themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Man United are about to show how much they want Jadon Sancho

There is a sense of worry as Manchester United continue their plans to reinforce their squad in the summer transfer window .
United began casting their eye over potential summer recruits long ago but any initial plans they might 've had will have been undoubtedly affected by the financial implications of the coronavirus pandemic .
Ed Woodward has reiterated it wo n't be 'business as usual ' this summer , while conflicting reports have suggested United could spend as much as €300million to revamp their squad .
Although United have improved markedly in 2020 , it is true that they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ challengers again .
However , the club 's record spend for permanent arrivals in a summer window is around the £150million mark , so even if this summer 's window had been a normal one it would have been a surprise to see United spend relatively excessively .
Such financial uncertainty makes for an interesting landscape ahead of the summer with many clubs under pressure to raise funds by sanctioning player sales , while others are desperate to hang onto their stars in the knowledge that replacing them will be an immense challenge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ uncertainty around priority target Jadon Sancho 's attainability , with Borussia Dortmund still holding the belief that they will not be losing the England international at the end of the season .
`` We had a few issues with Jadon in the last week , but we all cleared them up , '' Dortmund 's head of football Sebastian Kehl said over the weekend .
`` He played a great game afterwards and does a good job .
He is incredibly important .
`` At the moment we continue to assume that he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ next season . ''
Throughout the transfer saga the Bundesliga club have remained adamant that they want to keep the 20-year-old , although there is a chance they are posturing to put them in a strong negotiating position .
It is true Dortmund possess stronger financial might than many clubs in European football , but their economic muscle is still dwarfed by United 's .
The English winger is an exception for United this summer .
Not only have United been tracking Sancho for three years , he is also viewed as the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ player who satisfies United 's transfer criteria quite like Sancho , and Dortmund know that .
The truth is they will likely sell this summer if an appropriate offer comes in , but it will still almost certainly take a club-record fee to lure him to Old Trafford .
It presents a particularly tricky scenario for United to tackle and raises a dilemma which will put their very trust in his abilities to the test .
United could return to sign Sancho next summer once the market has had time to settle and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on his contract , but if he impresses for England at the European Championship next year his valuation could rocket .
By waiting a year United might not only end up paying more for their priority transfer target but they will have to endure another season without a world-class option on the right wing .
Recruiting a cheaper alternative to Sancho would then present another issue if they were to go back in for him next summer .
United will have to break the bank if they are to sign Sancho from Dortmund @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the hope of completing the deal for less could actually make the task even tougher to achieve .

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There is a sense of worry as Manchester United continue their plans to reinforce their squad in the summer transfer window.
United began casting their eye over potential summer recruits long ago but any initial plans they might've had will have been undoubtedly affected by the financial implications of the coronavirus pandemic.
Ed Woodward has reiterated it won't be 'business as usual' this summer, while conflicting reports have suggested United could spend as much as €300million to revamp their squad.
Although United have improved markedly in 2020, it is true that they still need to spend to become title challengers again. However, the club's record spend for permanent arrivals in a summer window is around the £150million mark, so even if this summer's window had been a normal one it would have been a surprise to see United spend relatively excessively.
Such financial uncertainty makes for an interesting landscape ahead of the summer with many clubs under pressure to raise funds by sanctioning player sales, while others are desperate to hang onto their stars in the knowledge that replacing them will be an immense challenge.
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In particular there is even more uncertainty around priority target Jadon Sancho's attainability, with Borussia Dortmund still holding the belief that they will not be losing the England international at the end of the season.
"We had a few issues with Jadon in the last week, but we all cleared them up," Dortmund's head of football Sebastian Kehl said over the weekend. "He played a great game afterwards and does a good job. He is incredibly important.
"At the moment we continue to assume that he will play and stay at Borussia Dortmund next season."
Throughout the transfer saga the Bundesliga club have remained adamant that they want to keep the 20-year-old, although there is a chance they are posturing to put them in a strong negotiating position. It is true Dortmund possess stronger financial might than many clubs in European football, but their economic muscle is still dwarfed by United's.
The English winger is an exception for United this summer. Not only have United been tracking Sancho for three years, he is also viewed as the priority target. There is no other player who satisfies United's transfer criteria quite like Sancho, and Dortmund know that.
The truth is they will likely sell this summer if an appropriate offer comes in, but it will still almost certainly take a club-record fee to lure him to Old Trafford.
It presents a particularly tricky scenario for United to tackle and raises a dilemma which will put their very trust in his abilities to the test. United could return to sign Sancho next summer once the market has had time to settle and the youngster has one year less left on his contract, but if he impresses for England at the European Championship next year his valuation could rocket.
By waiting a year United might not only end up paying more for their priority transfer target but they will have to endure another season without a world-class option on the right wing. Recruiting a cheaper alternative to Sancho would then present another issue if they were to go back in for him next summer.
United will have to break the bank if they are to sign Sancho from Dortmund this year, but waiting another year in the hope of completing the deal for less could actually make the task even tougher to achieve.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Manchester United news and transfers LIVE

Angel Gomes ' Manchester United future is set to be decided in the next two weeks , despite the 2019/20 @ @ @ @ @ The 19-year-old 's contract expires at the end of June and there remains an offer @ @ @ @ @ that would see Gomes commit his long-term future to the club .
But MEN Sport @ @ @ @ @ no discussions over a short-term deal that would at least see the academy graduate stay @ @ @ @ @ rescheduled end of this season , which means Gomes could leave the club at the @ @ @ @ @ decides against penning a new deal .
Meanwhile , United have reportedly decided to pursue @ @ @ @ @ than Kai Havertz .
They are also pursuing a summer deal for their top transfer @ @ @ @ @ England winger Jadon Sancho .
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Angel Gomes' Manchester United future is set to be decided in the next two weeks, despite the 2019/20 season heading into overtime.
The 19-year-old's contract expires at the end of June and there remains an offer on the table from United that would see Gomes commit his long-term future to the club.
But MEN Sport currently understands there have been no discussions over a short-term deal that would at least see the academy graduate stay at the club until the rescheduled end of this season, which means Gomes could leave the club at the end of June if he decides against penning a new deal.
Meanwhile, United have reportedly decided to pursue Donny van de Beek rather than Kai Havertz. They are also pursuing a summer deal for their top transfer target, Borussia Dortmund and England winger Jadon Sancho.
A recap of the day's Manchester United transfer rumours and breaking news.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Lockdown Q&A: What you can and can't do as lockdown is eased

As lockdown eases across the country it can be hard to keep track of the rules .
With more shops reopening and guidelines around meeting up with friends being relaxed , you might have some questions about what you can and ca n't do .
Is it okay to play sports ?
Are dentists and vets open ?
What are the rules around clothes shopping ?
If lockdown has left you confused , the answers to some of these common questions should help you out .
These guidelines apply to England .
Other parts of the UK may have different @ @ @ @ @ @ @ test ?
Opticians have been allowed to remain open during the coronavirus lockdown - but only for essential or urgent care .
If you think you need an eye test , the best thing to do is to ring your opticians to find out whether you are eligible .
You may find your opticians will offer eye care appointments to those who believe their eye sight has changed or have particular concerns about their eye sight - but they may not be offering routine care appointments just yet .
Can I get a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with opticians , dentists were ordered to remain open only for urgent appointments when the lockdown was implemented .
But they are now beginning to reopen to all patients .
Most practices will still only be offering urgent appointments as they work through a backlog of patients - so you may have to wait a while before getting a routine check up .
Non-essential retailers will be allowed to open up from today ( June 15 ) , but restaurants , cafes and bars are being told to remain closed for the time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to dine in at a restaurant until July at the earliest .
But some businesses are staying open to offer a takeaway service , which is allowed .
Can I see my boyfriend/girlfriend now ?
If you do n't live with your partner you are allowed to meet up with them - but you have to stick to social distancing rules .
You can meet up as long as you are outdoors , in a group of no more than six people and stay two metres apart .
From June 13 , you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bubble ' which will allow you more contact .
Only people who are in a single-adult household can form a support bubble .
But it means that you can spend time indoors and outdoors , be closer than two metres together and even stay overnight in the same house .
Can I throw a birthday party for my child ?
Only small gatherings are allowed at the moment so you could only throw a birthday party if no more than six people would be there .
Evidence suggests kids are at less risk @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can still spread the virus , which means the rules apply to them too .
If you 're having a birthday party with people from other households , you 'll need to hold it outside and maintain social distancing .
Can I have a party with friends or stay with them overnight ?
Again , only gatherings of up to six people from different households are currently allowed .
It has to be outside , and you have to return to your own home to overnight - you ca n't stay in a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ disperse any illegal gatherings and may also issue fines to people who do n't comply with the rules .
Can I use a toilet at a friend 's house ?
If you 're socialising in someone 's garden , the government advises that you avoid going into their house if at all possible .
However , you can use the bathroom if you need to .
You need to make sure you wash your hands thoroughly and wipe all surfaces before you leave .
Can I go on a date ?
Bars and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ still go on a date as long as it 's outside and you keep two metres apart .
Meeting up in parks or other outdoor spaces is permitted .
You could even do something like playing tennis or going on a bike ride .
Can I get my mates together for a game of football ?
You could organise a kick-about with friends as long as there is no more than six of you in the group and you keep two metres apart .
No contact is allowed with people who are n't @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no tackling .
Other sports like tennis and golf where you can maintain social distancing are also allowed .
You should try to avoid sharing equipment .
For example , bring your own tennis racquet , golf club or balls .
What you ca n't do is play at an indoor sports court , gym or leisure centre .
Can I use public transport to meet friends or go for exercise ?
The government 's advice is that you should avoid using public transport if you can .
Instead , you should cycle @ @ @ @ @ @ @ However you wo n't be stopped for using public transport to meet up with friends or to get to outdoor spaces .
If you do use public transport , you will be required to wear a face covering from today ( June 15 ) .
Can I pay with cash in shops ?
This depends on the shop .
Some shops will still accept cash but others may only accept card payments .
Retailers are urging customers to use alternatives to cash wherever possible as it reduces contact between staff and customers .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
Shopping looks a little bit different after retailers opened their doors today ( June 15 ) .
Shops have introduced new social distancing rules in line with government guidelines and are being advised to close all changing rooms , cafes and toilets .
That means you wo n't be able to try clothes on before purchasing them .
If you have to return your items , they will be put aside for a period of time before they can go back on the shop floor .
Can I use a public bathroom @ @ @ @ @ @ @ where you 're shopping .
Some shopping centres will reopen bathrooms , while others may not .
And it 's up to local councils to decide whether to reopen their public toilets .
The government advises that if you need to use a toilet while you 're away from home , you should practise social distancing and thoroughly wash your hands .
Can I get my haircut yet ?
Your DIY lockdown haircuts will have to continue for now .
Hairdressers are not one of the businesses permitted to open from Monday .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ their customers when cutting their hair , they are thought to be at higher risk of spreading the virus .
That means that , for now , you can only have your hair cut by someone in your household or support bubble .
Can I get my nails done ?
As with hairdressers , beauty salons are also having to stay shut for now .
Nail technicians wo n't able to do your nails from a distance of two metres , which is why your manicures will have to wait for now .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ DVSA .
It has not yet been announced when tests will be resuming , but anyone that did have a test booked will eventually get a new date , which will likely be around three months after your cancelled test .
You ca n't currently book a test for a future date and learners who had their test cancelled will be prioritised when tests do resume .
If you 're a critical worker and you need to take a driving test to do your job , you might be able to book an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their doors to customers again .
You can visit a showroom to browse , but you will have to follow social distancing rules and may need to make an appointment to limit the number of customers inside at one time .
Test drives are still allowed but you may be asked to wear PPE and you might be sent out on your own rather than with a member of staff .
The latest advice from the Foreign Office is that you should only travel abroad for essential reasons .
Anyone who arrives in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a period of 14 days .
Can I take my pet to the vet ?
Vets remain open and are encouraging people who need emergency care for their pets to use them .
For non emergency appointments you may be given a consultation over the phone , or via video call .

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As lockdown eases across the country it can be hard to keep track of the rules.
With more shops reopening and guidelines around meeting up with friends being relaxed, you might have some questions about what you can and can't do.
Is it okay to play sports? Are dentists and vets open? What are the rules around clothes shopping?
If lockdown has left you confused, the answers to some of these common questions should help you out.
These guidelines apply to England. Other parts of the UK may have different rules.
Can I get an eye test?
Opticians have been allowed to remain open during the coronavirus lockdown - but only for essential or urgent care.
If you think you need an eye test, the best thing to do is to ring your opticians to find out whether you are eligible.
You may find your opticians will offer eye care appointments to those who believe their eye sight has changed or have particular concerns about their eye sight - but they may not be offering routine care appointments just yet.
Can I get a check up at the dentist?
As with opticians, dentists were ordered to remain open only for urgent appointments when the lockdown was implemented.
But they are now beginning to reopen to all patients.
Most practices will still only be offering urgent appointments as they work through a backlog of patients - so you may have to wait a while before getting a routine check up.
Can I eat in a restaurant?
Non-essential retailers will be allowed to open up from today (June 15), but restaurants, cafes and bars are being told to remain closed for the time being.
You won't be able to dine in at a restaurant until July at the earliest.
(Image: PA)
But some businesses are staying open to offer a takeaway service, which is allowed.
Can I see my boyfriend/girlfriend now?
If you don't live with your partner you are allowed to meet up with them - but you have to stick to social distancing rules.
You can meet up as long as you are outdoors, in a group of no more than six people and stay two metres apart.
From June 13, you might be able to form a 'support bubble' which will allow you more contact.
(Image: scu)
Only people who are in a single-adult household can form a support bubble.
But it means that you can spend time indoors and outdoors, be closer than two metres together and even stay overnight in the same house.
Can I throw a birthday party for my child?
Only small gatherings are allowed at the moment so you could only throw a birthday party if no more than six people would be there.
Evidence suggests kids are at less risk from coronavirus than adults, but they can still spread the virus, which means the rules apply to them too.
If you're having a birthday party with people from other households, you'll need to hold it outside and maintain social distancing.
Can I have a party with friends or stay with them overnight?
Again, only gatherings of up to six people from different households are currently allowed.
It has to be outside, and you have to return to your own home to overnight - you can't stay in a different residence.
Police have powers to disperse any illegal gatherings and may also issue fines to people who don't comply with the rules.
Can I use a toilet at a friend's house?
If you're socialising in someone's garden, the government advises that you avoid going into their house if at all possible.
However, you can use the bathroom if you need to.
You need to make sure you wash your hands thoroughly and wipe all surfaces before you leave.
Can I go on a date?
Bars and restaurants may be closed but you can still go on a date as long as it's outside and you keep two metres apart.
Meeting up in parks or other outdoor spaces is permitted.
You could even do something like playing tennis or going on a bike ride.
Can I get my mates together for a game of football?
You could organise a kick-about with friends as long as there is no more than six of you in the group and you keep two metres apart.
No contact is allowed with people who aren't in your household - so that means no tackling.
Other sports like tennis and golf where you can maintain social distancing are also allowed.
(Image: iStockphoto)
You should try to avoid sharing equipment. For example, bring your own tennis racquet, golf club or balls.
What you can't do is play at an indoor sports court, gym or leisure centre.
Can I use public transport to meet friends or go for exercise?
The government's advice is that you should avoid using public transport if you can.
Instead, you should cycle, walk or drive wherever possible.
However you won't be stopped for using public transport to meet up with friends or to get to outdoor spaces.
If you do use public transport, you will be required to wear a face covering from today (June 15).
Can I pay with cash in shops?
This depends on the shop.
Some shops will still accept cash but others may only accept card payments.
Retailers are urging customers to use alternatives to cash wherever possible as it reduces contact between staff and customers.
Can I try clothes on in shops?
Shopping looks a little bit different after retailers opened their doors today (June 15).
Shops have introduced new social distancing rules in line with government guidelines and are being advised to close all changing rooms, cafes and toilets.
That means you won't be able to try clothes on before purchasing them.
If you have to return your items, they will be put aside for a period of time before they can go back on the shop floor.
Can I use a public bathroom while out shopping?
This depends on where you're shopping.
Some shopping centres will reopen bathrooms, while others may not.
And it's up to local councils to decide whether to reopen their public toilets.
The government advises that if you need to use a toilet while you're away from home, you should practise social distancing and thoroughly wash your hands.
Can I get my haircut yet?
Your DIY lockdown haircuts will have to continue for now.
Hairdressers are not one of the businesses permitted to open from Monday.
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Because hairdressers are in close contact with their customers when cutting their hair, they are thought to be at higher risk of spreading the virus.
That means that, for now, you can only have your hair cut by someone in your household or support bubble.
Can I get my nails done?
As with hairdressers, beauty salons are also having to stay shut for now.
Nail technicians won't able to do your nails from a distance of two metres, which is why your manicures will have to wait for now.
Can I take a driving test?
Driving tests have been suspended by the DVSA.
It has not yet been announced when tests will be resuming, but anyone that did have a test booked will eventually get a new date, which will likely be around three months after your cancelled test.
(Image: PA)
You can't currently book a test for a future date and learners who had their test cancelled will be prioritised when tests do resume.
If you're a critical worker and you need to take a driving test to do your job, you might be able to book an emergency test.
Can I buy a car?
Car dealerships have opened their doors to customers again.
You can visit a showroom to browse, but you will have to follow social distancing rules and may need to make an appointment to limit the number of customers inside at one time.
Test drives are still allowed but you may be asked to wear PPE and you might be sent out on your own rather than with a member of staff.
Can I travel abroad?
The latest advice from the Foreign Office is that you should only travel abroad for essential reasons.
Anyone who arrives in the UK from abroad must quarantine for a period of 14 days.
Can I take my pet to the vet?
Vets remain open and are encouraging people who need emergency care for their pets to use them.
For non emergency appointments you may be given a consultation over the phone, or via video call.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Lottie the Pony is missing and her owners think she was stolen

The owners of a pony which has gone missing from a field in Wigan think she was stolen .
Lottie , a Bright Bay mare , has been gone for 11 days after disappearing from Hemfield Road , Wigan , where she was grazing with other horses .
Police are investigating the incident but representatives of the Horses and Ponies Protection Association ( HAPPA ) think it could have been a targeted theft .
Tracy Heaton , who works as an inspector for the charity , explained : “ Lottie was grazing with her field companions and is the only @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It appears that the fence has been cut and then shoddily put back in place .
As you can imagine this has left her family distraught and her equine companions are missing her too.
” Lottie originally came to live in Wigan after being a rescue animal and there is some concern that she might struggle to live somewhere else .
Amanda Berry , Head of Equine Operations at Happa , said the situation was `` very distressing '' for the pony 's owners .
`` We can not comprehend how someone would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ its home , '' she said .
`` What is more distressing is Lottie is a rescue animal who hadn ’ t had the best start in life and has a number of vices , which would make it very difficult to settle just anywhere .
`` I would appeal to anyone who knows of her whereabouts , or anyone who is offered this pony to get in contact with us or the police immediately .
Let ’ s get Lottie back home . ''
HAPPA is appealing to veterinary practices and other @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for a pony matching Lottie ’ s description and has circulated images of the horse on social media .
GMP have been contacted for comment .
Anyone who knows anything about this incident should call the police on 101 , quoting crime reference number CRI/06LL/0012989/20 .
Alternatively , yo u can contact HAPPA on 01282 455992 or Inspector Tracy Capper on 07736040978 .

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The owners of a pony which has gone missing from a field in Wigan think she was stolen.
Lottie, a Bright Bay mare, has been gone for 11 days after disappearing from Hemfield Road, Wigan, where she was grazing with other horses.
Police are investigating the incident but representatives of the Horses and Ponies Protection Association (HAPPA) think it could have been a targeted theft.
Tracy Heaton, who works as an inspector for the charity, explained: “Lottie was grazing with her field companions and is the only one who has gone missing.
"It appears that the fence has been cut and then shoddily put back in place. As you can imagine this has left her family distraught and her equine companions are missing her too.”
Lottie originally came to live in Wigan after being a rescue animal and there is some concern that she might struggle to live somewhere else.
Amanda Berry, Head of Equine Operations at Happa, said the situation was "very distressing" for the pony's owners.
(Image: HAPPA)
"We cannot comprehend how someone would deliberately target and remove a pony from its home," she said.
"What is more distressing is Lottie is a rescue animal who hadn’t had the best start in life and has a number of vices, which would make it very difficult to settle just anywhere.
"I would appeal to anyone who knows of her whereabouts, or anyone who is offered this pony to get in contact with us or the police immediately. Let’s get Lottie back home."
HAPPA is appealing to veterinary practices and other equine practitioners to keep their eyes out for a pony matching Lottie’s description and has circulated images of the horse on social media.
GMP have been contacted for comment.
Anyone who knows anything about this incident should call the police on 101, quoting crime reference number CRI/06LL/0012989/20.
Alternatively, yo u can contact HAPPA on 01282 455992 or Inspector Tracy Capper on 07736040978.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--BMW driver jumped from moving car to flee from chasing police

A dodgy driver jumped out of his car while it was still moving in an attempt to flee from chasing police officers .
The man was spotted in a silver BMW on Moss Bank Way in Bolton last night ( Sunday ) but he quickly turned onto Marld Crescent in the Johnson Fold estate to try and escape .
Officers followed him but he climbed out of the vehicle while it was moving and sent it crashing into a parked car .
Police seized the BMW but the man got away by running through gardens in the estate .
In @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Facebook page , an officer said : `` Officers from the Roads Policing Unit have just seized this vehicle from Marld Crescent , Johnson Fold .
`` The BMW was sighted on Moss Bank Way by XT18 .
`` The driver clearly didn ’ t want to stick around and explain why his car was on false plates .
`` He abandoned the car whilst it was still moving , leaving it to collide with a parked car .
He then took to garden hopping .
The vehicle has been recovered and enquiries @ @ @ @ @ @ @ information about this incident should call GMP on 101 .
Alternatively , use the Live Chat function at www.gmp.police.uk .

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A dodgy driver jumped out of his car while it was still moving in an attempt to flee from chasing police officers.
The man was spotted in a silver BMW on Moss Bank Way in Bolton last night (Sunday) but he quickly turned onto Marld Crescent in the Johnson Fold estate to try and escape.
Officers followed him but he climbed out of the vehicle while it was moving and sent it crashing into a parked car.
Police seized the BMW but the man got away by running through gardens in the estate.
In a statement on the GMP Bolton North Facebook page, an officer said: "Officers from the Roads Policing Unit have just seized this vehicle from Marld Crescent, Johnson Fold.
"The BMW was sighted on Moss Bank Way by XT18.
"The driver clearly didn’t want to stick around and explain why his car was on false plates.
"He abandoned the car whilst it was still moving, leaving it to collide with a parked car. He then took to garden hopping. The vehicle has been recovered and enquiries are on going."
Anyone with information about this incident should call GMP on 101.
Alternatively, use the Live Chat function at www.gmp.police.uk.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Bolton outdoor market set to reopen with social distancing

Bolton 's outdoor market and Lifestyle Hall are set to reopen for the first time since the coronavirus lockdown began .
Shoppers will be allowed back into the areas from tomorrow ( June 16 ) but strict social distancing rules are to be put in place .
The market ’ s food halls have remained open throughout the lockdown , in line with government guidelines , but they will now be joined by outdoor stalls and the non-food stalls inside which have been forced to remain closed .
Staff will be positioned at entrances and exits to manage queues of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ into the market will be restricted to minimise risk and keep shoppers safe .
The outdoor market layout has changed , communal seating has been removed from the Lifestyle Hall and public toilets will remain closed .
Plus , there will be regular tannoy announcements as well as new signs to remind people about social distancing rules .
Bolton Council ’ s Cabinet Member for Environmental Regulatory Services , Coun Hilary Fairclough , said : “ I am delighted that our outdoor and Lifestyle Hall traders will be reopening and wish them every @ @ @ @ @ @ @ different and I would ask people to remember to keep their distance - and be kind to each other .
“ We will have a controlled system in place to minimise risk and keep shoppers and traders safe.
” Stall owners will be allowed to trade from tomorrow but it will be up to them when their stalls are fully reopened .
Coun Fairclough added : “ Our food traders have remained open during the pandemic providing a vital service to the community .
“ I am really proud of how our traders @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and adapted by using social media and introducing new services .
“ The market has gained lots of customers for the new click and collect and home delivery services , and we know our traders are looking to continue with them long after lockdown.
” The market is open to the public on Tuesdays , Thursdays , Fridays and Saturday from 9am to 5pm .
Key workers can gain priority access between 8am to 10am .

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Bolton's outdoor market and Lifestyle Hall are set to reopen for the first time since the coronavirus lockdown began.
Shoppers will be allowed back into the areas from tomorrow (June 16) but strict social distancing rules are to be put in place.
The market’s food halls have remained open throughout the lockdown, in line with government guidelines, but they will now be joined by outdoor stalls and the non-food stalls inside which have been forced to remain closed.
Staff will be positioned at entrances and exits to manage queues of shoppers. The number of people allowed into the market will be restricted to minimise risk and keep shoppers safe.
The outdoor market layout has changed, communal seating has been removed from the Lifestyle Hall and public toilets will remain closed. Plus, there will be regular tannoy announcements as well as new signs to remind people about social distancing rules.
Bolton Council’s Cabinet Member for Environmental Regulatory Services, Coun Hilary Fairclough, said: “I am delighted that our outdoor and Lifestyle Hall traders will be reopening and wish them every success.
“The market will look different and I would ask people to remember to keep their distance - and be kind to each other.
“We will have a controlled system in place to minimise risk and keep shoppers and traders safe.”
Stall owners will be allowed to trade from tomorrow but it will be up to them when their stalls are fully reopened.
Coun Fairclough added: “Our food traders have remained open during the pandemic providing a vital service to the community.
“I am really proud of how our traders and staff have responded to the crisis and adapted by using social media and introducing new services.
“The market has gained lots of customers for the new click and collect and home delivery services, and we know our traders are looking to continue with them long after lockdown.”
The market is open to the public on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturday from 9am to 5pm. Key workers can gain priority access between 8am to 10am.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Police fear raves that left man dead might be just the start of summer carnage

Police are poised for more illegal raves across Greater Manchester following this weekend 's chaos .
It has emerged officers disrupted one large event , only for the crowds to resurface at another venue .
A top cop spoke out after a Saturday night of carnage at two illegal raves - one at Daisy Nook Country Park in Failsworth , Oldham , attended by about 4,000 people ; and another on a brownfield site in Carrington , Trafford , which attracted 2,000 .
Both were clear breaches of lockdown rules .
The event in Carrington was considered 'wild ' by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ; three people were stabbed ; and police were attacked .
The Manchester Evening News has learned police became aware a rave was being planned for a venue in Hattersley , Tameside , at the weekend , but it was disrupted .
A flyer was sent out as part of police work to stop the event .
Cops are investigating whether the organisers of that event simply moved it to Daisy Nook in neighbouring Oldham - or whether the crowds destined for Hattersley went there when their original plans were dashed .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ signs erected to trumpet the 'Quarantine Rave ' .
The field was left strewn with rubbish .
A young man , 20 , died from a suspected drug overdose .
Police say they were taken by surprise by the Daisy Nook rave - as they were by a simultaneous event on a brownfield site in Carrington , Trafford .
The Carrington event was marred by violence , with footage emerging on social media which appears to be show youths fighting with knives .
A senior police officer said he fears there will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Assistant Chief Constable Chris Sykes told the M.E.N : `` We have got concerns there will be further events taking place in the coming weeks because the ( hospitality ) industry is not able to supply these at the minute .
`` There is a demand but no supply so we get this illegal supply . ''
The officer said that many of those who went would , in normal circumstances , have attended festivals like Parklife in north Manchester , which would have taken place this weekend if it was n't for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 've got here , is people setting up their own , '' ACC Sykes added .
The event at Daisy Nook appeared to be 'better organised ' , which those who attended may have viewed as a good night out , while the one at Carrington was a 'nasty experience ' , he said .
He confirmed police received information of an 'illegal gathering ' planned for Hattersley , but he said it was stopped thanks to messages from police and work through 'back channels ' .
But that event ended up taking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Country Park , he said .
Explaining his concern for the future , he said : `` We 've got the shops opening across the country today .
We 've got people wanting to go out and party .
Football is coming back on the TV .
`` Are people going to turn up at grounds ? ''

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Police are poised for more illegal raves across Greater Manchester following this weekend's chaos.
It has emerged officers disrupted one large event, only for the crowds to resurface at another venue.
A top cop spoke out after a Saturday night of carnage at two illegal raves - one at Daisy Nook Country Park in Failsworth, Oldham, attended by about 4,000 people; and another on a brownfield site in Carrington, Trafford, which attracted 2,000.
Both were clear breaches of lockdown rules.
The event in Carrington was considered 'wild' by police. A young woman was raped; three people were stabbed; and police were attacked.
The Manchester Evening News has learned police became aware a rave was being planned for a venue in Hattersley, Tameside, at the weekend, but it was disrupted.
A flyer was sent out as part of police work to stop the event.
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Cops are investigating whether the organisers of that event simply moved it to Daisy Nook in neighbouring Oldham - or whether the crowds destined for Hattersley went there when their original plans were dashed.
It was a huge, organised rave with signs erected to trumpet the 'Quarantine Rave'.
The field was left strewn with rubbish. A young man, 20, died from a suspected drug overdose.
Police say they were taken by surprise by the Daisy Nook rave - as they were by a simultaneous event on a brownfield site in Carrington, Trafford.
(Image: MEN Media)
The Carrington event was marred by violence, with footage emerging on social media which appears to be show youths fighting with knives.
A senior police officer said he fears there will be more illegal raves in Greater Manchester. Cops are trying to identify the organisers of both events and speak to them.
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Assistant Chief Constable Chris Sykes told the M.E.N: "We have got concerns there will be further events taking place in the coming weeks because the (hospitality) industry is not able to supply these at the minute.
"There is a demand but no supply so we get this illegal supply."
(Image: MEN Media)
The officer said that many of those who went would, in normal circumstances, have attended festivals like Parklife in north Manchester, which would have taken place this weekend if it wasn't for lockdown.
"Basically, what we've got here, is people setting up their own," ACC Sykes added.
(Image: MEN)
The event at Daisy Nook appeared to be 'better organised', which those who attended may have viewed as a good night out, while the one at Carrington was a 'nasty experience', he said.
He confirmed police received information of an 'illegal gathering' planned for Hattersley, but he said it was stopped thanks to messages from police and work through 'back channels'.
But that event ended up taking place in a field near Daisy Nook Country Park, he said.
Explaining his concern for the future, he said: "We've got the shops opening across the country today. We've got people wanting to go out and party. Football is coming back on the TV.
"Are people going to turn up at grounds?"


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Zara sees 'MILE-LONG' queues as shoppers wait for hours in the rain

This morning , thousands of shops reopened for the first time in months , resulting scenes of frenzied shoppers queuing to get into their favourite stores across England .
Primark saw some of the biggest queues , with some shoppers even camping out in the early hours to beat the rush .
Apple and Footlocker have also been subject to large queues of people waiting in the rain to get inside .
But according to shoppers , the biggest queues have been spotted at Zara - with some claiming they 've been up to ' a mile long . '
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ In Your Area for free - click here We went down to Zara in Manchester City Centre , and the queue was larger than that outside Primark .
`` There are queues at the Apple store but by far the longest is for Zara , '' said one Twitter user .
Another wrote : `` The queue for Zara in Liverpool One .
Can ’ t see where it ends . ''
`` Anyone saying primark queues are bad obvs havent seen the zara queues [ sic ] '' said another .
A @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the queue for Zara in bristol is ridiculous . ''
`` Seeing reports of mile long queues for Zara and Zara 's parent company announcing they 're closing 1,200 stores .
Strange times , '' said somebody else .
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This morning, thousands of shops reopened for the first time in months, resulting scenes of frenzied shoppers queuing to get into their favourite stores across England.
Primark saw some of the biggest queues, with some shoppers even camping out in the early hours to beat the rush.
Apple and Footlocker have also been subject to large queues of people waiting in the rain to get inside.
But according to shoppers, the biggest queues have been spotted at Zara - with some claiming they've been up to 'a mile long.'
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We went down to Zara in Manchester City Centre, and the queue was larger than that outside Primark.
"There are queues at the Apple store but by far the longest is for Zara," said one Twitter user.
Another wrote: "The queue for Zara in Liverpool One. Can’t see where it ends."
"Anyone saying primark queues are bad obvs havent seen the zara queues[sic]" said another.
A fourth Twitter user wrote: "Nah the queue for Zara in bristol is ridiculous."
"Seeing reports of mile long queues for Zara and Zara's parent company announcing they're closing 1,200 stores. Strange times," said somebody else.
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Launch of Rochdale 's flagship shopping centre to be phased over several weeks

The opening of Rochdale 's new flagship retail and leisure centre will be staggered over several weeks .
Non-essential shops at Rochdale Riverside - including Next , River Island , Superdrug , and H & M will be opening in phases from June 27th .
But the Marks and Spencer store will open today .
( June 15th ) .
The complex was due open officially on April 6th but the launch was shelved after the country went into lockdown in March due to the coronavirus pandemic .
It boasts major high street names including M & S , Next @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Cinema , a Nando 's and a indoor mini-golf centre .
Eateries including Nandos , Heavenly Desserts , and Bean are expected to open from early July onwards - but the council says they are waiting for individual operators to confirm their opening dates .
Asked if the new Reel cinema could also open on July 4 - with only half the seats available for each screen to ensure social distancing , a council spokesman said : '' We will be working with Reel to open safely in line with government guidelines once @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be in mid-July .
We will announce the confirmed date closer to the time . ''
Councillor John Blundell , cabinet member for business , skills and regeneration at Rochdale Borough Council , said : “ Rochdale Riverside is a vital part of the £400m regeneration of Rochdale town centre and we ’ re looking forward to welcoming shoppers to this first class development over the coming months .
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More Info “ Riverside will be a fantastic facility for our residents and visitors , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ strong leisure offer , which will complement the many wonderful businesses we already have in Rochdale , which includes a number of independents .
“ Although things will be slightly different at the beginning , we ’ re working hard to ensure that visiting Rochdale will be a really good experience that people can enjoy safely.
” Website with all the info about the shops , cinema , mini-golf etc is herehttps : //rochdaleriverside.com/directo ry The project is a huge part of plans to revive the town centre , and has been delivered @ @ @ @ @ @ @ partners Gener8 and Kajima .

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The opening of Rochdale's new flagship retail and leisure centre will be staggered over several weeks.
Non-essential shops at Rochdale Riverside - including Next, River Island, Superdrug, and H&M will be opening in phases from June 27th.
But the Marks and Spencer store will open today. (June 15th).
The complex was due open officially on April 6th but the launch was shelved after the country went into lockdown in March due to the coronavirus pandemic.
It boasts major high street names including M&S, Next and JD Sports, alongside a Reel Cinema, a Nando's and a indoor mini-golf centre .
Eateries including Nandos, Heavenly Desserts, and Bean are expected to open from early July onwards - but the council says they are waiting for individual operators to confirm their opening dates.
Asked if the new Reel cinema could also open on July 4 - with only half the seats available for each screen to ensure social distancing, a council spokesman said:"We will be working with Reel to open safely in line with government guidelines once they are ready, which we hope to be in mid-July. We will announce the confirmed date closer to the time."
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Councillor John Blundell, cabinet member for business, skills and regeneration at Rochdale Borough Council, said: “Rochdale Riverside is a vital part of the £400m regeneration of Rochdale town centre and we’re looking forward to welcoming shoppers to this first class development over the coming months.
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“Riverside will be a fantastic facility for our residents and visitors, bringing major high street retailers and a strong leisure offer, which will complement the many wonderful businesses we already have in Rochdale, which includes a number of independents.
“Although things will be slightly different at the beginning, we’re working hard to ensure that visiting Rochdale will be a really good experience that people can enjoy safely.”
Website with all the info about the shops, cinema, mini-golf etc is herehttps://rochdaleriverside.com/directo ry
The project is a huge part of plans to revive the town centre, and has been delivered by the council together with private sector partners Gener8 and Kajima.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Motorcyclist air lifted to hospital with 'life threatening' injuries after crash

A motorcyclist has been rushed to hospital by air ambulance after a collision in Wigan .
The man - believed to be in his late 20s - suffered life threatening injuries during the crash in Atherton , police say .
The officer leading the investigation believes there were a number of witnesses and has urged anyone with information to come forward .
Emergency crews were called to reports of a collision involving an off-road bike on Spa Road , in Atherton , at around 7.15pm this evening ( June 15 ) .
The rider was taken to hospital by air @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for life threatening injuries , Greater Manchester Police said .
No arrests have been made and an investigation is underway .
A police cordon is currently in place whilst enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding this collision .
Inspector Mark Ainscough , of GMP ’ s Wigan division , said : “ A man has been seriously injured as a result of this incident and we are keen to speak with anyone who may have information about the circumstances leading up to this collision .
“ This incident happened in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that there are a number of witnesses who were in the area at the time and may have seen something , or have dash cam footage that can help police to complete their investigation .
“ If you have any information at all , no matter how insignificant you may feel it is , please do not hesitate to get in touch with police as soon as possible.
” Anyone with any information or dash cam footage should contact police on 0161 856 4741 , quoting incident number 2744 of 15/06/2020 .
Reports @ @ @ @ @ @ @ independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 .

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A motorcyclist has been rushed to hospital by air ambulance after a collision in Wigan.
The man - believed to be in his late 20s - suffered life threatening injuries during the crash in Atherton, police say.
The officer leading the investigation believes there were a number of witnesses and has urged anyone with information to come forward.
Emergency crews were called to reports of a collision involving an off-road bike on Spa Road, in Atherton, at around 7.15pm this evening (June 15).
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The rider was taken to hospital by air ambulance where he is currently receiving treatment for life threatening injuries, Greater Manchester Police said.
No arrests have been made and an investigation is underway.
A police cordon is currently in place whilst enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding this collision.
Inspector Mark Ainscough, of GMP’s Wigan division, said: “A man has been seriously injured as a result of this incident and we are keen to speak with anyone who may have information about the circumstances leading up to this collision.
“This incident happened in broad daylight, and I am confident that there are a number of witnesses who were in the area at the time and may have seen something, or have dash cam footage that can help police to complete their investigation.
“If you have any information at all, no matter how insignificant you may feel it is, please do not hesitate to get in touch with police as soon as possible.”
Anyone with any information or dash cam footage should contact police on 0161 856 4741, quoting incident number 2744 of 15/06/2020. Reports can also be made anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Man City 'showing most interest' in Hakimi and more transfer rumours

Manchester City are the club showing the most interest in Real Madrid defender Achraf Hakimi , according to reports .
While still going strong in the Champions League , City have seen their Premier League title slip through their fingers without much of a fight this season and a major factor has been their struggles at the back .
The failure to replace Vincent Kompany was only proven more costly when injuries befell Aymeric Laporte , John Stones and Nicolas Otamendi but the full-back position has also been troublesome .
Benjamin Mendy and Aleks Zinchenko have also struggled with injuries @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Leipzig and Joao Cancelo has struggled to settle following his big money move , even being left out of the Carabao Cup final squad .
As a result Pep Guardiola is once again being touted to spend big on full-backs this summer and Hakimi could fix a lot of problems .
The 21-year-old has spent the last two seasons on loan at Borussia Dortmund where he has displayed his ability to play on either flank , his capability at the back and his effectiveness in the attacking third , with nine goals and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ alone .
It 's expected that Hakimi will return to Madrid this summer but his performances have earned him plenty of admirers .
City are said to be one of them and , according to Spanish publication Cadena Ser , via SportWitness , they are the club showing the most interest out of the many linked .
It 's claimed they have asked Madrid about the Moroccan 's availability to see if Los Blancos would be willing to sell this summer , but they would also face stiff competition from Dortmund .
if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reportedly set their asking price for Houssem Aouar at €50million .
City have been repeatedly linked with the talented midfielder and Guardiola showered him with praise following his great performances against City in the 2018/19 Champions League campaign .
Ligue 1 has been cancelled early due to the coronavirus pandemic and as a result Lyon have failed to qualify for Europe for the first time since 1997 , which could spark an exodus of their best players .
CoSport , via Sports Illustrated , report that Aouar could be available for €50million but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

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Manchester City are the club showing the most interest in Real Madrid defender Achraf Hakimi, according to reports.
While still going strong in the Champions League, City have seen their Premier League title slip through their fingers without much of a fight this season and a major factor has been their struggles at the back.
The failure to replace Vincent Kompany was only proven more costly when injuries befell Aymeric Laporte, John Stones and Nicolas Otamendi but the full-back position has also been troublesome.
Benjamin Mendy and Aleks Zinchenko have also struggled with injuries, Angelino has been loaned to RB Leipzig and Joao Cancelo has struggled to settle following his big money move, even being left out of the Carabao Cup final squad.
As a result Pep Guardiola is once again being touted to spend big on full-backs this summer and Hakimi could fix a lot of problems.
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The 21-year-old has spent the last two seasons on loan at Borussia Dortmund where he has displayed his ability to play on either flank, his capability at the back and his effectiveness in the attacking third, with nine goals and 10 assists to his name this season alone.
It's expected that Hakimi will return to Madrid this summer but his performances have earned him plenty of admirers.
City are said to be one of them and, according to Spanish publication Cadena Ser, via SportWitness, they are the club showing the most interest out of the many linked.
It's claimed they have asked Madrid about the Moroccan's availability to see if Los Blancos would be willing to sell this summer, but they would also face stiff competition from Dortmund. if they were.
Meanwhile, Lyon have reportedly set their asking price for Houssem Aouar at €50million.
City have been repeatedly linked with the talented midfielder and Guardiola showered him with praise following his great performances against City in the 2018/19 Champions League campaign.
Ligue 1 has been cancelled early due to the coronavirus pandemic and as a result Lyon have failed to qualify for Europe for the first time since 1997, which could spark an exodus of their best players.
CoSport, via Sports Illustrated, report that Aouar could be available for €50million but Real Madrid and Juventus are also interested.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Police prepare for increase in pick-pocketing and robberies as shops reopen

Pickpocketing and robberies could increase again as the shops begin to reopen , police have warned .
Patrols have been ramped up in Manchester city centre as lockdown restrictions are eased and shoppers start to return .
And officers have warned criminals “ we are here , we are watching and we are committed to keeping our streets safe ” .
Hundreds of people returned to the Arndale Centre and the Trafford Centre and there were long queues outside many stores as non-essential shops across England reopened today after months of lockdown .
Stores and retailers have had to introduce @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
As the restrictions are eased , Greater Manchester Police announced measures to tackle offenders of personal robbery .
Through Operation Valiant - which was launched in February 2018 - the force will be deploying high visibility patrols in “ hotspot areas ” .
Covert officers will also be deployed to target offenders and offer crime prevention advice to members of the public .
Signage around the city and town centres in Greater Manchester has also been displayed to remind offenders of a police presence in the area .
Superintendent Chris Hill , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , said officers are prepared for a possible increase in incidents .
“ Understandably we have seen a reduction in incidents of personal robbery in the city centre and across town centres in Greater Manchester , as Covid-19 restrictions meant the shutting of retail stores and the need for people to stay at home where possible , ” he says .
“ As these restrictions ease and the footfall on our streets increase , there is a danger of an increase in these incidents .
Our officers are prepared for this .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ restrictions will mean that the shopping experience will be very different .
As well as targeting offenders , it ’ s important that we are educating the public on how to keep themselves and their belongings safe during this period of change .
“ Operation Valiant has already had a positive impact not only in the city centre , but across Greater Manchester , with a number of arrests of prolific offenders .
“ As Greater Manchester begins to reopen , GMP ’ s message to offenders remains the same – we are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are committed to keeping our streets safe .
We are also asking members of the public to work with us – to report crimes or suspicious activity and follow simple steps to help prevent themselves from falling victim.
” Anyone who sees something suspicious , or who wants to report a crime is asked to call 101 , or 999 in an emergency .

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Pickpocketing and robberies could increase again as the shops begin to reopen, police have warned.
Patrols have been ramped up in Manchester city centre as lockdown restrictions are eased and shoppers start to return.
And officers have warned criminals “we are here, we are watching and we are committed to keeping our streets safe”.
Hundreds of people returned to the Arndale Centre and the Trafford Centre and there were long queues outside many stores as non-essential shops across England reopened today after months of lockdown.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
Stores and retailers have had to introduce strict safety measures to allow shoppers back.
As the restrictions are eased, Greater Manchester Police announced measures to tackle offenders of personal robbery.
Through Operation Valiant - which was launched in February 2018 - the force will be deploying high visibility patrols in “hotspot areas”.
Covert officers will also be deployed to target offenders and offer crime prevention advice to members of the public.
Signage around the city and town centres in Greater Manchester has also been displayed to remind offenders of a police presence in the area.
Superintendent Chris Hill, the force’s lead for robbery, said officers are prepared for a possible increase in incidents.
“Understandably we have seen a reduction in incidents of personal robbery in the city centre and across town centres in Greater Manchester, as Covid-19 restrictions meant the shutting of retail stores and the need for people to stay at home where possible,” he says.
“As these restrictions ease and the footfall on our streets increase, there is a danger of an increase in these incidents. Our officers are prepared for this.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
“Although retailers are beginning to reopen, restrictions will mean that the shopping experience will be very different. As well as targeting offenders, it’s important that we are educating the public on how to keep themselves and their belongings safe during this period of change.
“Operation Valiant has already had a positive impact not only in the city centre, but across Greater Manchester, with a number of arrests of prolific offenders.
“As Greater Manchester begins to reopen, GMP’s message to offenders remains the same – we are here, we are watching and we are committed to keeping our streets safe. We are also asking members of the public to work with us – to report crimes or suspicious activity and follow simple steps to help prevent themselves from falling victim.”
Anyone who sees something suspicious, or who wants to report a crime is asked to call 101, or 999 in an emergency.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Dortmund manager drops hint on Sancho's future amid Man Utd interest

Borussia Dortmund manager Lucien Favre has admitted he does n't know if Jadon Sancho will stay at the club amid interest from Manchester United .
Although both Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Ed Woodward have warned that the upcoming transfer window will likely be unrecognisable from previous editions in a post-coronavirus world , United are still prepared to go ahead with their plans this summer .
Solskjaer is hoping to add a playmaker , centre-midfielder and winger to his squad in order to mount a serious Premier League title challenge next season and Sancho is the club 's top target .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , who is enjoying another great campaign following his breakout year and has a massive 20 goals and 20 assists to his name so far .
It 's of little surprise that there is much interest in Sancho , with several other major European clubs also linked with a move , and Favre has conceded that he does n't know where his future lies .
`` We 'll see after the season , '' Favre said when asked about potentially losing some of his star players this summer .
`` Of course , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ players will stay , but it is possible that players will leave .
`` You have already mentioned two [ Achraf Hakimi and Sancho ] that we do n't definitely know about .
`` Of course , they could stay with us , which would be very good for me .
But we 'll see what we 'll do , whether it 's in defence , midfield or attack . ''

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Borussia Dortmund manager Lucien Favre has admitted he doesn't know if Jadon Sancho will stay at the club amid interest from Manchester United.
Although both Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Ed Woodward have warned that the upcoming transfer window will likely be unrecognisable from previous editions in a post-coronavirus world, United are still prepared to go ahead with their plans this summer.
Solskjaer is hoping to add a playmaker, centre-midfielder and winger to his squad in order to mount a serious Premier League title challenge next season and Sancho is the club's top target.
United are long-term admirers of the 20-year-old, who is enjoying another great campaign following his breakout year and has a massive 20 goals and 20 assists to his name so far.
It's of little surprise that there is much interest in Sancho, with several other major European clubs also linked with a move, and Favre has conceded that he doesn't know where his future lies.
"We'll see after the season," Favre said when asked about potentially losing some of his star players this summer.
"Of course, players will leave. We hope the players will stay, but it is possible that players will leave.
"You have already mentioned two [Achraf Hakimi and Sancho] that we don't definitely know about.
"Of course, they could stay with us, which would be very good for me. But we'll see what we'll do, whether it's in defence, midfield or attack."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Corrie viewers worried for Carla over hint she was a sex worker

Coronation Street fans are concerned for the much-loved Weatherfield icon Carla Connor following a hint about a possible past as a sex worker .
In tonight 's Corrie , mystery girl Chelsey appeared to insinuate that the former Underworld factory boss had a dark secret from her missing weeks living on the streets last year .
Chelsey , who turned up at the Rovers Return where Carla is now working , is trying to blackmail her .
She 's demanding £1,000 in return for drugs she claims Carla flushed down the toilet while they were living in the same squat @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all about what you got up to during your little holiday with me , '' threatened Chelsey .
When Carla retorted that her man Peter Barlow 'would n't give a monkey 's ' if she had flushed drugs down the toilet Chelsley tried a different tack to put the wind up her .
`` I did n't mean that .
I mean what you had to do to survive on the street , '' she said menacingly .
And when Carla , played by Alison King , protested she did n't know what @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Yeah you do , you know exactly what I 'm talking about . ''
`` So Carla Connor was a street worker , '' said one viewer on Twitter .
`` OMG what exactly did Carla do ?
Prostitute herself ?
sell drugs ? ''
asked another .
`` Protect Carla Connor at ALL costs pls , '' tweeted another worried viewer .
Carla 's time sleeping rough is hazy after she suffered a breakdown following the death of her half brother Aidan Connor and the collapse of her beloved factory , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ think I did okay , you 're wrong , '' she told Chelsey .
But her blackmailer argued : `` How do you know ?
`` You 've already admitted the whole thing was a blur .
All I want is my money back . ''
When Peter found out about the blackmail attempt he was furious and went after Chelsey to tell her to stay away from his partner .
`` You 're gon na crawl back to whatever little sordid hole you 've been hiding in and you 're going to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He then reassured Carla that she wo n't be coming back .
But Chelsey was seen on the phone telling someone : `` It 's her alright and you need to get over here because she 's saying she does n't remember .
`` As soon as she sees you she 'll give us whatever we want . ''

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Coronation Street fans are concerned for the much-loved Weatherfield icon Carla Connor following a hint about a possible past as a sex worker.
In tonight's Corrie, mystery girl Chelsey appeared to insinuate that the former Underworld factory boss had a dark secret from her missing weeks living on the streets last year.
Chelsey, who turned up at the Rovers Return where Carla is now working, is trying to blackmail her.
She's demanding £1,000 in return for drugs she claims Carla flushed down the toilet while they were living in the same squat.
(Image: ITV/Coronation Street)
"I'll tell your fella all about what you got up to during your little holiday with me," threatened Chelsey.
When Carla retorted that her man Peter Barlow 'wouldn't give a monkey's' if she had flushed drugs down the toilet Chelsley tried a different tack to put the wind up her.
"I didn't mean that. I mean what you had to do to survive on the street," she said menacingly.
And when Carla, played by Alison King, protested she didn't know what she was talking about she insisted: "Yeah you do, you know exactly what I'm talking about."
(Image: ITV/Coronation Street)
"So Carla Connor was a street worker," said one viewer on Twitter.
"OMG what exactly did Carla do? Prostitute herself? sell drugs?" asked another.
"Leave Carla alone," raged another viewer.
"Protect Carla Connor at ALL costs pls," tweeted another worried viewer.
Carla's time sleeping rough is hazy after she suffered a breakdown following the death of her half brother Aidan Connor and the collapse of her beloved factory, killing Rana Habeeb.
"Whatever you think I did okay, you're wrong," she told Chelsey.
But her blackmailer argued: "How do you know?
(Image: ITV/Coronation Street)
"You've already admitted the whole thing was a blur. All I want is my money back."
When Peter found out about the blackmail attempt he was furious and went after Chelsey to tell her to stay away from his partner.
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"You're gonna crawl back to whatever little sordid hole you've been hiding in and you're going to stay there," he said.
He then reassured Carla that she won't be coming back.
But Chelsey was seen on the phone telling someone: "It's her alright and you need to get over here because she's saying she doesn't remember.
"As soon as she sees you she'll give us whatever we want."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Corrie fans baffled over newlywed Adam Barlow flirting with newcomer Laura

Eyebrows were raised as Adam Barlow appeared to forget he 's just walked down the aisle with Sarah Platt on Monday night 's Coronation Street .
The newlywed , who said ' I do ' with Sarah in March , blatantly flirted with newcomer Laura Neelan , the ex wife of loan shark Rick Neelan .
As solicitor Adam quizzed Laura about her late husband , she looked both pleased and puzzled .
`` You seem very interested , '' she said .
`` I just want to know if I 've got chance or not , '' he said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ daughter Kelly .
Adam then handed her his business card before saying goodbye and invited her to 'pop in . '
`` What ’ s Adam playing at ? ''
wondered one fan on Twitter .
`` Them just there dangerous words Adam . ''
said another .
Adam Barlow , played by Sam Robertson , is actually on a mission to search for answers over the disappearance of her husband .
He 's figured out that there 's something strange about his wife 's ex Gary Windass hanging around the Neelan family @ @ @ @ @ @ @ around Rick 's teenage daughter Kelly .
He 's now turned to Laura for help after she recently returned to Coronation Street .
Viewers are aware that Gary murdered his former boss Rick and buried him in the woods last summer .

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Eyebrows were raised as Adam Barlow appeared to forget he's just walked down the aisle with Sarah Platt on Monday night's Coronation Street.
The newlywed, who said 'I do' with Sarah in March, blatantly flirted with newcomer Laura Neelan, the ex wife of loan shark Rick Neelan.
As solicitor Adam quizzed Laura about her late husband, she looked both pleased and puzzled.
(Image: ITV)
"You seem very interested," she said.
"I just want to know if I've got chance or not," he said smoothly before they were interrupted by her daughter Kelly.
Adam then handed her his business card before saying goodbye and invited her to 'pop in.'
"What’s Adam playing at?" wondered one fan on Twitter.
(Image: Coronation Street)
"Them just there dangerous words Adam." said another.
"Ya a married man."
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"Ay up, Adam," tutted another viewer.
Adam Barlow, played by Sam Robertson, is actually on a mission to search for answers over the disappearance of her husband.
He's figured out that there's something strange about his wife's ex Gary Windass hanging around the Neelan family, having seen him become overly protective around Rick's teenage daughter Kelly.
He's now turned to Laura for help after she recently returned to Coronation Street.
Viewers are aware that Gary murdered his former boss Rick and buried him in the woods last summer.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Man Utd 'told Kai Havertz asking price' and more transfer rumours

Manchester United will have to pay £90million if they want to sign Kai Havertz , according to reports .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is looking to enhance his attacking options this summer in the hope of mounting a serious Premier League title challenge next season with a winger , centre-midfielder and playmaker on his list of priorities .
While M.E.N .
Sport understands that Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish remains United 's primary target for the playmaker role , Havertz has emerged as an intriguing opton .
The 21-year-old , as reported by M.E.N .
Sport , would be open to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and United have been impressed with his sublime form in the Bundesliga , which has seen him score 15 times .
However , Bayer Leverkusen are n't prepared to let their prized asset go on the cheap and , as reported by the Express , they will demand £90m for him .
It 's claimed that Chelsea are hoping to win the race for his signature but their bid currently falls short of Leverkusen 's valuation and they they 're unwilling to pay more than £75m .
It means that , the report @ @ @ @ @ @ @ open for United or Liverpool to swoop in and sign the talented German .
However , such a big move may be beyond United 's capability as well as Ed Woodward has warned that following the coronavirus pandemic `` it may not be 'business as usual ' for any clubs , including ourselves , in the transfer market this summer '' and that speculation of big money moves `` seems to ignore the realities that face the sport '' .
Meanwhile , reports elsewhere suggest that United will instead make a move for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ summer .
United great and Ajax CEO Edwin van der Sar has confirmed United 's interest in the versatile midfielder and , the Daily Star reports , that United could swoop in and sign him from under the nose of Real Madrid .
However , it 's claimed that the club will sell Andreas Pereira to raise funds for the move and create more space in the squad .

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Manchester United will have to pay £90million if they want to sign Kai Havertz, according to reports.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is looking to enhance his attacking options this summer in the hope of mounting a serious Premier League title challenge next season with a winger, centre-midfielder and playmaker on his list of priorities.
While M.E.N. Sport understands that Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish remains United's primary target for the playmaker role, Havertz has emerged as an intriguing opton.
The 21-year-old, as reported by M.E.N. Sport, would be open to a move to Old Trafford this summer and United have been impressed with his sublime form in the Bundesliga, which has seen him score 15 times.
However, Bayer Leverkusen aren't prepared to let their prized asset go on the cheap and, as reported by the Express, they will demand £90m for him.
It's claimed that Chelsea are hoping to win the race for his signature but their bid currently falls short of Leverkusen's valuation and they they're unwilling to pay more than £75m. It means that, the report states, the door could be left open for United or Liverpool to swoop in and sign the talented German.
However, such a big move may be beyond United's capability as well as Ed Woodward has warned that following the coronavirus pandemic "it may not be 'business as usual' for any clubs, including ourselves, in the transfer market this summer" and that speculation of big money moves "seems to ignore the realities that face the sport".
Meanwhile, reports elsewhere suggest that United will instead make a move for Ajax star Donny van de Beek this summer.
United great and Ajax CEO Edwin van der Sar has confirmed United's interest in the versatile midfielder and, the Daily Star reports, that United could swoop in and sign him from under the nose of Real Madrid.
However, it's claimed that the club will sell Andreas Pereira to raise funds for the move and create more space in the squad.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Kym Marsh looks stunning as she returns to TV screens with a new hairdo

Kym Marsh has returned to our TV screens after leaving Coronation Street at the end of last year , this time appearing in the mornings on a new BBC One consumer show .
The soap star looked stunning in a pretty floral dress with black open-toe heels , showcasing a new darker hairdo .
The compliments came pouring in after the 44-year-old grandmother of one , who played Michelle Connor in Coronation Street , presented Your Money and Your Life with Watchdog and Rogue Traders presenter Matt Allwright .
`` So proud of you @ marsh_kym you did really well @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our screens , '' said one fan on her Instagram .
`` How is it possible you 're a grandmother ? ''
asked another .
`` Loved watching your show and love the dress too , '' complimented another fan about Another fan said : `` Love your hair darker !
You look beaut . ''
And , pointing out her new darker locks , her friend Peter Eccleston remarked `` hair '' with a sassy emoji .
Kym told fans that she did her own hair and makeup for the show .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' she said .
The show , airing daily at 10am for three weeks , gives guidance and tips on issues affecting everyone following the COVID-19 pandemic such as holidays , health , work and home life .
Kym left Coronation Street at the end of last year after almost 14 years in Weatherfield .
In emotional scenes her character left the cobbles to start a new life in Ireland after losing her beloved bistro after the death of her ex fiance Robert Preston on Christmas Day in a dramatic shooting .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lockdown with her soldier boyfriend Scott Ratcliff , her son David Cunliffe , 25 , her daughter Polly , nine and David 's girlfriend , this week celebrated her birthday while staying at home .
She got up in the morning to find her lounge decked out to celebrate her special day .
The room was adorned with balloons and giant K and M initials with a chocolate cake as the centrepiece surrounded by gifts and cards .
A delighted Kym shared a photo of her treats on Instagram and told fans how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ testing times .
She said : `` Well what a surprise for me this morning !
!
!
`` Can ’ t believe what my gang have done for me to make me feel special on my lockdown birthday !
!
Paying tribute to her loved-ones who have made her feel so special she said : `` Times are crazy right now and I am so grateful to have people in my life that make everything feel normal and who never fail to make me feel loved , happy , safe , appreciated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the bottom of my heart my wonderful family , boyfriend and friends .
`` I am emotional and feel so loved !
I love you all . ''

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Kym Marsh has returned to our TV screens after leaving Coronation Street at the end of last year, this time appearing in the mornings on a new BBC One consumer show.
The soap star looked stunning in a pretty floral dress with black open-toe heels, showcasing a new darker hairdo.
The compliments came pouring in after the 44-year-old grandmother of one, who played Michelle Connor in Coronation Street, presented Your Money and Your Life with Watchdog and Rogue Traders presenter Matt Allwright.
"So proud of you @marsh_kym you did really well! Great to see you back on our screens," said one fan on her Instagram.
"How is it possible you're a grandmother?" asked another.
"Loved watching your show and love the dress too," complimented another fan about
"Stunning!" another told her.
Another fan said: "Love your hair darker! You look beaut."
And, pointing out her new darker locks, her friend Peter Eccleston remarked "hair" with a sassy emoji.
Kym told fans that she did her own hair and makeup for the show.
"Hair and Makeup by meeeeee!" she said.
The show, airing daily at 10am for three weeks, gives guidance and tips on issues affecting everyone following the COVID-19 pandemic such as holidays, health, work and home life.
Kym left Coronation Street at the end of last year after almost 14 years in Weatherfield.
In emotional scenes her character left the cobbles to start a new life in Ireland after losing her beloved bistro after the death of her ex fiance Robert Preston on Christmas Day in a dramatic shooting.
The star, who has been living in lockdown with her soldier boyfriend Scott Ratcliff, her son David Cunliffe, 25, her daughter Polly, nine and David's girlfriend, this week celebrated her birthday while staying at home.
She got up in the morning to find her lounge decked out to celebrate her special day.
The room was adorned with balloons and giant K and M initials with a chocolate cake as the centrepiece surrounded by gifts and cards.
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A delighted Kym shared a photo of her treats on Instagram and told fans how much it meant to her during such testing times.
She said: "Well what a surprise for me this morning!!!
"Can’t believe what my gang have done for me to make me feel special on my lockdown birthday!!
Paying tribute to her loved-ones who have made her feel so special she said: "Times are crazy right now and I am so grateful to have people in my life that make everything feel normal and who never fail to make me feel loved, happy, safe, appreciated and special. "Thank you from the bottom of my heart my wonderful family, boyfriend and friends.
"I am emotional and feel so loved! I love you all."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-06-15--Manchester United evening headlines as Gomes' future hangs in balance

Here are your Manchester United evening headlines for Monday June 15th .
Despite the season restarting this week and extending until early August , Angel Gomes ’ future at Manchester United is set to be decided in the next two weeks .
The 19-year-old ’ s current deal expires at the end of the month , while United have extended a long-term offer .
Equally as pertinently , MEN Sport understands that no discussions have been held between Gomes and the club regarding a short-term extension that would allow him to continue playing for the team during the final weeks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can leave on July 1st , despite the season still going on .
United will be frustrated to lose a young player for free .
Gomes has been highly thought of at Old Trafford for many years , and as they experienced with Paul Pogba , it can be an expensive mistake to make .
Whether Gomes pens a new deal or not , short-term or otherwise , remains to be seen .
But with his contract expiring on June 30th , a decision will come in the next two weeks .
Another @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is Dean Henderson .
The Sheffield United goalkeeper , who has been on loan from Manchester United , could leave Bramall Lane when his loan contract at the club expires on June 30th .
However , this week , Blades boss Chris Wilder , who leads his team in the first match of the Premier League restart against Aston Villa on Wednesday evening , confirmed that positive discussions have been had regarding whether Henderson will remain with the team for the rest of the season .
“ Yeah , there has been ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is , ” .
“ I spoke to Ole yesterday morning .
He was up and about at the training ground .
I thanked him for his co-operation with Dean and we are in the process in the next couple of days of finalising Dean staying with us until the end of the season .
“ I have got to say Ole was brilliant as he always is and was very pro Dean staying and delighted with what Dean 's done for us and what we 've done for him as well .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ opportunity we 've given him to play Premier League football and we 've been delighted with him.
” United will show how much they want Sancho Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho , Manchester United ’ s priority this summer , will almost certainly require a club-record fee .
Amid the financial uncertainty of the current crisis , which Ed Woodward admitted would prevent business from continuing as normal , such a deal is difficult to pull off .
And Dortmund are in no position to sell .
In fact , they are assuming @ @ @ @ @ @ @ beyond this summer .
“ We had a few issues with Jadon in the last week , but we all cleared them up , ” Dortmund 's head of football Sebastian Kehl said over the weekend .
“ He played a great game afterwards and does a good job .
He is incredibly important .
At the moment we continue to assume that he will play and stay at Borussia Dortmund next season.
” Given this , , we will find out just how much United want Sancho this summer .
United will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ number one priority .

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Here are your Manchester United evening headlines for Monday June 15th.
Angel Gomes future to be decided
Despite the season restarting this week and extending until early August, Angel Gomes’ future at Manchester United is set to be decided in the next two weeks. The 19-year-old’s current deal expires at the end of the month, while United have extended a long-term offer.
Equally as pertinently, MEN Sport understands that no discussions have been held between Gomes and the club regarding a short-term extension that would allow him to continue playing for the team during the final weeks of the season. That means Gomes can leave on July 1st, despite the season still going on.
United will be frustrated to lose a young player for free. Gomes has been highly thought of at Old Trafford for many years, and as they experienced with Paul Pogba, it can be an expensive mistake to make.
Whether Gomes pens a new deal or not, short-term or otherwise, remains to be seen. But with his contract expiring on June 30th, a decision will come in the next two weeks.
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Sheffield United confirm Henderson agreement discussions
Another player who faces an uncertain short-term future is Dean Henderson. The Sheffield United goalkeeper, who has been on loan from Manchester United, could leave Bramall Lane when his loan contract at the club expires on June 30th.
However, this week, Blades boss Chris Wilder, who leads his team in the first match of the Premier League restart against Aston Villa on Wednesday evening, confirmed that positive discussions have been had regarding whether Henderson will remain with the team for the rest of the season.
“Yeah, there has been (contact with Solskjaer). There always is,” Wilder said . “I spoke to Ole yesterday morning. He was up and about at the training ground. I thanked him for his co-operation with Dean and we are in the process in the next couple of days of finalising Dean staying with us until the end of the season.
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“I have got to say Ole was brilliant as he always is and was very pro Dean staying and delighted with what Dean's done for us and what we've done for him as well.
“It can't be understated the opportunity we've given him to play Premier League football and we've been delighted with him.”
United will show how much they want Sancho
Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho, Manchester United’s priority this summer, will almost certainly require a club-record fee. Amid the financial uncertainty of the current crisis, which Ed Woodward admitted would prevent business from continuing as normal, such a deal is difficult to pull off.
And Dortmund are in no position to sell. In fact, they are assuming that Sancho will remain with the club beyond this summer.
“We had a few issues with Jadon in the last week, but we all cleared them up,” Dortmund's head of football Sebastian Kehl said over the weekend. “He played a great game afterwards and does a good job. He is incredibly important. At the moment we continue to assume that he will play and stay at Borussia Dortmund next season.”