themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-24--What family say about murder-suicide cases that 'could be work of serial killer'

Family and neighbours of two Greater Manchester couples whose deaths were treated as murder-suicide have spoken after a bombshell report urged detectives to re-examine the cases to see if they are linked to two in Cheshire it is claimed 'could have been the work of a serial killer ' .
The report claims a murderer who preys on vulnerable , elderly couples could actually have struck twice in Wilmslow in the 1990s , according to a document seen by the Sunday Times .
The unknown murderer could still be at large , it is claimed .
Another three cases treated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and one in Cumbria - should be reviewed to see if they 're linked to the Wilmslow cases , chief coroner 's officer for Cheshire Stephanie Davies wrote .
The deaths of Davyhulme couple Kenneth and Eileen Martin and Didsbury husband and wife Michael and Violet Higgins are the Greater Manchester cases cited in the report .
Greater Manchester Police said colleagues in Cheshire alerted them to the fact the cases were explored in Ms Davies ' report .
The force said it is 'in touch with the relevant coroners to discuss the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were found dead at their Broadway home by their daughter Elaine Tong on the November 10 , 2008 - the day before their 55th wedding anniversary .
An inquest into their deaths concluded Mr Martin killed his seriously-ill wife before taking his own life - because he could no longer cope with looking after her .
Kenneth , 77 , was found hanged , the hearing at Stockport Magistrates ' Court was told , after he hit Eileen , 76 , over the head with a 'blunt instrument ' .
He suffered from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and had cared for his wife for five years since she was diagnosed with dementia .
The court heard Kenneth admitted to his family he was struggling to cope and warned he would not 'leave her behind as a burden ' when he died .
Mr Martin , a retired steel erector , killed his wife before cutting his throat and hanging himself in the garage , the inquest concluded .
Ms Tong told the inquest her father was ' a proud man ' who refused the help of social services in looking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Martin said his father was depressed and unable to walk , but would not use a wheelchair .
`` His illnesses used to get him down , they were always playing on his mind , '' he said .
Mr Martin wanted his children to inherit the money social services would have taken for looking after them and refused their help , he added .
His mother ’ s vascular dementia meant she would forget who people were and ‘ just sit and stare into space ’ , he said .
Then deputy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ unlawful killing for Eileen Martin and ruled that her husband committed suicide .
Neighbour Damon McCurdy , 45 , said his wife Claire , 46 , knew the elderly couple for around two years before their deaths .
Speaking on Monday ( August 24 ) , Mr McCurdy said : `` I saw the story and thought 'that sounds a bit like what happened next door .
`` Then they started talking about a serial killer and I thought 'come on ... you 're clutching at straws ' .
`` Claire was here @ @ @ @ @ @ @ died ] and never heard anything .
She says 'no chance , nobody entered that house , there was no noise .
`` Honestly , I would hear Ken all the time , you knew where he was in the house because of the coughing , I think he had emphysema .
`` We knew them - Ken was getting properly ill and Eileen was in a bad way .
It made sense that it was a mercy killing . ''
Since the story into Ms Davies ' report broke on Sunday , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have been on his mind .
`` For me , what links all of them [ the cases ] ?
I ca n't see it , '' he added .
`` Who would know that Ken and Eileen were ill ?
It would have to be someone who was a bit tied in to the community .
`` Ken used to come and help my Mrs to do the drains and that kind of stuff , he was that type of old man , he was dead sound .
Eileen was too before @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sad . ''
A member of the couples ' family , who did not want to be named , said : `` They were elderly parents , they were poorly .
`` I do n't think anybody else was involved . ''
Michael and Violet Higgins were found dead on February 21 , 2000 .
An inquest into the couple 's deaths raised questions about why Michael , a seemingly 'devoted ' husband , bludgeoned his wife to death , before apparently strangling himself .
Mr Higgins , 59 , who was suffering @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wife Violet , 76 , after she threatened to leave him and put him in a home , Manchester Coroners ' Court heard in 2004 .
Mr Higgins was found dead near his ex-policewoman wife 's body at their home on Broad Oak Lane in Didsbury .
Coroner Leonard Gorodkin concluded Mrs Higgins ' death had been a result of unlawful killing , while recording Mr Higgins ' death as suicide .
`` It was a very sad end to many years of apparent happy marriage , I do n't know what led @ @ @ @ @ @ @ violence took place that was completely out of character with Mr Higgins , '' Mr Gorodkin said .
The court heard Mrs Higgins was repeatedly hit in her sleep by her husband with a rolling pin .
She also sustained stab wounds from a pair of scissors , the court heard .
The couple were thought to have been happy and without marital problems , but a few weeks before their deaths , members of the family began to detect signs of trouble , the inquest heard .
Mr Daniel Higgins said his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ return to her native Ireland after putting Michael in a home .
''It was a great shock - I never thought of my brother as being capable of hurting anyone , '' he said .
Today ( Monday ) , some of the couple 's neighbours - who still live on the road - said they were shocked the case had been included in Ms Davies ' report .
Many said they found it hard to believe anyone else could have been involved in their deaths .
They described the couple as 'quiet @ @ @ @ @ @ @ problems as Mr Higgins ' health deteriorated .
Mian Ashraf , 81 , has lived a couple of doors down since 1980 .
He said : `` They were a very nice couple .
He was a very nice man , always willing to help .
Nobody thought this was going to happen .
`` He killed his wife and he killed himself .
They had their problems - they were terminally ill. She was Irish , she wanted to go back to Ireland . ''
Another neighbour , who has lived on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : `` It 's a shock .
When they were talking about the Cheshire one on the radio it made me think of next door .
`` It got my mind whirring again .
I was n't close to the couple , she was quite shy , timid .
He was always pottering around in his garden .
`` They were just a nice elderly couple .
Their deaths were a shock to all of us , it was completely out of the blue .
It was unthinkable .
I ca n't @ @ @ @ @ @ @ else , but that is for the police to decide not me . ''
Venice Hassall , 85 , has lived around the corner since 1966 .
She said : `` I remember saying good morning to them .
I remember he used to do a lot in the garden , I do n't remember seeing her at all .
`` They just seemed a bit on their own .
They seemed to be a quiet couple .
It was rather sad really .
`` It was never suggested at the time that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their death ] . ''
Two Wilmslow couples - and a husband and wife in Cumbria The cases of Kenneth and Eileen Martin and Michael and Violet Higgins are cited in the investigation penned by Ms Davies - as being potentially similar to two in nearby Wilmslow .
The 179-page report used modern techniques to review the cases .
Ms Davies calls on the National Crime Agency and Interpol to review cases in Britain and Europe to determine whether there are more deaths that could be linked .
`` This individual will not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ him , '' the report reads .
Ms Davies ' predecessor noted the apparent similarities in five cases before handing her the files , according to the Sunday Times .
The deaths of Howard and Bea Ainsworth and Donald and Auriel Ward in Wilmslow - in 1996 and 1999 - were treated as murder-suicide by police .
In both cases , the victims were found in their blood-soaked beds in their nightwear .
Both couples were discovered lying on blood-soaked beds in their nightclothes .
The report notes apparent similarities in both cases @ @ @ @ @ @ @ knives being recovered ; and the fact the women were left with their nightdresses lifted .
Ms Davies report goes on to discuss the Martins and the Higgins - as well as a case in Cumbria .
Stanley , 92 , and Peggie Wilson , 89 were found dead in their home in Kendal in 2011 .
Mr Wilson had been suffering with mental health problems .
Investigators said he killed his wife .
He suffered fatal injuries to his neck and body , which were ruled to have been self-inflicted .
Ms @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that the cases are linked - until police case files are reviewed .
Greater Manchester police confirmed they had been contacted by Cheshire Police , and have been in touch with the coroner to determine what happens next .
What Greater Manchester Police - and Cheshire Police - say A spokesperson for Cheshire Police said : `` We are in receipt of the report and it is being reviewed .
This is a piece of research which has been undertaken by the staff member , independently .
`` As with any case that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ comes to light it is reviewed and acted upon if appropriate .
We have notified Greater Manchester police and Cumbria constabulary . ''
A spokesperson for GMP said : `` Cheshire Police have contacted GMP regarding two historic cases .
`` GMP has been in touch with the relevant coroners to discuss the next steps .
`` As with any case that has been closed , where new information comes to light it is reviewed and acted upon if appropriate . ''

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Family and neighbours of two Greater Manchester couples whose deaths were treated as murder-suicide have spoken after a bombshell report urged detectives to re-examine the cases to see if they are linked to two in Cheshire it is claimed 'could have been the work of a serial killer'.
The report claims a murderer who preys on vulnerable, elderly couples could actually have struck twice in Wilmslow in the 1990s, according to a document seen by the Sunday Times.
The unknown murderer could still be at large, it is claimed.
Another three cases treated as murder-suicide - two in Greater Manchester and one in Cumbria - should be reviewed to see if they're linked to the Wilmslow cases, chief coroner's officer for Cheshire Stephanie Davies wrote.
The deaths of Davyhulme couple Kenneth and Eileen Martin and Didsbury husband and wife Michael and Violet Higgins are the Greater Manchester cases cited in the report.
Greater Manchester Police said colleagues in Cheshire alerted them to the fact the cases were explored in Ms Davies' report. The force said it is 'in touch with the relevant coroners to discuss the next steps'.
Kenneth and Eileen Martin - Davyhulme, November 2008
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The Davyhulme couple were found dead at their Broadway home by their daughter Elaine Tong on the November 10, 2008 - the day before their 55th wedding anniversary.
An inquest into their deaths concluded Mr Martin killed his seriously-ill wife before taking his own life - because he could no longer cope with looking after her.
Kenneth, 77, was found hanged, the hearing at Stockport Magistrates' Court was told, after he hit Eileen, 76, over the head with a 'blunt instrument'.
He suffered from stokes, diabetes and prostate cancer, and had cared for his wife for five years since she was diagnosed with dementia.
The court heard Kenneth admitted to his family he was struggling to cope and warned he would not 'leave her behind as a burden' when he died.
Mr Martin, a retired steel erector, killed his wife before cutting his throat and hanging himself in the garage, the inquest concluded.
Ms Tong told the inquest her father was 'a proud man' who refused the help of social services in looking after his wife.
His son Christopher Martin said his father was depressed and unable to walk, but would not use a wheelchair.
(Image: M.E.N.)
"His illnesses used to get him down, they were always playing on his mind," he said.
Mr Martin wanted his children to inherit the money social services would have taken for looking after them and refused their help, he added.
His mother’s vascular dementia meant she would forget who people were and ‘just sit and stare into space’, he said.
Then deputy coroner Joanne Kearsley recorded a conclusion of unlawful killing for Eileen Martin and ruled that her husband committed suicide.
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Neighbour Damon McCurdy, 45, said his wife Claire, 46, knew the elderly couple for around two years before their deaths.
Speaking on Monday (August 24), Mr McCurdy said: "I saw the story and thought 'that sounds a bit like what happened next door.
"Then they started talking about a serial killer and I thought 'come on... you're clutching at straws'.
"Claire was here all day [the day the couple died] and never heard anything. She says 'no chance, nobody entered that house, there was no noise.
(Image: MEN Media)
"Honestly, I would hear Ken all the time, you knew where he was in the house because of the coughing, I think he had emphysema.
"We knew them - Ken was getting properly ill and Eileen was in a bad way. It made sense that it was a mercy killing."
Since the story into Ms Davies' report broke on Sunday, Mr McCurdy said the couple's deaths have been on his mind.
"For me, what links all of them [the cases]? I can't see it," he added.
"Who would know that Ken and Eileen were ill? It would have to be someone who was a bit tied in to the community.
"Ken used to come and help my Mrs to do the drains and that kind of stuff, he was that type of old man, he was dead sound. Eileen was too before she got ill. It was so sad."
A member of the couples' family, who did not want to be named, said: "They were elderly parents, they were poorly.
"I don't think anybody else was involved."
Michael and Violet Higgins - Didsbury, February 2000
(Image: M.E.N.)
Michael and Violet Higgins were found dead on February 21, 2000.
An inquest into the couple's deaths raised questions about why Michael, a seemingly 'devoted' husband, bludgeoned his wife to death, before apparently strangling himself.
Mr Higgins, 59, who was suffering from Parkinson's disease, killed his wife Violet, 76, after she threatened to leave him and put him in a home, Manchester Coroners' Court heard in 2004.
Mr Higgins was found dead near his ex-policewoman wife's body at their home on Broad Oak Lane in Didsbury.
Coroner Leonard Gorodkin concluded Mrs Higgins' death had been a result of unlawful killing, while recording Mr Higgins' death as suicide.
"It was a very sad end to many years of apparent happy marriage, I don't know what led to them falling out, but terrible violence took place that was completely out of character with Mr Higgins," Mr Gorodkin said.
The court heard Mrs Higgins was repeatedly hit in her sleep by her husband with a rolling pin. She also sustained stab wounds from a pair of scissors, the court heard.
The couple were thought to have been happy and without marital problems, but a few weeks before their deaths, members of the family began to detect signs of trouble, the inquest heard.
Mr Daniel Higgins said his brother had told him Violet intended to return to her native Ireland after putting Michael in a home.
''It was a great shock - I never thought of my brother as being capable of hurting anyone,'' he said.
Today (Monday), some of the couple's neighbours - who still live on the road - said they were shocked the case had been included in Ms Davies' report. Many said they found it hard to believe anyone else could have been involved in their deaths.
They described the couple as 'quiet' and suggested they had been having problems as Mr Higgins' health deteriorated.
Mian Ashraf, 81, has lived a couple of doors down since 1980.
He said: "They were a very nice couple. He was a very nice man, always willing to help. Nobody thought this was going to happen.
"He killed his wife and he killed himself. They had their problems - they were terminally ill. She was Irish, she wanted to go back to Ireland."
Another neighbour, who has lived on the street for around 30 years, said: "It's a shock. When they were talking about the Cheshire one on the radio it made me think of next door.
"It got my mind whirring again. I wasn't close to the couple, she was quite shy, timid. He was always pottering around in his garden.
"They were just a nice elderly couple. Their deaths were a shock to all of us, it was completely out of the blue. It was unthinkable. I can't think how it could have been anybody else, but that is for the police to decide not me."
Venice Hassall, 85, has lived around the corner since 1966.
She said: "I remember saying good morning to them. I remember he used to do a lot in the garden, I don't remember seeing her at all.
"They just seemed a bit on their own. They seemed to be a quiet couple. It was rather sad really.
"It was never suggested at the time that it was anybody else [involved in their death]."
Two Wilmslow couples - and a husband and wife in Cumbria
(Image: M.E.N.)
The cases of Kenneth and Eileen Martin and Michael and Violet Higgins are cited in the investigation penned by Ms Davies - as being potentially similar to two in nearby Wilmslow.
The 179-page report used modern techniques to review the cases.
Ms Davies calls on the National Crime Agency and Interpol to review cases in Britain and Europe to determine whether there are more deaths that could be linked.
"This individual will not stop killing until someone or something stops him," the report reads.
Ms Davies' predecessor noted the apparent similarities in five cases before handing her the files, according to the Sunday Times.
The deaths of Howard and Bea Ainsworth and Donald and Auriel Ward in Wilmslow - in 1996 and 1999 - were treated as murder-suicide by police.
In both cases, the victims were found in their blood-soaked beds in their nightwear.
Both couples were discovered lying on blood-soaked beds in their nightclothes.
(Image: Cumbria Police)
The report notes apparent similarities in both cases - including the ferocity of violence; knives being recovered; and the fact the women were left with their nightdresses lifted.
Ms Davies report goes on to discuss the Martins and the Higgins - as well as a case in Cumbria.
Stanley, 92, and Peggie Wilson, 89 were found dead in their home in Kendal in 2011.
Mr Wilson had been suffering with mental health problems. Investigators said he killed his wife.
He suffered fatal injuries to his neck and body, which were ruled to have been self-inflicted.
Ms Davies stresses she can't be sure that the cases are linked - until police case files are reviewed.
Greater Manchester police confirmed they had been contacted by Cheshire Police, and have been in touch with the coroner to determine what happens next.
What Greater Manchester Police - and Cheshire Police - say
A spokesperson for Cheshire Police said: "We are in receipt of the report and it is being reviewed. This is a piece of research which has been undertaken by the staff member, independently.
"As with any case that has been closed, where new information comes to light it is reviewed and acted upon if appropriate. We have notified Greater Manchester police and Cumbria constabulary."
A spokesperson for GMP said: "Cheshire Police have contacted GMP regarding two historic cases.
"GMP has been in touch with the relevant coroners to discuss the next steps.
"As with any case that has been closed, where new information comes to light it is reviewed and acted upon if appropriate."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-24--Man fighting for his life after two crashes in seconds leaves woman dead

A woman has died and a man is fighting for his life following two crashes involving the same car in Bolton .
The two incidents happened on Royal Court Drive and Chorley New Road at around 4pm yesterday ( August 24 ) .
A blue Land Rover Freelander was travelling along Chorley Street near Royal Court Drive when it left the main carriageway , mounted the pavement and hit a 50-year-old woman .
Tragically , she was pronounced dead at the scene .
The vehicle failed to stop , continued onto St Georges Road and turned left onto Chorley New @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 36-year-old man who was stood at the traffic island at the junction with Chorley Old Road .
The man was taken to hospital where he remains in a critical condition .
The driver , a man aged 51 , was arrested at the scene of the second collision on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and serious injury by dangerous driving .
He remains in custody for questioning .
Detective Constable Emma Kennedy , of GMP 's Serious Collision Investigation Unit , said : `` This is a dreadful incident where two @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the same vehicle a short distance apart .
`` Specialist officers are looking after the families of both victims at this devastating time '' Our thoughts remain with the family of the woman who has very sadly died , and with the family of the man who remains critically ill in hospital .
`` It is absolutely essential that anyone with information , who saw the car prior to or shortly after these collisions makes contact with police .
`` If you have CCTV or dash-cam footage that can assist us , please @ @ @ @ @ @ @ possible . ''
Anyone with information should call police on 0161 856 4741 or the independent charity Crimestoppers , anonymously , on 0800 555 111 .

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A woman has died and a man is fighting for his life following two crashes involving the same car in Bolton.
The two incidents happened on Royal Court Drive and Chorley New Road at around 4pm yesterday (August 24).
A blue Land Rover Freelander was travelling along Chorley Street near Royal Court Drive when it left the main carriageway, mounted the pavement and hit a 50-year-old woman.
Tragically, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
The vehicle failed to stop, continued onto St Georges Road and turned left onto Chorley New Road.
It further collided with a 36-year-old man who was stood at the traffic island at the junction with Chorley Old Road.
The man was taken to hospital where he remains in a critical condition.
The driver, a man aged 51, was arrested at the scene of the second collision on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and serious injury by dangerous driving.
He remains in custody for questioning.
Detective Constable Emma Kennedy, of GMP's Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: "This is a dreadful incident where two members of public have been struck by the same vehicle a short distance apart.
"Specialist officers are looking after the families of both victims at this devastating time
"Our thoughts remain with the family of the woman who has very sadly died, and with the family of the man who remains critically ill in hospital.
"It is absolutely essential that anyone with information, who saw the car prior to or shortly after these collisions makes contact with police.
"If you have CCTV or dash-cam footage that can assist us, please also get in touch as soon as possible."
Anyone with information should call police on 0161 856 4741 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-24--Napoli ready to complete Koulibaly sale to City and more transfer rumours

Napoli are ready to finalise the sale of star defender Kalidou Koulibaly to Manchester City , according to reports .
City are looking to make some drastic improvements to their squad this summer after a disappointing season that yielded just one trophy and have already recruited Ferran Torres and Nathan Ake .
Despite having already signed one defender in the form of Ake , MEN Sport understands that the Blues want to strengthen their back-line further following their problems in defence last season , with Koulibaly being the top target .
The Senegal international is rated as one of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ years of speculation , has never made the move to the Premier League .
It looks like that could finally change this summer , however , and according to Gazzetta dello Sport the deal may soon be concluded .
It 's reported that sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli is ready to 'sit down at the table ' with City to close the deal and that Koulibaly already has his bags packed in anticipation of his departure .
However , MEN Sport reported earlier this month that City have not yet even given notice to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be made for the 29-year-old , let alone actually made one .
Napoli president Aurelio Di Laurentiis confirmed over the weekend that his club is yet to receive an acceptable offer for Koulibaly , telling Radio Punto Nuevo : `` Without a great offer he does not move . ''
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Elsewhere , Sergi Roberto has an offer from City , according to Mundo Deportivo .
Their report says that new Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the club will 'listen ' to any approaches .
It 's claimed Barca have heard nothing from City , but that the Blues have made their own offer to the player , as well as another unnamed club .
However , MEN Sport does not understand Roberto to be a target .

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Napoli are ready to finalise the sale of star defender Kalidou Koulibaly to Manchester City, according to reports.
City are looking to make some drastic improvements to their squad this summer after a disappointing season that yielded just one trophy and have already recruited Ferran Torres and Nathan Ake.
Despite having already signed one defender in the form of Ake, MEN Sport understands that the Blues want to strengthen their back-line further following their problems in defence last season, with Koulibaly being the top target.
The Senegal international is rated as one of the best defenders in Europe but, despite years of speculation, has never made the move to the Premier League.
It looks like that could finally change this summer, however, and according to Gazzetta dello Sport the deal may soon be concluded.
It's reported that sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli is ready to 'sit down at the table' with City to close the deal and that Koulibaly already has his bags packed in anticipation of his departure.
However, MEN Sport reported earlier this month that City have not yet even given notice to the Serie A club that a bid will be made for the 29-year-old, let alone actually made one.
Napoli president Aurelio Di Laurentiis confirmed over the weekend that his club is yet to receive an acceptable offer for Koulibaly, telling Radio Punto Nuevo: "Without a great offer he does not move."
Do you want Kalidou Koulibaly at City? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
Elsewhere, Sergi Roberto has an offer from City, according to Mundo Deportivo.
Their report says that new Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman only sees him as a midfielder, and the club will 'listen' to any approaches.
It's claimed Barca have heard nothing from City, but that the Blues have made their own offer to the player, as well as another unnamed club. However, MEN Sport does not understand Roberto to be a target.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-24--Man United eye Fati as Sancho alternative and more transfer rumours

Manchester United are reportedly eyeing Barcelona prodigy Ansu Fati as an alternative to Jadon Sancho .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is hoping to add to his attacking ranks this summer with the signing of a winger and Sancho is the top target after another fantastic season at Borussia Dortmund , in which he scored 20 goals and racked up 20 assists .
United are long-term admirers of the 20-year-old and were confident of finally signing him this summer but Dortmund have thrown a spanner in the works as club officials clam he will remain in Germany for at least another season @ @ @ @ @ @ @ until 2023 .
United have not given up on the deal and remain in negotiations with Sancho and Dortmund 's representatives but wages , agent fees and the transfer fee itself all remain obstacles .
As a result United are being linked with several alternatives if they ca n't sign the England international and rumours surrounding Fati refuse to dissipate .
The 17-year-old has burst onto the scene at the Camp Nou this season , with eight goals in his debut campaign , and is regarded as Barca 's next great young prospect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ willing to pay Fati 's current release clause to sign the youngster before he signs a new contract and it increases ten fold .
However , since the current release clause is said to be €170m , it makes little sense why United would pay that much for Fati when they are yet to meet Dortmund 's valuation for Sancho , which is believed to be at £108million .
MEN Sport does not understand Fati to be a target , with David Brooks , Kingsley Coman , Rabbi Matondo and Thiago Almada all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Elsewhere , four Premier League clubs are interested in a move for Chris Smalling , according to reports .
The centre-back spent last season on loan at Roma and performed so well that the Serie A club want to take him back this summer , but reports suggest they wo n't be able to meet United 's valuation .
Should Smalling be unable to return to the Italian capital , 90min suggests that Newcastle , Everton , West Ham and former club Fulham all want to sign him instead .

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Manchester United are reportedly eyeing Barcelona prodigy Ansu Fati as an alternative to Jadon Sancho.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is hoping to add to his attacking ranks this summer with the signing of a winger and Sancho is the top target after another fantastic season at Borussia Dortmund, in which he scored 20 goals and racked up 20 assists.
United are long-term admirers of the 20-year-old and were confident of finally signing him this summer but Dortmund have thrown a spanner in the works as club officials clam he will remain in Germany for at least another season and that his contract has been extended until 2023.
United have not given up on the deal and remain in negotiations with Sancho and Dortmund's representatives but wages, agent fees and the transfer fee itself all remain obstacles.
As a result United are being linked with several alternatives if they can't sign the England international and rumours surrounding Fati refuse to dissipate.
The 17-year-old has burst onto the scene at the Camp Nou this season, with eight goals in his debut campaign, and is regarded as Barca's next great young prospect.
Mundo Deportivo report that United are willing to pay Fati's current release clause to sign the youngster before he signs a new contract and it increases ten fold.
However, since the current release clause is said to be €170m, it makes little sense why United would pay that much for Fati when they are yet to meet Dortmund's valuation for Sancho, which is believed to be at £108million.
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MEN Sport does not understand Fati to be a target, with David Brooks, Kingsley Coman, Rabbi Matondo and Thiago Almada all being considered as alternative right-wing targets.
Elsewhere, four Premier League clubs are interested in a move for Chris Smalling, according to reports.
The centre-back spent last season on loan at Roma and performed so well that the Serie A club want to take him back this summer, but reports suggest they won't be able to meet United's valuation.
Should Smalling be unable to return to the Italian capital, 90min suggests that Newcastle, Everton, West Ham and former club Fulham all want to sign him instead.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-24--Woman slashed before knifeman turns on hero customers in pub stabbing horror

A woman was slashed in the face by a knifeman before three have-a-go heroes who came to her rescue were stabbed in a horrific attack at a Salford pub .
The first victim was attacked outside The Stocks Hotel in Walkden at about 10pm last night .
Three men , believed to be customers , bravely intervened to tackle the knifeman but were then also injured .
It is understood one suffered a severe cut to his chest .
At one point it was feared one of the victims had life-threatening injuries but he has pulled through .
It is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which began a week ago involving two couples .
Police are scrutinising CCTV footage as part of the investigation .
North West Ambulance Service confirmed that four victims were taken to hospital .
Two rapid response vehicles , an advanced paramedic , an operational commander and the hazardous area response team were sent to the scene .
One vehicle later went to Manchester Royal Infirmary and another went to Salford Royal .
A local resident told the M.E.N : `` It was really bad .
We have been told that she got stabbed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : `` This is n't a regular thing at The Stocks .
If mad people want to hurt others they will do it anyway .
`` None of this is associated with the pub itself .
The landlord has worked tirelessly to make the pub ultra modern and added great outdoor seating , and its brought back a lot of customers .
Sadly knife crime is on the rise everywhere . ''
One local said : `` The three lads that got stabbed are going to be okay .
I want to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in , risking their lives to save a girl being stabbed , and praise all the staff and The Stocks for being amazing in a situation that can happen anywhere in this day and age . ''
A former 18th century farm and beerhouse , The Stocks is a historic landmark pub in the centre of the town .
A spokeswoman for GMP said : `` Just before 10pm on Sunday 23 August , police were called to reports of a stabbing on Manchester Road , Worsley .
`` Emergency services attended and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one of whom remains in a stable condition in hospital .
`` A 21-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of Section 18 assault .
He remains in custody for questioning .
`` This is believed to be an isolated incident . ''
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A woman was slashed in the face by a knifeman before three have-a-go heroes who came to her rescue were stabbed in a horrific attack at a Salford pub.
The first victim was attacked outside The Stocks Hotel in Walkden at about 10pm last night.
Three men, believed to be customers, bravely intervened to tackle the knifeman but were then also injured. It is understood one suffered a severe cut to his chest.
At one point it was feared one of the victims had life-threatening injuries but he has pulled through.
It is believed the incident stems from a dispute which began a week ago involving two couples.
Police are scrutinising CCTV footage as part of the investigation.
North West Ambulance Service confirmed that four victims were taken to hospital. Two rapid response vehicles, an advanced paramedic, an operational commander and the hazardous area response team were sent to the scene.
One vehicle later went to Manchester Royal Infirmary and another went to Salford Royal.
A local resident told the M.E.N: "It was really bad. We have been told that she got stabbed in the face."
Another source said: "This isn't a regular thing at The Stocks. If mad people want to hurt others they will do it anyway.
"None of this is associated with the pub itself. The landlord has worked tirelessly to make the pub ultra modern and added great outdoor seating, and its brought back a lot of customers. Sadly knife crime is on the rise everywhere."
One local said: "The three lads that got stabbed are going to be okay. I want to thank them and praise them for stepping in, risking their lives to save a girl being stabbed, and praise all the staff and The Stocks for being amazing in a situation that can happen anywhere in this day and age."
A former 18th century farm and beerhouse, The Stocks is a historic landmark pub in the centre of the town.
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A spokeswoman for GMP said: "Just before 10pm on Sunday 23 August, police were called to reports of a stabbing on Manchester Road, Worsley.
"Emergency services attended and four people were taken to hospital, one of whom remains in a stable condition in hospital.
"A 21-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of Section 18 assault. He remains in custody for questioning.
"This is believed to be an isolated incident."
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-24--Figen Murray on the special bond between mums who lost children in Arena bombing

Manchester Arena bomb plotter Hashem Abedi is currently starting a minimum 55 year prison term after being found guilty of 22 murders .
It was the longest tariff ever handed down in a British courtroom , and prosecution lawyers later admitted Justice Jeremy Baker had 'considerably ' exceeded their expectations .
Abedi 's crimes were undoubtedly of the most evil imaginable , targeting a pop concert mostly attended by children and young people .
But for those present in the courtroom , Justice Baker may also have been swayed by the powerful testimony of relatives who stood up to give @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Figen Murray , the mother of Martyn Hett , 29 , who died in the blast .
Mrs Murray told the court about her unique and charismatic son who was about to embark on the adventure of his life before it was cruelly cut short .
She also bared her soul , telling the court she still struggles every evening at 10.31pm , the time the bomb went off as she feels guilty she was asleep when Martyn died .
Other mums including Lisa Rutherford , who lost her 17-year-old daughter Chloe , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 19-year-old son Liam , also wept as they gave heart-wrenching testimony .
Asked how found the courage to stand up in court last week , Mrs Murray told the M.E.N during a wide-ranging interview on Monday : `` I think it was cathartic , personally , I did n't find it difficult to go up there because it was my opportunity to talk about Martyn , and that 's always a good thing .
`` It was incredibly powerful to listen to the other mums and one of the sisters of the deceased @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to their stories and get a glimpse of how they have been affected , obviously we all share our pain , but we all have our individual pain as well .
`` It 's similar but different in a sense , it was quite heart-warming to hear the experience of the other families and how they are experiencing the death of their loved ones , but strangely it unites us as well , most definitely .
`` Not that we mothers are more important than other family members , but we gave birth @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for a parent , for a mum in particular , that 's a really really tough thing .
`` It 's a pain that , it just does n't go away .
`` Geographically none of us really live close together but when we do meet each other its as if we 've not been apart .
`` We meet periodically at different events , like the next one will probably be the inquiry in two or three weeks time .
`` We just have got to know each other .
`` Our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hug , I think we did give each other before we said goodbye , even though we 're not supposed to , we ca n't help it .
`` But there 's something really familiar about meeting each other , unless you 're in that situation it 's very hard to describe how you feel , and yet you 're in a room with people who know exactly what 's going on inside you because ... the same is happening for them .
`` You can see it in their eyes literally .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the sentencing hearing , although Mrs Murray did look him in the eye when she attended his trial .
She said his absence made her appearance easier .
`` It was a witness impact statement , and I think it was important to take that opportunity to go up there and tell people who Martyn was , '' she said .
`` And how the loss of Martyn affected our lives .
`` I think that was really important to put out there .
`` Actually [ Abedi ] was n't in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ into the dock and there was a lot of anger about that both in court and on the internet and everywhere .
`` People called him a coward and maybe he is , and that 's fine , but personally , and I only speak for myself , I was actually relieved he was n't there .
`` Because I did n't want him to think he 's got any kind of satisfaction of hurting us , so I 'm glad he did n't listen to my witness impact statement .
`` It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ judge , the legal team , the police , the other families , that was the people who needed to hear it , they were more important . ''
There was a mixed reaction from families of the Arena bombing victims to Abedi 's sentencing .
Some felt the courts had delivered justice , others said no sentence could bring back their loved ones .
`` Under British law , and the constraints they 're in , I feel the judge has given the best sentence he could give , '' said Mrs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's not enough he should be in there for life , well chances are he may never come out anyway .
`` For me personally , I 'm most likely going to be dead by the time he comes out and it 'll affect my children , my grandchildren .
`` Yeh I 'm OK with it because I know the judge did his absolute best to get that number of years . ''
Following the atrocity in 2017 , Mrs Murray has dedicated herself to several pursuits , including a change in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Martyn 's Law - and a Masters in Counter Terrorism .
She is also planning to attend the upcoming inquiry to 'fill in the gaps ' of what happened that night .
Asked how she finds the strength , Mrs Murray said : `` Well life 's changed so much since Martyn died and obviously the court case was lengthy and we were there nearly every day .
`` It 's something you have to go through because you need the answers , if I was n't [ at the inquiry ] , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ happening , so I may as well be there and have all the questions I need answered .
It 's really important to be there .
And for my son who died , it 's important .
`` Where do I get the strength ?
To be honest with you I think it 's my professional background as a therapist I 've trained for over 25 years ago .
`` There 's been a lot of personal and professional development .
I think without that training I would not have been in as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` I dread to think what I would have been like without all that to be honest .
Read more of today 's top stories here '' And it does n't mean I have n't got my dark moments , I certainly do . ''
Reflecting on the conclusion of the court process , Mrs Murray said it is a chance for Manchester to rediscover its confidence .
`` They talk about the spirit of Manchester and I feel Manchester is a really special city , '' she said .
`` The way @ @ @ @ @ @ @ clearly saw the attack as an attack against their city '' They 've really pulled together and so many initiatives going .
`` There 's bees everywhere you look in Manchester and it 's comforting - Manchester is the best place to live in and Martyn would say exactly the same .
`` The people of Manchester will continue to remember the Arena attack for a very long time , it should never be forgotten .
`` But I think the people of Manchester do not need to fear terrorist attacks , we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and attend concerts when the pandemic is over , we live in a country that has free choice and we should be able to enjoy that , we should not be fearing it , hopefully Martyn 's Law will contribute to that in a big way.
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Manchester Arena bomb plotter Hashem Abedi is currently starting a minimum 55 year prison term after being found guilty of 22 murders.
It was the longest tariff ever handed down in a British courtroom, and prosecution lawyers later admitted Justice Jeremy Baker had 'considerably' exceeded their expectations.
Abedi's crimes were undoubtedly of the most evil imaginable, targeting a pop concert mostly attended by children and young people.
But for those present in the courtroom, Justice Baker may also have been swayed by the powerful testimony of relatives who stood up to give victim impact statements.
Among them was Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, 29, who died in the blast.
Mrs Murray told the court about her unique and charismatic son who was about to embark on the adventure of his life before it was cruelly cut short.
She also bared her soul, telling the court she still struggles every evening at 10.31pm, the time the bomb went off as she feels guilty she was asleep when Martyn died.
Other mums including Lisa Rutherford, who lost her 17-year-old daughter Chloe, and Caroline Curry, who lost her 19-year-old son Liam, also wept as they gave heart-wrenching testimony.
Asked how found the courage to stand up in court last week, Mrs Murray told the M.E.N during a wide-ranging interview on Monday: "I think it was cathartic, personally, I didn't find it difficult to go up there because it was my opportunity to talk about Martyn, and that's always a good thing.
"It was incredibly powerful to listen to the other mums and one of the sisters of the deceased.
"It was heart-wrenching to listen to their stories and get a glimpse of how they have been affected, obviously we all share our pain, but we all have our individual pain as well.
(Image: MEN)
"It's similar but different in a sense, it was quite heart-warming to hear the experience of the other families and how they are experiencing the death of their loved ones, but strangely it unites us as well, most definitely.
"Absolutely [we feel a special bond].
"Not that we mothers are more important than other family members, but we gave birth to these people who died, and for a parent, for a mum in particular, that's a really really tough thing.
"It's a pain that, it just doesn't go away.
"Geographically none of us really live close together but when we do meet each other its as if we've not been apart.
"We meet periodically at different events, like the next one will probably be the inquiry in two or three weeks time.
"We just have got to know each other.
"Our desire is to give each other a hug, I think we did give each other before we said goodbye, even though we're not supposed to, we can't help it.
"But there's something really familiar about meeting each other, unless you're in that situation it's very hard to describe how you feel, and yet you're in a room with people who know exactly what's going on inside you because...the same is happening for them.
"You can see it in their eyes literally."
(Image: PA)
Hashem Abedi refused to attend court for the sentencing hearing, although Mrs Murray did look him in the eye when she attended his trial.
She said his absence made her appearance easier.
"It was a witness impact statement, and I think it was important to take that opportunity to go up there and tell people who Martyn was," she said.
"And how the loss of Martyn affected our lives.
"I think that was really important to put out there.
"Actually [Abedi] wasn't in court, he refused to come upstairs into the dock and there was a lot of anger about that both in court and on the internet and everywhere.
"People called him a coward and maybe he is, and that's fine, but personally, and I only speak for myself, I was actually relieved he wasn't there.
"Because I didn't want him to think he's got any kind of satisfaction of hurting us, so I'm glad he didn't listen to my witness impact statement.
"It was the people who counted, the judge, the legal team, the police, the other families, that was the people who needed to hear it, they were more important."
(Image: Figen Murray)
There was a mixed reaction from families of the Arena bombing victims to Abedi's sentencing.
Some felt the courts had delivered justice, others said no sentence could bring back their loved ones.
"Under British law, and the constraints they're in, I feel the judge has given the best sentence he could give," said Mrs Murray.
"Some people say it's not enough he should be in there for life, well chances are he may never come out anyway.
"For me personally, I'm most likely going to be dead by the time he comes out and it'll affect my children, my grandchildren.
"Yeh I'm OK with it because I know the judge did his absolute best to get that number of years."
Following the atrocity in 2017, Mrs Murray has dedicated herself to several pursuits, including a change in the law to improve security - called Martyn's Law - and a Masters in Counter Terrorism.
She is also planning to attend the upcoming inquiry to 'fill in the gaps' of what happened that night.
Asked how she finds the strength, Mrs Murray said: "Well life's changed so much since Martyn died and obviously the court case was lengthy and we were there nearly every day.
"It's something you have to go through because you need the answers, if I wasn't [at the inquiry], I would be wondering anyway what's happening, so I may as well be there and have all the questions I need answered.
It's really important to be there. And for my son who died, it's important.
"Where do I get the strength? To be honest with you I think it's my professional background as a therapist I've trained for over 25 years ago.
"There's been a lot of personal and professional development. I think without that training I would not have been in as composed a place as I am.
"I dread to think what I would have been like without all that to be honest.
"And it doesn't mean I haven't got my dark moments, I certainly do."
Reflecting on the conclusion of the court process, Mrs Murray said it is a chance for Manchester to rediscover its confidence.
"They talk about the spirit of Manchester and I feel Manchester is a really special city," she said.
"The way people came together and have united they clearly saw the attack as an attack against their city
"They've really pulled together and so many initiatives going.
"There's bees everywhere you look in Manchester and it's comforting - Manchester is the best place to live in and Martyn would say exactly the same.
"The people of Manchester will continue to remember the Arena attack for a very long time, it should never be forgotten.
"But I think the people of Manchester do not need to fear terrorist attacks, we should allow our children to go out and attend concerts when the pandemic is over, we live in a country that has free choice and we should be able to enjoy that, we should not be fearing it, hopefully Martyn's Law will contribute to that in a big way. "


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-24--Helicopter circles country park as police search for missing man

Police are currently searching for a missing man from Swinton .
Paul O'Brien , 36 , is described as a @ @ @ @ @ , about 6ft tall with brown eyes and medium length brown hair .
His current @ @ @ @ @ say he has a cast on one of his feet and is likely to be @ @ @ @ @ He may be in a distressed state and officers are becoming increasingly concerned for Paul @ @ @ @ @ he is safe and well .
A police helicopter was captured circling Clifton Country Park @ @ @ @ @ O'Brien continued .
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Update: Paul has now been found safe and well
Police are currently searching for a missing man from Swinton.
Paul O'Brien, 36, is described as a white man of medium build, about 6ft tall with brown eyes and medium length brown hair.
His current clothing is unknown but police say he has a cast on one of his feet and is likely to be limping or on crutches.
He may be in a distressed state and officers are becoming increasingly concerned for Paul and want to make sure he is safe and well.
A police helicopter was captured circling Clifton Country Park as the search for Mr O'Brien continued.
Anyone with information about Paul's whereabouts is asked to contact police on 0161 856 8351
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-24--Man City evening headlines as Stones faces career-defining decision

The announcement of Gareth Southgate ’ s England squad this week could put into focus the most important decision of John Stones ’ career .
A poor season has left the 26-year-old as Manchester City ’ s fifth-choice centre-back with Nathan Ake signed from Bournemouth this summer and Napoli ’ s Kalidou Koulibaly also on the club ’ s radar .
If Stones misses out on a place with the Three Lions , it will mean he has been omitted from four of the last six national team squads .
It should be a big wake-up call .
writes that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to stay at the Etihad Stadium and fight for his place in the City line-up or leave to find first-team football elsewhere in order to rejuvenate his career .
Republic of Ireland youth international Gavin Bazunu is expected to join Rochdale on loan .
reports the young goalkeeper , who signed for City from Shamrock Rovers 2019 , will be farmed out in order to receive first-team experience and accelerate his development .
Bazunu is highly rated at the Etihad Stadium and was included in Guardiola ’ s squad for the Champions League @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It is expected that positive news regarding the 18-year-old ’ s long-term future as a City player , perhaps in the form of a new contract , will coincide with the news that he has joined Rochdale on loan .
Manchester City academy player Liam Delap netted a hat trick against Everton ’ s Under-18s as the teenager alerted Pep Guardiola to his potential .
Delap , a fast and energetic forward , has made a good impression at City since arriving at the club last year , with him even training with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ build-up to the Champions League mini-tournament .
Phil Foden and Eric Garcia have proven there is a pathway to the first team at the Etihad Stadium for academy graduates , and it ’ s one Delap will hope to follow over the coming years .
Still only 17 , Delap isn ’ t expected to challenge the likes of Sergio Aguero and Gabriel Jesus for a starting spot in Guardiola ’ s team any time soon , but his hat trick underlined the potential he has as one for the future .

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Stones faces career-defining decision
The announcement of Gareth Southgate’s England squad this week could put into focus the most important decision of John Stones’ career.
A poor season has left the 26-year-old as Manchester City’s fifth-choice centre-back with Nathan Ake signed from Bournemouth this summer and Napoli’s Kalidou Koulibaly also on the club’s radar.
If Stones misses out on a place with the Three Lions, it will mean he has been omitted from four of the last six national team squads. It should be a big wake-up call.
Joe Bray writes that Stones now faces a decision of whether to stay at the Etihad Stadium and fight for his place in the City line-up or leave to find first-team football elsewhere in order to rejuvenate his career.
Young goalkeeper set to leave on loan
Republic of Ireland youth international Gavin Bazunu is expected to join Rochdale on loan.
Independent.ie reports the young goalkeeper, who signed for City from Shamrock Rovers 2019, will be farmed out in order to receive first-team experience and accelerate his development.
Bazunu is highly rated at the Etihad Stadium and was included in Guardiola’s squad for the Champions League mini-tournament in Lisbon earlier this month.
It is expected that positive news regarding the 18-year-old’s long-term future as a City player, perhaps in the form of a new contract, will coincide with the news that he has joined Rochdale on loan.
Delap sends Guardiola a timely reminder
Manchester City academy player Liam Delap netted a hat trick against Everton’s Under-18s as the teenager alerted Pep Guardiola to his potential.
Delap, a fast and energetic forward, has made a good impression at City since arriving at the club last year, with him even training with Guardiola’s senior squad in the build-up to the Champions League mini-tournament.
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Phil Foden and Eric Garcia have proven there is a pathway to the first team at the Etihad Stadium for academy graduates, and it’s one Delap will hope to follow over the coming years.
Still only 17, Delap isn’t expected to challenge the likes of Sergio Aguero and Gabriel Jesus for a starting spot in Guardiola’s team any time soon, but his hat trick underlined the potential he has as one for the future.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-24--What time Storm Francis will hit where you live - hour by hour forecast

Storm Francis is set to hit most parts of the UK on Tuesday , including across Greater Manchester .
Forecasters say a deep area of low pressure will cross the country tonight , with the Met Office issuing a yellow weather warning for tomorrow until midday on Wednesday .
While some parts of the UK could be battered by winds of up to 70mph , the highest forecast for our region is gusts at 40mph , along with heavy rain throughout the day .
Chief meteorologist at the Met Office Andy Page said : “ The UK is in for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Storm Francis arriving on Tuesday .
`` There will be strong winds and heavy rain , especially in the west of the UK . ''
Heavy rain is predicted to fall early in the morning across all 10 boroughs , with thunder set to strike at around lunchtime .
In the majority of areas , strong wind picks up in the evening with gusts at around 38mph at around 10pm .
Each borough has a yellow weather warning in place for both wind and rain , which means transport services could be affected @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the hour-by-hour weather forecast for Tuesday , August 25 , for Manchester , Stockport , Wigan , Salford , Tameside , Trafford , Oldham , Bury , Bolton , and Rochdale .

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Storm Francis is set to hit most parts of the UK on Tuesday, including across Greater Manchester.
Forecasters say a deep area of low pressure will cross the country tonight, with the Met Office issuing a yellow weather warning for Tuesday until midday on Wednesday.
While some parts of the UK could be battered by winds of up to 70mph, the highest forecast for our region is gusts at 40mph, along with heavy rain throughout the day.
Chief meteorologist at the Met Office Andy Page said: “The UK is in for another unseasonably wet and windy spell with Storm Francis arriving on Tuesday.
"There will be strong winds and heavy rain, especially in the west of the UK."
Heavy rain is predicted to fall early in the morning across all 10 boroughs, with thunder set to strike at around lunchtime.
(Image: MEN)
In the majority of areas, strong wind picks up in the evening with gusts at around 38mph at around 10pm.
Each borough has a yellow weather warning in place for both wind and rain, which means transport services could be affected while flooding is likely.
Here's the hour-by-hour weather forecast for Tuesday, August 25, for Manchester, Stockport, Wigan, Salford, Tameside, Trafford, Oldham, Bury, Bolton, and Rochdale.
Manchester
7am - heavy rain, 28mph wind, 15c
8am - heavy rain, 28mph wind, 16c
9am - heavy rain, 31mph wind, 16c
10am - light rain, 33mph wind, 16c
11am - light rain, 32mph wind, 17c
12pm - thunder, 33mph wind, 18c
1pm - thunder, 32mph wind, 19c
2pm - light rain, 33mph wind, 19c
3pm - light rain, 35mph wind, 18c
4pm - heavy rain, 34mph wind, 18c
5pm - heavy rain, 32mph wind, 17c
6pm - heavy rain, 32mph wind, 16c
7pm - heavy rain, 31mph wind, 16c
8pm - heavy rain, 37mph wind, 16c
9pm - heavy rain, 37mph wind, 15c
10pm - heavy rain, 38mph wind, 15c
(Image: Met Office)
Oldham
7am - heavy rain, 31mph wind, 14c
8am - heavy rain, 31mph wind, 14c
9am - heavy rain, 32mph wind, 15c
10am - light rain, 35mph wind, 15c
11am - light rain, 34mph wind, 16c
12pm - thunder, 33mph wind, 17c
1pm - thunder, 34mph wind, 17c
2pm - light rain, 34mph wind, 17c
3pm - light rain, 37mph wind, 17c
4pm - heavy rain, 37mph wind, 16c
5pm - heavy rain, 35mph wind, 15c
6pm - heavy rain, 34mph wind, 15c
7pm - heavy rain, 32mph wind, 15c
8pm - heavy rain, 32mph wind, 15c
9pm - heavy rain, 36mph wind, 14c
10pm - heavy rain, 36mph wind, 14c
Rochdale
7am - heavy rain, 21mph wind, 15c
8am - heavy rain, 22mph wind, 15c
9am - heavy rain, 22mph wind, 15c
10am - light rain, 26mph wind, 15c
11am - light rain, 25mph wind, 16c
12pm - thunder, 25mph wind, 17c
1pm - heavy rain, 28mph wind, 17c
2pm - thunder, 27mph wind, 18c
3pm - heavy rain, 26mph wind, 17c
4pm - heavy rain, 26mph wind, 16c
5pm - heavy rain, 26mph wind, 16c
6pm - heavy rain, 25mph wind, 16c
7pm - heavy rain, 24mph wind, 16c
8pm - heavy rain, 27mph wind, 15c
9pm - heavy rain, 27mph wind, 15c
10pm - heavy rain, 27mph wind, 14c
Wigan
7am - heavy rain, 30mph wind, 15c
8am - heavy rain, 32mph wind, 15c
9am - heavy rain, 35mph wind, 15c
10am - heavy rain, 35mph wind, 15c
11am - heavy shower, 31mph wind, 17c
12pm - thunder, 31mph wind, 18c
1pm - light rain, 34mph wind, 19c
2pm - light rain, 32mph wind, 19c
3pm - heavy rain, 32mph wind, 18c
4pm - heavy rain, 30mph wind, 17c
5pm - heavy rain, 30mph wind, 17c
6pm - heavy rain, 30mph wind, 16c
7pm - heavy rain, 33mph wind, 16c
8pm - heavy rain, 39mph wind, 15c
9pm - heavy rain, 39mph wind, 15c
10pm - heavy rain, 40mph wind, 15c
Trafford
7am - heavy rain, 28mph wind, 15c
8am - heavy rain, 29mph wind, 15c
9am - heavy rain, 33mph wind, 16c
10am - light rain, 34mph wind, 16c
11am - light shower, 34mph wind, 17c
12pm - thunder, 34mph wind, 19c
1pm - thunder, 34mph wind, 19c
2pm - light shower, 33mph wind, 19c
3pm - light rain, 35mph wind, 18c
4pm - heavy rain, 34mph wind, 17c
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-24--It IS safe for kids to go back to school, insists children's minister

Sending children back to school IS safe in the face of coronavirus , says the Government 's Children 's Minister .
Announcing a new 'Covid catch up ' fund for reception children , Vicky Ford warned that many disadvantaged youngsters will have fallen behind during lockdown .
The early years ‘ catch up ’ programme focuses on raising outcomes in speaking and language skills among reception pupils .
Schools will be able to apply for extra cash for one-to-one and small-group support for five-year-olds whose spoken language skills may have suffered as a result of the pandemic .
`` We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Covid , many young children may have missed out on those early language skills , '' Ms Ford told the M.E.N .
`` Therefore that attainment gap risks widening again .
That is why we are making this announcement today about support for early years communication skills . ''
Every state funded school with a reception class is being urged to apply for the extra support , known as the Nuffield Early Language Intervention .
The children 's minister said priority would be given to schools with a high proportion of disadvantaged @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to school in England in the coming weeks , a move the Government insists is safe .
The UK 's four chief medical officers say the same - despite concerns voiced by parents and teachers .
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Post your thoughts in the comments below '' One of the most important things to remember is that by the end of the summer term we already had 1.6million children back at school , '' the minister added .
`` We already have that experience of many , many children @ @ @ @ @ @ @ know that the risks are incredibly low and , as the chief medical officer said over the weekend and indeed the chief medical officers from all four countries said , the risk to children of being back at school versus Covid is far lower than the risk to children posed to children being away from school .
`` When you look at the risk to children being away from school , it ’ s not only the risk to their education and therefore their life outcomes , but also the risk to their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , some children will be at risk of harm if they are not at school . ''
The Investment is part of the National Tutoring Programme , part of the Government ’ s £1 billion Covid catch-up package announced in June .

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Sending children back to school IS safe in the face of coronavirus, says the Government's Children's Minister.
Announcing a new 'Covid catch up' fund for reception children, Vicky Ford warned that many disadvantaged youngsters will have fallen behind during lockdown.
The early years ‘catch up’ programme focuses on raising outcomes in speaking and language skills among reception pupils.
Schools will be able to apply for extra cash for one-to-one and small-group support for five-year-olds whose spoken language skills may have suffered as a result of the pandemic.
"We do know that during lockdown and because of Covid, many young children may have missed out on those early language skills," Ms Ford told the M.E.N.
"Therefore that attainment gap risks widening again. That is why we are making this announcement today about support for early years communication skills."
Every state funded school with a reception class is being urged to apply for the extra support, known as the Nuffield Early Language Intervention.
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The children's minister said priority would be given to schools with a high proportion of disadvantaged pupils.
Youngsters are due to return to school in England in the coming weeks, a move the Government insists is safe.
The UK's four chief medical officers say the same - despite concerns voiced by parents and teachers.
Ms Ford echoed the Government's position.
Do you agree it is safe? Post your thoughts in the comments below
"One of the most important things to remember is that by the end of the summer term we already had 1.6million children back at school," the minister added.
"We already have that experience of many, many children being back at school.
"We know that the risks are incredibly low and, as the chief medical officer said over the weekend and indeed the chief medical officers from all four countries said, the risk to children of being back at school versus Covid is far lower than the risk to children posed to children being away from school.
"When you look at the risk to children being away from school, it’s not only the risk to their education and therefore their life outcomes, but also the risk to their mental health and wellbeing.
"Also, some children will be at risk of harm if they are not at school."
The Investment is part of the National Tutoring Programme, part of the Government’s £1 billion Covid catch-up package announced in June.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-24--Manchester United evening headlines as trio set for moves away

Three players expected to leave United on loan James Garner , Dylan Levitt and Matej Kovar are all expected to leave Manchester United on loan before the end of the summer transfer window .
The club ’ s Under-23s head coach Neil Wood and head of first-team development Nicky Butt have earmarked the trio for loan moves away from Old Trafford this season in order to ensure their progress does n't stall .
understands there is interest from Championship clubs in Garner with Swansea City one possible destination for the young midfielder .
The 19-year-old is currently on the fringes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ squad .
Goalkeeper Kovar is attracting interest from League One , while Levitt could also leave United to join the likes of Tahith Chong and Aliou Traore out on loan .
Evra opens up on ‘ betrayal ’ by United chief Former Manchester United left-back Patrice Evra has spoken about how he was “ betrayed ” by executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward over his departure from the club .
The Frenchman left for Juventus in the summer of 2014 after United failed to give him assurances over his long-term future at Old Trafford and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with how negotiations were handled .
“ I felt betrayed by Ed , ” Evra told “ I called Juventus to tell them I am coming .
Ed then said : ‘ We offer you a two-year contract , more money , the captaincy , a testimonial.
’ Too late [ for Evra to renege on his agreement with Juventus ] .
“ When Ferguson left , United lost their DNA , their philosophy .
He was inspiring so much respect , so much fear , and if any player starts thinking he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ destroyed you .
`` The players always wanted to play for Ferguson .
I tried my best for David Moyes but I knew it would be a disaster because players won ’ t respect him like that .
It was a mission impossible.
” Manchester United winger Tahith Chong has admitted he was unhappy with the performance he turned in for the Reds last season .
Chong has joined Werder Bremen on loan for the 2020/21 campaign having signed a new United contract in March .
And the young Dutchman hopes to gain @ @ @ @ @ @ @ player in the Bundesliga .
The 20-year-old has played 16 times for the Reds , but has struggled to make his mark at Old Trafford , failing to find the back of the net or notch an assist .
“ I love to go and dribble in one-on-one situations , ” Chong told .
“ [ But ] I did n't perform in the games in Manchester as I would have liked .
“ The focus is now entirely on Werder Bremen and on playing a good season with the team . ''

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Three players expected to leave United on loan
James Garner, Dylan Levitt and Matej Kovar are all expected to leave Manchester United on loan before the end of the summer transfer window.
The club’s Under-23s head coach Neil Wood and head of first-team development Nicky Butt have earmarked the trio for loan moves away from Old Trafford this season in order to ensure their progress doesn't stall.
MEN Sport understands there is interest from Championship clubs in Garner with Swansea City one possible destination for the young midfielder. The 19-year-old is currently on the fringes of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s senior squad.
Goalkeeper Kovar is attracting interest from League One, while Levitt could also leave United to join the likes of Tahith Chong and Aliou Traore out on loan.
Evra opens up on ‘betrayal’ by United chief
Former Manchester United left-back Patrice Evra has spoken about how he was “betrayed” by executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward over his departure from the club.
The Frenchman left for Juventus in the summer of 2014 after United failed to give him assurances over his long-term future at Old Trafford and the former defender has revealed his displeasure with how negotiations were handled.
“I felt betrayed by Ed,” Evra told The Guardian. “I called Juventus to tell them I am coming. Ed then said: ‘We offer you a two-year contract, more money, the captaincy, a testimonial.’ Too late [for Evra to renege on his agreement with Juventus].
“When Ferguson left, United lost their DNA, their philosophy. He was inspiring so much respect, so much fear, and if any player starts thinking he is bigger than the team then he destroyed you.
"The players always wanted to play for Ferguson. I tried my best for David Moyes but I knew it would be a disaster because players won’t respect him like that. It was a mission impossible.”
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Chong makes admission about United performances
Manchester United winger Tahith Chong has admitted he was unhappy with the performance he turned in for the Reds last season.
Chong has joined Werder Bremen on loan for the 2020/21 campaign having signed a new United contract in March.
And the young Dutchman hopes to gain valuable first-team experience and grow as a player in the Bundesliga.
The 20-year-old has played 16 times for the Reds, but has struggled to make his mark at Old Trafford, failing to find the back of the net or notch an assist.
“I love to go and dribble in one-on-one situations,” Chong told Werder Bremen’s official site . “[But] I didn't perform in the games in Manchester as I would have liked.
“The focus is now entirely on Werder Bremen and on playing a good season with the team."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-24--Largie Ramazani joins UD Almeria after leaving Manchester United

Largie Ramazani has joined Spanish side UD Almeria on a free transfer following his departure from Manchester United .
Supporters had high hopes for the exciting winger following his performances for the Under-23s this past season as he scored nine goals in just 13 appearances in the Premier League 2 .
Ramazani even made his debut for the first team as a late substitute in the Europa League defeat at Astana but was released along with eight other academy players following the expiration of his contract in June .
The 19-year-old 's next move has now been confirmed and he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ division side Almeria , which will keep him at the club until 2025 .
M.E.N .
Sport understands that Ramazani was offered a new contract at Old Trafford but he turned it down to seek other opportunities elsewhere .
It 's understood that playing time was a large factor in the Belgian 's decision to move to Spain while club sources have also told the M.E.N .
that United were unprepared to match the wage demands of a player who did not necessarily have a long-term future at the club .
Following his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ goodbye to the club he 'd called home for the three previous years .
`` I prepared a text here for today , '' he wrote on Instagram .
`` The life of an athlete is made by challenges .
Some are given to us .
Others are fruits of our decision to keep the light that illuminates our career , which is short .
`` I want to thank the club for helping me become a better footballer/person and for making me and my family feel at home during my time here @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
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`` After all the years I can only say thank you to the club , to the fans that have supported me since the first day I wore this jersey and of course thank you and good luck to my team-mates , who helped me settle in since day one not only as a teammates but as friends/family .
`` Today I say goodbye to Manchester United but I take with me many memories , lessons and great moments that will live @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one of the best years of my football career .
At last I want to wish the club many success for the future and thank the club for giving me the opportunity .

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Largie Ramazani has joined Spanish side UD Almeria on a free transfer following his departure from Manchester United.
Supporters had high hopes for the exciting winger following his performances for the Under-23s this past season as he scored nine goals in just 13 appearances in the Premier League 2.
Ramazani even made his debut for the first team as a late substitute in the Europa League defeat at Astana but was released along with eight other academy players following the expiration of his contract in June.
The 19-year-old's next move has now been confirmed and he has penned a five-year deal at second division side Almeria, which will keep him at the club until 2025.
M.E.N. Sport understands that Ramazani was offered a new contract at Old Trafford but he turned it down to seek other opportunities elsewhere.
It's understood that playing time was a large factor in the Belgian's decision to move to Spain while club sources have also told the M.E.N. that United were unprepared to match the wage demands of a player who did not necessarily have a long-term future at the club.
Following his departure in June, Ramazani penned a goodbye to the club he'd called home for the three previous years.
"I prepared a text here for today," he wrote on Instagram. "The life of an athlete is made by challenges. Some are given to us. Others are fruits of our decision to keep the light that illuminates our career, which is short.
"I want to thank the club for helping me become a better footballer/person and for making me and my family feel at home during my time here.
Do you wish United kept Ramazani? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
"After all the years I can only say thank you to the club, to the fans that have supported me since the first day I wore this jersey and of course thank you and good luck to my team-mates, who helped me settle in since day one not only as a teammates but as friends/family.
"Today I say goodbye to Manchester United but I take with me many memories, lessons and great moments that will live with me forever. It has been one of the best years of my football career. At last I want to wish the club many success for the future and thank the club for giving me the opportunity.
"Thank you. Largie Ramazani"


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-24--Former Corrie star in tears as he pleads with fans to help save friend's life

Former Coronation Street actor James Burrows has pleaded with his thousands of social media followers to help save a young children ’ s nurse told she may have just months to live .
James Burrows , who played Ali Neeson in the ITV soap , was in tears as he urged his fans to get behind his friend Charlotte Roe .
Charlotte , 28 , was told last year that she had an aggressive form of bile duct cancer and despite a major operation and chemotherapy she recently received the heartbreaking news that the cancer has returned and she only @ @ @ @ @ @ @ live .
Family and friends are now trying to raise £150,000 to take Charlotte , a former Royal Derby Hospital children 's nurse , to America for treatment through a GoFundMe page .
James , 29 , says in his emotional video posted on Instagram : `` Yesterday we received some devastating news from one of our friends , Charlotte .
`` Unfortunately Charlotte has been battling a rare form of cancer , a bile duct cancer .
`` Unfortunately a couple of days ago Charlotte received some devastating news that she has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is unbearable to even think about .
`` Her family have set up a GoFundMe page and they 're trying to raise money to take Charlotte to America for some different treatment .
`` So the aim of the game is to raise £150,000 and she deserves it - she 's a beautiful person , she 's loving , she 's caring and she 's younger than me and it just breaks my heart . ''
The actor said if everyone donated £1 it would help .
He added : `` I never @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it 's really broken my heart and I want to do everything I can do to help Charlotte and I 'm reaching out to my fans , my followers , my family , my friends and everyone on social media .
`` I 'm not asking for anyone to gave a large , substantial amount of money .
`` I have 36,000 followers on Instagram and if every one of those could donate £1 that 's £36,000 - that 's a lot of money .
`` The problem we have is Charlotte does @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so time is ticking and I 'm asking people to help and pull together as a team to help this girl out because she deserves life and she has a lot to give . ''
Charlotte 's GoFundMe page explains that she has the aggressive form of bile duct cancer called intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma , which is extremely rare in someone her age .
Charlotte was diagnosed in November and her life has since been filled with surgery and chemotherapy in an attempt to cure her and reduce the risk of the cancer returning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the treatment but with only a couple of weeks remaining of chemotherapy , she received devastating news from her latest scan that , not only had the cancer returned , but there were multiple tumours all over her liver and bile ducts .
Charlotte was told by her oncologist that this is now inoperable on the NHS .
Her GoFundMe page launched by her older sister reads : `` Charlotte is in no way going to give up now .
Our hope now lies with treatments that aren ’ t provided on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in particular that give us hope .
The first is called SIRT which is an advanced type of immunotherapy that targets each specific tumour .
`` The second is an extremely advance form of liver transplant which is only available in America at the University of Chicago Medicine ’ s transplant program .
`` With these treatment only being available to Charlotte privately we desperately need your help .
`` I understand that there is a lot of heartache out there at the moment , both in terms of health and financially due @ @ @ @ @ @ @ say is that anything you can donate to help save Charlotte will be appreciated from the bottom of our hearts . ''
To visit the GoFundMe page click here .

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Former Coronation Street actor James Burrows has pleaded with his thousands of social media followers to help save a young children’s nurse told she may have just months to live.
James Burrows, who played Ali Neeson in the ITV soap, was in tears as he urged his fans to get behind his friend Charlotte Roe.
Charlotte, 28, was told last year that she had an aggressive form of bile duct cancer and despite a major operation and chemotherapy she recently received the heartbreaking news that the cancer has returned and she only has two months to a year to live.
Family and friends are now trying to raise £150,000 to take Charlotte, a former Royal Derby Hospital children's nurse, to America for treatment through a GoFundMe page.
James, 29, says in his emotional video posted on Instagram: "Yesterday we received some devastating news from one of our friends, Charlotte.
"Unfortunately Charlotte has been battling a rare form of cancer, a bile duct cancer.
"Unfortunately a couple of days ago Charlotte received some devastating news that she has two to 12 months to live which is unbearable to even think about.
(Image: James Burrows Instagram)
"Her family have set up a GoFundMe page and they're trying to raise money to take Charlotte to America for some different treatment.
"So the aim of the game is to raise £150,000 and she deserves it - she's a beautiful person, she's loving, she's caring and she's younger than me and it just breaks my heart."
The actor said if everyone donated £1 it would help.
He added: "I never normally do these kind of posts but it's really broken my heart and I want to do everything I can do to help Charlotte and I'm reaching out to my fans, my followers, my family, my friends and everyone on social media.
(Image: Charlotte Roe/Help Charlotte Fight Cancer/GoFundMe)
"I'm not asking for anyone to gave a large, substantial amount of money.
"I have 36,000 followers on Instagram and if every one of those could donate £1 that's £36,000 - that's a lot of money.
"The problem we have is Charlotte doesn't have the time on her hands so time is ticking and I'm asking people to help and pull together as a team to help this girl out because she deserves life and she has a lot to give."
(Image: ITV)
Charlotte's GoFundMe page explains that she has the aggressive form of bile duct cancer called intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, which is extremely rare in someone her age.
Charlotte was diagnosed in November and her life has since been filled with surgery and chemotherapy in an attempt to cure her and reduce the risk of the cancer returning.
Charlotte appeared to be responding to the treatment but with only a couple of weeks remaining of chemotherapy, she received devastating news from her latest scan that, not only had the cancer returned, but there were multiple tumours all over her liver and bile ducts.
Charlotte was told by her oncologist that this is now inoperable on the NHS.
Her GoFundMe page launched by her older sister reads: "Charlotte is in no way going to give up now. Our hope now lies with treatments that aren’t provided on the NHS.
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"There are two treatments in particular that give us hope. The first is called SIRT which is an advanced type of immunotherapy that targets each specific tumour.
"The second is an extremely advance form of liver transplant which is only available in America at the University of Chicago Medicine’s transplant program.
"With these treatment only being available to Charlotte privately we desperately need your help.
"I understand that there is a lot of heartache out there at the moment, both in terms of health and financially due to Covid-19.
"All I can say is that anything you can donate to help save Charlotte will be appreciated from the bottom of our hearts."
To visit the GoFundMe page click here.