thedailymirror--2020-01-25--Police launch murder inquiry into Jordan Sinnott's death as Harry Maguire leads tributes

Harry Maguire has led the tributes to tragic Jordan Sinnott - as police launch a murder inquiry into non-league football who died aged 25 on Saturday .
Sinnott , who was on loan at Non-League outfit Matlock Town from Alfreton Town , passed away on Saturday evening after he suffered a suspected fractured skull in Retford , Notts , in the early hours of Saturday morning .
He had been found unconscious at around 2am after `` two large-scale disturbances '' in the town - firstly an eight person brawl in a pub car park late on Friday night and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was taken to hospital in Sheffield and treated in a critical condition on Saturday before he succumbed to his injuries just before 7pm .
Police arrested and questioned a 27-year-old shortly after the incident on suspicion of grievous bodily harm , before detectives launched a murder investigation after Sinnott 's death .
Nottinghamshire Police confirmed : `` A 27-year old man who was arrested by Nottinghamshire Police officers shortly after the incident remains in police custody , with detectives now having launched a murder investigation following Mr Sinnott ’ s death . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the incidents .
A 27-year-old man sustained a suspected broken nose , while a 44-year-old man suffered a suspected broken jaw .
Detective Inspector Justine Wilson from Nottinghamshire Police said : “ Mr Sinnott ’ s death is a sad and significant development in this investigation .
Our thoughts remain with Mr Sinnott ’ s friends and family , who our specialist officers are continuing to support at this incredibly difficult time .
“ Our investigative team ’ s focus will remain on identifying those responsible and bringing them to justice and , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an early stage of our enquiries , we are appealing to anyone who was in Retford town centre late last night and in the early hours of this morning to come forward .
“ This incident happened at a very busy time and we believe there are still a number of witnesses who have still not yet come forward who may hold vital information about how a young man came to lose his life so tragically .
“ I would like to appeal directly to anyone who witnessed either incident to contact Nottinghamshire @ @ @ @ @ @ @ information they may have.
” Matlock and Alfreton postponed their matches on Saturday afternoon due to `` tragic and unforeseen circumstances . ''
Manchester United captain and England defender Maguire tweeted his condolences : `` Such sad news .
My thoughts are with his family and friends . ''
Matlock teammate Piteu Crouz posted on social media : `` Can ’ t believe it !
Just the other day we were celebrating your Hatrick together .
Rest easy bro . ''
Tucker Poole added : `` Words can ’ t even describe how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we live in .
You ’ ll never be forgotten sinbad quality player & even better person .
Absolute privilege to know you as a person & to share the pitch with you . ''
Alfreton chairman Wayne Bradley wrote : `` No words can express my sadness . ''
Huddersfield , where Jordan rose through the youth ranks , said : `` Everyone at # htafc is devastated to hear that former player Jordan Sinnott has passed away today .
`` Our thoughts are with Jordan 's family , friends and everyone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` A # htafc Academy graduate and proud Terrier , we will always remember him . ''
Family friend Gaz Stokes said on Facebook : `` Just can not get my head around this .
`` Devastated - a talented footballer and top lad .
RIP my friend .
You will be greatly missed .
`` Thoughts and prayers are with your family .
Fly high with the angels Jordan . ''
Former teammate Adam Morgan said : `` Sinbad I couldn ’ t possibly put into words how much this news has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some great times an a always friend .
From playing against you an with you my heart is broken today .
What a man you are.. RIP Sinbad . ''
Bournemouth midfielder Phillip Billing messaged : Terrible news .
Rest easy Sinbad , gone way too soon .
Sending my deepest condolences to your family and friends ! ''
Matlock Town wrote in a statement on their website : `` His family and friends were with him at his bedside and we send our sincere condolences to them all at this very sad @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their statement : `` Jordan was a model footballer and an exceptional talent during his time at the Impact Arena and had a close affinity with both the manager , assistant and the players he took the field with .
`` Rest easy Sinbad , we will never forget you . ''
The midfielder came through the ranks at Championship side Huddersfield , following in the footsteps of father Lee , who made over 500 Football League appearances .
He made his first-team debut for the Terriers in the FA Cup against Leicester @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2015 and has also had spells at Halifax and Chesterfield before joining Alfreton in 2018 .
• Anyone who witnessed either incident or believes they may have captured them on dashcam or mobile phone footage is asked to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101 , quoting incident number 78 of 25 January 2020 .

Jordan Sinnott died on Saturday evening after suffering a suspected fractured skull after two incidents in Retford town centre
Harry Maguire has led the tributes to tragic Jordan Sinnott - as police launch a murder inquiry into non-league football who died aged 25 on Saturday.
Sinnott, who was on loan at Non-League outfit Matlock Town from Alfreton Town, passed away on Saturday evening after he suffered a suspected fractured skull in Retford, Notts, in the early hours of Saturday morning.
He had been found unconscious at around 2am after "two large-scale disturbances" in the town - firstly an eight person brawl in a pub car park late on Friday night and another incident in Market Place.
Sinnott was taken to hospital in Sheffield and treated in a critical condition on Saturday before he succumbed to his injuries just before 7pm.
Police arrested and questioned a 27-year-old shortly after the incident on suspicion of grievous bodily harm, before detectives launched a murder investigation after Sinnott's death.
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Nottinghamshire Police confirmed: "A 27-year old man who was arrested by Nottinghamshire Police officers shortly after the incident remains in police custody, with detectives now having launched a murder investigation following Mr Sinnott’s death."
Two other men were also injured during the incidents. A 27-year-old man sustained a suspected broken nose, while a 44-year-old man suffered a suspected broken jaw.
Detective Inspector Justine Wilson from Nottinghamshire Police said: “Mr Sinnott’s death is a sad and significant development in this investigation. Our thoughts remain with Mr Sinnott’s friends and family, who our specialist officers are continuing to support at this incredibly difficult time.
“Our investigative team’s focus will remain on identifying those responsible and bringing them to justice and, while we have made one arrest at an early stage of our enquiries, we are appealing to anyone who was in Retford town centre late last night and in the early hours of this morning to come forward.
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“This incident happened at a very busy time and we believe there are still a number of witnesses who have still not yet come forward who may hold vital information about how a young man came to lose his life so tragically.
“I would like to appeal directly to anyone who witnessed either incident to contact Nottinghamshire Police or call Crimestoppers anonymously with any information they may have.”
Matlock and Alfreton postponed their matches on Saturday afternoon due to "tragic and unforeseen circumstances."
Manchester United captain and England defender Maguire tweeted his condolences: "Such sad news. My thoughts are with his family and friends."
Matlock teammate Piteu Crouz posted on social media: "Can’t believe it! Just the other day we were celebrating your Hatrick together. Rest easy bro."
Tucker Poole added: "Words can’t even describe how I’m feeling. Cruel world we live in. You’ll never be forgotten sinbad quality player & even better person. Absolute privilege to know you as a person & to share the pitch with you."
Alfreton chairman Wayne Bradley wrote: "No words can express my sadness."
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Huddersfield, where Jordan rose through the youth ranks, said: "Everyone at #htafc is devastated to hear that former player Jordan Sinnott has passed away today.
"Our thoughts are with Jordan's family, friends and everyone and his former and current clubs.
"A #htafc Academy graduate and proud Terrier, we will always remember him."
Family friend Gaz Stokes said on Facebook: "Just cannot get my head around this.
"Devastated - a talented footballer and top lad. RIP my friend. You will be greatly missed. "Thoughts and prayers are with your family. Fly high with the angels Jordan."
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Former teammate Adam Morgan said: "Sinbad I couldn’t possibly put into words how much this news has hit me! My team mate through some great times an a always friend. From playing against you an with you my heart is broken today. What a man you are.. RIP Sinbad."
Bournemouth midfielder Phillip Billing messaged: Terrible news. Rest easy Sinbad, gone way too soon. Sending my deepest condolences to your family and friends!"
Matlock Town wrote in a statement on their website: "His family and friends were with him at his bedside and we send our sincere condolences to them all at this very sad time."
Alfreton paid tribute in their statement: "Jordan was a model footballer and an exceptional talent during his time at the Impact Arena and had a close affinity with both the manager, assistant and the players he took the field with.
"Rest easy Sinbad, we will never forget you."
The midfielder came through the ranks at Championship side Huddersfield, following in the footsteps of father Lee, who made over 500 Football League appearances.
He made his first-team debut for the Terriers in the FA Cup against Leicester in 2013.
Sinnott joined Altrincham in 2015 and has also had spells at Halifax and Chesterfield before joining Alfreton in 2018.


thedailymirror--2020-01-25--Liam Hemsworth's sister-in-law Elsa doesn't regret matching tattoo with Miley Cyrus

Liam Hemsworth 's sister-in-law Elsa Pataky has opened up about her matching tattoo with Miley Cyrus .
While the mother-of-three , 43 , may have slammed the singer in the past , Elsa has made it clear that she holds no qualms about sharing a permanent reminder of her on her arm .
The stunning actress - who is married to Avengers star Chris Hemsworth - insisted she 's happy with all of her tattoos including the ink she and Miley , 27 , got together back in 2016 .
Elsa and the 'Wrecking Ball ' hit-maker both got a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ When asked about her body ink by Vogue Australia , Elsa said : `` I don ’ t regret any of them , they ’ re symbols and I love having them and it reminds me of those moments . ''
While Miley was still very much in love with her ex-husband Liam,30 , her and Elsa became exceptionally close and made the decision to get matching ink as a symbol of their friendship .
Elsa failed to otherwise comment on Miley and Liam 's recent high-profile breakup in her Vogue Australia interview @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thoughts on the controversial split while speaking to reporters at an event in November .
`` My brother in law , well , after a relationship where he dedicated 10 years , he ’ s discouraged … but he ’ s taking it well '' she said at the time .
`` He ’ s a strong guy and he deserves the best .
I think he deserves much more . ''
she scoled .
Elsa also stated that her brother-in-law had been leaning on his family , including his older brother Chris @ @ @ @ @ @ @ split .
`` Family is always there to protect you .
He and his brother are so close and he ’ s really been there for him to give him the strength he needs , '' she told People Magazine .
Liam filed for divorce in August after just seven months of marriage since their wedding day on Dec. 23 , 2018 .
In August 2019 , a rep for the 'Ca n't Stop ' singer confirmed in a statement that the couple had split .
`` Liam and Miley have agreed to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ statement read .
`` Ever-evolving , changing as partners and individuals , they have decided this is what ’ s best while they both focus on themselves and careers .
They still remain dedicated parents to all of their animals they share while lovingly taking this time apart .
Please respect their process and privacy . ''
According to sources , the pair had a prenup that divided their property , and it had previously been decided that Miley would keep all their animals .
In other words , it was n't a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ claimed `` the divorce was marked by significant bitterness on both sides , but that seems to have subsided as they decided it ’ s better to move on than fight . ''
Since their split , Miley has been in a number of high-profile relationships including Kaitlynn Carter who she dated right after her split from Hemsworth in the summer .
The 'Wrecking Ball ' singer is currently in a relationship with Cody Simpson .

Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth split in August after less than a year of marriage, but Elsa has explained why she has no hard feelings regarding the tattoo
Liam Hemsworth's sister-in-law Elsa Pataky has opened up about her matching tattoo with Miley Cyrus.
While the mother-of-three, 43, may have slammed the singer in the past, Elsa has made it clear that she holds no qualms about sharing a permanent reminder of her on her arm.
The stunning actress - who is married to Avengers star Chris Hemsworth - insisted she's happy with all of her tattoos including the ink she and Miley, 27, got together back in 2016.
Elsa and the 'Wrecking Ball' hit-maker both got a tiny wave symbol in black ink.
When asked about her body ink by Vogue Australia, Elsa said: "I don’t regret any of them, they’re symbols and I love having them and it reminds me of those moments."
While Miley was still very much in love with her ex-husband Liam,30, her and Elsa became exceptionally close and made the decision to get matching ink as a symbol of their friendship.
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Elsa failed to otherwise comment on Miley and Liam's recent high-profile breakup in her Vogue Australia interview.
She did however previously share her thoughts on the controversial split while speaking to reporters at an event in November.
"My brother in law, well, after a relationship where he dedicated 10 years, he’s discouraged … but he’s taking it well" she said at the time.
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"He’s a strong guy and he deserves the best. I think he deserves much more." she scoled.
Elsa also stated that her brother-in-law had been leaning on his family, including his older brother Chris, in the weeks after the difficult split.
"Family is always there to protect you. He and his brother are so close and he’s really been there for him to give him the strength he needs," she told People Magazine .
Liam filed for divorce in August after just seven months of marriage since their wedding day on Dec. 23, 2018.
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In August 2019, a rep for the 'Can't Stop' singer confirmed in a statement that the couple had split.
"Liam and Miley have agreed to separate at this time," the statement read.
"Ever-evolving, changing as partners and individuals, they have decided this is what’s best while they both focus on themselves and careers. They still remain dedicated parents to all of their animals they share while lovingly taking this time apart. Please respect their process and privacy."
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According to sources, the pair had a prenup that divided their property, and it had previously been decided that Miley would keep all their animals.
In other words, it wasn't a hugely complicated split—but that said, TMZ claimed "the divorce was marked by significant bitterness on both sides, but that seems to have subsided as they decided it’s better to move on than fight."
Since their split, Miley has been in a number of high-profile relationships including Kaitlynn Carter who she dated right after her split from Hemsworth in the summer.
The 'Wrecking Ball' singer is currently in a relationship with Cody Simpson.


thedailymirror--2020-01-25--Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will refuse to blame Ed Woodward if he fails at Man Utd

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer insists he will not blame his bosses if he fails at Old Trafford .
Solskjaer ’ s position at United is under intense scrutiny ahead of Sunday 's FA Cup trip to Tranmere after defeats at the hands of Liverpool and Burnley left the Reds ’ top-four ambitions in the balance .
United ’ s fans have turned on the Glazer family , who have taken £1.3billion out of the club since they took over in 2005 , and on beleaguered chief executive Ed Woodward .
And David Moyes , Louis van Gaal and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ failure to bring success to Old Trafford was down to the way Woodward runs the business .
But Solskjaer said : “ It is a skill to look yourself in the mirror sometimes and not just blame others .
“ Some people do blame others .
Some of us think we are better than others .
“ For me it ’ s all about understanding the club – and I believe in the structure that ’ s been put in place here .
“ In the time I have been here , we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ scouting , recruiting and researching players to make sure we are comfortable when we sign them .
“ The club won ’ t sign a player without me accepting it .
It ’ s down to me to say yes or no when the club finds a target.
” Solskjaer believes the only thing he needs at Old Trafford is time .
He has been tasked to re-establish United ’ s identity after the club ’ s £840million transfer spend in the six-and-a-half-years since Sir Alex Ferguson retired failed miserably .
United have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sacked .
But Moyes , Van Gaal and Mourinho were all given the dreaded vote of confidence before the axe fell .
Solskjaer said : “ I really don ’ t fear for my position .
I just keep on working .
“ Of course you know you need results and to show you are doing the right things .
But I won ’ t spend big money on someone to come in here now if they are not right for the club .
“ There ’ s always room for error in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ per cent .
“ And sometimes it just takes time .
“ Is it an error when it takes a player from abroad a season getting acclimatised ?
“ For example , there was loads of criticism on Fred , with people saying he ’ ll never be good enough .
“ I think he is proving now how vital and important he is and that you can ’ t always expect new players to perform straight away.
” Solskjaer added : “ When I sat down with the club , we all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It ’ s not like I ’ ve been told what we ’ re doing – we all agreed on these things when we signed contracts .
We agreed a plan .
“ We have to spend wisely , that ’ s one of the keys for me .
“ We have spent loads of money in the past five or six seasons , since Sir Alex left .
“ I ’ ve got to make sure that when we spend money now it ’ s on the right players and the @ @ @ @ @ @

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hopeful of adding to Man Utd squad before end of transfer window
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hopeful of adding to Man Utd squad before end of transfer window
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is under huge pressure as Man Utd manager with previous bosses David Moyes, Louis van Gaal and Jose Mourinho blaming Ed Woodward and the Glazer family
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will refuse to blame Ed Woodward if he fails at Man Utd
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer insists he will not blame his bosses if he fails at Old Trafford.
Solskjaer’s position at United is under intense scrutiny ahead of Sunday's FA Cup trip to Tranmere after defeats at the hands of Liverpool and Burnley left the Reds’ top-four ambitions in the balance.
United’s fans have turned on the Glazer family, who have taken £1.3billion out of the club since they took over in 2005, and on beleaguered chief executive Ed Woodward.
And David Moyes, Louis van Gaal and Jose Mourinho all previously claimed that their failure to bring success to Old Trafford was down to the way Woodward runs the business.
But Solskjaer said: “It is a skill to look yourself in the mirror sometimes and not just blame others.
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“Some people do blame others. Some of us think we are better than others.
“For me it’s all about understanding the club – and I believe in the structure that’s been put in place here.
“In the time I have been here, we have spent a lot of resources on scouting, recruiting and researching players to make sure we are comfortable when we sign them.
“The club won’t sign a player without me accepting it. It’s down to me to say yes or no when the club finds a target.”
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
Solskjaer believes the only thing he needs at Old Trafford is time.
He has been tasked to re-establish United’s identity after the club’s £840million transfer spend in the six-and-a-half-years since Sir Alex Ferguson retired failed miserably.
United have insisted the 48-year-old Norwegian will not be sacked.
But Moyes, Van Gaal and Mourinho were all given the dreaded vote of confidence before the axe fell.
Solskjaer said: “I really don’t fear for my position. I just keep on working.
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“Of course you know you need results and to show you are doing the right things. But I won’t spend big money on someone to come in here now if they are not right for the club.
“There’s always room for error in transfers because you can never be 100 per cent.
“And sometimes it just takes time.
“Is it an error when it takes a player from abroad a season getting acclimatised? “For example, there was loads of criticism on Fred, with people saying he’ll never be good enough.
“I think he is proving now how vital and important he is and that you can’t always expect new players to perform straight away.”
Solskjaer added: “When I sat down with the club, we all agreed that the culture had to change. It’s not like I’ve been told what we’re doing – we all agreed on these things when we signed contracts. We agreed a plan.
“We have to spend wisely, that’s one of the keys for me.
“We have spent loads of money in the past five or six seasons, since Sir Alex left.
“I’ve got to make sure that when we spend money now it’s on the right players and the right types of players.”


thedailymirror--2020-01-25--Man Utd make youth team suit gaffe in another Old Trafford embarrassment

Manchester United 's youth-team players hoped to follow in the footsteps of Old Trafford legends like the Busby Babes and Class of ‘ 92 last week – only to discover someone had failed to order their shoes .
United ’ s kids were supposed to wear their iconic club suits for the first time when they travelled to face Norwich in the FA Youth Cup on Wednesday night .
But the Paul Smith-designed blazer and trousers combo – replete with the Manchester coat of arms , white shirt and a red club tie – had to be put back on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ order had not been signed off for shoes .
It meant United ’ s youngsters had to make do with their club tracksuits for the visit to Carrow Road .
It didn ’ t have any effect on their performance , as the Reds moved into the fifth round with a 2-0 victory .
But insiders believe it is another example of how things have been allowed to slide at Old Trafford .
United players and officials – from the first-team down – have been required to look the part on away-days by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Matt Busby .
A source at United said : “ The youth-team squad have been waiting for their new suits since the start of the season .
It ’ s an important tradition at the club and is a huge source of pride when they are given the blazer .
“ Then it was discovered someone had not ordered shoes to go with the suits .
“ It ’ s just another little example of how some of the club ’ s traditions are slowly being eroded , often by pinching pennies.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be suited and booted for away games last year after being told that predecessor Jose Mourinho had allowed them to travel in tracksuits .
Some Old Trafford insiders are also unhappy about the design of the Manchester crest on the new suits – which has been described as “ looking like a cheap imitation ” .

EXCLUSIVE: Man Utd's youngsters were due to arrive at their FA Youth Cup clash with Norwich wearing club suits but bungling bosses mucked up the order
Manchester United's youth-team players hoped to follow in the footsteps of Old Trafford legends like the Busby Babes and Class of ‘92 last week – only to discover someone had failed to order their shoes.
United’s kids were supposed to wear their iconic club suits for the first time when they travelled to face Norwich in the FA Youth Cup on Wednesday night.
But the Paul Smith-designed blazer and trousers combo – replete with the Manchester coat of arms, white shirt and a red club tie – had to be put back on the hangers when it was discovered an order had not been signed off for shoes.
It meant United’s youngsters had to make do with their club tracksuits for the visit to Carrow Road.
It didn’t have any effect on their performance, as the Reds moved into the fifth round with a 2-0 victory.
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But insiders believe it is another example of how things have been allowed to slide at Old Trafford.
United players and officials – from the first-team down – have been required to look the part on away-days by wearing their club blazer since the days of Matt Busby.
A source at United said: “The youth-team squad have been waiting for their new suits since the start of the season. It’s an important tradition at the club and is a huge source of pride when they are given the blazer.
“Then it was discovered someone had not ordered shoes to go with the suits.
“It’s just another little example of how some of the club’s traditions are slowly being eroded, often by pinching pennies.”
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer ordered his players to be suited and booted for away games last year after being told that predecessor Jose Mourinho had allowed them to travel in tracksuits.
Some Old Trafford insiders are also unhappy about the design of the Manchester crest on the new suits – which has been described as “looking like a cheap imitation”.


thedailymirror--2020-01-25--Man Utd told they're '10 years' behind fierce rivals Liverpool and Man City

It is less than seven years since Sir Alex Ferguson retired – but Manchester United are already more than a decade behind the Premier League ’ s top clubs .
David Moyes , Louis van Gaal , Jose Mourinho and now Ole Gunnar Solskjaer have all been unable to build on the legacy bequeathed by Old Trafford ’ s greatest manager .
Solskjaer goes into Sunday ’ s FA Cup fourth-round clash at Tranmere under intense scrutiny after his attempt to portray last Sunday ’ s 2-0 defeat at Liverpool as some kind of moral victory was undermined by a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Wednesday night the Norwegian takes his team to the Etihad in the Carabao Cup semi-final having been humbled 3-1 by  Manchester City in the first leg at Old Trafford .
And despite a briefed vote of confidence insisting that Solskjaer is not about to be sacked , the reality is that it won ’ t be executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward getting the the axe despite presiding over seven seasons of relative failure since he replaced David Gill in the same summer that Ferguson departed .
One football agent who worked with the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ miles behind Liverpool and Man City – and not just in terms of the Premier League table .
“ It ’ s estimated that for every year a club continues to fail , it is going to take between 18 months and two years to make up that lost ground .
“ United have been sinking fast since Fergie retired – so work it out .
“ They ’ re at least 10 years behind their biggest rivals in terms of having the right structure to put a team capable of winning the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pitch .
And that ’ s being kind.
” Woodward has been described as “ bullet-proof ” by senior club sources .
He has consistently delivered record revenues for the Glazer family – the latest figure was £627million , despite a “ turbulent season ” which saw Mourinho sacked as United finished sixth .
United have spent a staggering £840m in the transfer market during Woodward ’ s tenure – and have made no progress .
Attempts at recruiting a director of football have been shelved because Woodward has been unwilling to relinquish @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fire .
Matt Judge , the club ’ s head of corporate development , continues to deal with negotiations .
And while Solskjaer does have an input on signings , it is Woodward who makes the final decision .
Moyes was dismayed to find a scouting department in such disarray when he took over that the club did not even have a database to collect information on potential signings .
United ’ s answer was to employ an army of scouts – but Mourinho complained when their number exceeded 50 that they generated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ voices to be heard .
At one point last season , an administrative error meant United sent two scouts to assess a player at the same game .
One urged the club to look into taking the target to Old Trafford – while the other concluded he was not the required standard .
In the summer , United were angry when Sporting Lisbon claimed they were interested in midfielder Bruno Fernandes .
The Portugal star was not deemed good enough – yet six months on United have been trying to convince Sporting to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A move for Paris Saint-Germain ’ s Edinson Cavani was dismissed when it was discovered the Uruguayan earns £360,000 a week in France .
And reports that United are now looking into possible loans for Islam Slimani , Odion Ighalo and even Carlos Tevez are embarrassing for a club of their stature .
United legend Gary Neville is not one for hyperbole – but he has sided with the growing number of supporters who want Woodward to be removed .
United are in the kind of mess not seen since they were relegated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Harrison and Lyndon Harrison to leave Man City in 2017 to oversee the recruitment of youth players , it was regarded as a major coup .
But one source told Sunday Mirror Sport : “ The one thing United have always been excellent at his producing their own players .
“ If United signed you , then you had to be a bit special because there was only one squad for every age group .
Now the academy is rammed with shadow squads .
They have got the numbers , but not the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as temporary boss to succeed Mourinho in March , his brief was to re-establish the club identity he recognised from his time as a player .
That meant discarding disruptive dressing-room influences like Alexis Sanchez and Romelu Lukaku .
But while spending £150m on British players like Harry Maguire , Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Dan James , and promoting youngsters like Mason Greenwood , Brandon Williams , Angel Gomes , Tahith Chong and James Garner looks good in theory , the reality is the United boss has a squad that lacks depth , experience @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ 92 had Eric Cantona , Roy Keane , Steve Bruce and Peter Schmeichel to guide them at a club that had been crowned champions in two of the previous three seasons .
It is unthinkable for Solskjaer that United become FA Cup victims at Prenton Park on Sunday .

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hopeful of adding to Man Utd squad before end of transfer window
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hopeful of adding to Man Utd squad before end of transfer window
Man Utd have slid since Sir Alex Ferguson retired and according to one agent they are 10 years behind the likes of Man City and Liverpool
It is less than seven years since Sir Alex Ferguson retired – but Manchester United are already more than a decade behind the Premier League’s top clubs.
David Moyes, Louis van Gaal, Jose Mourinho and now Ole Gunnar Solskjaer have all been unable to build on the legacy bequeathed by Old Trafford’s greatest manager.
Solskjaer goes into Sunday’s FA Cup fourth-round clash at Tranmere under intense scrutiny after his attempt to portray last Sunday’s 2-0 defeat at Liverpool as some kind of moral victory was undermined by a 2-0 home defeat by Burnley .
On Wednesday night the Norwegian takes his team to the Etihad in the Carabao Cup semi-final having been humbled 3-1 by  Manchester City in the first leg at Old Trafford.
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And despite a briefed vote of confidence insisting that Solskjaer is not about to be sacked, the reality is that it won’t be executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward getting the the axe despite presiding over seven seasons of relative failure since he replaced David Gill in the same summer that Ferguson departed.
One football agent who worked with the club claimed: “United are absolutely miles behind Liverpool and Man City – and not just in terms of the Premier League table.
“It’s estimated that for every year a club continues to fail, it is going to take between 18 months and two years to make up that lost ground.
“United have been sinking fast since Fergie retired – so work it out.
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“They’re at least 10 years behind their biggest rivals in terms of having the right structure to put a team capable of winning the title and the Champions League on the pitch. And that’s being kind.”
Woodward has been described as “bullet-proof” by senior club sources. He has consistently delivered record revenues for the Glazer family – the latest figure was £627million, despite a “turbulent season” which saw Mourinho sacked as United finished sixth.
United have spent a staggering £840m in the transfer market during Woodward’s tenure – and have made no progress.
Attempts at recruiting a director of football have been shelved because Woodward has been unwilling to relinquish some of his power to hire and fire.
Image: PA) PA)
Matt Judge, the club’s head of corporate development, continues to deal with negotiations.
And while Solskjaer does have an input on signings, it is Woodward who makes the final decision.
Moyes was dismayed to find a scouting department in such disarray when he took over that the club did not even have a database to collect information on potential signings.
United’s answer was to employ an army of scouts – but Mourinho complained when their number exceeded 50 that they generated too much background noise for the right voices to be heard.
At one point last season, an administrative error meant United sent two scouts to assess a player at the same game.
Image: Global Media Group/Sipa USA) Global Media Group/Sipa USA)
One urged the club to look into taking the target to Old Trafford – while the other concluded he was not the required standard.
In the summer, United were angry when Sporting Lisbon claimed they were interested in midfielder Bruno Fernandes.
The Portugal star was not deemed good enough – yet six months on United have been trying to convince Sporting to accept £55m for their star player.
A move for Paris Saint-Germain’s Edinson Cavani was dismissed when it was discovered the Uruguayan earns £360,000 a week in France. And reports that United are now looking into possible loans for Islam Slimani, Odion Ighalo and even Carlos Tevez are embarrassing for a club of their stature.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
United legend Gary Neville is not one for hyperbole – but he has sided with the growing number of supporters who want Woodward to be removed.
United are in the kind of mess not seen since they were relegated in 1974.
When United convinced Dave Harrison and Lyndon Harrison to leave Man City in 2017 to oversee the recruitment of youth players, it was regarded as a major coup.
But one source told Sunday Mirror Sport: “The one thing United have always been excellent at his producing their own players.
“If United signed you, then you had to be a bit special because there was only one squad for every age group. Now the academy is rammed with shadow squads. They have got the numbers, but not the quality.”
When Solskjaer passed his audition as temporary boss to succeed Mourinho in March, his brief was to re-establish the club identity he recognised from his time as a player. That meant discarding disruptive dressing-room influences like Alexis Sanchez and Romelu Lukaku.
But while spending £150m on British players like Harry Maguire, Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Dan James, and promoting youngsters like Mason Greenwood, Brandon Williams, Angel Gomes, Tahith Chong and James Garner looks good in theory, the reality is the United boss has a squad that lacks depth, experience and proven quality.
It’s a policy that smacks of naivety.
The Class of ’92 had Eric Cantona, Roy Keane, Steve Bruce and Peter Schmeichel to guide them at a club that had been crowned champions in two of the previous three seasons.
It is unthinkable for Solskjaer that United become FA Cup victims at Prenton Park on Sunday.


thedailymirror--2020-01-25--Mauricio Pochettino's Tottenham agreement gives Ole Gunnar Solskjaer lifeline at Man Utd

Mauricio Pochettino 's Tottenham exit package has given under-fire Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer more time .
If the Argentine lands another job before the end of the season then Spurs will be entitled to up to £10million compensation .
Solskjaer has been given assurances until the end of the season as Executive Vice Chairman Ed Woodward and the club 's American owners want to give the Norwegian the opportunity to turn United ’ s fortunes around on the pitch after taking a gamble on his appointment 10 months ago .
But the club ’ s reluctance to invest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ after spending £150million on players in the summer – is a sign that the next four months will make or break Solskjaer ’ s United future .
Pochettino still has strong support in the United boardroom , despite Woodward resisting calls to install him when Jose Mourinho was axed .
But breaking into the top four or winning the Europa League were deemed vital for Solskjaer as United ’ s owners sought Champions League financial rewards .
Solskjaer sent a timely message to his bosses about Jurgen Klopp - explaining that the German @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` We do have a way of doing things , of course .
You can see other teams have done well .
Jurgen spent four years building his team , and they 're going well now , '' Solskjaer said .
`` So , of course , I have said it a number of times , it 's not going to be a quick fix , and it 's not going to be eight players in or ten players in in one transfer window .
`` We have had one transfer window @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , because in January it is difficult , but we are still trying to do something now .
`` When you start something you stick to that plan - well , for me anyway .
`` I 'm not going to change six or eight , nine , ten months after I got the job and start believing in a different way of doing things .
`` I 'm going to stick to what I have been trusted to do by the club , and hopefully that will be good enough .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is right , and we 've just got to keep on - you know , it is one of these jobs , we know how football is these days .
`` But all my conversations with the club have been positive . ''

EXCLUSIVE: Mauricio Pochettino has been a long term target for Man Utd and is currently a free agent after he was sacked by Tottenham
Mauricio Pochettino's Tottenham exit package has given under-fire Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer more time.
If the Argentine lands another job before the end of the season then Spurs will be entitled to up to £10million compensation.
Solskjaer has been given assurances until the end of the season as Executive Vice Chairman Ed Woodward and the club's American owners want to give the Norwegian the opportunity to turn United’s fortunes around on the pitch after taking a gamble on his appointment 10 months ago.
But the club’s reluctance to invest significantly in the January transfer market – after spending £150million on players in the summer – is a sign that the next four months will make or break Solskjaer’s United future.
Image: Action Images via Reuters) Action Images via Reuters)
Pochettino still has strong support in the United boardroom, despite Woodward resisting calls to install him when Jose Mourinho was axed.
But breaking into the top four or winning the Europa League were deemed vital for Solskjaer as United’s owners sought Champions League financial rewards.
Solskjaer sent a timely message to his bosses about Jurgen Klopp - explaining that the German didn't build Liverpool in a day.
"We do have a way of doing things, of course. You can see other teams have done well. Jurgen spent four years building his team, and they're going well now," Solskjaer said.
Image: Manchester United via Getty Imag) Manchester United via Getty Imag)
"So, of course, I have said it a number of times, it's not going to be a quick fix, and it's not going to be eight players in or ten players in in one transfer window.
"We have had one transfer window, one proper one in the summer, because in January it is difficult, but we are still trying to do something now.
"When you start something you stick to that plan - well, for me anyway.
"I'm not going to change six or eight, nine, ten months after I got the job and start believing in a different way of doing things.
"I'm going to stick to what I have been trusted to do by the club, and hopefully that will be good enough.
"They can see what we are doing is right, and we've just got to keep on - you know, it is one of these jobs, we know how football is these days.
"But all my conversations with the club have been positive."


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Strictly Come Dancing bosses 'want to recruit Brooklyn Beckham' for 2020 series

Strictly Come Dancing bosses to have Brooklyn Beckham in their sights for the next season of the show .
The flagship BBC series returns to TV in the autumn and casting directors are said to have made hiring Brooklyn , 20 , a top priority .
According to The Sun , bosses are hoping to find a younger audience for the celebrity dance competition and think getting the eldest son of David and Victoria Beckham .
on board would be a real coup .
The source said : `` Brooklyn is the main target for casting chiefs at the moment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ parents ’ fans as well as his own . ''
It is hoped that Brooklyn 's involvement could lead to his parents attending the live shows too .
The report comes after Calum Best warned Brooklyn off of wild antics following his own experiences as the son of an iconic footballer .
“ I 'd be going out every night but it can affect your health and reputation , '' said Calum .
However , amateur photographer Brooklyn seems more focused on his current romance with 25-year-old actress Nicola Peltz , who has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' .
Meanwhile , another potential contestant for Strictly Come Dancing bosses is Royal Family member Lady Amelia Windsor , a model and granddaughter of Prince Edward , Duke of Kent , a cousin of the Queen .
Amelia is 39th in line to the throne and the producers are keen to build on the current Royal domination of headlines .
“ Lady Amelia is both stunning and very young , so she should appeal to a young market too , ” revealed the source .
It remains to be seen if both @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but the focus on a younger audience seems evident for bosses .
Would you be keen to see Brooklyn and Amelia on Strictly ?
Let us know in the comments below .
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Brooklyn Beckham shows us what he loves about photography
Brooklyn Beckham shows us what he loves about photography
The son of David and Victoria Beckham is said to be top of the list as Strictly Come Dancing bosses start casting for the next season
Strictly Come Dancing bosses 'want to recruit Brooklyn Beckham' for 2020 series
Strictly Come Dancing bosses to have Brooklyn Beckham in their sights for the next season of the show.
The flagship BBC series returns to TV in the autumn and casting directors are said to have made hiring Brooklyn, 20, a top priority.
According to The Sun , bosses are hoping to find a younger audience for the celebrity dance competition and think getting the eldest son of David and Victoria Beckham. on board would be a real coup.
The source said: "Brooklyn is the main target for casting chiefs at the moment, because he will appeal to his parents’ fans as well as his own."
Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images for Age) Dave Benett/Getty Images for Age)
It is hoped that Brooklyn's involvement could lead to his parents attending the live shows too.
The report comes after Calum Best warned Brooklyn off of wild antics following his own experiences as the son of an iconic footballer.
“I'd be going out every night but it can affect your health and reputation," said Calum.
Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images for Hug) Dave Benett/Getty Images for Hug) Image: @brooklynbeckham/Instagram) @brooklynbeckham/Instagram)
However, amateur photographer Brooklyn seems more focused on his current romance with 25-year-old actress Nicola Peltz, who has claimed that their relationship is "forever".
Meanwhile, another potential contestant for Strictly Come Dancing bosses is Royal Family member Lady Amelia Windsor, a model and granddaughter of Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, a cousin of the Queen.
Amelia is 39th in line to the throne and the producers are keen to build on the current Royal domination of headlines.
Image: Mike Marsland/WireImage) Mike Marsland/WireImage)
“Lady Amelia is both stunning and very young, so she should appeal to a young market too,” revealed the source.
It remains to be seen if both stars will end up in the line-up, but the focus on a younger audience seems evident for bosses.
Would you be keen to see Brooklyn and Amelia on Strictly? Let us know in the comments below.
Do you have a story to sell? Get in touch with us at webtv@trinitymirror.com or call us direct 0207 29 33033


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--George Ford shrugs off World Cup Final fall-out to aim high in Six Nations

George Ford returns to the international stage insisting he bears no ill-feeling towards Eddie Jones for claiming he blundered by starting Leicester 's fly-half in the World Cup final .
Two months have passed since England lost heavily to South Africa and Jones described picking Ford to start at 10 as a selection mistake .
No player needs to hear that in public , especially so soon after the most disappointing loss of his career .
Yet Ford says he had no problem with his coach voicing regret at not reverting to Owen Farrell at stand-off .
“ I wasn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ like that , genuinely I wasn ’ t , ” said the Tigers star .
“ When you go through something like that I think everyone wonders ‘ what could we have done better , as individuals and as a team ?
’ “ We ’ re a squad that can play in a variety of ways and we each understand that our roles may change depending on what Eddie thinks is best for that game .
“ That ’ s why we didn ’ t bat an eyelid at the selection for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dropped in favour of Farrell ) whilst outside the camp people were making a song and dance about it .
“ Eddie ’ s in the job to make those decisions , to feel the way he feels and think the way he thinks and he was great for us in Japan .
“ Why ?
Because we understood what our role was in the team each week and that lets you understand what you ’ ve got to do and how you ’ ve got to prepare to perform .
“ You @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in terms of clarity which enables you to commit to it and be decisive which , especially in a position like 10 , is massively important.
” England head into the Guinness Six Nations Championship as heavy favourites to win a 14th Grand Slam and 29th title outright .
But to this day they have not worked out what went so wrong in the final , how they crashed to earth having reached near perfection against the Wallabies and All Blacks .
“ Do I think we should we have done anything differently @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” said Ford .
“ But you ’ ve got to turn up on the day for finals and that day we weren ’ t good enough .
“ Of course it was hard to take .
But that ’ s sport .
We ’ ve got to be able to take the good things from where we are now .
I still think there ’ s improvement in us.
” The first test of that comes in Paris a week today where Ford will be tasked with unpicking Shaun Edwards ’ defence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ Shaun coaches an attitude to go out and defend for your lives , ” said Ford , who needs victory to reach his half century of wins in an England shirt .
“ He ’ ll make it very tough for us .
”

“Eddie’s in the job to make those decisions, to feel the way he feels and think the way he thinks. I wasn’t upset about it or anything like that, genuinely I wasn’t"
George Ford returns to the international stage insisting he bears no ill-feeling towards Eddie Jones for claiming he blundered by starting Leicester's fly-half in the World Cup final.
Two months have passed since England lost heavily to South Africa and Jones described picking Ford to start at 10 as a selection mistake.
No player needs to hear that in public, especially so soon after the most disappointing loss of his career. Yet Ford says he had no problem with his coach voicing regret at not reverting to Owen Farrell at stand-off.
“I wasn’t upset about it or anything like that, genuinely I wasn’t,” said the Tigers star. “When you go through something like that I think everyone wonders ‘what could we have done better, as individuals and as a team?’
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
“We’re a squad that can play in a variety of ways and we each understand that our roles may change depending on what Eddie thinks is best for that game.
“That’s why we didn’t bat an eyelid at the selection for the Australia quarter-final (when Ford was dropped in favour of Farrell) whilst outside the camp people were making a song and dance about it.
“Eddie’s in the job to make those decisions, to feel the way he feels and think the way he thinks and he was great for us in Japan.
Image: PA) PA)
“Why? Because we understood what our role was in the team each week and that lets you understand what you’ve got to do and how you’ve got to prepare to perform.
“You go onto the pitch with no illusions in terms of clarity which enables you to commit to it and be decisive which, especially in a position like 10, is massively important.”
England head into the Guinness Six Nations Championship as heavy favourites to win a 14th Grand Slam and 29th title outright.
Image: PA) PA) Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
But to this day they have not worked out what went so wrong in the final, how they crashed to earth having reached near perfection against the Wallabies and All Blacks.
“Do I think we should we have done anything differently, no I don’t,” said Ford. “But you’ve got to turn up on the day for finals and that day we weren’t good enough.
“Of course it was hard to take. But that’s sport. We’ve got to be able to take the good things from where we are now. I still think there’s improvement in us.”
Image: Getty) Getty)
The first test of that comes in Paris a week today where Ford will be tasked with unpicking Shaun Edwards’ defence on his coaching debut for France.
“Shaun coaches an attitude to go out and defend for your lives,” said Ford, who needs victory to reach his half century of wins in an England shirt. “He’ll make it very tough for us.”


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--UK weather: Met Office issues yellow weather warnings for 'dangerous' snow and ice

The Met Office has issued four yellow weather warnings for 'dangerous ' snow and ice in parts of the country overnight .
The warning is in place from midnight tonight until 10am tomorrow .
People are being warned of potential travel disruption , as well as injuries from slips and falls on icy surfaces .
In Scotland , residents are being told to brace for snow , while showers will turn increasingly wintry overnight .
Icy patches are also expected to bring some disruption .
The Met Office said : `` Falling snow will reach low levels away from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Some spots may see accumulations of 1-3 cm below 150 m , with more widely 5-10 cm above 150 m and 15 cm above 300 m. '' It added : `` Strong winds may also bring temporary blizzard conditions in association with the showers . ''
And in North East England , the warning reads : `` Following rain on Sunday afternoon surfaces are expected to remain wet into the evening when temperatures will start to fall .
`` With surface temperatures falling below freezing some icy stretches are likely to form , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` Some further rain overnight may bring an increased risk of icy stretches for Monday morning . ''
In Northern Ireland there will also be a `` fragmenting band of rain and hill snow will cross from the west during Sunday evening '' .
Temperatures are set to drop overnight and icy patches will develop .
Meanwhile , conditions will continue to be unsettled later on in the week with spells of rain and strong winds , and possible gales .
There could also be some brighter and colder periods at times @ @ @ @ @ @ @ snow during the period will be confined to the northerly hills .
Temperatures will fluctuate from mild to cold .
Rain and fresh to strong winds moving southeastwards across the UK , followed by some bright or sunny spells across western areas during the afternoon .
Wintry showers developing across northwest Scotland .
Becoming colder from the northwest .
Blustery showers for northern and westerns UK and turning wintry in the northwest with some snow over high ground .
Risk of icy stretches by dawn for Northern Ireland and Scotland .
Sunny spells @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the north , and perhaps merging into a longer spell of rain later .
Feeling cold in the brisk southwesterly winds .
Windy and cold on Tuesday with a mix of sunny intervals and wintry showers .
Turning milder for Wednesday and Thursday with rain in the north and west .

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Snow, ice and blizzard conditions are forecast for tonight onwards causing potential travel disruption and risk of injury, the Met Office has warned
The Met Office has issued four yellow weather warnings for 'dangerous' snow and ice in parts of the country overnight.
The warning is in place from midnight tonight until 10am tomorrow.
People are being warned of potential travel disruption, as well as injuries from slips and falls on icy surfaces.
In Scotland, residents are being told to brace for snow, while showers will turn increasingly wintry overnight.
Icy patches are also expected to bring some disruption.
The Met Office said: "Falling snow will reach low levels away from the western coastal fringes by dawn.
Image: Met Office) Met Office)
"Some spots may see accumulations of 1-3 cm below 150 m, with more widely 5-10 cm above 150 m and 15 cm above 300 m."
It added: "Strong winds may also bring temporary blizzard conditions in association with the showers."
And in North East England, the warning reads: "Following rain on Sunday afternoon surfaces are expected to remain wet into the evening when temperatures will start to fall.
Image: PA) PA)
"With surface temperatures falling below freezing some icy stretches are likely to form, mainly on rural routes and untreated surfaces.
"Some further rain overnight may bring an increased risk of icy stretches for Monday morning."
In Northern Ireland there will also be a "fragmenting band of rain and hill snow will cross from the west during Sunday evening".
Image: PA) PA)
Temperatures are set to drop overnight and icy patches will develop.
Meanwhile, conditions will continue to be unsettled later on in the week with spells of rain and strong winds, and possible gales.
There could also be some brighter and colder periods at times, with some lighter showers.
Image: PA) PA)
Any snow during the period will be confined to the northerly hills.
Temperatures will fluctuate from mild to cold.
Five-day weather forecast
Today
Rain and fresh to strong winds moving southeastwards across the UK, followed by some bright or sunny spells across western areas during the afternoon. Wintry showers developing across northwest Scotland. Becoming colder from the northwest.
Tonight
Blustery showers for northern and westerns UK and turning wintry in the northwest with some snow over high ground. Risk of icy stretches by dawn for Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Monday
Sunny spells and scattered showers, these wintry in the north, and perhaps merging into a longer spell of rain later. Feeling cold in the brisk southwesterly winds.
Outlook for Tuesday to Thursday
Windy and cold on Tuesday with a mix of sunny intervals and wintry showers. Turning milder for Wednesday and Thursday with rain in the north and west.


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Huge mystery predator devours alligator corpse 1.5 miles beneath the ocean

A mystery predator devoured an alligator corpse after researchers left it underwater for an ocean study .
Scientists had lowered the three dead reptiles at a depth of one and a half miles in the Gulf of Mexico to understand how carbon-hungry creatures of the deep would react .
Despite one alligator and its harness having a combined weight of 38.9kg ( 85.8lbs ) , a mystery predator managed to pull it 30ft through the sand , drag marks suggested .
The rope was bitten completely through , allowing the predator to carry away its meal .
When the scientists @ @ @ @ @ @ @ later , they found nothing but an alligator-shaped depression in the sea bed and the weight with rope still attached .
Another alligator had its bones picked clean within a few weeks and a third one was devoured by deep-sea crustaceans .
Dr Craig McClain of the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium , which organised the drop , said there was no way to be sure of what had snatched the missing alligator .
`` We have no video evidence for what removed that alligator , '' he said .
`` Through a process @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we think that one of two species of shark is the most likely candidate .
`` However , this remains a hypothesis at this time . ''
It is believed the predator might be a Greenland shark or a sixgill shark , who would have eaten the gator whole .
The team had hoped that the reptiles ' tough hides would impede creatures of the deep from getting to the soft tissue underneath .
Less than 24 hours later , scientists found a group of giant isopods , a type of crustaceans , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
When they checked up on the other alligator a month-and-a-half later , they found only skeletal remains , with no soft tissue remaining .
The bones also revealed a type of zombie worm , or osedax , previously unknown to science .
The worms colonise bones and consume the lipids within , and have never before been observed in the Gulf of Mexico .
`` Our group seeks to understand how carbon is cycled through oceans as well as the connections between land and oceans in the carbon cycle , '' said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ populations of crocodilians are often near coastal habitats , our group seeks to understand how their carcasses might serve as a carbon source in the deep oceans .
`` How quickly can deep-sea organisms , and through what part of the food web , access this carbon ? ''
The answer , it turns out , is very quickly .

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Scientists had dropped three gators at a depth of one and a half miles into the ocean for a study - and were shocked when they discovered one of them had been devoured completely
A mystery predator devoured an alligator corpse after researchers left it underwater for an ocean study.
Scientists had lowered the three dead reptiles at a depth of one and a half miles in the Gulf of Mexico to understand how carbon-hungry creatures of the deep would react.
Despite one alligator and its harness having a combined weight of 38.9kg (85.8lbs), a mystery predator managed to pull it 30ft through the sand, drag marks suggested.
The rope was bitten completely through, allowing the predator to carry away its meal.
When the scientists returned to the drop zone eight days later, they found nothing but an alligator-shaped depression in the sea bed and the weight with rope still attached.
Image: Credit: Lumcon via Pen News) Credit: Lumcon via Pen News)
Another alligator had its bones picked clean within a few weeks and a third one was devoured by deep-sea crustaceans.
Dr Craig McClain of the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium, which organised the drop, said there was no way to be sure of what had snatched the missing alligator.
"We have no video evidence for what removed that alligator," he said.
"Through a process of reasoning and exploring different options, we think that one of two species of shark is the most likely candidate.
"However, this remains a hypothesis at this time."
Image: Credit: Lumcon via Pen News) Credit: Lumcon via Pen News)
It is believed the predator might be a Greenland shark or a sixgill shark, who would have eaten the gator whole.
The team had hoped that the reptiles' tough hides would impede creatures of the deep from getting to the soft tissue underneath.
Less than 24 hours later, scientists found a group of giant isopods, a type of crustaceans, had already penetrated one gator's hide.
When they checked up on the other alligator a month-and-a-half later, they found only skeletal remains, with no soft tissue remaining.
Image: Credit: Lumcon via Pen News) Credit: Lumcon via Pen News)
The bones also revealed a type of zombie worm, or osedax, previously unknown to science.
The worms colonise bones and consume the lipids within, and have never before been observed in the Gulf of Mexico.
"Our group seeks to understand how carbon is cycled through oceans as well as the connections between land and oceans in the carbon cycle," said Dr McClain.
"Given that large populations of crocodilians are often near coastal habitats, our group seeks to understand how their carcasses might serve as a carbon source in the deep oceans.
"How quickly can deep-sea organisms, and through what part of the food web, access this carbon?"
The answer, it turns out, is very quickly.


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Peter Crouch ran around house naked to catch mouse - wearing just rubber gloves

Former England striker Peter Crouch revealed how he ran around naked chasing a mouse wearing just rubber gloves in front of wife Abbey .
The 38-year-old former Stoke and Spurs ace , who netted 22 goals for England , said he was fast asleep with wife Abbey Clancy when they were woken by a mouse 'scurrying around ' .
He said he leapt out of bed and saw the mouse run up the bedroom curtains .
The 6ft 7ins footballer - who retired last summer - said he ran downstairs to get some marigolds so he could take on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 5 Live podcast last week , he said : `` I 've had a couple of pest problems .
`` A mouse got into our bedroom in the middle of the night ...
I heard scurrying and looked over and saw the mouse .
All hell broke loose .
`` The lights came on , it ( the mouse ) went up into the curtains , so I went downstairs and put rubber gloves on .
`` I had no clothes on , was wearing rubber gloves and was bouncing round trying to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` For some reason I did n't want it touching my bare hands . ''
He added : `` The mouse went into the lining of the curtains , so he took a while to get out .
`` I sort of fingered him down ...
I 've gone into the lining and pushed him down .
`` There were a lot of expletives - Abbey was on the bed , she did n't want to touch it or be near it . ''
He said he released the mouse into the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` I think mice are alright . ''

Peter Crouch, 38, admits he and wife Abbey Clancy were woken up by a mouse scurrying around in their bedroom
Former England striker Peter Crouch revealed how he ran around naked chasing a mouse wearing just rubber gloves in front of wife Abbey.
The 38-year-old former Stoke and Spurs ace, who netted 22 goals for England, said he was fast asleep with wife Abbey Clancy when they were woken by a mouse 'scurrying around'.
He said he leapt out of bed and saw the mouse run up the bedroom curtains.
The 6ft 7ins footballer - who retired last summer - said he ran downstairs to get some marigolds so he could take on the mouse.
Speaking on his BBC Radio 5 Live podcast last week, he said: "I've had a couple of pest problems.
"A mouse got into our bedroom in the middle of the night...I heard scurrying and looked over and saw the mouse. All hell broke loose.
Image: PA) PA)
"The lights came on, it (the mouse) went up into the curtains, so I went downstairs and put rubber gloves on.
"I had no clothes on, was wearing rubber gloves and was bouncing round trying to get this mouse out of the curtains.
"For some reason I didn't want it touching my bare hands."
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images) Image: PA) PA)
He added: "The mouse went into the lining of the curtains, so he took a while to get out.
"I sort of fingered him down...I've gone into the lining and pushed him down.
"There were a lot of expletives - Abbey was on the bed, she didn't want to touch it or be near it."
He said he released the mouse into the garden after catching it, adding: "I think mice are alright."


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Barcelona set transfer deadline for new striker amid Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang interest

Barcelona are reportedly looking to complete the signing of a new striker within the next 48 hours , with the club keen to tie up their business for the current transfer window as quickly as possible .
The La Liga leaders slumped to a 2-0 defeat to Valencia on Saturday and looked toothless going forward without their main striker Luis Suarez , who could be ruled out until the end of the season after having surgery on his knee .
They have been linked with a whole host of elite forwards , including Arsenal 's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Rodrigo Moreno @ @ @ @ @ @ @ publication SPORT the club want a new striker through the door at the Nou Camp as soon as Monday evening , even though the transfer window is open until Friday .
It appears unlikely that Aubameyang will make the move , with the Gunners ' top scorer insisting earlier this month that he is happy at the club for now , although they may return with a bid for the player in the summer .
Rodrigo appears the more likely immediate option , with Barcelona said to be trying to sign the 28-year-old @ @ @ @ @ @ @ permanent move at the end of the season .
Saturday 's loss to Valencia means that Real Madrid will replace Barcelona at the top of La Liga if they avoid defeat to lowly Valladolid on Saturday , and Barca 's new manager Quique Setien admitted that his players are still getting used to his methods .
`` They still have n't interpreted what I have been telling them or perhaps I am not explaining things well .
No-one will like our performance today , '' Setien told a news conference after the game @ @ @ @ @ @ @ % of possession .
`` We made passes for the sake of them and could not get forward often enough .
That 's not we have been working towards . ''

The Catalan giants are desperate to add a new attacking option to their ranks following the long-term injury to Luis Suarez
Barcelona are reportedly looking to complete the signing of a new striker within the next 48 hours, with the club keen to tie up their business for the current transfer window as quickly as possible.
The La Liga leaders slumped to a 2-0 defeat to Valencia on Saturday and looked toothless going forward without their main striker Luis Suarez, who could be ruled out until the end of the season after having surgery on his knee.
They have been linked with a whole host of elite forwards, including Arsenal's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Rodrigo Moreno of Valencia, and according to Barcelona-based publication SPORT the club want a new striker through the door at the Nou Camp as soon as Monday evening, even though the transfer window is open until Friday.
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It appears unlikely that Aubameyang will make the move, with the Gunners' top scorer insisting earlier this month that he is happy at the club for now, although they may return with a bid for the player in the summer.
Rodrigo appears the more likely immediate option, with Barcelona said to be trying to sign the 28-year-old on loan with a view to a permanent move at the end of the season.
Saturday's loss to Valencia means that Real Madrid will replace Barcelona at the top of La Liga if they avoid defeat to lowly Valladolid on Saturday, and Barca's new manager Quique Setien admitted that his players are still getting used to his methods.
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"They still haven't interpreted what I have been telling them or perhaps I am not explaining things well. No-one will like our performance today," Setien told a news conference after the game, in which his side had 74% of possession.
"We made passes for the sake of them and could not get forward often enough. That's not we have been working towards."


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Man Utd flops told Liverpool's youngsters would give them run for their money

Anfield legend John Aldridge has taken aim at Manchester United - and suggested they would struggle against Liverpool 's youngsters .
Jurgen Klopp is again expected to name a much-changed side for Liverpool 's FA Cup clash with Shrewsbury on Sunday .
The likes of Curtis Jones , Neco Williams and Harvey Elliott will be hoping to be involved after starring against Everton in the previous round .
Aldridge believes the side put out at New Meadow by Klopp will still be Premier League quality and highlighted the huge gulf between Liverpool and rivals United following last weekend 's clash @ @ @ @ @ @ @ take on Shrewsbury today would give the Manchester United side that lost at Anfield last weekend a run for their money and that statement highlights how far Klopp has moved his team ahead of their old rivals , '' he writes in the Irish Independent .
`` Not a single active United player would even get onto the Liverpool bench right now and only a few of them would make it into Liverpool ’ s second-choice line-up , in my opinion .
`` The now-injured Marcus Rashford is the only United player who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this Liverpool team and it explains why the shift in power between the two biggest clubs in English football will remain in place for a long time to come . ''
Jurgen Klopp is expected to make wholesale changes against Shrewsbury although there will be recalls for experienced players .
Joel Matip and Fabinho are likely to start following injury problems , as are Divock Origi and Adam Lallana .
Liverpool continued their incredible unbeaten league season when they beat Wolves at Molineux on Thursday night .

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is likely to give Curtis Jones and Harvey Elliott another chance against Shrewsbury after they helped beat Everton
Man Utd flops told Liverpool's youngsters would give them run for their money
Anfield legend John Aldridge has taken aim at Manchester United - and suggested they would struggle against Liverpool's youngsters.
Jurgen Klopp is again expected to name a much-changed side for Liverpool's FA Cup clash with Shrewsbury on Sunday.
The likes of Curtis Jones, Neco Williams and Harvey Elliott will be hoping to be involved after starring against Everton in the previous round.
Aldridge believes the side put out at New Meadow by Klopp will still be Premier League quality and highlighted the huge gulf between Liverpool and rivals United following last weekend's clash.
"The Liverpool line-up that will take on Shrewsbury today would give the Manchester United side that lost at Anfield last weekend a run for their money and that statement highlights how far Klopp has moved his team ahead of their old rivals," he writes in the Irish Independent.
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"Not a single active United player would even get onto the Liverpool bench right now and only a few of them would make it into Liverpool’s second-choice line-up, in my opinion.
"The now-injured Marcus Rashford is the only United player who could get close to adding something to this Liverpool team and it explains why the shift in power between the two biggest clubs in English football will remain in place for a long time to come."
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Jurgen Klopp is expected to make wholesale changes against Shrewsbury although there will be recalls for experienced players.
Joel Matip and Fabinho are likely to start following injury problems, as are Divock Origi and Adam Lallana.
Liverpool continued their incredible unbeaten league season when they beat Wolves at Molineux on Thursday night.


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Len McCluskey says 'enemies' used anti-Semitism row to undermine Jeremy Corbyn

Union chief Len McCluskey has blasted `` enemies '' of Jeremy Corbyn who he claimed used anti-Semitism allegations to `` undermine '' the Labour leader .
The Unite general secretary today admitted Labour `` never handled the anti-Semitism issue correctly '' after years of complaints that the party 's processes failed to stamp out racism .
But he also said it was used `` despicably '' against Jeremy Corbyn by `` disingenuous '' people who opposed his leadership from the start .
Mr McCluskey spoke out in a string of media interviews after Unite endorsed Rebecca Long-Bailey - seen as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leadership .
The left-winger said `` two years ago Jeremy Corbyn was loved '' and that changed due to Brexit , with Labour suffering its worst election defeat since 1935 .
Interviewed by the BBC 's Andrew Marr Show , he said : `` Every single anti-Semite in the Labour Party needs to be kicked out .
I 've fought against anti-Semitism - and I mean physically on the streets when I was younger - all my life . ''
He added : `` We never handled the anti-Semitism issue correctly .
We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you pay the consequences . ''
But he also said some opponents of Jeremy Corbyn used it to undermine him as leader .
He told the BBC 's Andrew Marr Show : `` I 'm absolutely convinced that there were those individuals who opposed Jeremy Corbyn 's election right from the beginning , used the anti-Semitism issue - which I think is quite despicable that they did this on such an important subject - to undermine Corbyn , there 's no doubt about that . ''
He said it was not about `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - but that the Jewish Labour Movement had said the majority of its members would not want Mr Corbyn as leader .
He added : `` The issue was not well handled .
It provided ammunition for Corbyn 's enemies , who used it .
`` Lots of people were genuinely concerned , I have no problem with that .
But there were others who were disingenuous . ''
All four Labour leadership candidates have backed a list of 10 demands from the Board of Deputies of British Jews .
They include making @ @ @ @ @ @ @ complaints , engaging more with `` main representative groups '' and not `` fringe '' bodies , and banning those expelled over anti-Semitism for life .
But deputy leadership candidates Richard Burgon and Dawn Butler have refused to back the pledges , saying they could marginalise some Jewish groups and change should not be rushed .
Mr McCluskey said it was `` utter nonsense '' to call for them to be kicked out of the race .
He told Sky News : `` Both Dawn and Richard have made it clear that they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ debate and discussion about a couple of the points that are in the Board of Deputies pledges .
`` Most of them are fine but a couple of them need further consideration . ''
Meanwhile Mr McCluskey claimed Labour 's election defeat last month was `` virtually , solely down to Brexit '' and defended the party 's policies on other matters .
He told Sky News 's Sophy Ridge On Sunday : `` Two years ago Jeremy Corbyn was loved .
What happened in the last two years ?
Brexit , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their 2017 manifesto position of respecting the 2016 referendum and arguing to take Labour and the country out of Europe on a deal that protects jobs and investment .
`` That got lost in the two years and that affected how people perceived Jeremy as a leader and we paid the consequences for that . ''
He added : `` I ’ d have preferred the election back in the summer for sure because Labour was slipping more and more into being perceived as a Remain party and I knew that was dangerous @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it was `` unfair '' to refer to Rebecca Long-Bailey as `` continuity Corbyn '' .
He claimed she is `` completely different '' from Mr Corbyn and has `` different views '' and policies .
He added : `` She is her own individual , people will see she 's strong , courageous , brave , certainly capable and she 's able to take forward her vision . ''

The Unite general secretary admitted Labour 'never' handled the issue correctly - but also said 'disingenuous' people had 'despicably' used the issue to undermine the Labour leader
Union chief Len McCluskey has blasted "enemies" of Jeremy Corbyn who he claimed used anti-Semitism allegations to "undermine" the Labour leader.
The Unite general secretary today admitted Labour "never handled the anti-Semitism issue correctly" after years of complaints that the party's processes failed to stamp out racism.
But he also said it was used "despicably" against Jeremy Corbyn by "disingenuous" people who opposed his leadership from the start.
Mr McCluskey spoke out in a string of media interviews after Unite endorsed Rebecca Long-Bailey - seen as Corbyn's heir - for the Labour leadership.
The left-winger said "two years ago Jeremy Corbyn was loved" and that changed due to Brexit, with Labour suffering its worst election defeat since 1935.
Interviewed by the BBC's Andrew Marr Show, he said: "Every single anti-Semite in the Labour Party needs to be kicked out. I've fought against anti-Semitism - and I mean physically on the streets when I was younger - all my life." He added: "We never handled the anti-Semitism issue correctly. We should have done things quicker, and you pay the consequences."
But he also said some opponents of Jeremy Corbyn used it to undermine him as leader.
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He told the BBC's Andrew Marr Show: "I'm absolutely convinced that there were those individuals who opposed Jeremy Corbyn's election right from the beginning, used the anti-Semitism issue - which I think is quite despicable that they did this on such an important subject - to undermine Corbyn, there's no doubt about that."
He said it was not about "minimising" the scale of the problem - but that the Jewish Labour Movement had said the majority of its members would not want Mr Corbyn as leader.
He added: "The issue was not well handled. It provided ammunition for Corbyn's enemies, who used it.
"Lots of people were genuinely concerned, I have no problem with that. But there were others who were disingenuous."
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All four Labour leadership candidates have backed a list of 10 demands from the Board of Deputies of British Jews.
They include making an "independent provider" responsible for complaints, engaging more with "main representative groups" and not "fringe" bodies, and banning those expelled over anti-Semitism for life.
But deputy leadership candidates Richard Burgon and Dawn Butler have refused to back the pledges, saying they could marginalise some Jewish groups and change should not be rushed.
Mr McCluskey said it was "utter nonsense" to call for them to be kicked out of the race.
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He told Sky News: "Both Dawn and Richard have made it clear that they believe there's a need for more debate and discussion about a couple of the points that are in the Board of Deputies pledges.
"Most of them are fine but a couple of them need further consideration."
Meanwhile Mr McCluskey claimed Labour's election defeat last month was "virtually, solely down to Brexit" and defended the party's policies on other matters.
He told Sky News's Sophy Ridge On Sunday: "Two years ago Jeremy Corbyn was loved. What happened in the last two years? Brexit, and Labour's inability to effectively stay with their 2017 manifesto position of respecting the 2016 referendum and arguing to take Labour and the country out of Europe on a deal that protects jobs and investment.
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"That got lost in the two years and that affected how people perceived Jeremy as a leader and we paid the consequences for that."
He added: "I’d have preferred the election back in the summer for sure because Labour was slipping more and more into being perceived as a Remain party and I knew that was dangerous in our heartlands.”
And he said it was "unfair" to refer to Rebecca Long-Bailey as "continuity Corbyn".
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He claimed she is "completely different" from Mr Corbyn and has "different views" and policies.
He added: "She is her own individual, people will see she's strong, courageous, brave, certainly capable and she's able to take forward her vision."


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Saracens preparing to lose top talent as relegation to the Championship looms

Saracens are bracing themselves for a mass exodus that will see some of rugby ’ s brightest talent heading out of the door .
The European champions will be relegated from the Premiership this season after being hit with automatic relegation last Saturday for breaking the salary cap rules .
But as they prepare for life in the Championship next season , they also face losing the talent who dream of playing international rugby .
The next generation – that includes the likes of flanker Ben Earl , who has just been called up by England – know that they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the top flight .
Ben Spencer , the scrum-half who was a late replacement for England during the World Cup , is another player who could be out of the door with Bath in talks to take him on .
And Matt Gallagher , the promising full-back , has agreed to sign for Munster with one eye on qualifying for Ireland , while centre Nick Tompkins could jump ship to a Welsh region after being scouted by Wales .
Uncapped flanker Earl , 22 , went on England ’ s tour to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one of the brightest prospects in the Premiership and clubs are falling over themselves to get him on their books .
But also likely to be following them out of Allianz Park is Alex Lozowski .
It ’ s understood the centre has been in talks with Gloucester in a bid to get more game time and back into Eddie Jones ’ good books .
The versatile back won the last of his five England caps against Japan in November 2018 .
The 26 year old is on duty for Sarries today as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ them in to the salary cap police .
Saracens ’ relegation was confirmed last Saturday – they have already had to hand over £5million in fines – and they are aiming to get under the £7m cap if , and when , they return to the top flight .
In midweek Saracens confirmed they were hopeful of keeping hold of England regulars Owen Farrell and Jamie George – even though they face a year in the wilderness of the Championship .
Jones , and British & Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland , have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ big dogs for Test duty because they have nothing to prove .
Others on the market include scrum-half Ben Spencer , flanker/lock Nick Isiekwe and back rower Ben Earl .
Veteran Richard Wigglesworth and captain Brad Barritt are out of contract at the end of this season but may move into roles upstairs .
Saracens have been inundated with calls from Premiership clubs trying to get players on board for next season .
Interim CEO Ed Griffiths said : “ This is obviously a terrible situation for any club to find itself @ @ @

The European champions will play in rugby union's second tier next season after breaking the salary cap rules
Saracens are bracing themselves for a mass exodus that will see some of rugby’s brightest talent heading out of the door.
The European champions will be relegated from the Premiership this season after being hit with automatic relegation last Saturday for breaking the salary cap rules.
But as they prepare for life in the Championship next season, they also face losing the talent who dream of playing international rugby.
The next generation – that includes the likes of flanker Ben Earl, who has just been called up by England – know that they will only be seen if they play in the top flight.
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Ben Spencer, the scrum-half who was a late replacement for England during the World Cup, is another player who could be out of the door with Bath in talks to take him on. And Matt Gallagher, the promising full-back, has agreed to sign for Munster with one eye on qualifying for Ireland, while centre Nick Tompkins could jump ship to a Welsh region after being scouted by Wales.
Uncapped flanker Earl, 22, went on England’s tour to South Africa in 2018, but is one of the brightest prospects in the Premiership and clubs are falling over themselves to get him on their books.
But also likely to be following them out of Allianz Park is Alex Lozowski. It’s understood the centre has been in talks with Gloucester in a bid to get more game time and back into Eddie Jones’ good books.
The versatile back won the last of his five England caps against Japan in November 2018. The 26 year old is on duty for Sarries today as they face Harlequins, who reportedly dobbed them in to the salary cap police.
Saracens’ relegation was confirmed last Saturday – they have already had to hand over £5million in fines – and they are aiming to get under the £7m cap if, and when, they return to the top flight.
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In midweek Saracens confirmed they were hopeful of keeping hold of England regulars Owen Farrell and Jamie George – even though they face a year in the wilderness of the Championship.
Jones, and British & Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland, have indicated they are willing to pick Saracens’ big dogs for Test duty because they have nothing to prove.
Others on the market include scrum-half Ben Spencer, flanker/lock Nick Isiekwe and back rower Ben Earl. Veteran Richard Wigglesworth and captain Brad Barritt are out of contract at the end of this season but may move into roles upstairs.
Saracens have been inundated with calls from Premiership clubs trying to get players on board for next season. Interim CEO Ed Griffiths said: “This is obviously a terrible situation for any club to find itself in.”


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Meghan Markle's aide Beth Herlihy played a stripper in raunchy Hollyoaks spin-off

Meghan Markle 's aide Beth Herlihy played a stripper in a raunchy episode of Hollyoaks Later .
Beth , 33 , is a former actress and model who now works as programme co-ordinator for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex .
Her credits - under the name Bethan Coundley - include playing a stripper named Honey in the post-watershed Hollyoaks spin-off .
In that episode , she 's seen in sexy lingerie trying to seduce one of the male characters .
Beth also took part in plenty of modelling work , including a 2012 glamour shoot in which she posed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ She 's believed to have given up acting in 2016 when she was hired as an events co-ordinator for the Royal Foundation - the joint charity run by Harry and Meghan and William and Kate .
When Harry and Meghan broke away from the organisation in 2019 , Beth continued working for Meghand and Harry according to the Mail On Sunday .
The publication reports Beth is not expected to play a significant role in the couple 's move to Canada .
However , there 's speculation she could have played a part @ @ @ @ @ @ @ charity outings in Vancouver earlier this month .
Meghan and Harry are currently in Canada with their son Archie after announcing plans to step down as senior members of the royal family .
They are giving up their HRH titles , and paying back all the imoney from the Crown they used to renovate their UK home Frogmore Cottage .
They 'll now be spending half the year in Canada , and will no longer represent the Queen at public engagements .
It means they are now free to pursue commercial deals and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Do you have a story to sell ?
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Beth Herlihy, who works as programme co-ordinator for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, was an actress and model who appeared in Hollyoaks Later
Meghan Markle's aide Beth Herlihy played a stripper in a raunchy episode of Hollyoaks Later.
Beth, 33, is a former actress and model who now works as programme co-ordinator for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
Her credits - under the name Bethan Coundley - include playing a stripper named Honey in the post-watershed Hollyoaks spin-off.
In that episode, she's seen in sexy lingerie trying to seduce one of the male characters.
Beth also took part in plenty of modelling work, including a 2012 glamour shoot in which she posed in a skin tight PVC catsuit.
She's believed to have given up acting in 2016 when she was hired as an events co-ordinator for the Royal Foundation - the joint charity run by Harry and Meghan and William and Kate.
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When Harry and Meghan broke away from the organisation in 2019, Beth continued working for Meghand and Harry according to the Mail On Sunday.
The publication reports Beth is not expected to play a significant role in the couple's move to Canada.
However, there's speculation she could have played a part in helping Meghan organise a series of charity outings in Vancouver earlier this month.
Meghan and Harry are currently in Canada with their son Archie after announcing plans to step down as senior members of the royal family.
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They are giving up their HRH titles, and paying back all the imoney from the Crown they used to renovate their UK home Frogmore Cottage.
They'll now be spending half the year in Canada, and will no longer represent the Queen at public engagements.
It means they are now free to pursue commercial deals and make millions from advertising and endorsements.
Do you have a story to sell? Get in touch with us at webcelebs@trinitymirror.com or call us direct 0207 29 33033