thedailymirror--2020-07-17--Global poor will 'pay the greatest price' as PM axes aid department, MPs warn

The poorest nations will “ pay the greatest price ” for Boris Johnson ’ s decision to merge the department responsible for foreign aid into the Foreign Office , MPs have warned .
The prime minister sparked a wave of anger when he announced plans to axe the Department for International Development in favour of a new “ super department ” last month , a move condemned by three former prime ministers .
Cross-party MPs on the International Development Committee warned the “ impulsive ” merger could damage the UK ’ s status as a superpower and impact poorer countries @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The UK is still legally committed to spending 0.7 % of national income on overseas aid , but Mr Johnson made it clear that cash spent fighting poverty in Africa could now be funnelled into Ukraine and the Western Balkans , where the UK has a strategic interest in battling Russia .
The MPs said : `` It is perplexing that the decision to merge Dfid into the FCO was taken in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic .
`` The decision puts the international response to Covid-19 in jeopardy at a time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It is the world 's poorest and most vulnerable who are likely to pay the greatest price . ''
They urged Mr Johnson to continue to have a minister responsible for aid attend cabinet , along with a committee to scrutinise overseas spending .
Labour ’ s Sarah Champion , who chairs the committee , said it was “ deeply disappointing ” that the Government had failed to recognise the strengths of the department when it made the “ impulsive move ” .
`` Now we are on the brink of this expertise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ damaged beyond repair , ” she said .
`` The fact that there was no consultation , seemingly no evidence as to why this is a good idea , really lets down the communities that UK aid is there to support . ''
Preet Gill , the Shadow International Development Secretary , said the report had published `` more damning evidence '' that the merger was `` done on a whim '' .
`` It was taken with no consultation , no evidence and no plan , but it is not too late @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' she said .
Aid campaigners said the report raised further evidence that the move had been politically motivated amid speculation it came as part of Dominic Cummings ’ war on Whitehall .
Oxfam GB chief executive Danny Sriskandarajah said : `` The committee is right - the demise of Dfid is likely to do real damage to the world 's poorest people and to Britain 's international standing .
`` British people expect our aid to be used for the benefit of those without clean water , medicines or food .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ merger clearly indicate that it was primarily about politics rather than becoming more effective in helping people to escape poverty . ''
Stephanie Draper , chief executive of Bond , the UK network of aid organisations , said : `` Today 's damning report calls into question not only the timing but the entire rationale of the Government 's decision to merge Dfid and the FCO . ''
A Government spokesman said : `` The new Foreign , Commonwealth and Development Office will place our world-class development programmes at the heart of our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ expertise of DFID with the diplomatic reach of the Foreign Office will maximise the impact of our aid budget in helping the very poorest , while making sure we get the very best value for UK taxpayers ' money in a world-leading department . ''

Committee warned that the 'impulsive' merger could damage the UK's superpower status - and hit developing countries already struggling with to cope with the coronavirus pandemic
The poorest nations will “pay the greatest price” for Boris Johnson’s decision to merge the department responsible for foreign aid into the Foreign Office, MPs have warned.
The prime minister sparked a wave of anger when he announced plans to axe the Department for International Development in favour of a new “super department” last month, a move condemned by three former prime ministers.
Cross-party MPs on the International Development Committee warned the “impulsive” merger could damage the UK’s status as a superpower and impact poorer countries already struggling with the coronavirus pandemic.
The UK is still legally committed to spending 0.7% of national income on overseas aid, but Mr Johnson made it clear that cash spent fighting poverty in Africa could now be funnelled into Ukraine and the Western Balkans, where the UK has a strategic interest in battling Russia.
The MPs said: "It is perplexing that the decision to merge Dfid into the FCO was taken in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic.
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"The decision puts the international response to Covid-19 in jeopardy at a time when global cooperation is needed.
"It is the world's poorest and most vulnerable who are likely to pay the greatest price."
They urged Mr Johnson to continue to have a minister responsible for aid attend cabinet, along with a committee to scrutinise overseas spending.
Labour ’s Sarah Champion, who chairs the committee, said it was “deeply disappointing” that the Government had failed to recognise the strengths of the department when it made the “impulsive move”.
"Now we are on the brink of this expertise being lost and our international reputation being damaged beyond repair,” she said.
"The fact that there was no consultation, seemingly no evidence as to why this is a good idea, really lets down the communities that UK aid is there to support."
Preet Gill, the Shadow International Development Secretary, said the report had published "more damning evidence" that the merger was "done on a whim".
"It was taken with no consultation, no evidence and no plan, but it is not too late for him to change his mind," she said.
Aid campaigners said the report raised further evidence that the move had been politically motivated amid speculation it came as part of Dominic Cummings ’ war on Whitehall.
Oxfam GB chief executive Danny Sriskandarajah said: "The committee is right - the demise of Dfid is likely to do real damage to the world's poorest people and to Britain's international standing.
"British people expect our aid to be used for the benefit of those without clean water, medicines or food.
"But the timing and presentation of this merger clearly indicate that it was primarily about politics rather than becoming more effective in helping people to escape poverty."
Stephanie Draper, chief executive of Bond, the UK network of aid organisations, said: "Today's damning report calls into question not only the timing but the entire rationale of the Government's decision to merge Dfid and the FCO."
A Government spokesman said: "The new Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office will place our world-class development programmes at the heart of our foreign policy.
"Combining the development expertise of DFID with the diplomatic reach of the Foreign Office will maximise the impact of our aid budget in helping the very poorest, while making sure we get the very best value for UK taxpayers' money in a world-leading department."


thedailymirror--2020-07-17--Trick to ripen avocados so they are ready to eat in just two minutes

Avocados are delicious when ripe but getting the timing right can prove tricky .
Cut into one too early and it 's rock solid - too late and you 're left facing a mushy brown mess .
A ripe avocado should yield to a gentle squeeze in the palm of your hand to tell you its ready to be eaten , and sometimes darken in colour .
But if you 're fed up of waiting for the perfect moment , it turns out there 's a way to ripen an avocado in just two minutes so they will always be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ripen an avocado in the oven Heating up an avocado in the oven helps to trap ethylene gas , which is produced naturally as it ripens , and speeds up the process , as reported by the Express .
Preheat the oven to 93C ( 200F ) and wrap the avocado in tin foil , placing it in a shallow oven-proof dish .
Put the fruit in the oven for 10 minutes until it softens , and repeat in further 10-minute intervals if necessary .
Once it 's done , place it in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it 's ready to eat .
How to ripen an avocado in the microwave Begin by cutting the avocado in half and removing the pit .
Cover both halves in a plastic wrap and place it in the microwave on a high setting for two minutes .
Once it 's finished , run the wrapped fruit under cold water to stop it cooking and take the heat out .
With the avocados now ripe , one mum previously shared her savvy trick to keep them ready to eat for as long as you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thin slices and lays them on a tray lined with parchment paper before placing it in the freezer .
After one day she throws all the slices in a bag and puts them back in he freezer to use at any point .
Freezing them separately first prevents them from sticking together in the bag .

A handy hack to ripen avocados in a matter of minutes using a microwave or an oven will mean you can always ensure the fruit is ready when you are
Trick to ripen avocados so they are ready to eat in just two minutes
Avocados are delicious when ripe but getting the timing right can prove tricky.
Cut into one too early and it's rock solid - too late and you're left facing a mushy brown mess.
A ripe avocado should yield to a gentle squeeze in the palm of your hand to tell you its ready to be eaten, and sometimes darken in colour.
But if you're fed up of waiting for the perfect moment, it turns out there's a way to ripen an avocado in just two minutes so they will always be ready when you are.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
How to ripen an avocado in the oven
Heating up an avocado in the oven helps to trap ethylene gas, which is produced naturally as it ripens, and speeds up the process, as reported by the Express.
Preheat the oven to 93C (200F) and wrap the avocado in tin foil, placing it in a shallow oven-proof dish.
Put the fruit in the oven for 10 minutes until it softens, and repeat in further 10-minute intervals if necessary.
Once it's done, place it in the fridge to cool it down and it's ready to eat.
Image: Getty) Getty)
How to ripen an avocado in the microwave
Begin by cutting the avocado in half and removing the pit.
Cover both halves in a plastic wrap and place it in the microwave on a high setting for two minutes.
Once it's finished, run the wrapped fruit under cold water to stop it cooking and take the heat out.
With the avocados now ripe, one mum previously shared her savvy trick to keep them ready to eat for as long as you like.
She cuts the avocado into thin slices and lays them on a tray lined with parchment paper before placing it in the freezer.
After one day she throws all the slices in a bag and puts them back in he freezer to use at any point. Freezing them separately first prevents them from sticking together in the bag.


thedailymirror--2020-07-17--Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan knock down mansion to build dream home

Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan are embarking on a mega property project .
The former TOWIE hunk and actress , both 33 , have knocked down their £1.3 million Essex mansion in order to clear the plot of land in order to start building a decadent new home from scratch .
Aerial shots taken from where the property used to stand now show a huge empty space and there are two diggers on site alongside heaps of building materials .
In order to get the clean slate to start the new epic development , the couple employed professionals to demolish @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The driveway has also been dug up and the back yard pond is gone .
It is thought that the genetically-blessed couple submitted plans to the council in February , with MailOnline claiming at the time that drawings sketched by their architect showed that their new build will feature a ground floor bar , gym , TV room , study , outdoor swimming pool and a playroom .
Michelle and reality star-turned-radio staple Mark are said to have brought in over £2.5 million last year , making them one of the richest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ appearances , modelling , radio and the fitness biz , The Sun reports their earnings are through the roof .
It is claimed that since leaving Coronation Street in 2014 , Michelle has been freed up to pursue all sorts of ventures .
This has reportedly brought in £4million in the years since she waved the Cobbles goodbye .
Meanwhile , Rosia Promotions Limited - Michelle 's company - cleared £1.2 million in 2019 and now has £1.7 million of cash in its coffers .
That 's with costs , tax and dividends @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bank ' for the company is said to have risen £584,381 to £1,765,691 in just one year .
Earlier this year , a source told The Sun that Michelle is reaping the rewards of all her hard work .
`` It was a massive decision for her to leave Britain 's most popular show but she knew she could make far more cash away from Coronation Street , '' the insider said .
`` She had to turn down a lot of lucrative deals while she was on Corrie . ''
Do you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in touch with us at webcelebs @ trinitymirror.com or call us direct 0207 29 33033

Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan have demolished their Essex mansion in order to clear the plot of land to start work on their new dream abode
Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan knock down £1.3m mansion to build dream home from scratch
Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan are embarking on a mega property project.
The former TOWIE hunk and actress, both 33, have knocked down their £1.3 million Essex mansion in order to clear the plot of land in order to start building a decadent new home from scratch.
Aerial shots taken from where the property used to stand now show a huge empty space and there are two diggers on site alongside heaps of building materials.
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In order to get the clean slate to start the new epic development, the couple employed professionals to demolish the main house, garages, stables.
The driveway has also been dug up and the back yard pond is gone.
It is thought that the genetically-blessed couple submitted plans to the council in February, with MailOnline claiming at the time that drawings sketched by their architect showed that their new build will feature a ground floor bar, gym, TV room, study, outdoor swimming pool and a playroom.
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Michelle and reality star-turned-radio staple Mark are said to have brought in over £2.5 million last year, making them one of the richest British celeb couples.
Through lucrative TV appearances, modelling, radio and the fitness biz, The Sun reports their earnings are through the roof.
It is claimed that since leaving Coronation Street in 2014, Michelle has been freed up to pursue all sorts of ventures.
This has reportedly brought in £4million in the years since she waved the Cobbles goodbye.
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Meanwhile, Rosia Promotions Limited - Michelle's company - cleared £1.2 million in 2019 and now has £1.7 million of cash in its coffers.
That's with costs, tax and dividends for 2019 removed.
'Cash in the bank' for the company is said to have risen £584,381 to £1,765,691 in just one year.
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Earlier this year, a source told The Sun that Michelle is reaping the rewards of all her hard work.
"It was a massive decision for her to leave Britain's most popular show but she knew she could make far more cash away from Coronation Street," the insider said.
"She had to turn down a lot of lucrative deals while she was on Corrie."
Do you have a story to sell? Get in touch with us at webcelebs@trinitymirror.com or call us direct 0207 29 33033


thedailymirror--2020-07-17--Woman who fell to her death from bridge 'was seeking help after car caught fire'

A woman who plunged to her death from a bridge was desperately seeking help after her car caught fire in the early hours of the morning , police believe .
The 24-year-old - named locally as Azra Kemal - was travelling from London when she fell from a bridge on the A21 .
She died almost two hours later at the roadside despite the efforts of paramedics and the crew of an air ambulance .
Detectives arrested a 31-year-old man , from London , at the scene and he was taken to police cells for questioning about the fatal incident @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they believed that the young woman fell while desperately looking for help after the car she was in caught on fire and the man has been released without charge .
It is believed she may have jumped over railings in darkness - thinking there was a central reservation - and fallen through the void between the two carriageways on the road bridge .
The accident happened on a two span bridge - known as the Medway Viaduct .
It has one bridge for south-bound traffic and a separate second bridge for London-bound traffic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Kemal 's friends are remembering her online today and a tribute is being planned .
A memorial gathering has been organised for 4pm at Priory Park in Haringey , north London .
One friend has posted : `` In the early hours of yesterday morning , our beautiful friend Azra was tragically taken from us .
A spokesman for Kent Police said today : `` Detectives investigating the circumstances around the death of a woman who fell from a bridge on the A21 are satisfied there are no suspicious circumstances and are now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Kent Police was called at 2.34am on July 16 after the woman fell , near an exit for Tonbridge , onto land below .
She was declared deceased at the scene by South East Coast Ambulance Service .
`` The woman , who was aged 24 years and from London , is understood to have fallen while seeking assistance after a car she was travelling in caught alight .
`` A 31-year-old man , from London , who was arrested in connection with the incident has since been released without charge .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ cars for more than three hours following the closure of the A21 is between the A225 Morleys roundabout and A26 Tonbridge bypass while emergency services tended to the scene .

Azra Kemal was travelling from London when she fell from a bridge on the A21. The 24-year-old died almost two hours later at the roadside despite the efforts of paramedics
Woman who fell to her death from bridge 'was seeking help after car caught fire'
A woman who plunged to her death from a bridge was desperately seeking help after her car caught fire in the early hours of the morning, police believe.
The 24-year-old - named locally as Azra Kemal - was travelling from London when she fell from a bridge on the A21.
She died almost two hours later at the roadside despite the efforts of paramedics and the crew of an air ambulance.
Detectives arrested a 31-year-old man, from London, at the scene and he was taken to police cells for questioning about the fatal incident.
However, today detectives said that they believed that the young woman fell while desperately looking for help after the car she was in caught on fire and the man has been released without charge.
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It is believed she may have jumped over railings in darkness - thinking there was a central reservation - and fallen through the void between the two carriageways on the road bridge.
The accident happened on a two span bridge - known as the Medway Viaduct. It has one bridge for south-bound traffic and a separate second bridge for London-bound traffic around 10ft apart.
Many of Miss Kemal's friends are remembering her online today and a tribute is being planned.
A memorial gathering has been organised for 4pm at Priory Park in Haringey, north London.
One friend has posted: "In the early hours of yesterday morning, our beautiful friend Azra was tragically taken from us.
A spokesman for Kent Police said today: "Detectives investigating the circumstances around the death of a woman who fell from a bridge on the A21 are satisfied there are no suspicious circumstances and are now preparing a report for the coroner.
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"Kent Police was called at 2.34am on July 16 after the woman fell, near an exit for Tonbridge, onto land below. She was declared deceased at the scene by South East Coast Ambulance Service.
"The woman, who was aged 24 years and from London, is understood to have fallen while seeking assistance after a car she was travelling in caught alight.
"A 31-year-old man, from London, who was arrested in connection with the incident has since been released without charge."
Drivers were left stranded in their cars for more than three hours following the closure of the A21 is between the A225 Morleys roundabout and A26 Tonbridge bypass while emergency services tended to the scene.


thedailymirror--2020-07-17--Mum's horror as Hermes driver lets himself into home to deliver bloodied parcel

A Hermes delivery driver waltzed into a new mum 's home without knocking and dropped off a parcel stained with bloody prints , a mum claims .
The horrified housewife says she was horrified to find the sullied parcel next to sanitised baby feed bottles .
New mum Ellice Moran called the police after she found the package along with what she believes was a trail of bloodied fingerprints in the kitchen .
The 20-year-old was playing with her newborn baby Grace at her Newcastle home when she heard the back door swing open .
Assuming it was her partner @ @ @ @ @ @ @ she called out for him but got no reply .
After being met with silence , she headed downstairs where to her horror she found an H & M parcel on her kitchen worktop with fresh blood smeared over the packaging .
Ellice said : `` I 've just had my first baby six weeks ago but due to social distancing nobody has really been able to see her so my mum ordered her some dresses from H & M and got them delivered straight here .
`` I was n't expecting the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and I was in the house .
I thought I heard him come back in for something because I heard footsteps around the kitchen and noise from the back door and the back gate .
`` I shouted 'can you get us a drink from the shop ' but I got no response which I thought was weird , I thought I was being ignored .
I went down and he was n't there .
`` I texted him and said 'have you just been in ? '
He replied 'no . '
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the parcel on my kitchen bench sitting there next to my baby 's feed bottles .
`` I was shocked to see that it had blood on it . ''
The panicked mother-of-one began disinfecting the gate and the door of her home in Soulby Court , Newcastle-upon-Tyne .
She left the parcel for her gloved partner to move before she noticed the bloody fingerprints on her cupboard .
`` I had to disinfect the whole kitchen because that 's where I keep my baby 's milk and tea cups .
The cupboard @ @ @ @ @ @ @ keeps his wallet and money .
Luckily it 's just filled with baby Gaviscon at the minute .
`` I think the driver was being an opportunist .
The fact the parcel had blood on it shows that he or she obviously was n't sanitising their hands before handling the parcels because they would have noticed their hand was bleeding because it would have stung .
`` They were n't in longer than a minute but they definitely did linger .
I feel really panicky , I suffer from PTSD and anxiety anyway @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the past and so moving into my first home in January , that was scary for me .
`` I was having panic attacks in the bathroom and could n't go in the shower unless someone else was in the house and then it just so happens the one day I leave the door slightly ajar because it was warm , someone lets themselves in . ''
Both Ellice and her mother attempted to contact H & M and Hermes but to no avail .
`` My mum has n't been able @ @ @ @ @ @ @ while so she ca n't get the tracking order number .
Obviously , she did n't think that something like this was going to happen , she did n't think she 'd need it .
`` I have tried to get into contact with Hermes and you ca n't unless you have a tracking number so we are literally stuck .
`` However , the police are taking a statement from me in case I do notice something is missing and they are taking a swab to figure out who it was as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A spokesman for Hermes telephoned Ellice to suggest that the stain on the package was `` red paint '' and not blood .
In an official statement , they said : `` We launched an urgent investigation after the customer contacted H & M to raise her concerns . ''
A spokesperson for Northumbria Police said : `` We have received a report of a suspicious incident involving a parcel being left on the kitchen bench of a home at an address on Soulby Court , Newcastle .
Officers are investigating the incident @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for further comment .

Newcastle mum Ellice Moran, 20, says she was playing with her newborn baby upstairs at her home when a Hermes driver walked in downstairs and left a 'bloodstained' parcel in her kitchen
A Hermes delivery driver waltzed into a new mum's home without knocking and dropped off a parcel stained with bloody prints, a mum claims.
The horrified housewife says she was horrified to find the sullied parcel next to sanitised baby feed bottles.
New mum Ellice Moran called the police after she found the package along with what she believes was a trail of bloodied fingerprints in the kitchen.
The 20-year-old was playing with her newborn baby Grace at her Newcastle home when she heard the back door swing open.
Assuming it was her partner Lewis on a break from work, she called out for him but got no reply.
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After being met with silence, she headed downstairs where to her horror she found an H&M parcel on her kitchen worktop with fresh blood smeared over the packaging.
Ellice said: "I've just had my first baby six weeks ago but due to social distancing nobody has really been able to see her so my mum ordered her some dresses from H&M and got them delivered straight here.
"I wasn't expecting the delivery. My partner went to work and I was in the house. I thought I heard him come back in for something because I heard footsteps around the kitchen and noise from the back door and the back gate.
"I shouted 'can you get us a drink from the shop' but I got no response which I thought was weird, I thought I was being ignored. I went down and he wasn't there.
"I texted him and said 'have you just been in?' He replied 'no.' "That was when I suddenly spotted the parcel on my kitchen bench sitting there next to my baby's feed bottles.
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"I was shocked to see that it had blood on it."
The panicked mother-of-one began disinfecting the gate and the door of her home in Soulby Court, Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
She left the parcel for her gloved partner to move before she noticed the bloody fingerprints on her cupboard.
"I had to disinfect the whole kitchen because that's where I keep my baby's milk and tea cups. The cupboard where the bloodstain was is where Lewis keeps his wallet and money. Luckily it's just filled with baby Gaviscon at the minute.
Image: HNP Picture Desk/Hyde News & Pictures Ltd) HNP Picture Desk/Hyde News & Pictures Ltd)
"I think the driver was being an opportunist. The fact the parcel had blood on it shows that he or she obviously wasn't sanitising their hands before handling the parcels because they would have noticed their hand was bleeding because it would have stung.
"They weren't in longer than a minute but they definitely did linger. I feel really panicky, I suffer from PTSD and anxiety anyway from not nice things that have happened in the past and so moving into my first home in January, that was scary for me.
"I was having panic attacks in the bathroom and couldn't go in the shower unless someone else was in the house and then it just so happens the one day I leave the door slightly ajar because it was warm, someone lets themselves in."
Both Ellice and her mother attempted to contact H&M and Hermes but to no avail.
"My mum hasn't been able to access her email address for a while so she can't get the tracking order number. Obviously, she didn't think that something like this was going to happen, she didn't think she'd need it.
"I have tried to get into contact with Hermes and you can't unless you have a tracking number so we are literally stuck.
"However, the police are taking a statement from me in case I do notice something is missing and they are taking a swab to figure out who it was as contacting Hermes is near impossible."
A spokesman for Hermes telephoned Ellice to suggest that the stain on the package was "red paint" and not blood.
In an official statement, they said: "We launched an urgent investigation after the customer contacted H&M to raise her concerns."
A spokesperson for Northumbria Police said: "We have received a report of a suspicious incident involving a parcel being left on the kitchen bench of a home at an address on Soulby Court, Newcastle. Officers are investigating the incident."
Mirror Online has approached Hermes for further comment.


thedailymirror--2020-07-18--Chelsea transfer gossip - Man Utd block Dean Henderson move, Kai Havertz latest

After beating Norwich on Tuesday evening , Chelsea have Champions League qualification at their fingertips .
While other clubs have been cautious in the transfer market as they count the cost of the coronavirus crisis , the Blues have already spent big on Timo Werner and Hakim Ziyech .
There ’ s no sign of them slowing down , either , with several other targets on Frank Lampard ’ s shortlist .
Qualifying for the Champions League next season would help them to justify their hefty outlay , given the prize money and television revenue which comes with playing in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ promise of Champions League football would also help them to attract their main targets , not least Kai Havertz .
Here are all the latest transfer rumours coming out of Stamford Bridge .
It has been widely reported that Lampard is looking to replace Kepa Arrizabalaga this summer , with a number of alternative goalkeepers in consideration .
One of those is Dean Henderson , currently on loan at Sheffield United from Manchester United .
Having been pivotal in their promotion from the Championship last season , Henderson has made 37 appearances in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ clean sheets in the Premier League , as Chris Wilder ’ s side have exceeded all expectations .
According to Football Insider , Lampard wants to make Henderson his undisputed No 1 .
Manchester United are blocking the move , however , as they do not want to strengthen a top-four rival .
They have reportedly rejected an approach from Chelsea , though the Blues could still come back in for him .
Having been touted as Chelsea ’ s main rivals in their pursuit of Kai Havertz , Real Madrid appear to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Real are synonymous with their ‘ Galacticos ’ transfer policy , the coronavirus crisis has hit their finances hard .
Speaking to El Transistor , via Goal , after Los Blancos were crowned La Liga champions on Thursday evening , Real Madrid president Florentino Perez said : “ No [ there won ’ t be big signings this summer ] .
“ The situation is really bad .
It ’ s hard to ask the players to take a pay cut to help deal with it and then make signings .
That can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ best again when the situation changes.
” That could leave Chelsea with a clear path to Havertz , though he could still cost them anywhere up to £90million .
Antonio Rudiger ’ s future is up in the air with Chelsea yet to offer him a new contract , according to The Daily Mail .
Rudiger , 27 , has only made 22 appearances in all competitions this term having undergone groin surgery in November .
He has entered the last two years of his contract but , despite rumours that an extension @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no formal discussions have taken place .
Marcos Alonso also faces an uncertain future , with Lampard looking to sign a new left-back .
Ben Chilwell remains the top priority , though the Leicester star will not come cheap .
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The latest transfer gossip from Stamford Bridge as Frank Lampard plans for another Premier League and Champions League assault
After beating Norwich on Tuesday evening, Chelsea have Champions League qualification at their fingertips.
While other clubs have been cautious in the transfer market as they count the cost of the coronavirus crisis, the Blues have already spent big on Timo Werner and Hakim Ziyech.
There’s no sign of them slowing down, either, with several other targets on Frank Lampard’s shortlist.
Qualifying for the Champions League next season would help them to justify their hefty outlay, given the prize money and television revenue which comes with playing in Europe’s premier competition. The promise of Champions League football would also help them to attract their main targets, not least Kai Havertz.
Here are all the latest transfer rumours coming out of Stamford Bridge.
Man Utd block Henderson move
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It has been widely reported that Lampard is looking to replace Kepa Arrizabalaga this summer, with a number of alternative goalkeepers in consideration.
One of those is Dean Henderson, currently on loan at Sheffield United from Manchester United.
Having been pivotal in their promotion from the Championship last season, Henderson has made 37 appearances in all competitions this term and kept 13 clean sheets in the Premier League, as Chris Wilder’s side have exceeded all expectations.
According to Football Insider, Lampard wants to make Henderson his undisputed No 1.
Manchester United are blocking the move, however, as they do not want to strengthen a top-four rival. They have reportedly rejected an approach from Chelsea, though the Blues could still come back in for him.
Real Madrid's 'bad situation' clears path to Havertz
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Having been touted as Chelsea’s main rivals in their pursuit of Kai Havertz, Real Madrid appear to be out of the running.
While Real are synonymous with their ‘Galacticos’ transfer policy, the coronavirus crisis has hit their finances hard.
Speaking to El Transistor, via Goal, after Los Blancos were crowned La Liga champions on Thursday evening, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez said: “No [there won’t be big signings this summer].
“The situation is really bad. It’s hard to ask the players to take a pay cut to help deal with it and then make signings. That can wait.
“Madrid will sign the best again when the situation changes.”
That could leave Chelsea with a clear path to Havertz, though he could still cost them anywhere up to £90million.
Rudiger facing uncertain future
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Antonio Rudiger’s future is up in the air with Chelsea yet to offer him a new contract, according to The Daily Mail.
Rudiger, 27, has only made 22 appearances in all competitions this term having undergone groin surgery in November.
He has entered the last two years of his contract but, despite rumours that an extension was imminent earlier in the season, no formal discussions have taken place.
Marcos Alonso also faces an uncertain future, with Lampard looking to sign a new left-back.
Ben Chilwell remains the top priority, though the Leicester star will not come cheap.
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thedailymirror--2020-07-18--Princess Beatrice 'had to marry in secret because of Prince Andrew's "problems"'

Princess Beatrice married in secret in order to shield her disgraced father Prince Andrew from the public eye , the groom 's cousin has claimed .
Beatrice , 31 , married millionaire property developer Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi , 37 , at All Saints Church on the Windsor estate on Friday morning .
The couple - who postponed their wedding due to the coronavirus pandemic - held an intimate ceremony tying the knot in front of 15 guests rather than the 150 initially invited .
Edoardo 's cousin Dario Mapelli Mozzi , who is once removed , claims the couple may @ @ @ @ @ @ @ criticism .
He said : `` We heard it was postponed to next year but that was clearly to keep it secret .
Maybe they did it now to be sure that the Queen could be there .
“ Or perhaps because of the problems with her father they didn ’ t want to go overboard with publicity in case anyone criticised them.
” Pressure mounted on Andrew , 60 , after Ghislaine Maxwell , his close friend , was arrested .
Maxwell is accused of grooming girls as young as 14 for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 1997 , a period when she was his girlfriend .
She has been charged with six criminal counts , including four related to transporting minors for illegal sexual acts and two for perjury .
The FBI want to speak with Prince Andrew over his friendship with convicted paedophile Epstein , who committed suicide while awaiting trial last year .
However , family friends denied the private ceremony is connected to Prince Andrew ’ s problems over the Jeffrey Epstein scandal .
One friend told the Daily Mail the investigation into Prince Andrew and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ difficult one for the family ’ .
They said : `` Those children have been so devastated by it all , so it was really nice to have this wedding away from the public eye .
`` They were all there and Sarah kept the show on the road .
Very , very few people were given any information about it . ''
The royal family claim the dramatic changes in the wedding were to mirror the new government guidelines on marriage that state only groups of 30 can be present at a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The Palace said in a statement : `` The private wedding ceremony of Princess Beatrice and Mr Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi took place at 11am on Friday 17th July at The Royal Chapel of All Saints at Royal Lodge , Windsor .
`` The small ceremony was attended by The Queen , The Duke of Edinburgh and close family .
`` The wedding took place in accordance with all relevant Government guidelines . ''
The bride and her mother Sarah Ferguson rushed to organise the wedding in two weeks after the government lifted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The scaled down event saw 130 family and friends cut from the event which was to be held at St James ’ s Palace in May .
The big day started with Beatrice walking from her father ’ s home , Royal Lodge , where she stayed the night before , to the church .
Prince Andrew walked his eldest daughter down the aisle .
Beatrice ’ s grandparents , the Queen , 94 , and Duke of Edinburgh , 99 , were the only royals to attend the wedding .
It is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ met with Prince Andrew since before the arrest of Maxwell .
A friend of the bride and groom said the scaled down service was hastily organised to ensure the Queen could attend before travelling to Balmoral Castle in Scotland .
They said : `` A massive wedding was out of the question because of coronavirus .
`` They were obviously very keen for the Queen to come so the wedding had to happen before she goes up to Balmoral so this was a great opportunity .
`` They needed to make the wedding @ @ @ @ @ @ @ what better way than the All Saints Chapel with reception on site at the Royal Lodge .
`` They are just like a normal family and had to make sacrifices like many others have up and down the country and looking forward to having a wonderful celebration when the time is right . ''

Princess Beatrice and fiance Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi got hitched in a scaled down service with 15 guests following public pressure on Prince Andrew over the Jeffrey Epstein scandal
Princess Beatrice 'had to marry in secret because of Prince Andrew's "problems"'
Princess Beatrice married in secret in order to shield her disgraced father Prince Andrew from the public eye, the groom's cousin has claimed.
Beatrice, 31, married millionaire property developer Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, 37, at All Saints Church on the Windsor estate on Friday morning.
The couple - who postponed their wedding due to the coronavirus pandemic - held an intimate ceremony tying the knot in front of 15 guests rather than the 150 initially invited.
Edoardo's cousin Dario Mapelli Mozzi, who is once removed, claims the couple may have slashed the guest list to avoid criticism.
He said: "We heard it was postponed to next year but that was clearly to keep it secret. Maybe they did it now to be sure that the Queen could be there.
“Or perhaps because of the problems with her father they didn’t want to go overboard with publicity in case anyone criticised them.”
Pressure mounted on Andrew, 60, after Ghislaine Maxwell, his close friend, was arrested.
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Maxwell is accused of grooming girls as young as 14 for Jeffrey Epstein to abuse between 1994 and 1997, a period when she was his girlfriend.
She has been charged with six criminal counts, including four related to transporting minors for illegal sexual acts and two for perjury.
The FBI want to speak with Prince Andrew over his friendship with convicted paedophile Epstein, who committed suicide while awaiting trial last year.
However, family friends denied the private ceremony is connected to Prince Andrew’s problems over the Jeffrey Epstein scandal.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
One friend told the Daily Mail the investigation into Prince Andrew and Epstein's friendship had been ‘tremendously difficult one for the family’.
They said: "Those children have been so devastated by it all, so it was really nice to have this wedding away from the public eye.
"They were all there and Sarah kept the show on the road. Very, very few people were given any information about it."
The royal family claim the dramatic changes in the wedding were to mirror the new government guidelines on marriage that state only groups of 30 can be present at a ceremony and social distancing rules must apply.
Image: UK Press via Getty Images) UK Press via Getty Images)
The Palace said in a statement: "The private wedding ceremony of Princess Beatrice and Mr Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi took place at 11am on Friday 17th July at The Royal Chapel of All Saints at Royal Lodge, Windsor.
"The small ceremony was attended by The Queen, The Duke of Edinburgh and close family.
"The wedding took place in accordance with all relevant Government guidelines."
The bride and her mother Sarah Ferguson rushed to organise the wedding in two weeks after the government lifted restrictions at the end of June.
The scaled down event saw 130 family and friends cut from the event which was to be held at St James’s Palace in May.
The big day started with Beatrice walking from her father’s home, Royal Lodge, where she stayed the night before, to the church.
Prince Andrew walked his eldest daughter down the aisle.
Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images) Dave Benett/Getty Images)
Beatrice’s grandparents, the Queen, 94, and Duke of Edinburgh, 99, were the only royals to attend the wedding. It is the first time Queen Elizabeth II has met with Prince Andrew since before the arrest of Maxwell.
A friend of the bride and groom said the scaled down service was hastily organised to ensure the Queen could attend before travelling to Balmoral Castle in Scotland.
They said: "A massive wedding was out of the question because of coronavirus.
"They were obviously very keen for the Queen to come so the wedding had to happen before she goes up to Balmoral so this was a great opportunity.
"They needed to make the wedding Covid-secure and safe for the Queen so what better way than the All Saints Chapel with reception on site at the Royal Lodge.
"They are just like a normal family and had to make sacrifices like many others have up and down the country and looking forward to having a wonderful celebration when the time is right."


thedailymirror--2020-07-18--Nick Cannon's career troubles intensify following antisemitism and race storm

Nick Cannon ’ s career has taken another dent after his debut talk show got pulled from TV schedules in the wake of his antisemitism and race storm .
The 39-year-old sparked outrage in the past week when he released a podcast episode that featured antisemitic conspiracy theories and also provoked anger over views of white people .
Nick was ditched by ViacomCBS who aired his TV show , Nick Cannon Presents : Wild ' N Out , on MTV – meaning the star was ultimately fired from his own show – in light of his comments about the Jewish @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Debmar-Mercury have taken the decision to postpone airing Nick ’ s television talk show that was due to begin in September .
A spokesperson for Debmar-Mercury told PageSix : “ The ‘ Nick Cannon ’ talk show will not debut this year .
“ After conversations with Nick , we do believe that his public comments don ’ t reflect his true feelings and his apology is heartfelt and sincere .
“ We want to continue the healing process as he meets with leaders of the Jewish community and engages in a dialogue @ @ @ @ @ @ @ views.
” The company went on to suggest the show will begin airing next year instead .
They said : “ We are standing by Nick in our hope that by fall 2021 he will be able to use his extraordinary talent and platform to entertain , enlighten and unite his audience on the ‘ Nick Cannon ’ talk show .
“ Lionsgate and Debmar-Mercury condemn anti-Semitism , racism and hate speech .
It runs counter to everything we stand for.
” On Tuesday , Nick was fired from his MTV job when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ comments about Jewish people – and his initial refusal to apologise .
A spokesperson for Viacom told TMZ : “ ViacomCBS condemns bigotry of any kind and we categorically denounce all forms of anti-Semitism .
`` We have spoken with Nick Cannon about an episode of his podcast ‘ Cannon ’ s Class ’ on YouTube , which promoted hateful speech and spread anti-Semitic conspiracy theories .
“ While we support ongoing education and dialogue in the fight against bigotry , we are deeply troubled that Nick has failed to acknowledge or apologize @ @ @ @ @ @ @ terminating our relationship with him . ''
Nick ’ s comments included : `` You can ’ t be anti-Semitic when we are the Semitic people.
” He went on to say : “ When we are the same people who they want to be .
That ’ s our birthright .
We are the true Hebrews.
” The star later apologised via Twitter , writing : “ I extend my deepest and most sincere apologies to my Jewish sisters and brothers for the hurtful and divisive words that came out of my @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
”

Nick cannon says that people who dont have melanin are 'a little less'
Nick cannon says that people who dont have melanin are 'a little less'
Plans for the American TV host to have his own televised talk show have been put on hold following a backlash against the star over comments he made about the Jewish community
Nick Cannon’s career has taken another dent after his debut talk show got pulled from TV schedules in the wake of his antisemitism and race storm.
The 39-year-old sparked outrage in the past week when he released a podcast episode that featured antisemitic conspiracy theories and also provoked anger over views of white people.
Nick was ditched by ViacomCBS who aired his TV show, Nick Cannon Presents: Wild 'N Out, on MTV – meaning the star was ultimately fired from his own show – in light of his comments about the Jewish community.
Now Lionsgate and producers and Debmar-Mercury have taken the decision to postpone airing Nick’s television talk show that was due to begin in September.
Image: WireImage) WireImage)
A spokesperson for Debmar-Mercury told PageSix: “The ‘Nick Cannon’ talk show will not debut this year.
“After conversations with Nick, we do believe that his public comments don’t reflect his true feelings and his apology is heartfelt and sincere.
“We want to continue the healing process as he meets with leaders of the Jewish community and engages in a dialogue with our distribution partners to hear their views.”
The company went on to suggest the show will begin airing next year instead.
Image: FOX Image Collection via Getty Images) FOX Image Collection via Getty Images)
They said: “We are standing by Nick in our hope that by fall 2021 he will be able to use his extraordinary talent and platform to entertain, enlighten and unite his audience on the ‘Nick Cannon’ talk show.
“Lionsgate and Debmar-Mercury condemn anti-Semitism, racism and hate speech. It runs counter to everything we stand for.”
On Tuesday, Nick was fired from his MTV job when VicaomCBS cut ties with him following his comments about Jewish people – and his initial refusal to apologise.
A spokesperson for Viacom told TMZ: “ViacomCBS condemns bigotry of any kind and we categorically denounce all forms of anti-Semitism.
"We have spoken with Nick Cannon about an episode of his podcast ‘Cannon’s Class’ on YouTube, which promoted hateful speech and spread anti-Semitic conspiracy theories.
“While we support ongoing education and dialogue in the fight against bigotry, we are deeply troubled that Nick has failed to acknowledge or apologize for perpetuating anti-Semitism, and we are terminating our relationship with him."
Nick’s comments included: "You can’t be anti-Semitic when we are the Semitic people.”
He went on to say: “When we are the same people who they want to be. That’s our birthright. We are the true Hebrews.”
The star later apologised via Twitter, writing: “I extend my deepest and most sincere apologies to my Jewish sisters and brothers for the hurtful and divisive words that came out of my mouth during my interview with Richard Griffin.”


thedailymirror--2020-07-18--Man Utd star Odion Ighalo desperate to make amends for FA Cup heartbreak

Odion Ighalo is desperate to make up for his FA Cup semi-final heartbreak with Watford in 2016 .
Ighalo was crushed when Watford lost 2-1 to Crystal Palace , missing out on the chance to face Manchester United in the final .
Now the 31-year-old striker , on loan at United until January , has a chance to erase that disappointment by making the final with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's side .
“ It was a difficult one to take against Crystal Palace , ” said Ighalo ahead of Sunday 's semi-final against Chelsea .
“ If we ’ d @ @ @ @ @ @ @ played United in the final .
Unfortunately , we lost .
“ It was a bitter one to take but this is an opportunity again in an FA Cup semi-final to make it right and go forward to the final .
“ To get to the final would be great for me in my life and my career .
Ighalo , speaking to United 's official website , added : “ Now I have the opportunity to get to the final with the club I ’ ve supported all my life .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It will be tough , but we have what it takes.
” United can still do a silverware double this season , with Solskjaer 's side in the last 16 of the Europa League as well as the FA Cup semis .
And club legend Bryan Robson says his former club must win a trophy to prove they are a major force once again .
The ex-United skipper said : “ In my last couple of years at the club , when we won the first Premier League , then the double the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ each other and think 'Nah , we 'll not get beat today ' .
“ That 's how you get that confidence and belief in each other to go on and win things .
“ I think United are getting close to that , but what they have to do is win something to get that belief that they can really challenge Liverpool and Manchester City next season . ''
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Ighalo missed out on playing against Manchester United in the 2016 final, but now has the chance to make the showpiece with the club he has supported all his life
Odion Ighalo is desperate to make up for his FA Cup semi-final heartbreak with Watford in 2016.
Ighalo was crushed when Watford lost 2-1 to Crystal Palace, missing out on the chance to face Manchester United in the final.
Now the 31-year-old striker, on loan at United until January, has a chance to erase that disappointment by making the final with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side.
“It was a difficult one to take against Crystal Palace,” said Ighalo ahead of Sunday's semi-final against Chelsea.
“If we’d have won, we’d have played United in the final. Unfortunately, we lost.
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“It was a bitter one to take but this is an opportunity again in an FA Cup semi-final to make it right and go forward to the final.
“To get to the final would be great for me in my life and my career.
Ighalo, speaking to United's official website, added: “Now I have the opportunity to get to the final with the club I’ve supported all my life.
“It would make my dreams perfect. It will be tough, but we have what it takes.”
Image: AFP/Getty Images) AFP/Getty Images)
United can still do a silverware double this season, with Solskjaer's side in the last 16 of the Europa League as well as the FA Cup semis.
And club legend Bryan Robson says his former club must win a trophy to prove they are a major force once again.
The ex-United skipper said: “In my last couple of years at the club, when we won the first Premier League, then the double the next season, we'd look at each other and think 'Nah, we'll not get beat today'.
“That's how you get that confidence and belief in each other to go on and win things.
“I think United are getting close to that, but what they have to do is win something to get that belief that they can really challenge Liverpool and Manchester City next season."
For the full interview with Ighalo head to www.manutd.com
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thedailymirror--2020-07-18--Man left with knife sticking out of his head after savage street brawl

This shocking footage shows a man calmly climbing into an ambulance with a knife sticking out of his head .
The remarkable scene was caught on camera in the Chinese city of Chongqing just moments after the man was reportedly stabbed in a brawl .
A haunting picture shows the handle of the folding blade up against the back of his head as he lies in hospital .
Doctors later shaved his head and safely removed the weapon in an operation on July 13 , with the patient now recovering in hospital , the Chongqing Morning Post reports .
A @ @ @ @ @ @ @ man is doing fine .
He suffered an open fracture , but he was already very lucid yesterday ( 12 July ) . ''
Chinese media originally reported that the knife had been accidentally thrown at his head , however police later said it was the result of a fight .
It comes just weeks after at least 39 children and staff were injured in a knife attack at a primary school in China .
According to reports , a security guard was suspected of carrying out the attack and was arrested at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ last month at the Wangfu Town Central Primary School and many of the children were pre-schoolers , reports the South China Morning Post .
State broadcaster CCTV reported three people were seriously injured in the incident- the headteacher , another security guard and a student .
People could be seen distressed and bloodied as they left the scene .
Video from the scene showed a man being led away in handcuffs by officers .
Chinese media clips showed medics tending to children wearing bandages on their heads and bodies following the attack .

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MAN LEFT WITH KNIFE STUCK IN HIS HEAD AFTER SAVAGE STREET BRAWL
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WARNING DISTRESSING IMAGES A man was filmed walking around with a knife in his head after being stabbed in a brawl in the Chinese city of Chongqing, although doctors have now safely removed the blade
Man left with knife sticking out of his head after savage street brawl
This shocking footage shows a man calmly climbing into an ambulance with a knife sticking out of his head.
The remarkable scene was caught on camera in the Chinese city of Chongqing just moments after the man was reportedly stabbed in a brawl.
A haunting picture shows the handle of the folding blade up against the back of his head as he lies in hospital.
Doctors later shaved his head and safely removed the weapon in an operation on July 13, with the patient now recovering in hospital, the Chongqing Morning Post reports.
A hospital spokesman said: "The young man is doing fine. He suffered an open fracture, but he was already very lucid yesterday (12 July)."
Chinese media originally reported that the knife had been accidentally thrown at his head, however police later said it was the result of a fight.
It comes just weeks after at least 39 children and staff were injured in a knife attack at a primary school in China.
According to reports, a security guard was suspected of carrying out the attack and was arrested at the scene.
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The incident took place last month at the Wangfu Town Central Primary School and many of the children were pre-schoolers, reports the South China Morning Post.
State broadcaster CCTV reported three people were seriously injured in the incident- the headteacher, another security guard and a student.
People could be seen distressed and bloodied as they left the scene.
Video from the scene showed a man being led away in handcuffs by officers.
Chinese media clips showed medics tending to children wearing bandages on their heads and bodies following the attack.


thedailymirror--2020-07-18--Guardiola 'laughs out loud' at David Luiz criticism ahead of FA Cup semi-final

Pep Guardiola has defended David Luiz , with the Manchester City boss admitting he 'laughed out loud ' at recent criticism of the Arsenal defender .
FA Cup holders City face the Gunners in the semi-final of the competition at Wembley on Saturday .
The last time the sides met , Luiz was at fault for the opening goal and then gave away a penalty and got himself sent off as City thrashed Mikel Arteta 's side 3-0 at the Etihad last month .
The centre-back 's calamitous mistakes drew widespread criticism , with many observers pointing out that his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ contract was due to end this summer .
But since then , Arteta has shown faith in Luiz by handing him a new one-year contract , while the 33-year-old has played every minute of Arsenal 's last five games - three of which were victories .
But City manager Guardiola is not surprised by Luiz 's resurgence , describing the Brazilian as having `` an incredible mentality '' .
“ I have an incredible respect for him and for what he has done in his career , '' Guardiola said of Luiz in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is an exceptional player and has an incredible mentality and especially personality .
“ I laugh out loud when I hear the pundits .
A lot of them were defenders and they believe they didn ’ t make one mistake in their career even though they played for 15 or 20 years .
“ I like that Luiz still plays football and I ’ m pretty sure he ’ s going to make a lot of good actions , some more mistakes as that ’ s part of the game .
`` But @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ ve a lot of respect for him.
” City play Arsenal on Saturday night , with Manchester United facing Chelsea in the other semi-final on Sunday .
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Luiz was slammed for his mistakes in Arsenal's 3-0 defeat to Manchester City last month, but Guardiola said the centre-back will be a big player in Saturday's semi-final
Pep Guardiola has defended David Luiz, with the Manchester City boss admitting he 'laughed out loud' at recent criticism of the Arsenal defender.
FA Cup holders City face the Gunners in the semi-final of the competition at Wembley on Saturday.
The last time the sides met, Luiz was at fault for the opening goal and then gave away a penalty and got himself sent off as City thrashed Mikel Arteta's side 3-0 at the Etihad last month.
The centre-back's calamitous mistakes drew widespread criticism, with many observers pointing out that his Emirates career could be over as his contract was due to end this summer.
But since then, Arteta has shown faith in Luiz by handing him a new one-year contract, while the 33-year-old has played every minute of Arsenal's last five games - three of which were victories.
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But City manager Guardiola is not surprised by Luiz's resurgence, describing the Brazilian as having "an incredible mentality".
“I have an incredible respect for him and for what he has done in his career," Guardiola said of Luiz in his pre-match press conference.
“He is an exceptional player and has an incredible mentality and especially personality.
“I laugh out loud when I hear the pundits. A lot of them were defenders and they believe they didn’t make one mistake in their career even though they played for 15 or 20 years.
Image: Action Images via Reuters) Action Images via Reuters)
“I like that Luiz still plays football and I’m pretty sure he’s going to make a lot of good actions, some more mistakes as that’s part of the game.
"But he does it with dignity. I’ve a lot of respect for him.”
City play Arsenal on Saturday night, with Manchester United facing Chelsea in the other semi-final on Sunday.
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thedailymirror--2020-07-18--Max George shares marriage and family plans for him and girlfriend Stacey Giggs

Max George has revealed he intends to ask girlfriend Stacey Giggs to be his wife following two years of blissful dating .
The 31-year-old boy band member reckons the former Mrs Ryan Giggs is “ the one ” and has shared his hopes to marry her and expand their family .
Stacey , 41 , was married to football legend Ryan for ten years between 2007 and 2017 – with the marriage ending after the love rat sportsman cheated on Stacey with his own brother ’ s wife .
Max and Stacey embarked on a romance after being introduced by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with the singer moving in with Stacey and her two kids – daughter Liberty , 17 , and son Zachary , 13 – soon after .
Now Max – who was a member of chart topping boy band The Wanted – has revealed he plans to get down on one knee to propose to his lover .
He told The Sun : “ I ’ ve always said I ’ ve wanted kids but never committed to it in my own head but I think Stacey ’ s the one .
“ We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at some point , that would be amazing .
Obviously there are no guarantees but I ’ m sure we both feel the same way.
” Asked when he plans to tie-the-knot with the dark haired beauty , Max said : “ She ’ d have to say yes first , we seem to be getting on all right.
” Max went on to describe Stacey as “ the strongest person I ’ ve ever met ” and is in awe of her ability to deal with the disgraceful way her ex-husband treated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also gushed about bonding with her children after moving in with her and his two ‘ stepchildren ’ .
Max said : We ’ re really close ; we were close from day one .
With me moving in with Stacey — because that was her family home — and the kids , you become such a tight unit .
We are getting closer every day.
” Max was a member of The Wanted alongside bandmates Siva Kaneswaran , Jay McGuiness , Tom Parker and Nathan Sykes .
The group were formed in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2014 – but Max has teased a reunion may be on the cards .

STACEY GIGGS SET TO GET £10K COMP AFTER HAVING DESIGNER ITEMS STOLEN FROM HER HOTEL ROOM
STACEY GIGGS SET TO GET £10K COMP AFTER HAVING DESIGNER ITEMS STOLEN FROM HER HOTEL ROOM
The former member of The Wanted has been dating Stacey for two years and hopes to make her his wife after falling for her and bonding with her children - who she shares with ex-husband Ryan Giggs
Max George has revealed he intends to ask girlfriend Stacey Giggs to be his wife following two years of blissful dating.
The 31-year-old boy band member reckons the former Mrs Ryan Giggs is “the one” and has shared his hopes to marry her and expand their family.
Stacey, 41, was married to football legend Ryan for ten years between 2007 and 2017 – with the marriage ending after the love rat sportsman cheated on Stacey with his own brother’s wife.
Max and Stacey embarked on a romance after being introduced by mutual friends in Manchester in 2018, with the singer moving in with Stacey and her two kids – daughter Liberty, 17, and son Zachary, 13 – soon after.
Image: Max George/Instagram) Max George/Instagram)
Now Max – who was a member of chart topping boy band The Wanted – has revealed he plans to get down on one knee to propose to his lover.
He told The Sun: “I’ve always said I’ve wanted kids but never committed to it in my own head but I think Stacey’s the one.
“We would love to add to the family at some point, that would be amazing. Obviously there are no guarantees but I’m sure we both feel the same way.”
Image: Max George/Instagram) Max George/Instagram)
Asked when he plans to tie-the-knot with the dark haired beauty, Max said: “She’d have to say yes first, we seem to be getting on all right.”
Max went on to describe Stacey as “the strongest person I’ve ever met” and is in awe of her ability to deal with the disgraceful way her ex-husband treated her by cheating on her.
He also gushed about bonding with her children after moving in with her and his two ‘stepchildren’.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Max said: We’re really close; we were close from day one. With me moving in with Stacey — because that was her family home — and the kids, you become such a tight unit. We are getting closer every day.”
Max was a member of The Wanted alongside bandmates Siva Kaneswaran, Jay McGuiness, Tom Parker and Nathan Sykes.
The group were formed in 2009 and went on indefinite hiatus in 2014 – but Max has teased a reunion may be on the cards.


thedailymirror--2020-07-17--Man Utd 'close to agreeing deal' with Dortmund over Jadon Sancho transfer

Manchester United are reportedly close to a deal to sign £100million-rated Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's side have been widely considered the favourites to land England winger Sancho , who has had another impressive season with 20 goals and 20 assists in all competitions .
The 20-year-old fits United 's transfer profile of a young , up-and-coming talent who can help build a bright future for the club , as Solskjaer bids to recapture the glory days of his own playing career at Old Trafford .
Sancho is believed to be keen on a move @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be seen whether he will sign for Solskjaer 's side if they fail to qualify for next season 's Champions League .
But one of the main stumbling blocks to any potential deal was thought to be the price , with reports having emerged recently that the Red Devils were not prepared to pay more than £50m in light of the financial impact of coronavirus .
Dortmund value their player at £100m-plus , so the two sides appeared far apart in their stances .
However , the clubs are now close to agreeing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ opens on July 27 , according to The Sun .
The publication also claims that Jesse Lingard is on his way out of United , with both AC and Inter Milan interested in the midfielder .
Meanwhile , United legend Gary Neville has told his former teammate Solskjaer that as well as Sancho , he must also sign a new centre-back and centre forward , while a goalkeeper and left-back may be needed .
Asked who United need to sign in the transfer window , Neville told Webby and O ’ Neill : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for David De Gea , a right winger and a centre-forward , in my opinion .
`` It ’ s not to replace Martial , it ’ s to challenge Martial .
It means Greenwood doesn ’ t have to play right wing all the time .
`` I think do think the club need a winger who can play both sides , personally .
I think they need a centre-forward .
`` In 1999 we had Sheringham , Cole and Solskjaer in the building .
Sir Alex Ferguson signed Dwight Yorke to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to play with them .
Not to replace them . ''
Neville added : `` We definitely need a top centre-half alongside Harry Maguire , in my opinion .
We need a centre-forward , a right winger , you could argue left-back .
`` But I think to me , centre-forward , right wing and centre-back are priorities . ''
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The price tag was believed to be one of the major obstacles to Sancho returning to England, but United and Dortmund are now reportedly nearing an agreement
Manchester United are reportedly close to a deal to sign £100million-rated Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side have been widely considered the favourites to land England winger Sancho, who has had another impressive season with 20 goals and 20 assists in all competitions.
The 20-year-old fits United's transfer profile of a young, up-and-coming talent who can help build a bright future for the club, as Solskjaer bids to recapture the glory days of his own playing career at Old Trafford.
Sancho is believed to be keen on a move to United - although it remains to be seen whether he will sign for Solskjaer's side if they fail to qualify for next season's Champions League.
But one of the main stumbling blocks to any potential deal was thought to be the price, with reports having emerged recently that the Red Devils were not prepared to pay more than £50m in light of the financial impact of coronavirus.
Image: DPA/PA Images) DPA/PA Images)
Dortmund value their player at £100m-plus, so the two sides appeared far apart in their stances.
However, the clubs are now close to agreeing a deal for when the transfer window opens on July 27, according to The Sun.
The publication also claims that Jesse Lingard is on his way out of United, with both AC and Inter Milan interested in the midfielder.
Meanwhile, United legend Gary Neville has told his former teammate Solskjaer that as well as Sancho, he must also sign a new centre-back and centre forward, while a goalkeeper and left-back may be needed.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Asked who United need to sign in the transfer window,Neville told Webby and O’Neill : "Definitely a centre-back, a challenger for David De Gea, a right winger and a centre-forward, in my opinion.
"It’s not to replace Martial, it’s to challenge Martial. It means Greenwood doesn’t have to play right wing all the time.
"I think do think the club need a winger who can play both sides, personally. I think they need a centre-forward.
"In 1999 we had Sheringham, Cole and Solskjaer in the building. Sir Alex Ferguson signed Dwight Yorke to challenge them, to complement them, to play with them. Not to replace them."
Neville added: "We definitely need a top centre-half alongside Harry Maguire, in my opinion. We need a centre-forward, a right winger, you could argue left-back.
"But I think to me, centre-forward, right wing and centre-back are priorities."
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thedailymirror--2020-07-17--Dan Osborne argues he cheated on wife Jacqueline Jossa because of his TOWIE fame

Dan Osborne has come up with an eyebrow raising excuse for cheating on his wife , Jacqueline Jossa , claiming his reality show success made him do it .
The 29-year-old love rat was a star on The Only Way Is Essex between 2013 and 2015 – before being kicked off the show amid allegations of abusive behaviour aimed towards his ex-girlfriend Megan Tomlin .
While in 2018 , Dan starred in series 22 of CelebrityBig Brother – the last ever series of the iconic reality show .
The reality star married 27-year-old soap actress Jacqueline in 2017 and together @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ella and two-year-old Mia .
However , the marriage was repeatedly dogged with rumours that Dan has been unfaithful , with allegations he locked lips with former Love Island contestants Gabby Allen and Alexandra Cane , among others – allegations Dan strenuously denied .
On Friday , Dan broke the news that he had been unfaithful to his wife in the past – but claimed she had forgiven him .
Curiously , Dan appeared to blame his success from TOWIE and CBB as the reason for cheating on Jacqueline .
He told The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ past I ’ ve denied things when they ’ re not true , then when something has been true , I probably just kept my mouth shut .
I was a different person .
“ It seems a cliché to say , but I was a young lad and on TV and stuff .
“ I ’ m not saying you get big headed , but you get dug out for things anyway and then you ’ re feeling s**t in yourself .
`` And then you get a bit of attention ... @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so you go out and get p****d instead of working on fixing things.
” He went on to declare he wanted to “ take responsibility ” for his actions and branded his past behaviour as “ crap ” .
Earlier this year , Jacqueline caused headlines when she moved out of her marital home .
There was speculation she was leaving her husband after years of rumours he had cheated on her .
However , the former EastEnders star moved back in with her reality star partner after just a couple of weeks @

JAC JOSSA SHARES TOPLESS VID OF DAN OSBOURNE AS HE ADMITS HE DID CHEAT
JAC JOSSA SHARES TOPLESS VID OF DAN OSBOURNE AS HE ADMITS HE DID CHEAT
Dan starred on ITV's The Only Way Is Essex between 2013 and 2015 – and left the show under a cloud of controversy – before featuring on Five's Celebrity Big Brother in 2018
Dan Osborne argues he cheated on wife Jacqueline Jossa because of his TOWIE fame
Dan Osborne has come up with an eyebrow raising excuse for cheating on his wife, Jacqueline Jossa, claiming his reality show success made him do it.
The 29-year-old love rat was a star on The Only Way Is Essex between 2013 and 2015 – before being kicked off the show amid allegations of abusive behaviour aimed towards his ex-girlfriend Megan Tomlin.
While in 2018, Dan starred in series 22 of Celebrity Big Brother – the last ever series of the iconic reality show.
The reality star married 27-year-old soap actress Jacqueline in 2017 and together the couple have two daughters – five-year-old Ella and two-year-old Mia.
Image: Dan Osborne/Instagram) Dan Osborne/Instagram)
However, the marriage was repeatedly dogged with rumours that Dan has been unfaithful, with allegations he locked lips with former Love Island contestants Gabby Allen and Alexandra Cane, among others – allegations Dan strenuously denied.
On Friday, Dan broke the news that he had been unfaithful to his wife in the past – but claimed she had forgiven him.
Curiously, Dan appeared to blame his success from TOWIE and CBB as the reason for cheating on Jacqueline.
Image: Rex) Rex) Image: Channel 5) Channel 5)
He told The Sun: “I know in the past I’ve denied things when they’re not true, then when something has been true, I probably just kept my mouth shut. I was a different person.
“It seems a cliché to say, but I was a young lad and on TV and stuff.
“I’m not saying you get big headed, but you get dug out for things anyway and then you’re feeling s**t in yourself.
"And then you get a bit of attention... then things are bad at home, so you go out and get p****d instead of working on fixing things.”
He went on to declare he wanted to “take responsibility” for his actions and branded his past behaviour as “crap”.
Image: Instagram) Instagram) Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Earlier this year, Jacqueline caused headlines when she moved out of her marital home.
There was speculation she was leaving her husband after years of rumours he had cheated on her.
However, the former EastEnders star moved back in with her reality star partner after just a couple of weeks.


thedailymirror--2020-07-17--Love Island star Laura Anderson left bleeding after being mugged in Barcelona

Love Island star Laura Anderson and her bodybuilder boyfriend Tom Brazier have been mugged while on holiday together in Spain .
The 31-year-old Scottish beauty and her hunky , muscular boyfriend were on a post lockdown getaway in Barcelona but found themselves targeted by thugs on their first night out .
Laura shared her ordeal with fans by taking to social media to reveal she had been left bleeding following a confrontation with a thief .
The reality star – who featured on Love Island in 2018 – also warned her fans and followers to be vigilant while out celebrating @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Instagram .
She warned : `` Hey guys so obviously , you know I am in Barcelona but last night was really horrible .
“ Me and Tom went for dinner then decided to walk a little bit , try get a photo and basically got mugged .
`` Nothing like this has ever happened to me before even when I worked for Emirates , travelling myself and stuff and Tom is pretty big .
`` You know when you 've just got a gut feeling ?
These two guys were just watching @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Tom and he was like 'it 's fine it 's fine ' .
`` Then we hailed a cab to come home and Tom opened the door for me and was like in you go and I was like no it 's fine I 'll go round the other side which I 'm glad I did and when Tom went to get in the car the guy came out of no where and like pushed him and then I think Tom pushed him because he was coming at him trying to get his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ went on to explain that instinct took over and she dashed to defend her boyfriend .
She said : `` So I just ran round the back of the cab and was like ' F*** off ! '
and whacked him on the shoulder with my phone which he could have taken and they scuffled off and it was just horrible and Tom was like get back in the car and we drove off .
`` I did n't know where his friend was , I did n't know if he was gon @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he had any weapons , you just do n't know - just for a watch ! ''
She added : `` So I just wanted to say if anyone goes to Barcelona or anywhere in Europe , the pickpockets are just rife but to be actually physically -Tom does n't think he was attacked because he 's very brave but the guy did attack him and yeah and I think we both reacted pretty well and it was fine . ''
Laura later shared a photo of her bloodied hand on Instagram , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her scuffle with the mugger .
Finding a light side to the incident and her injury , she joked : “ Just realised my wee cut from last night .
Call me Rambo .
”

The reality star and her boyfriend Tom Brazier were ambushed by attackers who tried to steal their belongings as they got into a taxi while on holiday in the Spanish city
Love Island star Laura Anderson and her bodybuilder boyfriend Tom Brazier have been mugged while on holiday together in Spain.
The 31-year-old Scottish beauty and her hunky, muscular boyfriend were on a post lockdown getaway in Barcelona but found themselves targeted by thugs on their first night out.
Laura shared her ordeal with fans by taking to social media to reveal she had been left bleeding following a confrontation with a thief.
The reality star – who featured on Love Island in 2018 – also warned her fans and followers to be vigilant while out celebrating abroad as she posted a message on Instagram.
Image: INSTAGRAM) INSTAGRAM)
She warned: "Hey guys so obviously, you know I am in Barcelona but last night was really horrible.
“Me and Tom went for dinner then decided to walk a little bit, try get a photo and basically got mugged.
"Nothing like this has ever happened to me before even when I worked for Emirates, travelling myself and stuff and Tom is pretty big.
"You know when you've just got a gut feeling? These two guys were just watching us and then I kept saying to Tom and he was like 'it's fine it's fine'.
Image: INSTAGRAM) INSTAGRAM)
"Then we hailed a cab to come home and Tom opened the door for me and was like in you go and I was like no it's fine I'll go round the other side which I'm glad I did and when Tom went to get in the car the guy came out of no where and like pushed him and then I think Tom pushed him because he was coming at him trying to get his watch off his arm."
Laura went on to explain that instinct took over and she dashed to defend her boyfriend.
She said: "So I just ran round the back of the cab and was like 'F*** off!' and whacked him on the shoulder with my phone which he could have taken and they scuffled off and it was just horrible and Tom was like get back in the car and we drove off.
"I didn't know where his friend was, I didn't know if he was gonna come from behind me or if he had any weapons, you just don't know - just for a watch!"
Image: INSTAGRAM) INSTAGRAM)
She added: "So I just wanted to say if anyone goes to Barcelona or anywhere in Europe, the pickpockets are just rife but to be actually physically -Tom doesn't think he was attacked because he's very brave but the guy did attack him and yeah and I think we both reacted pretty well and it was fine."
Laura later shared a photo of her bloodied hand on Instagram, showing a cut on her knuckle from her scuffle with the mugger.
Finding a light side to the incident and her injury, she joked: “Just realised my wee cut from last night. Call me Rambo.”


thedailymirror--2020-07-17--Girl racks up £300 bill playing Roblox on mum's mobile as homework reward

An eight-year-old girl racked up a £300 bill playing Roblox on her mum ' mobile phone .
Lisa Hickman was horrified when her bill came through after allowing daughter to play the game as a treat after doing well in her homework while being cooped up because of the pandemic .
When the part-time school lunchtime supervisor checked with phone provider 3 , they told her it was for items purchased while Willow was playing games on Roblox - the online games platform loved by millions of kids .
Now Lisa , of Peterchurch , Herefordshire , who ca n't @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , is having to cut back after the phone company took £124.48 in June and will take the rest this month .
`` It 's outrageous as I would never have allowed Willow to play on it if I had n't thought it was free , '' Lisa said .
`` I feel like I 've been tricked .
`` There 's nothing that makes it clear that you could end up paying for your child to play on it or that they could make purchases inside the games .
`` I did @ @ @ @ @ @ @ details and so why would I ever think that I would be charged on my phone bill ?
It 's disgraceful and must be happening to hundreds of other unsuspecting parents too . ''
Lisa , who usually pays £25 a month on her mobile contract , allowed Willow to play the game on her mobile in May .
`` She saw it advertised and it looked really creative , and she said : 'Can I play it , Mummy ? '
I checked that it looked safe and because she 's been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lockdown I said she could .
`` She would play two or three times a day .
I did n't think anything was wrong until my phone bill came in six weeks later and I saw it was huge .
I queried it straight away and my mobile company said it was from purchasing made in Roblox .
`` I asked Willow if she had bought anything while playing it and she insists that she has n't so it does n't make any sense .
`` Obviously that is a lot of money @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and ca n't work at the moment as the school is closed so I 'm on universal credit as a single mum .
`` I will have to cut right back and Willow wo n't be getting any treats , toys or other games for a long time as I pay back the money . ''
Lisa says she discovered the games platform was on her Google Play , which provides movies and books as well as games and allows purchases , but they have refused to refund her money .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it was costing me a fortune and I had no idea , ' she says . '
I 'd like to warn others about this game - and possibly others - that children could be downloading on their parents ' accounts without them realising how much it is costing .
`` I found out and was shocked by the amount but I 'm grateful I discovered to so quickly otherwise it could have run into thousands of pounds .
I ca n't punish Willow because she 's just as innocent as I am @ @ @ @ @ @ @ money .
`` But she 's the one who will be suffering now as I do n't have any money to treat her going forward . ''
An investigation by Roblox - who have now promised to make a full refund to Lisa - discovered Willow had been using Robux - Roblox in-app 'currency ' - to buy things for her game avatars , obviously not realising that this was being billed to her mother 's account .
A Roblox spokesperson said : `` We strive to prevent unauthorized purchases and work directly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ possible , as we did in this case as soon as we had the necessary information to do so .
`` Parents who notice unauthorized charges should contact our Customer Service following our instructions .
We also encourage parents to review their payment settings on third-party services , such as Google Play , as they typically have an option to require a password for each purchase made and/or to prevent any information from being saved in browser settings that could allow them to be reused . ''
A spokesman for Google said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a family-friendly experience so we 've developed tools to help parents prevent accidental or unwanted purchases .
`` If you 're a parent , we suggest setting up Family Link .
This gives you the ability to set various types of permissions per person in the family .
`` For example , you can use password protection so that a password needs to be entered each time a purchase is made , including for in-app purchases billed by Google Play , like buying coins in games . ''

mirrornews@mirror.co.uk (Karen Pasquali Jones)

Lisa Hickman was horrified when her bill came through after allowing daughter to play the game as a treat after doing well in her homework while being cooped up because of the pandemic
An eight-year-old girl racked up a £300 bill playing Roblox on her mum' mobile phone.
Lisa Hickman was horrified when her bill came through after allowing daughter to play the game as a treat after doing well in her homework while being cooped up because of the pandemic.
When the part-time school lunchtime supervisor checked with phone provider 3, they told her it was for items purchased while Willow was playing games on Roblox - the online games platform loved by millions of kids.
Now Lisa, of Peterchurch, Herefordshire, who can't return to work until her school reopens, is having to cut back after the phone company took £124.48 in June and will take the rest this month.
"It's outrageous as I would never have allowed Willow to play on it if I hadn't thought it was free," Lisa said. "I feel like I've been tricked.
Image: Triangle News) Triangle News)
"There's nothing that makes it clear that you could end up paying for your child to play on it or that they could make purchases inside the games.
"I didn't have to give my credit card details and so why would I ever think that I would be charged on my phone bill? It's disgraceful and must be happening to hundreds of other unsuspecting parents too."
Lisa, who usually pays £25 a month on her mobile contract, allowed Willow to play the game on her mobile in May.
"She saw it advertised and it looked really creative, and she said: 'Can I play it, Mummy?' I checked that it looked safe and because she's been working so hard with her work during lockdown I said she could.
"She would play two or three times a day. I didn't think anything was wrong until my phone bill came in six weeks later and I saw it was huge. I queried it straight away and my mobile company said it was from purchasing made in Roblox.
Image: Triangle News) Triangle News)
"I asked Willow if she had bought anything while playing it and she insists that she hasn't so it doesn't make any sense.
"Obviously that is a lot of money to me. I work part time, and can't work at the moment as the school is closed so I'm on universal credit as a single mum.
"I will have to cut right back and Willow won't be getting any treats, toys or other games for a long time as I pay back the money."
Lisa says she discovered the games platform was on her Google Play, which provides movies and books as well as games and allows purchases, but they have refused to refund her money.
"It looked like a normal game but it was costing me a fortune and I had no idea,' she says. 'I'd like to warn others about this game - and possibly others - that children could be downloading on their parents' accounts without them realising how much it is costing.
"I found out and was shocked by the amount but I'm grateful I discovered to so quickly otherwise it could have run into thousands of pounds. I can't punish Willow because she's just as innocent as I am. She didn't know it cost money.
Image: Triangle News) Triangle News)
"But she's the one who will be suffering now as I don't have any money to treat her going forward."
An investigation by Roblox - who have now promised to make a full refund to Lisa - discovered Willow had been using Robux - Roblox in-app 'currency' - to buy things for her game avatars, obviously not realising that this was being billed to her mother's account.
A Roblox spokesperson said: "We strive to prevent unauthorized purchases and work directly with parents to provide appropriate refunds whenever possible, as we did in this case as soon as we had the necessary information to do so.
"Parents who notice unauthorized charges should contact our Customer Service following our instructions. We also encourage parents to review their payment settings on third-party services, such as Google Play, as they typically have an option to require a password for each purchase made and/or to prevent any information from being saved in browser settings that could allow them to be reused."
Image: Triangle News) Triangle News)
A spokesman for Google said: "We want Google Play to offer a family-friendly experience so we've developed tools to help parents prevent accidental or unwanted purchases.
"If you're a parent, we suggest setting up Family Link. This gives you the ability to set various types of permissions per person in the family.
"For example, you can use password protection so that a password needs to be entered each time a purchase is made, including for in-app purchases billed by Google Play, like buying coins in games."


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thedailymirror--2020-07-17--ADVERTORIAL: Paddy Power expert reveals who to back in the big races to win big

Great Example ( 9/1 ) has a lot of things going for him in Saturday ’ s feature John Smith ’ s Cup at York ( 2.30pm ) at a current juicy price .
After landing his novice and a small handicap at Nottingham a year ago , he was upped in grade in some bigger handicaps at Goodwood and Newbury , on each occasion only finding one rival too powerful and indicating that there ’ s a big one to be scooped with this lad .
The first of those two contests was won by Le Don De Vie @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in both the Duke Of Edinburgh Stakes at Royal Ascot and the Old Newton Cup at Haydock , while Newbury scorer Caradoc was fourth in a Listed race on his next outing .
The merit of those performances has not been lost on the handicapper , who has raised Great Example 4lb in the weights , but canny Suffolk sorcerer Saeed bin Suroor has negated that by booking in-form pilot Cieren Fallon who claims 3lb .
The extraordinary talents of the young rider were exhibited in no uncertain terms when he took last @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and his mount is well named as he doesn ’ t drink or smoke and is totally focussed on being an athlete and a jockey .
A victory for Great Example on the Knavesmire won ’ t assist in telling us if he stays further than an extended 10 furlongs , a similar distance to that which he ’ s prevailed over twice before , but if he ’ s staying on well at the finish , connections will surely have to consider the Ebor at the same venue next month .
At @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( 5/1 ) is not getting any younger , but on his day he ’ s more than capable of mixing it at the highest level over six furlongs and he can go well in Saturday ’ s Group 3 Hackwood Stakes ( 4pm ) at Newbury .
The fancy could only muster seventh of 10 behind Hello Youmzain in the Diamond Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot , but he was only beaten four and a half lengths and it wasn ’ t a bad effort considering he ’ d not been seen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ outings before that he ’ d only been denied by half a length by Hello Youmzain in the top-class Betfair Sprint Cup at Haydock , a race that he had won the previous year , and if he were to reproduce that form or even get close to it , he ’ ll be entering the winner ’ s enclosure before presumably another tilt at the Haydock event .
A ligament injury means that Alpha Delphini ( 6/1 ) has been absent for well over a year , but a 230-day break didn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the mighty Battaash last time in last year ’ s Temple Stakes and he can make a winning reappearance in the City Walls Stakes ( 3.05pm ) at York .
This race is , of course , run over the track and distance of the Nunthorpe Stakes , which the selection smashed and grabbed in 2018 and his current odds of 25-1 for this year ’ s renewal will collapse if he exhibits his blistering speed

Follow this advice for the weekend's biggest races and you could be a winner
Great Example (9/1) has a lot of things going for him in Saturday’s feature John Smith’s Cup at York (2.30pm) at a current juicy price.
After landing his novice and a small handicap at Nottingham a year ago, he was upped in grade in some bigger handicaps at Goodwood and Newbury, on each occasion only finding one rival too powerful and indicating that there’s a big one to be scooped with this lad.
The first of those two contests was won by Le Don De Vie, who franked the form with fourths in both the Duke Of Edinburgh Stakes at Royal Ascot and the Old Newton Cup at Haydock, while Newbury scorer Caradoc was fourth in a Listed race on his next outing.
The merit of those performances has not been lost on the handicapper, who has raised Great Example 4lb in the weights, but canny Suffolk sorcerer Saeed bin Suroor has negated that by booking in-form pilot Cieren Fallon who claims 3lb.
The extraordinary talents of the young rider were exhibited in no uncertain terms when he took last weekend’s July Cup on Oxted and his mount is well named as he doesn’t drink or smoke and is totally focussed on being an athlete and a jockey.
A victory for Great Example on the Knavesmire won’t assist in telling us if he stays further than an extended 10 furlongs, a similar distance to that which he’s prevailed over twice before, but if he’s staying on well at the finish, connections will surely have to consider the Ebor at the same venue next month.
At eight years of age The Tin Man (5/1) is not getting any younger, but on his day he’s more than capable of mixing it at the highest level over six furlongs and he can go well in Saturday’s Group 3 Hackwood Stakes (4pm) at Newbury.
The fancy could only muster seventh of 10 behind Hello Youmzain in the Diamond Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot, but he was only beaten four and a half lengths and it wasn’t a bad effort considering he’d not been seen in public for 245 days.
Two outings before that he’d only been denied by half a length by Hello Youmzain in the top-class Betfair Sprint Cup at Haydock, a race that he had won the previous year, and if he were to reproduce that form or even get close to it, he’ll be entering the winner’s enclosure before presumably another tilt at the Haydock event.
A ligament injury means that Alpha Delphini (6/1) has been absent for well over a year, but a 230-day break didn’t stop him finishing second to the mighty Battaash last time in last year’s Temple Stakes and he can make a winning reappearance in the City Walls Stakes (3.05pm) at York.
This race is, of course, run over the track and distance of the Nunthorpe Stakes, which the selection smashed and grabbed in 2018 and his current odds of 25-1 for this year’s renewal will collapse if he exhibits his blistering speed