birminghammail--2020-07-29--CCTV of footballer's death shows killers stalk him before chilling assault

CCTV of the moments before football star Jordan Sinnott was killed on a night out has been released by police .
The Matlock Town FC midfielder died in January after suffering a fracture skull and brain damage when he was attacked on a night out .
The 25-year-old was stalked by two killers down a street before being attacked , being left with a fractured skull and brain damage .
The chilling incident took place in the centre of Retford , Nottinghamshire , on January 25 .
Kai Denovan , 22 , `` flew immediately into a rage '' after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' .
A `` honey trap comment '' saw Denovan tell Sinnott he was a `` good-looking lad '' who would have no trouble `` pulling girls '' .
But when he referred to himself as `` fat and ginger '' and Sinnott agreed , Denovan was alleged to have flown into a rage .
Denovan has been found guilty of manslaughter following the trial at Nottingham Crown Court , while his co-defendant Cameron Matthews , 21 , pleaded guilty to manslaughter at an earlier hearing after admitting it was he who had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Nicholson , has also admitted affray in connection with the same incident .
Sinnott was walking towards The Vine pub with two friends when the attack took place .
Detective Chief Inspector Rob Routledge , who led the investigation , said : `` Jordan was a talented and loved young man who had many promising years ahead of him .
`` Matthews ' and Denovan 's actions in the early hours of 25 January cruelly took that future away from Jordan and changed his family 's lives forever .
`` The response to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he meant to those who knew him .
`` I have been astounded by the courage , strength and integrity of Jordan 's family and friends throughout .
They have inspired us all during many the long hours of this large and complex investigation .
`` Nottinghamshire Police was tireless in conducting this large and complex investigation , and we were determined to hold Matthews and Denovan responsible for their actions .
`` This meticulous work , including speaking to dozens of witnesses and trawling through hours of CCTV , has led to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Life will never be the same for Jordan 's family , but I hope they will get some comfort from justice being served . ''

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CCTV of the moments before football star Jordan Sinnott was killed on a night out has been released by police.
The Matlock Town FC midfielder died in January after suffering a fracture skull and brain damage when he was attacked on a night out.
The 25-year-old was stalked by two killers down a street before being attacked, being left with a fractured skull and brain damage.
The chilling incident took place in the centre of Retford, Nottinghamshire, on January 25.
Kai Denovan, 22, "flew immediately into a rage" after Sinnott joined in with "self-deprecating humour".
A "honey trap comment" saw Denovan tell Sinnott he was a "good-looking lad" who would have no trouble "pulling girls".
But when he referred to himself as "fat and ginger" and Sinnott agreed, Denovan was alleged to have flown into a rage.
Denovan has been found guilty of manslaughter following the trial at Nottingham Crown Court, while his co-defendant Cameron Matthews, 21, pleaded guilty to manslaughter at an earlier hearing after admitting it was he who had administered the fatal punch.
22-year-old Sean Nicholson, has also admitted affray in connection with the same incident.
Sinnott was walking towards The Vine pub with two friends when the attack took place.
Detective Chief Inspector Rob Routledge, who led the investigation, said: "Jordan was a talented and loved young man who had many promising years ahead of him.
"Matthews' and Denovan's actions in the early hours of 25 January cruelly took that future away from Jordan and changed his family's lives forever.
"The response to Jordan's death showed just how much he meant to those who knew him.
"I have been astounded by the courage, strength and integrity of Jordan's family and friends throughout. They have inspired us all during many the long hours of this large and complex investigation.
"Nottinghamshire Police was tireless in conducting this large and complex investigation, and we were determined to hold Matthews and Denovan responsible for their actions.
"This meticulous work, including speaking to dozens of witnesses and trawling through hours of CCTV, has led to them being brought to justice.
"Life will never be the same for Jordan's family, but I hope they will get some comfort from justice being served."


birminghammail--2020-07-29--Sandwell lockdown warning as cases rise ten-fold

Sandwell is facing lockdown if coronavirus cases continue to surge - with postive tests running at almost ten times the rate of last month .
The borough 's public health boss warned people to avoid social gatherings during Eid to help avoid restrictions being reintroduced .
Ninety people have tested positive in the last seven days and Dr Lisa McNally , Sandwell 's director of public health , said the next few weeks were crucial .
`` Cases are rising rapidly and if that continues , then of course Sandwell could be subject to a lockdown , '' she told @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was `` impossible to say '' how close the borough was to following in the footsteps of Leicester , adding : `` It depends what happens to the infection rate .
`` We have had 90 cases in the last week - that 's approaching ten times the rate we saw in June , when rates were very low .
`` If it continues to rise at that rate over the next two to three weeks , we will be looking at a full lockdown .
`` It is the Government that decides @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a local lockdown - and rates would have to go higher , but not much higher .
It 's a serious situation . ''
Dr McNally urged people to do their bit to stem the spread of the virus and appealed to the Muslim community to avoid social gatherings during this week 's Eid celebrations .
She continued : `` We know we have Eid coming up this week and we have been saying to the the Muslim community it is crucial that people do n't visit each other 's homes and come @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the sort of thing that could trigger a large outbreak .
`` Over the next few weeks we need people to avoid social gatherings as it 's much more likely than it was that if people come together as a group - extended family for example - then one of those people could be infected . ''
Anyone who displays symptoms of coronavirus should arrange to get tested immediately by visiting www.gov.uk/coronavirus or calling 119 .
Anyone who tests positive for Covid-19 will be contacted by NHS Test and Trace and will need @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who have been recent close contacts .

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Sandwell is facing lockdown if coronavirus cases continue to surge - with postive tests running at almost ten times the rate of last month.
The borough's public health boss warned people to avoid social gatherings during Eid to help avoid restrictions being reintroduced.
Ninety people have tested positive in the last seven days and Dr Lisa McNally, Sandwell's director of public health, said the next few weeks were crucial.
"Cases are rising rapidly and if that continues, then of course Sandwell could be subject to a lockdown," she told Black Country Live.
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She said it was "impossible to say" how close the borough was to following in the footsteps of Leicester, adding: "It depends what happens to the infection rate.
"We have had 90 cases in the last week - that's approaching ten times the rate we saw in June, when rates were very low.
"If it continues to rise at that rate over the next two to three weeks, we will be looking at a full lockdown.
"It is the Government that decides we have reached a level that requires a local lockdown - and rates would have to go higher, but not much higher. It's a serious situation."
Dr McNally urged people to do their bit to stem the spread of the virus and appealed to the Muslim community to avoid social gatherings during this week's Eid celebrations.
She continued: "We know we have Eid coming up this week and we have been saying to the the Muslim community it is crucial that people don't visit each other's homes and come together in social gatherings because that's the sort of thing that could trigger a large outbreak.
"Over the next few weeks we need people to avoid social gatherings as it's much more likely than it was that if people come together as a group - extended family for example - then one of those people could be infected."
Anyone who displays symptoms of coronavirus should arrange to get tested immediately by visiting www.gov.uk/coronavirus or calling 119.
Anyone who tests positive for Covid-19 will be contacted by NHS Test and Trace and will need to isolate and share information about people who have been recent close contacts.


birminghammail--2020-07-29--Blues readying transfer offer for Wolves midfielder - reports

Birmingham City , and tenants Coventry City , have been named among a cluster of clubs who have been credited with an interest in Wolves youngster Owen Otasowie .
The American , 19 , made his debut for Wanderers ’ first team in December , when he replaced Leander Dendoncker for the final 17 minutes of Wolves ’ 4-0 hammering of Besiktas in the Europa League .
Otasowie has been at Molineux since 2017 , when he arrived from Mass Elite academy , and in that time he ’ s featured for Wolves ’ U23s side , in their Football @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He can play in both defence and midfield , though his preferred position is the latter .
The USA youth international is ready for a loan move so that he can source senior football on a more regular basis , and a host of EFL clubs have been linked .
Blues , Coventry and Luton are among those sides , reports the Telegraph , while Otasowie has attracted interest from Spain and Belgium , too .
Peterborough were named as a potential destination , but Posh owner Darragh MacAnthony played down such @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ sporting director Kevin Thelwell said : “ Over the past months , I think it is clear to see that Owen has the potential to be a very good player and we have been pleased with his recent attitude and application .
“ He ’ s a player who has recognized the importance of being professional , working hard , and with all the technical ability and physical potential he has , it ’ s now starting to come to fruition .
“ We hope Owen can maintain his recent progress to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that will challenge for first-team football both now and in the future.
” Otasowie penned a new deal at Molineux in January .

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Birmingham City, and tenants Coventry City, have been named among a cluster of clubs who have been credited with an interest in Wolves youngster Owen Otasowie.
The American, 19, made his debut for Wanderers’ first team in December, when he replaced Leander Dendoncker for the final 17 minutes of Wolves’ 4-0 hammering of Besiktas in the Europa League.
Otasowie has been at Molineux since 2017, when he arrived from Mass Elite academy, and in that time he’s featured for Wolves’ U23s side, in their Football League Trophy campaign earlier in the season.
He can play in both defence and midfield, though his preferred position is the latter.
The USA youth international is ready for a loan move so that he can source senior football on a more regular basis, and a host of EFL clubs have been linked.
Blues, Coventry and Luton are among those sides, reports the Telegraph, while Otasowie has attracted interest from Spain and Belgium, too.
Peterborough were named as a potential destination, but Posh owner Darragh MacAnthony played down such links.
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Back in January, Wolves’ sporting director Kevin Thelwell said: “Over the past months, I think it is clear to see that Owen has the potential to be a very good player and we have been pleased with his recent attitude and application.
“He’s a player who has recognized the importance of being professional, working hard, and with all the technical ability and physical potential he has, it’s now starting to come to fruition.
“We hope Owen can maintain his recent progress to continue to grow into another academy graduate that will challenge for first-team football both now and in the future.”
Otasowie penned a new deal at Molineux in January.


birminghammail--2020-07-29--Drinkers urged to take test after covid outbreak linked to pub

Regulars at a Midland pub have been urged to take a coronavirus test after an outbreak linked to customers .
Staffordshire County Council confirmed a number of people who drank in the Crown and Anchor pub in Station Road , Stone , had tested positive for the deadly bug .
In a post on Facebook , Staffordshire Police warned : `` Important information for people who visited the Crown and Anchor pub in Stone between 16 – 18 July .
`` We are aware a number of people have tested positive for COVID-19 who visited this venue . ''
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ guidance outlined below from Staffordshire County Council regarding booking a test for coronavirus if you were at this venue , or have been in close contact with someone who was there . ''
The warning covers anyone who used the pub between July 16 and 18 , along with anyone who may have been in close contact with someone who went to the pub on that weekend .
People who may have been drinking in Stone on those days and are experiencing Covid-19 systems were also being urged to take a test .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s director for public health said : `` As part of our outbreak control duties , we are dealing with an outbreak at the Crown and Anchor pub in Stone .
It is important that anyone drinking or working in the pub on that weekend gets tested as soon as possible , which is why we ’ ve organised for a mobile testing unit to be in the town all day tomorrow and Friday .
`` We also want people who have been in close contact with anyone drinking in the pub @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , as well as people who were out and about in the town and are experiencing Covid-19 symptoms—namely a high temperature , new persistent cough or loss of taste and smell .
It is also crucial that people self-isolate if they are told to do so .
`` By getting tested , this gives us important information on the full extent of any outbreak , and allows us to put measures in place if needed to help prevent the spread of infection .
`` We ’ re doing everything we can to prevent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Residents can help by continuing to follow the rules to stop the spread of Covid-19—washing hands regularly , keeping your distance , and wearing face coverings in shops and on public transport . ''

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Regulars at a Midland pub have been urged to take a coronavirus test after an outbreak linked to customers.
Staffordshire County Council confirmed a number of people who drank in the Crown and Anchor pub in Station Road, Stone, had tested positive for the deadly bug.
In a post on Facebook, Staffordshire Police warned: " Important information for people who visited the Crown and Anchor pub in Stone between 16 – 18 July.
"We are aware a number of people have tested positive for COVID-19 who visited this venue."
The statement added: "Please read the guidance outlined below from Staffordshire County Council regarding booking a test for coronavirus if you were at this venue, or have been in close contact with someone who was there."
The warning covers anyone who used the pub between July 16 and 18, along with anyone who may have been in close contact with someone who went to the pub on that weekend.
People who may have been drinking in Stone on those days and are experiencing Covid-19 systems were also being urged to take a test.
Dr Richard Harling, Staffordshire County Council’s director for public health said: "As part of our outbreak control duties, we are dealing with an outbreak at the Crown and Anchor pub in Stone. It is important that anyone drinking or working in the pub on that weekend gets tested as soon as possible, which is why we’ve organised for a mobile testing unit to be in the town all day tomorrow and Friday.
"We also want people who have been in close contact with anyone drinking in the pub on that weekend to get themselves tested, as well as people who were out and about in the town and are experiencing Covid-19 symptoms—namely a high temperature, new persistent cough or loss of taste and smell. It is also crucial that people self-isolate if they are told to do so.
"By getting tested, this gives us important information on the full extent of any outbreak, and allows us to put measures in place if needed to help prevent the spread of infection.
"We’re doing everything we can to prevent outbreaks and stop the virus from spreading. Residents can help by continuing to follow the rules to stop the spread of Covid-19—washing hands regularly, keeping your distance, and wearing face coverings in shops and on public transport."


birminghammail--2020-07-29--Government ready to add more countries to quarantine list 'straight away'

The UK is poised to add more countries to quarantine list `` straight away '' , according to a senior minister .
A government official told Sky News this morning more countries will follow Spain in being added to the quarantine travel list .
The UK Foreign Office updated its travel advice for Spain this weekend , telling holidaymakers they face 14-day quarantines on return .
The body is warning against all but essential travel to Spain and its territories - including holiday hotspots like the Canary Islands and Balearic islands .
Ibiza , Tenerife and Lanzarote are impacted , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ holiday destinations which are massively popular with Brummies .
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden today confirmed more countries will be added to its quarantine list `` straight away '' if coronavirus runs `` out of control '' in them .
`` It would be foolhardy of the government not to those impose restrictions if we think there is a risk and we will impose those restrictions as soon as we think the risk has materialised , '' he said .
`` We can not risk importing it again from other countries where incidences are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a very risky moment with this pandemic , '' he said .
`` It 's rising around the world and it may be the case we have to impose quarantine measures to stop the virus spreading .
`` So long as you 're aware of that risk and comfortable with that risk , go ahead and take your break . ''
He added : `` If we know that risk is there we will impose those restrictions straight away . ''
There is `` no viable alternative to the 14-day quarantine '' , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ told BBC Radio 4 's Today programme : `` If we could avoid imposing quarantine in a way that it was safe to do so , of course , we would do that - that is why we keep it under review . ''
He added : `` We are not at the point where there is a viable alternative to the 14-day quarantine .
`` There is a real risk here - the virus is spreading around the world , it 's rising rapidly around the world .
`` We need to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the UK - which have been very difficult - to keep this virus under control , do not go to waste because we allow cases to come in from elsewhere . ''

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The UK is poised to add more countries to quarantine list "straight away", according to a senior minister.
A government official told Sky News this morning more countries will follow Spain in being added to the quarantine travel list.
The UK Foreign Office updated its travel advice for Spain this weekend, telling holidaymakers they face 14-day quarantines on return.
The body is warning against all but essential travel to Spain and its territories - including holiday hotspots like the Canary Islands and Balearic islands.
Ibiza, Tenerife and Lanzarote are impacted, as are Menorca, Majorca and other holiday destinations which are massively popular with Brummies.
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden today confirmed more countries will be added to its quarantine list "straight away" if coronavirus runs "out of control" in them.
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"It would be foolhardy of the government not to those impose restrictions if we think there is a risk and we will impose those restrictions as soon as we think the risk has materialised," he said.
"We cannot risk importing it again from other countries where incidences are rising."
"We are at a very risky moment with this pandemic," he said.
"It's rising around the world and it may be the case we have to impose quarantine measures to stop the virus spreading."So long as you're aware of that risk and comfortable with that risk, go ahead and take your break."
He added: "If we know that risk is there we will impose those restrictions straight away."
There is "no viable alternative to the 14-day quarantine", Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden said.
He told BBC Radio 4's Today programme: "If we could avoid imposing quarantine in a way that it was safe to do so, of course, we would do that - that is why we keep it under review."
He added: "We are not at the point where there is a viable alternative to the 14-day quarantine.
"There is a real risk here - the virus is spreading around the world, it's rising rapidly around the world.
"We need to ensure that the measures we've taken in the UK - which have been very difficult - to keep this virus under control, do not go to waste because we allow cases to come in from elsewhere."


birminghammail--2020-07-29--Everything said about Jack Grealish & Man United transfer interest

Aston Villa captain and survival saviour Jack Grealish continues to be linked with a move away from Villa Park this summer - despite the club 's owners unwilling to sell .
Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens have reportedly slapped an £80 million price tag on Villa 's star asset after the 24-year-old fired Villa to safety on the final day against West Ham .
Manchester United are the rumoured destination while Manchester City , Liverpool and now Arsenal have been credited with an interest in the Solihull star .
Sign up for our Villa newsletter with your email in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or click here Grealish impressed all season long upon his and Villa 's return to the Premier League , scoring eight goals and registering six assists .
Rumours about his future at Villa continue to swirl - and here 's everything that has been said so far ... Head coach Dean Smith spoke about Grealish 's future just moments after he guided Villa to safety .
After the West Ham heroics , the pair headed off for the team 's survival party at The Belfry - and here 's what Smith said .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ with me , that 's what happens now .
Then , tomorrow , I 'll sit down with the owners and the chief exec . ''
When asked if Villa can keep hold of their star player , Smith added : `` No idea .
Like I said , I 'll get drunk with him .
I 'm certainly hopeful .
He 's contracted for another three or four years .
`` I 've said many times before , we 've got billionaire owners and , for clubs to get the best players @ @ @ @ @ @ @ money .
`` He 's an Aston Villa fan and he 'll be immensely proud he scored the goal today because he managed to keep us in the Premier League . ''
Grealish 'not sure at the moment' Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish was asked about his future in the wake of the club 's important 1-0 win over Arsenal in the Premier League .
The attacking midfielder has been continually linked with Manchester United and his future was naturally a talking point post-match last week after what could have potentially been his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about whether it was his final game at Villa Park afterwards , Grealish told Sky Sports : `` I 'm not sure to be honest at the moment .
I have one aim and that 's to keep the club in the Premier League .
That 's all I 'm thinking about at the moment and it 's all I can think of . ''
Manchester United are now reportedly reluctant to complete a deal for Jack Grealish not just because of Aston Villa 's asking price .
Grealish has been heavily linked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the summer transfer window .
His future continues to take centre stage now that Villa have secured their Premier League safety .
Villa are set to demand a huge fee for Grealish which could deter potential suitors , but United are said to have other reasons for potentially cooling their interest .
According to Sky Sports , there are 'doubts ' about where he would fit into United 's starting XI .
Arsenal have reportedly shown an interest in signing Jack Grealish from Aston Villa , although a move to the Emirates looks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ linked with a move this summer , having helped his boyhood club secure their Premier League safety .
Solhekol says Grealish is undecided about his future , while Villa want to keep him and would not sell him for less than £80m – he also says Arsenal ’ s interest has not been followed up .
He said : `` Jack Grealish is undecided about his future .
Aston Villa want to keep him and would not sell him for less than £80m .
Arsenal are one of the clubs who registered an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was not followed up . ''
A big ask to keep Grealish - Hendrie Former Aston Villa midfielder Lee Hendrie believes it will be `` a big ask '' for his old club to keep Jack Grealish if substantial offers are made for him .
`` It would be huge - he 's come on so much , he 's the captain of the team and there 's no doubt he is one of the best players around at this current time , '' Hendrie told Sky Sports .
`` To keep hold @ @ @ @ @ @ @ list for Villa .
It 's now about keeping your top players and building around them but when other clubs are interested and big fees are being mentioned , it 's hard .
`` There 's speculation surrounding him going to Manchester United and it 's going to be a big ask for them to keep him . ''
And he added : `` When you come through the system at a club you become part of the furniture but when you get the chance to play in Europe you expose yourself to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ n't speak badly of him if he did leave because players want to further their careers .
Jack has been immense for Villa and if his decision is to leave the club I feel ca n't judge him in any way . ''
Speaking to Stretty News , Barnett said : “ Absolutely no deal has been done with anybody .
“ I don ’ t think they ’ re [ Aston Villa ] looking at the Championship themselves , they believe that hopefully they ’ ll get out of the trouble they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it , he ’ s fighting hard , as hard as he can to stop that .
That ’ s all that is on his mind at the moment .
“ He ’ s not interested in anything else other than fighting to get Aston Villa out of any trouble.
” Villa to 'demand £80m ' regardless of relegation outcome Villa will reportedly demand upwards of £80m for Jack Grealish .
According to the Mirror , Villa ’ s strong financial position means they will be in no hurry to sell and will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ England hopeful .
According to the report , Man Utd have already done their background checks on the 24-year-old ahead of a move that would be close to their club-record fee should it happen .
Conor Hourihane previously said Grealish is 'too good ' for Villa 's current team and backed his teammate to earn a move away from Villa Park .
`` He 's top , top class .
In terms of pure ability and sheer skill and technique level he 's easily the best player I 've played with to date @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's podcast .
`` He 's developed over the three years I 've been here - he 's taken his game to a new level - especially this year in the Premier League .
`` He 's taken it by storm really .
You know , England team and getting that big move is only a matter of time because , if I 'm being brutally honest , he 's too good for our team at Aston Villa . ''
How Purslow has responded to claims Villa chief executive Christian Purslow , back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by the Daily Mail : `` We can say no .
We do have a number of wonderful players .
It 's a big compliment that we have brilliant players that attract the attention of lots of clubs around Europe .
`` I 'm absolutely proud to say these boys love playing for Aston Villa and we are a club these days who do n't have to worry about selling our assets to survive .
We are in a different situation now .
`` We have a team of very young players with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that is the most important thing for the financial and footballing health of a club - that you have players that are assets , who are improving all the time and whose values are improving .
`` That gives you the flexibility summer to summer to look at those players and sometimes sell players and then go again .
`` We , like every club in the Premier League , may have to do that in future but the important thing is to have a collection of really valuable assets and we do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Dion Dublin has told United to go for Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane over Grealish or Borussia Dortmund 's Jadon Sancho .
`` I think United still need a 25-goal man up front , '' Dublin told Premier League Productions via the Daily Express .
`` I would go to Spurs and say , 'here 's £150m , give us Kane ' or 'there 's £200m , give us Kane ' . ''
When pressed on whether a move for Kane is more important than Grealish or Sancho , Dublin said : `` @ @ @ @ @ @

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Aston Villa and Manchester City have begun negotiations over a move to the Etihad Stadium for Jack Grealish.
Villa have already offered Grealish a new contract and want to keep hold of their player.
Grealish has been heavily linked with a move away from Villa over the past 18 months with Manchester United credited with an interest last summer.
Now City want to make Grealish one of their major arrivals this summer with Tottenham Hotspur captain Harry Kane also a target.
Here's the latest on Grealish and City's interest...
Man City submit £100m bid
Manchester City have made a £100million offer for Villa captain Grealish in a bid to make the England international the most expensive player in Premier League history.
Grealish is a priority target for the Premier League champions this summer and talks between the two clubs began earlier this week.
Villa want to keep hold of Grealish and have offered the skipper a new long-term contract to remain at the club less than a year after he signed his current deal.
But the Telegraph are reporting that City are now hopeful of signing the 25-year-old after making a formal approach to Villa.
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Villa's contract hope
Villa have remained insistent that Grealish is not for sale and are eager to tie him down to a new contract.
Villa had previously been confident he would agree to remain at Villa Park by signing a new deal under a year on from when his last extension.
BirminghamLive's Ashley Preece reports: "The Grealish camp is split over his next move, with the player himself unsure on what to do; stay and lead Villa's 'ambitious project' he believed in just 10 months ago or, on the contrary, join Pep Guardiola, hero Kevin De Bruyne and some of his Three Lions pals to realise his dream of winning titles and Champions Leagues.
"A contact close to Grealish did inform BirminghamLive earlier this summer that the owners, Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens, had a plan to move Villa forward once again, either with their Solihull star or without."
According to the Daily Star, Villa are poised to offer the playmaker a £200,000-a-week deal to lead Smith’s side into the new season.
Owners Sawiris and Edens have reportedly personally sanctioned the £10m-a-year terms as they look to continue to build the team around Grealish and push into European contention.
Who else has been linked?
Arsenal are among the clubs to be linked with a move for Grealish.
Manchester United and Tottenham, as well as City, have been credited with an interest in the attacking midfielder in the past.
According to The Athletic, Arsenal 'are among those who admire (Grealish)'.
However, the report adds that City is the "only realistic destination" for the playmaker this summer if he was to leave Villa.
What has Smith said?
Speaking to broadcaster Stadium Astro back in December, Villa head coach Dean Smith admitted that the club needed to continue on an upward trajectory in order for Grealish to stay put.
“If we don’t keep progressing and become a club that’s challenging in Europe then we probably won’t meet Jack’s ambitions and there will be a time where Jack looks elsewhere then," Smith said.
“At the moment, he can see the progression at the football club and he wants to be a part of that."
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Agent speaks out
"The truth is we don't know (what will happen)," Jonathan Barnett said in May. "There are many clubs (interested) and I wouldn't put United at the top of that (list).
"He could stay as well so it's a conversation the club will have with Jack and ourselves, then we'll see where we go.
"He loves Villa but I think we just have to wait and see how things pan out.
"At the moment he is a Villa player and he has no thoughts about anything else."
Smith responded to those comments at a press conference a few days later.
“I got told that someone from his agency had spoken about Jack," said Smith.
“I’ve not risen to any speculation regarding Jack at all this season, he signed a brand new contract having seen the vision for the club from the owners at the start of the season.”
Villa's stance explained
Villa remain hopeful of tying their star player down to a lucrative new contract - considerably more than his current £125,000-a-week deal - with Grealish expected back in at Bodymoor Heath for talks from Monday.
Smith's side will be looking to kick on next season and have already made a statement of intent in the transfer window by landing Emiliano Buendia.
Key to their success next season will be keeping hold of Grealish.
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birminghammail--2020-07-29--Lotto results: Winning National Lottery numbers for Wednesday

Tonight 's winning National Lottery numbers have been revealed - and the draw means you could be winning BIG .
Camelot , the operator of the National Lottery , conducted the Lotto and Thunderball draws this evening .
Birmingham residents looking for a life-changing sum of money can also play the EuroMillions , with draws twice a week taking place on Tuesday evenings and Friday nights .
The main UK Lotto draw will take place at 8pm .
There will also be the Thunderball draw at 8.15pm where could win £500,000 .
To play , you simply select five numbers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lucky Star numbers from 1-12 .
If you really can ’ t choose and you ’ re finding the pressure too much , you can always select a Lucky Dip and let the machine choose a random selection for you .
Lotto draws take place on Wednesday and Saturday evenings from approximately 8.30pm .
Ticket sales for both Tuesday and Friday EuroMillions draws close at 7.30pm on the evening of the draw .
If you ’ ve missed out , you can buy your ticket for the next draw almost straight away - @ @ @ @ @

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Tonight's winning National Lottery numbers have been revealed - and the draw means you could be winning BIG.
Camelot, the operator of the National Lottery, conducted the Lotto and Thunderball draws this evening.
Birmingham residents looking for a life-changing sum of money can also play the EuroMillions, with draws twice a week taking place on Tuesday evenings and Friday nights.
The main UK Lotto draw will take place at 8pm. There will also be the Thunderball draw at 8.15pm where could win £500,000.
Lottery Tickets cost £2 per line, and include a raffle Millionaire Maker entry code. Thunderball Tickets cost £1.
To play, you simply select five numbers between 1 and 50, plus two Lucky Star numbers from 1-12.
If you really can’t choose and you’re finding the pressure too much, you can always select a Lucky Dip and let the machine choose a random selection for you.
Lotto draws take place on Wednesday and Saturday evenings from approximately 8.30pm.
EuroMillions draws happen on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Ticket sales for both Tuesday and Friday EuroMillions draws close at 7.30pm on the evening of the draw.
If you’ve missed out, you can buy your ticket for the next draw almost straight away - sales re-open at 9pm.
Tonight's National Lottery Lotto winning numbers are: 01, 24, 39, 46, 49, 52
The Bonus Ball is: 51
Tonight's estimated jackpot is: £5.1 million
Tonight's National Lottery Thunderball winning numbers are: 16, 26, 30, 31, 39
The Thunderball is: 09


birminghammail--2020-07-29--Man injured after 'falling on roof' at Merry Hill

A man has been taken to hospital after he had 'fallen on a roof ' at ' a non-public area ' of Merry Hill .
Medics were called to Times Square , near to the bus station , at 2.14pm today ( Wednesday , July 29 ) after a man had fallen on a roof .
One ambulance attended the scene along with a paramedic officer and the hazardous area response team .
The man was treated for injuries not believed to be serious , before being taken to Russells Hall Hospital .
A spokesman for West Midlands Ambulance Service @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at 2.14pm to Times Square near to the bus station .
One ambulance , a paramedic officer and the hazardous area response team attended .
`` On arrival we discovered one patient , a man , who had fallen on the roof .
They were treated for injuries not believed to be serious and taken to Russells Hall Hospital .
A spokesman for intu Merry Hill said “ We ’ re sorry to say that a member of our team was injured in a non-public area of the centre today .
They are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ ll be supporting them during their recuperation .
`` Safety is always our number one priority and we have already launched an investigation into the cause of the incident .
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A man has been taken to hospital after he had 'fallen on a roof' at 'a non-public area' of Merry Hill.
Medics were called to Times Square, near to the bus station, at 2.14pm today (Wednesday, July 29) after a man had fallen on a roof.
One ambulance attended the scene along with a paramedic officer and the hazardous area response team. The man was treated for injuries not believed to be serious, before being taken to Russells Hall Hospital.
A spokesman for West Midlands Ambulance Service said: "We got the call at 2.14pm to Times Square near to the bus station. One ambulance, a paramedic officer and the hazardous area response team attended.
"On arrival we discovered one patient, a man, who had fallen on the roof. They were treated for injuries not believed to be serious and taken to Russells Hall Hospital.
A spokesman for intu Merry Hill said “We’re sorry to say that a member of our team was injured in a non-public area of the centre today. They are currently recovering well in hospital and we’ll be supporting them during their recuperation.
"Safety is always our number one priority and we have already launched an investigation into the cause of the incident.”


birminghammail--2020-07-29--Christian Benteke breaks his silence over Aston Villa incident

Amidst the sounds of Sweet Caroline blaring out post-match , ex-Aston Villa hero Christian Benteke was given his marching orders after losing his cool against his former club earlier this month .
The Belgian , who fired in 42 Premier League goals for Villa between 2012-15 , was sent off in the dying moments of Villa 's 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace on July 12 .
The result was huge for Dean Smith 's side as Trezeguet scored a timely double to kick-start Villa 's push for Premier League survival .
Sign up for our Villa newsletter with your email @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the page or click here As for Benteke , the 29-year-old endured a torrid afternoon in B6 and looked a shadow of his former self and was out-fought by Villa 's duo of Ezri Konsa and Tyrone Mings .
The striker did n't have a sniff and , just seconds after referee Martin Atkinson blew up for full-time , Benteke kicked out at Konsa in an off-the-ball incident .
Atkinson dished out a red-card and Benteke was ushered down the tunnel at Villa Park as Villa 's players were left fuming at his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Benteke 's card marked early - and the forward did n't like it as he struggled for form yet again .
The Palace man , though , was subsequently suspended for the Eagles ' final three matches of the campaign against Man United , Wolves and Tottenham .
Tonight , Benteke has broken his silence on that very incident inside Villa Park involving Konsa .
Here 's what he said : `` I want the Crystal Palace fans to know I ’ m the first to criticise myself when things don ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was picking up and getting back to the old me before and after lockdown , but ruined my season with that red card .
As always , I ’ ll strive to improve and do better for this club . ''
Alek_Djuro : Benteke gets too much criticism he is still crucial too our build up play and is good at holding the ball up then giving it off to either Ayew or Zaha @ Nick_CPFC : You 've been vitally important to our team this season , Chris .
Strong hold up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ goals .
Keep it going next season and try to up your goal tally .
@ coffers83 : We 're a better team when you 're playing .
Nothing more to be said .
@ swspencer1 : Maybe if we get some proper crosses in from the flanks we might see some more goals .
Goals makes confidence and that ’ s what ’ s lacking .
@ WorthingEagle87 : Respect for coming out and saying this , could n't want you to be a success at Palace any more .
Come back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ scored two goals in 24 Premier League appearances last season .

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Amidst the sounds of Sweet Caroline blaring out post-match, ex-Aston Villa hero Christian Benteke was given his marching orders after losing his cool against his former club earlier this month.
The Belgian, who fired in 42 Premier League goals for Villa between 2012-15, was sent off in the dying moments of Villa's 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace on July 12.
The result was huge for Dean Smith's side as Trezeguet scored a timely double to kick-start Villa's push for Premier League survival.
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As for Benteke, the 29-year-old endured a torrid afternoon in B6 and looked a shadow of his former self and was out-fought by Villa's duo of Ezri Konsa and Tyrone Mings.
The striker didn't have a sniff and, just seconds after referee Martin Atkinson blew up for full-time, Benteke kicked out at Konsa in an off-the-ball incident.
Atkinson dished out a red-card and Benteke was ushered down the tunnel at Villa Park as Villa's players were left fuming at his actions towards teammate Konsa. Konsa had Benteke's card marked early - and the forward didn't like it as he struggled for form yet again.
The Palace man, though, was subsequently suspended for the Eagles' final three matches of the campaign against Man United, Wolves and Tottenham.
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Tonight, Benteke has broken his silence on that very incident inside Villa Park involving Konsa. Here's what he said: "I want the Crystal Palace fans to know I’m the first to criticise myself when things don’t go well.
"I felt I was picking up and getting back to the old me before and after lockdown, but ruined my season with that red card. As always, I’ll strive to improve and do better for this club."
Here's how Palace fans reacted:
Alek_Djuro : Benteke gets too much criticism he is still crucial too our build up play and is good at holding the ball up then giving it off to either Ayew or Zaha
@Nick_CPFC : You've been vitally important to our team this season, Chris. Strong hold up play and chipped in with a few goals. Keep it going next season and try to up your goal tally.
@coffers83 : We're a better team when you're playing. Nothing more to be said.
@swspencer1 : Maybe if we get some proper crosses in from the flanks we might see some more goals. Goals makes confidence and that’s what’s lacking.
@WorthingEagle87 : Respect for coming out and saying this, couldn't want you to be a success at Palace any more. Come back and smash it next season.
Benteke scored two goals in 24 Premier League appearances last season.


birminghammail--2020-07-29--BBC viewers shock as presenter says racial slur during TV news report

BBC News viewers were left horrified after a journalist said a racial slur in a news report .
The news item was about a black NHS worker who had suffered horrendous injuries after being hit by a car in what police believe was a racially aggravated assault in Bristol .
Social Affairs correspondent Fiona Lamdin who presented the segment was describing what witnesses to the attack alleged they had heard .
Lamlin told viewers : `` Just to warn you you 're about to hear highly offensive language because as the men ran away they hurled racial abuse ... calling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ interview was aired , many shocked viewers took to social media to share their shock .
`` A `` distressing language '' disclaimer does n't cut it here , it was unnecessary to include it in the report , '' said one .
`` A white reporter just said the n word on BBC news ... .. am i hearing this correctly ?
?
? ''
commented another .
Another horrified viewer said `` BBC think they can say the N Word first thing in the morning and get away with it ?
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Police said they received reports of a collision involving a car and a pedestrian in Southmead , Bristol on Wednesday ( July 22 ) .
Witnesses saw two men running from the car after the crash .
The Mirror reports that after the attack , someone claiming to be a colleague of the young man , alleged the suspects called him a f *** *** n****** '' after they ran from the car .
Police are now appealing for witnesses , especially anyone who saw a dark blue Honda Accord being driven in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spokesperson for the BBC said : “ This was a story about a shocking unprovoked attack on a young black man .
His family told the BBC about the racist language used by the attackers and wanted to see the full facts made public .
“ A warning was given before this was reported .
We are no longer running this version of the report but are continuing to pursue the story .
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BBC News viewers were left horrified after a journalist said a racial slur in a news report.
The news item was about a black NHS worker who had suffered horrendous injuries after being hit by a car in what police believe was a racially aggravated assault in Bristol.
Social Affairs correspondent Fiona Lamdin who presented the segment was describing what witnesses to the attack alleged they had heard.
Lamlin told viewers: "Just to warn you you're about to hear highly offensive language because as the men ran away they hurled racial abuse... calling him a n*****."
After the interview was aired, many shocked viewers took to social media to share their shock.
"A "distressing language" disclaimer doesn't cut it here, it was unnecessary to include it in the report," said one.
"A white reporter just said the n word on BBC news..... am i hearing this correctly???" commented another.
Another horrified viewer said "BBC think they can say the N Word first thing in the morning and get away with it?".
Officers from Avon and Somerset Police said they received reports of a collision involving a car and a pedestrian in Southmead, Bristol on Wednesday (July 22).
Witnesses saw two men running from the car after the crash.
The Mirror reports that after the attack, someone claiming to be a colleague of the young man, alleged the suspects called him a f *** *** n******'' after they ran from the car.
Police are now appealing for witnesses, especially anyone who saw a dark blue Honda Accord being driven in the area.
In a statement a spokesperson for the BBC said: “This was a story about a shocking unprovoked attack on a young black man. His family told the BBC about the racist language used by the attackers and wanted to see the full facts made public.
“A warning was given before this was reported. We are no longer running this version of the report but are continuing to pursue the story.”


birminghammail--2020-07-29--Aston Villa fans marvel over transfer target Said Benrahma

Said Benrahma is once again the name on the lips of Aston Villa fans .
Dean Smith wanted to be reunited with the Brentford star last summer but Villa were n't willing to meet the Bees ' £20million asking price .
There have been suggestions that Villa could rekindle their interest in the current transfer window after securing their Premier League status , but Arsenal and Chelsea have supposedly entered the race for Benrahma .
The 24-year-old Algeria international has bagged 17 goals and assisted his teammates on nine occasions this season , putting himself amongst the Championship 's stand-out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Wednesday night and put on a masterclass for Brentford in the second leg of their play-off semi-final against Swansea City .
The Bees won 3-1 to prevail 3-2 on aggregate and advance to the play-off final .
And his efforts did n't escape the attention of watching Villans , who reacted accordingly on social media .
@ super_villan17 : `` Seeing Benrahma play like this is painful ... Brentford getting promoted gives us no chance . ''
Adam Kelcey : `` 20 mins in and Benrahma already showing what an absolute baller @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Morgan Danbury : `` Benrahma !
Deano you know what to do ... '' @ thevillapost : `` Benrahma picks the ball up there , quick feet , past two men and a great effort on goal , love seeing wingers so direct . ''
Dan Hill : `` Really hope we sign Benrahma , , every time I ’ ve watched him been impressed , him and Grealish together if we kept him would be unreal . ''

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Said Benrahma is once again the name on the lips of Aston Villa fans.
Dean Smith wanted to be reunited with the Brentford star last summer but Villa weren't willing to meet the Bees' £20million asking price.
There have been suggestions that Villa could rekindle their interest in the current transfer window after securing their Premier League status, but Arsenal and Chelsea have supposedly entered the race for Benrahma.
(Image: PA)
The 24-year-old Algeria international has bagged 17 goals and assisted his teammates on nine occasions this season, putting himself amongst the Championship's stand-out talents.
He was in action again on Wednesday night and put on a masterclass for Brentford in the second leg of their play-off semi-final against Swansea City. The Bees won 3-1 to prevail 3-2 on aggregate and advance to the play-off final.
And his efforts didn't escape the attention of watching Villans, who reacted accordingly on social media.
@super_villan17: "Seeing Benrahma play like this is painful... Brentford getting promoted gives us no chance."
Adam Kelcey: "20 mins in and Benrahma already showing what an absolute baller he is. Sign him up."
Morgan Danbury: "Benrahma! Deano you know what to do..."
@thevillapost: "Benrahma picks the ball up there, quick feet, past two men and a great effort on goal, love seeing wingers so direct."
Dan Hill: "Really hope we sign Benrahma,, every time I’ve watched him been impressed, him and Grealish together if we kept him would be unreal."


birminghammail--2020-07-29--A powerful No.9 & genuine pace - The stars Aston Villa could target

Aston Villa survived the drop out of the Premier League on the final day , with their end-of-season form seeing them claim two wins and two draws from their last four games to stay up by a point .
Their strong finish means they will enjoy a second successive campaign in the top flight , with Watford , Bournemouth and Norwich City heading down to the Championship .
Now the onus is on to improve for the season ahead and upgrade the playing staff in a few key areas - especially given the departure of sporting director this week .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ in talent from overseas , but what if Villa were to look closer to home for players who already have exposure to the Premier League ?
Here are five roles in the side they could need to fill this summer - and the top-flight players from 2019/20 who could fit the bill .
Top billing has to go to a No .
9 who suits Dean Smith ’ s style and who might add to the paltry tally of goals Villa scored this season - just 41 in 38 games .
There are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decent young talent who hasn ’ t quite produced yet , or go for a regular goal-scorer from a lesser league who could step up .
Villa have tried the latter approach with Wesley and Mbwana Samatta , so perhaps it ’ s time for the former now .
Moise Kean fits the profile for Smith ’ s centre-forwards : mobile , able to hold up play , strong against defenders and able to both come short and run in behind .
He hasn ’ t been able to earn a place in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ though , and goals have been in short supply .
There ’ s no doubting his quality , however .
The ex-Juventus starlet is still only 20 and has plenty of great attributes to his game , which might provide an enormous return if confidence can be given to him and service is provided to him in the final third .
After a goalscorer , a rapid outlet down the wings should be Villa ’ s next priority .
From Watford , Ismaila Sarr ticks every box : extremely explosive , good in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and with room to improve , too .
He was a £40million signing a year ago and certainly won ’ t be staying in the Championship after the Hornets ’ relegation , but he also won ’ t be cheap .
Considering the importance of the role to Smith ’ s side , though , paying top money in this position is almost a necessity .
Sarr will have several options , no doubt , and Villa might be hard-pressed to convince him that this is the next right step for him to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it ’ s a top-shelf signing for the Villa Park hierarchy .
Villa arguably need two wingers , but Dean Smith has altered his tactics with regularity : a diamond midfield , 4-2-3-1 , 4-3-3 , 4-4-2 .
It ’ s important , then , that if one wide man is a speedy outlet , the other must be able to play different roles , to play narrower when the system demands it or play as a midfielder as well as in the forward line .
Speaking plainly , David Brooks would be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ another who has just been relegated , with Bournemouth this time , but he showed in 18/19 and in a few of his appearances this season after a long-term injury , that he is very much of top-flight calibre and ready for a step up .
He can play either wing , likes to cut inside , can beat players on the dribble and has an eye for goal , too .
Brooks and Sarr as Villa ’ s wide men would be a huge upgrade for next term .
A tricky one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Matt Targett was a £13m signing last summer and Smith clearly favoured him at left-back , but there ’ s a possible upside to either having a different type of player there or at least having another starting-calibre challenger in the position .
It ’ s also worth noting that Targett had a good relationship with Jack Grealish down the left wing in the early stages of the season , so it ’ s not likely to be a position Villa want to spend too heavily in .
Out of favour or ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ best course of action , which leaves Crystal Palace ’ s Jairo Riedewald or Watford ’ s Adam Masina ( below ) as possibilities .
The Dutchman is a natural holding midfielder , but has played both centre-back and left-back too ; he ’ s good on the ball , positions himself well , is composed in build-up play - and barely plays for his team .
He was a Frank de Boer signing in 2017 who has struggled to establish himself , but his technique remains undiminished .
He ’ d be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a versatile one who could turn out to have good reward upside .
Masina is a more straight-forward option : a good runner , a good crosser , a fierce competitor .
He ticks most boxes as a modern left-back , if lacking the quality and consistency so far to be a top-end option .
Finally , the position all Villa fans will be hoping they don ’ t actually need : a replacement for Grealish .
If the skipper departs , it ’ s a tough sell to replace him - the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , capable of goals , a hard-working individual , positionally flexible and have great individual technique .
Such players don ’ t generally tend to go to teams battling to avoid relegation and could cost a lot of money , but the market might just present an opportunity if the dominoes fall correctly this year .
Manchester City are linked with yet another big-money full-back this summer , with Joao Cancelo also a regular left-back .
If they do spend , it is sure to mean the end of Oleksandr Zinchenko as a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be in the team there in midfield - his original position - and would likely be down to third-choice left-back .
But if another Premier League side were to offer him the chance to be the focal point of the side , the scheming , creative hub to maximise his on-the-ball talents in his natural centre-of-the-park setting ?
It might just appeal .
Grealish has played as a No .
8 , a No .
10 and a wide player for Villa this term ; Zinchenko can operate in similar areas .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ awareness and might be liberated somewhat from the pressures of the title-challenging battles .
It could just be a move which benefits all three parties and helps Villa fans get over any potential loss of their influential star .

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Aston Villa survived the drop out of the Premier League on the final day, with their end-of-season form seeing them claim two wins and two draws from their last four games to stay up by a point.
Their strong finish means they will enjoy a second successive campaign in the top flight, with Watford, Bournemouth and Norwich City heading down to the Championship.
Now the onus is on Villa to improve for the season ahead and upgrade the playing staff in a few key areas - especially given the departure of sporting director Jesus Garcia Pitarch this week.
The axed Spaniard was fond of bringing in talent from overseas, but what if Villa were to look closer to home for players who already have exposure to the Premier League?
Here are five roles in the side they could need to fill this summer - and the top-flight players from 2019/20 who could fit the bill.
Powerful striker
Top billing has to go to a No. 9 who suits Dean Smith’s style and who might add to the paltry tally of goals Villa scored this season - just 41 in 38 games.
There are two realistic options: go for a decent young talent who hasn’t quite produced yet, or go for a regular goal-scorer from a lesser league who could step up. Villa have tried the latter approach with Wesley and Mbwana Samatta, so perhaps it’s time for the former now.
(Image: PA)
Moise Kean fits the profile for Smith’s centre-forwards: mobile, able to hold up play, strong against defenders and able to both come short and run in behind. He hasn’t been able to earn a place in the team at Everton at all, though, and goals have been in short supply.
There’s no doubting his quality, however. The ex-Juventus starlet is still only 20 and has plenty of great attributes to his game, which might provide an enormous return if confidence can be given to him and service is provided to him in the final third.
Pacy winger
After a goalscorer, a rapid outlet down the wings should be Villa’s next priority.
From Watford, Ismaila Sarr ticks every box: extremely explosive, good in one-on-one situations, capable of scoring goals and with room to improve, too.
He was a £40million signing a year ago and certainly won’t be staying in the Championship after the Hornets’ relegation, but he also won’t be cheap. Considering the importance of the role to Smith’s side, though, paying top money in this position is almost a necessity.
Sarr will have several options, no doubt, and Villa might be hard-pressed to convince him that this is the next right step for him to take. But if they can, it’s a top-shelf signing for the Villa Park hierarchy.
(Image: Marc Atkins/Getty Images)
Wide and creative midfielder
Villa arguably need two wingers, but Dean Smith has altered his tactics with regularity: a diamond midfield, 4-2-3-1, 4-3-3, 4-4-2. It’s important, then, that if one wide man is a speedy outlet, the other must be able to play different roles, to play narrower when the system demands it or play as a midfielder as well as in the forward line.
Speaking plainly, David Brooks would be an impressive addition. He’s another who has just been relegated, with Bournemouth this time, but he showed in 18/19 and in a few of his appearances this season after a long-term injury, that he is very much of top-flight calibre and ready for a step up.
He can play either wing, likes to cut inside, can beat players on the dribble and has an eye for goal, too. Brooks and Sarr as Villa’s wide men would be a huge upgrade for next term.
Left-back challenger
A tricky one, but possibly a necessary one. Matt Targett was a £13m signing last summer and Smith clearly favoured him at left-back, but there’s a possible upside to either having a different type of player there or at least having another starting-calibre challenger in the position.
It’s also worth noting that Targett had a good relationship with Jack Grealish down the left wing in the early stages of the season, so it’s not likely to be a position Villa want to spend too heavily in.
Out of favour or (again) relegated players might be the best course of action, which leaves Crystal Palace’s Jairo Riedewald or Watford’s Adam Masina (below) as possibilities.
The Dutchman is a natural holding midfielder, but has played both centre-back and left-back too; he’s good on the ball, positions himself well, is composed in build-up play - and barely plays for his team. He was a Frank de Boer signing in 2017 who has struggled to establish himself, but his technique remains undiminished. He’d be a speculative, low-cost addition, but a versatile one who could turn out to have good reward upside.
Masina is a more straight-forward option: a good runner, a good crosser, a fierce competitor. He ticks most boxes as a modern left-back, if lacking the quality and consistency so far to be a top-end option.
A potential Grealish replacement
Finally, the position all Villa fans will be hoping they don’t actually need: a replacement for Grealish.
If the skipper departs, it’s a tough sell to replace him - the incoming players would need to be part-creator, capable of goals, a hard-working individual, positionally flexible and have great individual technique.
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Such players don’t generally tend to go to teams battling to avoid relegation and could cost a lot of money, but the market might just present an opportunity if the dominoes fall correctly this year.
Manchester City are linked with yet another big-money full-back this summer, with Joao Cancelo also a regular left-back. If they do spend, it is sure to mean the end of Oleksandr Zinchenko as a City player. He won’t be in the team there in midfield - his original position - and would likely be down to third-choice left-back.
But if another Premier League side were to offer him the chance to be the focal point of the side, the scheming, creative hub to maximise his on-the-ball talents in his natural centre-of-the-park setting? It might just appeal.
Grealish has played as a No. 8, a No. 10 and a wide player for Villa this term; Zinchenko can operate in similar areas. He’s attack-minded, has good tactical awareness and might be liberated somewhat from the pressures of the title-challenging battles. It could just be a move which benefits all three parties and helps Villa fans get over any potential loss of their influential star.


birminghammail--2020-07-29--Madeleine McCann investigation - police searching allotment plot 'find cellar'

German police searching an allotment plot used by the prime suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann have reportedly found a cellar .
Locals have claimed the suspect lived `` off-grid '' on an allotment near Hanover , Germany in 2007 .
The site has since been destroyed but German media reports today ( July 29 ) that police have found a cellar while digging there as part of the investigation into Madeleine 's disappearance .
According to local newspaper HAZ , detectives discovered and searched the cellar of a gazebo which had once stood at the garden .
Wolfgang @ @ @ @ @ @ @ man lived in a camper van .
Speaking to MailOnline , he said : `` He had the garden next to mine .
He arrived in 2007 and left within a year .
`` He told me that he living off the grid , that he had not registered with the authorities – no one knew he was there .
`` The building was not really a house , you might call it a shed .
But it had a cellar and underneath there would be foundations . ''
He added that the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` parked it next to the allotment and lived in the vehicle '' .
Police have said a camper van that was seen in the area early 2007 is vital to their investigation .
Madeleine aged three , vanished from from an apartment at the Algarve resort of Praia da Luz in May 3 2007 , where she was on holiday with parents Kate and Gerry and her twin siblings .
Her parents from Rothley , Leicestershire , left their three children asleep in their holiday apartment in Praia da Luz in southern @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at a tapas restaurant close by .
In June this year , thirteen years after her disappearance , German police said they had identified a suspect - who has been linked to an early 1980s camper van - pictured in the Algarve in 2007 .
Officers have confirmed they believe Madeleine is dead .

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German police searching an allotment plot used by the prime suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann have reportedly found a cellar.
Locals have claimed the suspect lived "off-grid" on an allotment near Hanover, Germany in 2007.
The site has since been destroyed but German media reports today (July 29) that police have found a cellar while digging there as part of the investigation into Madeleine's disappearance.
According to local newspaper HAZ, detectives discovered and searched the cellar of a gazebo which had once stood at the garden.
Wolfgang Kossack who lived nearby, said the man lived in a camper van. Speaking to MailOnline, he said: "He had the garden next to mine. He arrived in 2007 and left within a year.
"He told me that he living off the grid, that he had not registered with the authorities – no one knew he was there.
"The building was not really a house, you might call it a shed. But it had a cellar and underneath there would be foundations."
He added that the man had a VW Transporter van and "parked it next to the allotment and lived in the vehicle".
Police have said a camper van that was seen in the area early 2007 is vital to their investigation.
Madeleine aged three, vanished from from an apartment at the Algarve resort of Praia da Luz in May 3 2007, where she was on holiday with parents Kate and Gerry and her twin siblings.
Her parents from Rothley, Leicestershire, left their three children asleep in their holiday apartment in Praia da Luz in southern Portugal while they had dinner with friends at a tapas restaurant close by.
In June this year, thirteen years after her disappearance, German police said they had identified a suspect - who has been linked to an early 1980s camper van - pictured in the Algarve in 2007.
Officers have confirmed they believe Madeleine is dead.


birminghammail--2020-07-29--McDonald's branch closes after staff members test positive for coronavirus

A McDonald 's restaurant in Sandwell has been forced to temporarily close after a number of staff members tested positive for coronavirus .
The branch in Great Bridge closed as a 'precautionary measure ' following a rise of COVID-19 cases in the local area with five McDonald 's employees testing positive .
McDonald 's says the safety of its people and customers is its absolute priority , and will re-open the branch as soon as it can .
It comes after a spike in cases across Sandwell - with positive tests running at almost ten times the rate of last @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for Covid-19 in the last seven days , sparking a stark warning from Dr Lisa McNally , Sandwell 's director of public health .
She said the next few weeks were crucial and if cases continue to rapidly rise then Sandwell could be subject to a lockdown .
A spokesman for McDonald 's said : `` We have pro actively decided to temporarily close our Great Bridge restaurant as a precautionary measure following a rise of COVID-19 cases in the local area with five of our employees testing positive .
`` We have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ employees and also with Public Health England and the Environmental Health Officer .
`` As with all of the decisions we have made across this unprecedented period , the safety of our people and customers is our absolute priority , and we will re-open as soon as we feel we can .
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A McDonald's restaurant in Sandwell has been forced to temporarily close after a number of staff members tested positive for coronavirus.
The branch in Great Bridge closed as a 'precautionary measure' following a rise of COVID-19 cases in the local area with five McDonald's employees testing positive.
McDonald's says the safety of its people and customers is its absolute priority, and will re-open the branch as soon as it can.
It comes after a spike in cases across Sandwell - with positive tests running at almost ten times the rate of last month.
Ninety people have tested positive for Covid-19 in the last seven days, sparking a stark warning from Dr Lisa McNally, Sandwell's director of public health.
She said the next few weeks were crucial and if cases continue to rapidly rise then Sandwell could be subject to a lockdown.
A spokesman for McDonald's said: "We have pro actively decided to temporarily close our Great Bridge restaurant as a precautionary measure following a rise of COVID-19 cases in the local area with five of our employees testing positive.
"We have been in contact with all the restaurant employees and also with Public Health England and the Environmental Health Officer.
"As with all of the decisions we have made across this unprecedented period, the safety of our people and customers is our absolute priority, and we will re-open as soon as we feel we can.”


birminghammail--2020-07-29--Lowdown on Eberechi Eze - the £20m star linked with Aston Villa

He 's the silky Londoner attracting the interest of a whole-host of Premier League clubs , Aston Villa included .
QPR attacking-midfielder Eberechi Eze pulled up trees in the Championship last term and finished up with incredible stats for a bang-average side .
The hype surrounding the 22-year-old remains real with the England under-21 international hopeful of a summer transfer to the top-flight .
Eze has had two full Championship campaigns under his belt now and , last season , he showed what he was all about with a flurry of star displays .
Here 's a lowdown on Rangers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ give Villa a much-needed boost in wide areas ahead of next term .
Taking his man on one-on-one , pace , guile and his ability and timing to pick out the right pass .
Eze 's got a lot in his locker and is a much more well-rounded footballer than , say , long-term Villa target Said Benrahma .
The QPR man is durable , too , evident as he played every all but 77 minutes of last season 's Championship campaign ( 4,140 minutes ) and started every single match under boss @ @ @ @ @ @ @ goals and eight assists to take his goal contribution tally to 22 - just two less than than West Brom 's wing wizard Matheus Pereira ( eight goals , 16 assists ) .
Last season , Eze played almost everywhere across midfield and in forward areas .
He started 19 matches in an advanced left-forward area , 13 just behind the strikers and nine games in central midfield which just showcases his versatility .
The red-hot QPR man is of a street footballer ilk and oozes confidence , class and enjoyment within his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he scored a nonchalant equaliser against West Brom , killing a long pass before making Sam Johnstone appear statue-like as Eze finished quickly into the top left-hand corner , below .
How much is he worth ?
His market value according to German-based transfer data website transfermarkt stands at £8.10 million .
However , QPR are holding out for £20 million .
What makes this an intriguing deal is Eze 's contract expires in 11 months ' time , meaning QPR are in a race against time to get as much as they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can walk away for nothing next summer .
If you take the Jarrod Bowen to West Ham example , the Hull City man was the standout player in the Championship and , with his contract set to expire in just six months , West Ham paid £16 million for the winger in January despite Hull holding out for around £20 million .
The £16 million could be a similar fee for Eze .
Who else is interested ?
A string of Premier League clubs , including West Ham .
The Hammers have been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up from the Championship and they feel Eze could represent a good-value transfer given some of the asking price for players in top-flight leagues around Europe .
The fact Eze has shown he 's durable in such a tough league makes him an attractive proposition .
Elsewhere and , as mentioned , Villa are keeping tabs on this one but so too are Crystal Palace , Newcastle and West Bromwich Albion - as well as West Ham .
Tottenham and Chelsea were linked previously but that does n't seem to be the case @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an interview back in January mid-way through QPR 's season .
He spoke to The Independent about crying after just missing out on making it at Arsenal 's academy , while detailing the influence Warburton has had on his career to date .
Eze , who honed-in on his trade playing short-sided cage football in Greewich , said : `` [ The manager ] has taught me so much , in working off the ball , my energy levels .
`` At the start of the season , he let me know ‘ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ re a different player now , you ’ re in a team where we want to get you the ball ’ and it ’ s helped me a lot .
I like doing skills , entertaining , that ’ s how I ’ ve played football my whole life .
`` They ’ ve given me the platform to enjoy myself and helped nurture me into the player they always believed I could be .
The fact I can do it at QPR , I ’ m hugely proud . ''
On transfer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ weren ’ t interested back then .
From being released , playing academy football , always dreaming of getting to this stage and finally getting there .
It ’ s almost like a relief to see how far you ’ ve come . ''
Speaking to West London Sport , Warburton said : `` He ’ s a very special player .
He ’ s worked so hard and for a young guy to deal with the headlines as he has – it ’ s very easy to distract a young player – @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the manner he ’ s dealt with some of the pressures .
`` He ’ s maintained a great level of consistency , home and away .
I honestly believe he is a top-six Premier League player all day long .
`` Whatever happens happens .
But if any player leaves QPR – and this is the key point – they leave on QPR ’ s terms .
That ’ s what people have to realise .
`` Every player in the world has got a price , whoever they are .
If @ @ @ @ @ @ @ win .
`` I hope very much that everyone returns in 20 days ’ time .
But if we lose one or two it ’ s on QPR ’ s terms , that ’ s for sure . ''
What have Villa fans said ?
@ nogbutt : I saw him when we played at their ground .
He stood out with pace , confidence and an ability to get involved which belied his youth ( and not too much help from his more physical rather than technical team mates ) .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the championship ?
?
?
We need guaranteed prem quality and experience .
look where gambling on players nearly put us last year .
@ richard00761791 : Would follow well trodden path from Senrab/West Ham/Charlton youth to The midlands and Villa Park , Liam Ridgewell , Ezri Konsa , Jloyd Samuel , & Ugo Ehiogu .
@ andy59967602 : I suppose London clubs will be his preferred choice suppose it ’ s who matches his valuation and personal terms will win this race !
@ AndyServiceI1 : Need to get it done @ @ @ @ @ @ @ well .
As £20m .
Must beat the other competition for his signature and show some real intent .
@ AVFClegend1234 : What a signing he would be .

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He's the silky Londoner attracting the interest of a whole-host of Premier League clubs, Aston Villa included.
QPR attacking-midfielder Eberechi Eze pulled up trees in the Championship last term and finished up with incredible stats for a bang-average side.
The hype surrounding the 22-year-old remains real with the England under-21 international hopeful of a summer transfer to the top-flight.
Eze has had two full Championship campaigns under his belt now and, last season, he showed what he was all about with a flurry of star displays.
Here's a lowdown on Rangers' tricky forward player who could well give Villa a much-needed boost in wide areas ahead of next term.
What's his playing style?
Taking his man on one-on-one, pace, guile and his ability and timing to pick out the right pass. Eze's got a lot in his locker and is a much more well-rounded footballer than, say, long-term Villa target Said Benrahma.
The QPR man is durable, too, evident as he played every all but 77 minutes of last season's Championship campaign (4,140 minutes) and started every single match under boss Mark Warburton.
He finished with 14 goals and eight assists to take his goal contribution tally to 22 - just two less than than West Brom's wing wizard Matheus Pereira (eight goals, 16 assists).
Last season, Eze played almost everywhere across midfield and in forward areas. He started 19 matches in an advanced left-forward area, 13 just behind the strikers and nine games in central midfield which just showcases his versatility.
The red-hot QPR man is of a street footballer ilk and oozes confidence, class and enjoyment within his play. In his last outing, he scored a nonchalant equaliser against West Brom, killing a long pass before making Sam Johnstone appear statue-like as Eze finished quickly into the top left-hand corner, below .
How much is he worth?
His market value according to German-based transfer data website transfermarkt stands at £8.10 million. However, QPR are holding out for £20 million. What makes this an intriguing deal is Eze's contract expires in 11 months' time, meaning QPR are in a race against time to get as much as they can for their prized asset before he can walk away for nothing next summer.
If you take the Jarrod Bowen to West Ham example, the Hull City man was the standout player in the Championship and, with his contract set to expire in just six months, West Ham paid £16 million for the winger in January despite Hull holding out for around £20 million. The £16 million could be a similar fee for Eze.
Who else is interested?
A string of Premier League clubs, including West Ham. The Hammers have been really pleased with Bowen since his jump up from the Championship and they feel Eze could represent a good-value transfer given some of the asking price for players in top-flight leagues around Europe. The fact Eze has shown he's durable in such a tough league makes him an attractive proposition.
Elsewhere and, as mentioned, Villa are keeping tabs on this one but so too are Crystal Palace, Newcastle and West Bromwich Albion - as well as West Ham. Tottenham and Chelsea were linked previously but that doesn't seem to be the case now.
What he's said?
Eze last opened up in an interview back in January mid-way through QPR's season. He spoke to The Independent about crying after just missing out on making it at Arsenal's academy, while detailing the influence Warburton has had on his career to date.
Eze, who honed-in on his trade playing short-sided cage football in Greewich, said: "[The manager] has taught me so much, in working off the ball, my energy levels.
"At the start of the season, he let me know ‘last season is gone, you’re a different player now, you’re in a team where we want to get you the ball’ and it’s helped me a lot. I like doing skills, entertaining, that’s how I’ve played football my whole life.
"They’ve given me the platform to enjoy myself and helped nurture me into the player they always believed I could be. The fact I can do it at QPR, I’m hugely proud."
On transfer speculation, Eze added: "They weren’t interested back then. From being released, playing academy football, always dreaming of getting to this stage and finally getting there. It’s almost like a relief to see how far you’ve come."
What's his manager said?
Speaking to West London Sport, Warburton said: "He’s a very special player. He’s worked so hard and for a young guy to deal with the headlines as he has – it’s very easy to distract a young player – I’m delighted for him and the manner he’s dealt with some of the pressures.
"He’s maintained a great level of consistency, home and away. I honestly believe he is a top-six Premier League player all day long.
"Whatever happens happens. But if any player leaves QPR – and this is the key point – they leave on QPR’s terms. That’s what people have to realise.
"Every player in the world has got a price, whoever they are. If that valuation is met then everyone should win.
"I hope very much that everyone returns in 20 days’ time. But if we lose one or two it’s on QPR’s terms, that’s for sure."
What have Villa fans said?
@nogbutt : I saw him when we played at their ground. He stood out with pace, confidence and an ability to get involved which belied his youth (and not too much help from his more physical rather than technical team mates).
@adammeeky : Why do we keep looking to the championship??? We need guaranteed prem quality and experience. look where gambling on players nearly put us last year.
@richard00761791 : Would follow well trodden path from Senrab/West Ham/Charlton youth to The midlands and Villa Park, Liam Ridgewell, Ezri Konsa, Jloyd Samuel, & Ugo Ehiogu.
@andy59967602 : I suppose London clubs will be his preferred choice suppose it’s who matches his valuation and personal terms will win this race!
@AndyServiceI1 : Need to get it done. Can offer Lansbury in exchange as well. As £20m. Must beat the other competition for his signature and show some real intent.
@AVFClegend1234 : What a signing he would be.


birminghammail--2020-07-29--Eat Out to Help Out in Worcester - exactly where to get half price food

Restaurants , pubs and cafés have had to undergo a number of changes to become Covid-safe and reopen to customers as the lockdown eases .
From social distancing and disposable paper menus to hand sanitizer machines and reduced capacity - the experience of eating out is a little different nowadays .
But , in a bid to lure customers back into dining out - and spending their cash at struggling businesses - the Government has launched the Eat Out to Help Out scheme .
As part of Rishi Sunak 's mini budget , customers eating in at participating eateries will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ price of their meal and soft drinks , up to a maximum of £10 per person .
You do n't need to show any vouchers or codes , the discount will be reduced from your bill at the end of a meal at registered pubs , restaurants and cafes .
It will be on offer every Monday , Tuesday and Wednesday in August - but you unfortunately ca n't claim on alcoholic drinks .
A temporary VAT cut from 20 per cent to 5 per cent for the hospitality and tourism industries was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ local businesses are offering the half price discount via the Government website here - but WorcestershireLive has an already-prepared list of those within a five mile radius of Worcester city centre below .
Flat at , The Horn and Trumpet , 12 Angel Street , Worcestershire , WR1 3QT The Lamb and Flag , 30 The Tything , Worcestershire , WR1 1JL See the remaining 30 restaurants within a five mile radius of Worcester city centre here .

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Restaurants, pubs and cafés have had to undergo a number of changes to become Covid-safe and reopen to customers as the lockdown eases.
From social distancing and disposable paper menus to hand sanitizer machines and reduced capacity - the experience of eating out is a little different nowadays.
But, in a bid to lure customers back into dining out - and spending their cash at struggling businesses - the Government has launched the Eat Out to Help Out scheme.
As part of Rishi Sunak's mini budget, customers eating in at participating eateries will get 50 per cent discount off the price of their meal and soft drinks, up to a maximum of £10 per person.
You don't need to show any vouchers or codes, the discount will be reduced from your bill at the end of a meal at registered pubs, restaurants and cafes.
It will be on offer every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday in August - but you unfortunately can't claim on alcoholic drinks.
A temporary VAT cut from 20 per cent to 5 per cent for the hospitality and tourism industries was also announced.
Anyone can find which local businesses are offering the half price discount via the Government website here - but WorcestershireLive has an already-prepared list of those within a five mile radius of Worcester city centre below.
The Boston Tea Party
18 Broad Street, Worcestershire, WR1 3NF
Crumpets & Coffee Lounge
Unit 1, 23 Angel Place, Worcestershire, WR1 3QS
Horn and Trumpet
Flat at, The Horn and Trumpet, 12 Angel Street, Worcestershire, WR1 3QT
Massalla Lounge
35 Broad Street, Worcestershire, WR1 3NH
The Centenary Lounge Ltd
31 The Cross, Worcestershire, WR1 3PZ
EL MEXICANA
30 THE CROSS, WR1 3PZ
Starbucks
24-25, The Cross, Worcestershire, WR1 3PZ
5 High Street, Worcestershire, WR1 2QE
The Paul Pry
6 The Butts, Worcestershire, WR1 3PA
Poppins Restaurant
18 The Foregate, Worcestershire, WR1 3QF
Browns at the Quay
24 Quay Street, Worcestershire, WR1 2JJ
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Subway Worcester
20 The Cross, Worcestershire, WR1 3PZ
Unit 6c, Shrub Hill Retail Park, George Street, Worcestershire, WR1 2DD
Coffee Warehouse
Ground Floor, 12 The Foregate, Worcestershire, WR1 3QD
the olive branch
6 Church Street, Worcestershire, WR1 2RH
St Richards Hospice Snowdrop Cafe
13-14, St. Swithins Street, Worcestershire, WR1 2PS
Wayland's Yard Worcester
6 Foregate Street, Worcestershire, WR1 1DB
TripelB Ltd
9 Copenhagen Street, Worcestershire, WR1 2HB
Hanbao
4, Foregate st, Worcestershire, WR1 1DB
Ping An Oriental Ltd
3a, Pump Street, Worcestershire, WR1 2QX
Be the change foods
2 Cornmarket, Worcestershire, WR1 2DJ
Chesters Restaurant & Bar
51 New Street, Worcestershire, WR1 2DL
Valentino’s restaurant
43 Foregate Street, Worcestershire, WR1 1EE
Bar Twenty Three
25 New Street, Worcestershire, WR1 2DP
Farriers Arms Limited
9 Fish Street, Worcestershire, WR1 2HN
Papas caffe
6-8, New Street, Worcestershire, WR1 2DN
EAGLE VAULTS
2 Friar Street, Worcestershire, WR1 2LZ
Friar street kitchen
12 Friar Street, Worcestershire, WR1 2LZ
House of Coffee
104 High Street, Worcestershire, WR1 2HW
Balkan Breakfast
32-34 Lowesmoor, Worcestershire, WR1 2SG
Fuego Neapolitan Pizza and Grill
Restaurant, 35 Foregate Street, Worcestershire, WR1 1EE
Bolero Bar and Kitchen
34 Foregate Street, Worcestershire, WR1 1EE
Cloister Cafe
Chapter Office, 8 College Yard, Worcestershire, WR1 2LA
Hickory's Smokehouse
Tybridge Street, Worcestershire, WR2 5BA
Ostlers At Number One
1 Severn Terrace, Worcestershire, WR1 3EH
THE CARDINALS HAT
31 Friar Street, Worcestershire, WR1 2NA
The Firefly Beerhaus
54 Lowesmoor, Worcestershire, WR1 2SE
Delightful Desserts Worcester
10 College Street, Worcestershire, WR1 2LU
Sophies
71 Lowesmoor, Worcestershire, WR1 2RS
G & Tea
45 Friar Street, Worcestershire, WR1 2NA
Anarkali Tandoori Restaurant
47 The Tything, Worcestershire, WR1 1JT
Ashleys Restaurant
11 The Tything, Worcestershire, WR1 1HD
Bombay palace
38 The Tything, Worcestershire, WR1 1JL
SUGO at The Lamb & Flag
The Lamb and Flag, 30 The Tything, Worcestershire, WR1 1JL
Fred's Of Worcester
33 The Tything, WR1 1JL
Paradiddles Music Cafe Bar
61 Sidbury, Worcestershire, WR1 2HU
GoodRoots
GoodRoots, Severn Street, WORCS, WR1 2NE
Beanies coffee shop
19 St. Johns, Worcestershire, WR2 5AE
Pasha everest
56 St. Johns, Worcestershire, WR2 5AJ
Ruby Worcester
38 Bransford Road, Worcestershire, WR2 4EP
Balti Mahal Indian Restaurant and Takeaway
37 Astwood Road, Worcestershire, WR3 8ER
See the remaining 30 restaurants within a five mile radius of Worcester city centre here.
Portobello Inn
139 Bransford Road, Worcestershire, WR2 4EZ


birminghammail--2020-07-29--City centre shoppers spot huge plume of black smoke

These were the dramatic scenes as a huge plume of black smoke swept across Birmingham city centre .
Hundreds of shoppers , commuters and local residents in the heart of the city this afternoon ( July 29 ) would have spotted the thick cloud filling the sky .
The heavy smoke was pictured drifting into the air from busy Moor Street Station as 15 firefighters raced to the scene just over a mile away .
Three fire crews were called to tackle a blaze which broke out near to the railway tracks in Vauxhall Road , Nechells .
On arrival @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a pile of around 150 tyres and litter engulfed in flames .
It is believed the fire was left burning in the open - and was not within a building .
No one was hurt and the inferno was extinguished by crews who left the scene at around 6.30pm .
A spokeswoman for West Midlands Fire Service said : `` We were called at 5.15pm to approximately 150 tyres and general rubbish on fire in Vauxhall Road , Nechells near to the railway .
`` We sent three crews to the scene .
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These were the dramatic scenes as a huge plume of black smoke swept across Birmingham city centre.
Hundreds of shoppers, commuters and local residents in the heart of the city this afternoon (July 29) would have spotted the thick cloud filling the sky.
The heavy smoke was pictured drifting into the air from busy Moor Street Station as 15 firefighters raced to the scene just over a mile away.
Three fire crews were called to tackle a blaze which broke out near to the railway tracks in Vauxhall Road, Nechells.
On arrival, shortly after 5.15pm, firefighters discovered a pile of around 150 tyres and litter engulfed in flames.
It is believed the fire was left burning in the open - and was not within a building.
No one was hurt and the inferno was extinguished by crews who left the scene at around 6.30pm.
A spokeswoman for West Midlands Fire Service said: "We were called at 5.15pm to approximately 150 tyres and general rubbish on fire in Vauxhall Road, Nechells near to the railway.
"We sent three crews to the scene. We left around 6.30pm."