passed away, and just to confirm that (he was breathing) he went back to be absolutely sure that he wasn’t saying anything that was out of order.”Eva Garcia and Alejandro GarnachoEve is a Spanish influencerCredit: Instagram/evagarciaThe pair have a young son togetherCredit: GettyPopular influencer Eva, 20, has over 600,000 followers on Instagram and has been with Argentinian winger Alejandro Garnacho, 20, since 2021. The pair are both from Spain and share a young son, Enzo, and Eva is also a co-owner of a jewellery store. Rumours flew when Eva allegedly unfollowed her partner on Instagram last year after she gave birth, but the pair have recently been posting snaps of their happy family. TOTTENHAM HOTSPURSKennedy Alexa and James Maddison Kennedy is a supportive girlfriend of the star footballerCredit: instagram @kennedyalexaKennedy is a modelCredit: InstagramKennedy and James have been together for five yearsCredit: InstagramKennedy, 30, and Spurs midfielder James, 28, are parents to three young children and have been together for five years. The English-American model has a keen fan base with whom she regularly shares stunning outfit posts on social media. The pair went public with their relationship in 2020 but tend to keep it on the down-low. Kennedy gave birth to twins in 2023 and was later championed by mums online for showing off her stretch marks. Mackenzie Medlock and Lucas Bergvall Mackenzie Medlock and Lucas Bergvall on the model’s InstagramCredit: Instagram/mackenzie.medlockThe Swedish influencer is new to the public eyeCredit: Instagram/mackenzie.medlockSwedish social media influencer Mackenzie has over 20,000 followers on Instagram and loves sharing their luxe lifestyle on social media.The teen couple are fairly new to the public eye and Mackenzie had to turn off comments on her Instagram last year, after Barcelona fans got angry due to Lucas turning down the Catalan club.Lucas, 19, plays as a midfielder for Spurs. Karen Romero and Cristian Romero Cristian and Karen Romero with their sonCredit: Instagram @cutiromero2The pair met in 2018Karen, 25, is from Argentina and has worked as a human resources manager. Unlike other WAGs, her social media is private. She met Argentinian centre-back Cristian Romero, 27, in 2018 and they have two children, Lucy and Valentino. Cristian shared an adorable video in 2023 which showed him jokingly teaching his young son football, with fans going wild for the rare glimpse at their family life. Ioana Stan and Radu DragusinIoana and Radu have been dating since 2020Credit: Instagram/ioanastan_Ioana Stan sharing her fashion look onlineCredit: Instagram/ioanastan_Radu Dragusin of Tottenham HotspurCredit: GettyArchitecture student Ioana regularly shares romantic snaps online with her footballer boyfriend Radu Dragusin, 23. She too is from Romania and is the daughter of Gabriel Stan, the former deputy mayor of Constanta in the country. The pair have reportedly been dating since 2020, and Ioana has moved to England with Radu while he plays for the north London club.Indira Ampiot and Mathy Tel Fans have gone crazy for the French pair’s relationshipCredit: Instagram/indira.ampiotIndira is a beauty pageant queenCredit: GettyMathys Tel of Tottenham Hotspur in action in MayCredit: GettyFrench beauty queen Indira, 20, has been dating 19-year-old forward Mathys Tel, 20, since December 2024. Indira was crowned Miss France in 2023 and went on to compete in Miss Universe the following year. Read More on The SunShe also has a degree in communications and the blossoming love story has caught the attention of fans online. Mathys Tel is also from France and is on loan from Bundesliga club Bayern Munich. 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      England and Aston Villa star Ollie Watkins marries long-term partner Ellie after getting engaged at Lake Como

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      OLLIE WATKINS has wed long-term partner Ellie  – ten months after the most romantic of proposals.The England and Aston Villa striker, 29, got engaged to the 28-year-old at Italy’s Lake Como last July.The newly weds have one son, Marley, and a daughter, Amara MayOllie Watkins proposed to Ellie Alderson at Lake ComoCredit: @olliewatkins/InstagramThe couple live in Birmingham after dating since 2018Credit: Instagram @ellsaldersonEllie shared that perfect moment on Instagram – as the footballer went down on one knee on a scenic balcony bedecked in snow-like flowers, with the couple also wearing white.Now they have announced their marriage on social media too – six days before Villa end their season with Sunday’s Premier League trip to Manchester United.Ellie posted: “Legally Mrs Watkins” – with emojis of a white heart and a house.Again the couple, who have two children, went for a classic look.REASD MORE IN FOOTBALLEllie chose a lacy white dress, while her partner went for a classic black-suit look, without adding a traditional tie.As congratulations flowed in, one message came from a club and country team-mate of Watkins.Emerging star Morgan Rodgers added a red-heart emoji below Ellie’s post.Her photo attracted nearly 44,000 Instagram likes within just three hours.Most read in FootballResponses from well-wishers included: “Just so beautiful”… “Your dress is amazing”… and “So stunning”.One fan did put: “Could have waited until the end of the season.” The couple went to the pitch as Watkins acknowledged fans after Villa’s final home game of the season, Friday’s 2-0 win over TottenhamCredit: PAEllie has posted many glam images on InstagramCredit: Instagram / @ellsaldersonBut that was in good spirits too as he added: “Only joking – congrats, record breaker.”The newly-weds began dating in 2018 and have set up home in Birmingham.Ellie’s twin sister Sofie often shares pictures of them on Instagram.Their first child, daughter Amara May was born on September 15 2021.And their second kid, son Marley, arrived on April 17 two years later.The couple proudly showed on social media the moment Amara met her little brother for the first time.Read More on The SunNow the couple have had their own big day.And not surprisingly. they look as blissful in their marriage snap as they do in just about all their pics together.Watkins has won 18 England caps since joining Villa in 2020Credit: AlamyEllie’s engagement ring was on display on hols before they wedCredit: Instagram / @ellsalderson More

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      Mikel Arteta ready to break the bank for a top striker – even if it costs more than Arsenal’s transfer budget

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      MIKEL ARTETA hinted Arsenal could break  the bank for the right striker — comparing this summer  window to overspending on a lavish wedding.The Gunners need an elite No 9 and are eyeing up Newcastle’s Alexander Isak, Viktor Gyokeres of Sporting Lisbon and RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko.Newcastle’s Alexander Isak would surely attract the biggest feeCredit: PASporting ace Viktor Gyokeres has long been on Arsenal’s radarCredit: AlamySome observers reckon Leipzig hero Benjamin Sesko is still rawCredit: GettyBoth Gyokeres, 26,  and Sesko, 21, could cost £60-70million while Isak, 25, is valued as high as £150m by Toon chiefs.Arsenal splashed out £105m on midfielder Declan Rice in July 2023 — and could splurge up to £200m in this window.Boss Arteta said: “The budget is like when you have your wedding, you plan with your wife and give her a budget.“It’s never less — it’s always more. Normally this happens. You prepare for different scenarios.READ MORE ARSENAL NEWS“There are so many variables that can happen but there is a budget.”Arsenal appear to be favouring Swedish striker Gyokeres — who has 95 goals in 100 games for Sporting in Portugal.Slovenian Sesko is seen as a top talent but there are fears he is still raw.Arteta will get another close look at his dream target Isak on Sunday when they host Newcastle.Most read in FootballMikel Arteta is finally ready to splash out big on a frontmanCredit: GettyBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKThe Emirates chief has signed a number of stars with Prem experience — such as David Raya, Kai Havertz and Mikel Merino.Asked why, Arteta added: “Sometimes it has been a thoughtful decision and sometimes it has been an opportunity.Arsenal star Jakub Kiwior turns director as he films twerk queen Wag doing raunchy dance routine in water “Sometimes it has just been luck. But there’s an element of understanding the league that brings the adaptation time lower and the risk lower.”Meanwhile, the Gunners have also been linked with Real Madrid winger Rodrygo.The Brazilian has bagged 12 goals and 10 assists in 50 games for the Spanish giants this season.Rodrygo is reportedly a potential option for the GunnersCredit: Getty More

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      Pep Guardiola and wife Cristina ‘giving each other a second chance after Man City boss ‘spent Easter in Barcelona’

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      MAN City boss Pep Guardiola and his wife Cristina are reportedly giving things another go after spending Easter together in Barcelona.The pair announced their shock split in January after 30 years together – with divorce proceedings commencing the following month.Pep is not giving up on his marriage to Cristina, sources sayCredit: GettyThe pair pictured in 2023 in Istanbul, married in 2014Credit: GettyCristina moved back to Barcelona in 2019 while Pep continued his work with Manchester CityCredit: GettyBut, following a three-day trip to Barcelona over the Easter break, the couple are now believed to be “giving each other another chance,” according to Catalan newspaper El Nacional – as sources claim that “all is not lost in their marriage”.The pair appeared to start drifting back in 2019, when fashion entrepreneur Cristina moved back to Barcelona to focus on her business interests.But it was Pep’s decision last November to renew his contract with Manchester City until 2027 that reportedly expedited their split.Now, the manager has pledged to visit Barcelona once a week in between fixtures, a source told El Nacional.read more football newsMaria Lapiedra claimed the decision was to prevent them going weeks without seeing each other.The report also states that the couple – who share three children – are still wearing their weddings rings.The rescue operation appeared to kick off last month – amid reports that Pep had returned to the family home in Barcelona for a secret visit.The 54-year-old caught a private jet from Manchester just hours after his team’s 3-1 win against Plymouth in the FA Cup.Most read in FootballA source said: “They spent three nights together in Barcelona, both staying at the family home.“Pep went out on Monday to the dentist and Cristina went to her fashion shop in the city centre.Watch hilarious moment Pep Guardiola tells fan ‘your wife is going to kill me’ after bizarre tattoo stunt “They met up again at the shop and spent three hours there before returning to the house to spend the evening together.“Pep left for Manchester on Tuesday morning.”Pep and Cristina met in 1994 but didn’t marry until 2014 – tying the knot at an intimate ceremony on the outskirts of Barcelona.They had spent the majority of their marriage living separately when Cristina decided to move back to Barcelona with one of their daughters, Valentina.Their other two children, Maria and Marius, remained in the UK with Pep.The pair continued to make things work long distance until their split in December of last year.However, they insisted that things would remain amicable throughout divorce proceedings – and that they would even share the same legal team.Sources said in February that they had already agreed the initial terms of a multi-million pound settlement agreement – which would be finalised in a matter of weeks.Respected Spanish journalist Lorena Vazquez, who broke the story of their split, revealed: “They want it above all to be friendly for the sake of their children.”As you can imagine money is not going to be an issue and they have already agreed the initial terms to make sure this separation is the most cordial possible.”They have a very good relationship, so much so that the same lawyer is arranging the whole thing.”The divorce is on the way and is being left in the hands of people with their absolute trust.”Read More on The SunManchester City declined to comment.Pep’s decision to renew his contract with the club is believed to be a major factor in their splitCredit: AlamyThe manager has made several trips back to Barcelona in a reported attempt to rectify their marriageCredit: AlamyThe couple with their daughter Maria at Wimbledon last yearCredit: APPep kissing Cristina Serra after winning the UEFA Champions League 2022/23 finalCredit: Getty More