thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Chadwick Boseman last appearance as his death sends shockwaves through Hollywood

Chadwick Boseman has died at the age of 43 following a secret battle with colon cancer .
In a statement , representatives for the Black Panther actor revealed he had been diagnosed as Stage 3 in 2016 and spent the last four years undergoing chemotherapy and surgery to treat the illness .
The star opted to keep his battle a secret from his Hollywood peers , who have since praised his 'humble and fearless ' attitude .
Fans had become concerned about the talented star after he was seen looking slimmer earlier this year .
Back in May , dressed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bottoms , Chadwick was pictured walking his dog in Los Feliz , California .
The actor covered up in a black face mask as he followed the coronavirus guidance .
Brave Chadwick also appeared on camera in April where he supported a charitable cause close to his heart .
Speaking in the short clip , Chadwick launched Operation 42 , a scheme that donated $ 4.2million worth of PPE to hospital that looked after African American communities most affected by coronavirus .
While many fans shared their support of the cause , others @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` I hope you ’ re okay , ” one fan responded in the comments while another asked the actor to “ reassure [ his ] fan base about [ his ] health . ''
It has also been revealed that Chaswick visisted sick children in hospital while undergoing chemotherapy himself .
The Hollywood star was pictured visiting a young girl with cancer at a hospital in Tennesse .
Today Chadwick 's family described him as a 'true fighter ' .
`` Chadwick persevered through it all , and brought you many @ @ @ @ @ @ @ love so much , '' his family said in a statement .
Listing his noticeable accomplishments they went on : `` From Marshall to Da 5 Bloods , August Wilson 's Ma Rainey 's Black Bottom and several more — all were filmed during and between countless surgeries and chemotherapy .
It was the honour of his career to bring King T'Challa to life in Black Panther . ''
Following his death , co-stars of Chadwick have taken to social media to share their memories and pay tribute .
Captain America and Avengers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the first to express his sadness .
Sharing a photo of himself with the late actor , Don – who plays James `` Rhodey '' Rhodes / War Machine in the Marvel films – tweeted : “ i will miss you , birthday brother .
you were always light and love to me .
my god ... forever and ever.
” Mark Ruffalo – who plays the Incredible Hulk – tweeted : “ All I have to say is the tragedies amassing this year have only been made more profound by the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ man , and what an immense talent .
Brother , you were one of the all time greats and your greatness was only beginning .
Lord love ya .
Rest in power , King .
”

One of Chadwick Boseman's last appearances in April
One of Chadwick Boseman's last appearances in April
Tributes have been flooding in for the brave Black Panther actor after his family confirmed he has died following a private four year battle with colon cancer
Chadwick Boseman last appearance as his death sends shockwaves through Hollywood
Chadwick Boseman has died at the age of 43 following a secret battle with colon cancer.
In a statement, representatives for the Black Panther actor revealed he had been diagnosed as Stage 3 in 2016 and spent the last four years undergoing chemotherapy and surgery to treat the illness.
The star opted to keep his battle a secret from his Hollywood peers, who have since praised his 'humble and fearless' attitude.
Fans had become concerned about the talented star after he was seen looking slimmer earlier this year.
Image: Terma,SL / BACKGRID) Terma,SL / BACKGRID)
Back in May, dressed in a slogan jumper and pink jogging bottoms, Chadwick was pictured walking his dog in Los Feliz, California.
The actor covered up in a black face mask as he followed the coronavirus guidance.
Brave Chadwick also appeared on camera in April where he supported a charitable cause close to his heart.
Speaking in the short clip, Chadwick launched Operation 42, a scheme that donated $4.2million worth of PPE to hospital that looked after African American communities most affected by coronavirus.
Image: Terma,SL / BACKGRID) Terma,SL / BACKGRID) Image: ENT / SplashNews.com) ENT / SplashNews.com)
While many fans shared their support of the cause, others commented on the Marvel actor's appearance.
"I hope you’re okay,” one fan responded in the comments while another asked the actor to “reassure [his] fan base about [his] health."
It has also been revealed that Chaswick visisted sick children in hospital while undergoing chemotherapy himself.
The Hollywood star was pictured visiting a young girl with cancer at a hospital in Tennesse.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
Image: Dumfries And Galloway Standard) Dumfries And Galloway Standard)
Despite keeping his illness a closely guarded secret, following today's tragic news, a fan of Chadwick's has noticed something particularly heartbreaking about one of his old interviews.
Huffington Post journalist Matt Jacobs interviewed Boseman ahead of the release of Black Panther in 2018 and the pair discussed the reality of 'bulking up' for Marvel movies.
Jacobs began by asking: "You came off of one Black Panther project, did Marshall and then made another Black Panther movie. Did you bulk up, slim down and then bulk up again?
Boseman was described as "looking exhausted" as he responded: "Right. Yeah, yeah, yeah."
Jacobs then comments: "You’ve been through the wringer."
He claims Boseman laughed, while saying: "Oh, you don’t even know. You have no idea. One day I’ll live to tell the story."
Image: Allstar/MARVEL STUDIOS\\DISNEY) Allstar/MARVEL STUDIOS\\DISNEY)
Today Chadwick's family described him as a 'true fighter'.
"Chadwick persevered through it all, and brought you many of the films you have come to love so much," his family said in a statement.
Listing his noticeable accomplishments they went on: "From Marshall to Da 5 Bloods, August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom and several more — all were filmed during and between countless surgeries and chemotherapy. It was the honour of his career to bring King T'Challa to life in Black Panther."
Following his death, co-stars of Chadwick have taken to social media to share their memories and pay tribute.
Captain America and Avengers co-star, Don Cheadle, was one of the first to express his sadness.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Sharing a photo of himself with the late actor, Don – who plays James "Rhodey" Rhodes / War Machine in the Marvel films – tweeted: “i will miss you, birthday brother. you were always light and love to me. my god ... forever and ever.”
Mark Ruffalo – who plays the Incredible Hulk – tweeted: “All I have to say is the tragedies amassing this year have only been made more profound by the loss of #ChadwickBoseman. What a man, and what an immense talent. Brother, you were one of the all time greats and your greatness was only beginning. Lord love ya. Rest in power, King.”


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Chadwick Boseman's heartbreaking hint at hidden illness ahead of Black Panther

Chadwick Boseman has died after a secret four-year battle with colon cancer .
The 43-year-old Black Panther star was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer back in 2016 but did not publicly discuss his health .
Fans have been mourning the loss of the actor on Twitter , where one person noticed something particulaly heartbreaking from an interview the actor did back in 2017 .
Huffington Post journalist Matt Jacobs interviewed Boseman ahead of the release of Black Panther and the pair discussed the reality of 'bulking up ' for Marvel movies .
Looking back on the interview now , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ private health battle in his replies .
Jacobs started the conversation by asking : `` You came off of one Black Panther project , did Marshall and then made another Black Panther movie .
Did you bulk up , slim down and then bulk up again ?
Boseman was described as `` looking exhausted '' as he responded : `` Right .
Yeah , yeah , yeah . ''
Jacobs then comments : `` You ’ ve been through the wringer . ''
He claims Boseman laughed , while saying : `` Oh @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
You have no idea .
One day I ’ ll live to tell the story . ''
The snippet from the interview went viral on Twitter , garnering over 143,000 likes and over 46,000 retweets .
One person replied : `` He laughed .
HE LAUGHED .
Knowing he was dying , he still laughed at .
This man loved bringing joy to others and it is absolutely brutal he can ’ t anymore . ''
Another wrote : `` That is not just strength that is heart and determination . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ crying .
His fortitude was truly the stuff of superheroes , '' someone else commented .
A different user added : `` OMG this is extremely heartbreaking . ''
The tragic news of Boseman 's death was confirmed in posts on his social media accounts on August 29 , in a statement which read : `` It is with immeasurable grief that we confirm the passing of Chadwick Boseman .
`` Chadwick was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer in 2016 , and battled with it these last four years as it progressed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fighter , Chadwick persevered through it all , and brought you many of the films you have come to love so much .
`` From Marshall to Da 5 Bloods , August Wilson ’ s Ma Rainey ’ s Black Bottom and several more , all were filmed during and between countless surgeries and chemotherapy .
`` It was the honor of his career to bring King T ’ Challa to life in Black Panther .
`` He died in his home , with his wife and family by his side .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and prayers , and asks that you continue to respect their privacy during this difficult time . ''

Chadwick Boseman kept his battle with colon cancer secret for four years, while working on some major movies, but an interview question from 2017 hinted at his struggles
Chadwick Boseman has died after a secret four-year battle with colon cancer.
The 43-year-old Black Panther star was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer back in 2016 but did not publicly discuss his health.
Fans have been mourning the loss of the actor on Twitter, where one person noticed something particulaly heartbreaking from an interview the actor did back in 2017.
Huffington Post journalist Matt Jacobs interviewed Boseman ahead of the release of Black Panther and the pair discussed the reality of 'bulking up' for Marvel movies.
Looking back on the interview now, it seems Boseman was hinting at his private health battle in his replies.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
Jacobs started the conversation by asking: "You came off of one Black Panther project, did Marshall and then made another Black Panther movie. Did you bulk up, slim down and then bulk up again?
Boseman was described as "looking exhausted" as he responded: "Right. Yeah, yeah, yeah."
Jacobs then comments: "You’ve been through the wringer."
He claims Boseman laughed, while saying: "Oh, you don’t even know. You have no idea. One day I’ll live to tell the story."
The snippet from the interview went viral on Twitter, garnering over 143,000 likes and over 46,000 retweets.
One person replied: "He laughed. HE LAUGHED. Knowing he was dying, he still laughed at. This man loved bringing joy to others and it is absolutely brutal he can’t anymore."
Another wrote: "That is not just strength that is heart and determination."
"God, this made me start crying. His fortitude was truly the stuff of superheroes," someone else commented.
A different user added: "OMG this is extremely heartbreaking."
The tragic news of Boseman's death was confirmed in posts on his social media accounts on August 29, in a statement which read: "It is with immeasurable grief that we confirm the passing of Chadwick Boseman.
"Chadwick was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer in 2016, and battled with it these last four years as it progressed to stage IV.
"A true fighter, Chadwick persevered through it all, and brought you many of the films you have come to love so much.
"From Marshall to Da 5 Bloods, August Wilson’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom and several more, all were filmed during and between countless surgeries and chemotherapy.
"It was the honor of his career to bring King T’Challa to life in Black Panther.
"He died in his home, with his wife and family by his side.
"The family thanks you for your love and prayers, and asks that you continue to respect their privacy during this difficult time."


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Honeymooner Anni Dewani's killer denied parole after her dad quizzes him in jail

A taxi driver who killed honeymoon bride Anni Dewani has had his parole blocked a day before he was due to walk free .
Zola Tongo , convicted of organising the 2010 murder , had already packed his bags and said his goodbyes to his pals in prison , but his early release was scrapped after Anni 's dad and uncle confronted him at the jail .
Anni 's father said he showed Tongo a photo of Anni , and the killer did n't know who she was and `` put up an act and started crying '' .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who claimed British millionaire care home boss Shrien Dewani had arranged a hit on his wife - were found guilty of Anni 's murder in South Africa .
At a trial in 2014 , Shrien , now 40 , was acquitted of arranging the murder of 28-year-old Anni in Cape Town , just days after the wedding , as a judge said the evidence against him was insufficient and “ riddled with contradictions ” .
Tongo 's parole was withdrawn a day before he was due to walk free for good behaviour after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ TimesLive reported .
The 39-year-old was due to be freed from Malmesbury prison on July 28 , but on July 27 he was told he would remain behind bars and his parole was being reviewed .
His release was halted after he was grilled by Anni 's father and uncle , who say he has shown no remorse and want him to serve the full 18 years .
Anni 's father told the newspaper that Tongo is playing `` nice '' in prison and `` fooling the system '' to get an early @ @ @ @ @ @ @ should be behind bars , he is dangerous to society .
He doesn ’ t deserve to be outside .
“ We had an opportunity to address him directly and I showed him my daughter ’ s picture on my mobile phone and asked him , ‘ Did you know who this girl was ?
’ He said , 'No ' .
I said , ‘ This is my daughter Anni ' .
“ Then he put up an act and started crying .
He is a good actor anyway , he has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This is a disgrace to the country , a disgrace to the justice system .
I have no words.
” A source , who met with Tongo in prison this week , told TimesLive that the killer had already packed his bags and said goodbye to his friends in prison , but was told he would remain behind bars for now .
Shrien , from Bristol , and Anni , from Sweden , got married in a traditional Hindu ceremony in Mumbai and flew to Cape Town for their honeymoon .
They had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ week when she was killed as they toured suburban Cape Town in a taxi in November 2010 .
Shrien claimed the vehicle was hijacked and he was forced out after being robbed .
The businessman , who was extradited to face trial , claimed the taxi drove off with his wife still inside .
She was found dead from a gunshot wound to the neck in Tongo 's abandoned taxi the following morning .
Tongo claimed Shrien gave him 15,000 rand ( about £675 in today 's currency ) to find hitmen to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he hired gunmen Xolile Mngeni and Mziwamadoda Qwabe to carry out the hit .
Mngeni , who has since died , and Qwabe were both jailed .
Shrien , who has always denied plotting to murder his new bride and did n't give evidence at his trial , was acquitted by a judge in South Africa in December 2014 after she blasted the prosecution 's evidence as unreliable .
In 2016 , he wrote a letter to a London coroner claiming the three convicted men had lied and he was the victim of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wrote : `` It is the evidence of these proven liars that led to a witch hunt against me and the resulting failure to pursue the truth of what happened that night .
`` It is clear that none of the evidence provided by these persons was corroborated in any meaningful way . ''
He added : `` [ The ] extent of my knowledge of the events leading up to Anni 's murder has already been set out in a detailed publicly available plea .
This document was read out in court @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ''

New bride Anni Dewani, 28, was shot dead in Cape Town, South Africa, while on honeymoon with her British millionaire husband Shrien, who was acquitted of arranging the murder
A taxi driver who killed honeymoon bride Anni Dewani has had his parole blocked a day before he was due to walk free.
Zola Tongo, convicted of organising the 2010 murder, had already packed his bags and said his goodbyes to his pals in prison, but his early release was scrapped after Anni's dad and uncle confronted him at the jail.
Anni's father said he showed Tongo a photo of Anni, and the killer didn't know who she was and "put up an act and started crying".
The taxi driver and two other men - who claimed British millionaire care home boss Shrien Dewani had arranged a hit on his wife - were found guilty of Anni's murder in South Africa.
At a trial in 2014, Shrien, now 40, was acquitted of arranging the murder of 28-year-old Anni in Cape Town, just days after the wedding, as a judge said the evidence against him was insufficient and “riddled with contradictions”.
Image: PA) PA)
Tongo's parole was withdrawn a day before he was due to walk free for good behaviour after serving half of his 18-year sentence, TimesLive reported.
The 39-year-old was due to be freed from Malmesbury prison on July 28, but on July 27 he was told he would remain behind bars and his parole was being reviewed.
His release was halted after he was grilled by Anni's father and uncle, who say he has shown no remorse and want him to serve the full 18 years.
Anni's father told the newspaper that Tongo is playing "nice" in prison and "fooling the system" to get an early release, adding: “This man should be behind bars, he is dangerous to society. He doesn’t deserve to be outside.
Image: PA) PA)
“We had an opportunity to address him directly and I showed him my daughter’s picture on my mobile phone and asked him, ‘Did you know who this girl was?’ He said, 'No'. I said, ‘This is my daughter Anni'.
“Then he put up an act and started crying. He is a good actor anyway, he has managed to fool the parole board. This is a disgrace to the country, a disgrace to the justice system. I have no words.”
A source, who met with Tongo in prison this week, told TimesLive that the killer had already packed his bags and said goodbye to his friends in prison, but was told he would remain behind bars for now.
Shrien, from Bristol, and Anni, from Sweden, got married in a traditional Hindu ceremony in Mumbai and flew to Cape Town for their honeymoon.
They had been in South Africa for almost a week when she was killed as they toured suburban Cape Town in a taxi in November 2010.
Image: AFP/Getty Images) AFP/Getty Images)
Shrien claimed the vehicle was hijacked and he was forced out after being robbed.
The businessman, who was extradited to face trial, claimed the taxi drove off with his wife still inside.
She was found dead from a gunshot wound to the neck in Tongo's abandoned taxi the following morning.
Tongo claimed Shrien gave him 15,000 rand (about £675 in today's currency) to find hitmen to kill Anni.
The taxi driver said he hired gunmen Xolile Mngeni and Mziwamadoda Qwabe to carry out the hit.
Mngeni, who has since died, and Qwabe were both jailed.
Shrien, who has always denied plotting to murder his new bride and didn't give evidence at his trial, was acquitted by a judge in South Africa in December 2014 after she blasted the prosecution's evidence as unreliable.
In 2016, he wrote a letter to a London coroner claiming the three convicted men had lied and he was the victim of an attempt to frame him.
He wrote: "It is the evidence of these proven liars that led to a witch hunt against me and the resulting failure to pursue the truth of what happened that night.
"It is clear that none of the evidence provided by these persons was corroborated in any meaningful way."
He added: "[The] extent of my knowledge of the events leading up to Anni's murder has already been set out in a detailed publicly available plea. This document was read out in court at the start of my trial."


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Jacko 'took hours to wee, slept in a condom and wore black for grim purpose'

For decades Michael Jackson 's slim , athletic body saw him perform ground-breaking dance feats that few have been able to emulate .
But by the time the star died from a prescription drug-induced cardiac arrest in 2009 , his once healthy frame had been withered by ill health .
Weighing just 8st 10oz , Jackson 's autopsy revealed how his lungs were horrifically scarred - possibly by an autoimmune condition - while his hips , thighs and shoulders were covered in what appeared to be injection marks .
A cocktail of prescription drugs were found in his system including @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , as well as another drug called Flomax .
When Jackson 's doctor , Conrad Murray , was later tried and convicted of the star 's manslaughter for administering the fatal dose of propofol , he revealed what the purpose of the other drug was .
Despite only being 50 , Jackson was apparently suffering from an enlarged prostate , meaning he 'took hours to urinate ' .
The drug shrank his prostate , allowing the star to use the toilet more freely .
However , Murray claimed the Jackson 5 singer was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which is why , the shamed doctor said , Jackson always wore black trousers .
And a night time , Murray would put a condom on his patient in a bid to keep his bedsheets dry .
`` You want to know how close Michael and I were ?
I held his penis every night , '' he told the Mail On Sunday in 2013 .
`` I had to put a condom catheter on him because Michael dripped urine .
He had a loss of sensation and was incontinent . ''
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ how to put a condom on , so I had to do it for him .
`` He wore dark trousers all the time because after he went to the toilet he would drip for hours . ''
It also emerged that there was another reason why Jackson always wore his iconic white socks .
Murray claimed he was actually hiding a pair of feet that had been deformed by agonising callouses and a fungal infection , so much so that they looked like they were rotting .
He said the star was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he refused to let anyone see his feet , let alone treat them .
Instead , Jackson developed an addiction to painkillers that would prove fatal when he suffered a cardiac arrest sparked by the anesthetic propofol in June 2012 .
Murray was later jailed for four years for involuntary manslaughter for improperly administering the fatal dose , although he continues to maintain his innocence .
Describing Jackson 's feet in his 2016 autobiography , This Is It , Murray wrote : “ ( They ) were covered in callouses… and had an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out he always wore socks because he was so ashamed of the way his feet looked .
“ I suggested he needed a podiatrist .
A day after his feet were treated , he was amazed he could walk and dance without pain .
`` Later I prescribed anti-fungal medications to clear the infection .
It was a complete success .
Meanwhile , I personally administered regular lotions and massages to remove the rough skin .
“ The fact Michael ’ s feet , something critical to him , were in such poor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he neglected himself but those around him were not keeping a close eye on his wellbeing.
” Meanwhile , Jackson 's feet were n't the only secret the star apparently kept .
According to friends of the late singer , his high-pitched voice was actually fake , with some claiming that behind closed doors he spoke with a 'deep ' voice .
As the story goes , his softly-spoken manner was a direct result of his father Joe allegedly forcing him to undergo 'chemical castration ' when he was just 13 in a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ singing voice high .
Murray , 67 , claimed Jackson told him he 'd been given hormone injections as a teenager , but made him swear never to tell anyone .
However , Jackson 's good friends Liza Minnelli and David Gest once contradicted his account , letting slip that the star had a second , secret voice .
`` I think people do n't know the real him .
He does n't talk like [ that ] , '' the David told US chat show host Larry King in 2002 .
Like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tone was real and said she got a shock when she picked up the phone one night and heard him talking to husband David in his real voice .
`` I said , Michael , you 're busted .
I got you now .
All these years you 've been talking that voice , '' she recalled .
So what was his 'real voice ' like ?
In 2005 , Court TV 's Diane Dimond said Jackson actually had a 'big , deep ' sound .
“ Somewhere in there , especially if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you make him mad , his voice gets very , very deep , '' she told Access Hollywood .
“ I was there one day when someone asked him about Gloria Allred , the attorney that has sort of dogged him and turned around in one foul swoop and said ‘ She can go to hell ’ in this big , deep masculine voice.
” And Good Morning Britain host Piers Morgan corroborated her story , claiming the star once let his secret tones slip during a telephone interview .
He said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which encouraged my suspicions about him as a human being , was that when he talked about charity and children he had this very soft , high-pitched voice .
`` When I changed the subject to business his voice dropped several octaves and he became a completely different person to talk to .
`` That was weird to me , that showed me that he was a different multi-faceted different character depending on the subject matter . ''

MICHAEL JACKSON ASKED BABY FACE TO SET HIM UP ON A DATE WITH HALLE BERRY
MICHAEL JACKSON ASKED BABY FACE TO SET HIM UP ON A DATE WITH HALLE BERRY
By the time of his death, Michael Jackson's body had been ravaged by a litany of serious health issues
Michael Jackson 'took hours to wee, slept in a condom and wore black for grim purpose'
For decades Michael Jackson's slim, athletic body saw him perform ground-breaking dance feats that few have been able to emulate.
But by the time the star died from a prescription drug-induced cardiac arrest in 2009, his once healthy frame had been withered by ill health.
Weighing just 8st 10oz, Jackson's autopsy revealed how his lungs were horrifically scarred - possibly by an autoimmune condition - while his hips, thighs and shoulders were covered in what appeared to be injection marks.
A cocktail of prescription drugs were found in his system including the sedative propofol which ultimately killed him, as well as another drug called Flomax.
Image: Getty) Getty)
When Jackson's doctor, Conrad Murray, was later tried and convicted of the star's manslaughter for administering the fatal dose of propofol, he revealed what the purpose of the other drug was.
Despite only being 50, Jackson was apparently suffering from an enlarged prostate, meaning he 'took hours to urinate'. The drug shrank his prostate, allowing the star to use the toilet more freely.
However, Murray claimed the Jackson 5 singer was also incontinent and would constantly leak urine which is why, the shamed doctor said, Jackson always wore black trousers.
And a night time, Murray would put a condom on his patient in a bid to keep his bedsheets dry.
"You want to know how close Michael and I were? I held his penis every night," he told the Mail On Sunday in 2013.
Image: Getty) Getty)
"I had to put a condom catheter on him because Michael dripped urine. He had a loss of sensation and was incontinent."
He continued: "Michael didn't know how to put a condom on, so I had to do it for him.
"He wore dark trousers all the time because after he went to the toilet he would drip for hours."
It also emerged that there was another reason why Jackson always wore his iconic white socks.
Murray claimed he was actually hiding a pair of feet that had been deformed by agonising callouses and a fungal infection, so much so that they looked like they were rotting.
Image: Reuters) Reuters)
He said the star was so obsessed with privacy that for years he refused to let anyone see his feet, let alone treat them.
Instead, Jackson developed an addiction to painkillers that would prove fatal when he suffered a cardiac arrest sparked by the anesthetic propofol in June 2012. Murray was later jailed for four years for involuntary manslaughter for improperly administering the fatal dose, although he continues to maintain his innocence.
Describing Jackson's feet in his 2016 autobiography, This Is It, Murray wrote: “(They) were covered in callouses… and had an advanced chronic fungal infection. It turned out he always wore socks because he was so ashamed of the way his feet looked.
Image: Jason Shillingford/Daily Mirror) Jason Shillingford/Daily Mirror)
“I suggested he needed a podiatrist. A day after his feet were treated, he was amazed he could walk and dance without pain.
"Later I prescribed anti-fungal medications to clear the infection. It was a complete success. Meanwhile, I personally administered regular lotions and massages to remove the rough skin.
“The fact Michael’s feet, something critical to him, were in such poor condition was a sign not only had he neglected himself but those around him were not keeping a close eye on his wellbeing.”
Meanwhile, Jackson's feet weren't the only secret the star apparently kept.
According to friends of the late singer, his high-pitched voice was actually fake, with some claiming that behind closed doors he spoke with a 'deep' voice.
As the story goes, his softly-spoken manner was a direct result of his father Joe allegedly forcing him to undergo 'chemical castration' when he was just 13 in a bid to delay puberty and keep his singing voice high.
Murray, 67, claimed Jackson told him he'd been given hormone injections as a teenager, but made him swear never to tell anyone.
However, Jackson's good friends Liza Minnelli and David Gest once contradicted his account, letting slip that the star had a second, secret voice.
"I think people don't know the real him. He doesn't talk like [that]," the David told US chat show host Larry King in 2002.
Image: Instagram/lisa_de_simone) Instagram/lisa_de_simone)
Like everyone else, Liza believed his high-pitched tone was real and said she got a shock when she picked up the phone one night and heard him talking to husband David in his real voice.
"I said, Michael, you're busted. I got you now. All these years you've been talking that voice," she recalled.
So what was his 'real voice' like? In 2005, Court TV's Diane Dimond said Jackson actually had a 'big, deep' sound.
“Somewhere in there, especially if you bring him bad news or if you make him mad, his voice gets very, very deep," she told Access Hollywood.
“I was there one day when someone asked him about Gloria Allred, the attorney that has sort of dogged him and turned around in one foul swoop and said ‘She can go to hell’ in this big, deep masculine voice.”
And Good Morning Britain host Piers Morgan corroborated her story, claiming the star once let his secret tones slip during a telephone interview.
He said: "The weirdest thing about Michael Jackson, which encouraged my suspicions about him as a human being, was that when he talked about charity and children he had this very soft, high-pitched voice.
"When I changed the subject to business his voice dropped several octaves and he became a completely different person to talk to.
"That was weird to me, that showed me that he was a different multi-faceted different character depending on the subject matter."


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--France warns of another lockdown as cases "exponentially" rise to 7,000 a day

France could go into another nationwide lockdown with an `` exponential rise '' in coronavirus cases reaches 7,000 a day .
President Emmanuel Macron raised the possibility of placing the entire country back into lockdown as France recorded its biggest daily rise in infections since March .
Fears were raised as 7,379 more cases were confirmed on Friday , bringing the total in France to 267,077 .
It marks the largest daily spike since the peak of its first wave in March 31 when 7,578 cases were counted , the BBC reports .
Mr Macron said a second national lockdown @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spiralled out of control , speaking shortly before Friday 's figures were released .
France is experiencing an `` exponential '' rise in cases , according to the health ministry which revealed Friday 's figures follow a daily increase of 5,429 on Wednesday and 6,111 on Thursday .
Meanwhile hospital numbers and daily deaths remained relatively stable with young people less vulnerable to the virus making up most of the new cases , it said .
Another 20 people were confirmed to have died with Covid-19 in France , bringing the country 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Macron said his government would do `` everything possible '' to avoid reintroducing nationwide restrictions and urged people to be `` collectively very rigorous . ''
He said : `` We ’ re doing everything to avoid another lockdown , and in particular a nationwide lockdown .
`` Containment is the crudest of measures to fight against a virus . ''
France endured an eight-week lockdown which began to ease in May while some areas of the country including Paris remained under tighter rules .
Local authorities now have the ability to enforce @ @ @ @ @ @ @ surging , through methods such as shutting bars and restaurants .
On Friday , people in Paris were told they must wear masks outdoors to help combat the surge in cases .
The World Health Organisation ( WHO ) is warning of a resurgence of coronavirus in Europe and said young people should not be complacent about the disease .
It comes as Germany and Spain also recorded their highest number of daily infections since the spring in recent days .
German Chancellor Angela Merkel warned on Friday that things would become `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the coming months as people have been able to enjoy time outdoors during the summer .
It comes amid news from a leaked SAGE report that the UK could face as many as 85,000 coronavirus deaths this winter .
The document , compiled by the government 's scientific advisory committee , outlined what it described as a `` reasonable worst-case scenario '' .
It said there could be 81,000 coronavirus deaths in England and Wales , 2,600 in Scotland and 1,900 in Northern Ireland , according to a BBC Newsnight report .
Meanwhile @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

President Emmanuel Macron has suggested the possibility of another nationwide lockdown as France recorded its greatest daily rise in coronavirus cases since March
France warns of another lockdown as cases "exponentially" rise to 7,000 a day
France could go into another nationwide lockdown with an "exponential rise" in coronavirus cases reaches 7,000 a day.
President Emmanuel Macron raised the possibility of placing the entire country back into lockdown as France recorded its biggest daily rise in infections since March.
Fears were raised as 7,379 more cases were confirmed on Friday, bringing the total in France to 267,077.
It marks the largest daily spike since the peak of its first wave in March 31 when 7,578 cases were counted, the BBC reports.
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Mr Macron said a second national lockdown could not be ruled out if infections spiralled out of control, speaking shortly before Friday's figures were released.
France is experiencing an "exponential" rise in cases, according to the health ministry which revealed Friday's figures follow a daily increase of 5,429 on Wednesday and 6,111 on Thursday.
Meanwhile hospital numbers and daily deaths remained relatively stable with young people less vulnerable to the virus making up most of the new cases, it said.
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Another 20 people were confirmed to have died with Covid-19 in France, bringing the country's total death toll to 30,596.
Mr Macron said his government would do "everything possible" to avoid reintroducing nationwide restrictions and urged people to be "collectively very rigorous."
He said: "We’re doing everything to avoid another lockdown, and in particular a nationwide lockdown.
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"Containment is the crudest of measures to fight against a virus."
France endured an eight-week lockdown which began to ease in May while some areas of the country including Paris remained under tighter rules.
Local authorities now have the ability to enforce lockdown measures in areas where cases are surging, through methods such as shutting bars and restaurants.
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On Friday, people in Paris were told they must wear masks outdoors to help combat the surge in cases.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) is warning of a resurgence of coronavirus in Europe and said young people should not be complacent about the disease.
It comes as Germany and Spain also recorded their highest number of daily infections since the spring in recent days.
German Chancellor Angela Merkel warned on Friday that things would become "even more difficult than now" in the coming months as people have been able to enjoy time outdoors during the summer.
It comes amid news from a leaked SAGE report that the UK could face as many as 85,000 coronavirus deaths this winter.
The document, compiled by the government's scientific advisory committee, outlined what it described as a "reasonable worst-case scenario".
It said there could be 81,000 coronavirus deaths in England and Wales, 2,600 in Scotland and 1,900 in Northern Ireland, according to a BBC Newsnight report.
Meanwhile Spain diagnosed 3,829 new cases on Friday.


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Liverpool 'ready to pay £40m transfer fee' for Watford winger Ismaila Sarr

Liverpool are reportedly ready to pay Watford 's £40million asking price for Ismaila Sarr .
The 22-year-old has been on the Reds ' radar since he smashed two goals past them in the Hornets shock 3-0 win back in February .
Liverpool need back-up for their fearsome front three , and Sarr fits the bill as he can play on either wing or as a centre-forward .
But Watford have made it clear they want £40m for the Senegal international , who scored six goals for them last season .
And Liverpool are now prepared to meet that demand , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reports that Sarr 's versatility in attack has led the Reds to make him their priority target ahead of Wolves winger Adama Traore .
Also , there is a belief that Sarr would be prepared to wait for his opportunity in Liverpool 's star-studded team , whereas Traore might want more game time .
The Sun also claims that an Anfield switch for Sarr would lead to the Reds considering selling Rhian Brewster rather than loaning him out .
Brewster missed a spot-kick in Liverpool 's penalty shootout defeat to Arsenal in Saturday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Afterwards , boss Jurgen Klopp defended the 20-year-old , describing him as `` a real finisher '' .
Newcastle have reportedly asked Liverpool about signing the striker on loan , while Sheffield United and Crystal Palace are also reportedly interested .
Meanwhile , Sarr recently outlined his admiration for the Reds , telling Les Echos in his homeland : `` Liverpool are a really great team - everyone would love to play there .
`` They won the Premier League this year and the Champions League last year .
`` But also there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Do Liverpool need Ismaila Sarr ?
Have your say here '' Frankly , I have yet to make a choice .
If that were to happen , I just wish they were a good team .
At the moment , there are only guesses . ''
Liverpool star Sadio Mane has in the past referred to compatriot Sarr as his `` little brother '' .

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Sarr has been on the Reds' radar as they target back-up for their fearsome front three, and now the Premier League champions are reportedly ready to meet the Hornets' asking price
Liverpool are reportedly ready to pay Watford's £40million asking price for Ismaila Sarr.
The 22-year-old has been on the Reds' radar since he smashed two goals past them in the Hornets shock 3-0 win back in February.
Liverpool need back-up for their fearsome front three, and Sarr fits the bill as he can play on either wing or as a centre-forward.
But Watford have made it clear they want £40m for the Senegal international, who scored six goals for them last season.
And Liverpool are now prepared to meet that demand, according to The Sun.
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The publication reports that Sarr's versatility in attack has led the Reds to make him their priority target ahead of Wolves winger Adama Traore.
Also, there is a belief that Sarr would be prepared to wait for his opportunity in Liverpool's star-studded team, whereas Traore might want more game time.
The Sun also claims that an Anfield switch for Sarr would lead to the Reds considering selling Rhian Brewster rather than loaning him out.
Brewster missed a spot-kick in Liverpool's penalty shootout defeat to Arsenal in Saturday's Community Shield clash at Wembley.
Afterwards, boss Jurgen Klopp defended the 20-year-old, describing him as "a real finisher".
Newcastle have reportedly asked Liverpool about signing the striker on loan, while Sheffield United and Crystal Palace are also reportedly interested.
Meanwhile, Sarr recently outlined his admiration for the Reds, telling Les Echos in his homeland: "Liverpool are a really great team - everyone would love to play there.
"They won the Premier League this year and the Champions League last year.
"But also there are great teams in the English league.
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"Frankly, I have yet to make a choice. If that were to happen, I just wish they were a good team. At the moment, there are only guesses."
Liverpool star Sadio Mane has in the past referred to compatriot Sarr as his "little brother".


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Sarah Harding 'planning Girls Aloud reunion' before devastating cancer discovery

Sarah Harding was ready to sign up to a massive Girls Aloud reunion before she discovered she is suffering from cancer .
The 38-year-old singer made the heartbreaking revelation this week that she had been diagnosed with breast cancer and that the disease had spread to other parts of her body .
And the devastating news is said to have been told to her while the singer , alongside co-stars Kimberley Walsh , Nadine Coyle , Nicola Roberts and Cheryl Tweedy , had been finalising plans for a massive Girls Aloud 20th anniversary reunion .
The ladies – who shot @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a group on Popstars : The Rivals in 2002 – are said to have been in discussions since the beginning of last year for a reunion that would have secured them each a reported £4 million .
Plans had been in the works for the group to release new music in 2021 , tour the UK , and appear on a string of TV show .
However , the group are now said to be putting plans on hold as they rally around Sarah following her heartbreaking health reveal .
A source told @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was hugely excited to announce the comeback later this year .
“ Poor Sarah was desperate to make this happen , so her diagnosis has been doubly devastating .
“ At the moment , all anyone cares about is that she gets the treatment she needs — the music comes second .
“ But for the first time in years , all five girls are back in regular contact — even if under the most heartbreaking of circumstances.
” On Wednesday , Sarah took to social media to share her shock news .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ I hope you are all keeping safe and well during these uncertain times .
I ’ ve not posted on here for so long , thank you to everyone who has reached out to check in on me , it really does mean a lot .
“ I feel now is the right time to share what ’ s been going on .
There ’ s no easy way to say this and actually it doesn ’ t even feel real writing this , but here goes .
“ Earlier this year I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ couple of weeks ago I received the devastating news that the cancer has advanced to other parts of my body.
” The star went on to explain that she was receiving weekly chemotherapy treatment and assured fans she was fighting the disease “ as hard as I possibly can.
” Sarah ’ s Girls Aloud co-stars rallied around her – with Nadine declaring : “ I love you !
You have always been able to achieve miracles when needed !
” Cheryl shared a broken heart emoji , while Nicola stated Sarah is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ And Kimberley added : “ My heart is broken .
You are so strong and brave and we are with you every step of the way .
”

The singer is said to have been negotiating her part in a return to Girls Aloud when she was delivered the devastating news that she has breast cancer which has since spread
Sarah Harding was ready to sign up to a massive Girls Aloud reunion before she discovered she is suffering from cancer.
The 38-year-old singer made the heartbreaking revelation this week that she had been diagnosed with breast cancer and that the disease had spread to other parts of her body.
And the devastating news is said to have been told to her while the singer, alongside co-stars Kimberley Walsh, Nadine Coyle, Nicola Roberts and Cheryl Tweedy, had been finalising plans for a massive Girls Aloud 20th anniversary reunion.
The ladies – who shot to fame after being put together as a group on Popstars: The Rivals in 2002 – are said to have been in discussions since the beginning of last year for a reunion that would have secured them each a reported £4 million.
Image: Mike Marsland/WireImage) Mike Marsland/WireImage)
Plans had been in the works for the group to release new music in 2021, tour the UK, and appear on a string of TV show.
However, the group are now said to be putting plans on hold as they rally around Sarah following her heartbreaking health reveal.
A source told The Sun on Sunday: “Everyone was hugely excited to announce the comeback later this year.
“Poor Sarah was desperate to make this happen, so her diagnosis has been doubly devastating.
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“At the moment, all anyone cares about is that she gets the treatment she needs — the music comes second.
“But for the first time in years, all five girls are back in regular contact — even if under the most heartbreaking of circumstances.”
On Wednesday, Sarah took to social media to share her shock news.
She wrote: “Hi everyone, I hope you are all keeping safe and well during these uncertain times. I’ve not posted on here for so long, thank you to everyone who has reached out to check in on me, it really does mean a lot.
“I feel now is the right time to share what’s been going on. There’s no easy way to say this and actually it doesn’t even feel real writing this, but here goes.
“Earlier this year I was diagnosed with breast cancer and a couple of weeks ago I received the devastating news that the cancer has advanced to other parts of my body.”
The star went on to explain that she was receiving weekly chemotherapy treatment and assured fans she was fighting the disease “as hard as I possibly can.”
Sarah’s Girls Aloud co-stars rallied around her – with Nadine declaring: “I love you! You have always been able to achieve miracles when needed!”
Cheryl shared a broken heart emoji, while Nicola stated Sarah is “so loved and supported”.
And Kimberley added: “My heart is broken. You are so strong and brave and we are with you every step of the way.”


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Huge 'quintuple whammy' tax rises of £20bn being considered for virus recovery

Tax hikes of up to £20 billion are reportedly being considered by the Treasury to deal with the cost of the coronavirus crisis .
But the plans , potentially a `` quintuple whammy '' of tax rises , are being opposed by Number 10 .
Treasury officials are hoping the largest programme of tax increases , which could amount to £20bn a year , in a generation could plug holes in the public finances caused by the pandemic , the Sunday Telegraph reports .
But Boris Johnson is reportedly on a collision course with Rishi Sunak over the plans , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ departments ' spending .
There are said to be fears of imposing taxes on Middle England amidst the already damaging pandemic , with Downing Street only willing to hit the very richest with tax rises .
Ministers are looking at announcing hikes to capital gains tax and corporation tax as early as the November Budget , the Sunday Times says .
The money could be clawed back from pensions , businesses , the wealthy , and foreign aid .
Chancellor Sunak is reportedly considering hiking corporation tax from 19 % to 24 % @ @ @ @ @ @ @ billion next year .
Capital gains tax might also be paid at the same rate as income tax , under the ideas being looked at .
Pension tax relief could be `` slashed '' under measures being considered by the Treasury to help pay for the Covid-19 crisis , the Sunday Telegraph reports .
The newspaper also said that raising fuel and other duties was also being looked at .
A revamp of the inheritance tax system and the introduction of an online sales tax was also being considered .
The international development @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Treasury reappraisals due to the cost of the pandemic , it was claimed .
The aid budget has already been cut by £2.9 billion from £15.8 billion this year , due to the contraction in the economy caused by the Covid-19 outbreak .
However , the Government insists it still meets its obligation to provide 0.7 % of gross national income ( GNI ) to international development .
The government had to raise billions to pay for the furlough scheme , while Britain 's GDP plunged by more than 20 % in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ closed .
Treasury sources said they do not comment on what may , or may not be , in the forthcoming Budget .
Businesses are urging the government to concentrate on further support measures to aid the recovery and `` invest in growth '' .

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Reports on Sunday say that the Treasury could resort to drastic tax rises against the wealthy to pay for the coronavirus recovery, although the plans are being opposed by Number 10
Tax hikes of up to £20 billion are reportedly being considered by the Treasury to deal with the cost of the coronavirus crisis.
But the plans, potentially a "quintuple whammy" of tax rises, are being opposed by Number 10.
Treasury officials are hoping the largest programme of tax increases, which could amount to £20bn a year, in a generation could plug holes in the public finances caused by the pandemic, the Sunday Telegraph reports.
But Boris Johnson is reportedly on a collision course with Rishi Sunak over the plans, with Number 10 preferring cutbacks to Whitehall departments' spending.
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There are said to be fears of imposing taxes on Middle England amidst the already damaging pandemic, with Downing Street only willing to hit the very richest with tax rises.
Ministers are looking at announcing hikes to capital gains tax and corporation tax as early as the November Budget, the Sunday Times says.
The money could be clawed back from pensions, businesses, the wealthy, and foreign aid.
Chancellor Sunak is reportedly considering hiking corporation tax from 19% to 24% in order to boost revenue by £12 billion next year.
Capital gains tax might also be paid at the same rate as income tax, under the ideas being looked at.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images) Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Pension tax relief could be "slashed" under measures being considered by the Treasury to help pay for the Covid-19 crisis, the Sunday Telegraph reports.
The newspaper also said that raising fuel and other duties was also being looked at.
A revamp of the inheritance tax system and the introduction of an online sales tax was also being considered.
The international development budget could also be caught up in Treasury reappraisals due to the cost of the pandemic, it was claimed.
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The aid budget has already been cut by £2.9 billion from £15.8 billion this year, due to the contraction in the economy caused by the Covid-19 outbreak.
However, the Government insists it still meets its obligation to provide 0.7% of gross national income (GNI) to international development.
The government had to raise billions to pay for the furlough scheme, while Britain's GDP plunged by more than 20% in the early stages of the crisis as businesses closed.
Treasury sources said they do not comment on what may, or may not be, in the forthcoming Budget.
Businesses are urging the government to concentrate on further support measures to aid the recovery and "invest in growth".


thedailymirror--2020-08-30--Lionel Messi's £632m release clause 'has expired' in major boost to Man City

Lionel Messi is no longer subject to a £632million Barcelona release clause in a major boost to Pep Guardiola and Manchester City , according to reports from Spain .
City are hoping to sign Messi for free after he previously revealed he had an option in his contract to leave at the end of each season .
Barcelona claim that arrangement expired on June 10 and can not be revisited until next summer .
Nou Camp chiefs are hoping to agree a £250million players-plus-cash deal with City rather than go to court in an attempt to get the Etihad club @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in full .
But Spanish radio station Cadena SER , cited by Metro , has reported there is no longer a buy-out clause in Messi ’ s contract , claiming it expired at the end of the 2019/20 campaign .
If true , the news would come as a boost to Messi 's suitors , with Paris-Saint Germain , Juventus and Inter Milan all in the race to sign the Argentine superstar .
It is City who remain in pole position , though , with Messi seemingly intent on a reunion with his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ believe they are on the brink of prising the six-time Ballon d'Or winner away from Barcelona after he made it clear he is not backing down from his bid to quit the Nou Camp .
And City bosses know the arrival of the 33-year-old forward will secure the future of boss Guardiola for another three years .
City would be prepared to sacrifice the likes of John Stones , Nicolas Otamendi , Benjamin Mendy , Joao Cancelo , Oleksandr Zinchenko and Angelino in a bid to land Messi .
New Barca boss Ronald @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is already planning for life without the world 's No 1 player .
Will Lionel Messi sign for Manchester City ?
Have your say here It is yet to be seen whether he will take any of the players on offer - although Barcelona do want young City defender Eric Garcia following his decision to reject a new contract .
Meanwhile , Messi will not be present for the Barcelona squad 's coronavirus testing on Sunday or the start of pre-season training on Monday as he looks to force through a move .

Transfer update: Who are Man City willing to offload to secure Messi?
Transfer update: Who are Man City willing to offload to secure Messi?
Barcelona are hoping to reach a £250m compromise with Pep Guardiola's side, but the latest report from Spain claims Messi's suitors no longer have to trigger a release clause
Lionel Messi is no longer subject to a £632million Barcelona release clause in a major boost to Pep Guardiola and Manchester City, according to reports from Spain.
City are hoping to sign Messi for free after he previously revealed he had an option in his contract to leave at the end of each season.
Barcelona claim that arrangement expired on June 10 and cannot be revisited until next summer.
Nou Camp chiefs are hoping to agree a £250million players-plus-cash deal with City rather than go to court in an attempt to get the Etihad club to pay the player's get-out clause in full.
But Spanish radio station Cadena SER, cited by Metro, has reported there is no longer a buy-out clause in Messi’s contract, claiming it expired at the end of the 2019/20 campaign.
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If true, the news would come as a boost to Messi's suitors, with Paris-Saint Germain, Juventus and Inter Milan all in the race to sign the Argentine superstar.
It is City who remain in pole position, though, with Messi seemingly intent on a reunion with his former Barcelona mentor Guardiola.
The Blues believe they are on the brink of prising the six-time Ballon d'Or winner away from Barcelona after he made it clear he is not backing down from his bid to quit the Nou Camp.
And City bosses know the arrival of the 33-year-old forward will secure the future of boss Guardiola for another three years.
City would be prepared to sacrifice the likes of John Stones, Nicolas Otamendi, Benjamin Mendy, Joao Cancelo, Oleksandr Zinchenko and Angelino in a bid to land Messi.
New Barca boss Ronald Koeman has told friends in Holland he is already planning for life without the world's No 1 player.
Will Lionel Messi sign for Manchester City? Have your say here
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It is yet to be seen whether he will take any of the players on offer - although Barcelona do want young City defender Eric Garcia following his decision to reject a new contract.
Meanwhile, Messi will not be present for the Barcelona squad's coronavirus testing on Sunday or the start of pre-season training on Monday as he looks to force through a move.


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Four children spotted 'up to their necks in water and waving for help' off coast

Four children seen `` up to their necks in water and waving for help '' had to be rescued by the coastguard .
The dramatic scenes at the onset of the Bank Holiday weekend unfolded in Southend , Essex .
The children were returning from Mulberry Harbour near Thorpe Bay when they got into difficulty at about 3.05pm on Friday .
They were rescued by the coastguard in a hovercraft and taken to hospital with onset hypothermia .
They are now believed to be back at home .
The coastguard has warned against walking to structures in low tide , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can be silent and deadly .
Even on the warmest of days .
It kills . ''
The rescue body added that the children `` attempted to make their way back to shore but the water was too deep and caught them unawares and at one point were observed up to their necks in water and waving for help '' .
`` Do not walk out to any manmade hazards or structures at low tide you may see in the 'near or far ' distance off Southend , you will put your and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the statement said .
After the children were rescued and brought to shore , the coastguard found they needed `` medical attention due to suffering the onset of hypothermia '' .
East of England Ambulance Service were called and took them to hospital .
The post added : `` We wish the four casualties a quick recovery , who we understand are now back home . ''

The kids were rescued in Southend, Essex, prompting the coastguard to warn people of the perils of cold water, even on warm days, as well as walking out to structures at low tide
Four children spotted 'up to their necks in water and waving for help' off coast
Four children seen "up to their necks in water and waving for help" had to be rescued by the coastguard.
The dramatic scenes at the onset of the Bank Holiday weekend unfolded in Southend, Essex.
The children were returning from Mulberry Harbour near Thorpe Bay when they got into difficulty at about 3.05pm on Friday.
They were rescued by the coastguard in a hovercraft and taken to hospital with onset hypothermia.
They are now believed to be back at home.
Image: Facebook/HM Coastguard Southend On Sea) Facebook/HM Coastguard Southend On Sea)
The coastguard has warned against walking to structures in low tide, and gravely added: "Cold water can be silent and deadly. Even on the warmest of days. It kills."
The rescue body added that the children "attempted to make their way back to shore but the water was too deep and caught them unawares and at one point were observed up to their necks in water and waving for help".
Image: Facebook/HM Coastguard Southend On Sea) Facebook/HM Coastguard Southend On Sea)
"Do not walk out to any manmade hazards or structures at low tide you may see in the 'near or far' distance off Southend, you will put your and your families lives at risk," the statement said.
After the children were rescued and brought to shore, the coastguard found they needed "medical attention due to suffering the onset of hypothermia".
East of England Ambulance Service were called and took them to hospital.
The post added: "We wish the four casualties a quick recovery, who we understand are now back home."


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Brooklyn Beckham savaged by ex-girlfriend in brutal song about failed romance

Brooklyn Beckham may want to cover his ears as ex-girlfriend Hana Cross has unleashed a scathing song that is believed to be about him .
The 21-year-old celebrity offspring of Vicky and Dave Beckham is currently engaged to 25-year-old American billionaire heiress Nicola Peltz – but famously dated 22-year-old model Hana last year .
Throughout their torrid relationship , the pair were spotted spending last summer in a seemingly endless cycle of blazing public bust ups followed by nauseating public displays of affection .
Now Hana is gearing up to launch her singing carer , and has penned a tune @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sun on Sunday says that lyrics from her debut album include brutal comments including : “ I wish that someone told me you had a habit for dishonesty .
.
.
though you break my heart , I want to stay.
” While a source has claimed the model-turned-singer has viewed her high profile failed relationship as a great source of inspiration for her music .
The mole said : “ She is still raw from her split with Brooklyn and it pains her to see him so happy .
“ Her record @ @ @ @ @ @ @ isn ’ t afraid of expressing how she feels .
“ It ’ s probably best that Brooklyn steers well clear of it when the record comes out.
” Brooklyn 's volatile relationship with Hana was swiftly followed by a romance with American actress Nicola .
The actor fell for the Transformers actress weeks after his split – and the pair became engaged mere months later .
Fans of the divisive Beckham family were stunned last month when it was revealed Brooklyn had asked Nicola for her hand in marriage .
Reports have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the couple all over social media – cost and eye watering £350,000 .
The price tag may not be much in the eyes of Nicola , however , as her father – 78-year-old American businessman Nelson Peltz – is worth a reported $ 1.7 billion ( £1.3 billion ) .

Nicola Peltz dances with her mother-in-law to be Victoria Beckham
Nicola Peltz dances with her mother-in-law to be Victoria Beckham
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Brooklyn had an explosive romance with model-turned-singer Hana Cross throughout 2019 – before they finally split and he quickly moved on with now-fiancée Nicola Peltz
Brooklyn Beckham savaged by ex-girlfriend in brutal song about their failed romance
Brooklyn Beckham may want to cover his ears as ex-girlfriend Hana Cross has unleashed a scathing song that is believed to be about him.
The 21-year-old celebrity offspring of Vicky and Dave Beckham is currently engaged to 25-year-old American billionaire heiress Nicola Peltz – but famously dated 22-year-old model Hana last year.
Throughout their torrid relationship, the pair were spotted spending last summer in a seemingly endless cycle of blazing public bust ups followed by nauseating public displays of affection.
Now Hana is gearing up to launch her singing carer, and has penned a tune about a seemingly untrustworthy ex-boyfriend.
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The Sun on Sunday says that lyrics from her debut album include brutal comments including: “I wish that someone told me you had a habit for dishonesty . . . though you break my heart, I want to stay.”
While a source has claimed the model-turned-singer has viewed her high profile failed relationship as a great source of inspiration for her music.
The mole said: “She is still raw from her split with Brooklyn and it pains her to see him so happy.
Image: Getty Images for Luisa Via Roma) Getty Images for Luisa Via Roma)
“Her record has a few heartbreak songs and she isn’t afraid of expressing how she feels.
“It’s probably best that Brooklyn steers well clear of it when the record comes out.”
Brooklyn's volatile relationship with Hana was swiftly followed by a romance with American actress Nicola.
The actor fell for the Transformers actress weeks after his split – and the pair became engaged mere months later.
Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images for War) Dave Benett/Getty Images for War) Image: TIM STEWART NEWS LIMITED) TIM STEWART NEWS LIMITED)
Fans of the divisive Beckham family were stunned last month when it was revealed Brooklyn had asked Nicola for her hand in marriage.
Reports have suggested the engagement ring – flashed by the couple all over social media – cost and eye watering £350,000.
The price tag may not be much in the eyes of Nicola, however, as her father – 78-year-old American businessman Nelson Peltz – is worth a reported $1.7 billion (£1.3 billion).


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Harry Maguire 'given extended break' from Man Utd training after court case

Harry Maguire has reportedly been given an extended break before returning to pre-season training with Manchester United following his Mykonos ordeal .
Maguire was due to meet with Gareth Southgate 's England squad this weekend , but was stood down after being convicted of assaulting a police offer and attempted bribery .
The United skipper now faces a long court fight to clear his name after his legal team this week lodged an appeal against the conviction in Greece .
And while his Red Devils teammates are set to report to Carrington for pre-season training on Wednesday , the defender @ @ @ @ @ @ @ according to The Sun .
Maguire has publicly thanked United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as well as England manager Gareth Southgate for their support over his legal fight .
It is understood United have no plans to strip him of the captaincy , while he is expected to be reinstated into the England squad in October .
Maguire will not be the only player missing from Ole Gunnar Solksjaer 's squad this week as they prepare for the new Premier League season .
Paul Pogba is self-isolating after testing positive for coronavirus , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from a holiday in Dubai .
Nemanja Matic will also have to self-isolate on his return to the UK , according to Mail Online .
Matic has announced his retirement from international football , meaning he will now be subject to UK government travel restrictions .
United kick off their Premier League season at home to Crystal Palace on September 12 .
Meanwhile , Wolves defender Conor Coady has replaced Maguire in the England squad for next month 's Nations League games against Iceland and Denmark .
Can Manchester United challenge for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your say here Ainsley-Maitland Niles , who impressed in Arsenal 's Community Shield win over Liverpool on Saturday , has also been called up to Southgate 's squad , who will head to St George 's Park on Sunday for coronavirus testing .
The Three Lions play Iceland in Reykjavik on September 5 before facing Denmark in Copenhagen three days later .
Southgate is expected to call Maguire back into his squad in October , when England face a Wembley friendly against Wales before Nations League matches at home to Belgium and Denmark @

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Maguire has reportedly been granted extra days off following his Mykonos legal battle, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer missing a few big names from pre-season training this week
Harry Maguire 'given extended break' from Man Utd training after Greek court case
Harry Maguire has reportedly been given an extended break before returning to pre-season training with Manchester United following his Mykonos ordeal.
Maguire was due to meet with Gareth Southgate's England squad this weekend, but was stood down after being convicted of assaulting a police offer and attempted bribery.
The United skipper now faces a long court fight to clear his name after his legal team this week lodged an appeal against the conviction in Greece.
And while his Red Devils teammates are set to report to Carrington for pre-season training on Wednesday, the defender will not return until the weekend, according to The Sun.
Maguire has publicly thanked United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as well as England manager Gareth Southgate for their support over his legal fight.
It is understood United have no plans to strip him of the captaincy, while he is expected to be reinstated into the England squad in October.
Maguire will not be the only player missing from Ole Gunnar Solksjaer's squad this week as they prepare for the new Premier League season.
Paul Pogba is self-isolating after testing positive for coronavirus, while Aaron Wan-Bissaka must quarantine after returning from a holiday in Dubai.
Nemanja Matic will also have to self-isolate on his return to the UK, according to Mail Online.
Matic has announced his retirement from international football, meaning he will now be subject to UK government travel restrictions.
United kick off their Premier League season at home to Crystal Palace on September 12.
Meanwhile, Wolves defender Conor Coady has replaced Maguire in the England squad for next month's Nations League games against Iceland and Denmark.
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Ainsley-Maitland Niles, who impressed in Arsenal's Community Shield win over Liverpool on Saturday, has also been called up to Southgate's squad, who will head to St George's Park on Sunday for coronavirus testing.
The Three Lions play Iceland in Reykjavik on September 5 before facing Denmark in Copenhagen three days later.
Southgate is expected to call Maguire back into his squad in October, when England face a Wembley friendly against Wales before Nations League matches at home to Belgium and Denmark.


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Boris Johnson poll slump as Labour levels with Tories for first time since 2019

Labour has drawn level with the Tories for the first time since last year in a big blow to Boris Johnson .
The embattled Prime Minister has overseen a chaotic coronavirus pandemic response , with focus most recently on the farcical U-turn over A-level exam results .
Only last week , the government reversed its advice to secondary school pupils on face masks .
And on Friday night , fresh advice to schools on coronavirus safety , including `` rotas '' , was published just days before kids return , sparking an outcry from teachers .
Earlier in the crisis @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rates , accusations lockdown was brought in too late , PPE shortages , low testing capacity , questions over protection for care home residents , and the fallout from Dominic Cummings ' controversial trip to County Durham during lockdown .
Now , a snapshot survey by Opinium shows Labour and the Tories are both on 40 % in terms of voting intention at a hypothetical general election held now .
It marks the first time the Conservatives have not been ahead of Labour in an Opinium survey for 13 months .
Nearly half @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the Government 's handling of coronavirus , compared to less than a third , 31 % , who approve , according to the poll .
The government enjoyed leads of more than 20 points in March and April , as Labour reeled from December 's crushing election defeat .
But the party has steadily closed the gap on the Conservatives in the polls since Keir Starmer was elected leader .
Charles Walker , vice-chair of the influential 1922 committee of Conservative backbenchers , told the Observer a recent string of U-turns had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some struggling to defend their government to constituents .
Mr Walker said : “ Too often it looks like this government licks its finger and sticks it in the air to see which way the wind is blowing .
This is not a sustainable way to approach the business of governing and government .
“ It is becoming increasingly difficult for backbenchers now to promote and defend government policy as so often that policy is changed or abandoned without notice .
Whether this approach is by design or by accident , the climate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ erodes morale.
” In separate polling , with English schools reopening next week , 63 % of parents with school age children say it is safe for primary schools to do so .
But pupils aged 14-15 appear most concerned about returning to class as 45 % of parents with children in this age group say their child is worried , against to 48 % who say they are not .
More than half of adults surveyed , 52 % , support making face masks compulsory for children in school , with 22 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 19 % against such a move .
When it comes to the parents of school age children , 42 % back the idea , and 22 % oppose it .
The survey has bad news for beleaguered Education Secretary Gavin Williamson as 48 % disapprove of the way he is handling his job , and 40 % say he is most responsible for the recent exam results controversy .
Opinium carried out an online survey of 2,002 UK adults between August 26-28 .

Boris Johnson has suffered plummeting opinion ratings as the pandemic has gone on, with the fiasco over A-level results compounded by late changes to advice to schools on face masks and safety measures
Boris Johnson poll slump as Labour levels with Tories for first time since last year
Labour has drawn level with the Tories for the first time since last year in a big blow to Boris Johnson.
The embattled Prime Minister has overseen a chaotic coronavirus pandemic response, with focus most recently on the farcical U-turn over A-level exam results.
Only last week, the government reversed its advice to secondary school pupils on face masks.
And on Friday night, fresh advice to schools on coronavirus safety, including "rotas", was published just days before kids return, sparking an outcry from teachers.
Earlier in the crisis, the government struggled with high death rates, accusations lockdown was brought in too late, PPE shortages, low testing capacity, questions over protection for care home residents, and the fallout from Dominic Cummings ' controversial trip to County Durham during lockdown.
Image: PA) PA)
Now, a snapshot survey by Opinium shows Labour and the Tories are both on 40% in terms of voting intention at a hypothetical general election held now.
It marks the first time the Conservatives have not been ahead of Labour in an Opinium survey for 13 months.
Nearly half of voters, 47%, disapprove of the Government's handling of coronavirus, compared to less than a third, 31%, who approve, according to the poll.
The government enjoyed leads of more than 20 points in March and April, as Labour reeled from December's crushing election defeat.
But the party has steadily closed the gap on the Conservatives in the polls since Keir Starmer was elected leader.
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Charles Walker, vice-chair of the influential 1922 committee of Conservative backbenchers, told the Observer a recent string of U-turns had left many colleagues in despair, with some struggling to defend their government to constituents.
Mr Walker said: “Too often it looks like this government licks its finger and sticks it in the air to see which way the wind is blowing. This is not a sustainable way to approach the business of governing and government.
“It is becoming increasingly difficult for backbenchers now to promote and defend government policy as so often that policy is changed or abandoned without notice. Whether this approach is by design or by accident, the climate of uncertainty it creates is unsustainable and erodes morale.”
In separate polling, with English schools reopening next week, 63% of parents with school age children say it is safe for primary schools to do so.
And 60% back pupils returning to secondary schools.
But pupils aged 14-15 appear most concerned about returning to class as 45% of parents with children in this age group say their child is worried, against to 48% who say they are not.
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More than half of adults surveyed, 52%, support making face masks compulsory for children in school, with 22% neither supporting nor opposing, and 19% against such a move.
When it comes to the parents of school age children, 42% back the idea, and 22% oppose it.
The survey has bad news for beleaguered Education Secretary Gavin Williamson as 48% disapprove of the way he is handling his job, and 40% say he is most responsible for the recent exam results controversy.
Opinium carried out an online survey of 2,002 UK adults between August 26-28.


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Alex Demetriou 'dumped from Dancing On Ice after growing close to Maura Higgins'

Dancing On Ice professional skater Alex Demetriou has been axed from the show after growing too close to contestant Maura Higgins , according to reports .
The 28-year-old winter sports star found himself embroiled in headlines earlier this year as his marriage to 29-year-old Canadian ice skater , and fellow Dancing On Ice pro , Carlotta Edwards collapsed amid speculation over his relationship with Love Island star Maura .
Irish beauty Maura , 29 , always professed she and Alex were nothing more than just friends , however tongues wagged as the pair were spied spending time on and off @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have given Alex the boot from Dancing On Ice ahead of the 13th season of the show which is expected to commence in early 2021 – coronavirus lockdown rules permitting .
A show source told The Sun on Sunday : “ Producers have embarked on a cull and are desperate not to gain a reputation for a show curse like BBC rival Strictly Come Dancing .
“ They want to keep the focus of the show on the ice and the marriage rumours surrounding Alex and Carlotta weren ’ t very on-brand for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it to come back bigger and better than ever next year and could do without any bad tastes from the last drama.
” Carlotta has moved back to Canada following the sad collapse of her marriage to Alex .
While the skate star himself has previously discussed the troubles his marriage faced .
Back in May , he declared : “ I think Carlotta found it hard to see me close , yet so professional , with Maura .
It had an impact on her .
“ I told Carlotta we needed a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ good .
I didn ’ t want to lead her on any more .
“ She was shocked at how serious it was .
I ’ m not going to lie — it was my decision .
Clearly she was very upset.
” Alex went on at the time to reiterate that he and Maura were just friends and said growing close to contestants on Dancing On Ice is part of the show – arguing they wouldn ’ t be able to complete dare devil ice skating stunts without a certain level of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also told The Sun that the door has been left open for Alex to return in a future season of the hit show .

Alex and Maura endured weeks of speculation about their friendship when they starred on Dancing On Ice earlier this year despite repeated denials they were ever anything more than friends
Dancing On Ice professional skater Alex Demetriou has been axed from the show after growing too close to contestant Maura Higgins, according to reports.
The 28-year-old winter sports star found himself embroiled in headlines earlier this year as his marriage to 29-year-old Canadian ice skater, and fellow Dancing On Ice pro, Carlotta Edwards collapsed amid speculation over his relationship with Love Island star Maura.
Irish beauty Maura, 29, always professed she and Alex were nothing more than just friends, however tongues wagged as the pair were spied spending time on and off the ice together.
Now show bosses have given Alex the boot from Dancing On Ice ahead of the 13th season of the show which is expected to commence in early 2021 – coronavirus lockdown rules permitting.
Image: carlottaedwards/Instagram) carlottaedwards/Instagram)
A show source told The Sun on Sunday: “Producers have embarked on a cull and are desperate not to gain a reputation for a show curse like BBC rival Strictly Come Dancing.
“They want to keep the focus of the show on the ice and the marriage rumours surrounding Alex and Carlotta weren’t very on-brand for the family-friendly series.
“They want it to come back bigger and better than ever next year and could do without any bad tastes from the last drama.”
Image: Doug Peters/EMPICS Entertainment) Doug Peters/EMPICS Entertainment)
Carlotta has moved back to Canada following the sad collapse of her marriage to Alex.
While the skate star himself has previously discussed the troubles his marriage faced.
Back in May, he declared: “I think Carlotta found it hard to see me close, yet so professional, with Maura. It had an impact on her.
“I told Carlotta we needed a break but I knew it was for good. I didn’t want to lead her on any more.
Image: ITV) ITV)
“She was shocked at how serious it was. I’m not going to lie — it was my decision. Clearly she was very upset.”
Alex went on at the time to reiterate that he and Maura were just friends and said growing close to contestants on Dancing On Ice is part of the show – arguing they wouldn’t be able to complete dare devil ice skating stunts without a certain level of trust.
A spokesperson for Dancing On Ice told Mirror Online: "As we approach each new series we consult with all of our skaters to discuss best pairings and opportunities going forward and sometimes this means a break from the main cast.
"Alex Demetriou will not be in our main cast lineup for Dancing on Ice when it returns in 2021.
"This doesn't mean it's a final farewell and he remains a much loved member of the Dancing on Ice family with potential to return."


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Baby in pushchair snatched at gunpoint in horrifying attack on mum walking him

A young baby was snatched at gunpoint from his pushchair while out for a walk sparking a major manhunt , police said .
An amber alert was issued for one-year-old Mateo Alejandro Montufar-Barrera after he was snatched in Georgia , the US , on Saturday afternoon .
Mateo ’ s horrified mother tried to fight off the attacker , ripping off a piece of his plaid shorts and taking one of his red and black shoes , according to the FBI .
The suspect , described as a Hispanic male between 28 and 32 years old , and about 5ft @ @ @ @ @ @ @ car before kidnapping the tot .
He reportedly fled in an Acura MDX SUV , with a Georgia license plate .
The baby is believed to be in extreme danger , police said .
Little Mateo was wearing a Batman T-shirt and a nappy while on a walk with his mother on the street close to their home .
The FBI and Georgian investigators activated an amber alert and a Levi ’ s Call .
Later on Saturday , police said the baby had been found and reunited with his mother , US @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not been an update with regard to the alleged attacker .

One-year-old Mateo Alejandro Montufar-Barrera was described as being in 'extreme danger' after being kidnapped in Georgia, the US, on Saturday as his mother walked him in a pushchair
Baby in pushchair snatched at gunpoint in horrifying street attack on mum walking him
A young baby was snatched at gunpoint from his pushchair while out for a walk sparking a major manhunt, police said.
An amber alert was issued for one-year-old Mateo Alejandro Montufar-Barrera after he was snatched in Georgia, the US, on Saturday afternoon.
Mateo’s horrified mother tried to fight off the attacker, ripping off a piece of his plaid shorts and taking one of his red and black shoes, according to the FBI.
The suspect, described as a Hispanic male between 28 and 32 years old, and about 5ft 5in tall, jumped out of a car before kidnapping the tot.
He reportedly fled in an Acura MDX SUV, with a Georgia license plate.
The baby is believed to be in extreme danger, police said.
Little Mateo was wearing a Batman T-shirt and a nappy while on a walk with his mother on the street close to their home.
The FBI and Georgian investigators activated an amber alert and a Levi’s Call.
Later on Saturday, police said the baby had been found and reunited with his mother, US media reports.
There has so far not been an update with regard to the alleged attacker.


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Man Utd told Jadon Sancho 'ticks all the boxes' for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side

Manchester United have been urged not to give up on their pursuit of Jadon Sancho , as he 'ticks all the boxes ' for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's side .
Sancho was identified as United 's top target this summer , but Borussia Dortmund are holding firm on their £108million valuation and the Red Devils have so far refused to meet it .
With no sign of a compromise being reached , United appear to be focusing on other targets .
They are in pole position to sign midfielder Donny van de Beek from Ajax , as well as retaining @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Grealish .
But former Old Trafford favourite Darren Fletcher says Solskjaer should stick to his guns and demand that United 's board deliver Sancho - believing the 20-year-old will solve a problem position on United 's right wing .
“ At his young age , to be doing what he ’ s doing at that level of football is fantastic and there ’ s no doubt that he has got a bright future in the game , '' said Fletcher in quotes reported by Metro .
Sancho has scored 34 goals in 99 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the Bundesliga in 2017 .
Solskjaer used Daniel James and Mason Greenwood on the right of United 's attack last season , and while the former has yet to fully convince , the latter is earmarked to one day flourish in a centre-forward role .
Fletcher said : “ It ’ s clearly a position that Manchester United , I feel , have needed for a number of years now , somebody who naturally wants to play off that right-hand side .
“ So , I think that it ticks all the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the same time – these transfers are very , very difficult .
He ’ d be a fantastic acquisition for anyone who gets him.
” Fletcher played for United from , winning five Premier League titles , the FA Cup , Champions League and Club World Cup .

United have so far been frustrated in their pursuit of Sancho, but five-time Premier League title winner Darren Fletcher urged Solskjaer not to give up on the Borussia Dortmund winger
Manchester United have been urged not to give up on their pursuit of Jadon Sancho, as he 'ticks all the boxes' for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side.
Sancho was identified as United's top target this summer, but Borussia Dortmund are holding firm on their £108million valuation and the Red Devils have so far refused to meet it.
With no sign of a compromise being reached, United appear to be focusing on other targets.
They are in pole position to sign midfielder Donny van de Beek from Ajax, as well as retaining an interest in Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish.
But former Old Trafford favourite Darren Fletcher says Solskjaer should stick to his guns and demand that United's board deliver Sancho - believing the 20-year-old will solve a problem position on United's right wing.
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“At his young age, to be doing what he’s doing at that level of football is fantastic and there’s no doubt that he has got a bright future in the game," said Fletcher in quotes reported by Metro.
Sancho has scored 34 goals in 99 games for Dortmund since leaving Manchester City for the Bundesliga in 2017.
Solskjaer used Daniel James and Mason Greenwood on the right of United's attack last season, and while the former has yet to fully convince, the latter is earmarked to one day flourish in a centre-forward role.
Fletcher said: “It’s clearly a position that Manchester United, I feel, have needed for a number of years now, somebody who naturally wants to play off that right-hand side.
“So, I think that it ticks all the boxes in that respect but – at the same time – these transfers are very, very difficult. He’d be a fantastic acquisition for anyone who gets him.”
Fletcher played for United from, winning five Premier League titles, the FA Cup, Champions League and Club World Cup.


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--Holly Willoughby's Celeb Juice replacement 'confirmed' as Emily Atack

Emily Atack and Laura Whitmore have reportedly been signed up as new Celebrity Juice captains .
This comes after Holly Willoughby , 39 , announced that she was quitting the show in May after `` 12 years of fantastic chaos '' .
Fellow team captain Mel B also left the show earlier this year .
Former Inbetweeners star Emily charmed fans when she appeared on I 'm A Celebrity in 2018 and was a favourite to fill in for Holly .
A source told The Sun : `` The show definitely needed a bit of a shake-up and bosses hope @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It ’ s one of ITV ’ s biggest brands and there ’ s still lots of fun to be had with it . ''
They added that host Keith Lemon was excited to initiate the new team captains onto the show and teased that there were `` plenty of surprises '' lined up .
Emily has appeared on the programme a number of times , including back in April when she shared a kiss with captain Mel B. Fearne Cotton was the first longterm captain to leave the series after 10 years @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by Paddy McGuinness in 2019 , who was followed by Mel B for the next two series .
Holly only missed out on filming for one series in 2014 to go on maternity leave while pregnant with her third and youngest child Chester .

Holly Willoughby, 39, announced that she was quitting Celebrity Juice in May after '12 years of fantastic chaos'
Emily Atack and Laura Whitmore have reportedly been signed up as new Celebrity Juice captains.
This comes after Holly Willoughby, 39, announced that she was quitting the show in May after "12 years of fantastic chaos".
Fellow team captain Mel B also left the show earlier this year.
Former Inbetweeners star Emily charmed fans when she appeared on I'm A Celebrity in 2018 and was a favourite to fill in for Holly.
Image: emilyatack/Instagram) emilyatack/Instagram)
A source told The Sun : "The show definitely needed a bit of a shake-up and bosses hope Emily and Laura can do that. It’s one of ITV’s biggest brands and there’s still lots of fun to be had with it."
They added that host Keith Lemon was excited to initiate the new team captains onto the show and teased that there were "plenty of surprises" lined up.
Image: ITV2/PLANET PHOTOS) ITV2/PLANET PHOTOS)
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Mirror TV has contacted ITV for comment.
Emily has appeared on the programme a number of times, including back in April when she shared a kiss with captain Mel B.
Fearne Cotton was the first longterm captain to leave the series after 10 years in 2018.
Image: ITV / Talkback Thames) ITV / Talkback Thames)
She was initially replaced by Paddy McGuinness in 2019, who was followed by Mel B for the next two series.
Holly only missed out on filming for one series in 2014 to go on maternity leave while pregnant with her third and youngest child Chester.
*Celebrity Juice returns this autumn on ITV2


thedailymirror--2020-08-29--The Chase's Mark Labbett to meet wife Katie's boyfriend Scott after split

The Chase star Mark Labbett is set to meet his wife Katie 's boyfriend Scott for the first time .
The star , 55 , who is known to fans of the ITV quiz show as The Beast , has announced his split from his 28-year-old wife Katie following 18 months of making their marriage open .
Over the last year-and-a-half , Katie has been in a romantic relationship with 30-year-old senior design engineer Scott .
Scott has met Katie and Mark 's three-year-old son and appears to have a good relationship with him .
In an interview with The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has been speaking with Scott and that she plans on having them meet face-to-face .
Katie revealed : `` Scott and I are together now , and Mark knows everything .
`` They 've spoken on the phone and I ’ m planning on introducing them properly soon . ''
It will be the first time they have been since Katie and Scott 's romantic relationship began .
However , Katie added : `` They only met briefly about two years ago . ''
The 28-year-old outlined her hopes for her new relationship @ @ @ @ @ @ @ family .
`` Now I just want to have a normal relationship , no lies , '' added Katie .
`` I want everyone to know what ’ s what and that we are all happy .
I just want Mark to be happy . ''
Mark and Katie are second cousins and first met over Facebook in 2010 before going on to get together in 2012 and get engaged the following year .
They have a three-year-old son together , but Mark admits some insecurity about Scott 's relationship with his little @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that Scott ’ s good with him , which he appears to be , '' notes Mark .
`` We 've started speaking and are beginning to chat more and more . ''
Katie began dating Scott 18 months ago and the stress of Covid-19 on her marriage to Mark in lockdown and his mental health difficulties has led to the pair 's marriage breaking down .
Scott and Katie are now together as a fully-fledged couple , but she will continue to co-parent her son with his father Mark .
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BEAUTY AND THE BEAST: MARK LABBETT SPLITS FROM WIFE KATIE AFTER SHE WAS CAUGHT CHEATING
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST: MARK LABBETT SPLITS FROM WIFE KATIE AFTER SHE WAS CAUGHT CHEATING
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The Chase star Mark Labbett aka The Beast has split from his wife Katie and is now due to meet her lover Scott in person
The Chase's Mark Labbett to meet wife Katie's boyfriend Scott after split
The Chase star Mark Labbett is set to meet his wife Katie's boyfriend Scott for the first time.
The star, 55, who is known to fans of the ITV quiz show as The Beast, has announced his split from his 28-year-old wife Katie following 18 months of making their marriage open.
Over the last year-and-a-half, Katie has been in a romantic relationship with 30-year-old senior design engineer Scott.
Scott has met Katie and Mark's three-year-old son and appears to have a good relationship with him.
In an interview with The Sun, Katie has discussed how Mark has been speaking with Scott and that she plans on having them meet face-to-face.
Image: Jonathan Hordle/REX/Shutterstock) Jonathan Hordle/REX/Shutterstock)
Katie revealed: "Scott and I are together now, and Mark knows everything.
"They've spoken on the phone and I’m planning on introducing them properly soon."
It will be the first time they have been since Katie and Scott's romantic relationship began.
However, Katie added: "They only met briefly about two years ago."
The 28-year-old outlined her hopes for her new relationship and her hopes for them as a family.
Image: Brett D. Cove/Splash News) Brett D. Cove/Splash News)
"Now I just want to have a normal relationship, no lies," added Katie.
"I want everyone to know what’s what and that we are all happy. I just want Mark to be happy."
Mark and Katie are second cousins and first met over Facebook in 2010 before going on to get together in 2012 and get engaged the following year.
They have a three-year-old son together, but Mark admits some insecurity about Scott's relationship with his little boy.
"My only concern is that Scott’s good with him, which he appears to be," notes Mark.
Image: ITV) ITV)
"We've started speaking and are beginning to chat more and more."
Katie began dating Scott 18 months ago and the stress of Covid-19 on her marriage to Mark in lockdown and his mental health difficulties has led to the pair's marriage breaking down.
Scott and Katie are now together as a fully-fledged couple, but she will continue to co-parent her son with his father Mark.
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