themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--Pervert woman befriended 'vulnerable' girl, 13, before sexually abusing her for weeks...the teenager

Pervert woman befriended 'vulnerable' girl, 13, before sexually abusing her for weeks...the teenager ended up trying to take her own life

A woman who sexually abused a 13-year-old girl has now been jailed .
Martine Brayshaw was 22 when she started to befriend the `` vulnerable '' teenager , who had a torrid home life .
What began as a friendship soon turned into sexual abuse over a two month period , though , and was only uncovered when the schoolgirl , who can not be named , was confronted by her mother .
Minshull Street Crown Court heard the girl 's relationship with Brayshaw `` contributed '' to the youngster trying to take her own life .
After being treated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the abuse .
Later , Brayshaw of Coldhurst , Oldham , turned up at the girl 's home , threw a burning rag at the property and screamed abuse at the girl and her mother , threatening to ‘ get people round ’ .
Brayshaw , now 24 , was jailed for 30 months after she was convicted of seven charges of sexual activity with a child and two offences of witness intimidation .
She was also subject to a Sexual Harm Prevention Order and will have to sign the Sex Offender Register @ @ @ @ @ @ @ banned from contacting the victim for five years under the terms of a restraining order .
Andrew Macintosh prosecuting said : “ The girl was befriended by this defendant while she was going through a difficult time with her mother .
That friendship became sexual .
“ The complainant was challenged by her mother about what had occurred that resulted in an argument .
`` As a result the complainant tried to commit suicide and was taken to hospital where she was detained for a brief period before being discharged .
“ At @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that there was any relationship between the two but she subsequently stated to the police there had been some kissing .
She then admitted that matters had gone much further .
“ Following that disclosure she was interviewed and disclosed to officers what the nature of the relationship was . ''
Mr Macintosh said that , a few months later , Brayshaw went on a rampage at the girl 's home .
“ This lady is seen outside of the complainant ’ s house on police bail - she was seen outside the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the fence .
“ When the complainant and her mother came out of the property she was abusive towards them before making off .
“ She denied in interview anything of a sexual nature had happened and denied she had been the person seen to throw the rag onto the fence , these are denials she maintained throughout the trial .
`` So far as the victim is concerned it had a significant effect upon her - she feels betrayed by the actions of Ms Brayshaw .
“ There are elements of disparity @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the time the relationship started the victim was a vulnerable young girl .
It was evident to this defendant she had a troubled relationship with her mother.
” In mitigation , defence lawyer Craig MacGregor said his client was on the autistic spectrum and added : “ Martine has been beat up , she had left her job of two years , she had also been attacked on the street and kicked in the face - but no further action was taken because it wasn ’ t in the interests of justice @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no one was listening to her side .
“ She presents with complex developmental disorder , a lack of awareness , a lack of understanding misinterpretation of other people ’ s intentions . ''
But sentencing , Judge Mark Savill told Brayshaw she was aware the girl was a child `` with difficulties perhaps a bit more than just teenage anger with a parent '' .
`` Nevertheless , a relationship started between you .
“ Whilst on bail having been interviewed by the police , two months later you attended in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ address of the victim .
`` You shouted , screamed abuse outside the property before making threats of violence , of getting people round to the house and setting fire to an item of clothing which you place on the fence .
“ I have heard the evidence of the mother and the victim and for them knowing that they were witnesses in a very serious set of sexual allegations to have someone come to their house would have been extremely frightening .
`` It must be understood any sentence passed must be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ I don ’ t take the view that there was grooming behaviour .
To some extent there was in this relationship you found yourself in , you being an adult she being a child looking to find a friend in the storm of her teenage years .
'However you had your difficulties .
It seems to me you are not somebody who was engaging in grooming behaviour , you didn ’ t specifically target this individual .
Although there is a 10 year or so gap in your ages understanding and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ harm in this case is ongoing , effects on the victim have been severe .
You are not solely responsible for the attempt on her own life but no doubt contributed to that .
`` I have considered carefully the impact such a sentence will have on an individual such as yourself but the impact upon an offender in your situation perhaps doesn ’ t carry as much weight as first blush might assume . ''
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A woman who sexually abused a 13-year-old girl has now been jailed.
Martine Brayshaw was 22 when she started to befriend the "vulnerable" teenager, who had a torrid home life.
What began as a friendship soon turned into sexual abuse over a two month period, though, and was only uncovered when the schoolgirl, who cannot be named, was confronted by her mother.
Minshull Street Crown Court heard the girl's relationship with Brayshaw "contributed" to the youngster trying to take her own life. After being treated in hospital, she told police of the abuse.
Later, Brayshaw of Coldhurst, Oldham, turned up at the girl's home, threw a burning rag at the property and screamed abuse at the girl and her mother, threatening to ‘get people round’.
Brayshaw, now 24, was jailed for 30 months after she was convicted of seven charges of sexual activity with a child and two offences of witness intimidation.
(Image: Cavendish Press)
She was also subject to a Sexual Harm Prevention Order and will have to sign the Sex Offender Register for ten years. She was also banned from contacting the victim for five years under the terms of a restraining order.
Andrew Macintosh prosecuting said: “The girl was befriended by this defendant while she was going through a difficult time with her mother. That friendship became sexual.
“The complainant was challenged by her mother about what had occurred that resulted in an argument.
"As a result the complainant tried to commit suicide and was taken to hospital where she was detained for a brief period before being discharged.
“At that time she denied to her mother that there was any relationship between the two but she subsequently stated to the police there had been some kissing. She then admitted that matters had gone much further.
“Following that disclosure she was interviewed and disclosed to officers what the nature of the relationship was."
Mr Macintosh said that, a few months later, Brayshaw went on a rampage at the girl's home.
“This lady is seen outside of the complainant’s house on police bail - she was seen outside the house to throw a burning rag onto the fence.
“When the complainant and her mother came out of the property she was abusive towards them before making off.
“She denied in interview anything of a sexual nature had happened and denied she had been the person seen to throw the rag onto the fence, these are denials she maintained throughout the trial.
"So far as the victim is concerned it had a significant effect upon her - she feels betrayed by the actions of Ms Brayshaw.
“There are elements of disparity in age. It is clear that at the time the relationship started the victim was a vulnerable young girl. It was evident to this defendant she had a troubled relationship with her mother.”
(Image: Cavendish Press)
In mitigation, defence lawyer Craig MacGregor said his client was on the autistic spectrum and added: “Martine has been beat up, she had left her job of two years, she had also been attacked on the street and kicked in the face - but no further action was taken because it wasn’t in the interests of justice.
"Martine has felt aggrieved that no one was listening to her side.
“She presents with complex developmental disorder, a lack of awareness, a lack of understanding misinterpretation of other people’s intentions.''
But sentencing, Judge Mark Savill told Brayshaw she was aware the girl was a child "with difficulties perhaps a bit more than just teenage anger with a parent".
"Nevertheless, a relationship started between you.
“Whilst on bail having been interviewed by the police, two months later you attended in the middle of the night at the home address of the victim.
"You shouted, screamed abuse outside the property before making threats of violence, of getting people round to the house and setting fire to an item of clothing which you place on the fence.
“I have heard the evidence of the mother and the victim and for them knowing that they were witnesses in a very serious set of sexual allegations to have someone come to their house would have been extremely frightening.
"It must be understood any sentence passed must be a deterrent, witnesses must be protected.
“I don’t take the view that there was grooming behaviour. To some extent there was in this relationship you found yourself in, you being an adult she being a child looking to find a friend in the storm of her teenage years.
(Image: Cavendish Press)
'However you had your difficulties. It seems to me you are not somebody who was engaging in grooming behaviour, you didn’t specifically target this individual. Although there is a 10 year or so gap in your ages understanding and maturity is significantly reduced.
“The harm in this case is ongoing, effects on the victim have been severe. You are not solely responsible for the attempt on her own life but no doubt contributed to that.
"I have considered carefully the impact such a sentence will have on an individual such as yourself but the impact upon an offender in your situation perhaps doesn’t carry as much weight as first blush might assume.''
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--From McDonald's to Greggs: The amount of calories and sugar in vegan fast food might shock you

With Veganuary in full swing , more Brits than ever are looking to replace their favourite meat and dairy products with items containing no animal produce .
In a bid to help people do this , the high-street 's favourite fast food chains have been ramping up their vegan offerings .
From McDonald 's and KFC , to Greggs , Burger King and Subway , restaurants across the board have come up with meat and dairy-free alternatives of shoppers ' favourite dishes .
But a new study suggests that the vegan versions of popular menu items could actually be worse @ @ @ @ @ @ @ calories , salt , sugar and fat than their non-vegan counterparts .
Content agency JBH looked into the calories , fat , salt and sugar content in the vegan fast food offerings from a load of the nation 's chains , and the results are proof that a vegan diet is n't always as healthy as people may think .
Topping the list for salt was Subway 's 6 '' Meatless Marinara , which contains a whopping 19.3g of sugar and 3.5g of salt .
Its non-vegan counterpart , the Meatball Marinara , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and 1.9g of salt - so if you 're looking to keep these factors low , that 's the better option ( if you 're a meat eater , of course ) .
Pret 's Very Berry Croissant also found itself at the top of the list for sugar , containing 21.9g ( or 5 teaspoons ) of sugar .
The best vegan option in terms of salt and sugar is McDonald 's veggie dippers , which contain just 1.1g of salt and 2.3g of sugar per serving .
Here 's how all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with their non-vegan counterparts : It is important to remember that these are fast food items , so they were never going to be the healthiest products in the world .
However , the point is , many people often think that vegan food will at least be a little bit healthier than its non-vegan counterparts in terms of calories , fat , salt and sugar , but sometimes it can prove worse for you .
Everything can be enjoyed in moderation !

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With Veganuary in full swing, more Brits than ever are looking to replace their favourite meat and dairy products with items containing no animal produce.
In a bid to help people do this, the high-street's favourite fast food chains have been ramping up their vegan offerings.
From McDonald's and KFC, to Greggs, Burger King and Subway, restaurants across the board have come up with meat and dairy-free alternatives of shoppers' favourite dishes.
But a new study suggests that the vegan versions of popular menu items could actually be worse for you, with many containing more calories, salt, sugar and fat than their non-vegan counterparts.
Content agency JBH looked into the calories, fat, salt and sugar content in the vegan fast food offerings from a load of the nation's chains, and the results are proof that a vegan diet isn't always as healthy as people may think.
(Image: JBH)
Topping the list for salt was Subway's 6" Meatless Marinara, which contains a whopping 19.3g of sugar and 3.5g of salt. Its non-vegan counterpart, the Meatball Marinara, contains less, with 13.5g of sugar and 1.9g of salt - so if you're looking to keep these factors low, that's the better option (if you're a meat eater, of course).
Pret's Very Berry Croissant also found itself at the top of the list for sugar, containing 21.9g (or 5 teaspoons) of sugar.
The best vegan option in terms of salt and sugar is McDonald's veggie dippers, which contain just 1.1g of salt and 2.3g of sugar per serving.
(Image: JBH)
Here's how all of the brands' vegan offerings compared with their non-vegan counterparts:
McDonald's
Veggie Dippers: Calories (321), Fat (13g), Salt (1.1g), Sugar (2.3g), Sugar in tsp (1)
Chicken Nuggets: Calories (259), Fat (13g), Salt (0.51g), Sugar (0.6g), Sugar in tsp (0)
Burger King
Vegan Rebel Whopper: Calories (596), Fat (33g), Salt (2.8g), Sugar (12g), Sugar in tsp (3)
Whopper: Calories (627), Fat (34g), Salt (2.2g), Sugar (12g), Sugar in tsp (3)
KFC
Vegan Burger: Calories (450), Fat (18.99g), Salt (2.91g), Sugar (5.96g), Sugar in tsp (1)
Fillet Burger: Calories (450), Fat (18.99g), Salt (2.91g), Sugar (5.96g), Sugar in tsp (1)
Subway
Meatless Marinara: Calories (558), Fat (12.3g), Salt (3.6g), Sugar (19.3g), Sugar in tsp (5)
Meatball Marinara: Calories (438), Fat (16.2g), Salt (1.9g), Sugar (13.5g), Sugar in tsp (3)
Costa
Vegan Ham and Cheeze Toastie: Calories (352), Fat (8.9g), Salt (2g), Sugar (2.9g), Sugar in tsp (1)
Ham and Cheese Toastie: Calories (307), Fat (8g), Salt (1.7g), Sugar (5.9g), Sugar in tsp (1)
Greggs
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Vegan Steak Bake: Calories (380), Fat (24g), Salt (1.8g), Sugar (1g), Sugar in tsp (0)
Steak Bake: Calories (408), Fat (26g), Salt (1.4g), Sugar (0g), Sugar in tsp (0)
Pret
Very Berry Croissant: Calories (299), Fat (12.2g), Salt (0.6g), Sugar (219g), Sugar in tsp (5)
Croissant: Calories (291), Fat (16.8g), Salt (0.7g), Sugar (4.5g), Sugar in tsp (1)
It is important to remember that these are fast food items, so they were never going to be the healthiest products in the world.
However, the point is, many people often think that vegan food will at least be a little bit healthier than its non-vegan counterparts in terms of calories, fat, salt and sugar, but sometimes it can prove worse for you. Everything can be enjoyed in moderation!


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--Man City defender Benjamin Mendy reveals surprise position he used to play

Manchester City star Benjamin Mendy has revealed he formerly played as a striker but advice from his coaches at Le Havre convinced him to move to left-back .
Mendy , 25 , joined the Blues in 2017 after a sensational season at Monaco .
Previously , he spent six years at Le Havre after graduating from their youth academy .
The Frenchman is currently City 's first-choice left back but the fan favourite revealed he used to occupy Sergio Aguero and Gabriel Jesus ' role of a striker .
However , following advice from his coach at Le Havre , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for him .
Asked what position he played , Mendy told OTRO : `` Left winger and striker .
`` When I got to Le Havre , my trainer Mohamed Sall told me : 'You 'll be a left-back . '
`` I said : 'No way . '
He said : 'Yes . '
'' Sall revealed that Mendy 's poor performance in a cup game led to the suggestion .
He felt the Frenchman 's crossing ability would be better utilised from the left of defence .
He said : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ n't the greatest forward .
`` A final in the Coupe de Normandie , Benjamin started as a forward .
After 25 minutes , he had n't scored .
`` He was n't moving enough or pulling his weight .
So I asked Benjamin to move to the left .
`` He looked at me , shrugged , and went left .
`` We equalised quickly with Benjamin in that position and won the cup final .
He came to see me with a big smile and said ' I 've found my @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the switch : `` Because I was where I wanted to be and I got hold of the ball - it was simpler . ''

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Manchester City star Benjamin Mendy has revealed he formerly played as a striker but advice from his coaches at Le Havre convinced him to move to left-back.
Mendy, 25, joined the Blues in 2017 after a sensational season at Monaco. Previously, he spent six years at Le Havre after graduating from their youth academy.
The Frenchman is currently City's first-choice left back but the fan favourite revealed he used to occupy Sergio Aguero and Gabriel Jesus' role of a striker.
However, following advice from his coach at Le Havre, Mendy decided left-back was the best position for him.
Asked what position he played, Mendy told OTRO: "Left winger and striker.
"When I got to Le Havre, my trainer Mohamed Sall told me: 'You'll be a left-back.'
"I said: 'No way.' He said: 'Yes.'"
Sall revealed that Mendy's poor performance in a cup game led to the suggestion.
He felt the Frenchman's crossing ability would be better utilised from the left of defence.
He said: "I realised pretty quickly that he wasn't the greatest forward.
"A final in the Coupe de Normandie, Benjamin started as a forward. After 25 minutes, he hadn't scored.
"He wasn't moving enough or pulling his weight. So I asked Benjamin to move to the left.
"He looked at me, shrugged, and went left.
"We equalised quickly with Benjamin in that position and won the cup final. He came to see me with a big smile and said 'I've found my position.'"
Mendy said of the switch: "Because I was where I wanted to be and I got hold of the ball - it was simpler."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--Queen will be ‘more angry with Harry and Meghan than Prince Andrew', says royal expert

A former royal secretary has claimed that the Queen will be ‘ more angry ’ with Harry and Meghan than she was after Prince Andrew ’ s ‘ car crash ’ interview last year .
Dickie Arbiter , 80 , spoke on Good Morning Britain during a discussion surrounding the revelation that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex want to step back from their roles as senior royals and plan to work towards becoming `` financially independent ” .
He was a press spokesman for Queen Elizabeth II from 1988 until 2000 , and was appointed as LVO in 1996 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s hosts Ben Shephard and Susanna Reid how the Queen will likely be feeling today , Dickie was clear with his comments .
“ The Queen will be feeling very let down and very angry - probably more angry than she felt after Andrew ’ s car crash interview last year , ” he said .
He referenced the BBC interview with Newsnight 's Emily Maitlis , after which the Duke of York was widely criticised for his account of his relationship with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein .
After Dickie ’ s comments @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - including Including Dancing On Ice star Trisha Goddard - of “ really ?
” rung out before Dickie continued .
He said : “ I would have thought so because this thing with Andrew has been going on for ages .
This is a bombshell that has been dropped , and to suggest that the photograph of the queen and three heirs in waiting was the touch paper , is absolute nonsense.
” Dickie also criticised the couple for how they plan to change the way they deal with the press .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ for trouble , Harry and Meghan , quite frankly , ” he said .
“ Because if you try and limit the coverage to the exclusion of everyone else you ’ re going to leave yourself wide open to speculation , wrong stories appearing on social media which I think has been their biggest problem , not so much the mainstream media in this country.
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A former royal secretary has claimed that the Queen will be ‘more angry’ with Harry and Meghan than she was after Prince Andrew’s ‘car crash’ interview last year.
Dickie Arbiter, 80, spoke on Good Morning Britain during a discussion surrounding the revelation that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex want to step back from their roles as senior royals and plan to work towards becoming "financially independent”.
He was a press spokesman for Queen Elizabeth II from 1988 until 2000, and was appointed as LVO in 1996.
When asked by the ITV show’s hosts Ben Shephard and Susanna Reid how the Queen will likely be feeling today, Dickie was clear with his comments.
“The Queen will be feeling very let down and very angry - probably more angry than she felt after Andrew’s car crash interview last year,” he said.
He referenced the BBC interview with Newsnight's Emily Maitlis, after which the Duke of York was widely criticised for his account of his relationship with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
After Dickie’s comments, collective gasp from the GMB panel - including Including Dancing On Ice star Trisha Goddard - of “really?” rung out before Dickie continued.
(Image: ITV)
He said: “I would have thought so because this thing with Andrew has been going on for ages. This is a bombshell that has been dropped, and to suggest that the photograph of the queen and three heirs in waiting was the touch paper, is absolute nonsense.”
Dickie also criticised the couple for how they plan to change the way they deal with the press.
(Image: ITV)
“I think they’re asking for trouble, Harry and Meghan, quite frankly,” he said.
“Because if you try and limit the coverage to the exclusion of everyone else you’re going to leave yourself wide open to speculation, wrong stories appearing on social media which I think has been their biggest problem, not so much the mainstream media in this country.”
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--Real Madrid player speaks about possible Paul Pogba transfer from Manchester United

Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde has said he will learn a lot from Paul Pogba if the midfielder moves to the Bernabeu from Manchester United in the summer .
Pogba is expected to remain at United beyond the closure of the January transfer window but his future will be high on the Reds ' agenda at the end of the season .
The Frenchman publicly stated his desire for ' a new challenge ' last summer but United were adamant they would not sell him and stood firm amid interest from Madrid and Juventus .
However , injury has sidelined @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's matches this season and he underwent ankle surgery on Tuesday .
He is expected to miss a further three to four weeks of action .
Asked about the prospect of Pogba arriving at Madrid following Los Merengues ' 3-1 victory over Valencia in the Spanish Super Cup , Valverde said : `` Pogba ?
I live quietly .
I try to enjoy it when I put on this shirt .
If in the future he has to come obviously I 'm going to learn a lot from him as a player .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ said he would not take any more of his clients to United while the club is in its current state .
“ Pogba ’ s problem is Manchester United , '' Raiola said .
`` It ’ s a club out of touch with reality and without a sporting project .
`` I wouldn ’ t take anyone there , they would even ruin Maradona , Pele and Maldini .
Paul needs a club and a squad , one like Juventus was before .
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Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde has said he will learn a lot from Paul Pogba if the midfielder moves to the Bernabeu from Manchester United in the summer.
Pogba is expected to remain at United beyond the closure of the January transfer window but his future will be high on the Reds' agenda at the end of the season.
The Frenchman publicly stated his desire for 'a new challenge' last summer but United were adamant they would not sell him and stood firm amid interest from Madrid and Juventus.
However, injury has sidelined Pogba for 75 per cent of United's matches this season and he underwent ankle surgery on Tuesday. He is expected to miss a further three to four weeks of action.
Asked about the prospect of Pogba arriving at Madrid following Los Merengues' 3-1 victory over Valencia in the Spanish Super Cup, Valverde said: "Pogba? I live quietly. I try to enjoy it when I put on this shirt. If in the future he has to come obviously I'm going to learn a lot from him as a player."
Pogba's agent Mino Raiola recently said he would not take any more of his clients to United while the club is in its current state.
“Pogba’s problem is Manchester United," Raiola said. "It’s a club out of touch with reality and without a sporting project.
"I wouldn’t take anyone there, they would even ruin Maradona, Pele and Maldini. Paul needs a club and a squad, one like Juventus was before.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--Man City transfer news RECAP Adama Traore and Merih Demiral linked plus fixtures latest

Manchester City midfielder Fernandinho has confirmed he is close to extending his contract at the club amid fears he could @ @ @ @ @ the season .
The Brazilian has been one of City 's most important players since @ @ @ @ @ has got even better under Pep Guardiola .
Fernandinho 's contract expires in the summer @ @ @ @ @ deal is in the pipeline due to an extension clause .
`` When I renewed @ @ @ @ @ , we put a clause that if I reached certain goals , my contract would @ @ @ @ @ he told ESPN Brazil .
`` Conversations have already started , we talked about it @ @ @ @ @ am close to reaching those goals and renewing the contract , but we can only @ @ @ @ @ `` The club have already shown interest in me staying , I have also shown @ @ @ @ @ staying . ''
Look back over all the latest City news from today .

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Manchester City midfielder Fernandinho has confirmed he is close to extending his contract at the club amid fears he could depart at the end of the season.
The Brazilian has been one of City 's most important players since joining arriving in 2013 and has got even better under Pep Guardiola .
Fernandinho's contract expires in the summer but he claimed a new deal is in the pipeline due to an extension clause.
"When I renewed at the end of 2018, we put a clause that if I reached certain goals, my contract would be renewed automatically," he told ESPN Brazil .
"Conversations have already started, we talked about it last month.
"I am close to reaching those goals and renewing the contract, but we can only confirm it after signing.
"The club have already shown interest in me staying, I have also shown [my interest] in staying."
Look back over all the latest City news from today.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--Manchester United transfer news RECAP Ashley Young and Chong Man Utd latest plus Maguire injury news

Manchester United are considering a loan deal for a centre-back after Harry Maguire suffered a hip injury .
Maguire sustained @ @ @ @ @ Cup third round draw with Wolves on Saturday but played on for the remainder of @ @ @ @ @ failed a fitness test , which meant he missed the Carabao Cup tie against Man @ @ @ @ @ training at Carrington on Thursday morning .
Phil Jones replaced Maguire versus City and suffered @ @ @ @ @ the 3-1 defeat and Victor Lindelof could be United 's only fit senior centre-half for @ @ @ @ @ Saturday .
Although defenders Eric Bailly and Axel Tuanzebe are nearing returns , the MEN @ @ @ @ @ the lookout for a centre-back to join them on loan until the end of the @ @ @ @ @ could join Inter Milan .
Donny van de Beek , Jack Grealish and James Maddison @ @ @ @ @ be touted for a possible United move .
Look back over all the latest news @ @ @ @

newsdesk@men-news.co.uk (Dominic Booth, Richard Fay, Joe Bray)

Manchester United are considering a loan deal for a centre-back after Harry Maguire suffered a hip injury.
Maguire sustained the injury in the FA Cup third round draw with Wolves on Saturday but played on for the remainder of the match. The 26-year-old failed a fitness test, which meant he missed the Carabao Cup tie against Man City, but arrived for training at Carrington on Thursday morning.
Phil Jones replaced Maguire versus City and suffered cramp towards the end of the 3-1 defeat and Victor Lindelof could be United's only fit senior centre-half for the visit of Norwich on Saturday.
Although defenders Eric Bailly and Axel Tuanzebe are nearing returns, the MEN understands United are already on the lookout for a centre-back to join them on loan until the end of the season, while Ashley Young could join Inter Milan.
Donny van de Beek, Jack Grealish and James Maddison are among the names to be touted for a possible United move.
Look back over all the latest news throughout the day.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--Robbie Savage destroys bizarre comparison to Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay

Robbie Savage has defended Scott McTominay after the Manchester United midfielder had been compared to ... Robbie Savage .
McTominay , currently out injured , has emerged as one of United 's better performers this season before his setback , striking up a promising partnership with Fred in midfield .
But as United have struggled for consistency this season , they have come in for criticism from sections of the media .
One such criticism came from former United defender Paul Parker , who bizarrely told Eurosport that McTominay embodied United 's problems as he `` runs around trying to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Parker went on to say : `` He ’ s like a modern-day Robbie Savage .
You need more than that .
“ If people are saying United are missing McTominay , they ’ re not really Man United fans .
The reason he ’ s out injured is because he tried to kick someone and hurt himself .
`` If that ’ s what people think United are , then they weren ’ t around for the good times.
” The comments were met with surprise from United fans , who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the future who has taken his chance at United and thrived under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer .
And among those defending the United man was none other than Robbie Savage himself , who took to Twitter to rubbish Parker 's comments and praise McTominay as 'one of United 's best players this season . '
Quoting an article running Parker 's ridiculous comments , former United trainee Savage tweeted : `` Nonsense , I was n't good enough for United , he 's proven he can get into team , hold his place @ @ @ @ @ @ @ best players this season and missed when injured ! ''

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Robbie Savage has defended Scott McTominay after the Manchester United midfielder had been compared to ... Robbie Savage.
McTominay, currently out injured, has emerged as one of United's better performers this season before his setback, striking up a promising partnership with Fred in midfield.
But as United have struggled for consistency this season, they have come in for criticism from sections of the media.
One such criticism came from former United defender Paul Parker, who bizarrely told Eurosport that McTominay embodied United's problems as he "runs around trying to kick people, thumping the badge."
Parker went on to say: "He’s like a modern-day Robbie Savage. You need more than that.
“If people are saying United are missing McTominay, they’re not really Man United fans. The reason he’s out injured is because he tried to kick someone and hurt himself.
"If that’s what people think United are, then they weren’t around for the good times.”
The comments were met with surprise from United fans, who consider McTominay to be a fine prospect for the future who has taken his chance at United and thrived under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
And among those defending the United man was none other than Robbie Savage himself, who took to Twitter to rubbish Parker's comments and praise McTominay as 'one of United's best players this season.'
Quoting an article running Parker's ridiculous comments, former United trainee Savage tweeted: "Nonsense, I wasn't good enough for United, he's proven he can get into team, hold his place down, be one of United's best players this season and missed when injured!"


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--Council's deputy leader hits back at claims she 'slept her way' to the top - and defends friendship

Council's deputy leader hits back at claims she 'slept her way' to the top - and defends friendship with murderer Dale Cregan's getaway driver

Oldham ’ s deputy council leader has revealed that online abusers claimed she ‘ slept her way ’ to the top and is ‘ likely to have STDs ’ as she condemned harassment and attacks on politicians .
In an emotional speech at Wednesday night ’ s full council meeting , Councillor Arooj Shah - the town hall 's first female Asian second in command - slammed a series of personal attacks on her as ‘ textbook misogyny ’ .
Coun Shah also addressed long-standing rumours about her interactions with Mohammed Imran Ali , or ‘ Irish Immy ’ , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He was convicted in 2013 for assisting the killer by driving him to Leeds after his murder of gangland rival David Short in 2012 .
The town hall meeting was told Coun Shah and Irish Immy had been childhood friends since the age of 11 .
She also referenced her brother , who has also served time in prison .
Coun Shah said she knew her friendships and relationships would be ‘ difficult for some people to accept ’ , but added she ‘ ca n't pretend they don ’ t exist , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my back on people I ’ ve known since childhood ’ .
“ I would never condone any acts , not that my brother did and not that friend did , ” Coun Shah , who is also the cabinet member for social justice and communities , said .
“ I do not disown people for political convenience or to advance my political career . ''
Coun Shah said she had been personally targeted by an individual online after challenging their behaviour , which led to a campaign of abuse .
Fighting back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ individual deliberately sought out to bring shame to me in my community and impact my family .
“ He inferred that women in my profession must have sexually transmitted diseases , and the only reason I hold the position I hold is because I slept my way to this position .
“ We are too aware that if you were to even counter every single accusation , you know that something more ridiculous and outrageous will follow - they are not about truth but intimidation.
” She told members she had always acted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and had never abused her position .
“ I have worked fifty times harder than my peers to hold this position .
`` I don ’ t pretend to be somebody I ’ m not , '' Coun Shah added .
She was moving a council motion on harassment and abuse in public life , which called for a letter to be written to the Minister for the Cabinet Office to seek a cross-government response in tackling the issue .
It was backed by Liberal Democrat Coun Louie Hamblett , who said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about preventing scrutiny of elected officials .
“ Each individual human being should be able to go about their daily lives in peace , without having malicious intent towards each other , ” he said .
“ Only in the last few days I ’ ve been tagged in posts with generic threats and warnings about silencing free speech , including accusations of covering up misconduct simply by being a seconder to this very motion.
” Fellow Liberal Democrat Coun Sam Al-Hamdani also revealed he could no longer publish his personal address when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ death threats ’ for being part of a mixed-race family .
“ In the 2017 general election I had rape threats online , ” he said .
“ That ’ s not avoiding just talking to somebody who disagrees with you , it ’ s unfair threats which attack people who are just trying to benefit people in their borough or their country and it makes it difficult to stand up and stand for office .
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Oldham’s deputy council leader has revealed that online abusers claimed she ‘slept her way’ to the top and is ‘likely to have STDs’ as she condemned harassment and attacks on politicians.
In an emotional speech at Wednesday night’s full council meeting, Councillor Arooj Shah - the town hall's first female Asian second in command - slammed a series of personal attacks on her as ‘textbook misogyny’.
Coun Shah also addressed long-standing rumours about her interactions with Mohammed Imran Ali, or ‘Irish Immy’, Dale Cregan’s getaway driver.
He was convicted in 2013 for assisting the killer by driving him to Leeds after his murder of gangland rival David Short in 2012.
The town hall meeting was told Coun Shah and Irish Immy had been childhood friends since the age of 11.
She also referenced her brother, who has also served time in prison.
Coun Shah said she knew her friendships and relationships would be ‘difficult for some people to accept’, but added she ‘can't pretend they don’t exist, and certainly I can’t turn my back on people I’ve known since childhood’.
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“I would never condone any acts, not that my brother did and not that friend did,” Coun Shah, who is also the cabinet member for social justice and communities, said.
“I do not disown people for political convenience or to advance my political career."
Coun Shah said she had been personally targeted by an individual online after challenging their behaviour, which led to a campaign of abuse.
Fighting back tears, she said: “The individual deliberately sought out to bring shame to me in my community and impact my family.
“He inferred that women in my profession must have sexually transmitted diseases, and the only reason I hold the position I hold is because I slept my way to this position.
“We are too aware that if you were to even counter every single accusation, you know that something more ridiculous and outrageous will follow - they are not about truth but intimidation.”
She told members she had always acted appropriately in her political and professional life, and had never abused her position.
“I have worked fifty times harder than my peers to hold this position.
"I don’t pretend to be somebody I’m not," Coun Shah added.
She was moving a council motion on harassment and abuse in public life, which called for a letter to be written to the Minister for the Cabinet Office to seek a cross-government response in tackling the issue.
It was backed by Liberal Democrat Coun Louie Hamblett, who said the aim of the motion was not about preventing scrutiny of elected officials.
“Each individual human being should be able to go about their daily lives in peace, without having malicious intent towards each other,” he said.
“Only in the last few days I’ve been tagged in posts with generic threats and warnings about silencing free speech, including accusations of covering up misconduct simply by being a seconder to this very motion.”
Fellow Liberal Democrat Coun Sam Al-Hamdani also revealed he could no longer publish his personal address when he stood for election after receiving ‘death threats’ for being part of a mixed-race family.
“In the 2017 general election I had rape threats online,” he said.
“That’s not avoiding just talking to somebody who disagrees with you, it’s unfair threats which attack people who are just trying to benefit people in their borough or their country and it makes it difficult to stand up and stand for office.”
The motion was carried unanimously by all councillors.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--Man City star Sergio Aguero close to breaking Arsenal FC legend's Premier League record

Man City star striker Sergio Aguero is only one goal away from matching Arsenal legend Thierry Henry 's record for the most Premier League goals scored by a foreign player .
Aguero has been breaking records ever since he arrived at City and ended the previous decade as the league 's top goal scorer with his 174 strikes for the Blues .
Despite now being 31 the Argentine is n't showing his age as his phenomenal form has continued this season after bagging 10 goals already preserving his record of reaching double figures in every campaign since turning 18 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the Etihad has already established himself as one of the best strikers to ever have played in England and he is not far away from overtaking another in the goal scoring charts .
Arsenal icon Henry ended his career with 175 Premier League goals after two stints in North London and he 's currently the highest overseas goalscorer in the history of the competition .
Aguero can equal the Frenchman 's record with a goal against Aston Villa on Sunday and then he will only need one more to break it .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ team coming up for Aguero to face to break the record than newly promoted Villa , as the frontman has four goals in his last six starts against the Villains and has scored more goals against promoted teams , with 31 , than any other player since 2011 .
It will be a record that wo n't be broken in a hurry again , either , with Aguero 's closest competitors being Robin van Persie ( 144 ) Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink ( 127 ) , Robbie Keane ( 126 ) , Nicolas Anelka @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 123 ) and Romelu Lukaku ( 113 ) .
After beating Henry 's record Aguero will no doubt have his eyes set on moving further up the all time scoring chart , with Frank Lampard on 177 strikes the next man above him .
The top three then consists of Andy Cole on 187 , Wayne Rooney on 208 and in top spot is Alan Shearer on an astounding 260 .

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Man City star striker Sergio Aguero is only one goal away from matching Arsenal legend Thierry Henry's record for the most Premier League goals scored by a foreign player.
Aguero has been breaking records ever since he arrived at City and ended the previous decade as the league's top goal scorer with his 174 strikes for the Blues.
Despite now being 31 the Argentine isn't showing his age as his phenomenal form has continued this season after bagging 10 goals already preserving his record of reaching double figures in every campaign since turning 18.
Aguero's incredible goal haul while playing at the Etihad has already established himself as one of the best strikers to ever have played in England and he is not far away from overtaking another in the goal scoring charts.
Arsenal icon Henry ended his career with 175 Premier League goals after two stints in North London and he's currently the highest overseas goalscorer in the history of the competition.
Aguero can equal the Frenchman's record with a goal against Aston Villa on Sunday and then he will only need one more to break it.
There couldn't be a much better team coming up for Aguero to face to break the record than newly promoted Villa, as the frontman has four goals in his last six starts against the Villains and has scored more goals against promoted teams, with 31, than any other player since 2011.
It will be a record that won't be broken in a hurry again, either, with Aguero's closest competitors being Robin van Persie (144) Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink (127), Robbie Keane (126), Nicolas Anelka (125), Dwight Yorke (123) and Romelu Lukaku (113).
After beating Henry's record Aguero will no doubt have his eyes set on moving further up the all time scoring chart, with Frank Lampard on 177 strikes the next man above him.
The top three then consists of Andy Cole on 187, Wayne Rooney on 208 and in top spot is Alan Shearer on an astounding 260.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--Inter Milan chief offers cryptic update on Ashley Young speculation

Inter Milan CEO Beppe Marotta has refused to rule out a move for Manchester United captain Ashley Young in the January transfer window .
Inter have emerged as potential suitors for Young , 34 , who has been the subject of a transfer enquiry from the Serie A leaders .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has indicated United will resist any major outgoings this month .
Young 's contract expires in the summer , and he is free to talk to foreign clubs as he has entered the last six months of his contract .
Latest suggestions have claimed United have offered @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to keep him at Old Trafford , but he may still move to Serie A either in this January transfer window or in the summer when his deal expires .
Reports from Italy on Thursday claimed Young was close to joining Milan , and had even taken a call from former United striker Romelu Lukaku persuading him to move to the San Siro .
Now , Marotta has addressed the speculation , offering a cryptic answer when asked about Inter 's chances of signing Young , as well as responding to rumours linking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Milan .
`` Politano and Young ?
At the moment , there are many rumours , we are all active , '' Marotta said , via Calciomercato .
`` In general , you know very well that what has n't already been done can be done tonight , '' he said , indicating a deal could be near .
Young has made 261 appearances for United since joining in 2011 , winning the Premier League , FA Cup , EFL Cup and Europa League during his time at Old Trafford .
He became @ @ @ @ @ @ @ left the club .

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Inter Milan CEO Beppe Marotta has refused to rule out a move for Manchester United captain Ashley Young in the January transfer window.
Inter have emerged as potential suitors for Young, 34, who has been the subject of a transfer enquiry from the Serie A leaders. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has indicated United will resist any major outgoings this month.
Young's contract expires in the summer, and he is free to talk to foreign clubs as he has entered the last six months of his contract. Latest suggestions have claimed United have offered Young a new contract in an attempt to keep him at Old Trafford, but he may still move to Serie A either in this January transfer window or in the summer when his deal expires.
Reports from Italy on Thursday claimed Young was close to joining Milan, and had even taken a call from former United striker Romelu Lukaku persuading him to move to the San Siro.
Now, Marotta has addressed the speculation, offering a cryptic answer when asked about Inter's chances of signing Young, as well as responding to rumours linking Inter forward Matte Politano with rivals AC Milan.
"Politano and Young? At the moment, there are many rumours, we are all active," Marotta said, via Calciomercato.
"In general, you know very well that what hasn't already been done can be done tonight," he said, indicating a deal could be near.
Young has made 261 appearances for United since joining in 2011, winning the Premier League, FA Cup, EFL Cup and Europa League during his time at Old Trafford. He became permanent captain this summer when Antonio Valencia left the club.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--TV production company spotted filming mystery show at Victoria Baths

A TV production company was seen filming at Victoria Baths on Thursday afternoon .
Bosses said they were unable to confirm what show they were making .
A spokeswoman confirmed filming took place inside and outside the building for a 'drama ' .
The production team was only there for one day , the spokeswoman added .
Photos taken by the Manchester Evening News show a cherry picker outside the Grade II-listed building .
Lights projected from the aerial platform illuminated the Edwardian building .
The venue , which opened in 1906 , has been a popular location for filming @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Blinders , Life on Mars , Sherlock Holmes and Victoria Wood have all been shot there .
It is also often used for events such as cinema screenings , beer festivals and yoga classes .
A spokeswoman for the building , in Chorlton-on-Medlock , said : `` Victoria Baths is a popular location with TV and film production companies – for its great variety of spaces and some really special period features .
`` So it has been used a number of times over the years and it ’ s not uncommon for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ example when a drama does well and a second or subsequent series is commissioned .
`` We ’ re always happy to facilitate filming and it ’ s great to see how different our building can look depending on the production .
`` It ’ s also good that there is plenty of activity in the creative industries in Manchester these days and Victoria Baths is very pleased to play a role in this.
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A TV production company was seen filming at Victoria Baths on Thursday afternoon.
Bosses said they were unable to confirm what show they were making.
A spokeswoman confirmed filming took place inside and outside the building for a 'drama'.
The production team was only there for one day, the spokeswoman added.
Photos taken by the Manchester Evening News show a cherry picker outside the Grade II-listed building.
Lights projected from the aerial platform illuminated the Edwardian building.
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The venue, which opened in 1906, has been a popular location for filming in recent years.
Scenes for Peaky Blinders, Life on Mars, Sherlock Holmes and Victoria Wood have all been shot there.
It is also often used for events such as cinema screenings, beer festivals and yoga classes.
A spokeswoman for the building, in Chorlton-on-Medlock, said: "Victoria Baths is a popular location with TV and film production companies – for its great variety of spaces and some really special period features.
"So it has been used a number of times over the years and it’s not uncommon for us to get repeat visits, for example when a drama does well and a second or subsequent series is commissioned.
"We’re always happy to facilitate filming and it’s great to see how different our building can look depending on the production.
"It’s also good that there is plenty of activity in the creative industries in Manchester these days and Victoria Baths is very pleased to play a role in this.”
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--Masked man threatened Co-op worker with a knife - and claimed he had a gun - during terrifying robbe

Masked man threatened Co-op worker with a knife - and claimed he had a gun - during terrifying robbery

A masked man threatened a shop worker with a knife and claimed he had a gun during a robbery at a Co-op store in Wigan .
The thug stole cash from the Co-op store in Astley before riding away on a mountain bike .
He rode off towards Wycombe Drive , police said .
Photos from the scene showed police outside the store following the incident .
Officers were called at around 11.10am today ( Thursday ) to reports of a robbery at the store on Coach Road .
The man was described as white , around 5ft 8ins with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The offender is believed to have been wearing a navy blue coat , black trousers , black Nike trainers with a white tick .
He had his face covered by a black mask and had his hood up .
No one was injured and not arrests have been made .
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A masked man threatened a shop worker with a knife and claimed he had a gun during a robbery at a Co-op store in Wigan.
The thug stole cash from the Co-op store in Astley before riding away on a mountain bike.
He rode off towards Wycombe Drive, police said.
Photos from the scene showed police outside the store following the incident.
Officers were called at around 11.10am today (Thursday) to reports of a robbery at the store on Stour Road.
The man was described as white, around 5ft 8ins with a slim build and a local accent.
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The offender is believed to have been wearing a navy blue coat, black trousers, black Nike trainers with a white tick.
He had his face covered by a black mask and had his hood up.
No one was injured and not arrests have been made.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 quoting incident number 939 of January 9.
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--Manchester United 'to battle' Arsenal to sign Barcelona star and more transfer rumours

Manchester United will battle Arsenal and Tottenham in the race to sign Barcelona defender Samuel Umtiti - according to reports .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is open to making signings during the January transfer window and the need for a defender has emerged with Harry Maguire expected to miss the next few fixtures due to injury .
MEN understand the Reds are exploring a possibility of a loan signing this month to cope with Maguire 's potential absence as Phil Jones and Eric Bailly have also struggled for fitness in recent months .
Spanish outlet El Desmarque claim that United have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Frenchman is currently out of favour under Ernesto Valverde .
Umtiti , 26 , was once considered one of the world 's most promising defenders after impressing for Lyon but a series of knee problems during his time at Barcelona has hampered his progress .
Having made just four La Liga starts , the report claims Barcelona are willing to cash in on the World Cup winner with United , Arsenal and Spurs all looking to land his signature .
Unless Umtiti is available for a knockdown price , it 's difficult @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a player with a history of fitness problems and who is unlikely to usurp Maguire once the England international is fully fit .
Elsewhere , reports suggest Manchester United 's search for a new striker has led them to Napoli star Arkadiusz Milik .
The 25-year-old has impressed for the Italian side this season , netting ten goals in just 12 appearances , and would be seen as an alternative to Erling Haaland as per The Sun .
Napoli value the player at £60million but the Poland international has just 18 months remaining @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pursuit of Milik could be boosted by the fact the forward supports the club .
He said back in 2012 : `` My dream is to play in this club .
I ’ m a Red Devil supporter , that ’ s why I ’ d love to play in the team at Old Trafford one day . ''
Milik could prove to be an excellent addition but the price tag should be baulked at by United .
With Anthony Martial likely to remain first-choice forward , paying such a fee for an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sense .
Finally , the Reds have been linked with a move for Hellas Verona defender Marash Kumballa as per reports in Italy .
The 19-year-old has made 11 appearances in the Serie A this season and his performances have attracted plenty of interest .
Inter Milan , Napoli , RB Leipzig and Atalanta all want the youngster if reports are to be believed and Tuttomercatoweb claim United have joined his list of suitors .
The Albania international is under contract with his current employers until 2022 .

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Manchester United will battle Arsenal and Tottenham in the race to sign Barcelona defender Samuel Umtiti - according to reports.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is open to making signings during the January transfer window and the need for a defender has emerged with Harry Maguire expected to miss the next few fixtures due to injury.
MEN understand the Reds are exploring a possibility of a loan signing this month to cope with Maguire's potential absence as Phil Jones and Eric Bailly have also struggled for fitness in recent months.
Spanish outlet El Desmarque claim that United have joined the race to sign Umtiti as the Frenchman is currently out of favour under Ernesto Valverde.
Umtiti, 26, was once considered one of the world's most promising defenders after impressing for Lyon but a series of knee problems during his time at Barcelona has hampered his progress.
Having made just four La Liga starts, the report claims Barcelona are willing to cash in on the World Cup winner with United, Arsenal and Spurs all looking to land his signature.
Unless Umtiti is available for a knockdown price, it's difficult to see United authorising a deal for a player with a history of fitness problems and who is unlikely to usurp Maguire once the England international is fully fit.
Elsewhere, reports suggest Manchester United's search for a new striker has led them to Napoli star Arkadiusz Milik.
The 25-year-old has impressed for the Italian side this season, netting ten goals in just 12 appearances, and would be seen as an alternative to Erling Haaland as per The Sun.
Napoli value the player at £60million but the Poland international has just 18 months remaining on his contract.
United's reported pursuit of Milik could be boosted by the fact the forward supports the club.
He said back in 2012: "My dream is to play in this club. I’m a Red Devil supporter, that’s why I’d love to play in the team at Old Trafford one day."
Milik could prove to be an excellent addition but the price tag should be baulked at by United. With Anthony Martial likely to remain first-choice forward, paying such a fee for an injury prone player wouldn't make much sense.
Finally, the Reds have been linked with a move for Hellas Verona defender Marash Kumballa as per reports in Italy.
The 19-year-old has made 11 appearances in the Serie A this season and his performances have attracted plenty of interest.
Inter Milan, Napoli, RB Leipzig and Atalanta all want the youngster if reports are to be believed and Tuttomercatoweb claim United have joined his list of suitors.
The Albania international is under contract with his current employers until 2022.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--Police hunting man stabbed after he tried to rape woman release picture of man they want to question

Police hunting a man who was stabbed after attempting to rape a woman in Rochdale have released a picture of a person they want to speak to .
Stephen David Hastie , 32 , from Middleton , is wanted by detectives after a woman was assaulted along the Rochdale canal on Monday 6 January , 2020 .
The victim , in her 50s , was walking her dog alone by Bluepits Mill in Castleton at around 6.20pm , when she was approached by a man with a knife .
Detectives have now revealed the man attempted to rape her .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ struggle ' in which the attacker was stabbed .
The man was initially detained by a group of men walking nearby , but managed to flee and ran off towards the Blue Pits pub .
It is thought he may require 'urgent medical attention . '
The woman suffered minor injuries and is continuing to be supported by officers .
Greater Manchester Police have released an image of Stephen Hastie , who they want to speak to in connection with the attack .
Anyone with any information about Hastie ’ s whereabouts should @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or 101 quoting incident number 2372 of 06/01/2020 .
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Police hunting a man who was stabbed after attempting to rape a woman in Rochdale have released a picture of a person they want to speak to.
Stephen David Hastie, 32, from Middleton, is wanted by detectives after a woman was assaulted along the Rochdale canal on Monday 6 January, 2020.
The victim, in her 50s, was walking her dog alone by Bluepits Mill in Castleton at around 6.20pm, when she was approached by a man with a knife.
Detectives have now revealed the man attempted to rape her.
They believe the pair had a 'brief struggle' in which the attacker was stabbed.
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The man was initially detained by a group of men walking nearby, but managed to flee and ran off towards the Blue Pits pub.
It is thought he may require 'urgent medical attention.'
The woman suffered minor injuries and is continuing to be supported by officers.
Greater Manchester Police have released an image of Stephen Hastie, who they want to speak to in connection with the attack.
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Anyone with any information about Hastie’s whereabouts should contact police immediately on 0161 856 8635 or 101 quoting incident number 2372 of 06/01/2020.
Details can be passed anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--Manchester lecturer drowned in the sea off Welsh beach while trying to save son, 6, during family ho

Manchester lecturer drowned in the sea off Welsh beach while trying to save son, 6, during family holiday, inquest hears

A dad who tried to rescue his young son when he got into difficulty while playing in the sea on holiday tragically drowned , an inquest heard .
University of Manchester lecturer Dr James Lincoln was at Borth y Gest beach near Porthmadog in North Wales celebrating his birthday on August 5 last year .
The 45-year-old , from Stretford , Trafford , was in the water with his son , Sam , six ; and daughter , 12 .
Sam got into difficulty in an estuary , before Dr Lincoln attempted to rescue him .
Dr Lincoln swallowed water @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Ysbyty Gwynedd hospital in Bangor , but was pronounced dead on arrival , NorthWalesLive reports .
The inquest , held in Caernarfon today ( Thursday ) , heard Dr Lincoln and his son were dragged by the current to the next bay .
The child was pulled from the water by John Spragg and his brother-in-law Jonathan Cornes , who watched the incident unfold .
The child clung onto his unconscious father before being rescued .
Dr Lincoln , an economics lecturer , was then pulled out of the water .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Spragg and Mr Cornes tried to revive him for around 45 minutes before help arrived .
Giving evidence , Mr Spragg spoke of the moment he saw the young boy being carried away by the current .
`` I was about 15 metres away , but I could n't have swam as quickly as he was being washed away , '' he said .
`` I followed him down the sand bank and was able to run along at the same speed .
`` I told him to swim to the side and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` I got to within about five metres of him before my brother-in-law dived in and swam out to him and pulled him in . ''
He added : `` I 've always know that area as 'Danger Rock ' . ''
Giving evidence , Dr Lincoln 's mother Rosemary Segger , who spent the day at beach with her son and grandchildren , said her son called for help after getting into the sea .
`` I never saw him after that , '' she said .
`` James was a very @ @ @ @ @ @ @ healthy and fit man .
I 've asked myself for the last six months why he could n't swim back . ''
North Wales ' senior coroner Dewi Pritchard Jones said the cause of death was drowning .
`` James was able to swim , he could have survived this but unfortunately , in rescuing Sam , he drowned , '' he said .
`` It was only when Sam was brought to shore that it was realised he was holding onto his father .
`` He has swallowed water and has died @ @ @ @ @ @ @ paid tribute to the 'passionate and inspiring lecturer ' following his death .
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A dad who tried to rescue his young son when he got into difficulty while playing in the sea on holiday tragically drowned, an inquest heard.
University of Manchester lecturer Dr James Lincoln was at Borth y Gest beach near Porthmadog in North Wales celebrating his birthday on August 5 last year.
The 45-year-old, from Stretford, Trafford, was in the water with his son, Sam, six; and daughter, 12.
Sam got into difficulty in an estuary, before Dr Lincoln attempted to rescue him. Dr Lincoln swallowed water and lost conciousness.
He was airlifted to Ysbyty Gwynedd hospital in Bangor, but was pronounced dead on arrival, NorthWalesLive reports.
The inquest, held in Caernarfon today (Thursday), heard Dr Lincoln and his son were dragged by the current to the next bay.
The child was pulled from the water by John Spragg and his brother-in-law Jonathan Cornes, who watched the incident unfold.
(Image: North Wales Live)
The child clung onto his unconscious father before being rescued.
Dr Lincoln, an economics lecturer, was then pulled out of the water. He showed no signs of life.
Mr Spragg and Mr Cornes tried to revive him for around 45 minutes before help arrived.
Giving evidence, Mr Spragg spoke of the moment he saw the young boy being carried away by the current.
"I was about 15 metres away, but I couldn't have swam as quickly as he was being washed away," he said.
"I followed him down the sand bank and was able to run along at the same speed.
"I told him to swim to the side and he did exactly as I said.
"I got to within about five metres of him before my brother-in-law dived in and swam out to him and pulled him in."
He added: "I've always know that area as 'Danger Rock'."
Giving evidence, Dr Lincoln's mother Rosemary Segger, who spent the day at beach with her son and grandchildren, said her son called for help after getting into the sea.
"I never saw him after that," she said.
"James was a very strong swimmer. He was a very healthy and fit man. I've asked myself for the last six months why he couldn't swim back."
North Wales' senior coroner Dewi Pritchard Jones said the cause of death was drowning.
"James was able to swim, he could have survived this but unfortunately, in rescuing Sam, he drowned," he said.
"It was only when Sam was brought to shore that it was realised he was holding onto his father.
"He has swallowed water and has died as a result."
The university paid tribute to the 'passionate and inspiring lecturer' following his death.
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--Man City 'ready to offer €45m' for Juventus defender Merih Demiral and more rumours

Manchester City are ready to make an offer for Juventus defender Merih Demiral , reports in Turkey say .
City have had well-publicised problems at centre-back this season after opting not to replace outgoing captain Vincent Kompany over the summer .
The situation was not helped by Aymeric Laporte 's long term injury and spells out of the side for John Stones and Nicolas Otamendi .
Now , Turkish outlet Sabah ( via SportWitness ) claim Pep Guardiola has told City to make an offer for Demiral , 21 , after becoming 'crazy ' about the Juventus man .
Demiral @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ligt in recent weeks , and is apparently attracting interest from Manchester United , Leicester and Arsenal .
The report says City will offer €45m ( £38m ) for Demiral , but a move would not necessarily be completed in January .
Meanwhile , despite confirming they wo n't try to sign Leroy Sane this month , Bayern Munich still want to sign Man City full back Joao Cancelo on loan .
That is according to BildSport , who claim Bayern want to sign Cancelo on loan but City are only interested in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ found game time limited since joining from Valencia in the summer , and found himself back on the bench after starting two consecutive games since the start of the year .
Finally , the father of Flamengo wonderkid Reinier has visited the club ’ s facilities - according to reports .
The midfielder has been linked with City after scoring six goals in his breakthrough season last year .
AS suggest Reinier ’ s father visited the City training ground amid interest from Liverpool , PSG , Everton and Borussia Dortmund .
Nevertheless @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the front-runners for his signature .

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Manchester City are ready to make an offer for Juventus defender Merih Demiral, reports in Turkey say.
City have had well-publicised problems at centre-back this season after opting not to replace outgoing captain Vincent Kompany over the summer. The situation was not helped by Aymeric Laporte's long term injury and spells out of the side for John Stones and Nicolas Otamendi.
Now, Turkish outlet Sabah (via SportWitness) claim Pep Guardiola has told City to make an offer for Demiral, 21, after becoming 'crazy' about the Juventus man.
Demiral has been starting ahead of Matthijs de Ligt in recent weeks, and is apparently attracting interest from Manchester United, Leicester and Arsenal.
The report says City will offer €45m (£38m) for Demiral, but a move would not necessarily be completed in January.
Meanwhile, despite confirming they won't try to sign Leroy Sane this month, Bayern Munich still want to sign Man City full back Joao Cancelo on loan.
That is according to BildSport, who claim Bayern want to sign Cancelo on loan but City are only interested in a permanent deal.
The Portuguese has found game time limited since joining from Valencia in the summer, and found himself back on the bench after starting two consecutive games since the start of the year.
Finally, the father of Flamengo wonderkid Reinier has visited the club’s facilities - according to reports.
The midfielder has been linked with City after scoring six goals in his breakthrough season last year.
AS suggest Reinier’s father visited the City training ground amid interest from Liverpool, PSG, Everton and Borussia Dortmund. Nevertheless, Real Madrid are believed to be the front-runners for his signature.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--Transformers, Batmobiles, Ghostbusters Ecto-1 and more are coming to Bolton Arena

Vehicles made famous on the big screen are driving into town this spring .
From Fred Flintstone 's car and Magnum P.I .
's red Ferrari , to Transformers Optimus Prime and Bumblebee , dozens of cars and vans will feature in the event at Bolton Arena .
Stars and Cars is here for one day only , on Sunday , April 5 , giving visitors the chance to sit in and have their photos taken with some of their favourite vehicles .
Multiple Piston Cup winner Lightning McQueen is among the line-up , as is the Ghostbusters Ecto-1 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ van .
Most of the vehicles are replicas , but there 'll be two that were actually used on screen , including Mr Bean 's car and the unmistakable Fiat Cinquecento featured in the popular TV series The Inbetweeners .
Bumblebee will be there in his classic Camaro disguise , but will also be there in his 7ft+ robot form to have photos taken with his fans .
Every penny from the event goes to Derian House Children 's Hospice in Chorley and it will also feature stars of the screen who are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ line-up includes Shameless actress Rebecca Atkinson , Sheila Reid who plays Madge in Benidorm , actress Jill Halfpenny and Gladiators Jet and Saracen .
The event , which runs from 11am to 4pm , is organised by Derian House community fundraiser Mick Croskery and hospice ambassador Colin Wilby .
`` Our event started off as a small affair raising funds for local charities , but has gradually grown into the largest event of its type in the country , '' said Mick .
`` It now attracts thousands of movie and TV fans @ @ @ @ @ @ @ House Children 's Hospice .
`` Every penny of our profit goes to helping children in our area with life-limiting or life-shortening conditions .
`` We put our success down to the fact that families can come and enjoy a day out and also give something back to our community in Derian House . ''
Mick says it 's down to the individual car owners as to whether they let people sit inside , but many of them do and people can still have photos taken standing near the ones that do n't @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cost £10 for children 11 plus and adults , £6 for children aged four to 10 , or £25 for a family , plus booking fees of 45p per ticket .
Children three and under free but require a 'tiny tot ' ticket .
You can pay extra for 'Back In Time ' tickets , giving you access to the arena from 10am , an hour before the official opening time .
These cost £16 for 11s and over , £8 for children or £41 for a family .
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For £10 you get a digital professional photo for up to two people , with printed copies available for an extra cost .
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Vehicles made famous on the big screen are driving into town this spring.
From Fred Flintstone's car and Magnum P.I.'s red Ferrari, to Transformers Optimus Prime and Bumblebee, dozens of cars and vans will feature in the event at Bolton Arena.
Stars and Cars is here for one day only, on Sunday, April 5, giving visitors the chance to sit in and have their photos taken with some of their favourite vehicles.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Multiple Piston Cup winner Lightning McQueen is among the line-up, as is the Ghostbusters Ecto-1, James Bond cars and the much-loved A-Team van.
Most of the vehicles are replicas, but there'll be two that were actually used on screen, including Mr Bean's car and the unmistakable Fiat Cinquecento featured in the popular TV series The Inbetweeners.
Bumblebee will be there in his classic Camaro disguise, but will also be there in his 7ft+ robot form to have photos taken with his fans.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Every penny from the event goes to Derian House Children's Hospice in Chorley and it will also feature stars of the screen who are there to support the cause.
The line-up includes Shameless actress Rebecca Atkinson, Sheila Reid who plays Madge in Benidorm, actress Jill Halfpenny and Gladiators Jet and Saracen.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
The event, which runs from 11am to 4pm, is organised by Derian House community fundraiser Mick Croskery and hospice ambassador Colin Wilby.
"Our event started off as a small affair raising funds for local charities, but has gradually grown into the largest event of its type in the country," said Mick.
"It now attracts thousands of movie and TV fans and raises thousands of pounds for Derian House Children's Hospice.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
"Every penny of our profit goes to helping children in our area with life-limiting or life-shortening conditions.
"We put our success down to the fact that families can come and enjoy a day out and also give something back to our community in Derian House."
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Mick says it's down to the individual car owners as to whether they let people sit inside, but many of them do and people can still have photos taken standing near the ones that don't.
Tickets can be booked online and cost £10 for children 11 plus and adults, £6 for children aged four to 10, or £25 for a family, plus booking fees of 45p per ticket.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Children three and under free but require a 'tiny tot' ticket.
You can pay extra for 'Back In Time' tickets, giving you access to the arena from 10am, an hour before the official opening time.
These cost £16 for 11s and over, £8 for children or £41 for a family.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
A number of photoshoots are also available with Jet and Saracen from Gladiators and with 89 Batmobile.
For £10 you get a digital professional photo for up to two people, with printed copies available for an extra cost.
See the website or Facebook page to find out more.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--Are you a January baby? Research shows people will spend less on your birthday

People born in January may have already speculated that their friends and family have spent less on them compared to those born in other months .
Well , now it 's official .
According to research by money.co.uk , people with January birthdays will lose out by up to £1,120.11 of gifts over their lifetime .
The figure comes following the prediction that UK adults are set to spend almost £26billion on birthday presents in 2020 - meaning each one of us will fork out £392 on celebrating loved-ones this year alone .
But the banking experts have said one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( 34 % - £13.82 ) less on birthday gifts in January than the rest of the year .
The most money is spent on partners at £91 , followed by children ( £72 ) and parents ( £45 ) .
The data also revealed Brits do in fact have a favourite parent , with people on average spending 16 per cent ( £6.78 ) more on their mums than they spend on their dads .
But why do people skimp in January ?
Salman Haqqi , personal finance expert at money.co.uk commented @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Christmas , for many people January is a time for getting back in control of their money .
`` This often involves reigning in spending on purchases such as gifts , activities and nights out , which may leave those born in January feeling a little left out .
`` However , birthdays aren ’ t the only gifting occasions people have to budget for .
There are also traditional occasions such as weddings , christenings and anniversaries , as well as more modern celebrations that are growing in popularity , such as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reveal parties , job anniversaries and promotions .
`` It all adds up to a lot of expenditure that people really need to create a plan and budget for . ''
To help people benchmark and manage their spending on gifts , money.co.uk has created the Gifting Index calculator , which provides a breakdown of what people are typically spending on different occasions , plus a budgeting tool to help them plan out their annual gifting spending .
Salman added : `` Having visibility of the amount you ’ re likely to spend @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a great way for people to effectively manage their money and take a pro-active approach to budgeting . ''
If you 're born in January and feel the crunch each year , then let us know in the comments .

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People born in January may have already speculated that their friends and family have spent less on them compared to those born in other months.
Well, now it's official.
According to research by money.co.uk , people with January birthdays will lose out by up to £1,120.11 of gifts over their lifetime.
The figure comes following the prediction that UK adults are set to spend almost £26billion on birthday presents in 2020 - meaning each one of us will fork out £392 on celebrating loved-ones this year alone.
But the banking experts have said one in 10 admit to spending a third (34% - £13.82) less on birthday gifts in January than the rest of the year.
The most money is spent on partners at £91, followed by children (£72) and parents (£45).
The data also revealed Brits do in fact have a favourite parent, with people on average spending 16 per cent (£6.78) more on their mums than they spend on their dads.
(Image: Getty Images)
But why do people skimp in January?
Salman Haqqi, personal finance expert at money.co.uk commented: "After the financial excesses of Christmas, for many people January is a time for getting back in control of their money.
"This often involves reigning in spending on purchases such as gifts, activities and nights out, which may leave those born in January feeling a little left out.
"However, birthdays aren’t the only gifting occasions people have to budget for. There are also traditional occasions such as weddings, christenings and anniversaries, as well as more modern celebrations that are growing in popularity, such as engagement parties, baby showers, gender reveal parties, job anniversaries and promotions.
"It all adds up to a lot of expenditure that people really need to create a plan and budget for."
To help people benchmark and manage their spending on gifts, money.co.uk has created the Gifting Index calculator, which provides a breakdown of what people are typically spending on different occasions, plus a budgeting tool to help them plan out their annual gifting spending.
Salman added: "Having visibility of the amount you’re likely to spend over the course of the year is a great way for people to effectively manage their money and take a pro-active approach to budgeting."
If you're born in January and feel the crunch each year, then let us know in the comments.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-09--Former Manchester United man makes Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Sir Alex Ferguson comparison

Former Manchester United goalkeeper Mark Bosnich believes that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is trying a similar approach at Old Trafford to the club 's legendary boss Sir Alex Ferguson .
United suffered defeat to Manchester City on Tuesday in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final and have faced plenty of criticism following the result at Old Trafford .
However , while Bosnich made it clear changes in the squad are needed , he identified that Solskjaer has a plan in place that is trying to emulate Ferguson 's reign .
`` There are players all over that squad - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ naming and shaming - who are just not up to it .
If you have a look at the team the other night , it 's a young side and he 's obviously gone for a young side , looking towards the future , '' he told Sky Sports News .
`` That 's reliant on the patience of the supporters - they may or may not come good within two years .
He 's doing something very similar to what Sir Alex Ferguson did when he was there .
He had that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ brought through the youth system .
`` But let 's not forget that before that , Sir Alex Ferguson was given a lot of time before he won his first major trophy .
I do n't think people these days have that kind of patience .
`` I think , especially after the result and performance the other night , he 's got no other option but to go and strengthen that squad . ''

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Former Manchester United goalkeeper Mark Bosnich believes that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is trying a similar approach at Old Trafford to the club's legendary boss Sir Alex Ferguson.
United suffered defeat to Manchester City on Tuesday in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final and have faced plenty of criticism following the result at Old Trafford.
However, while Bosnich made it clear changes in the squad are needed, he identified that Solskjaer has a plan in place that is trying to emulate Ferguson's reign.
"There are players all over that squad - there's no need to get into naming and shaming - who are just not up to it. If you have a look at the team the other night, it's a young side and he's obviously gone for a young side, looking towards the future," he told Sky Sports News.
"That's reliant on the patience of the supporters - they may or may not come good within two years. He's doing something very similar to what Sir Alex Ferguson did when he was there. He had that excellent bunch of young players that he brought through the youth system.
"But let's not forget that before that, Sir Alex Ferguson was given a lot of time before he won his first major trophy. I don't think people these days have that kind of patience.
"I think, especially after the result and performance the other night, he's got no other option but to go and strengthen that squad."