thedailymirror--2020-12-11--Claudia Schiffer's £26m pad & Greek getaway among Rightmove's most viewed homes

The most viewed overseas properties on Rightmove include supermodel Claudia Schiffer 's former Majorca mansion and an incredible high-rise flat with sweeping views of Manhattan .
The UK-based property website has revealed that jaded lockdown Brits dreaming of moving to pastures new with vivid vistas and sunny skies are behind an 18 per cent surge in views on the overseas section of its website .
The online real estate giant said the most sought-after property is a massive ranch in California which comes with a horse riding facility .
This will set you back a cool £30million .
Meanwhile a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - the heart of the 'Big Apple ' and the setting for hit sitcom Friends - offers sweeping skyline views over the incredible city .
And a a Greek island retreat complete with helipad is sure to bag itself a billionaire buyer .
Rightmove 's Tim Bannister said : `` It 's been an unusual 12 months for the overseas market as people have been restricted from flying abroad for much of the year .
`` However , we 've still seen enormous interest in overseas property this year , and in fact @ @ @ @ @ @ @ annual increase in the number of users on our overseas site in 2020 .
`` So there definitely remains a huge appetite among the British public to view homes overseas .
`` From a magnificent New York apartment to a palatial Greek mansion , these five properties are pretty special . ''
Here are the top five most viewed properties on Rightmove The number one most viewed overseas property advertised on Rightmove is a 4,600 acre estate in the gorgeous rolling hills in Santa Ynez , north of Santa Barbara , in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ views of the natural landscape surrounding it which , to this day is a huge parcel of land which remains largely untouched .
It comes complete with its own equestrian centre and barn with 11 stalls .
The main residence has six bedrooms , all of which have en-suite toilets and bathrooms - with a total of nine bathrooms in the property .
There are multiple areas to entertain guests outside and a helipad should you wish to head to the glitz of Los Angeles at a moment 's notice .
A gorgeous @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the beautiful Greek island of Rhodes .
Situated in Ialysos on the island , this palatial hilltop mansion has five bedrooms and one with a walk-in wardrobe .
The main house is 4,585 sq ft and comes with its own helipad .
It also has a home cinema and an infinity pool to relax in while enjoying the phenomenal panoramic sea views .
A sprawling decking area is completed with palm trees , hammocks and a hot tub .
It is decked out in marble flooring and surrounded by impeccably landscaped grounds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ prized wheels in a super-safe environment as the whole property is protected by a Smart Home security system controlled via the internet .
A premium apartment in the heart of the Big Apple , a New York high-rise - £19million In Manhattan , the setting for all-time classic US sitcom Friends , property prices are through the roof .
This mean 's that this high-rise apartment will cost you close to £19million .
But for your bucks you will get an incredible , panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows giving magical views over Central Park and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the room with light .
This could well be its main selling point .
But it also boasts six bedrooms across two wings , each one boasting a main suite , as well as a white marble bathroom complete with a soaking tub and large shower .
There are two dining rooms - one 'formal and one 'informal ' .
While the kitchen is state-of-the-art .
And there is a large entrance gallery , meaning the first impressions on your guests will be awesome .
As well as all this , as the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hotel , it comes with 24-hour room service , as well as concierge and chamber maids .
And you will have access to the hotel 's 75ft pool and exclusive spa as part of the deal .
Claudia Schiffer 's former clifftop mansion in exclusive estate in Majorca - £26million Supermodel Claudia Schiffer once owned this picturesque 12-bedroom , 10-bathroom estate , which offers breathtaking sea views from its clifftop position .
Situated in the hills of Camp de Mar , on the popular Spanish holiday island of Majorca , it offers complete @ @ @ @ @ @ @ via an exclusive , private road .
It is comprised of three villas , with underfloor heating for winter and air conditioning for those blistering Spanish summer days .
Former owner Schiffer would have soaked up the sun on the vast terraces and enjoyed the infinity pool and panoramic views .
The gardens come with automatic irrigation , meaning the grass stays a luscious green .
Unique property built as a personal retreat by renowned architect in Nova Scotia - £2.2million Described as 'one of a kind ' , this unique property was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It is an impressively contemporary waterfront retreat erected on the site of an abandoned Second World War military observation tower , giving 360 degree views of the rugged Atlantic cliffs .
Situated in Halifax , Nova Scotia , Canada , it has four bedrooms , super high ceilings and glass walls .
It comes with 2.7 acres of private gardens .
The spectacular and unique home is now a modern masterpiece of concrete , steel , stone and glass .
Among its standout features are an enchanting ocean view infinity pool , a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , a wood burning fireplace and stylish marble walls .

From a California ranch with its own equestrian centre to a unique architect's retreat built on an abandoned military observation tower in Canada, Rightmove is seeing us Brits pine for a life of luxury away from lockdown gloom...
Claudia Schiffer's £26m pad and Greek getaway among Rightmove's most viewed homes
The most viewed overseas properties on Rightmove include supermodel Claudia Schiffer's former Majorca mansion and an incredible high-rise flat with sweeping views of Manhattan.
The UK-based property website has revealed that jaded lockdown Brits dreaming of moving to pastures new with vivid vistas and sunny skies are behind an 18 per cent surge in views on the overseas section of its website.
The online real estate giant said the most sought-after property is a massive ranch in California which comes with a horse riding facility.
This will set you back a cool £30million.
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
Meanwhile a sublime apartment in Manhattan in New York - the heart of the 'Big Apple' and the setting for hit sitcom Friends - offers sweeping skyline views over the incredible city.
And a a Greek island retreat complete with helipad is sure to bag itself a billionaire buyer.
Rightmove's Tim Bannister said: "It's been an unusual 12 months for the overseas market as people have been restricted from flying abroad for much of the year.
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
"However, we've still seen enormous interest in overseas property this year, and in fact there's been an 18 per cent annual increase in the number of users on our overseas site in 2020.
"So there definitely remains a huge appetite among the British public to view homes overseas.
"From a magnificent New York apartment to a palatial Greek mansion, these five properties are pretty special."
Here are the top five most viewed properties on Rightmove
Californian equestrian ranch, 'Rancho Latigo' - £30million
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
The number one most viewed overseas property advertised on Rightmove is a 4,600 acre estate in the gorgeous rolling hills in Santa Ynez, north of Santa Barbara, in the so-called Golden State.
It boasts great views of the natural landscape surrounding it which, to this day is a huge parcel of land which remains largely untouched.
It comes complete with its own equestrian centre and barn with 11 stalls.
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
The main residence has six bedrooms, all of which have en-suite toilets and bathrooms - with a total of nine bathrooms in the property.
Luxuries include a swimming pool, gym, tennis courts and massive wine cellar.
There are multiple areas to entertain guests outside and a helipad should you wish to head to the glitz of Los Angeles at a moment's notice.
Greek island getaway, bungalow with gardens, Rhodes - £1.9million
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
A gorgeous bungalow is enhanced by vast formal gardens on the beautiful Greek island of Rhodes.
Situated in Ialysos on the island, this palatial hilltop mansion has five bedrooms and one with a walk-in wardrobe.
The main house is 4,585 sq ft and comes with its own helipad.
It also has a home cinema and an infinity pool to relax in while enjoying the phenomenal panoramic sea views.
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
A sprawling decking area is completed with palm trees, hammocks and a hot tub.
It is decked out in marble flooring and surrounded by impeccably landscaped grounds.
A three-car garage will house your prized wheels in a super-safe environment as the whole property is protected by a Smart Home security system controlled via the internet.
A premium apartment in the heart of the Big Apple, a New York high-rise - £19million
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
In Manhattan, the setting for all-time classic US sitcom Friends, property prices are through the roof.
This mean's that this high-rise apartment will cost you close to £19million.
But for your bucks you will get incredible, panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows giving magical views over Central Park and the Hudson River, and which flood the room with light.
This could well be its main selling point.
But it also boasts six bedrooms across two wings, each one boasting a main suite, as well as a white marble bathroom complete with a soaking tub and large shower.
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
There are two dining rooms - one 'formal and one 'informal'.
While the kitchen is state-of-the-art.
And there is a large entrance gallery, meaning the first impressions on your guests will be awesome.
As well as all this, as the apartment is part of the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, it comes with 24-hour room service, as well as concierge and chamber maids.
And you will have access to the hotel's 75ft pool and exclusive spa as part of the deal.
Claudia Schiffer's former clifftop mansion in exclusive estate in Majorca - £26million
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
Supermodel Claudia Schiffer once owned this picturesque 12-bedroom, 10-bathroom estate, which offers breathtaking sea views from its clifftop position.
Situated in the hills of Camp de Mar, on the popular Spanish holiday island of Majorca, it offers complete privacy and security as owners access it via an exclusive, private road.
It is comprised of three villas, with underfloor heating for winter and air conditioning for those blistering Spanish summer days.
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
Former owner Schiffer would have soaked up the sun on the vast terraces and enjoyed the infinity pool and panoramic views.
The gardens come with automatic irrigation, meaning the grass stays a luscious green.
Lush gardens boast olive and fruit trees
Unique property built as a personal retreat by renowned architect in Nova Scotia - £2.2million
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
Described as 'one of a kind', this unique property was designed by renowned architect Erla Laurie.
It is an impressively contemporary waterfront retreat erected on the site of an abandoned Second World War military observation tower, giving 360 degree views of the rugged Atlantic cliffs.
Situated in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, it has four bedrooms, super high ceilings and glass walls.
Image: Rightmove) Rightmove)
It comes with 2.7 acres of private gardens.
The spectacular and unique home is now a modern masterpiece of concrete, steel, stone and glass.
Among its standout features are an enchanting ocean view infinity pool, a private roof deck with a hot tub, a wood burning fireplace and stylish marble walls.


thedailymirror--2020-12-11--Victoria Beckham slips into her 'sex pants' for intimate date night with David

Victoria Beckham claimed she had her `` sex pants '' on for hubby David as they prepared for an intimate date night on Friday .
The former Spice Girls star , 46 , made a cheeky comment on her Instagram , suggesting she 's in for an incredible night with the ex-footballer , 45 , this evening .
The fashion designer proved their 21-year marriage is still thriving as she made the naughty joke to her husband .
Doting mum-of-four and businesswoman Victoria showed off her amazing figure in a pair of PVC trousers , delicate shirt and sky-high heels @ @ @ @ @ @ @ before their romantic date .
She uploaded a snap to her social media page , writing : `` Domestic goddesses wear plastic pants !
Sorting the kid 's snacks before date night ... '' The fashion designer teased her husband as she added : `` Ca n't wait to see what you 're wearing @ davidbeckham # sexpants . ''
Victoria was standing on a ladder in the family kitchen for the sexy snap , which raked in thousands of likes from her fans .
Her fans found the cheeky joke hilarious and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` Love your sense of humour . ''
`` You crack me up ! ''
another shared .
David himself commented , saying : `` No photo credit , '' with a confused face emoji , telling fans he had taken the sultry snap of his wife .
Victoria has previously opened up about the couple 's sex life on chat show The View last year , leaving their fans eager to know more .
She told host Joy Behar : `` You know obviously he 's incredibly good looking but David @ @ @ @ @ @ @ father and a real inspiration to all of us , he 's hard working .
I 'm lucky to have him as my soul mate . ''
Talking about intimacy between the couple , Joy stated : `` You have to be friends with somebody after many years together , because the sex , eh ... '' Poking fun at their sex life , Victoria reassured the host : `` Do n't worry about that ! ''
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Mum-of-four Victoria Beckham told fans she was wearing her 'sex pants' as she enjoyed a romantic date night with her husband David
Victoria Beckham slips into her 'sex pants' for intimate date night with hubby David
Victoria Beckham claimed she had her "sex pants" on for hubby David as they prepared for an intimate date night on Friday.
The former Spice Girls star, 46, made a cheeky comment on her Instagram, suggesting she's in for an incredible night with the ex-footballer, 45, this evening.
The fashion designer proved their 21-year marriage is still thriving as she made the naughty joke to her husband.
Doting mum-of-four and businesswoman Victoria showed off her amazing figure in a pair of PVC trousers, delicate shirt and sky-high heels while organising the kid's snack cupboard before their romantic date.
She uploaded a snap to her social media page, writing: "Domestic goddesses wear plastic pants! Sorting the kid's snacks before date night..."
Image: victoriabeckham/Instagram) victoriabeckham/Instagram)
The fashion designer teased her husband as she added: "Can't wait to see what you're wearing @davidbeckham #sexpants."
Victoria was standing on a ladder in the family kitchen for the sexy snap, which raked in thousands of likes from her fans.
Her fans found the cheeky joke hilarious and replied to the photo.
One laughed: "Love your sense of humour."
Image: victoriabeckham/Instagram) victoriabeckham/Instagram)
"You crack me up!" another shared.
A third added: "Wow!!!! Just amazing!!! Love VB."
David himself commented, saying: "No photo credit," with a confused face emoji, telling fans he had taken the sultry snap of his wife.
Victoria has previously opened up about the couple's sex life on chat show The View last year, leaving their fans eager to know more.
She told host Joy Behar: "You know obviously he's incredibly good looking but David is the most wonderful husband and fantastic father and a real inspiration to all of us, he's hard working. I'm lucky to have him as my soul mate."
Talking about intimacy between the couple, Joy stated: "You have to be friends with somebody after many years together, because the sex, eh..."
Poking fun at their sex life, Victoria reassured the host: "Don't worry about that!"
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thedailymirror--2020-12-12--Racing LIVE results: Chatham Street Lad wins Caspian Caviar Gold Cup

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Cheltenham hosts day two of the International Meeting with seven races. The Caspian Caviar Gold Cup is at 1.50pm, featuring Newsboy's tip Chatham Street Lad
Chatham Street Lad won the feature Caspian Caviar Gold Cup at Cheltenham.
The Irish-trained chaser was ridden by Darragh O'Keeffe and crossed the line 15 lengths in front of his 16 rivals.
Bookmakers paid out at odds of 16-1 to those with a winning ticket among the small crowd of racegoers.
The impressive victory sparked celebrations in the winners' enclosure at Prestbury Park, as trainer Mick Winters rolled in the mud in delight.
Chatham Street Lad was one of Mirror Racing tipster Newsboy's selections on Saturday.
Racing results from Cheltenham
12.05
1. Adagio 4-9f
2. Historic Heart 12-1
3. Son Of Red 11-2
12.40
1. Fusil Raffles 16-5
1.15
1. Sky Pirate 4-1
2. Ibleo 100-30
3. Nietzsche 9-1
1.50 Caspian Caviar Gold Cup
1. Chatham Street Lad 16-1
2. Midnight Shadow 12-1
3. Benatar 25-1
4. Good Boy Bobby 6-1
2.25
1. Make Good 12-1
2. Pats Fancy 33-1
3. Ask A Honey Bee 9-4
3.00
1. Song For Someone 6-1
2. Silver Streak 10-1
3. Ballyandy 14-1
3.35
1. The White Mouse 100-30
2. Eglantine Du Seuil 4-1
3. Crossgalesfamegame 11-2


thedailymirror--2020-12-12--Serial killer's chilling coded letter finally cracked after 51 years

A chilling message sent by a serial killer who murdered five people has finally been cracked after more than 50 years .
The notorious Zodiac Killer , who was never caught after the killing spree in the late 1960s , wrote that he did not fear death in the coded letter .
He taunts investigators saying he hoped they were having `` fun '' trying to catch him .
The cipher message was sent to the San Francisco Chronicle in 1969 , but attempts to work out what it said have proved fruitless until now .
The killer terrorised the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to have murdered 37 people in letters to newspapers - although investigators believe this claim is exaggerated .
Between 1968 and 1969 the Zodiac Killer - whose murders inspired the Clint Eastwood Dirty Harry movie series - shot and stabbed seven people , with five victims dying from their injuries .
Now a trio of computer programmers and mathematicians , David Oranchak , Jarl Van Eycke and Sam Blake have finally deciphered the message .
It reads : `` I hope you are having lots of fun trying to catch me .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ show .
`` Which brings up a point about me .
I am not afraid of the gas chamber because it will send me to paradise all the sooner .
`` Because I now have enough slaves to work for me where everyone else has nothing when they reach paradise .
`` So they are afraid of death .
I am not afraid because I know that my new life is life will be an easy one in paradise . ''
In a previous message sent in code by the Zodiac Killer , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ because it is so much fun.
” The killer , who is believed to be a white man , identified himself as Zodiac in calls and letters to police and newspapers .
He threatened newspapers with more killings if they did not publish his coded messages .
FBI spokeswoman Cameron Polan told the San Francisco Chronicle : “ The Zodiac Killer terrorized multiple communities across northern California and even though decades have gone by , we continue to seek justice for the victims of these brutal crimes .
“ Due to the ongoing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of respect for the victims and their families , we will not be providing further comment at this time . ''
The only named suspect was Arthur Leigh Allen , a former Navy officer and convicted child abuser , who died in 1992 aged 58 .
However numerous other names have been linked to the killings in the past five decades .
Zodiac shot victims David Faraday and Betty Lou Jenson to death in their car on December 20 , 1968 .
The following July he shot Darlene Ferrin dead , while her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He then stabbed Cecelia Shepard and Bryan Hartnell in September 1969 , with Shepard dying from her injuries .

A letter sent by the Zodiac Killer, who killed at least five people in San Francisco in the late 1960s, boasted that he did not fear death, and told investigators he hoped they were "having fun" trying to find him
A chilling message sent by a serial killer who murdered five people has finally been cracked after more than 50 years.
The notorious Zodiac Killer, who was never caught after the killing spree in the late 1960s, wrote that he did not fear death in the coded letter.
He taunts investigators saying he hoped they were having "fun" trying to catch him.
The cipher message was sent to the San Francisco Chronicle in 1969, but attempts to work out what it said have proved fruitless until now.
The killer terrorised the San Francisco Bay area, and claimed to have murdered 37 people in letters to newspapers - although investigators believe this claim is exaggerated.
Image: Bettmann Archive) Bettmann Archive)
Between 1968 and 1969 the Zodiac Killer - whose murders inspired the Clint Eastwood Dirty Harry movie series - shot and stabbed seven people, with five victims dying from their injuries.
Now a trio of computer programmers and mathematicians, David Oranchak, Jarl Van Eycke and Sam Blake have finally deciphered the message.
It reads: "I hope you are having lots of fun trying to catch me.
"That wasn't me on the TV show.
"Which brings up a point about me. I am not afraid of the gas chamber because it will send me to paradise all the sooner.
"Because I now have enough slaves to work for me where everyone else has nothing when they reach paradise.
Image: Bettmann Archive) Bettmann Archive)
"So they are afraid of death. I am not afraid because I know that my new life is life will be an easy one in paradise."
In a previous message sent in code by the Zodiac Killer, he boasted: “I like killing because it is so much fun.”
The killer, who is believed to be a white man, identified himself as Zodiac in calls and letters to police and newspapers.
He threatened newspapers with more killings if they did not publish his coded messages.
FBI spokeswoman Cameron Polan told the San Francisco Chronicle : “The Zodiac Killer terrorized multiple communities across northern California and even though decades have gone by, we continue to seek justice for the victims of these brutal crimes.
Image: Bettmann Archive) Bettmann Archive)
“Due to the ongoing nature of the investigation, and out of respect for the victims and their families, we will not be providing further comment at this time."
The only named suspect was Arthur Leigh Allen, a former Navy officer and convicted child abuser, who died in 1992 aged 58.
However numerous other names have been linked to the killings in the past five decades.
Zodiac shot victims David Faraday and Betty Lou Jenson to death in their car on December 20, 1968.
The following July he shot Darlene Ferrin dead, while her partner Mike Mageau survived gunshot wounds.
He then stabbed Cecelia Shepard and Bryan Hartnell in September 1969, with Shepard dying from her injuries.


thedailymirror--2020-12-12--Ex-Man Utd hero Louis Saha claims Marcus Rashford is not a "world-class striker"

Louis Saha has declared Manchester United ace Marcus Rashford is not a `` deadly '' enough finisher to be considered a `` world-class striker '' .
Rashford , 23 , has scored 77 goals in 232 Red Devils appearances and has started the season strongly by scoring 10 times .
Deployed in a variety of attacking roles by United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer , Rashford has also proved himself to be a creative force and he has picked up five assists this season .
Saha - who scored 42 goals in four-and-a-half seasons at Old Trafford - believes the Englishman @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but insists he is not yet a lethal finisher .
`` Marcus Rashford is a world-class forward but he isn ’ t yet a world-class striker , '' Saha told Genting Bet .
`` When you look around the world , there aren ’ t many players playing for big clubs such as Manchester United and perform on a big stage with his country .
`` But Rashford can do whatever you want from him , he can defend when you need to and he can actually attack and create his own @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's a top forward .
`` A striker is a different animal , a striker is someone who is really eager and you can see in his face that they want to score all the time and will focus on how to maximise the position where he can score .
They won ’ t try to find that kind of ‘ nice look ’ , a striker is just deadly .
`` This is what I learnt from playing with the likes of [ Ruud ] Van Nistelrooy and David Trezeguet .
At @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t a world-class striker , but he ’ s a world-class forward .
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`` Rashford still has the youth and the potential to do it - as Cristiano [ Ronaldo ] started in a certain position and now is the best striker you can ever imagine .
`` Being a striker is an attitude and they obsess about scoring goals , they ’ re going to shout at any player that does n't give them the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you miss a goal . ''
While Rashford has started the season in impressive form , the same can not be said of his forward partner Anthony Martial .
The Frenchman has managed just two goals in all competitions , while he is yet to score in the Premier League , and Saha urged his compatriot to find `` consistency '' .
He added : `` Anthony Martial has reached a level of skill and I didn ’ t see it coming .
He ’ s really gifted in many areas and being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s about consistency - you have to score and you have to have that desire to score all the time .
`` You ’ ll have moments where you do n't do it but it does n't matter because you 're still making the same runs .
I think that he has definitely shown quality but obviously we always want more from a player like him . ''
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Rashford has scored 10 goals in 18 games this season but is not yet "deadly" enough in front of goal to be considered an elite striker, according to former Red Devils frontman Saha
Louis Saha has declared Manchester United ace Marcus Rashford is not a "deadly" enough finisher to be considered a "world-class striker".
Rashford, 23, has scored 77 goals in 232 Red Devils appearances and has started the season strongly by scoring 10 times.
Deployed in a variety of attacking roles by United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Rashford has also proved himself to be a creative force and he has picked up five assists this season.
Saha - who scored 42 goals in four-and-a-half seasons at Old Trafford - believes the Englishman has already developed into a well-rounded attacker, but insists he is not yet a lethal finisher.
Image: Manchester United via Getty Imag) Manchester United via Getty Imag)
"Marcus Rashford is a world-class forward but he isn’t yet a world-class striker," Saha told Genting Bet . "When you look around the world, there aren’t many players playing for big clubs such as Manchester United and perform on a big stage with his country.
"But Rashford can do whatever you want from him, he can defend when you need to and he can actually attack and create his own goals, score free kicks. He's a top forward.
Image: Dave Thompson) Dave Thompson)
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"A striker is a different animal, a striker is someone who is really eager and you can see in his face that they want to score all the time and will focus on how to maximise the position where he can score. They won’t try to find that kind of ‘nice look’, a striker is just deadly.
"This is what I learnt from playing with the likes of [Ruud] Van Nistelrooy and David Trezeguet. At this moment, Marcus Rashford isn’t a world-class striker, but he’s a world-class forward.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
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"Rashford still has the youth and the potential to do it - as Cristiano [Ronaldo] started in a certain position and now is the best striker you can ever imagine.
"Being a striker is an attitude and they obsess about scoring goals, they’re going to shout at any player that doesn't give them the ball and you shout to yourself because you miss a goal."
While Rashford has started the season in impressive form, the same cannot be said of his forward partner Anthony Martial.
The Frenchman has managed just two goals in all competitions, while he is yet to score in the Premier League, and Saha urged his compatriot to find "consistency".
He added: "Anthony Martial has reached a level of skill and I didn’t see it coming. He’s really gifted in many areas and being a striker is one but it’s about consistency - you have to score and you have to have that desire to score all the time.
"You’ll have moments where you don't do it but it doesn't matter because you're still making the same runs. I think that he has definitely shown quality but obviously we always want more from a player like him."
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thedailymirror--2020-12-12--Arsenal legend Jens Lehmann tips Jude Bellingham to become 'next Patrick Vieira'

Jude Bellingham has only been at Borussia Dortmund for a number of months , but already he ’ s been catching the eye of fans around Europe .
The teenager snubbed Manchester United ’ s approach during the summer after Sir Alex Ferguson personally urged him to join .
Instead , he opted to follow in Jadon Sancho ’ s footsteps and head to the Bundesliga , linking up with his fellow Englishman at the Signal Iduna Park .
Since then , he ’ s gone on to make four Bundesliga starts – five including today ’ s game against @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from the bench .
Bellingham has also featured in the Champions League on six occasions , starting four times .
His efforts over in Germany saw him earn a call-up to the England senior side after Trent Alexander-Arnold and James Ward-Prowse withdrew .
Great things are expected of the 17-year-old , who has already been linked with a move to Chelsea in 2022 .
He prides himself in his ability to play anywhere through the middle of the park , and it is said that his decision to wear the number 22 shirt @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the number six , eight and ten roles .
And Arsenal icon Jens Lehmann believes he could go on to play like one of his old team-mates from the ‘ Invincibles ’ side , Patrick Viera .
Lehmann told the Daily Mail : “ He could become a Patrick Vieira .
“ I like him a lot , he is very young but he takes people on .
“ Physically he is very strong , he wins a lot of 1 on 1s .
“ People do n't see that that much but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is impressive .
“ He is another great purchase by Borussia .
“ And if you look at all of their young players , I think their team value is amazing right now , with Jadon Sancho and Bellingham from England . ''

Arsenal icon Jens Lehmann has high hopes for Jude Bellingham, who joined Borussia Dortmund instead of Manchester United this summer
Jude Bellingham has only been at Borussia Dortmund for a number of months, but already he’s been catching the eye of fans around Europe.
The teenager snubbed Manchester United ’s approach during the summer after Sir Alex Ferguson personally urged him to join.
Instead, he opted to follow in Jadon Sancho’s footsteps and head to the Bundesliga, linking up with his fellow Englishman at the Signal Iduna Park.
Since then, he’s gone on to make four Bundesliga starts – five including today’s game against Stuttgart - as well as four appearances from the bench. Bellingham has also featured in the Champions League on six occasions, starting four times.
His efforts over in Germany saw him earn a call-up to the England senior side after Trent Alexander-Arnold and James Ward-Prowse withdrew.
Image: POOL/AFP via Getty Images) POOL/AFP via Getty Images)
Great things are expected of the 17-year-old, who has already been linked with a move to Chelsea in 2022.
He prides himself in his ability to play anywhere through the middle of the park, and it is said that his decision to wear the number 22 shirt came from how comfortable he was in the number six, eight and ten roles.
And Arsenal icon Jens Lehmann believes he could go on to play like one of his old team-mates from the ‘Invincibles’ side, Patrick Viera.
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Lehmann told the Daily Mail : “He could become a Patrick Vieira.
“I like him a lot, he is very young but he takes people on.
“Physically he is very strong, he wins a lot of 1 on 1s.
“People don't see that that much but I looked at his statistics, he is impressive.
“He is another great purchase by Borussia.
“And if you look at all of their young players, I think their team value is amazing right now, with Jadon Sancho and Bellingham from England."


thedailymirror--2020-12-12--Dani Dyer says boyfriend is 'so innocent' as he 'leaves club with three women'

Dani Dyer has said her boyfriend is 'so innocent ' after pictures emerged of him getting into a taxi with three women following a night out in London this week .
Pregnant Dani , who is expecting her first child with Sammy , defended the Essex stockbroker who was accused of breaking coronavirus rules with the group cab ride .
Dani took to Instagram to share a photo of Sammy sitting in the car opposite the ladies and quipped : `` He really needs to start smiling more in pap photos .
`` Now I 'm never one to comment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it as private as we possibly can , '' she added , followed by a red love heart emoji .
`` However , I will not have by boyfriend accused of something when he is so innocent ( even though he looks evil in this photo LOL , '' she protested .
Dani then slammed what she described as 'bitter people ' who were 'getting off ' on stories about her romance with Sammy .
`` I 'm not an insecure girl in this relationship .
My fella knows what he has at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mates , '' she added .
Earlier on Sunday , 24-year-old Dani took to social media to respond to a tweet about 'bitter and shady ' ex partners .
A user on the site tweeted : `` Bitter & shady ex girlfriend ’ s are hilarious , bottom barrel . ''
Dani then reshared the message with her own 334,000 followers and added : `` And bitter ex girlfriends mums # sorrynotsorry . ''
Her tweet got some attention from her fans with one calling her 'savage . '
It came hours after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's boyfriend Sammy appearing to break lockdown rules by hopping into the back of a taxi with three women .
Sammy was seen getting into the cab after leaving restaurant MNKY HSE in London on Thursday evening .
He sat next to another man while three women sat across from them with none of the group wearing face masks , which have been made mandatory during the coronavirus pandemic .
London is currently in Tier 2 , meaning that people can only meet indoors with people who they live with or have formed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ meet in groups of up to six if they are outdoors , which means either in a private garden or another outdoor space .
People can continue to meet in groups larger than six if they are all from the same household or support bubble or for other legal exemptions .
Dani and Sammy are living together as they await the arrival of their first child .
Pregnant Dani revealed that her mum Jo Mas had also wanted to move in with them after the birth to help her take care of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her followers she was in `` full nesting mode '' as she got her house ready for her baby 's arrival .

Sammy Kimmence, who is expecting his first child with Love Island star Dani Dyer, was pictured getting into a taxi with three women after a night out in London
Dani Dyer says boyfriend Sammy is 'so innocent' as he 'leaves club with three women'
Dani Dyer has said her boyfriend is 'so innocent' after pictures emerged of him getting into a taxi with three women following a night out in London this week.
Pregnant Dani, who is expecting her first child with Sammy, defended the Essex stockbroker who was accused of breaking coronavirus rules with the group cab ride.
Dani took to Instagram to share a photo of Sammy sitting in the car opposite the ladies and quipped: "He really needs to start smiling more in pap photos.
"Now I'm never one to comment on my relationship because we do keep it as private as we possibly can," she added, followed by a red love heart emoji.
"However, I will not have by boyfriend accused of something when he is so innocent (even though he looks evil in this photo LOL," she protested.
Dani then slammed what she described as 'bitter people' who were 'getting off' on stories about her romance with Sammy.
"I'm not an insecure girl in this relationship. My fella knows what he has at home. I have plenty of boy mates," she added.
Image: GC Images) GC Images)
Earlier on Sunday, 24-year-old Dani took to social media to respond to a tweet about 'bitter and shady' ex partners.
A user on the site tweeted: "Bitter & shady ex girlfriend’s are hilarious, bottom barrel."
Dani then reshared the message with her own 334,000 followers and added: "And bitter ex girlfriends mums #sorrynotsorry."
Her tweet got some attention from her fans with one calling her 'savage.'
Image: Twitter) Twitter)
It came hours after pictures emerged of the Love Island winner's boyfriend Sammy appearing to break lockdown rules by hopping into the back of a taxi with three women.
Sammy was seen getting into the cab after leaving restaurant MNKY HSE in London on Thursday evening.
He sat next to another man while three women sat across from them with none of the group wearing face masks, which have been made mandatory during the coronavirus pandemic.
London is currently in Tier 2, meaning that people can only meet indoors with people who they live with or have formed a support bubble with.
Image: danidyer/Instagram) danidyer/Instagram)
People can meet in groups of up to six if they are outdoors, which means either in a private garden or another outdoor space.
People can continue to meet in groups larger than six if they are all from the same household or support bubble or for other legal exemptions.
Dani and Sammy are living together as they await the arrival of their first child.
Pregnant Dani revealed that her mum Jo Mas had also wanted to move in with them after the birth to help her take care of the baby.
Last month, Dani told her followers she was in "full nesting mode" as she got her house ready for her baby's arrival.
She's due to give birth in January.


thedailymirror--2020-12-12--Thief steals almost 100 parcels from car delivering Christmas gifts to shoppers

A thief has stolen almost 100 parcels which were in a car awaiting delivery to customers who had ordered Christmas gifts online .
A total of 96 packages were in the car when it was driven off by a thief who pounced whilst the woman delivery driver was taking one box to an address .
Police said that she had stopped for less than a minute and left the keys in the ignition when the opportunist thief clambered into the driving seat and sped off .
The car was found abandoned several days later , minus the 96 parcels it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Poole , Dorset and today detectives appealed for help in finding out who stole the car and its contents .
A spokesman said : `` Officers investigating the theft of parcels from a delivery vehicle in Poole are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward .
`` At around 3.20pm a woman parked on Compton Avenue and left the keys in the ignition of her car to deliver a parcel to a nearby property .
`` As the victim was doing so , she heard the engine of her car @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her car being driven away in the direction of Sandecotes Road .
Officers attended and carried out a search of the area , but the vehicle was not located .
`` Three days later the stolen vehicle was reported to be on Highview Gardens .
The car has been recovered but the 96 parcels , which were inside , have been taken . ''
Police Constable Jade Harper , of Dorset police , said : `` I am carrying out an investigation into this incident and would like to hear from anyone who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ activity in the area around the relevant timeframe .
`` I would also urge residents and motorists to check their home CCTV systems or dashcams for any footage to assist my inquiries .
I am aware there have been a number of similar thefts from delivery vans in the Dorset area recently , but this incident is not believed to be linked at this time .
`` Finally , I would like to take this opportunity to remind motorists not to leave keys in the ignition of their vehicles , no matter how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Always lock your vehicle when leaving it unattended . ''

The thief pounced while a delivery driver in Poole, Dorset, was taking one of the boxes to an address and left the keys in the ignition while dropping the parcel off
A thief has stolen almost 100 parcels which were in a car awaiting delivery to customers who had ordered Christmas gifts online.
A total of 96 packages were in the car when it was driven off by a thief who pounced whilst the woman delivery driver was taking one box to an address.
Police said that she had stopped for less than a minute and left the keys in the ignition when the opportunist thief clambered into the driving seat and sped off.
The car was found abandoned several days later, minus the 96 parcels it had contained.,
The theft happened in Poole, Dorset and today detectives appealed for help in finding out who stole the car and its contents.
A spokesman said: "Officers investigating the theft of parcels from a delivery vehicle in Poole are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.
"At around 3.20pm a woman parked on Compton Avenue and left the keys in the ignition of her car to deliver a parcel to a nearby property.
"As the victim was doing so, she heard the engine of her car being started and she turned to see her car being driven away in the direction of Sandecotes Road. Officers attended and carried out a search of the area, but the vehicle was not located.
"Three days later the stolen vehicle was reported to be on Highview Gardens. The car has been recovered but the 96 parcels, which were inside, have been taken."
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Police Constable Jade Harper, of Dorset police, said: "I am carrying out an investigation into this incident and would like to hear from anyone who may have seen or heard any suspicious activity in the area around the relevant timeframe.
"I would also urge residents and motorists to check their home CCTV systems or dashcams for any footage to assist my inquiries. I am aware there have been a number of similar thefts from delivery vans in the Dorset area recently, but this incident is not believed to be linked at this time.
"Finally, I would like to take this opportunity to remind motorists not to leave keys in the ignition of their vehicles, no matter how quickly you are leaving it for. Always lock your vehicle when leaving it unattended."


thedailymirror--2020-12-12--Shirley Ballas teases 2021 wedding with Strictly stars as her bridesmaids

Shirley Ballas has dropped a huge engagement hint - and even named her Strictly Come Dancing bridesmaids .
Shirley is hoping to make things official with boyfriend Danny Taylor next year .
She even wants co-stars Giovanni Pernice , Gorka Marquez and Johannes Radebe to be in the bridal party .
The pair fell in love this time last year , meeting during rehearsals for panto Jack And The Beanstalk .
Big things could be coming a year on - and she already knows who she wants involved on the big day .
Speaking to the Mail , she said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the cards , possibly .
`` Everything with Danny is romantic .
When he did my 60th he thought about things I 'd never think about , he 's very creative , loving and caring . ''
She adds : `` For my bridesmaids it would be my gaggle of gays , Alan and Nathan from America , I am already thinking about that – it would n't be straightforward , it would have a twist in it .
`` Johannes , Gorka and Giovanni could be bridesmaids too .
That could be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ big news coming - and the star is n't shy about talking it up .
Last week she told fans to `` watch this space '' as she teased possible engagement plans .
Twice married Shirley sees Danny as her long-term man - and he is clearly smitten with the Strictly favourite .
Danny told Hello !
magazine : `` Who knows where the path is going to go next ?
But I 'm not going anywhere . ''
`` I think marriage is an amazing institution and I really like the idea @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of your life , through sickness and in health . ''
Shirley was previously married to Sammy Stopford before getting hitched again after meeting fellow dancer Corky Ballas .
They divorced in 2007 but now wedding number three may be on the cards for the head judge .

She wants her wedding party to be her "gaggle of gays" and she knows just who else is coming on board after eying up Giovanni Pernice, Gorka Marquez and Johannes Radebe
Shirley Ballas has dropped a huge engagement hint - and even named her Strictly Come Dancing bridesmaids.
Shirley is hoping to make things official with boyfriend Danny Taylor next year.
She even wants co-stars Giovanni Pernice, Gorka Marquez and Johannes Radebe to be in the bridal party.
The pair fell in love this time last year, meeting during rehearsals for panto Jack And The Beanstalk.
Big things could be coming a year on - and she already knows who she wants involved on the big day.
Image: S Meddle/ITV/REX) S Meddle/ITV/REX)
Speaking to the Mail, she said: "Maybe next year is on the cards, possibly.
"Everything with Danny is romantic. When he did my 60th he thought about things I'd never think about, he's very creative, loving and caring."
She adds: "For my bridesmaids it would be my gaggle of gays, Alan and Nathan from America, I am already thinking about that – it wouldn't be straightforward, it would have a twist in it.
"Johannes, Gorka and Giovanni could be bridesmaids too. That could be fun."
There could be some big news coming - and the star isn't shy about talking it up.
Image: BBC) BBC)
Last week she told fans to "watch this space" as she teased possible engagement plans.
Twice married Shirley sees Danny as her long-term man - and he is clearly smitten with the Strictly favourite.
Danny told Hello! magazine: "Who knows where the path is going to go next? But I'm not going anywhere."
"I think marriage is an amazing institution and I really like the idea of committing to someone for the rest of your life, through sickness and in health."
Shirley was previously married to Sammy Stopford before getting hitched again after meeting fellow dancer Corky Ballas.
They divorced in 2007 but now wedding number three may be on the cards for the head judge.


thedailymirror--2020-12-12--Marcus Rashford mural inspired by striker's school meals campaign vandalised

A mural dedicated to Marcus Rashford and inspired by the forward 's campaigning for free school meals has been vandalised in Greater Manchester .
Street artist Akse paid homage to the Man Utd star back in November by painting Rashford on the side of Coffee House Cafe in Copson Street , Withington .
The portrait was accompanied by a quote from Rashford 's mother , Melanie , which reads : `` Take pride in knowing that your struggle will play the biggest role in your purpose . ''
But just a month after the masterpiece was unveiled to the public @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drawing over Rashford 's face in graffiti .
Rashford had shared an image of the mural shortly after it was completed , thanking Akse for his efforts .
The England ace wrote on Twitter : `` Ok I usually get embarrassed sharing these things because this journey was never really about me but I know this took a lot of time and effort @ Akse_P19 and I wanted to say thank you . ''
The works is part of the Withington Walls initiative set up to brighten up areas of Manchester .
Rashford @ @ @ @ @ @ @ persuading the government to continue providing free school meals to disadvantaged children across the country .
Akse said of his painting after it had been finished : `` I hope the mural will inspire the local community as he has inspired the whole nation with his campaign to fight child food poverty . ''
Rashford has since been awarded an MBE for his campaigning and is also due to receive a special honour at the BBC 's Sports Personality of the Year awards later this month .
The 23-year-old benefited from the same @ @ @ @ @ @ @ child growing up in Manchester , and he recently paid tribute to his mum for her unwavering support .
`` She lived the struggle , '' Rashford said .
`` That is why it means the world to me that she is happy now and she is right next to me with everything that I do , she believes as strongly as I do that things need to change .
`` When there ’ s been setbacks she ’ s the first person to ring me to say ‘ don ’ t worry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ me not to lose sight of what it was that I started .
`` It has been a difficult period for everyone with the lockdown and the virus .
`` At the beginning of the year I was injured as well , I was really down and it gave me the determination and drive I was missing from not being involved in football games .
I put everything I had into that . ''

Rashford has twice forced the government into a U-turn over the provision of free school meals to disadvantaged children in the UK and the artwork was a tribute to his tireless efforts
A mural dedicated to Marcus Rashford and inspired by the forward's campaigning for free school meals has been vandalised in Greater Manchester.
Street artist Akse paid homage to the Man Utd star back in November by painting Rashford on the side of Coffee House Cafe in Copson Street, Withington.
The portrait was accompanied by a quote from Rashford's mother, Melanie, which reads: "Take pride in knowing that your struggle will play the biggest role in your purpose."
But just a month after the masterpiece was unveiled to the public, vandals have attacked the wall by drawing over Rashford's face in graffiti.
Image: Eamonn and James Clarke) Eamonn and James Clarke)
Rashford had shared an image of the mural shortly after it was completed, thanking Akse for his efforts.
The England ace wrote on Twitter : "Ok I usually get embarrassed sharing these things because this journey was never really about me but I know this took a lot of time and effort @Akse_P19 and I wanted to say thank you."
The works is part of the Withington Walls initiative set up to brighten up areas of Manchester.
A spokesman for the organisation told The Mirror: "A group of people came together to do something positive, to celebrate the work of an inspirational young man, and that has now been ruined. It's tragic."
Rashford was chosen after his tireless crusade at persuading the government to continue providing free school meals to disadvantaged children across the country.
Akse said of his painting after it had been finished: "I hope the mural will inspire the local community as he has inspired the whole nation with his campaign to fight child food poverty."
Rashford has since been awarded an MBE for his campaigning and is also due to receive a special honour at the BBC's Sports Personality of the Year awards later this month.
The 23-year-old benefited from the same school meals programme when he was a child growing up in Manchester, and he recently paid tribute to his mum for her unwavering support.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
"She lived the struggle," Rashford said. "That is why it means the world to me that she is happy now and she is right next to me with everything that I do, she believes as strongly as I do that things need to change.
"When there’s been setbacks she’s the first person to ring me to say ‘don’t worry, keep going’. It helps me not to lose sight of what it was that I started.
"It has been a difficult period for everyone with the lockdown and the virus.
"At the beginning of the year I was injured as well, I was really down and it gave me the determination and drive I was missing from not being involved in football games. I put everything I had into that."
*You can donate to Withington Walls' crowdfunder to help cover the costs of restoring Rashford's mural to its original state, as well as supporting various other projects.


thedailymirror--2020-12-12--Nat Phillips details Klopp chats following failed transfer away from Liverpool

Nat Phillips has opened up on his conversations with Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp since his Anfield career was turned on its head .
Phillips , 23 , was heavily linked with a transfer away from the Reds last summer , with Championship and Bundesliga clubs monitoring the Englishman after his loan spell with VfB Stuttgart .
But the centre-back was thrust into Liverpool 's first-team squad in October after defensive stalwarts Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez suffered serious knee injuries .
Phillips impressed on his league debut , playing 90 minutes in the 2-1 win over West Ham , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at Brighton last month .
Currently a regular in the Reds ' Premier League squads , Phillips is destined to play a major role as the champions bid to defend their title .
The player admitted his trajectory is now `` completely different '' to how it seemed over the summer in an interview with Liverpool 's official website .
Quizzed on his contact with Klopp , Phillips said : `` Nothing formal other than over the summer .
`` We obviously didn ’ t really know what was happening then , that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with regards to what my plan was and obviously the situation was completely different then .
`` Since then , we ’ ve had the odd exchange of words .
If it looks like I ’ m going to be playing at the weekend he ’ ll just ask me if I feel that I ’ m ready .
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Have your say here .
`` And like I said before , he just tells me to enjoy myself and play my game @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
While Phillips continues to be named in Klopp 's squad for Premier League fixtures , uncertainty over his future last summer meant he was not named in the Reds ' Champions League squad .
Not being involved in European games has given the former Bolton academy star the chance to do extra sessions at Liverpool 's Kirkby training ground .
He added : “ I ’ ve had time individually .
When the boys have been playing in the Champions League I ’ ve been doing individual sessions where I do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ individually that I might not do during team sessions .
“ But in terms of the manager and coaching staff , they ’ ve always just given the same instructions , which are to play my game and enjoy myself.
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Phillips came close to an Anfield exit last summer amid interest from Championship and Bundesliga clubs - but he now finds himself an important member of the Reds' first team
Nat Phillips has opened up on his conversations with Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp since his Anfield career was turned on its head.
Phillips, 23, was heavily linked with a transfer away from the Reds last summer, with Championship and Bundesliga clubs monitoring the Englishman after his loan spell with VfB Stuttgart.
But the centre-back was thrust into Liverpool's first-team squad in October after defensive stalwarts Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez suffered serious knee injuries.
Phillips impressed on his league debut, playing 90 minutes in the 2-1 win over West Ham, and also featured in the 1-1 draw at Brighton last month.
Image: Pool via REUTERS) Pool via REUTERS)
Currently a regular in the Reds' Premier League squads, Phillips is destined to play a major role as the champions bid to defend their title.
The player admitted his trajectory is now "completely different" to how it seemed over the summer in an interview with Liverpool's official website.
Quizzed on his contact with Klopp, Phillips said: "Nothing formal other than over the summer.
Image: Liverpool FC via Getty Images) Liverpool FC via Getty Images)
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"We obviously didn’t really know what was happening then, that was the last formal chat we had with regards to what my plan was and obviously the situation was completely different then.
"Since then, we’ve had the odd exchange of words. If it looks like I’m going to be playing at the weekend he’ll just ask me if I feel that I’m ready.
Image: PA) PA)
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"And like I said before, he just tells me to enjoy myself and play my game like he knows that I can do."
While Phillips continues to be named in Klopp's squad for Premier League fixtures, uncertainty over his future last summer meant he was not named in the Reds' Champions League squad.
Not being involved in European games has given the former Bolton academy star the chance to do extra sessions at Liverpool's Kirkby training ground.
He added: “I’ve had time individually. When the boys have been playing in the Champions League I’ve been doing individual sessions where I do get the opportunity to work on things individually that I might not do during team sessions.
“But in terms of the manager and coaching staff, they’ve always just given the same instructions, which are to play my game and enjoy myself.”
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thedailymirror--2020-12-12--Mum of NHS nurse killed by coronavirus begs families to stay apart at Christmas

The mother of a young NHS nurse killed by Covid-19 has begged families to reconsider Christmas gatherings because `` this virus is still a killer '' .
Qualified children 's nurse Rebecca Mack , 29 , was found dead at her home in Morpeth , Northumberland , in April while she was self-isolating with symptoms .
Her grieving parents Marion and Alan , who also contracted coronavirus in April , are facing their first Christmas without Rebecca , and they have urged families to be careful over the festive season to protect their loved ones and curb the spread of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ told ChronicleLive : `` We are quite concerned that people will go crazy over Christmas .
You ca n't stop people meeting at Christmas , but people should try and do that at a distance .
Have you been affected by coronavirus ?
Email webnews @ mirror.co.uk .
This year you can show your love by staying away and not getting too close .
`` If we can just stick it out that little bit longer until people get vaccinated there wo n't be so many deaths .
`` This virus is still @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the children 's cancer unit at Newcastle 's Royal Victoria Infirmary ( RVI ) before taking on a role with NHS 111 .
She lived alone and kept in touch with her parents by phone while isolating with symptoms .
She told her mum she was feeling better , but just hours later Marion was awakened by police officers , who told her Rebecca had been found dead .
Rebecca had called for an ambulance and left her door open .
She was dead when paramedics arrived , her family said .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ mum has been saddened by the fact that some people are not taking the pandemic seriously .
She said : `` People have to realise it 's not just about you it 's about other people .
`` Some people are just plain selfish , but some people just do n't understand . ''
Marion and Alan , 62 , have dedicated time to helping others during the crisis and have set up a JustGiving page in their daughter 's memory .
Almost £20,000 has been raised to support the the RVI 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ patients on the wards where Rebecca worked .
Alan has donated blood plasma 12 times to help treat Covid-19 patients .
The couple have decided to spend Christmas at home together .
Their son Joe , 26 , will visit but they will keep a safe distance with doors and windows open .
Marion said : `` It is hard , we have ups and downs .
`` But because Rebecca was such a positive person we are still putting the tree up and will do our best to make it as normal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be a really difficult morning waking up without her there . ''
She added : `` I think we will be meeting with my son but at a distance .
`` We will maybe have him in the house but with the doors open .
That will probably be it .
`` We might drop some presents off on people 's doorsteps , but we wo n't go in . ''

Marion Mack, whose daughter Rebecca Mack, 29, was found dead at home in Morpeth, Northumberland, in April, has urged families to keep a safe distance at Christmas because the virus "is still a killer"
Mum of NHS nurse killed by coronavirus begs families to stay apart at Christmas
The mother of a young NHS nurse killed by Covid-19 has begged families to reconsider Christmas gatherings because "this virus is still a killer".
Qualified children's nurse Rebecca Mack, 29, was found dead at her home in Morpeth, Northumberland, in April while she was self-isolating with symptoms.
Her grieving parents Marion and Alan, who also contracted coronavirus in April, are facing their first Christmas without Rebecca, and they have urged families to be careful over the festive season to protect their loved ones and curb the spread of the disease.
Marion, 60, told ChronicleLive: "We are quite concerned that people will go crazy over Christmas. You can't stop people meeting at Christmas, but people should try and do that at a distance.
Have you been affected by coronavirus? Email webnews@mirror.co.uk.
This year you can show your love by staying away and not getting too close.
"If we can just stick it out that little bit longer until people get vaccinated there won't be so many deaths.
"This virus is still a killer."
Rebecca had worked in the children's cancer unit at Newcastle's Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI) before taking on a role with NHS 111.
Image: Newcastle Chronicle) Newcastle Chronicle)
She lived alone and kept in touch with her parents by phone while isolating with symptoms.
She told her mum she was feeling better, but just hours later Marion was awakened by police officers, who told her Rebecca had been found dead.
Rebecca had called for an ambulance and left her door open. She was dead when paramedics arrived, her family said.
Tests confirmed she had coronavirus.
In the months since then, her mum has been saddened by the fact that some people are not taking the pandemic seriously.
She said: "People have to realise it's not just about you it's about other people.
"Some people are just plain selfish, but some people just don't understand."
Marion and Alan, 62, have dedicated time to helping others during the crisis and have set up a JustGiving page in their daughter's memory.
Image: Mack family / SWNS) Mack family / SWNS)
Almost £20,000 has been raised to support the the RVI's Children's Cancer Fund, which helps patients on the wards where Rebecca worked.
Alan has donated blood plasma 12 times to help treat Covid-19 patients.
The couple have decided to spend Christmas at home together. Their son Joe, 26, will visit but they will keep a safe distance with doors and windows open.
Marion said: "It is hard, we have ups and downs.
"But because Rebecca was such a positive person we are still putting the tree up and will do our best to make it as normal as possible.
"But it will be a really difficult morning waking up without her there."
She added: "I think we will be meeting with my son but at a distance.
"We will maybe have him in the house but with the doors open. That will probably be it.
"We might drop some presents off on people's doorsteps, but we won't go in."


thedailymirror--2020-12-12--Giovanna Fletcher defends herself after complaints over I'm A Celeb rule break

Giovanna Fletcher is n't sorry for her secret signals to her sons as they watched her win I 'm A Celebrity ... Get Me Out of Here !
The star has come in for criticism with message home against strict show rules .
It soon became clear she was communicating with her family during her successful stay in Wales - and some viewers pulled her up on it .
But the Queen of the Castle , 35 , defended herself after addressing the controversy on social media .
Boys Buzz , 6 , Buddy , 4 and Max , 2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not-so-subtle thumb to the nose as she wiggle her fingers .
She revealed just how important her secret message to her sons were after she was crowed the winner .
Giovanna posted a snap of herself on Instagram leaving the castle and triumphantly doing the hand gesture to the camera .
She captioned the post : `` Yes ...
I know it was clocked !
I tried to find a discreet ‘ signal ’ with the boys so they knew I was thinking of them while I was away ...
They ’ re @ @ @ @ @ @ @ like a little ear tug ) wasn ’ t going to work on them .
`` We decided to go big .
I can ’ t tell you how much it meant when @ antanddec started doing it back !
It ’ s certainly the little things that get you in there !
! ''
She went on : `` Vernon was thoughtful , hilarious and smart while Jordan filled us all with pride as he took on each new trial with more and more courage and bravery .
`` The whole experience @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it weren ’ t for my superb camp mates ( who I love endlessly ) . ''
Her little boys will be seeing more of her on the telly soon .
Giovanna just landed her first TV role with CBeebies since leaving I 'm A Celebrity .

The mum said she wanted boys Buzz, 6, Buddy, 4 and Max, 2, to know she was doing fine in the Castle - but some viewers says she broke communication rules
Giovanna Fletcher isn't sorry for her secret signals to her sons as they watched her win I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!
The star has come in for criticism with message home against strict show rules.
It soon became clear she was communicating with her family during her successful stay in Wales - and some viewers pulled her up on it.
But the Queen of the Castle, 35, defended herself after addressing the controversy on social media.
Boys Buzz, 6, Buddy, 4 and Max, 2 loved her little signals - including a not-so-subtle thumb to the nose as she wiggle her fingers.
Image: Kieron McCarron/ITV/REX/Shutterstock) Kieron McCarron/ITV/REX/Shutterstock)
She revealed just how important her secret message to her sons were after she was crowed the winner.
Giovanna posted a snap of herself on Instagram leaving the castle and triumphantly doing the hand gesture to the camera.
She captioned the post: "Yes... I know it was clocked! I tried to find a discreet ‘signal’ with the boys so they knew I was thinking of them while I was away... They’re 6,4 and 2, so subtlety (like a little ear tug) wasn’t going to work on them.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Image: ITV) ITV)
"We decided to go big. I can’t tell you how much it meant when @antanddec started doing it back! It’s certainly the little things that get you in there!!"
She went on: "Vernon was thoughtful, hilarious and smart while Jordan filled us all with pride as he took on each new trial with more and more courage and bravery.
"The whole experience would’ve been completely different if it weren’t for my superb camp mates (who I love endlessly)."
Her little boys will be seeing more of her on the telly soon.
Giovanna just landed her first TV role with CBeebies since leaving I'm A Celebrity.


thedailymirror--2020-12-12--Bruno Fernandes outlines belief Man Utd can win Premier League this season

Bruno Fernandes insists Manchester United `` have the chance '' to win the Premier League this season .
Despite a tumultuous start to the campaign , United are seventh in the table , just five points behind league-leaders Tottenham .
Crucially , the Red Devils also have a game in hand on each team in the top four , meaning victory in the Manchester derby will hand them the initiative in the title race .
Key to United 's hopes of lifting the Premier League trophy for the first time since 2013 are the performances of midfield star Fernandes .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ eye-catching start after his January arrival with a scintillating run of form in the current campaign .
Fernandes , 26 , is United 's top scorer in the league with seven goals , while he has also registered four assists .
His recent performances earned him a third Premier League Player of the Month award , adding to his triumphs in February and June .
While he is delighted to win the individual accolade again , Fernandes declared his primary goal is winning the league title with United .
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`` It 's difficult to have one of these , so I 'm really proud to have my third one , '' the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ League .
`` I will be happy when I win the Premier League .
The point to come to England , to such a huge club , was to win the Premier League and I think we have the chance to do it . ''
Fernandes being named November 's Player of the Month means he is the first star to win the award three times in a single year since Tottenham striker Harry Kane achieved the feat in 2017 .
Last month started in tepid fashion as United slipped to a 1-0 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spearheaded their recovery and picked up four goals and one assist in wins over Everton , West Brom and Southampton .
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Fernandes' exquisite displays throughout November saw him pick up yet another Player of the Month award - but the midfielder has set his sights on winning honours with his team
Bruno Fernandes insists Manchester United "have the chance" to win the Premier League this season.
Despite a tumultuous start to the campaign, United are seventh in the table, just five points behind league-leaders Tottenham.
Crucially, the Red Devils also have a game in hand on each team in the top four, meaning victory in the Manchester derby will hand them the initiative in the title race.
Key to United's hopes of lifting the Premier League trophy for the first time since 2013 are the performances of midfield star Fernandes.
The Portugal international has built on an eye-catching start after his January arrival with a scintillating run of form in the current campaign.
Image: Javier Garcia/BPI/REX/Shutterstock) Javier Garcia/BPI/REX/Shutterstock)
Fernandes, 26, is United's top scorer in the league with seven goals, while he has also registered four assists.
His recent performances earned him a third Premier League Player of the Month award, adding to his triumphs in February and June.
While he is delighted to win the individual accolade again, Fernandes declared his primary goal is winning the league title with United.
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"It's difficult to have one of these, so I'm really proud to have my third one," the United No. 18 told the Premier League.
"I will be happy when I win the Premier League. The point to come to England, to such a huge club, was to win the Premier League and I think we have the chance to do it."
Fernandes being named November's Player of the Month means he is the first star to win the award three times in a single year since Tottenham striker Harry Kane achieved the feat in 2017.
Last month started in tepid fashion as United slipped to a 1-0 home defeat to Arsenal, but Fernandes spearheaded their recovery and picked up four goals and one assist in wins over Everton, West Brom and Southampton.
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thedailymirror--2020-12-12--'All-out-war' to keep UK regions from plunging into Tier 3 for Christmas

Regions across the UK are fighting an `` all out war '' to avoid being plunged into Tier 3 lockdown restrictions right before Christmas .
Certain areas of London , as well as Bath , Somerset , Gloucestershire , Wiltshire , Swindon and parts of Essex are desperately trying to keep infection rates down in a bid to remain in Tier 2 over the festive season .
A review of the country 's tier system is likely to take place next week , with any changes being announced on Wednesday , 16 December .
The decisions made on that day @ @ @ @ @ @ @ weeks , until December 30 , although it is unlikely that any clampdowns will be relaxed for New Year 's Eve .
Data from the Zoe UK Infection Survey also showed that overall , daily new Covid cases are falling nationwide .
But London , currently in Tier 2 , now has one of the highest infection rates in the UK , over taking the North of England .
Despite this , there are big discrepancies between case numbers in certain boroughs in the capital , with six times more cases in Enfield @ @ @ @ @ @ @ example .
Tory MP Bob Blackman told The Sun it would be “ a disaster ” if the whole capital was ordered into Tier 3 .
He said : “ The hospitality industry is already on its knees and this would finish it off for good .
It would risk huge unemployment , particularly among young people.
” Prof Spector said : “ In London the cases are possibly starting to rise again , but I would be very cautious about plunging all 9million people into further restrictions , with such big differences @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's Mayor Sadiq Khan is said to be drafting in more police officers and marshals to patrol the streets , looking for any COVID-19 rule breaches .
Thousands of extra tests will be provided in London in the next few days , with 100,000 test kits being sent to schools in worst hit areas .
Mr Khan said : “ Tier 3 restrictions would be catastrophic for our pubs , bars , restaurants and culture venues .
“ But with cases rising we are now at a tipping point , which is why @ @ @ @ @ @ @ everything we can to get on top of the virus.
” Others argue that the capital needs to be put into Tier 3 without delay .
In the last week of the second national lockdown , between November 26 and December 2 , 15,200 people tested positive in London , the Guardian reports .
This is a rate of 170 cases per 100,000 population - a rise from 156 cases per 100,000 the week before .
Earlier this week , Professor John Ashton , a former regional director of public health for North @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Corona , stressed that urgent action was needed .
He told the Guardian : “ [ The government ] needs to decide in the next 48 hours whether to move London into Tier 3 otherwise they really risk a terrible situation for London , with deaths going up during the Christmas period .
“ They might have to go to complete lockdown.
” While Professor Kevin Fenton , the London regional director for Public Health England , said he was also concerned by the figures .
He said : “ The latest data @ @ @ @ @ @ @ again in most London boroughs , including in the at-risk over 60s .
“ We ’ ll need to work together to prevent a big surge in cases in London ahead of the festive period so we must all do our bit and limit the spread over the coming days and weeks .
”

Certain areas of London are battling to keep COVID-19 rates down to avoid being slapped with the most severe restrictions over the festive season
'All-out-war' to keep UK regions from plunging into Tier 3 for Christmas
Regions across the UK are fighting an "all out war" to avoid being plunged into Tier 3 lockdown restrictions right before Christmas.
Certain areas of London, as well as Bath, Somerset, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Swindon and parts of Essex are desperately trying to keep infection rates down in a bid to remain in Tier 2 over the festive season.
A review of the country's tier system is likely to take place next week, with any changes being announced on Wednesday, 16 December.
The decisions made on that day would then remain in place for two weeks, until December 30, although it is unlikely that any clampdowns will be relaxed for New Year's Eve.
Data from the Zoe UK Infection Survey also showed that overall, daily new Covid cases are falling nationwide.
Image: SplashNews.com) SplashNews.com)
But London, currently in Tier 2, now has one of the highest infection rates in the UK, over taking the North of England.
Despite this, there are big discrepancies between case numbers in certain boroughs in the capital, with six times more cases in Enfield than in Kingston upon Thames, for example.
Tory MP Bob Blackman told The Sun it would be “a disaster” if the whole capital was ordered into Tier 3.
He said: “The hospitality industry is already on its knees and this would finish it off for good. It would risk huge unemployment, particularly among young people.”
Prof Spector said: “In London the cases are possibly starting to rise again, but I would be very cautious about plunging all 9million people into further restrictions, with such big differences across the capital.”
Meanwhile, London's Mayor Sadiq Khan is said to be drafting in more police officers and marshals to patrol the streets, looking for any COVID-19 rule breaches.
Thousands of extra tests will be provided in London in the next few days, with 100,000 test kits being sent to schools in worst hit areas.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Mr Khan said: “Tier 3 restrictions would be catastrophic for our pubs, bars, restaurants and culture venues.
“But with cases rising we are now at a tipping point, which is why we all have a responsibility to do everything we can to get on top of the virus.”
Others argue that the capital needs to be put into Tier 3 without delay.
In the last week of the second national lockdown, between November 26 and December 2, 15,200 people tested positive in London, the Guardian reports.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
This is a rate of 170 cases per 100,000 population - a rise from 156 cases per 100,000 the week before.
Earlier this week, Professor John Ashton, a former regional director of public health for North West England and author of Blinded by Corona, stressed that urgent action was needed.
He told the Guardian: “[The government] needs to decide in the next 48 hours whether to move London into Tier 3 otherwise they really risk a terrible situation for London, with deaths going up during the Christmas period.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
“They might have to go to complete lockdown.”
While Professor Kevin Fenton, the London regional director for Public Health England, said he was also concerned by the figures.
He said: “The latest data shows case rates are on the increase again in most London boroughs, including in the at-risk over 60s.
“We’ll need to work together to prevent a big surge in cases in London ahead of the festive period so we must all do our bit and limit the spread over the coming days and weeks.”


thedailymirror--2020-12-12--The next Batman will be a black man as DC Comics says it's time to adapt

The next Batman will be a black man and he will be named Timothy Fox , it has been confirmed .
DC Comics has revealed the move and now we know more about the successor to the Dark Knight 's cape and cowl .
Future State : The Next Batman is set in a future Gotham , where Bruce Wayne 's Batman is dead and everyone is under the rule of an evil cabal called the Magistrate .
The four-parter is due to be released next year .
The new series will be written by acclaimed Oscar-winner John Ridley and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ adapted .
The 12 Years a Slave screenwriter said recently that the next Batman would be a person of colour .
Telling the New York Times that it was the first time his two sons had been “ genuinely excited ” about his work .
“ They appreciate the things that I do .
They ’ re happy for me .
They ’ re great supporters , '' he said .
`` But they would much rather see Black Panther than 12 Years a Slave , let ’ s be honest .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ next Batman , for them to know that this next Batman is going to be black , everybody else on the planet can hate it , have a problem with it , denigrate it , but I have my audience and they already love it.
” Fans are excited for the series , part of a two-month “ event ” called DC Future State .
Timothy Fox is the estranged son of Bruce Wayne 's business manager Lucius Fox - and die hards ca n't find out what 's around the corner .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the son of the Man of Steel , as Superman while Yara Flor is to appear as Wonder Woman , it has been confirmed .

The Oscar winning writer said: "Everybody else on the planet can hate it, have a problem with it, denigrate it - but I have my audience and they already love it.”
The next Batman will be a black man as writer John Ridley says it is time to adapt
The next Batman will be a black man and he will be named Timothy Fox, it has been confirmed.
DC Comics has revealed the move and now we know more about the successor to the Dark Knight's cape and cowl.
Future State: The Next Batman is set in a future Gotham, where Bruce Wayne's Batman is dead and everyone is under the rule of an evil cabal called the Magistrate.
The four-parter is due to be released next year.
The new series will be written by acclaimed Oscar-winner John Ridley and he feels it is about time they adapted.
Image: Sky) Sky)
The 12 Years a Slave screenwriter said recently that the next Batman would be a person of colour.
Telling the New York Times that it was the first time his two sons had been “genuinely excited” about his work.
“They appreciate the things that I do. They’re happy for me. They’re great supporters," he said.
"But they would much rather see Black Panther than 12 Years a Slave, let’s be honest.
“So to be able to write the next Batman, for them to know that this next Batman is going to be black, everybody else on the planet can hate it, have a problem with it, denigrate it, but I have my audience and they already love it.”
Fans are excited for the series, part of a two-month “event” called DC Future State.
Timothy Fox is the estranged son of Bruce Wayne's business manager Lucius Fox - and die hards can't find out what's around the corner.
Timothy originally appeared in Batman back in 1979.
The saga will also see Jonathan Kent, the son of the Man of Steel, as Superman while Yara Flor is to appear as Wonder Woman, it has been confirmed.


thedailymirror--2020-12-12--Edinson Cavani admits he rejected offers from two big clubs to join Man Utd

Edinson Cavani claims he turned down offers from Juventus and Inter Milan before securing his move to Manchester United in October .
Cavani , 33 , joined the Red Devils on Deadline Day after his contract with Paris Saint-Germain expired .
The Uruguayan spent seven seasons with the Ligue 1 giants and forged a reputation as one of the finest strikers in Europe with 200 goals in 301 games .
As such , he had many suitors when his deal at Parc des Princes was up , including two Italian giants .
But Cavani 's affiliation with Napoli - where @ @ @ @ @ @ @ meant he rejected approaches by Juventus and Inter in favour of a move to United .
Explaining his decision , he told MondoNapoli : “ I will always be grateful to them [ Napoli fans ] .
It is for this reason that I said no to many Italian clubs including Juventus , who called me often , and also Inter .
`` I could n't make such a gesture to the Neapolitans .
If I think of Naples I think of joy , because I know that I have done so much @ @ @ @ @ @ @ homage to me with all this . ''
Cavani scored 104 goals in 138 games for Napoli after joining from rival Serie A club Palermo in 2010 .
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He spearheaded Napoli 's charge to the Coppa Italia in 2012 , scoring in the 2-0 win over Juventus in the final , and netted 29 goals in Serie A in the following season to win the Capocannoniere accolade .
Cavani then joined PSG for a French-record fee of £58million , going on to win 15 major honours with the club , including six Ligue 1 titles .
This season , Cavani has been in and out of the starting XI under United boss @ @ @ @ @ @ @ goals in 10 games .
He is facing a late test to prove his fitness ahead of Saturday evening 's Premier League clash with local rivals Manchester City .
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Cavani had multiple suitors at the expiry of his contract at Paris Saint-Germain last summer, but his affiliation with Napoli prompted him to turn down approaches from two clubs
Edinson Cavani admits he rejected offers from two big clubs to join Man Utd
Edinson Cavani claims he turned down offers from Juventus and Inter Milan before securing his move to Manchester United in October.
Cavani, 33, joined the Red Devils on Deadline Day after his contract with Paris Saint-Germain expired.
The Uruguayan spent seven seasons with the Ligue 1 giants and forged a reputation as one of the finest strikers in Europe with 200 goals in 301 games.
As such, he had many suitors when his deal at Parc des Princes was up, including two Italian giants.
But Cavani's affiliation with Napoli - where he spent a fruitful three seasons - meant he rejected approaches by Juventus and Inter in favour of a move to United.
Image: POOL/AFP via Getty Images) POOL/AFP via Getty Images)
Explaining his decision, he told MondoNapoli : “I will always be grateful to them [Napoli fans]. It is for this reason that I said no to many Italian clubs including Juventus, who called me often, and also Inter.
"I couldn't make such a gesture to the Neapolitans. If I think of Naples I think of joy, because I know that I have done so much for them and they continue to pay homage to me with all this."
Cavani scored 104 goals in 138 games for Napoli after joining from rival Serie A club Palermo in 2010.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
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He spearheaded Napoli's charge to the Coppa Italia in 2012, scoring in the 2-0 win over Juventus in the final, and netted 29 goals in Serie A in the following season to win the Capocannoniere accolade.
Cavani then joined PSG for a French-record fee of £58million, going on to win 15 major honours with the club, including six Ligue 1 titles.
This season, Cavani has been in and out of the starting XI under United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and has netted three goals in 10 games.
He is facing a late test to prove his fitness ahead of Saturday evening's Premier League clash with local rivals Manchester City.
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thedailymirror--2020-12-12--Anaesthetist gets new ID badge and hospital made hilarious change to job title

Going into hospital can be a pretty scary experience , no matter how old you are .
But for children , it can be especially terrifying .
That 's why one hospital in Glasgow has pledged to do everything they can to make the experience as `` calming '' and `` easy '' for their young patients as possible .
Glasgow 's Royal Hospital for Children has already started taking action for this , beginning by making some changes to their employees ' ID badges , reports Glasgow Live .
Dr Alyson Walker , an anaesthetist working there , recently @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the new badge she 'd been given and people were thrilled by the hilarious job title on there .
Next to her name and picture , the badge proclaimed that she was a `` sleepy doctor '' .
Alongside a snap of the badge , Dr Walker wrote on social media : `` Needed a new ID badge .
`` Rather happy with my description of being an anaesthetist .
It is a kids hospital , after all . ''
Her post went viral , garnering over 58,000 likes and more than @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Bravo .
I am not an anaesthetist , but I am a sleepy doctor at least 85 % of the time and I kind of want one as a warning label . ''
Another posted : `` I love this !
18 general anaesthetics as a kid and still terrified of them and slightly traumatised !
Nothing to do with the nurses and doctors I will add .
`` Genuinely think this would have made a small positive difference on my fear . ''
A third added : `` I want one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Speaking to Glasgow Live , Alyson explained that the badge was intended to help children set to go into the theatre for surgery feel less intimidated .
She said : `` Our theatre department feels like a second family .
The staff there show a lot of love , for the patients , their families and for each other .
It is a complete privilege to be part of such a fantastic team .
Every day I am humbled .
`` Coming to theatre can be a daunting time for children and their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ make this journey as welcoming , calming and easy as possible .
`` I am passionate about making the theatre experience as child and family-friendly as possible , no matter what age they are or what background they are from .
`` Anything from the leaflets , to the sign posting to the way that our operating theatres are decorated will all help .
The environment is hugely important when it comes to how patients feel there . ''
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Dr Alyson Walker, an anaesthetist working in a children's hospital in Glasgow, has shared a look at her brilliant new job title on her ID badge
Anaesthetist receives new ID badge and hospital made hilarious change to her job title
Going into hospital can be a pretty scary experience, no matter how old you are.
But for children, it can be especially terrifying.
That's why one hospital in Glasgow has pledged to do everything they can to make the experience as "calming" and "easy" for their young patients as possible.
Glasgow's Royal Hospital for Children has already started taking action for this, beginning by making some changes to their employees' ID badges, reports Glasgow Live.
Dr Alyson Walker, an anaesthetist working there, recently took to Twitter to share a look at the new badge she'd been given and people were thrilled by the hilarious job title on there.
Next to her name and picture, the badge proclaimed that she was a "sleepy doctor".
Alongside a snap of the badge, Dr Walker wrote on social media: "Needed a new ID badge.
"Rather happy with my description of being an anaesthetist. It is a kids hospital, after all."
Her post went viral, garnering over 58,000 likes and more than 2,000 retweets.
One person replied: "Bravo. I am not an anaesthetist, but I am a sleepy doctor at least 85% of the time and I kind of want one as a warning label."
Another posted: "I love this! 18 general anaesthetics as a kid and still terrified of them and slightly traumatised! Nothing to do with the nurses and doctors I will add.
"Genuinely think this would have made a small positive difference on my fear."
A third added: "I want one that says nee naw driver!"
Speaking to Glasgow Live, Alyson explained that the badge was intended to help children set to go into the theatre for surgery feel less intimidated.
She said: "Our theatre department feels like a second family. The staff there show a lot of love, for the patients, their families and for each other. It is a complete privilege to be part of such a fantastic team. Every day I am humbled.
"Coming to theatre can be a daunting time for children and their families. It is our passion to make this journey as welcoming, calming and easy as possible.
"I am passionate about making the theatre experience as child and family-friendly as possible, no matter what age they are or what background they are from.
"Anything from the leaflets, to the sign posting to the way that our operating theatres are decorated will all help. The environment is hugely important when it comes to how patients feel there."
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thedailymirror--2020-12-12--Anthony Joshua vs Kubrat Pulev might not be shown in pubs due to curfew rules

Anthony Joshua is set to defend his world heavyweight title belts against mandatory challenger Kubrat Pulev tonight .
The pair will meet at the Wembley Arena in London and exchange leather for the WBA , WBO , IBF and IBO world heavyweight straps .
Joshua is hoping to secure a unification bout with Tyson Fury if he is successful tonight , with the WBC and Ring Magazine champion waiting in the wings .
The Pulev bout is Joshua ’ s first on British soil since his seventh-round stoppage win over Alexander Povetkin back in 2018 .
Due to the Covid-19 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were lucky enough to snap up the 1,000 tickets available , meaning everyone else will have to make other arrangements .
However , those hoping to watch the scrap live in a pub in London might be out of luck , as Sky Sports have warned there is a strong chance the fight will not end before the 11pm curfew .
Pubs in tier 1 and 2 areas must close their doors at 11pm at the latest , and Sky Sports have warned it is likely the fight will be on too late @ @ @ @ @ @ @ statement from Sky Sports read : “ Due to the timings of the main event between Joshua and Pulev , we are advising those Sky Business customers ( pubs/bars etc ) who wish to purchase the Pay-Per-View event that they may not be able to show the full fight due to the 11pm curfew in line with the Government restrictions .
`` Ultimately the decision is with the venue if they wish to screen the fight but we are making them aware of government legislation and the risks posed if the fight continues @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tier 2 , any pubs throughout the capital will be unable to broadcast the fight if – as predicted by Sky – it commences after 11pm .
Fans planning to watch at home will have to fork out £24.95 for the fight after Sky Sports increased the price from the usual £19.95 .
The decision to increase the pay-per-view price was controversial amongst fight fans , with the price the same as it was for Joshua ’ s rematch against Andy Ruiz Jr in Saudi Arabia last year .
But ‘ AJ ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the price was fair , saying : “ We had 70,000 people at Tottenham that are no longer coming so we decided to keep the PPV price the same as his last fight .
“ No price increase , despite the fact there are millions and millions no longer coming into the fight .
”

Anthony Joshua takes on Kubrat Pulev tonight in a defence of his WBA, WBO and IBF world heavyweight titles, but fans wishing to watch in the pub might have to think again
Anthony Joshua is set to defend his world heavyweight title belts against mandatory challenger Kubrat Pulev tonight.
The pair will meet at the Wembley Arena in London and exchange leather for the WBA, WBO, IBF and IBO world heavyweight straps.
Joshua is hoping to secure a unification bout with Tyson Fury if he is successful tonight, with the WBC and Ring Magazine champion waiting in the wings.
The Pulev bout is Joshua’s first on British soil since his seventh-round stoppage win over Alexander Povetkin back in 2018.
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, only a handful of fans were lucky enough to snap up the 1,000 tickets available, meaning everyone else will have to make other arrangements.
Image: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing) Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing)
However, those hoping to watch the scrap live in a pub in London might be out of luck, as Sky Sports have warned there is a strong chance the fight will not end before the 11pm curfew.
Pubs in tier 1 and 2 areas must close their doors at 11pm at the latest, and Sky Sports have warned it is likely the fight will be on too late to be shown in pubs.
A statement from Sky Sports read: “Due to the timings of the main event between Joshua and Pulev, we are advising those Sky Business customers (pubs/bars etc) who wish to purchase the Pay-Per-View event that they may not be able to show the full fight due to the 11pm curfew in line with the Government restrictions.
Image: Dave Thompson Matchroom Boxing) Dave Thompson Matchroom Boxing)
"Ultimately the decision is with the venue if they wish to screen the fight but we are making them aware of government legislation and the risks posed if the fight continues beyond 11pm."
With London in tier 2, any pubs throughout the capital will be unable to broadcast the fight if – as predicted by Sky – it commences after 11pm.
Fans planning to watch at home will have to fork out £24.95 for the fight after Sky Sports increased the price from the usual £19.95.
The decision to increase the pay-per-view price was controversial amongst fight fans, with the price the same as it was for Joshua’s rematch against Andy Ruiz Jr in Saudi Arabia last year.
But ‘AJ’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, insisted the price was fair, saying: “We had 70,000 people at Tottenham that are no longer coming so we decided to keep the PPV price the same as his last fight.
“No price increase, despite the fact there are millions and millions no longer coming into the fight.”