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The Sun
25 minutes ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Man Utd transfer news LIVE: Red Devils ‘to make improved Mbeumo offer', United ‘chase £85m Ekitike', Semenyo interest
Callum Hudson-Odoi details Nottingham Forest have opened talks to tie down Callum Hudson-Odoi to a new contract as Roma, Napoli and Manchester United circle. Now SunSport have been told Forest's top brass are desperate to keep Hudson-Odoi out of the clutches of Europe's elite. Sunsport also understand United enquired about him in January and were met with a firm 'no". Roma and Napoli are sniffing around this summer with Man Utd following developments. Nottingham are refusing to budge though and believe the England international sees his future at the club especially with Nuno Espirito Santo backed to spend big for their European adventure. Club chiefs are ready to reward the 24-year-old with a big-money extension to fend off the growing interest.
Yahoo
28 minutes ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Report: Germany star Wirtz flies to England for Liverpool medical
Germany's Florian Wirtz (L) and France's Manu Kone stand on the pitch after the UEFA Nations League soccer match between Germany and France at Stuttgart Arena. Federico Gambarini/dpa Germany star Florian Wirtz has flown to England to carry out his medical ahead of his big-money transfer to Liverpool, according to reports in German media. The Bild newspaper said a private plane took off from Cologne airport on Thursday afternoon to take the 22-year-old to Manchester, from where he will be driven to Liverpool to complete his signing from Bayer Leverkusen. Advertisement The deal for the young forward could be worth up to €150 million ($172 million) including bonuses, making Wirtz the most expensive signing in Bundesliga and Premier League history. Only Paris Saint-German's moves for Neymar and Kylian Mbappe have ever carried a higher transfer fee. Wirtz is expected to sign a contract with the Reds until 2030. The German international had been a major target for top European clubs, including Leverkusen's Bundesliga rivals Bayern Munich, but the attacking midfielder is set to land with the Premier League champions.
BBC News
31 minutes ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Test Match Special England v India: Anderson-Tendulkar trophy honours contest
Elly Oldroyd is alongside former India wicketkeeper Deep Dasgupta, England Ashes winner Steven Finn, commentator Isa Guha, and BBC Chief Cricket Reporter Stephan Shemilt to look ahead to England's first Test against India at Headingley. What are captain Ben Stokes' thoughts ahead of the match? How will Shubman Gill prepare for his first Test series as captain of India? And what are Jimmy Anderson & Sachin Tendulkar's thoughts on the new trophy honouring them?
Yahoo
31 minutes ago
- Business
- Yahoo
BBC Breakfast boss takes extended leave after bullying allegations
The editor of BBC Breakfast, Richard Frediani, is taking an extended period of leave after allegations about his behaviour were reported in the media. An HR adviser from consultancy firm PwC is also supporting the corporation as it looks into the culture of the BBC One morning programme. It comes after the Sun and Deadline reported that an internal investigation is being carried out into allegations of bullying. The BBC said it did not comment on individual cases but takes "all complaints about conduct at work extremely seriously and will not tolerate behaviour that is not in line with our values". A BBC statement added: "We have robust processes in place and would encourage any staff with concerns to raise them directly with us so they can be addressed." BBC News has asked Mr Frediani for comment. He has been in charge of the programme, which is broadcast daily from Salford, since 2019, and is also editor of the News at One. Last month, he accepted a Bafta Award when Breakfast won best TV news coverage for a special episode about the Post Office scandal.
The Sun
35 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Devastated Coronation Street star Georgia May Foote reveals her beauty business has burned down in huge fire
CORONATION Street star Georgia May Foote has revealed her beauty business has burned down in a fire. The devastated soap actress, 34, took to Instagram to share the unfortunate news. 3 3 3 Georgia is best known for having played Katy Armstrong for five years. She penned: "Now as some of you may know I've been a nail technician now for the past 4 years alongside my acting. "Unfortunately my beautiful little studio was affected by a huge fire within the storage world unit in Middleton last night. "Not only has my business burnt down, but so has many other peoples. "Along with peoples most loved possessions. My heart goes out to them all." She continued: "Even though as beauticians we can move into a new space, our stock and tools, which we spend years collecting have all gone. We can no longer work. "My friends and fellow beauticians have to literally start again. "With no way of even making the money to buy these tools. "Some of them have children. "I am asking if you could please help us all by just giving a little towards helping my friends rebuild their businesses. Coronation Street star Georgia May Foote sparks concern as she reveals she's been too ill to eat for five days "We would be eternally grateful. "Fire is the most devastating thing. Thousands of pounds of stock has gone in seconds." Georgia's comments section was soon filled with reactions from her followers. One penned: "Sending you all so much love this is just heartbreaking." Another added: "Love this! Let the community come together." The 8 fire safety checks you should do in your home every night TO avoid a devastating fire in your home, there are some checks you should be conducting every night, according to Close inside doors at night to stop a fire from spreading Turn off and unplug electrical appliances unless they are designed to be left on – like your freezer. Check your cooker is turned off Don't run appliances such as washing machines, tumble dryers and dishwashers overnight Turn heaters off and put up fireguards Put candles and cigarettes out properly Make sure exits are kept clear Keep door and window keys where everyone can find them While a third remarked: "So sorry. Let me know if I can help." Two years after leaving Corrie, Georgia's character Katy was killed off-screen in a car accident. Following her exit from the ITV soap, she took part in Strictly Come Dancing in 2015. She was partnered with Giovanni Pernice, where they reached the final and finished as runners-up.
