birminghammail--2020-09-05--Pupil sent home for not wearing the correct school uniform

A mum was left furious after her son was sent home from his new school after just 15 minutes for not wearing the correct uniform .
Hayley Dainton says she was ordered to pick her son up from school just minutes after he had arrived .
Her son Oliver , 11 , was n't wearing the official school sweatshirt and had white trainers on .
Hayley said she had ordered the correct uniform after saving all summer , but it had n't arrived , Bristol Live reports .
His school , Hanham Woods Academy in Bristol , operates a house @ @ @ @ @ @ @ official school sweatshirt , a white shirt and a tie in the colours of the house they are put into .
Hayley said the only outlet to buy these items is a school uniform shop which has been closed to customers dropping in since March .
The store is taking online orders only , and has a 10-day delivery backlog .
She said : “ Oliver was very smart , and I really tried to get him looking the part .
He had a shirt , he had a black sweatshirt and he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s tie as she ’ s not back in til next week .
“ It is a real struggle for parents on a budget to be able to afford this expensive school uniform and shoes , and I ’ ve been saving up as much as I could all summer .
`` In the end , when I went to buy Oliver ’ s uniform I found there ’ s a ten-day delivery time , and it didn ’ t come in time .
“ I think it was the trainers that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they saw that he didn ’ t have the sweatshirt with the badge on , they didn ’ t let him go up to class , and then took him to a store to put on someone else ’ s stuff - he objected to this , and I understand why given the coronavirus and they called me .
“ It was about 15 minutes or more after I ’ d dropped him off .
I thought they were phoning to let me know he ’ d settled in ok , but no @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there and then .
“ I am disgusted with the school ’ s expectations , ” said the mum-of-five .
“ Most schools have relaxed their uniform policy until next term , as they understand the struggles parents have had with uniform orders because of the pandemic .
“ My son has not got off to a good start at all , and it ’ s all down to being picked on about uniform .
“ He hasn ’ t even seen inside his classroom .
“ You would have thought they would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bit of time to get sorted , I have four children at school , and this is a huge expense . ''
Hanham Woods Academy ’ s principal Steve Kneller said the school supported parents who asked for help with school uniform .
“ In its most recent guidance the Government has been clear about encouraging all schools to return to their usual uniform policies in the autumn term , ” he said .
“ At Hanham Woods Academy we pride ourselves on having high expectations , including smart appearance , and were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 7 students arrived at the academy yesterday ( Wednesday ) and our Year 11 students today .
“ During our inspection last year , which resulted in a ‘ Good ’ judgement from Ofsted , the Lead Inspector commented on how smartly the students wear the uniform , and how the uniform plays a valuable role in contributing to the positive tone and ethos of the school .
“ Where families ask us for support with uniform , we do of course ensure that we offer support , including providing uniform for those @ @ @ @ @ @ @ look forward to welcoming all of our remaining students back to school next week – we are genuinely excited to see them , ” he added .

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A mum was left furious after her son was sent home from his new school after just 15 minutes for not wearing the correct uniform.
Hayley Dainton says she was ordered to pick her son up from school just minutes after he had arrived.
Her son Oliver, 11, wasn't wearing the official school sweatshirt and had white trainers on.
Hayley said she had ordered the correct uniform after saving all summer, but it hadn't arrived, Bristol Live reports.
His school, Hanham Woods Academy in Bristol, operates a house system and requires pupils to wear the official school sweatshirt, a white shirt and a tie in the colours of the house they are put into.
(Image: Bristol Live)
Hayley said the only outlet to buy these items is a school uniform shop which has been closed to customers dropping in since March.
The store is taking online orders only, and has a 10-day delivery backlog.
She said: “Oliver was very smart, and I really tried to get him looking the part. He had a shirt, he had a black sweatshirt and he was able to borrow his big sister’s tie as she’s not back in til next week.
“It is a real struggle for parents on a budget to be able to afford this expensive school uniform and shoes, and I’ve been saving up as much as I could all summer.
"In the end, when I went to buy Oliver’s uniform I found there’s a ten-day delivery time, and it didn’t come in time.
“I think it was the trainers that first caught their eye, but when they saw that he didn’t have the sweatshirt with the badge on, they didn’t let him go up to class, and then took him to a store to put on someone else’s stuff - he objected to this, and I understand why given the coronavirus and they called me.
“It was about 15 minutes or more after I’d dropped him off. I thought they were phoning to let me know he’d settled in ok, but no they were telling me to pick him there and then.
“I am disgusted with the school’s expectations,” said the mum-of-five.
“Most schools have relaxed their uniform policy until next term, as they understand the struggles parents have had with uniform orders because of the pandemic.
“My son has not got off to a good start at all, and it’s all down to being picked on about uniform.
“He hasn’t even seen inside his classroom.
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“You would have thought they would have given him and me a little bit of time to get sorted, I have four children at school, and this is a huge expense."
Hanham Woods Academy’s principal Steve Kneller said the school supported parents who asked for help with school uniform.
“In its most recent guidance the Government has been clear about encouraging all schools to return to their usual uniform policies in the autumn term,” he said.
“At Hanham Woods Academy we pride ourselves on having high expectations, including smart appearance, and were delighted at how well our new Year 7 students arrived at the academy yesterday (Wednesday) and our Year 11 students today.
“During our inspection last year, which resulted in a ‘Good’ judgement from Ofsted, the Lead Inspector commented on how smartly the students wear the uniform, and how the uniform plays a valuable role in contributing to the positive tone and ethos of the school.
“Where families ask us for support with uniform, we do of course ensure that we offer support, including providing uniform for those most who need it.
“We look forward to welcoming all of our remaining students back to school next week – we are genuinely excited to see them,” he added.


birminghammail--2020-09-05--Paul Merson urges 'school captain' Jack Grealish to leave Aston Villa

“ Jack Grealish deserves his England chance .
But he plays like a school captain and might have to leave Aston Villa to progress his career.
” That ’ s the view of former Villa star Paul Merson , who feels that for the good of his international hopes , he needs to seal a move this summer .
After a stunning season for Villa , the 24-year-old earned his maiden international call-up last week , with Gareth Southgate picking him for the games vs Iceland and Denmark .
Grealish ’ s selection is one that many Villa fans hope @ @ @ @ @ @ @ B6 , despite extensive links with Manchester United .
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I don ’ t think he trusts his team-mates there , and it ’ s probably hurt his England chances .
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“Jack Grealish deserves his England chance. But he plays like a school captain and might have to leave Aston Villa to progress his career.”
That’s the view of former Villa star Paul Merson, who feels that for the good of his international hopes, he needs to seal a move this summer.
After a stunning season for Villa, the 24-year-old earned his maiden international call-up last week, with Gareth Southgate picking him for the games vs Iceland and Denmark.
Grealish’s selection is one that many Villa fans hope to persuade the skipper to stay in B6, despite extensive links with Manchester United.
But Merson, writing in his Daily Star column has urged Grealish to move on, so he can begin to play in a different style.
He added: “At Villa he’s trying to play like the school captain. To take it all on himself. I don’t think he trusts his team-mates there, and it’s probably hurt his England chances.
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“At a bigger club he would have to adapt. He would find a position and fit into a system and trust his team-mates because they would be on his wavelength. I think he’s a No 10. But in a few years’ time he might become something else.
“If he doesn’t move on he could be there for a long time. But he’ll get frustrated trying to finish 17th every season.”
United’s purchase of Donny Van de Beek means a move for Grealish to Old Trafford now looks unlikely. And Merson has slammed the decision to sign the Ajax star, hinting that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer should not be looking at midfield players.
“Donny Van de Beek looks like a panic buy at Manchester United,” he said.
“I don’t get it. They just spent £40m on a position where they are already strong. And how does he play with Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes?
“It makes no sense to me. Who is making these decisions? It’s like them going for Jadon Sancho. If they sign Sancho, Greenwood doesn’t play. For me they need another centre back.”


birminghammail--2020-09-05--Police issue e-fit after woman sexually assaulted

West Mercia Police has issued an ' e-fit of a suspect ' after a woman was sexually assaulted in Worcester .
The force urged anyone with information to get in touch as they released the computer-generated image two months on from the attack .
It happened inside a property in Blakefield Road , in the St John ’ s area of the city , at around 5.15pm on Wednesday , July 15 .
The victim was being supported by specialist officers as an investigation was launched .
Patrols were also stepped up in the area to support and provide reassurance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said to be white , 5ft 11 and with stubble on his face and a shaved head , according to a description released at the time .
In a new statement alongside the e-fit , West Mercia Police said : `` We 've issued an e-fit of a suspect in a sexual assault that took place in Blakefield Road , St Johns in Worcester on 15 July .
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West Mercia Police has issued an 'e-fit of a suspect' after a woman was sexually assaulted in Worcester.
The force urged anyone with information to get in touch as they released the computer-generated image two months on from the attack.
It happened inside a property in Blakefield Road, in the St John’s area of the city, at around 5.15pm on Wednesday, July 15.
The victim was being supported by specialist officers as an investigation was launched.
Patrols were also stepped up in the area to support and provide reassurance to the community.
The suspect was said to be white, 5ft 11 and with stubble on his face and a shaved head, according to a description released at the time.
In a new statement alongside the e-fit, West Mercia Police said: "We've issued an e-fit of a suspect in a sexual assault that took place in Blakefield Road, St Johns in Worcester on 15 July.
"If you have any information please contact us via https://bit.ly/3lSE21d using reference 22/58844/20."
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birminghammail--2020-09-05--Three hurt in early hours crash near McDonald's

Three people were injured during an early-hours smash near a Wolverhampton McDonald 's .
Emergency services were called to the @ @ @ @ @ 12.45am on Saturday , September 5 .
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Three people were injured during an early-hours smash near a Wolverhampton McDonald's.
Emergency services were called to the A449 Stafford Road at around 12.45am on Saturday, September 5.
Police say the black BMW is believed to have collided with a roundabout.
The vehicle left the road and come to a stop on a grass verge - as can be seen in the photograph above.
No one was trapped but three people suffered injuries.
It is not clear whether they required hospital treatment.
West Midlands Fire Service said crews from Fallings Park made the car safe and left the incident with police.
A spokesman for West Midlands Police told Black Country Live: "It appears to be a single car which has collided with a roundabout at around 12.45am this morning.
"Three people in the car received injuries which are not thought to be life threatening."


birminghammail--2020-09-05--City police bust newly planted large cannabis farm

Police have bust a major cannabis farm which was in the early stages of growth .
Officers from Stechford and @ @ @ @ @ the illicit operation and said `` unfortunately for the owner these plants will never be @ @ @ @ @ Instead the crop will be `` off to the incinerator , '' police said today @ @ @ @ @ .
Pictures of the crop were shared by officers online showing scores of pots under @ @ @ @ @ .
Taking to Twitter , the Force Response team wrote : `` # CTEAM STECHFORD @ @ @ @ @ a newly planted cannabis grow , unfortunately for the owner these plants will never be @ @ @ @ @ to the incinerator @ WMPolice @ CannabisTeamWMP # CTEAM JB . ''
In a separate @ @ @ @ @ Force Response team in Solihull `` won a game of hide and seek '' after @ @ @ @ @ .
They said he was held on suspicion of burglaries in the Elmdon area and @ @ @ @ @ to be wanted for an assault in Birmingham .

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Police have bust a major cannabis farm which was in the early stages of growth.
Officers from Stechford and Hall Green said they disrupted the illicit operation and said "unfortunately for the owner these plants will never be ready to crop."
Instead the crop will be "off to the incinerator," police said today, Saturday, September 5.
Pictures of the crop were shared by officers online showing scores of pots under lights in measured heated surroundings.
Taking to Twitter, the Force Response team wrote: " #CTEAM STECHFORD & @HallGreenWMP have disrupted a newly planted cannabis grow, unfortunately for the owner these plants will never be ready to crop, off to the incinerator @WMPolice @CannabisTeamWMP #CTEAM JB."
In a separate incident, officers from the Force Response team in Solihull "won a game of hide and seek" after tracking down a suspected burglar.
They said he was held on suspicion of burglaries in the Elmdon area and following further checks was found to be wanted for an assault in Birmingham.


birminghammail--2020-09-05--Albion sign Bond up again as keeping department takes shape

Jonathan Bond has agreed a new one-year deal at West Brom .
The goalkeeper , who has been Sam Johnstone ’ s deputy for the last two years that Albion have spent in the Championship , has been training with his old teammates since pre-season commenced with a view to staying on after his contract expired .
The Baggies have wanted three senior stoppers at the club to compete with one another and , having added David Button on a two-year deal from Brighton , they ’ ve concluded their work in that particular department with the retention of Bond @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you do n't miss a thing - click here to sign up to our Albion newsletter Bond , to date , has made seven appearances for Albion - all of them coming in cup competitions .
Following the addition of Button and the deal with Bond , the club have also been able to send out Alex Palmer on loan - he ’ s joined Callum Morton at Lincoln City under the watchful eye of Michael Appleton .
Exciting stopper Josh Griffiths is also enjoying a loan spell this coming season - he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ midfielder Finn Azaz .
Of Button , and the general keeping set-up , sporting and technical director Luke Dowling said : “ He ’ s got a good record , good experience , is a good goalkeeping age and fits the bill perfectly .
“ We wanted to strengthen the department to push Sam on but also add another keeper who will want to go further than that and claim the shirt for himself .
“ It ’ s a question of the three keepers challenging each other to get better every day @ @ @ @ @ @ @ training .
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Jonathan Bond has agreed a new one-year deal at West Brom.
The goalkeeper, who has been Sam Johnstone’s deputy for the last two years that Albion have spent in the Championship, has been training with his old teammates since pre-season commenced with a view to staying on after his contract expired.
The Baggies have wanted three senior stoppers at the club to compete with one another and, having added David Button on a two-year deal from Brighton, they’ve concluded their work in that particular department with the retention of Bond for a further season.
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Bond, to date, has made seven appearances for Albion - all of them coming in cup competitions.
Following the addition of Button and the deal with Bond, the club have also been able to send out Alex Palmer on loan - he’s joined Callum Morton at Lincoln City under the watchful eye of Michael Appleton.
Exciting stopper Josh Griffiths is also enjoying a loan spell this coming season - he’s headed for Cheltenham Town with midfielder Finn Azaz.
Of Button, and the general keeping set-up, sporting and technical director Luke Dowling said: “He’s got a good record, good experience, is a good goalkeeping age and fits the bill perfectly.
“We wanted to strengthen the department to push Sam on but also add another keeper who will want to go further than that and claim the shirt for himself.
“It’s a question of the three keepers challenging each other to get better every day and help keep up that intensity in training.”


birminghammail--2020-09-05--Odsonne Edouard to Aston Villa latest as Celtic make £45m demand

After signing three senior strikers in the last 12 months , it looks inevitable that Aston Villa will be after further reinforcements in the current window .
Dean Smith and former sporting director Jesus Garcia Pitarch sanctioned a club-record deal for Wesley Moraes , while Mbwana Samatta and Borja Baston arrived in January after the Brazillian 's injury .
And although Wesley was improving before his serious knee injury , all three failed to hit the heights for Villa .
In total , Smith 's forwards contributed just six Premier League goals , with Wesley netting five before his season @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for our Villa newsletter with your email in the box at the top of the page or by clicking here It means , that with Villa about to embark on their second season back in the top-flight , finding goals from forward areas will be a priority .
Amid a host of names , the links with Celtic striker Odsonne Edouard have arguably excited fans more than any other .
The 22-year-old has scored 40 goals in just 49 league starts since joining the Glasgow giants from PSG for £10m two years ago @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the transfer links so far : At the start of August , The Sun claimed that Villa bosses had been in contact with Celtic chiefs about the striker 's availability this summer .
It was suggested at that point , that Celtic are determined to hold onto their star asset and will demand more than £40m , should they let him go .
Interest was then further reported by the Telegraph , with a suggestion that Villa 'know ' it will take £45m to see him move south of the border in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Villa 's interest at the end of last month ( August 23 ) , reporting a £30m bid is imminent to 'test ' Celtic .
Most recently , Sportsmail reported that Celtic bosses are instead looking for £45m in order to cover the sell-on fee they still owe to PSG .
Should Villa bring Edouard to B6 , they will have fought off serious competition from their Premier League rivals .
Four Four Two report that Leicester City boss Brendan Rodgers is keen to be reunited with his former player , while @ @ @ @ @ @ @ replacement for the out-of-favour Alexandre Lacazette .
What Celtic have said Neil Lennon has publicly claimed on a number of occasions that he intends to hold onto Edouard .
The recent signing of Albian Ajeti from West Ham had sparked rumours that he could be on the move .
But Lennon revealed he planned on using the two strikers in a partnership , rather than letting one leave the club .
He said : `` It ’ s a great signing for us , it ’ s an area we wanted to strengthen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ player ( Ajeti ) for quite a while .
`` He had a bit of a tough time at West Ham but that happens in players careers , he ’ s come here hungry and wanting to play and he ’ ll add a lot of firepower to what we have .
`` You ’ ve got Odsonne ( Edouard ) there , they ’ ll be a good partnership . ''
With links to the Premier League intensifying , Lennon was once again forced to insist that despite interest Celtic would do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ We can ’ t help that , it ’ s inevitable , but we ’ ll try to stave off any admirers , '' Lennon told the Daily Record recently .
“ I ’ m sure there are plenty out there , but we love having him here and I ’ m sure he ’ s enjoying it .
He ’ ll be well on the radar of clubs before the start of this season .
“ He had 28 goals up until March last season , and I was delighted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ delighted with the goals he got too , he was on the end of things and that pleased me .
“ I was really pleased , he scored great goals .
His volume of goals is really pleasing me .
“ They were striker ’ s goals .
Normally you associate Odsonne with brilliant individual goals , but there were a few tap-ins and a near-post run .
“ I ’ m absolutely thrilled and I ’ m sure he ’ s happy , but we are as a team looking to build @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” Following Celtic 's shock Champions League defeat to Ferencvaros , rumours swirled that the Frenchman would force a move from Parkhead .
Speaking after the loss , Edouard 's agent Lasana Koita confirmed the interest from Villa , but hinted that the lack of Champions League football would n't be a deciding factor .
“ I heard of the interest from Aston Villa , I read it in the newspaper , and I think it ’ s true .
But we have not had any contact with Aston Villa right now .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ there is still a target for Celtic .
There ’ s the Europa League and to go for 10 titles .
Ten titles is important for Odsonne .
“ We don ’ t know what will happen .
For now he is with Celtic .
We don ’ t discuss with any other team for now.
” Lennon also mentioned that a number of players had suggested they wanted to leave the club following the defeat .
But the Athletic 's Celtic reporter Kieran Devlin , told the Totally Scottish Football show , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the exit .
He said : “ From what I understand , Edouard isn ’ t one of the guys who wants to explicitly leave this window .
I think it ’ s very contingent on various other factors .
“ Champions League was very important to him , but I don ’ t think it was the deciding factor necessarily .
“ With rumours swirling , his Bhoys teammate James Forrest has revealed he is not letting speculation affect him and is enjoying his time at Parkhead .
“ The links to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you won ’ t get linked with the big teams if you are not producing big performances , '' said Forrest .
“ Odsonne enjoys it here .
He has just been his usual self and he looks happy here.
” The link sent fans on social media into a frenzy , with one saying : `` If we sign Edouard from Celtic , we ’ ve pulled off the biggest signing for Villa this decade . ''
`` Edouard ... Bring him to B6 , '' posted another .
A third wrote @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ] Watkins at Villa but he 'd have to be a bench player and try and push himself to get into the lineup .
We should be looking for slightly more for the main striker position , Edouard imo is perfect , I 've been a fan of him from last season . ''
`` I said this 2 weeks ago about Edouard , quality striker !
And as a Celtic & Villa fan I would welcome the move , '' said another .
A fifth excited supporter said : `` Edouard is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out in Scotland .
He 'd be near the top of my list for strikers . ''

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After signing three senior strikers in the last 12 months, Aston Villa are on the hunt for another one this summer.
Dean Smith and former sporting director Jesus Garcia Pitarch sanctioned a club-record deal for Wesley Moraes last year, while Mbwana Samatta and Borja Baston arrived in January after Wesley's injury.
While Wesley was improving before suffering ligament damage on New Year's Day, all three failed to hit the heights for Villa. In total, Smith's forwards contributed just six Premier League goals, with Wesley netting five before his season was ended in January.
It means, that with Villa about to embark on their second season back in the top-flight, finding goals from forward areas will be a priority.
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Amid a host of names, the links with Celtic striker Odsonne Edouard have arguably excited fans more than any other. The 22-year-old has been in the goals since joining the Glasgow giants from PSG for £10m two years ago.
Here's everything we know about the transfer links so far:
Villa's interest with Edouard still a 'live target'
At the start of August, The Sun claimed that Villa bosses had been in contact with Celtic chiefs about the striker's availability this summer.
It was suggested at that point, that Celtic are determined to hold onto their star asset and will demand more than £40m, should they let him go.
Interest was then further reported by the Telegraph, with a suggestion that Villa 'know' it will take £45m to see him move south of the border in the current window.
The Sun doubled down on Villa's interest at the end of last month (August 23), reporting a £30m bid is imminent to 'test' Celtic.
Most recently, Sportsmail reported that Celtic bosses are instead looking for £45m in order to cover the sell-on fee they still owe to PSG.
That fee would be a significant increase on anything Villa have spent before with the £22m move for Wesley last summer still the club's transfer record.
The Sun reported this weekend (September 6) that Edouard remains a 'live target' despite links to a number of other forwards.
Leicester move 'unlikely'
Leicester City, who are managed by ex-Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers, are also chasing Edouard but an update on the Foxes' interest has emerged in the national media.
In a boost for Villa, the Daily Mail claims Leicester are now 'unlikely' to make a move for Edouard while Celtic are demanding north of £40m.
He has also been linked with Arsenal over the summer.
What Celtic have said
Neil Lennon has publicly claimed on a number of occasions that he intends to hold onto Edouard.
The recent signing of Albian Ajeti from West Ham had sparked rumours that he could be on the move but boss Lennon has made it clear he intends to create a partnership between the pair.
He said: "It’s a great signing for us, it’s an area we wanted to strengthen and we’ve been following the player (Ajeti) for quite a while.
"He had a bit of a tough time at West Ham but that happens in players careers, he’s come here hungry and wanting to play and he’ll add a lot of firepower to what we have.
"You’ve got Odsonne (Edouard) there, they’ll be a good partnership."
With links to the Premier League intensifying, Lennon was once again forced to insist that despite interest Celtic would do all they can to hang onto him.
“We can’t help that, it’s inevitable, but we’ll try to stave off any admirers," Lennon told the Daily Record recently.
“I’m sure there are plenty out there, but we love having him here and I’m sure he’s enjoying it. He’ll be well on the radar of clubs before the start of this season.
“He had 28 goals up until March last season, and I was delighted with that goal return. I was delighted with the goals he got too, he was on the end of things and that pleased me.
“I was really pleased, he scored great goals. His volume of goals is really pleasing me.
“They were striker’s goals. Normally you associate Odsonne with brilliant individual goals, but there were a few tap-ins and a near-post run.
“I’m absolutely thrilled and I’m sure he’s happy, but we are as a team looking to build on what we’ve started with.”
Champions League exit
Rumours swirled that the Frenchman would force a move from Parkhead following Celtic's shock Champions League defeat to Ferencvaros.
Speaking after the loss, Edouard's agent Lasana Koita confirmed the interest from Villa, but hinted that the lack of Champions League football wouldn't be a deciding factor.
“I heard of the interest from Aston Villa, I read it in the newspaper, and I think it’s true. But we have not had any contact with Aston Villa right now.
“We are going to wait because there is still a target for Celtic. There’s the Europa League and to go for 10 titles. Ten titles is important for Odsonne.
“We don’t know what will happen. For now he is with Celtic. We don’t discuss with any other team for now.”
Lennon also mentioned that a number of players had suggested they wanted to leave the club following the defeat.
But the Athletic's Celtic reporter Kieran Devlin, told the Totally Scottish Football show, that Edouard wasn't one pushing for the exit.
He said: “From what I understand, Edouard isn’t one of the guys who wants to explicitly leave this window. I think it’s very contingent on various other factors.
“Champions League was very important to him, but I don’t think it was the deciding factor necessarily. “
How he feels
His Bhoys teammate James Forrest has revealed he is not letting speculation affect him and is enjoying his time at Parkhead.
“The links to other teams is a good thing as you won’t get linked with the big teams if you are not producing big performances," said Forrest.
“Odsonne enjoys it here. He has just been his usual self and he looks happy here.”


birminghammail--2020-09-05--Confirmed: West Brom secure fourth signing as Button arrives

West Brom have completed their fourth signing of the summer - and their third in 24 hours - with the signing of experienced goalkeeper David Button .
The stopper has arrived from Brighton and Hove Albion , the Baggies ’ pre-season friendly opponents this Saturday afternoon , to provide competition for first choice Sam Johnstone .
Johnstone has played every minute of each league game for the past two years , with Jonathan Bond as his understudy , but Albion have deemed extra competition in the goalkeeping department necessary to keep Johnstone on his toes .
Make sure you do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to sign up to our Albion newsletter Button , 31 , came through the ranks at Tottenham and had a series of loan spells away from White Hart Lane before joining Charlton on a permanent deal in 2012 .
He swiftly moved across the city to Brentford , where he was a regular for three years , and then onto Fulham from 2016 to 2018 .
Button joined Brighton as a back up to first choice Mat Ryan and has deputised for the past couple of seasons , making ten appearances in all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a two-year contract at The Hawthorns and has laid out his aspirations of playing regularly - though that will mean displacing Johnstone .
“ I have ambitions of playing and helping the team as much as possible but I obviously understand that Sam has got them promoted last season so he will start the season , ” Button said .
“ It ’ s up to me to push him and show the manager what I can do and take my chances when I get them .
“ Hopefully there ’ ll be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ certainly .
I ’ m quite calm and comfortable with my feet too and commanding in my box so I ’ d say they ’ re my main strengths .
“ Last season West Brom were always good to watch and have some really nice attacking players .
Off the pitch as well I ’ ve heard a lot of good things about how close everyone is and I ’ m looking forward to getting to know everyone and being a part of that .
“ The goal this season is to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ view I ’ m ambitious and want to play as much as I can so I ’ ll be pushing Sam and making sure if I ’ m not playing then he ’ s playing well so that can only benefit everybody .
“ We ’ ll all be pushing to bring the best out of each other .
As soon as I heard they were in for me I was delighted and now it ’ s over the line and signed I can ’ t wait to get going .
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West Brom have completed their fourth signing of the summer - and their third in 24 hours - with the signing of experienced goalkeeper David Button.
The stopper has arrived from Brighton and Hove Albion, the Baggies’ pre-season friendly opponents this Saturday afternoon, to provide competition for first choice Sam Johnstone.
Johnstone has played every minute of each league game for the past two years, with Jonathan Bond as his understudy, but Albion have deemed extra competition in the goalkeeping department necessary to keep Johnstone on his toes.
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Button, 31, came through the ranks at Tottenham and had a series of loan spells away from White Hart Lane before joining Charlton on a permanent deal in 2012.
He swiftly moved across the city to Brentford, where he was a regular for three years, and then onto Fulham from 2016 to 2018.
Button joined Brighton as a back up to first choice Mat Ryan and has deputised for the past couple of seasons, making ten appearances in all competitions.
He’s now agreed a two-year contract at The Hawthorns and has laid out his aspirations of playing regularly - though that will mean displacing Johnstone.
“I have ambitions of playing and helping the team as much as possible but I obviously understand that Sam has got them promoted last season so he will start the season,” Button said.
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“It’s up to me to push him and show the manager what I can do and take my chances when I get them.
“Hopefully there’ll be things I can bring to the squad certainly. I’m quite calm and comfortable with my feet too and commanding in my box so I’d say they’re my main strengths.
“Last season West Brom were always good to watch and have some really nice attacking players. Off the pitch as well I’ve heard a lot of good things about how close everyone is and I’m looking forward to getting to know everyone and being a part of that.
“The goal this season is to be successful and from a personal point of view I’m ambitious and want to play as much as I can so I’ll be pushing Sam and making sure if I’m not playing then he’s playing well so that can only benefit everybody.
“We’ll all be pushing to bring the best out of each other. As soon as I heard they were in for me I was delighted and now it’s over the line and signed I can’t wait to get going.”


birminghammail--2020-09-05--Arsenal fans say the same thing about Maitland-Niles' England post

Wolverhampton Wanderers ' pursuit of Ainsley Maitland-Niles hit a major speed bump this week , with Arsenal ready to make a U-turn on his status at the Emirates .
Last month , it was reported that the Gunners were willing to sell the versatile midfielder , with Mikel Arteta looking to raise funds for his own transfer plans .
Sky Sports reported that Wolves were in 'advanced ' talks with Maitland-Niles , after launching an initial £15m bid .
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That offer was rejected , amid suggestions Arsenal would demand closer to £25m for the 23-year-old .
However , further @ @ @ @ @ @ @ persuade the Gunners hierarchy to keep hold of the academy graduate , particularly after his Man of the Match display in the Community Shield win over Liverpool .
Those impressive performances also went a long way to Maitland-Niles receiving his maiden international call-up , where along with Wolves skipper Conor Coady , he has been training with the England senior team .
The pair travelled to Reykjavik on Friday ahead of Saturday 's Nations League game with Iceland .
Before that flight , the official England Twitter account posted an image of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a predictably panicked response from Arsenal fans .
One supporter posted : “ Why ’ s Coady trying to tempt our boy ?
” “ Coady needs to relax he 's not coming anymore , ” said a second .
While another said : “ Coady better not be begging him to go Wolves.
” A fourth Tweeted : “ Agent Coady get AMN away from him , ” while a fifth said : “ Him chilling with Wolves players was the opposite of what I wanted to see .
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Last month, it was reported that the Gunners were willing to sell the versatile midfielder, with Mikel Arteta looking to raise funds for his own transfer plans.
Sky Sports reported that Wolves were in 'advanced' talks with Maitland-Niles, after launching an initial £15m bid.
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That offer was rejected, amid suggestions Arsenal would demand closer to £25m for the 23-year-old.
However, further reports then claimed Arteta had managed to persuade the Gunners hierarchy to keep hold of the academy graduate, particularly after his Man of the Match display in the Community Shield win over Liverpool.
Those impressive performances also went a long way to Maitland-Niles receiving his maiden international call-up, where along with Wolves skipper Conor Coady, he has been training with the England senior team.
The pair travelled to Reykjavik on Friday ahead of Saturday's Nations League game with Iceland. Before that flight, the official England Twitter account posted an image of the two recent call-ups - and it sparked a predictably panicked response from Arsenal fans.
One supporter posted: “Why’s Coady trying to tempt our boy?”
“Coady needs to relax he's not coming anymore,” said a second. While another said: “Coady better not be begging him to go Wolves.”
A fourth Tweeted: “Agent Coady get AMN away from him,” while a fifth said: “Him chilling with Wolves players was the opposite of what I wanted to see.”


birminghammail--2020-09-05--Robbie Savage makes Aston Villa prediction - on one condition

Robbie Savage has tipped Aston Villa to be relegated from the Premier League this coming season - if they part with captain Jack Grealish .
Former Blues midfielder Savage , who is a pundit nowadays , has predicted how the top flight table will look come May 2021 - and he sees Villa ’ s hopes of survival resting on Grealish ’ s situation .
The Lions skipper has finally been called up to the England squad this month , after a sterling season on a personal level in which he helped drag Villa over the line in the final @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do n't miss a thing - click here to sign up to our Villa newsletter Savage believes that his newfound international status may only encourage any potential suitors to make contact with Villa , and so his future will be key to the side ’ s chances of remaining in the top flight for a third campaign .
“ It ’ s pretty straightforward , ” Savage explained to the Mirror .
“ If Jack Grealish stays , Villa will stay up , but if he leaves , they will go down , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s been called up by England , he ’ ll be even more prominent in the shop window .
“ Looking back , taking eight points from their last four games was a miraculous escape.
” As things stand , Savage reckons Villa will finish 18th , just above newly promoted Fulham and West Brom .
Villa , meanwhile , are intent on strengthening their squad in the transfer window to avoid such a scenario .
They ’ ve added versatile Matty Cash to their ranks after he arrived from Nottingham Forest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ attacking reinforcements too before the window closes at the beginning of October .

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Robbie Savage has tipped Aston Villa to be relegated from the Premier League this coming season - if they part with captain Jack Grealish.
Former Blues midfielder Savage, who is a pundit nowadays, has predicted how the top flight table will look come May 2021 - and he sees Villa’s hopes of survival resting on Grealish’s situation.
The Lions skipper has finally been called up to the England squad this month, after a sterling season on a personal level in which he helped drag Villa over the line in the final cluster of games.
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Savage believes that his newfound international status may only encourage any potential suitors to make contact with Villa, and so his future will be key to the side’s chances of remaining in the top flight for a third campaign.
“It’s pretty straightforward,” Savage explained to the Mirror. “If Jack Grealish stays, Villa will stay up, but if he leaves, they will go down, simple as that – and now he’s been called up by England, he’ll be even more prominent in the shop window.
“Looking back, taking eight points from their last four games was a miraculous escape.”
As things stand, Savage reckons Villa will finish 18th, just above newly promoted Fulham and West Brom.
Villa, meanwhile, are intent on strengthening their squad in the transfer window to avoid such a scenario.
They’ve added versatile Matty Cash to their ranks after he arrived from Nottingham Forest and are intent on bringing in further attacking reinforcements too before the window closes at the beginning of October.


birminghammail--2020-09-05--Gremio forward Pepe left out of squad amid Wolves transfer 'contact'

Wolverhampton Wanderers are monitoring Gremio forward Pepe , according to reports in Brazil .
The 23-year-old , who can play across the forward line , has become an integral part of Gremio 's side in the Brazillian top-flight .
Those performances have reportedly led to interest from a number of clubs across Europe , including Wolves .
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Google Play Store and App Store Pepe has started the new Serie A season in fine form , scoring in his last two games @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reported on Friday night that Wolves were interested in bringing to the Premier League .
Those claims were further backed up by UOL Esporte , who suggest Pepe 's agent is due to fly into London to hold talks with representatives at Molineux about a possible transfer .
The report adds that although no official bid has been launched yet , the meeting could turn Wolves ' interest into something more official .
The forward has been training on his own in preparations for Gremio 's game with Atletico Goianiense , after suffering @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he will miss that clash altogether .
Wolves are yet to make a signing for the senior squad in the summer window , the only Premier League club yet to do so .
On Friday , the arrival of Toti Gomes was confirmed from Estoril , although the defender will join Grasshoppers on loan for the upcoming season .

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Wolverhampton Wanderers are monitoring Gremio forward Pepe, according to reports in Brazil.
The 23-year-old, who can play across the forward line, has become an integral part of Gremio's side in the Brazillian top-flight.
Those performances have reportedly led to interest from a number of clubs across Europe, including Wolves.
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Pepe has started the new Serie A season in fine form, scoring in his last two games for the struggling side. And SporTV reported on Friday night that Wolves were interested in bringing to the Premier League.
Those claims were further backed up by UOL Esporte, who suggest Pepe's agent is due to fly into London to hold talks with representatives at Molineux about a possible transfer.
The report adds that although no official bid has been launched yet, the meeting could turn Wolves' interest into something more official.
The forward has been training on his own in preparations for Gremio's game with Atletico Goianiense, after suffering a thigh strain, with initial reports he will miss that clash altogether.
Wolves are yet to make a signing for the senior squad in the summer window, the only Premier League club yet to do so. On Friday, the arrival of Toti Gomes was confirmed from Estoril, although the defender will join Grasshoppers on loan for the upcoming season.


birminghammail--2020-09-05--Albion have sealed the perfect deal - and West Ham squad know it

In every sense , Grady Diangana ’ s move to West Brom is Albion ’ s gain and the Irons ’ loss - and their own playing squad know it .
‘ Mr West Ham ’ Noble pulled no punches at the club hierarchy ’ s decision as he posted : “ As captain of this football club I ’ m gutted , angry and sad that Grady has left , great kid with a great future !
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” Make sure you do n't miss a thing - click here to sign up to our Albion @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ Go and do your thing at a club that respects you.
” The internal problems at the London Stadium are no concern of Albion ’ s ; if anything , they ’ ve duly taken advantage and acquired a player who ticks every box .
When Diangana left The Hawthorns for the final time in July , having fired the Baggies back to the Premier League with a goal and an assist against QPR , it didn ’ t appear likely that he ’ d be returning - certainly not on a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ d been performing admirably in pre-season under David Moyes , too , hoping to make a long-awaited breakthrough into the West Ham first-team .
There were high hopes among the fanbase that they might call upon an academy star to show their expensive under performing first-teamers how it ’ s done .
They ’ ve not been able to move those same players on , though , so it ’ s Diangana who has been deemed a necessary sale in order to raise funds - and Albion are , without a shadow of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was never seriously likely to end up anywhere other than The Hawthorns when word spread that he was available ; he ’ s adored by the supporters and reunites with a squad who are fond of him and a management he enjoys playing under .
Diangana ’ s traits are plentiful .
He ’ s got an eye for goal , is a genuine entertainer with his bag of tricks , improves the Baggies ’ wing ranks no end and is an England U21 international to boot .
Albion ’ s signing of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have been striving for in the last couple of years ; Diangana is a player who is of a good age that - with any luck , after a full campaign in the top flight - could be worth more to them in 12 months than what they ’ ve agreed to pay West Ham for him .
It ’ s an investment , certainly , but the Baggies and Slaven Bilic have seen enough in him over the course of the last season to know exactly what they ’ re getting - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the deal quickly , and to spend a significant portion of their transfer fund to land him .
The deal , which was confirmed on Friday , was celebrated by Albion fans but left the Irons , as a group of supporters and a group of players , reeling .
Such a reaction speaks volumes of how highly rated Diangana is in those quarters .
But then , Albion supporters know that , anyway .

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Mark Noble tweeted. Arthur Masuaku responded. Declan Rice ‘liked’ it. Jack Wilshere agreed, too.
In every sense, Grady Diangana’s move to West Brom is Albion’s gain and the Irons’ loss - and their own playing squad know it.
‘Mr West Ham’ Noble pulled no punches at the club hierarchy’s decision as he posted: “As captain of this football club I’m gutted, angry and sad that Grady has left, great kid with a great future!!!!!”
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Fellow midfielder Wilshere even added: “Go and do your thing at a club that respects you.”
The internal problems at the London Stadium are no concern of Albion’s; if anything, they’ve duly taken advantage and acquired a player who ticks every box.
When Diangana left The Hawthorns for the final time in July, having fired the Baggies back to the Premier League with a goal and an assist against QPR, it didn’t appear likely that he’d be returning - certainly not on a permanent basis, anyway.
He’d been performing admirably in pre-season under David Moyes, too, hoping to make a long-awaited breakthrough into the West Ham first-team. There were high hopes among the fanbase that they might call upon an academy star to show their expensive under performing first-teamers how it’s done.
They’ve not been able to move those same players on, though, so it’s Diangana who has been deemed a necessary sale in order to raise funds - and Albion are, without a shadow of a doubt, the beneficiaries.
Diangana was never seriously likely to end up anywhere other than The Hawthorns when word spread that he was available; he’s adored by the supporters and reunites with a squad who are fond of him and a management he enjoys playing under.
Diangana’s traits are plentiful. He’s got an eye for goal, is a genuine entertainer with his bag of tricks, improves the Baggies’ wing ranks no end and is an England U21 international to boot.
Albion’s signing of him fits in with what the club have been striving for in the last couple of years; Diangana is a player who is of a good age that - with any luck, after a full campaign in the top flight - could be worth more to them in 12 months than what they’ve agreed to pay West Ham for him.
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It’s an investment, certainly, but the Baggies and Slaven Bilic have seen enough in him over the course of the last season to know exactly what they’re getting - that’s prompted them to do the deal quickly, and to spend a significant portion of their transfer fund to land him.
The deal, which was confirmed on Friday, was celebrated by Albion fans but left the Irons, as a group of supporters and a group of players, reeling. Such a reaction speaks volumes of how highly rated Diangana is in those quarters.
But then, Albion supporters know that, anyway.


birminghammail--2020-09-05--Newcastle launch fresh Callum Wilson bid as Villa offer is rejected

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birminghammail--2020-09-05--Aston Villa fans bewildered by surprising Said Benrahma transfer update

Aston Villa remain linked to Brentford winger Said Benrahma , but a new transfer update has surprised fans .
Villa have made Benrahma 's Bees counterpart Ollie Watkins their primary target this summer , and are seemingly on the verge of completing a deal .
However , the situation of Benrahma has stirred interest .
In separate reports , Benrahma 's value has been placed at £20m and £25m , with the truth perhaps lying between those values - seen as a near bargain by Villa fans .
In a surprise twist , The Telegraph state that both Villa and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ million fee , while Sportsmail believe that Benrahma - along with Watkins - is available for £25 million .
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Sign up for our Villa newsletter with your email in the box at the top of the page or click here Here 's some of the best reaction from social media : @ VillaGarvey : What on Earth we should just pay it if it ’ s that low Jake : We should be all over Benrahma at 20 million !
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Steve : Do n't understand this .
Been tracking him for 2 years , they rate him , he 's had a great season , we need a winger , we know he works well with Watkins ... .. Just get the deal done !
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Aston Villa remain linked to Brentford winger Said Benrahma, but a new transfer update has surprised fans.
Villa have made Benrahma's Bees counterpart Ollie Watkins their primary target this summer, and are seemingly on the verge of completing a deal.
However, the situation of Benrahma has stirred interest.
In separate reports, Benrahma's value has been placed at £20m and £25m, with the truth perhaps lying between those values - seen as a near bargain by Villa fans.
In a surprise twist, The Telegraph state that both Villa and West Ham have balked at a £20 million fee, while Sportsmail believe that Benrahma - along with Watkins - is available for £25 million.
That has left Villa fans urging their side to complete a deal.
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Here's some of the best reaction from social media:
@VillaGarvey: What on Earth we should just pay it if it’s that low
Jake: We should be all over Benrahma at 20 million!
Alex: Just pay it!
Peter: Get him quick before someone else does!
Steve: Don't understand this. Been tracking him for 2 years, they rate him, he's had a great season, we need a winger, we know he works well with Watkins..... Just get the deal done!
Martyn: Don't think we will get him. I think another club will get him.


birminghammail--2020-09-05--This is what Brummies would like to see replacing the John Lewis store

The news of the closure of the flagship John Lewis store at Grand Central was met with widespread shock from shoppers and city chiefs .
The £35 million store opened in 2015 as part of the much anticipated Grand Central £750m regeneration project - heralding a bright new shopping era for Birmingham .
After John Lewis first dropped the closure bombshell in July , Grand Central owners Hammerson said they would be `` exploring future alternatives '' for the space .
A spokesperson for Bullring and Grand Central said : `` Grand Central ’ s location in New Street Station @ @ @ @ @ @ @ part of the busiest train station outside of London ... the strong city centre and high footfall location of the current John Lewis space lends itself to future alternative uses , which we will explore.
” Over on discussion site Reddit , people have already started speculating what could replace the sprawling site .
At the start of a thread Reddit user u/Turtly07 said : `` What do you guys think will take the place of this huge store ?
It sounds like if John Lewis was struggling , then I can ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can succeed there . ''
Here are Reddit reader comments on what they think should replace the store .
NotABrummie was the first to give their suggestion posting : `` As a slightly weird longshot , I 'd suggest an IKEA .
Either that or it 'll be split up into a load of different shops . ''
Helloreceiver added : `` I really hope so , especially with the Cov town centre one gone . ''
Imitiaz90 agreed saying : `` I like the IKEA idea , if any company can use @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , it is them . ''
However H0vitO dismissed the suggestion replying : `` There was an IKEA shop in the town centre before and it didn ’ t do too well . ''
The indoor laser tag chain offers games for children & adults in multi-level environment so the former John Lewis would definitely be a suitable venue .
This idea was enthusiastically received by stalinsnicerbrother who responded : `` **** yeah '' .
It would liven up Saturdays in town , that 's for sure .
TheKingMonkey wondered whether Grand Central @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a new Pallasades full of the same low rent shops The user said : `` I thought they were bluffing to try and get a rent reduction or something .
The Debenhams in the Bullring announced it was closing permanently yet it reopened , I figured they ’ d done some kind of deal .
I still wouldn ’ t be surprised if the John Lewis reopens , but if it doesn ’ t then I think there ’ s gon na be a huge empty space there and I ’ m curious @ @ @ @ @ @ @ filled with low rent shops like the Pallasades was . ''
We all have fond memories of this store at the old Bull Ring centre back in the 1990s .
The discount women 's fashion retailer Mark One predated Primark - with 125 shops across the UK , including Brum .
As well as warming to the the IKEA idea , Imitiaz90 also suggested a giant food court adding to Grand Central 's already pretty hefty culinary offering .
This would make the complex a primarily foodie destination - something many people unofficially @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from IKEA , maybe creating a food court ?
Grand Central has become a food hub of sorts so maybe go along with that and open the store to independents and offer the plots at 50 % rates to help create successful businesses .
`` I would stray away from a large department store taking up the spot .
It 's tempting to have a big brand but if it is n't a store like IKEA then something which showcases the best of Birmingham , not what big brand is occupying space .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ make a good food court .
'Interesting independent shops like the good old Bullring old days' Mr Strange said : `` The old bullring was full of interesting low-rent shops .
I hated that it was pulled down and replaced by bland high-end tat shops .
`` Perhaps the cycle will repeat itself , and we 'll get some interesting retailers moving in . ''
Nixie9 added : '' I used to love independent shops in Birmingham , it was our greatest asset , then the bullring happened and all that and new @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` But the last couple of years we are seeing a real return to independents .
I ’ d love if that invaded grand central/bull ring too . ''
Homeware and housegoods chain Wilko was also a popular choice .
SquireBev said : `` We could do with a Wilko ... '' This led imthebozz to comment : '' Omg when I moved to Brum and found out there was n't a Wilkos here I almost moved back ! ''
There are four Japan Centres in and around London but none around @ @ @ @ @ @ @ largest selection of authentic Japanese food , drink and lifestyle products in Europe ' .
Considering John Lewis and Grand Central 's back entrance marks the official start of Brum Chinatown - when an array of East Asia cuisine , this suggestion is not as leftfield as it might initially sound .
`` I 'd love to see a Japan Centre in Birmingham .
I always go to the one in London whenever I am down there , and they have a lot of imported stuff you do n't see in many other @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that they never really branched out from the capital .
`` Plus , if they followed suit with the London Store and had their eating area and fresh food to go sections , the John Lewis store would be a great place for them , as it could be another option for people wanting something to eat before/after their journey , or for those wanting a snack for while they are on the train . ''
stoicforlife said : `` They should turn it into a massive rock climbing centre , it would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ could host international competitions . ''
Freezingweazel reasoned : `` As cool as it would be I imagine the rent would be way to high for something like that .
They always seem to be on the outskirts of town in run-down looking warehouses . ''

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The news of the closure of the flagship John Lewis store at Grand Central was met with widespread shock from shoppers and city chiefs.
The £35 million store opened in 2015 as part of the much anticipated Grand Central £750m regeneration project - heralding a bright new shopping era for Birmingham.
After John Lewis first dropped the closure bombshell in July, Grand Central owners Hammerson said they would be "exploring future alternatives" for the space.
(Image: Graham Young / BirminghamLive)
A spokesperson for Bullring and Grand Central said: "Grand Central’s location in New Street Station attracts over 20m visitors a year as part of the busiest train station outside of London... the strong city centre and high footfall location of the current John Lewis space lends itself to future alternative uses, which we will explore.”
Over on discussion site Reddit, people have already started speculating what could replace the sprawling site.
At the start of a thread Reddit user u/Turtly07 said: "What do you guys think will take the place of this huge store? It sounds like if John Lewis was struggling, then I can’t think of another department store that can succeed there."
Here are Reddit reader comments on what they think should replace the store.
'IKEA'
(Image: Birmingham Mail)
NotABrummie was the first to give their suggestion posting: "As a slightly weird longshot, I'd suggest an IKEA. Either that or it'll be split up into a load of different shops."
Helloreceiver added: "I really hope so, especially with the Cov town centre one gone."
Imitiaz90 agreed saying: "I like the IKEA idea, if any company can use the space with their offerings and diversity, it is them."
However H0vitO dismissed the suggestion replying: "There was an IKEA shop in the town centre before and it didn’t do too well."
'Laser Quest'
Three_shoes piped up with: "Laser Quest."
The indoor laser tag chain offers games for children & adults in multi-level environment so the former John Lewis would definitely be a suitable venue.
This idea was enthusiastically received by stalinsnicerbrother who responded: "**** yeah".
It would liven up Saturdays in town, that's for sure.
'A new Pallasades of low rent shops'
TheKingMonkey wondered whether Grand Central would become what it initially replaced - a new Pallasades full of the same low rent shops
The user said: "I thought they were bluffing to try and get a rent reduction or something. The Debenhams in the Bullring announced it was closing permanently yet it reopened, I figured they’d done some kind of deal. I still wouldn’t be surprised if the John Lewis reopens, but if it doesn’t then I think there’s gonna be a huge empty space there and I’m curious if it will just end up being filled with low rent shops like the Pallasades was."
'Mark One'
We all have fond memories of this store at the old Bull Ring centre back in the 1990s.
The discount women's fashion retailer Mark One predated Primark - with 125 shops across the UK, including Brum.
Boris-B*****ov said:"I reckon Mark One is gonna make a comeback."
'A food court'
As well as warming to the the IKEA idea, Imitiaz90 also suggested a giant food court adding to Grand Central's already pretty hefty culinary offering.
This would make the complex a primarily foodie destination - something many people unofficially see it as anyway.
"Aside from IKEA, maybe creating a food court? Grand Central has become a food hub of sorts so maybe go along with that and open the store to independents and offer the plots at 50% rates to help create successful businesses.
"I would stray away from a large department store taking up the spot. It's tempting to have a big brand but if it isn't a store like IKEA then something which showcases the best of Birmingham, not what big brand is occupying space."
User Universalquestioning also said it would make a good food court.
'Interesting independent shops like the good old Bullring old days'
Mr Strange said: "The old bullring was full of interesting low-rent shops. I hated that it was pulled down and replaced by bland high-end tat shops.
"Perhaps the cycle will repeat itself, and we'll get some interesting retailers moving in."
Nixie9 added:"I used to love independent shops in Birmingham, it was our greatest asset, then the bullring happened and all that and new street got all gentrified with these chains.
"But the last couple of years we are seeing a real return to independents. I’d love if that invaded grand central/bull ring too."
'A giant Wilko'
Homeware and housegoods chain Wilko was also a popular choice.
SquireBev said: "We could do with a Wilko..." This led imthebozz to comment:"Omg when I moved to Brum and found out there wasn't a Wilkos here I almost moved back!"
'Japan Centre'
There are four Japan Centres in and around London but none around the Midlands.
The chain offers 'the largest selection of authentic Japanese food, drink and lifestyle products in Europe'.
Considering John Lewis and Grand Central's back entrance marks the official start of Brum Chinatown - when an array of East Asia cuisine, this suggestion is not as leftfield as it might initially sound.
"I'd love to see a Japan Centre in Birmingham. I always go to the one in London whenever I am down there, and they have a lot of imported stuff you don't see in many other stores. It's a little disappointing that they never really branched out from the capital.
"Plus, if they followed suit with the London Store and had their eating area and fresh food to go sections, the John Lewis store would be a great place for them, as it could be another option for people wanting something to eat before/after their journey, or for those wanting a snack for while they are on the train."
'B&M'
Majormantastic said he'd prefer "Wickes or B&M".
'A massive rock climbing centre'
stoicforlife said: "They should turn it into a massive rock climbing centre, it would probably be the biggest in europe and could host international competitions."
Freezingweazel reasoned: "As cool as it would be I imagine the rent would be way to high for something like that. They always seem to be on the outskirts of town in run-down looking warehouses."


birminghammail--2020-09-05--Couple walk out in disgust after 45mins in 'grubby' city Airbnb

A couple walked out of their Airbnb in Birmingham in disgust just 45 minutes after arriving - slamming it as a `` grimy and grubby little flat '' .
Forbes Coleman and his girlfriend paid £145 for three nights in the Stirchley apartment .
But they claim there were hairs in the bed and shower tray , grime in the kitchen , a stain on the bedroom carpet and half a loaf of stale bread and out of date milk in the fridge .
They left after just 45 minutes but say they spent two weeks battling with Airbnb for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ when BirminghamLive contacted the company .
Forbes , aged 36 , a recording studio owner , and his 37-year-old psychotherapist girlfriend , live in Brighton but are moving to Birmingham .
They put an offer on a house in Cotteridge in July , but the sale fell through and they were forced to make an emergency trip to the area last month to find another property before they lost their buyers .
They booked the one bedroom flat in Stirchley for three nights from August 21 to 24 through Airbnb .
The platform @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out their homes for cheaper prices than hotels and guest houses .
Forbes said : `` We were n't coming up for a holiday , we just wanted somewhere to stay for a couple of days while we looked at houses .
`` We got to the flat , thought it was clean and simple , dumped our bags and headed out for our first viewing .
`` It was only when we came back and sat down that we noticed the place was actually disgustingly filthy .
`` When we pulled back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a couple of hair and a chewing gum stain on the carpet .
`` In the kitchen there was grime on the hob and in the fridge we found a half-eaten loaf of bread and an opened carton of milk that was out of date .
`` We went in the bathroom and there were hairs in the shower tray , and there was damp and mould in places .
`` It was just a grimy grubby little flat . ''
Forbes said they decided they could n't sleep there so went to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who were fortunately away on holiday and let them house-sit .
They immediately contacted Airbnb and told them about the state of the flat and asked for a refund - but claimed they were initially blamed for the mess .
He said : `` They accused me of putting hairs in the bed - I 'm bald !
- and of planting out of date milk , but we 're vegan !
`` Somehow they also claimed that the damp and mould in the property is my fault , when it was a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ work to fix .
`` They refused to refund me and the host has convinced them that I made the mess in his disgusting flat despite 22 photos of evidence .
`` We were reluctant to travel during a pandemic to a city which was on the watch list for a local lockdown .
And then we turn up to a dangerously uncleaned apartment - we could n't believe it . ''
Forbes raised a dispute with Airbnb and also enlisted the help of his credit card company to try and claim back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ only after BirminghamLive contacted the company that they agreed to a full refund .
`` They have now issued a full refund , which I 100 per cent attribute to BirminghamLive 's contact with the press department , '' he said .
`` My partner went to university in Birmingham and was really keen to live in the Cotteridge and Stirchley area as she has fond memories from her time as a student there .
`` We are sick of Brighton and were looking forward to a new start in Birmingham .
We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Stirchley now , with a big enough garden for me to build a recording studio in , so hopefully will be moving up here very soon . ''
A spokesman for Airbnb said they had now refunded Mr Coleman in full and had taken `` appropriate action '' with the owner of the flat .
`` We were disappointed to learn about this experience , have reached out to the guest to help make things right and the listing has been suspended from the platform , '' a spokesman said .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Airbnb to date , isolated issues are rare and in the event they do happen , we advice guests to contact the host and give them a chance to address the concern .
`` Our global community support team is on hand 24/7 .
Our Guest Guarantee means that if a guest checks into a listing that does not meet our accuracy or quality standards , we will rebook them or offer 100 per cent of their money back . ''

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A couple walked out of their Airbnb in Birmingham in disgust just 45 minutes after arriving - slamming it as a "grimy and grubby little flat".
Forbes Coleman and his girlfriend paid £145 for three nights in the Stirchley apartment.
But they claim there were hairs in the bed and shower tray, grime in the kitchen, a stain on the bedroom carpet and half a loaf of stale bread and out of date milk in the fridge.
They left after just 45 minutes but say they spent two weeks battling with Airbnb for a refund - and were only successful when BirminghamLive contacted the company.
(Image: Forbes Coleman)
Forbes, aged 36, a recording studio owner, and his 37-year-old psychotherapist girlfriend, live in Brighton but are moving to Birmingham.
They put an offer on a house in Cotteridge in July, but the sale fell through and they were forced to make an emergency trip to the area last month to find another property before they lost their buyers.
They booked the one bedroom flat in Stirchley for three nights from August 21 to 24 through Airbnb. The platform operates worldwide and sees property owners let out their homes for cheaper prices than hotels and guest houses.
(Image: Forbes Coleman)
Forbes said: "We weren't coming up for a holiday, we just wanted somewhere to stay for a couple of days while we looked at houses.
"We got to the flat, thought it was clean and simple, dumped our bags and headed out for our first viewing.
"It was only when we came back and sat down that we noticed the place was actually disgustingly filthy.
"When we pulled back the duvet in the bedroom there were a couple of hair and a chewing gum stain on the carpet.
"In the kitchen there was grime on the hob and in the fridge we found a half-eaten loaf of bread and an opened carton of milk that was out of date.
(Image: Forbes Coleman)
"We went in the bathroom and there were hairs in the shower tray, and there was damp and mould in places.
"It was just a grimy grubby little flat."
Forbes said they decided they couldn't sleep there so went to stay with their friends in Stirchley, who were fortunately away on holiday and let them house-sit.
They immediately contacted Airbnb and told them about the state of the flat and asked for a refund - but claimed they were initially blamed for the mess.
He said: "They accused me of putting hairs in the bed - I'm bald! - and of planting out of date milk, but we're vegan!
(Image: Forbes Coleman)
"Somehow they also claimed that the damp and mould in the property is my fault, when it was a years old problem that needs proper building work to fix.
"They refused to refund me and the host has convinced them that I made the mess in his disgusting flat despite 22 photos of evidence.
"We were reluctant to travel during a pandemic to a city which was on the watch list for a local lockdown. And then we turn up to a dangerously uncleaned apartment - we couldn't believe it."
(Image: Forbes Coleman/Instagram)
Forbes raised a dispute with Airbnb and also enlisted the help of his credit card company to try and claim back the payment.
He said it was only after BirminghamLive contacted the company that they agreed to a full refund.
"They have now issued a full refund, which I 100 per cent attribute to BirminghamLive's contact with the press department," he said.
"My partner went to university in Birmingham and was really keen to live in the Cotteridge and Stirchley area as she has fond memories from her time as a student there.
"We are sick of Brighton and were looking forward to a new start in Birmingham. We've managed to find a lovely house in Stirchley now, with a big enough garden for me to build a recording studio in, so hopefully will be moving up here very soon."
A spokesman for Airbnb said they had now refunded Mr Coleman in full and had taken "appropriate action" with the owner of the flat.
"We were disappointed to learn about this experience, have reached out to the guest to help make things right and the listing has been suspended from the platform," a spokesman said.
"With more than 750 million guest arrivals on Airbnb to date, isolated issues are rare and in the event they do happen, we advice guests to contact the host and give them a chance to address the concern.
"Our global community support team is on hand 24/7. Our Guest Guarantee means that if a guest checks into a listing that does not meet our accuracy or quality standards, we will rebook them or offer 100 per cent of their money back."


birminghammail--2020-09-05--Farmfoods thief jailed - Black Country courts latest

A man who stole meat from Farmfoods and a carer who used two elderly people 's bank cards for an online shopping spree have both appeared before the courts .
Also in the dock was a 50-year-old who assaulted two police officers and a man caught with a baton and pepper spray .
These are the latest cases to have gone before Black Country Magistrates ' Court : A Farmfoods thief has been jailed for 26 weeks .
Robert Chatterton - pictured above - stole meat , worth £49.80 , from the Dudley store on August 7 , while subject @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was also sentenced for entering BoyleSports bookmakers , Dudley , as a trespasser on August 11 with intent to steal .
In a separate incident , another shoplifter has been handed a suspended sentence .
He also took meat , worth £60.19 , from the Aldi store in Stourbridge on July 10 and assaulted a security guard .
The 25-year-old , of North Street , Dudley , was sent to prison for 20 weeks , suspended for 12 months .
A carer who abused her position by using elderly people 's bank cards @ @ @ @ @ @ @ suspended sentence .
Chelsea Muduma - who worked in a care home in Wolverhampton - committed fraud by spending £1,549.41 of one female victim 's money on various purchases between May 1 , 2018 and November 1 , 2018 .
She also used a man 's card to make purchases worth £419.93 between March 1 , 2018 and July 1 , 2018 .
Both victims were described as `` extremely vulnerable '' .
The 27-year-old , of Merridale Street West , Penn , was sent to prison for 20 weeks , suspended for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out 120 hours unpaid work and pay £1,189.78 compensation .
A man has been discharged conditionally for 12 months for assaulting a woman , in another court case .
Mahesh Sorathiya committed the offence in Wolverhampton on August 22 .
The 39-year-old , of Denmore Gardens , Wolverhampton , must pay a victim surcharge of £22 and £135 court costs .
A hanging basket thief has also been jailed for six weeks .
Connor Edwards stole the items from Clarkson Road , Wednesbury , on July 4 .
He was also sentenced for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Wednesbury , on May 11 and taking £10 from a woman in Tipton on May 21 .
The 22-year-old , of York Avenue , Wolverhampton , must pay £120 compensation .
A 32-year-old has been banned from driving for 16 months .
Pardeep Sanghera failed to provide a specimen of breath for analysis , during the course of an investigation into whether he had committed an offence on June 27 .
Sanghera , of Lodge Road , Parkhall , was fined £350 and ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £135 and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ assaulted two police officers must carry out 100 hours unpaid work .
Gurlal Sandhu , of Butterworth Close , Coseley , committed the offences in Dudley on May 25 .
He must pay £200 compensation , a victim surcharge of £95 and £185 court costs .
Adam Kobalczyk had 74mcgs of alcohol in 100mls of breath when he drove along Tettenhall Road , Wolverhampton , on July 26 .
The legal limit is 35mcgs .
The 24-year-old , of Prestwood Road , Wednesfield , was disqualified from driving for 18 months and must @ @ @ @ @ @ @ £135 court costs .
A 23-year-old who was caught with a baton and pepper spray has been discharged conditionally for 18 months .
Joe Bate , of Jockey Fields , Upper Gornal , was in possession of the weapons in Upper Gornal on June 25 .
He must pay a victim surcharge of £22 and £185 court costs .
A man caught with a class A drug in West Bromwich has been jailed for five weeks .
Carlton Fraser was found to be in possession of diamorphine on August 23 .
The 42-year-old @ @ @ @ @ @ @ abusive or insulting words or behaviour towards a police officer , with intent to cause harassment , alarm or distress .
The offence was racially aggravated .
Fraser , of Irvan Avenue , West Bromwich , must pay £50 compensation and a victim surcharge of £122 .

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A man who stole meat from Farmfoods and a carer who used two elderly people's bank cards for an online shopping spree have both appeared before the courts.
Also in the dock was a 50-year-old who assaulted two police officers and a man caught with a baton and pepper spray.
These are the latest cases to have gone before Black Country Magistrates' Court:
Dudley
A Farmfoods thief has been jailed for 26 weeks.
Robert Chatterton - pictured above - stole meat, worth £49.80, from the Dudley store on August 7, while subject to a community order.
The 47-year-old was also sentenced for entering BoyleSports bookmakers, Dudley, as a trespasser on August 11 with intent to steal.
Chatterton, of Churchfield Street, Dudley, must pay £181.86 compensation.
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In a separate incident, another shoplifter has been handed a suspended sentence.
Billy Biston stole fragrances, worth £418.50, from Debenhams, Brierley Hill, on March 9.
He also took meat, worth £60.19, from the Aldi store in Stourbridge on July 10 and assaulted a security guard.
The 25-year-old, of North Street, Dudley, was sent to prison for 20 weeks, suspended for 12 months.
He must pay £200 compensation.
Wolverhampton
A man has been discharged conditionally for 12 months for assaulting a woman, in another court case.
Mahesh Sorathiya committed the offence in Wolverhampton on August 22.
The 39-year-old, of Denmore Gardens, Wolverhampton, must pay a victim surcharge of £22 and £135 court costs.
(Image: Google Streetview)
A hanging basket thief has also been jailed for six weeks.
Connor Edwards stole the items from Clarkson Road, Wednesbury, on July 4.
He was also sentenced for stealing two plant pots from Churchfields Road, Wednesbury, on May 11 and taking £10 from a woman in Tipton on May 21.
The 22-year-old, of York Avenue, Wolverhampton, must pay £120 compensation.
Walsall
A 32-year-old has been banned from driving for 16 months.
Pardeep Sanghera failed to provide a specimen of breath for analysis, during the course of an investigation into whether he had committed an offence on June 27.
Sanghera, of Lodge Road, Parkhall, was fined £350 and ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £135 and £135 court costs.
Coseley
A 50-year-old who assaulted two police officers must carry out 100 hours unpaid work.
Gurlal Sandhu, of Butterworth Close, Coseley, committed the offences in Dudley on May 25.
He must pay £200 compensation, a victim surcharge of £95 and £185 court costs.
Wednesfield
A drink driver has been fined £320.
Adam Kobalczyk had 74mcgs of alcohol in 100mls of breath when he drove along Tettenhall Road, Wolverhampton, on July 26. The legal limit is 35mcgs.
The 24-year-old, of Prestwood Road, Wednesfield, was disqualified from driving for 18 months and must pay a victim surcharge of £34 and £135 court costs.
Upper Gornal
A 23-year-old who was caught with a baton and pepper spray has been discharged conditionally for 18 months.
Joe Bate, of Jockey Fields, Upper Gornal, was in possession of the weapons in Upper Gornal on June 25.
He must pay a victim surcharge of £22 and £185 court costs.
West Bromwich
A man caught with a class A drug in West Bromwich has been jailed for five weeks.
Carlton Fraser was found to be in possession of diamorphine on August 23.
The 42-year-old was also sentenced for using threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour towards a police officer, with intent to cause harassment, alarm or distress. The offence was racially aggravated.
Fraser, of Irvan Avenue, West Bromwich, must pay £50 compensation and a victim surcharge of £122.