themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-21--Wan-Bissaka needs to take the next step in his Manchester United education

There is no doubt that Aaron Wan-Bissaka has all the qualities required to be a great defender , especially at a club like Manchester United .
Full-back is the position that has evolved more than any other in the last five years and they 're now an essential aspect of most great teams ' attacking strategies , with their ability on the ball perhaps even more important than their defensive qualities .
It was with good reason that Pep Guardiola opted to spend over £100million on new full-backs in his second summer as Manchester City manager - they then went @ @ @ @ @ @ @ titles , breaking countless records along the way .
Their period of dominance has been put to an end this season by Liverpool , a team with an even better set of full-backs who have such an integral role in how Jurgen Klopp 's side play .
Trent Alexander-Arnold is practically a playmaker positioned at right-back , whose expert delivery and passing technique has seen him rack up 12 assists and counting this season - a Premier League record for a defender already .
At Borussia Dortmund , full-backs Achraf Hakimi and Raphael @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so far this season .
In the modern game , at the top teams at least , full-backs are required to do so much more than just defend .
At a time when so many teams are happy to sit deep and put as many bodies behind the ball as possible against superior opposition and wide forwards tend to prefer drifting inside , it 's up to the full-back to provide the width .
They need to be dominating their flanks , supporting the attack to stretch play and create overloads on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an impact when they have got themselves in a promising position .
Luke Shaw did an admirable job of doing so in United 's 1-1 draw with Tottenham , as they finally returned to action after over three-months away .
Spurs had taken a first-half lead and in typical Jose Mourinho fashion , they south to defend the lead rather than press to extend it .
At some points all of Spurs ' players were in their own half , leaving United crowded out and unable to penetrate the defence .
Paul Pogba @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was the Frenchman 's delicious skill that led to the equalising penalty being won .
But that came after a period of dominance in which United had begun to turn the screw and they looked so much better when Marcus Rashford was permanently switched over to the left to cut inside so Shaw could exploit the space left behind .
The left-back is good on the ball and his forays into attack began to drag the Spurs players across the pitch and tire them out .
They did not want Shaw on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the other flank , they seemed almost happy for Wan-Bissaka to have all the possession he wanted because they knew he was n't that dangerous with it .
At one stage the 22-year-old took a touch , when a dangerous counter attack was unfolding , that was so heavy that it was almost a through-ball to himself .
The counter was lost .
Another moment saw him get past the left-back but his cross was over-hit with Odion Ighalo in a great position to head home .
It was the first game @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the game so sloppiness was to be expected - and there was a lot of it from nearly every player on the pitch - but this is a concern that was voiced of Wan-Bissaka 's game before he was even signed and he has only managed two assists this season .
When he arrived from Crystal Palace , a team who are predominantly defensive , it was understandable that he might not be the best going forward straight away .
But as a player that started his career as a striker the lack @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is concerning .
Nobody made more tackles in the match than Wan-Bissaka 's four but he was the only player who is n't a winger to get dispossessed more than once and on the United team only Rashford , Bruno Fernandes and Daniel James had a worse pass completion rate .
Wan-Bissaka is one of the best tacklers in the game and it takes something special to get past him , but it 's not enough to just be a really solid defender .
He 's still young and there 's still plenty @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of his game but , if he does n't , United face the risk of being left behind in this tactical evolution .

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There is no doubt that Aaron Wan-Bissaka has all the qualities required to be a great defender, especially at a club like Manchester United.
Full-back is the position that has evolved more than any other in the last five years and they're now an essential aspect of most great teams' attacking strategies, with their ability on the ball perhaps even more important than their defensive qualities.
It was with good reason that Pep Guardiola opted to spend over £100million on new full-backs in his second summer as Manchester City manager - they then went on to win two successive Premier League titles, breaking countless records along the way.
Their period of dominance has been put to an end this season by Liverpool, a team with an even better set of full-backs who have such an integral role in how Jurgen Klopp's side play. Trent Alexander-Arnold is practically a playmaker positioned at right-back, whose expert delivery and passing technique has seen him rack up 12 assists and counting this season - a Premier League record for a defender already.
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At Borussia Dortmund, full-backs Achraf Hakimi and Raphael Guerreiro have 32 goal contributions between them so far this season.
In the modern game, at the top teams at least, full-backs are required to do so much more than just defend. At a time when so many teams are happy to sit deep and put as many bodies behind the ball as possible against superior opposition and wide forwards tend to prefer drifting inside, it's up to the full-back to provide the width.
They need to be dominating their flanks, supporting the attack to stretch play and create overloads on the flanks, then have quality to make an impact when they have got themselves in a promising position.
Luke Shaw did an admirable job of doing so in United's 1-1 draw with Tottenham, as they finally returned to action after over three-months away. Spurs had taken a first-half lead and in typical Jose Mourinho fashion, they south to defend the lead rather than press to extend it.
At some points all of Spurs' players were in their own half, leaving United crowded out and unable to penetrate the defence. Paul Pogba's introduction helped change that and it was the Frenchman's delicious skill that led to the equalising penalty being won. But that came after a period of dominance in which United had begun to turn the screw and they looked so much better when Marcus Rashford was permanently switched over to the left to cut inside so Shaw could exploit the space left behind.
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The left-back is good on the ball and his forays into attack began to drag the Spurs players across the pitch and tire them out. They did not want Shaw on the ball in the slightest.
Yet, on the other flank, they seemed almost happy for Wan-Bissaka to have all the possession he wanted because they knew he wasn't that dangerous with it.
At one stage the 22-year-old took a touch, when a dangerous counter attack was unfolding, that was so heavy that it was almost a through-ball to himself. The counter was lost. Another moment saw him get past the left-back but his cross was over-hit with Odion Ighalo in a great position to head home.
It was the first game back after an unprecedented break away from the game so sloppiness was to be expected - and there was a lot of it from nearly every player on the pitch - but this is a concern that was voiced of Wan-Bissaka's game before he was even signed and he has only managed two assists this season.
When he arrived from Crystal Palace, a team who are predominantly defensive, it was understandable that he might not be the best going forward straight away.
But as a player that started his career as a striker the lack of finesse and technique on the ball is concerning. Nobody made more tackles in the match than Wan-Bissaka's four but he was the only player who isn't a winger to get dispossessed more than once and on the United team only Rashford, Bruno Fernandes and Daniel James had a worse pass completion rate.
Wan-Bissaka is one of the best tacklers in the game and it takes something special to get past him, but it's not enough to just be a really solid defender. He's still young and there's still plenty of time to improve the attacking side of his game but, if he doesn't, United face the risk of being left behind in this tactical evolution.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-21--Hidden secrets and little-known facts about Greater Manchester

We live in a fascinating corner of the world , filled with history and culture and a lot of rain .
Greater Manchester was the hub of the industrial revolution , the suffragette movement , and birthplace to several of the world 's best musicians .
While the city 's streets are now a warren of restaurants and shops and galleries , Manchester 's brilliant history is all around .
You just have to know where to look A new book written by two experts on all things Manchester has revealed some of the area 's most unmissable places - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of .
111 Places in Manchester That You Should n't Miss has been written by former Manchester Art Gallery curator Julian Treuherz and historic building conservationist Peter de Figueiredo .
It features fascinating historical facts as well as plenty of recommendations for bars , restaurants and other cultural hotspots in the city .
Here are six brilliant places to visit , selected from the book .
It 's available to buy now from all good book stores , priced at £12.99 .
You 'll know it as the pretty row of terraced houses @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that city centre-dwellers can only dream of one day owning .
The houses along Anita Street were first built in 1897 , but you might be wondering who Anita actually was .
The truth is - she never existed .
The street was originally called Sanitary Street , after the Manchester and Salford Sanitary Association , but the residents on the street objected to the name .
Rather than going back to the drawing board , they just ditched the 's ' and the 'ry ' from the name , and Anita Street @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Manchester might have spotted it - a huge grey boulder in the middle of the ivy-clad quadrangle .
Weighing in at about 20 tonnes and standing at around nine feet tall , the andestite boulder originated in the nearby Lake District .
But it was n't brought to Manchester by engine or by man , but by nature itself .
Over the course of several hundred years .
The boulder was shifted gradually by glaciers and later found buried deep beneath the university , before being excavated and popped on display .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ look up at the Royal Exchange theatre , you 'll see a beautiful domed ceiling above the pale pink walls .
But you might also have noticed a black and white board covered in words and numbers .
This is , in fact , the old trading screen from the building 's days as a cotton exchange - and the numbers on the boards have n't changed since trading ceased .
It 's a little piece of history up there , which has survived the bombing of the Blitz and the building of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a long way from the sandy desserts and blazing heat of Egypt - but there 's a hefty chunk of ancient Egypt stored right here in Bolton .
The Bolton Museum is home to a staggering 12,000 objects , including a painted mummy case and a walk-in tomb .
The tomb is a replica of the burial chamber of Pharoah Thutmose III , with historians adding in authentic chips and cracks by hand .
There 's even a real , shrivelled mummy inside - but it 's not Thutmose , who rests in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ us hear 'Hanging Ditch ' , we may think of the charming little wine bar that sits near Manchester Cathedral .
The bar , in fact , takes its name from a huge ditch that separated Manchester from what is now the cathedral in the middle ages .
The ditch filled up with rubbish , and it was only when it was cleared in the 1880s that an old , well-preserved bridge was uncovered .
Excavators found shoes , pottery and animal bones on the site .
The old bridge is now the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the artifacts uncovered in the filthy old ditch are on display .
Just outside Greater Manchester , Knutsford is one of the north west 's leafiest - and most expensive suburbs .
It 's also home to the 'craziest group of villas in England ' .
Eight houses on Legh Road , all built by Richard Harding Watt , blend together his inspiration from extensive travels , as well as sections salvaged from demolished buildings in Manchester .
Treuherz and de Figueiredo write : `` Watt worked with a number of architects , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wanted from them , issuing them with his own sketches and sacking them if he did n't like what they produced . ''
The street is so out of keeping with the rest of England , Stephen Spielberg used it as a substitute for Singapore in his film Empire of the Sun .
Watt died after falling from his carriage - he 'd stood up to admire his own eclectic skyline .

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We live in a fascinating corner of the world, filled with history and culture and a lot of rain.
Greater Manchester was the hub of the industrial revolution, the suffragette movement, and birthplace to several of the world's best musicians.
While the city's streets are now a warren of restaurants and shops and galleries, Manchester's brilliant history is all around.
You just have to know where to look
A new book written by two experts on all things Manchester has revealed some of the area's most unmissable places - including some you might never have heard of.
111 Places in Manchester That You Shouldn't Miss has been written by former Manchester Art Gallery curator Julian Treuherz and historic building conservationist Peter de Figueiredo.
It features fascinating historical facts as well as plenty of recommendations for bars, restaurants and other cultural hotspots in the city.
Here are six brilliant places to visit, selected from the book.
It's available to buy now from all good book stores, priced at £12.99.
Anita Street
(Image: Mark Waugh Manchester Press Photography Ltd)
You'll know it as the pretty row of terraced houses in the middle of Ancoats - ones that city centre-dwellers can only dream of one day owning.
The houses along Anita Street were first built in 1897, but you might be wondering who Anita actually was.
The truth is - she never existed.
The street was originally called Sanitary Street, after the Manchester and Salford Sanitary Association, but the residents on the street objected to the name.
Rather than going back to the drawing board, they just ditched the 's' and the 'ry' from the name, and Anita Street was born.
The big old boulder
(Image: Mark Waugh Manchester Press Phot)
Students at the University of Manchester might have spotted it - a huge grey boulder in the middle of the ivy-clad quadrangle.
Weighing in at about 20 tonnes and standing at around nine feet tall, the andestite boulder originated in the nearby Lake District.
But it wasn't brought to Manchester by engine or by man, but by nature itself. Over the course of several hundred years.
The boulder was shifted gradually by glaciers and later found buried deep beneath the university, before being excavated and popped on display.
The writing on the ceiling
(Image: MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS)
If you look up at the Royal Exchange theatre, you'll see a beautiful domed ceiling above the pale pink walls.
But you might also have noticed a black and white board covered in words and numbers.
This is, in fact, the old trading screen from the building's days as a cotton exchange - and the numbers on the boards haven't changed since trading ceased.
It's a little piece of history up there, which has survived the bombing of the Blitz and the building of the theatre inside.
Little Egypt
Manchester can feel a long way from the sandy desserts and blazing heat of Egypt - but there's a hefty chunk of ancient Egypt stored right here in Bolton.
The Bolton Museum is home to a staggering 12,000 objects, including a painted mummy case and a walk-in tomb.
The tomb is a replica of the burial chamber of Pharoah Thutmose III, with historians adding in authentic chips and cracks by hand.
There's even a real, shrivelled mummy inside - but it's not Thutmose, who rests in the Cairo museum.
More than a wine bar
(Image: manchester evening news)
When many of us hear 'Hanging Ditch', we may think of the charming little wine bar that sits near Manchester Cathedral.
The bar, in fact, takes its name from a huge ditch that separated Manchester from what is now the cathedral in the middle ages.
The ditch filled up with rubbish, and it was only when it was cleared in the 1880s that an old, well-preserved bridge was uncovered.
Excavators found shoes, pottery and animal bones on the site.
The old bridge is now the Cathedral Visitor Centre, and some of the artifacts uncovered in the filthy old ditch are on display.
Architectural madness
Just outside Greater Manchester, Knutsford is one of the north west's leafiest - and most expensive suburbs.
It's also home to the 'craziest group of villas in England'.
Eight houses on Legh Road, all built by Richard Harding Watt, blend together his inspiration from extensive travels, as well as sections salvaged from demolished buildings in Manchester.
Treuherz and de Figueiredo write: "Watt worked with a number of architects, but made it abundantly clear what he wanted from them, issuing them with his own sketches and sacking them if he didn't like what they produced."
The street is so out of keeping with the rest of England, Stephen Spielberg used it as a substitute for Singapore in his film Empire of the Sun.
Watt died after falling from his carriage - he'd stood up to admire his own eclectic skyline.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-21--Pep Guardiola explains how Man City will replace Leroy Sane

Pep Guardiola says Manchester City have no plans to buy a replacement for Leroy Sane if he leaves in the next transfer window .
Instead , the Blues will look to the players they already have to fill the void , if and when the Germany winger joins Bayern Munich .
The manager confirmed on Friday that Sane will leave the club either in the next transfer window or when his contract expires next summer .
Bayern Munich are at the front of the queue to sign Sane , who returned to the squad for the win over Arsenal last @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a knee ligament injury .
They are hoping to land the Germany international on a cut-price deal due to the closeness of his contract expiry and the effects the Covid-19 pandemic are expected to have in depressing the transfer market .
City had valued Sane at around £140million last summer , but his injury killed any hopes of a deal .
Guardiola said that the club will not finalise its transfer strategy until the end of this season – but said they have higher priorities than adding another attacking player to an already @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be forced into the market to replace Sane , Guardiola retreated from the idea .
“ First , Leroy is our player , ” he said .
“ I don ’ t know if he is going to leave this summer or at end of his contract but we have enough good players up front .
“ Gabriel ( Jesus ) can play on the left , Phil Foden can play on the left , we have Raheem ( Sterling ) there .
We have big , talented players up front .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ healthy conditions , like Phil , Riyad ( Mahrez ) , Gabriel , Raheem , they can play quite regularly for a long period of time , they are so stable in terms of injury situations.
” And with the Blues clearly in need of another centre back , possibly two , plus a right back and maybe a David Silva replacement , another left winger is not a necessity .
“ I think we have other priorities maybe , ” said Guardiola .
“ And I don ’ t know , after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and financially for the clubs is changing .
“ I don ’ t know what the situation is .
We ’ re going to see at the end of this season .
”

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Pep Guardiola says Manchester City have no plans to buy a replacement for Leroy Sane if he leaves in the next transfer window.
Instead, the Blues will look to the players they already have to fill the void, if and when the Germany winger joins Bayern Munich.
The manager confirmed on Friday that Sane will leave the club either in the next transfer window or when his contract expires next summer.
Bayern Munich are at the front of the queue to sign Sane, who returned to the squad for the win over Arsenal last week, after a ten-month absence with a knee ligament injury.
They are hoping to land the Germany international on a cut-price deal due to the closeness of his contract expiry and the effects the Covid-19 pandemic are expected to have in depressing the transfer market.
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City had valued Sane at around £140million last summer, but his injury killed any hopes of a deal.
Guardiola said that the club will not finalise its transfer strategy until the end of this season – but said they have higher priorities than adding another attacking player to an already high-quality department.
Asked if the club will be forced into the market to replace Sane, Guardiola retreated from the idea.
“First, Leroy is our player,” he said. “I don’t know if he is going to leave this summer or at end of his contract but we have enough good players up front.
“Gabriel (Jesus) can play on the left, Phil Foden can play on the left, we have Raheem (Sterling) there. We have big, talented players up front.
“Most of them are in good healthy conditions, like Phil, Riyad (Mahrez), Gabriel, Raheem, they can play quite regularly for a long period of time, they are so stable in terms of injury situations.”
And with the Blues clearly in need of another centre back, possibly two, plus a right back and maybe a David Silva replacement, another left winger is not a necessity.
“I think we have other priorities maybe,” said Guardiola. “And I don’t know, after the coronavirus, if the situation economically and financially for the clubs is changing.
“I don’t know what the situation is. We’re going to see at the end of this season.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-21--Guardiola names Man United as 2020-21 Premier League title challengers

Pep Guardiola believes Manchester United will be one of seven teams capable of scrapping it out for the Premier League title next season .
The Manchester City manager named United as one of the contenders capable of wrestling the crown off champions-elect Liverpool .
And Guardiola also said that Liverpool ’ s easy triumph this season will serve as an incentive to his team when the new season gets underway in September .
The Blues looked well set for a third successive title when they saw off rivals Liverpool in the Community Shield in August , but by the time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had dropped costly points against Tottenham , Norwich and Wolves .
“ Hopefully we can learn from our beginning to the season , ” said Guardiola .
“ After winning the Community Shield against Liverpool , we dropped points maybe we didn ’ t expect .
But I don ’ t know if it ’ s going to happen .
“ I think every season the opponents get stronger .
Liverpool will remain the strong team they are , we are seeing how Chelsea are investing in this transfer market .
“ We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ United made a step forward .
“ Tottenham are going to recover a lot of injured players , with Son , Harry Kane and other players and with an experienced manager like [ Jose ] Mourinho they are always going to be strong .
“ Arsenal with more time with Mikel [ Arteta ] is going to happen - and Leicester you know .
“ Every season the teams are stronger and stronger and it will be more difficult .
When we retained the title we were the first for ten years so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do that but at the same time it ’ s next season and I ’ m not thinking too much about this.
” City still have plenty for which to play this season , not least securing Champions League qualification and second place in the league , as well as defending their FA Cup before turning minds to the Champions League in August .
“ Now it ’ s ( about ) getting , as quickly as possible , the points to secure qualification for the Champions League and in two or three @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sentence from Uefa and if we can play in it or not ( next season ) , '' Guardiola said .
“ Imagine being 15 points clear now from this United ( team ) means there has not been much wrong in what we have done in terms of points and performance .
“ I ’ m focusing right now on Monday ( against Burnley ) and after trying to have good selection to focus against Newcastle ( in the FA Cup ) , which is an important situation , and once we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ League to look at some ideas in my head to prepare the game against Real Madrid .
“ This is the target for the next two months and then next season prepare with the ideas we have in the transfer market and fight again .
“ In the last nine titles we ’ ve fought for we ’ ve won eight so it ’ s not bad and I think next season we are going to do it again .
”

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Pep Guardiola believes Manchester United will be one of seven teams capable of scrapping it out for the Premier League title next season.
The Manchester City manager named United as one of the contenders capable of wrestling the crown off champions-elect Liverpool.
And Guardiola also said that Liverpool’s easy triumph this season will serve as an incentive to his team when the new season gets underway in September.
The Blues looked well set for a third successive title when they saw off rivals Liverpool in the Community Shield in August, but by the time the leaves were falling, the Blues had dropped costly points against Tottenham, Norwich and Wolves.
“Hopefully we can learn from our beginning to the season,” said Guardiola. “After winning the Community Shield against Liverpool, we dropped points maybe we didn’t expect. But I don’t know if it’s going to happen.
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“I think every season the opponents get stronger. Liverpool will remain the strong team they are, we are seeing how Chelsea are investing in this transfer market.
“We saw in the last period how Man United made a step forward.
“Tottenham are going to recover a lot of injured players, with Son, Harry Kane and other players and with an experienced manager like [Jose] Mourinho they are always going to be strong.
“Arsenal with more time with Mikel [Arteta] is going to happen - and Leicester you know.
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“Every season the teams are stronger and stronger and it will be more difficult. When we retained the title we were the first for ten years so you know how difficult it is to do that but at the same time it’s next season and I’m not thinking too much about this.”
City still have plenty for which to play this season, not least securing Champions League qualification and second place in the league, as well as defending their FA Cup before turning minds to the Champions League in August.
“Now it’s (about) getting, as quickly as possible, the points to secure qualification for the Champions League and in two or three weeks we’ll know about the sentence from Uefa and if we can play in it or not (next season)," Guardiola said.
“Imagine being 15 points clear now from this United (team) means there has not been much wrong in what we have done in terms of points and performance.
“I’m focusing right now on Monday (against Burnley) and after trying to have good selection to focus against Newcastle (in the FA Cup), which is an important situation, and once we are clear for qualification for the Champions League to look at some ideas in my head to prepare the game against Real Madrid.
“This is the target for the next two months and then next season prepare with the ideas we have in the transfer market and fight again.
“In the last nine titles we’ve fought for we’ve won eight so it’s not bad and I think next season we are going to do it again.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-21--Family of teacher killed in Reading terror attack pay tribute to 'wonderful man'

The family of a teacher killed in a terror attack in Reading have paid tribute to a 'wonderful man ' .
Mr Furlong , 36 , was one of three people who died after being stabbed in Forbury Gardens on Saturday evening .
Thames Valley Police confirmed earlier today that the attack is being treated as an act of terrorism and that counter-terror police are now taking over the investigation .
A 25-year-old man who was arrested at the scene has now been re-arrested under Section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000 .
Mr Furlong , who lived in Reading @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Politics at The Holt School .
His parents Gary and Janet , said in a statement released by Thames Valley Police : `` James was a wonderful man .
He was beautiful , intelligent , honest and fun .
`` He was the best son , brother , uncle and partner you could wish for .
We are thankful for the memories he gave us all .
`` We will never forget him and he will live in our hearts forever . ''
Co-headteachers of The Holt School , Anne Kennedy and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mr Furlong in a joint statement .
It said : “ We are so very sad to report that on Saturday 20th June , James Furlong , our wonderfully talented and inspirational Head of History and Government and Politics was tragically killed in the terrorist incident at Forbury Gardens in Reading .
“ James was a very kind and gentle man ; he had a real sense of duty and cared for each and every one of our students .
`` He truly inspired everyone he taught through his passion for his subject @ @ @ @ @ @ @ determined that our students would develop a critical awareness of global issues and in doing so , become active citizens and have a voice .
`` As a Holt community , we all now need to absorb this sad news .
Counsellors will be available for students and staff .
`` Words can not describe our shock and sadness at this time .
Our thoughts are with his mum , dad , brother and family , and his friends and colleagues .
`` He was a cherished colleague and he will be sadly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ three people seriously injured .
Detective Chief Superintendent Kath Barnes , head of Counter Terrorism Policing South East ( CTPSE ) , said : “ The investigation continues to move at a fast pace.
” She added : “ Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with the families who will be mourning loved ones after this horrific act , and to all those who have been affected by it .
`` We continue to work with the coroner to formally identify those who have died and to inform and support their relatives @ @ @ @ @ @ @ five minutes of the initial report , and a number of officers were quickly on the scene , she confirmed .
Police say the incident was not linked with a Black Lives Matter protest held in Forbury Gardens earlier in the day .

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The family of a teacher killed in a terror attack in Reading have paid tribute to a 'wonderful man'.
Mr Furlong, 36, was one of three people who died after being stabbed in Forbury Gardens on Saturday evening.
Thames Valley Police confirmed earlier today that the attack is being treated as an act of terrorism and that counter-terror police are now taking over the investigation.
A 25-year-old man who was arrested at the scene has now been re-arrested under Section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000.
Mr Furlong, who lived in Reading, was Head of History and Government and Politics at The Holt School.
His parents Gary and Janet, said in a statement released by Thames Valley Police: "James was a wonderful man. He was beautiful, intelligent, honest and fun.
"He was the best son, brother, uncle and partner you could wish for. We are thankful for the memories he gave us all.
"We will never forget him and he will live in our hearts forever."
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Co-headteachers of The Holt School, Anne Kennedy and Katie Pearce, also paid tribute to Mr Furlong in a joint statement.
It said: “We are so very sad to report that on Saturday 20th June, James Furlong, our wonderfully talented and inspirational Head of History and Government and Politics was tragically killed in the terrorist incident at Forbury Gardens in Reading.
“James was a very kind and gentle man; he had a real sense of duty and cared for each and every one of our students.
"He truly inspired everyone he taught through his passion for his subject and his dedication.
"He was determined that our students would develop a critical awareness of global issues and in doing so, become active citizens and have a voice.
"As a Holt community, we all now need to absorb this sad news. Counsellors will be available for students and staff.
"Words cannot describe our shock and sadness at this time. Our thoughts are with his mum, dad, brother and family, and his friends and colleagues.
"He was a cherished colleague and he will be sadly missed.”
The incident also left another three people seriously injured.
Detective Chief Superintendent Kath Barnes, head of Counter Terrorism Policing South East (CTPSE), said: “The investigation continues to move at a fast pace.”
She added: “Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with the families who will be mourning loved ones after this horrific act, and to all those who have been affected by it.
"We continue to work with the coroner to formally identify those who have died and to inform and support their relatives."
The suspect was arrested within five minutes of the initial report, and a number of officers were quickly on the scene, she confirmed.
Police say the incident was not linked with a Black Lives Matter protest held in Forbury Gardens earlier in the day.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-21--Borussia Dortmund set Sancho price and more Man Utd transfer rumours

While the Premier League may now be back up and running , there still remains speculation over who may be moving clubs in the upcoming transfer window .
And it is no different for Manchester United , who are preparing for what could be a crucial Premier League match against Sheffield United on Wednesday night .
Ahead of that game , here are the latest transfer rumours from Old Trafford , including an update on Jadon Sancho 's future .
According to journalist Christian Falk , Borussia Dortmund are willing to accept an offer of around £90 million for winger @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s hopes of landing the England man this summer .
United have been heavily linked with Sancho in recent times , with the Dortmund man emerging as the club ’ s number one transfer target in the upcoming window .
However , Falk says Dortmund will only sell if their asking price is met for the England international , which would take a club record fee .
“ Because of many requests about Sancho , his club Borussia Dortmund sees to reason to sell the player this summer , ” the journalist tweeted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bench for Saturday ’ s Bundesliga clash with RB Leipzig , leading to more speculation linking the player with United .
Elsewhere , Chelsea have been linked with a move for United goalkeeper Dean Henderson , who is currently on loan at Sheffield United .
The 23-year-old is highly rated at Old Trafford and is expected to challenge David De Gea for his starting place in the next few years .
However , the Sun report that Chelsea are looking at the goalkeeper to replace Kepa Arrizabalaga and are willing to pay around @ @ @ @ @ @ @ report suggests that Chris Smalling is on his way out of Old Trafford permanently , with Tele Radio Stereo ( via ) reporting that United and Roma have agreed a loan deal for the defender that will see Roma obligated to pay £15-16 million for the player next summer .

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While the Premier League may now be back up and running, there still remains speculation over who may be moving clubs in the upcoming transfer window.
And it is no different for Manchester United, who are preparing for what could be a crucial Premier League match against Sheffield United on Wednesday night.
Ahead of that game, here are the latest transfer rumours from Old Trafford, including an update on Jadon Sancho's future.
According to SportBild journalist Christian Falk, Borussia Dortmund are willing to accept an offer of around £90 million for winger Sancho in a boost to United’s hopes of landing the England man this summer.
United have been heavily linked with Sancho in recent times, with the Dortmund man emerging as the club’s number one transfer target in the upcoming window.
However, Falk says Dortmund will only sell if their asking price is met for the England international, which would take a club record fee.
“Because of many requests about Sancho, his club Borussia Dortmund sees to reason to sell the player this summer,” the journalist tweeted.
“Exception: a club offer a transfer fee over 100 million euros @ManUtd.”
The winger was left on the bench for Saturday’s Bundesliga clash with RB Leipzig, leading to more speculation linking the player with United.
Elsewhere, Chelsea have been linked with a move for United goalkeeper Dean Henderson, who is currently on loan at Sheffield United.
The 23-year-old is highly rated at Old Trafford and is expected to challenge David De Gea for his starting place in the next few years. However, the Sun report that Chelsea are looking at the goalkeeper to replace Kepa Arrizabalaga and are willing to pay around £50 million for the player.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-21--Kyle Walker targeted by Inter Milan and more Man City transfer rumours

While the Premier League may now be back up and running , there still remains speculation over who may be moving clubs in the upcoming transfer window .
And it is no different at Manchester City , as they prepare for the Premier League game against Burnley on Monday evening , here are today ’ s transfer rumours coming out of the Etihad Stadium .
claims that City full-back Kyle Walker is one of Inter Milan ’ s top targets this summer as they look to bolster their defence .
The England man was named in the starting lineup for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ night after holding talks with Pep Guardiola over his behaviour during the suspension of fixtures .
Now , it 's claimed Inter manager Antonio Conte wants to try and offer him a new challenge in Italy and join other former Premier League stars including Christian Eriksen and Romelu Lukaku at the San Siro .
However , the report suggests that City will be unwilling to cash in on the defender this upcoming window with the club unlikely to be wanting to look to replace two right-backs amid the probable sale of Joao Cancelo @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Etihad Stadium runs until 2024 after he signed a new deal last year .
Meanwhile , according to , Bayern Munich have made an offer of €40 million ( £36.2m ) to Man City for Leroy Sane , but there is no agreement in place over the fee for the player between the two clubs .
Pep Guardiola revealed that Sane has rejected a new contract at City ahead of the game against Arsenal , meaning that the German international will be available on a free transfer at the end of next season @ @ @ @ @ @ @ if an acceptable transfer fee is received , but if that does n't happen then they will keep him at the Etihad and allow him to leave for free next summer .

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While the Premier League may now be back up and running, there still remains speculation over who may be moving clubs in the upcoming transfer window.
And it is no different at Manchester City, as they prepare for the Premier League game against Burnley on Monday evening, here are today’s transfer rumours coming out of the Etihad Stadium.
The Sun claims that City full-back Kyle Walker is one of Inter Milan’s top targets this summer as they look to bolster their defence.
The England man was named in the starting lineup for the 3-0 win against Arsenal on Wednesday night after holding talks with Pep Guardiola over his behaviour during the suspension of fixtures.
Now, it's claimed Inter manager Antonio Conte wants to try and offer him a new challenge in Italy and join other former Premier League stars including Christian Eriksen and Romelu Lukaku at the San Siro.
However, the report suggests that City will be unwilling to cash in on the defender this upcoming window with the club unlikely to be wanting to look to replace two right-backs amid the probable sale of Joao Cancelo.
Walker’s contract at the Etihad Stadium runs until 2024 after he signed a new deal last year.
Meanwhile, according to Sport Bild , Bayern Munich have made an offer of €40 million (£36.2m) to Man City for Leroy Sane, but there is no agreement in place over the fee for the player between the two clubs.
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Pep Guardiola revealed that Sane has rejected a new contract at City ahead of the game against Arsenal, meaning that the German international will be available on a free transfer at the end of next season.
City are prepared to sell Sane if an acceptable transfer fee is received, but if that doesn't happen then they will keep him at the Etihad and allow him to leave for free next summer.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-21--Man City evening headlines as pundit makes Klopp vs Guardiola statement

Here are your Manchester City evening headlines for Sunday , June 21 .
Former Liverpool striker Stan Collymore believes that Jurgen Klopp has achieved more in English football than Manchester City ’ s Pep Guardiola .
Klopp ’ s side need just six more points to secure their first Premier League title and wins against Everton and Crystal Palace will guarantee that .
However , talk of Klopp achieving more than Guardiola is perhaps too premature .
The City boss has led his side to consecutive record-breaking Premier League titles and achieved further domestic success in the FA Cup , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , though , stated in his column for TheMirror that he would put Klopp above Guardiola for what he has achieved in England .
Collymore wrote : “ In terms of what he has achieved in England , I ’ d even put Klopp ahead of Guardiola now .
Manchester City were already four , five or six years into a project when Guardiola arrived at the Etihad , whereas Klopp pretty much had a standing start at Anfield by comparison .
“ I know some people will point to the £75million-plus Klopp @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Alisson .
But others have spent those sorts of sums several times over without the return Klopp is enjoying.
” Read more : Why Klopp vs Guardiola is still no contest .
Former Portugal striker Nuno Gomes has praised Guardiola for the way in which he has developed Silva into a world class player since his move from Monaco in 2017 .
The Portuguese playmaker has grown in importance for City since arriving for £46million in 2017 with impressive performances throughout his spell at the Etihad Stadium .
Silva won City ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the end of last season ’ s Premier League title-winning campaign after a hotly-contested battle for top spot with Liverpool and Gomes believes that he has become a complete player at City .
`` Bernardo is , for me at the moment , one of the best players that we have in Portugal , '' he told Stats Perform News .
`` With Pep he 's improved a lot .
I believe that Guardiola has said a lot of times that he is a massive fan of Bernardo Silva , and I believe @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the trust and the confidence of the coach , he goes onto the field and he plays naturally , because he has a talent that is natural . ''
City are on the verge of signing Slavia Sofia youngster Filip Krastev who could officially join the club as early as next week .
The 18-year-old has undergone a medical with a deal set to be finalised soon , according to Slavia chairman Ventseslav Stefanov .
Krastev will stay at his current club until the end of 2020 when he will join up with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dsport .
`` It recently became clear that Philip performed well in the tests .
Everything went well .
Now he will return to Bulgaria , and at the beginning of next week we should finalise the deal .
Manchester City like him a lot .
He will stay to play in Slavia until the winter . ''

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Here are your Manchester City evening headlines for Sunday, June 21.
Former Liverpool striker makes bold Klopp vs Guardiola statement
Former Liverpool striker Stan Collymore believes that Jurgen Klopp has achieved more in English football than Manchester City’s Pep Guardiola.
Klopp’s side need just six more points to secure their first Premier League title and wins against Everton and Crystal Palace will guarantee that.
However, talk of Klopp achieving more than Guardiola is perhaps too premature. The City boss has led his side to consecutive record-breaking Premier League titles and achieved further domestic success in the FA Cup, Carabao Cup and Community Shield.
Collymore, though, stated in his column for TheMirror that he would put Klopp above Guardiola for what he has achieved in England.
Collymore wrote: “In terms of what he has achieved in England, I’d even put Klopp ahead of Guardiola now. Manchester City were already four, five or six years into a project when Guardiola arrived at the Etihad, whereas Klopp pretty much had a standing start at Anfield by comparison.
“I know some people will point to the £75million-plus Klopp splurged on Virgil van Dijk and £56million on Alisson. But others have spent those sorts of sums several times over without the return Klopp is enjoying.”
Read more: Why Klopp vs Guardiola is still no contest.
Guardiola praised for Bernardo Silva development
Former Portugal striker Nuno Gomes has praised Guardiola for the way in which he has developed Silva into a world class player since his move from Monaco in 2017.
The Portuguese playmaker has grown in importance for City since arriving for £46million in 2017 with impressive performances throughout his spell at the Etihad Stadium.
Silva won City’s player of the year award at the end of last season’s Premier League title-winning campaign after a hotly-contested battle for top spot with Liverpool and Gomes believes that he has become a complete player at City.
"Bernardo is, for me at the moment, one of the best players that we have in Portugal," he told Stats Perform News.
"With Pep he's improved a lot. I believe that Guardiola has said a lot of times that he is a massive fan of Bernardo Silva, and I believe Bernardo Silva, knowing that he has the trust and the confidence of the coach, he goes onto the field and he plays naturally, because he has a talent that is natural."
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City poised to sign Bulgarian teenage sensation
City are on the verge of signing Slavia Sofia youngster Filip Krastev who could officially join the club as early as next week.
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The 18-year-old has undergone a medical with a deal set to be finalised soon, according to Slavia chairman Ventseslav Stefanov.
Krastev will stay at his current club until the end of 2020 when he will join up with the City Football Academy, Stefanov told dsport.
"It recently became clear that Philip performed well in the tests. Everything went well. Now he will return to Bulgaria, and at the beginning of next week we should finalise the deal. Manchester City like him a lot. He will stay to play in Slavia until the winter."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-21--Brooke Vincent has shared a video showing boyfriend's journey into fatherhood

Brooke Vincent has shared a touching video documenting her boyfriend 's journey into fatherhood .
The film shared on the Coronation Street star 's Instagram begins with a clip of footballer Kean Bryan lovingly kissing her bump .
It then shows a collection of bonding moments including father and son sleeping side by side and Kean , 23 , gazing lovingly at their son Mexx as he holds his baby boy in the air .
She chose the Mary J. Blige song Everything as the soundtrack to the story .
Brooke , who plays Sophie Webster in Corrie , wished @ @ @ @ @ @ @ while paying homage to Sheffield United player Kean who is currently on loan at Bolton Wanderers .
`` My favourite person in the world without a doubt .
`` Also my favourite person to sit and try to wake up each morning .
`` Thank you for absolutely everything you do for me !
You truly are the best KB . ''
She continued : `` Thank you for loving our little boy the way you do !
`` He ’ s forever looking up to you and if he becomes half the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than happy .
`` Thank you for being ours and looking after us both the way you do , I hope today you take time to realise how much our little boy loves and looks up to you The Best Daddy . ''
She shared a photo of his tiny hand and said : `` On Wednesday 23rd October at 8.14am Our Baby Boy Arrived .
Mexx S J Bryan , you complete us . ''
Brooke recently celebrated her birthday in lockdown and Kean also had some emotional words to say about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Brooke looking stunning in a flowing yellow gown as he shared loving words about his ' B ' .
`` Happy birthday B !
!
Thank you for being the best Mum to Mexx , '' he wrote .
`` We Love and appreciate everything you do for us .
Have the best day . ''

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Brooke Vincent has shared a touching video documenting her boyfriend's journey into fatherhood.
The film shared on the Coronation Street star's Instagram begins with a clip of footballer Kean Bryan lovingly kissing her bump.
It then shows a collection of bonding moments including father and son sleeping side by side and Kean, 23, gazing lovingly at their son Mexx as he holds his baby boy in the air.
She chose the Mary J. Blige song Everything as the soundtrack to the story.
(Image: Brooke Vincent Instagram)
Brooke, who plays Sophie Webster in Corrie, wished her man a Happy Father's Day while paying homage to Sheffield United player Kean who is currently on loan at Bolton Wanderers.
"Happy First Fathers Day Daddy!" she wrote.
"My favourite person in the world without a doubt.
"Also my favourite person to sit and try to wake up each morning.
"Thank you for absolutely everything you do for me! You truly are the best KB."
She continued: "Thank you for loving our little boy the way you do!
"He’s forever looking up to you and if he becomes half the person you are I will be more than happy.
"Thank you for being ours and looking after us both the way you do, I hope today you take time to realise how much our little boy loves and looks up to you The Best Daddy."
Brooke, 28, from Audenshaw, announced Mexx's birth in October.
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She shared a photo of his tiny hand and said: "On Wednesday 23rd October at 8.14am Our Baby Boy Arrived. Mexx S J Bryan, you complete us."
Brooke recently celebrated her birthday in lockdown and Kean also had some emotional words to say about his partner.
He shared a photo of Brooke looking stunning in a flowing yellow gown as he shared loving words about his 'B'.
"Happy birthday B!! Thank you for being the best Mum to Mexx," he wrote.
"We Love and appreciate everything you do for us. Have the best day."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-21--Coronation Street fans have theories about Scott's links to Carla

Coronation Street fans think the soap is about to spring a shocking twist on us when they reveal who newcomer Scott Emberton really is .
Last week Carla Connor was in tears after a pair of blackmailers tried to make £1,000 out of her by threatening to reveal a dark secret about her past .
To thwart their nasty plan brave Carla announced to her friends and neighbours in the Rovers Return that to get a place in a squat after having a breakdown last year she had slept with squat leader Jordan .
Viewers noticed that Scott , a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and breakfast , appeared to be protective over Carla and helped to kick them out of the pub .
This has led some fans to think that Scott might be her real father , not Johnny Connor .
`` Anybody else think this Scott character is Carla 's dad and not Johnny ? ''
asked one viewer .
`` I think he ’ s Carla 's father , '' said another .
And another tweeted : `` I reckon Scott is Carla 's real dad .
Johnny disappeared real sharpish and Scott seemed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Scott , played by Tom Roberts , arrived on the cobbles in April with an undisclosed connection to Rovers landlord Johnny , played by Richard Hawley , who decided to take a trip to France shortly after his arrival .
He left Carla to manage the Rovers while viewers were puzzling how the two men could be connected in the ITV soap .
In a chat with Carla he said : `` Me and your dad , we know each other from way back . ''
And when she said she had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he replied : `` That 's weird , probably did n't think it was worth mentioning . ''
Fans with long memories will recall that Johnny had a DNA test .
He had two children with his wife Louisa , Kate and Aidan , and the family grew up near Sharon Donovan and her children Carla and Rob .
Carla , played by Alison King , was the result of a one-night stand between Johnny and Sharon and Sharon had her second child Rob with another man .
Johnny secretly paid child support @ @ @ @ @ @ @ come out in 2015 .
He told Carla he was her father after having it confirmed with a DNA test without her consent .
So it may be more likely that he 's actually the father of Rob who is in prison for killing Tina McIntyre .
`` Johnny did a DNA test but we don ’ t know anything about Robs dad , '' said one fan .
And viewers have also wondered if Scott knows the blackmailers Jordan and Chelsey and if Chelsey could be Carla 's half sister .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who gave the drugs to the people Carla was staying with during her mental health storyline and that Carla flushed down the toilet , '' said one .
`` I saw that sneaky side eye from Scott , I can guarantee ya he knows Chelsey somehow , '' said another .
And another idea is that Johnny might have had an affair with Scott 's wife in the past .
`` I think Johnny had an affair with his wife .
`` And she 's Carla 's real mother , '' wondered another @ @

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Coronation Street fans think the soap is about to spring a shocking twist on us when they reveal who newcomer Scott Emberton really is.
Last week Carla Connor was in tears after a pair of blackmailers tried to make £1,000 out of her by threatening to reveal a dark secret about her past.
To thwart their nasty plan brave Carla announced to her friends and neighbours in the Rovers Return that to get a place in a squat after having a breakdown last year she had slept with squat leader Jordan.
Viewers noticed that Scott, a visitor staying in the Rovers Return bed and breakfast, appeared to be protective over Carla and helped to kick them out of the pub.
(Image: ITV)
This has led some fans to think that Scott might be her real father, not Johnny Connor.
"Anybody else think this Scott character is Carla's dad and not Johnny?" asked one viewer.
"I think he’s Carla's father," said another.
And another tweeted: "I reckon Scott is Carla's real dad. Johnny disappeared real sharpish and Scott seemed to take a liking to Carla."
Scott, played by Tom Roberts, arrived on the cobbles in April with an undisclosed connection to Rovers landlord Johnny, played by Richard Hawley, who decided to take a trip to France shortly after his arrival.
(Image: ITV)
He left Carla to manage the Rovers while viewers were puzzling how the two men could be connected in the ITV soap.
In a chat with Carla he said: "Me and your dad, we know each other from way back."
And when she said she had no idea they knew each other, he replied: "That's weird, probably didn't think it was worth mentioning."
Fans with long memories will recall that Johnny had a DNA test.
He had two children with his wife Louisa, Kate and Aidan, and the family grew up near Sharon Donovan and her children Carla and Rob.
Carla, played by Alison King, was the result of a one-night stand between Johnny and Sharon and Sharon had her second child Rob with another man.
Johnny secretly paid child support to Sharon and the truth didn't come out in 2015.
He told Carla he was her father after having it confirmed with a DNA test without her consent.
So it may be more likely that he's actually the father of Rob who is in prison for killing Tina McIntyre.
"Johnny did a DNA test but we don’t know anything about Robs dad," said one fan.
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And viewers have also wondered if Scott knows the blackmailers Jordan and Chelsey and if Chelsey could be Carla's half sister.
"Corrie theory: Scott is the one who gave the drugs to the people Carla was staying with during her mental health storyline and that Carla flushed down the toilet," said one.
"I saw that sneaky side eye from Scott, I can guarantee ya he knows Chelsey somehow," said another.
And another idea is that Johnny might have had an affair with Scott's wife in the past.
"I think Johnny had an affair with his wife. "And she's Carla's real mother," wondered another fan.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-21--Manchester United news and transfers RECAP

Rio Ferdinand has challenged Paul Pogba to show consistency in Manchester United 's final eight games of the season .
@ @ @ @ @ game in United 's 1-1 draw with Tottenham Hotspur , coming off the bench to @ @ @ @ @ into giving away a penalty which Bruno Fernandes coolly dispatched .
Yet , speaking to @ @ @ @ @ former United defender said fans would now be expecting Pogba to showcase those sorts of @ @ @ @ @ .
`` I think the cameo from Paul Pogba was something to delight all the @ @ @ @ @ fans .
You got a really good glimpse of what this guy is about .
@ @ @ @ @ the penalty , he was taken apart and fooled .
Manchester United fans need to @ @ @ @ @ consistently - he played a pass in the game that was probably the best pass @ @ @ @ @ .
That half-volley to Marcus Rashford on his toe was beautiful . ''
Look back @ @ @ @ @ and transfer rumours throughout the day .

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Rio Ferdinand has challenged Paul Pogba to show consistency in Manchester United's final eight games of the season.
The French midfielder turned the game in United's 1-1 draw with Tottenham Hotspur, coming off the bench to bamboozle Spurs defender Eric Dier into giving away a penalty which Bruno Fernandes coolly dispatched.
Yet, speaking to BT Sport, the legendary former United defender said fans would now be expecting Pogba to showcase those sorts of displays on a regular basis.
"I think the cameo from Paul Pogba was something to delight all the fans, especially Manchester United fans. You got a really good glimpse of what this guy is about.
"Dier was mesmerised for the penalty, he was taken apart and fooled. Manchester United fans need to see that from Paul Pogba consistently - he played a pass in the game that was probably the best pass I've seen this season. That half-volley to Marcus Rashford on his toe was beautiful."
Look back over the latest United news and transfer rumours throughout the day.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-21--Man City news and transfers RECAP

Man City news and transfers RECAP

Ederson has reaffirmed his future to Manchester City as the goalkeeper intends to spend the best years of his career at the Etihad .
City are unsure if they will be playing Champions League football for the next two seasons , with the Court of Arbitration for Sport set to announce in July whether UEFA 's ban should be overturned or not .
That uncertainty has prompted some players to consider their options .
However , Ederson appears to be happy at the Etihad and willing to remain at the club beyond 2025 that would take him past eight years @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by ESPN Brazil , via Sport Witness , if he planned to stay at City for the long-term , the goalkeeper answered : “ I intend to , because it ’ s a league that I am passionate about , it is a league with many emotions .
For those who follow from outside it ’ s already an incredible thing , for me who used to follow and now I live it… It ’ s surreal for me .
“ I have a five-year contract .
I hope to fulfil the contract @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Look back over the latest City news throughout the day .

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Ederson has reaffirmed his future to Manchester City as the goalkeeper intends to spend the best years of his career at the Etihad.
City are unsure if they will be playing Champions League football for the next two seasons, with the Court of Arbitration for Sport set to announce in July whether UEFA's ban should be overturned or not. That uncertainty has prompted some players to consider their options.
However, Ederson appears to be happy at the Etihad and willing to remain at the club beyond 2025 that would take him past eight years of service for the Blues.
Asked by ESPN Brazil, via Sport Witness, if he planned to stay at City for the long-term, the goalkeeper answered: “I intend to, because it’s a league that I am passionate about, it is a league with many emotions. For those who follow from outside it’s already an incredible thing, for me who used to follow and now I live it… It’s surreal for me.
“I have a five-year contract. I hope to fulfil the contract and if possible stay for longer.”
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-21--Kate Garraway vows never to give up on husband Derek Draper on Father's Day

Kate Garraway has shared an emotional message about her husband Derek Draper on Father 's Day .
The Good Morning Britain presenter took to Instagram to pay tribute to her husband , who was rendered critically ill by coronavirus and remains in a coma .
Kate , 53 , said Derek is now free of COVID-19 , but that the virus has wreaked havoc on his body .
She marked Father 's Day by sharing a collage of pictures of her husband , her father Gordon and Derek 's dad Ken .
Writing on Instagram , she said : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Daddy ’ s out there .
A tough day for us but am filled with so much love & gratitude to still have for my Dad “ Trinity “ - thats my Dad Gordon , Derek ’ s dad Ken and of course Derek himself ( officially the Best Dad in the World according to Darcey & Billy . )
`` All three of them never happier than when they are with their children .
I ’ m so grateful to have you still in our lives - & know so many today @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the love is there - no separation can change that .
`` Thank you so much for all your kind messages of support after my interviews with GMB and The Sun a couple of weeks ago .
Am sorry have not posted recently .
I just needed a little time .
They were incredibly emotional experiences & to be honest left me with a range of feelings - gratitude to @ itv & @ janemoore for giving me the chance to let all who so touchingly care for Derek know what he is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the long road that lies ahead . ''
She added : `` Whatever happens next I ’ m afraid it IS going to be a long road , with an uncertain end that isn ’ t even nearly in sight right now .
BUT .
This week I am refocusing on hope that as a family we are going to pull together with the support of friends and get through everything come what may .
`` Hope- because I know that the amazing people keeping Derek alive , stand shoulder to shoulder with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and , of course , hope that my wonderful Derek is going to keep fighting this and eventually start to slowly recover .
`` After all we are all having to do that aren ’ t we in one way or another - this ghastly time has affected us all & life deals us blows that we just have to bounce back from & celebrate the good .
`` This Father ’ s Day I am sending you all the love & positivity in the world - let ’ s seek out the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fathersday '' Derek , dad to Kate 's two children , Darcey , 14 , and Billy , 10 , has been in intensive care for weeks after contracting coronavirus .
He was placed in an induced coma to battle the virus on a ventilator .
She said during an appearance on GMB : `` He has fought the most extraordinary battle , the fact that he 's still here and holding on , he is now COVID-free , he has tested negative , the fight with the virus is over , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ body and we do n't know if he can recover from that . ''

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Kate Garraway has shared an emotional message about her husband Derek Draper on Father's Day.
The Good Morning Britain presenter took to Instagram to pay tribute to her husband, who was rendered critically ill by coronavirus and remains in a coma.
Kate, 53, said Derek is now free of COVID-19, but that the virus has wreaked havoc on his body.
She marked Father's Day by sharing a collage of pictures of her husband, her father Gordon and Derek's dad Ken.
Writing on Instagram, she said: "Happy Fathers Day to all the wonderful Daddy’s out there. A tough day for us but am filled with so much love & gratitude to still have for my Dad “Trinity “ - thats my Dad Gordon , Derek’s dad Ken and of course Derek himself (officially the Best Dad in the World according to Darcey & Billy. )
"All three of them never happier than when they are with their children. I’m so grateful to have you still in our lives - & know so many today don’t have that. But the love is there - no separation can change that .
"Thank you so much for all your kind messages of support after my interviews with GMB and The Sun a couple of weeks ago. Am sorry have not posted recently. I just needed a little time. They were incredibly emotional experiences & to be honest left me with a range of feelings - gratitude to @itv & @janemoore for giving me the chance to let all who so touchingly care for Derek know what he is up against but also rather overwhelmed by the long road that lies ahead."
She added: "Whatever happens next I’m afraid it IS going to be a long road, with an uncertain end that isn’t even nearly in sight right now. BUT. This week I am refocusing on hope that as a family we are going to pull together with the support of friends and get through everything come what may.
"Hope- because I know that the amazing people keeping Derek alive, stand shoulder to shoulder with me in NEVER giving up on him and, of course, hope that my wonderful Derek is going to keep fighting this and eventually start to slowly recover.
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"After all we are all having to do that aren’t we in one way or another - this ghastly time has affected us all & life deals us blows that we just have to bounce back from & celebrate the good.
"This Father’s Day I am sending you all the love & positivity in the world - let’s seek out the joy! #staypositive #hope #fathersday"
Derek, dad to Kate's two children, Darcey, 14, and Billy, 10, has been in intensive care for weeks after contracting coronavirus.
He was placed in an induced coma to battle the virus on a ventilator.
She said during an appearance on GMB: "He has fought the most extraordinary battle, the fact that he's still here and holding on, he is now COVID-free, he has tested negative, the fight with the virus is over, but it's wreaked extraordinary damage on his body and we don't know if he can recover from that."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-21--'This isn't a Moss Side problem, it's a people problem': Residents react to double shooting at lockd

'This isn't a Moss Side problem, it's a people problem': Residents react to double shooting at lockdown rave

Residents have described their shock after two men were shot dead at an illegal rave in Moss Side - and told how they believe many of the people who attended were from outside the area .
A man in his 30s and a man in his 20s died after going to hospital with gunshot wounds in the early hours on Sunday .
It 's thought they were shot at a lockdown rave on a car park overlooked by a block of flats .
Earlier on Saturday a Black Lives Matter family friendly event took place on parkland on Rosebery Street @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this event was not connected to the unplanned event on Caythorpe Street , at the border with Whalley Range .
Nearby residents have described how 'hundreds ' of people arrived in cars late on Saturday night with surrounding roads 'gridlocked ' .
Mike Leehan , 32 , a community activist in Moss Side , said the streets around the car park looked like ‘ Old Trafford on a match day ’ .
He said : `` The roads were chokka with traffic .
There were cars pulling up everywhere and people piling out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ me think it ’ s not people from round here , because if you were from the surrounding streets or Moss Side you would have walked here .
`` Most likely a lot of people came from elsewhere once they heard about it on social media .
`` Moss Side doesn ’ t get the best press , but there ’ s a wonderful community here .
Things have moved on from the 90s .
But as soon as something happen everyone jumps back to the same old conclusions .
A nearby resident @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as Jo , said : “ I have lived here for 18 years and I ’ ve seen a lot of things in that time , but I ’ ve never seen anything like this .
`` It ’ s been reported as a street party , but it was a big organised event .
It was rammed with people , it was a professional set-up , they had tents , gazebos , a big sound system .
`` Moss Side is a lovely place to live .
Everybody usually gets on , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ jumps on it when something bad happens .
I ’ ve been involved in so many brilliant community projects .
`` Moss Side is an easy target and the organisers knew that .
They decided to have it here because with everything else going on they knew it wouldn ’ t get dispersed as quickly as it should have . ''
Another resident , who asked not to be named , said she heard lots of different accents 'that were n't from Manchester ' .
She added : `` They came hear from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ involved in this were n't from Manchester . ''
A primary school teacher , who lives a couple of streets away , described Moss Side as a 'really normal neighbourhood with an occasional spike in violence ' .
The Rev Grace Thomas , of St James ' Church , tweeted : `` I 'm so sad about the awful loss of life , the trauma that people will be feeling & the re-emergence of the old Moss Side labels .
`` I love serving this vibrant , diverse area & whilst , like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , there are also many examples of fabulous community spirit . ''
MP Lucy Powell said : “ Obviously , it is distressing and worrying news .
`` I really hope those that were there will know something about it and will work with the police to bring those that have committed this dreadful offence to justice .
`` Now is the time for the community to pull together and work together . ''
Superintendent Mark Dexter said : `` This is not a reflection of the Moss Side of now .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at this park .
The event later last night did n't have any connection to this event .
`` The first event took place and finished at 8pm last night .
The later event was unplanned and we did n't know about it .
The incident happened at 1am this morning , there is a clear distinction between the two events . ''
Councillor Mahadi Sharif Mahamed , ward councillor for Moss Side , said : `` The first event was peaceful .
That event finished at 8pm .
`` I got a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the area .
I want to send my condolences to the families of the victims who have lost their lives so tragically .
`` I want to make it clear the incident that led to the tragic event had no connection to the community event .
`` Once you have an open event where people can come and take part , you will always get people from outside the area .
`` The Black Lives Matter event was organised and peaceful .
We need to look at ways we can control future @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to make sure when planned events finish these events that pop up afterwards do not happen in the future . ''
Councillor Emily Rowles , ward councillor for Moss Side : `` This is a horrendous event .
It is the worst possible thing you can imagine happening .
`` Our community is united in pulling through .
Our community has the power to support each other through it .
`` He was such a well known person ( the 21-year-old man ) .
People are working on the best way to remember @ @ @ @ @ @ @ incident does not reflect us . ''
Kemoy Walker , community ambassador , said : `` The Black Lives Matter event aim was to inspire young black people and see the community coming together .
`` We have an amazing community , it is not something you would expect .
You would n't think somebody would be carrying something with them .
`` People from around here have Moss Side pride , they would n't want to ruin anything in the community .
We have lost two people .
Our condolences go out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ work to do trying to help these people in our community .
It is how we will see our community coming together , whilst there will be a memorial . ''

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Residents have described their shock after two men were shot dead at an illegal rave in Moss Side - and told how they believe many of the people who attended were from outside the area.
A man in his 30s and a man in his 20s died after going to hospital with gunshot wounds in the early hours on Sunday.
It's thought they were shot at a lockdown rave on a car park overlooked by a block of flats.
Earlier on Saturday a Black Lives Matter family friendly event took place on parkland on Rosebery Street. Residents and local councillors have stressed this event was not connected to the unplanned event on Caythorpe Street, at the border with Whalley Range.
Nearby residents have described how 'hundreds' of people arrived in cars late on Saturday night with surrounding roads 'gridlocked'.
Mike Lehan, 32, a community activist in Moss Side, said the streets around the car park looked like ‘Old Trafford on a match day’.
He said: "The roads were chokka with traffic. There were cars pulling up everywhere and people piling out.
"That’s what makes me think it’s not people from round here, because if you were from the surrounding streets or Moss Side you would have walked here.
"Most likely a lot of people came from elsewhere once they heard about it on social media.
"Moss Side doesn’t get the best press, but there’s a wonderful community here. Things have moved on from the 90s. But as soon as something happen everyone jumps back to the same old conclusions.
"This isn’t a Moss Side problem, it’s a people problem."
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A nearby resident, who would only give her name as Jo, said: “I have lived here for 18 years and I’ve seen a lot of things in that time, but I’ve never seen anything like this.
"It’s been reported as a street party, but it was a big organised event. It was rammed with people, it was a professional set-up, they had tents, gazebos, a big sound system.
"Moss Side is a lovely place to live. Everybody usually gets on, but because it has this reputation everyone jumps on it when something bad happens. I’ve been involved in so many brilliant community projects.
"Moss Side is an easy target and the organisers knew that. They decided to have it here because with everything else going on they knew it wouldn’t get dispersed as quickly as it should have."
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Another resident, who asked not to be named, said she heard lots of different accents 'that weren't from Manchester'.
She added: "They came hear from lots of different areas. The people involved in this weren't from Manchester."
A primary school teacher, who lives a couple of streets away, described Moss Side as a 'really normal neighbourhood with an occasional spike in violence'.
The Rev Grace Thomas, of St James' Church, tweeted: "I'm so sad about the awful loss of life, the trauma that people will be feeling & the re-emergence of the old Moss Side labels.
"I love serving this vibrant, diverse area & whilst, like many other areas, there are problems, there are also many examples of fabulous community spirit."
MP Lucy Powell said: “Obviously, it is distressing and worrying news.
"I really hope those that were there will know something about it and will work with the police to bring those that have committed this dreadful offence to justice.
"Now is the time for the community to pull together and work together."
Superintendent Mark Dexter said: "This is not a reflection of the Moss Side of now.
"A Black Lives Matter event took place at this park. The event later last night didn't have any connection to this event.
"The first event took place and finished at 8pm last night. The later event was unplanned and we didn't know about it. The incident happened at 1am this morning, there is a clear distinction between the two events."
Councillor Mahadi Sharif Mahamed, ward councillor for Moss Side, said: "The first event was peaceful. That event finished at 8pm.
"I got a call to say there was a shooting in the area. I want to send my condolences to the families of the victims who have lost their lives so tragically.
"I want to make it clear the incident that led to the tragic event had no connection to the community event.
"Once you have an open event where people can come and take part, you will always get people from outside the area.
"The Black Lives Matter event was organised and peaceful. We need to look at ways we can control future events and see what we can do to make sure when planned events finish these events that pop up afterwards do not happen in the future."
Councillor Emily Rowles, ward councillor for Moss Side: "This is a horrendous event. It is the worst possible thing you can imagine happening.
"Our community is united in pulling through. Our community has the power to support each other through it.
"He was such a well known person (the 21-year-old man). People are working on the best way to remember him in the community."This incident does not reflect us."
Kemoy Walker, community ambassador, said: "The Black Lives Matter event aim was to inspire young black people and see the community coming together.
"We have an amazing community, it is not something you would expect. You wouldn't think somebody would be carrying something with them.
"People from around here have Moss Side pride, they wouldn't want to ruin anything in the community. We have lost two people. Our condolences go out to their families. We have got work to do trying to help these people in our community. It is how we will see our community coming together, whilst there will be a memorial."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-21--Why didn't police stop the Moss Side rave?

Neighbours overlooking the car park where two men were shot dead at an illegal rave have told how they repeatedly called police asking them to break up the gathering .
A man in his 30s and a man in his 20s both died after going to hospital with gunshot wounds in the early hours of Sunday .
It 's thought they were shot at an illegal lockdown rave attended by hundreds of people in a car park overlooked by a block of flats off Caythorpe Street , Bowes Street and Broadfield Road in Moss Side .
Litter was left strewn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bottles and canisters of laughing gas .
Footage on social media of the gathering shows a crowd of revellers tightly packed in the courtyard in darkness and dancing to loud music .
The Manchester Evening News has spoken to several people in the area who said they called police on a number of occasions on Saturday night .
One resident , a mum of a young child who lives on Gerry Wheale Square , at the border with Whalley Range , said she called 999 three times between between 10pm and 12.20pm .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ neighbours also called the police , but I feel like this wasn ’ t a priority .
`` They had so many opportunities to break it up , to stop it escalating .
But at the same time the community shouldn ’ t have done it .
A party in a residential car park is not appropriate . ''
Another resident , who asked not to be named , said : `` So many residents called the police .
`` They would send a patrol car , you ’ d think ‘ Oh @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but then it would just drive off again .
`` If the police had been able to come at 11pm and disperse it , these people would be alive now .
`` I just feel so sorry for their families .
It 's just awful .
We 're supposed to be in lockdown .
This shouldn ’ t have been allowed to happen . ''
A Bowes Street resident said when she called 999 she was told police were at the scene but were unable to break up the rave because there were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ resident said : `` GMP were aware of the tensions there 's been around here during lockdown .
`` I am shocked at GMP 's response to this .
People were smoking weed , doing gas canisters , doing other drugs and GMP did nothing about it .
They just left them to it .
`` There were hundreds of people there .
It 's illegal to have a gathering of more than six people .
`` GMP had the chance to shut this down . ''
A primary school teacher , who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said he heard loud music from about 10pm and that it continued past midnight as he and his wife went to bed .
The man said : `` It 's a really normal neighbourhood with an occasional spike in violence .
`` I had a walk out to see what was happening and I would say there were hundreds of people around but I did see police patrols .
Later , we heard an helicopter overhead . ''
He said he did not feel a need to call 999 because the police were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ saw a DJ in the courtyard with music equipment .
Detectives said a community Black Lives Matter event had taken place earlier in the day in the area .
They stressed that event was not an illegal rave .
Residents said it was a barbecue .
The shooting is understood to have taken place at what GMP are describing as an 'unplanned event ' nearby , where scores of people gathered and neighbours say a DJ was present .
The earlier 'community event ' had concluded by the time the later 'unplanned event @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a press conference , Superintendent Mark Dexter said the large numbers of people attending the unplanned event made it difficult for people to disperse the crowd .
He said : `` We did receive calls between 10pm and 12am last night .
A decision was taken that it would be unachievable to satisfactorily disperse that event .
`` We had no intelligence that a serious incident could happen .
Police officers were in the area , but a decision was made to not disperse the full event itself .
`` There were large @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deal with a confrontation .
`` At 1am gun shots were fired .
There was a significant number of people around when it happened . ''

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Neighbours overlooking the car park where two men were shot dead at an illegal rave have told how they repeatedly called police asking them to break up the gathering.
A man in his 30s and a man in his 20s both died after going to hospital with gunshot wounds in the early hours of Sunday.
It's thought they were shot at an illegal lockdown rave attended by hundreds of people in a car park overlooked by a block of flats off Caythorpe Street, Bowes Street and Broadfield Road in Moss Side.
Litter was left strewn across the ground, including empty alcohol bottles and canisters of laughing gas.
Footage on social media of the gathering shows a crowd of revellers tightly packed in the courtyard in darkness and dancing to loud music.
The Manchester Evening News has spoken to several people in the area who said they called police on a number of occasions on Saturday night.
One resident, a mum of a young child who lives on Gerry Wheale Square, at the border with Whalley Range, said she called 999 three times between between 10pm and 12.20pm.
She said: "A lot of neighbours also called the police, but I feel like this wasn’t a priority.
"They had so many opportunities to break it up, to stop it escalating. But at the same time the community shouldn’t have done it. A party in a residential car park is not appropriate."
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Another resident, who asked not to be named, said: "So many residents called the police.
"They would send a patrol car, you’d think ‘Oh good they’re here’, but then it would just drive off again.
"If the police had been able to come at 11pm and disperse it, these people would be alive now.
"I just feel so sorry for their families. It's just awful. We're supposed to be in lockdown. This shouldn’t have been allowed to happen."
A Bowes Street resident said when she called 999 she was told police were at the scene but were unable to break up the rave because there were too many people there.
Another local resident said: "GMP were aware of the tensions there's been around here during lockdown.
"I am shocked at GMP's response to this. People were smoking weed, doing gas canisters, doing other drugs and GMP did nothing about it. They just left them to it.
"There were hundreds of people there. It's illegal to have a gathering of more than six people.
"GMP had the chance to shut this down."
A primary school teacher, who lives a couple of streets away, said he heard loud music from about 10pm and that it continued past midnight as he and his wife went to bed.
The man said: "It's a really normal neighbourhood with an occasional spike in violence.
"I had a walk out to see what was happening and I would say there were hundreds of people around but I did see police patrols. Later, we heard an helicopter overhead."
He said he did not feel a need to call 999 because the police were already there.
Another neighbour said they saw a DJ in the courtyard with music equipment.
Detectives said a community Black Lives Matter event had taken place earlier in the day in the area. They stressed that event was not an illegal rave. Residents said it was a barbecue.
The shooting is understood to have taken place at what GMP are describing as an 'unplanned event' nearby, where scores of people gathered and neighbours say a DJ was present.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
The earlier 'community event' had concluded by the time the later 'unplanned event' started, police said.
During a press conference, Superintendent Mark Dexter said the large numbers of people attending the unplanned event made it difficult for people to disperse the crowd.
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He said: "We did receive calls between 10pm and 12am last night. A decision was taken that it would be unachievable to satisfactorily disperse that event.
"We had no intelligence that a serious incident could happen. Police officers were in the area, but a decision was made to not disperse the full event itself.
"There were large numbers of people if we had to deal with a confrontation.
"At 1am gun shots were fired. There was a significant number of people around when it happened."