themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Flames tear through vehicles during early hours blaze at scrapyard

Flames tore through vehicles during an early hours blaze at a scrapyard in Wigan .
The fire service say “ around 400 vehicles ” are involved in the incident at the Kirkless Industrial Estate in Aspull , Wigan .
The blaze started just before 5.45am on Saturday morning ( November 14 ) .
Eight crews were scrambled from across the region to tackle the flames , which had taken hold at a scrapyard .
Firefighters are still working to control the fire , more than seven hours later .
Residents have been asked to avoid the area and close their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ billowing out from the site .
The cause of the fire will not be known until the scene is made safe and fire investigators can assess the area .
Station Manager Andy Hardman said : “ Our crews continue to work extremely hard to extinguish this fire .
“ They have made excellent progress this morning and have now scaled back the incident significantly .
`` We would like to thank residents for their cooperation so far and to please continue to keep their windows and doors closed .
`` I 'd like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of crews who have been fighting this fire this morning.
” Firefighters are expected to remain at the scene for much of the day while they work to ensure the fire is fully extinguished .
At its height , crews needed six jets , one spray plate and specialist appliances - the Stinger and the Scorpion - to fight the fire involving around 400 vehicles .
The incident is now in the process of being scaled back , but three fire engines , an aerial appliance and the Scorpion remain at the scene @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and other partners to minimise the impact for residents .
A Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service ( GMFRS ) spokesperson confirmed details of the incident .
They said : “ We were called to reports of a fire at 5.45am on the 14th November and were quickly on the scene .
“ Firefighters from Wigan , Leigh , Atherton , Salford , Bolton , Stockport and Rochdale are tackling the blaze using six jets and one spray plate as well as specialist appliances ; the Stinger and the Scorpion to fight the @ @ @ @ @ @ @

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Flames tore through vehicles during an early hours blaze at a scrapyard in Wigan.
The fire service say “around 400 vehicles” are involved in the incident at the Kirkless Industrial Estate in Aspull, Wigan.
The blaze started just before 5.45am on Saturday morning (November 14).
(Image: GMFRS)
Eight crews were scrambled from across the region to tackle the flames, which had taken hold at a scrapyard.
Firefighters are still working to control the fire, more than seven hours later.
Residents have been asked to avoid the area and close their windows and doors as smoke has been billowing out from the site.
The cause of the fire will not be known until the scene is made safe and fire investigators can assess the area.
(Image: GMFRS)
Station Manager Andy Hardman said: “Our crews continue to work extremely hard to extinguish this fire.
“They have made excellent progress this morning and have now scaled back the incident significantly.
(Image: GMFRS)
"We would like to thank residents for their cooperation so far and to please continue to keep their windows and doors closed.
"I'd like to praise the hard work of all of crews who have been fighting this fire this morning.”
Firefighters are expected to remain at the scene for much of the day while they work to ensure the fire is fully extinguished.
At its height, crews needed six jets, one spray plate and specialist appliances - the Stinger and the Scorpion - to fight the fire involving around 400 vehicles.
(Image: GMFRS)
The incident is now in the process of being scaled back, but three fire engines, an aerial appliance and the Scorpion remain at the scene.
GMFRS are working with Wigan Council and other partners to minimise the impact for residents.
(Image: GMFRS)
A Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) spokesperson confirmed details of the incident.
They said: “We were called to reports of a fire at 5.45am on the 14th November and were quickly on the scene.
“Firefighters from Wigan, Leigh, Atherton, Salford, Bolton, Stockport and Rochdale are tackling the blaze using six jets and one spray plate as well as specialist appliances; the Stinger and the Scorpion to fight the fire involving around 400 vehicles.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Man charged in connection with death Heywood businessman after burglary report

A man from Lincoln has been charged in connection with the death of a man in Heywood .
Peter Cordwell , 48 , a father-of-three , is believed to have suffered a medical episode following an incident at Collop Gate Farm last month when police were called to reports of a burglary .
He was treated by paramedics at the scene but died later .
In a statement Greater Manchester Police said today : `` Ahman Mirza , 35 , of Norris Street , Lincoln has been charged with three counts of attempted section 18 wounding with intent to cause @ @ @ @ @ @ @ violent disorder and one count of possession of an offensive weapon .
`` He is due to appear at Lincoln Magistrates ' Court today ( Saturday 14 November 2020 ) .
`` At around 11.15pm on Wednesday 28 October , police were called to reports of a burglary at units off Manchester Road , Heywood .
`` Officers attended and found a man - one of the owners - had suffered what is believed to have been a medical episode and died a short time later .
`` Anyone with information should contact @ @ @ @ @ @ @ number 3023 of 28/10/2020 .
Alternatively details can be passed on anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 . ''
Hundreds of tributes were paid to Mr Cordwell , known affectionately as `` Creamy '' .
He was Director of Spodden Mill Ltd in Heywood according to Companies House and a former Director of PGC Demolition .
He was one of the owners of the farm on Manchester Road where he died .

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A man from Lincoln has been charged in connection with the death of a man in Heywood.
Peter Cordwell, 48, a father-of-three, is believed to have suffered a medical episode following an incident at Collop Gate Farm last month when police were called to reports of a burglary.
He was treated by paramedics at the scene but died later.
In a statement Greater Manchester Police said today: "Ahman Mirza, 35, of Norris Street, Lincoln has been charged with three counts of attempted section 18 wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, one count of violent disorder and one count of possession of an offensive weapon.
(Image: MEN)
"He is due to appear at Lincoln Magistrates' Court today (Saturday 14 November 2020).
"At around 11.15pm on Wednesday 28 October, police were called to reports of a burglary at units off Manchester Road, Heywood.
"Officers attended and found a man - one of the owners - had suffered what is believed to have been a medical episode and died a short time later.
"Anyone with information should contact police on 0161 856 8581 quoting incident number 3023 of 28/10/2020. Alternatively details can be passed on anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
Hundreds of tributes were paid to Mr Cordwell, known affectionately as "Creamy".
He was Director of Spodden Mill Ltd in Heywood according to Companies House and a former Director of PGC Demolition.
He was one of the owners of the farm on Manchester Road where he died.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--The six Great Northerners shortlisted for inclusion in honorary artwork

Since 2017 , an exhibition at Great Northern has asked visitors to vote for who they believe is an inspirational local figure from the black and ethnic minority community .
The most-voted figures will be immortalised in new artwork to be created by artist Stanley Chow , which will be permanently housed at the Deansgate venue .
The votes have now been whittled down to a shortlist of six , including footballer Marcus Rashford , poet Lemn Sissay and Olympian athlete Diane Modahl MBE , with the top four being featured in artwork to be unveiled later this year .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ incredible work from minority backgrounds and was inspired by a need to do more to tackle anti-racism and anti-discrimination .
“ We want to celebrate Mancunians from black and ethnic minority backgrounds , whether they are making their mark in our city today , or have significantly contributed towards the city ’ s diverse history in sports , music , politics and education , ” Mark Schofield , Centre Director at Great Northern , said .
“ Following events worldwide this year , we embarked on a journey of learning around anti-racism and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deeper way how important it is for diversity to be visible .
“ As we proudly celebrate Great Northerners in and around our building , we want to ensure that the diversity of our region is rightly represented on our walls all year round.
” To help you decide who to cast your vote on , we 've looked at some of the incredible achievements from the six shortlisted Great Northerners .
`` To see change you have to be a part of it . ''
Peace activist Dr Erinma Bell was born @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been recognised for her work tackling gun and knife crime in the area .
In 2002 , Erinma and her husband Raymond witnessed a close friend being shot and injured in front of them .
The shock incident encouraged the pair to set up CARISMA ( Community Alliance for Renewal , Inner South Manchester Area ) , a grassroots charity helping young people step away from crime and focusing on education and training instead .
In 2008 , the charity set up the OSBA ’ s ( Outstanding Social Behaviour Awards ) to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ contribution to their local community .
Dr Erinma was honoured in 2017 with a sculpture of herself made out of 50 lethal firearms seized by police or surrendered during gun amnesty ’ s .
The sculpture , designed by Karen Lyons , is housed in Manchester town hall ’ s sculpture hall and was the first-ever sculpture of a woman to appear in the building .
At the unveiling , Erinma said the sculpture was a ‘ symbol of hope , aspiration and peace ’ .
`` Gun crime is not completely eradicated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ However working with people to better their lives and their communities and provide positive role models to their children secures a better future for all of our future generations to come.
” Born in Saint Lucia in 1915 , Sir William Arthur Lewis was awarded the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economics in 1979 alongside Theodore Schultz .
At the age of 18 , Sir Arthur moved to London to attend the London School of Economics and became the first ever black student to enrol at the school at the time .
After @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ph.D. degree , he began working at the school until 1948 when he became a lecturer at the University of Manchester .
The same year he was appointed to the Chair of the university and became Britain ’ s first black professor in the process .
During his time in Manchester , Sir Arthur published articles on development and growth economics which would later lead to his Nobel Prize award .
In 1957 , he decided to leave Manchester in order to become the economic adviser for the newly-independent Ghana .
Sir Arthur @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in 1963 and moved to Princeton University the same year where he was appointed as professor .
Read more of today 's stories here He died in Barbados in 1991 but his legacy continues today .
Opened in 2007 , the University of Manchester ’ s Arthur Lewis Building houses the School of Social Sciences and the School of Environment , Education and Development .
His portrait also features on the Eastern Caribbean $ 100 bill opposite Queen Elizabeth II .
Born to Jamaican parents in 1966 , middle distance runner Diane Modahl @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Britain at four Olympic Games between 1988 and 2000 .
At the age of 20 , Diane not only won the annual track and field AAA Championships title but also took home the silver medal at the 1986 Commonwealth Games after completing the 800m with a time of 2:01.12 .
In 1990 , Diane once again took home a Commonwealth Games medal winning gold in the 800m with a time of 2:00.25 .
Later that year , she broke the English record in the 800m during the Bislett Games in Oslo with a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her career and still recognised as the seventh best on the UK all-time list .
In 1993 , Diane was recognised for the best season of her career having consistently ran below two minutes during multiple 800m events .
Following a drug scandal , where she was eventually deemed innocent of all charges , Diane returned to competition a few years later and represented England at the 1998 Commonwealth Games in Kuala Lumpur , winning a bronze medal in the 800m .
Since retiring from sport in 2002 , Diane has become a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ chairs Greater Manchester 's new Young Person ’ ssk Forc Tae , challenging how the COVID-19 crisis is impacting young people in the city .
She also co-founded the Diane Modahl Sports Foundation which helps young people start a career in athletic coaching and was appointed an MBE as part of the Queen ’ s Birthday 2018 Honours List .
`` Reach for the top of the tree and you may get to the first branch but reach for the stars and you 'll get to the top of the tree.
” Born @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is an English author and perhaps best-known for his poetry .
He has written a number of books and plays , including Rebel Without Applause and Refugee Boy .
He is a patron of Manchester 's ALL FM 96.9 Community Radio and theatre company 20 Stories High , based in Toxteth , Liverpool , and also sits on the board of trustees for the Foundling Museum in London .
He was appointed a MBE in 2010 and was given the title of official poet at the 2012 London Olympics .
Since 2015 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Manchester and has used the position to launch a bursary aimed at increasing the number of black men in law and criminal justice .
In 2017 , Lemn staged a one-off show based around the psychologist reports made during his early life as he navigated through foster homes and social services .
Born in October 1997 , footballer Marcus Rashford is the youngest person on the shortlist but has still managed to make plenty of achievements in his 23 years .
Raised in Wythenshawe , Marcus started his football career at Fletcher @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and joined Manchester United 's academy at seven .
In February 2016 , he made his debut in Manchester United 's starting line-up for the UEFA Europa League .
Marcus became the youngest English football player to score in his first senior international match when he debuted on the England team in May 2016 and was also the youngest player to play during the UEFA Euro in 2016 .
In 2020 , Marcus received national recognition for his fight against homelessness and child food poverty .
During the summer , he raised over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would be receiving free meals at school but were at home due to the lockdown .
Thanks to an open letter he wrote to the government , it was decided that free school meals would be extended to children during the summer holidays .
Following another petition by the footballer , which received more than a million signatures , the government announced it would spend more than £400m to support disadvantaged families in England as part of a winter grant scheme .
Marcus was appointed an MBE in October 2020 for his efforts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a young black man from Wythenshawe , never did I think I would be accepting an MBE , never mind an MBE at the age of 22 , '' Marcus said at the time .
`` The fight to protect our most vulnerable children is far from over , ” he added .
English professional light-heavyweight boxer Phil Martin was born in 1950 in Moss Side and continues to play a key role in the area , more than 25 years after his untimely death .
During his boxing career , Phil won @ @ @ @ @ @ @ most pivotal moment in his career came in 1975 when he beat former British Light Heavyweight Champion Gypsy Johnny Frankham over 10 rounds during a match in Belle Vue .
At the age of 28 , Phil retired from boxing in 1978 but continued to play an active role in the sport by coaching numerous boxers to victory .
Throughout his career , he guided the likes of Tony Ekubia , Frank Grant , Maurice Core , Ossie Maddix and Ensley 'Bingo ' Bingham to British European and Commonwealth title contests .
Following @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 1994 , his Moss Side training ground The Champ Camp Gym was renamed in his honour and continues to train up rising boxing talent today .
Click here to vote for your favourite Great Northerner .
Voting closes on November 15 .
For more information on Great Northern , click here .

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Since 2017, an exhibition at Great Northern has asked visitors to vote for who they believe is an inspirational local figure from the black and ethnic minority community.
The most-voted figures will be immortalised in new artwork to be created by artist Stanley Chow, which will be permanently housed at the Deansgate venue.
The votes have now been whittled down to a shortlist of six, including footballer Marcus Rashford, poet Lemn Sissay and Olympian athlete Diane Modahl MBE, with the top four being featured in artwork to be unveiled later this year.
The campaign was created to highlight the incredible work from minority backgrounds and was inspired by a need to do more to tackle anti-racism and anti-discrimination.
“We want to celebrate Mancunians from black and ethnic minority backgrounds, whether they are making their mark in our city today, or have significantly contributed towards the city’s diverse history in sports, music, politics and education,” Mark Schofield, Centre Director at Great Northern, said.
“Following events worldwide this year, we embarked on a journey of learning around anti-racism and anti-discrimination. We are learning in a deeper way how important it is for diversity to be visible.
“As we proudly celebrate Great Northerners in and around our building, we want to ensure that the diversity of our region is rightly represented on our walls all year round.”
To help you decide who to cast your vote on, we've looked at some of the incredible achievements from the six shortlisted Great Northerners.
Dr Erinma Bell
"To see change you have to be a part of it."
Peace activist Dr Erinma Bell was born in Moss Side in 1964 and has been recognised for her work tackling gun and knife crime in the area.
In 2002, Erinma and her husband Raymond witnessed a close friend being shot and injured in front of them.
The shock incident encouraged the pair to set up CARISMA (Community Alliance for Renewal, Inner South Manchester Area), a grassroots charity helping young people step away from crime and focusing on education and training instead.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
In 2008, the charity set up the OSBA’s (Outstanding Social Behaviour Awards) to celebrate people who are making a positive contribution to their local community.
Dr Erinma was honoured in 2017 with a sculpture of herself made out of 50 lethal firearms seized by police or surrendered during gun amnesty’s.
The sculpture, designed by Karen Lyons, is housed in Manchester town hall’s sculpture hall and was the first-ever sculpture of a woman to appear in the building.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
At the unveiling, Erinma said the sculpture was a ‘symbol of hope, aspiration and peace’.
"Gun crime is not completely eradicated,” the peace activist said.
“However working with people to better their lives and their communities and provide positive role models to their children secures a better future for all of our future generations to come.”
Sir Arthur Lewis
Born in Saint Lucia in 1915, Sir William Arthur Lewis was awarded the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economics in 1979 alongside Theodore Schultz.
At the age of 18, Sir Arthur moved to London to attend the London School of Economics and became the first ever black student to enrol at the school at the time.
(Image: Nobel Foundation)
After earning a Bachelor of Science and a Ph.D. degree, he began working at the school until 1948 when he became a lecturer at the University of Manchester.
The same year he was appointed to the Chair of the university and became Britain’s first black professor in the process.
During his time in Manchester, Sir Arthur published articles on development and growth economics which would later lead to his Nobel Prize award.
In 1957, he decided to leave Manchester in order to become the economic adviser for the newly-independent Ghana.
Sir Arthur was knighted for his contributions to economics in 1963 and moved to Princeton University the same year where he was appointed as professor.
He died in Barbados in 1991 but his legacy continues today. Opened in 2007, the University of Manchester’s Arthur Lewis Building houses the School of Social Sciences and the School of Environment, Education and Development.
His portrait also features on the Eastern Caribbean $100 bill opposite Queen Elizabeth II.
Diane Modahl MBE
Born to Jamaican parents in 1966, middle distance runner Diane Modahl grew up in Longsight and represented Great Britain at four Olympic Games between 1988 and 2000.
At the age of 20, Diane not only won the annual track and field AAA Championships title but also took home the silver medal at the 1986 Commonwealth Games after completing the 800m with a time of 2:01.12.
(Image: MEN UGC)
In 1990, Diane once again took home a Commonwealth Games medal winning gold in the 800m with a time of 2:00.25.
Later that year, she broke the English record in the 800m during the Bislett Games in Oslo with a time of 1:58.65 - the best of her career and still recognised as the seventh best on the UK all-time list.
In 1993, Diane was recognised for the best season of her career having consistently ran below two minutes during multiple 800m events.
Following a drug scandal, where she was eventually deemed innocent of all charges, Diane returned to competition a few years later and represented England at the 1998 Commonwealth Games in Kuala Lumpur, winning a bronze medal in the 800m.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Since retiring from sport in 2002, Diane has become a non-executive board member at NHS Manchester and chairs Greater Manchester's new Young Person’ssk Forc Tae, challenging how the COVID-19 crisis is impacting young people in the city.
She also co-founded the Diane Modahl Sports Foundation which helps young people start a career in athletic coaching and was appointed an MBE as part of the Queen’s Birthday 2018 Honours List.
Lemn Sissay MBE
"Reach for the top of the tree and you may get to the first branch but reach for the stars and you'll get to the top of the tree.”
Born in Wigan in 1967, Lemn Sissay is an English author and perhaps best-known for his poetry. He has written a number of books and plays, including Rebel Without Applause and Refugee Boy.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
He is a patron of Manchester's ALL FM 96.9 Community Radio and theatre company 20 Stories High, based in Toxteth, Liverpool, and also sits on the board of trustees for the Foundling Museum in London.
He was appointed a MBE in 2010 and was given the title of official poet at the 2012 London Olympics.
Since 2015, he has been chancellor of the University of Manchester and has used the position to launch a bursary aimed at increasing the number of black men in law and criminal justice.
In 2017, Lemn staged a one-off show based around the psychologist reports made during his early life as he navigated through foster homes and social services.
(Image: Mark Waugh/Manchester Press Photography Ltd)
Marcus Rashford MBE
Born in October 1997, footballer Marcus Rashford is the youngest person on the shortlist but has still managed to make plenty of achievements in his 23 years.
Raised in Wythenshawe, Marcus started his football career at Fletcher Moss Rangers at the age of five and joined Manchester United's academy at seven.
In February 2016, he made his debut in Manchester United's starting line-up for the UEFA Europa League.
Marcus became the youngest English football player to score in his first senior international match when he debuted on the England team in May 2016 and was also the youngest player to play during the UEFA Euro in 2016.
(Image: Phil Noble - Pool/Getty Images)
In 2020, Marcus received national recognition for his fight against homelessness and child food poverty. During the summer, he raised over £20 million for food for children who would be receiving free meals at school but were at home due to the lockdown.
Thanks to an open letter he wrote to the government, it was decided that free school meals would be extended to children during the summer holidays.
Following another petition by the footballer, which received more than a million signatures, the government announced it would spend more than £400m to support disadvantaged families in England as part of a winter grant scheme.
Marcus was appointed an MBE in October 2020 for his efforts to eradicate child poverty.
(Image: Fareshare/Mark Waugh/PA Wire)
“As a young black man from Wythenshawe, never did I think I would be accepting an MBE, never mind an MBE at the age of 22," Marcus said at the time.
"The fight to protect our most vulnerable children is far from over,” he added.
Phil Martin
English professional light-heavyweight boxer Phil Martin was born in 1950 in Moss Side and continues to play a key role in the area, more than 25 years after his untimely death.
During his boxing career, Phil won 14 out of 20 matches and the most pivotal moment in his career came in 1975 when he beat former British Light Heavyweight Champion Gypsy Johnny Frankham over 10 rounds during a match in Belle Vue.
(Image: Champs Camp)
At the age of 28, Phil retired from boxing in 1978 but continued to play an active role in the sport by coaching numerous boxers to victory.
Throughout his career, he guided the likes of Tony Ekubia, Frank Grant, Maurice Core, Ossie Maddix and Ensley 'Bingo' Bingham to British European and Commonwealth title contests.
Following Phil’s death from cancer in 1994, his Moss Side training ground The Champ Camp Gym was renamed in his honour and continues to train up rising boxing talent today.
Click here to vote for your favourite Great Northerner. Voting closes on November 15.
For more information on Great Northern, click here.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Bruno Fernandes has already delivered his verdict on Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo has this week been linked with a return to Manchester United .
The speculation comes amid claims that his current club Juventus are looking to get the 35-year-old off their wage bill .
A report in Argentina suggested Ronaldo was `` tempted '' by the prospect of an Old Trafford reunion , while one outlet in Portugal claimed that United had made a 'formal offer ' to bring the superstar back to Manchester .
However , despite the reports , MEN Sport understands that United have no plans to re-sign the five-times Ballon d'Or winner as things stand @ @ @ @ @ @ @ love to see him back at United , though , is compatriot Bruno Fernandes .
The midfielder previously revealed that he fell in love with the club because of Ronaldo .
`` My love of Manchester United really started when I used to watch Cristiano Ronaldo play and ever since then I have been a big fan of this great club , '' Fernandes said after joining United from Sporting Lisbon .
`` For me to now play for Manchester United feels incredible , I have worked hard to get to this moment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I will give everything for the badge to help bring us more success and trophies .
`` I want to thank Sporting for everything they have done for me .
It is surreal to hear the nice words that have been said about me from players that used to play for this team .
`` A massive thank you to Ole and everyone at Manchester United for the trust they have shown in me and I ca n't wait to start to repay that on the pitch . ''
Fernandes also explained how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ United in January .
`` I spoke with him after , not before .
I said before - Manchester , for me , was the dream team .
I always wanted to play for this team and it does n't matter who can talk about it – bad or good , I will come , '' he added .
United entered the international break by winning what was arguably their most important match of the season at Everton on Saturday .
The under-pressure Reds came from behind to beat the Toffees thanks to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's first goal for United .
United have a two-week break with many of their stars heading off on international duty - we 'll be keeping tabs on how they all perform , and on preparations for their next Premier League match against West Brom .
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`` It was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ League .
I have the choice to come to Manchester United and it was two dreams in one .
It was perfect .
`` Of course , I spoke with Cristiano after and he spoke very well about the club .
I spoke with him some days ago , again .
`` Every time I speak with him , he asks me how Manchester is and if everything is OK. Everyone knows he spent a lot of time in Manchester and he has consideration for the club .
`` He likes the club @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ballon d'Or here , so it 's a club who 've marked him , for sure . ''

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Cristiano Ronaldo has this week been linked with a return to Manchester United.
The speculation comes amid claims that his current club Juventus are looking to get the 35-year-old off their wage bill.
A report in Argentina suggested Ronaldo was "tempted" by the prospect of an Old Trafford reunion, while one outlet in Portugal claimed that United had made a 'formal offer' to bring the superstar back to Manchester.
However, despite the reports, MEN Sport understands that United have no plans to re-sign the five-times Ballon d'Or winner as things stand.
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One man who would no doubt love to see him back at United, though, is compatriot Bruno Fernandes.
The midfielder previously revealed that he fell in love with the club because of Ronaldo.
"My love of Manchester United really started when I used to watch Cristiano Ronaldo play and ever since then I have been a big fan of this great club," Fernandes said after joining United from Sporting Lisbon.
"For me to now play for Manchester United feels incredible, I have worked hard to get to this moment and I can promise the fans that I will give everything for the badge to help bring us more success and trophies.
"I want to thank Sporting for everything they have done for me. It is surreal to hear the nice words that have been said about me from players that used to play for this team.
"A massive thank you to Ole and everyone at Manchester United for the trust they have shown in me and I can't wait to start to repay that on the pitch."
Fernandes also explained how he spoke to Ronaldo after signing for United in January.
"I spoke with him after, not before. I said before - Manchester, for me, was the dream team. I always wanted to play for this team and it doesn't matter who can talk about it – bad or good, I will come," he added.
"It was my dream to play in the Premier League. I have the choice to come to Manchester United and it was two dreams in one. It was perfect.
"Of course, I spoke with Cristiano after and he spoke very well about the club. I spoke with him some days ago, again.
"Every time I speak with him, he asks me how Manchester is and if everything is OK. Everyone knows he spent a lot of time in Manchester and he has consideration for the club.
"He likes the club, I think he won his first Ballon d'Or here, so it's a club who've marked him, for sure."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Little Mix Children in Need sketch has viewers in stitches - but no sign of Jesy

A Little Mix sketch which saw the girl band appear as tiny puppet versions of themselves has been hailed as 'the best thing on Children in Need ever ' - but some fans were concerned over the absence of Jesy Nelson .
Band members Leigh-Anne Pinnock , Perrie Edwards and Jade Thirlwall took part in a hilarious interview with presenters Dick and Dom that left viewers in stitches .
The girls appeared as 'Diddy Little Mix ' and were tasked with opening bags of sweets with their puppet hands , all while having their voices altered to sound high-pitched .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ was one of the funniest the annual charity telethon has every put on .
One viewer tweeted : `` Diddy Dick and Dom and diddy little mix have to be the best thing on # ChildrenInNeed2020 ever !
Brilliant . ''
Another fan said : `` This Diddy Dick and Dom / Little Mix is the best CIN sketch for a few years . ''
Another commented : `` Oh my god how funny were little mix with dick and dom could not stop laughing . ''
But some fans were left concerned @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fourth member Jesy Nelson .
Jesy , 29 , has missed several public appearances with the girls since the release of the band 's sixth studio album Confetti .
`` No Jesy , man hope she ’ s okay , I ’ m really worried # ChildrenInNeed , '' one fan posted on Twitter .
Another commented : `` Interesting .
Jesy missing again from Little Mix .
Wonder what 's going on there ... '' Jesy 's absence in recent weeks has led some fans to believe she may have left the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pulled out of presenting the final of Little Mix : The Search after falling sick with a mystery illness .
She also dropped out of hosting the MTV European Music Awards alongside her bandmates on Sunday .
Fans became even more concerned when they found out her signature had been left off signed copies of their latest release .
Children In Need celebrated its 40th anniversary this year and the event raised more than £37 million .
Other celebrities featured in the show included pop stars Kylie Minogue and Dolly Parton , composer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Wicks .
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford also delivered a heartfelt plea for people to help prevent youngsters from going hungry as he reflected on his own experiences of going without food while growing up .
The sportsman has recently been involved in a high profile campaign for children from poorer backgrounds to be given access to free meals during the school holidays .
The music video for this year ’ s Children in Need charity single , which was released on Friday , was also played for the first time .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2 Allstars , were filmed singing Oasis ballad Stop Crying Your Heart Out outdoors .

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A Little Mix sketch which saw the girl band appear as tiny puppet versions of themselves has been hailed as 'the best thing on Children in Need ever' - but some fans were concerned over the absence of Jesy Nelson.
Band members Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Perrie Edwards and Jade Thirlwall took part in a hilarious interview with presenters Dick and Dom that left viewers in stitches.
The girls appeared as 'Diddy Little Mix' and were tasked with opening bags of sweets with their puppet hands, all while having their voices altered to sound high-pitched.
BBC viewers said the Little Mix sketch was one of the funniest the annual charity telethon has every put on.
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One viewer tweeted: "Diddy Dick and Dom and diddy little mix have to be the best thing on #ChildrenInNeed2020 ever! Brilliant."
Another fan said: "This Diddy Dick and Dom / Little Mix is the best CIN sketch for a few years."
Another commented: "Oh my god how funny were little mix with dick and dom could not stop laughing."
(Image: BBC Children in Need)
But some fans were left concerned by the absence of the band's fourth member Jesy Nelson.
Jesy, 29, has missed several public appearances with the girls since the release of the band's sixth studio album Confetti.
"No Jesy, man hope she’s okay, I’m really worried #ChildrenInNeed," one fan posted on Twitter.
Another commented: "Interesting. Jesy missing again from Little Mix. Wonder what's going on there..."
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Jesy's absence in recent weeks has led some fans to believe she may have left the band.
Last week, the singer pulled out of presenting the final of Little Mix: The Search after falling sick with a mystery illness.
She also dropped out of hosting the MTV European Music Awards alongside her bandmates on Sunday.
Fans became even more concerned when they found out her signature had been left off signed copies of their latest release.
(Image: BBC/PA)
Children In Need celebrated its 40th anniversary this year and the event raised more than £37 million.
Other celebrities featured in the show included pop stars Kylie Minogue and Dolly Parton, composer Andrew Lloyd Webber and fitness guru Joe Wicks.
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford also delivered a heartfelt plea for people to help prevent youngsters from going hungry as he reflected on his own experiences of going without food while growing up.
The sportsman has recently been involved in a high profile campaign for children from poorer backgrounds to be given access to free meals during the school holidays.
The music video for this year’s Children in Need charity single, which was released on Friday, was also played for the first time.
The group of performers, titled the Radio 2 Allstars, were filmed singing Oasis ballad Stop Crying Your Heart Out outdoors.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Eric Bailly agent makes Manchester United transfer admission

Eric Bailly 's representative admits his situation 'will need to be assessed ' if things do n't improve for him at Manchester United .
The Ivorian defender experienced a strong start to the new season under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer but has fallen out of favour after his horror show in the 6-1 defeat against Tottenham .
Bailly has n't featured for United since the defeat on October 4 after suffering an injury which is expected to keep him sidelined until the end of the international break at the earliest .
Reports suggest Bailly , 26 , had an offer to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ window and representative Graziano Battistini admits any 'logical ' approaches could be considered .
“ The boy is in an important context such as that of United , before evaluating an exit there must be absolutely valid situations , '' he told Calciomercato.it .
“ The Milan idea may have a logic , but we need to evaluate many implications , today we are talking about nothing.
” United are already overstocked at centre-back and Bailly could be one player to make way next year if they are to push on with their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
However , Battistini insists he is fully focused at Old Trafford and insists he still has a role to play .
He added : “ The experience with the Red Devils depends , as always , on luck , who you meet , on the opportunities .
“ If he has the right chances , for me he can be an important player to solve some problems of the team .
If all this does not happen , it is clear that the situation will need to be assessed , but now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ things .
“ My Spanish partners who manage him are cautious in all respects , but the boy is very focused on Manchester United .
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Eric Bailly's representative admits his situation 'will need to be assessed' if things don't improve for him at Manchester United.
The Ivorian defender experienced a strong start to the new season under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer but has fallen out of favour after his horror show in the 6-1 defeat against Tottenham.
Bailly hasn't featured for United since the defeat on October 4 after suffering an injury which is expected to keep him sidelined until the end of the international break at the earliest.
Reports suggest Bailly, 26, had an offer to join AC Milan in the summer transfer window and representative Graziano Battistini admits any 'logical' approaches could be considered.
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“The boy is in an important context such as that of United, before evaluating an exit there must be absolutely valid situations," he told Calciomercato.it.
“The Milan idea may have a logic, but we need to evaluate many implications, today we are talking about nothing.”
United are already overstocked at centre-back and Bailly could be one player to make way next year if they are to push on with their plans to sign a new central defender. However, Battistini insists he is fully focused at Old Trafford and insists he still has a role to play.
He added: “The experience with the Red Devils depends, as always, on luck, who you meet, on the opportunities.
“If he has the right chances, for me he can be an important player to solve some problems of the team. If all this does not happen, it is clear that the situation will need to be assessed, but now it is too early to say certain things.
“My Spanish partners who manage him are cautious in all respects, but the boy is very focused on Manchester United.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Tragedy of man who took 'very high' dose of heroin after girlfriend break-up

A troubled young man who was trying to overcome drug and alcohol problems died of an overdose after a row with his pregnant girlfriend .
Leon Faulkner , from Bolton , had struggled with alcohol addiction for many years and had been 'experimenting ' with hard drugs , including crack cocaine and heroin , before his death on January 7 of this year .
On the day , he was involved in a car crash and subsequent fight with a group of men around Weston Street , just outside Bolton town centre .
He sustained significant head injuries in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been relevant but doctors later concluded that these wounds did not cause his death .
The 36-year-old , who had difficulty with his mental health , had made steps towards kicking his habitual drinking issues , an inquest at Bolton Coroners Court heard .
Area coroner Alan Walsh read testimony from Leon 's father , William Faulkner , who explained that his son had sought help and was taking medication in an effort to stop abusing alcohol .
But , in September 2019 , he had a row with his then-partner - who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - causing them to break up .
Mr Faulkner believes this was a major factor in his son 'falling off the wagon ' and beginning to drink regularly again .
On the day before his death , Leon met up with another woman , Michelle Chasselle at the Premier Inn near the Beehive roundabout in Horwich .
The pair are thought to have taken a number of drugs whilst in the room , including heroin , crack cocaine and prescription medicines .
According to DI Gareth Davies , who investigated the death , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the following day in the car he had arrived in , his father 's silver Mercedes , so Ms Chasselle drove instead .
The pair were then involved in a crash on the way back to the family home in Forester Hill Avenue , Great Lever , when Ms Chasselle drove into a stationary car .
They were confronted by a group of men and an altercation followed in which Leon suffered serious head injuries , DI Davies reports .
When they eventually got back to the house , Mr Faulkner says he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Leon 's room .
He did not heard from them again until later in the afternoon when Ms Chasselle shouted that he needed to call an ambulance .
Paramedics quickly arrived at the home and rushed Leon to the Royal Bolton Hospital for treatment but they could not save him .
A post-mortem examination found that the injuries to his head did not cause his death .
Instead he suffered from heart failure due to an overdose , having take a 'very high ' dose of heroin which would have been fatal to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said .
He had also taken cocaine , benzodiazepines and had been drinking .
Four men were arrested on suspicion of manslaughter over the crash and subsequent altercation , but they were all later released .
After his death there was an outpouring of grief from friends and neighbours , with one describing Leon a ' a really nice guy ' , who was 'willing to help anyone ' .
Another neighbour , who asked not to be named , said : `` He was such a lovely person , it is so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you needed help Leon would be there , he was caring .
`` Whenever he saw you , he would always be the first one to say hello . ''
Leon Faulkner 's ex told police that he had turned to alcohol because of concerns for his family and had been acting as a carer for his mother after she had a stroke .
He also told her he had been 'experimenting ' with diazepine and cocaine .
She had hoped the pair would be on better terms after Leon invited her to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ before his death .
But , he later rang to say there was no space and ask her not to come over .
Giving his conclusions , Mr Walsh told the court the case was a 'very sad ' example of the impact addiction can have .
`` Leon was someone who does not appear to have been an habitual user of heroin , '' he said .
`` He was someone who had problems with relationships , particularly with his girlfriend .
It 's quite clear from the days before his death @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
He added : `` I 'm satisfied that , whatever happened in the assault , there is no evidence that the injuries caused the death of Leon . ''
Mr Walsh went on to say that he did not believe that the 36-year-old had intended to cause his own death when he took the drugs but gave the conclusion that it was a drug-related death .
`` Once again this is a situation which is very sad , '' he said .
`` Leon Faulkner clearly made an effort to stop @ @ @ @ @ @ @ normal life .
It would appear that he then relapsed and his life spiralled into total decline . ''

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A troubled young man who was trying to overcome drug and alcohol problems died of an overdose after a row with his pregnant girlfriend.
Leon Faulkner, from Bolton, had struggled with alcohol addiction for many years and had been 'experimenting' with hard drugs, including crack cocaine and heroin, before his death on January 7 of this year.
On the day, he was involved in a car crash and subsequent fight with a group of men around Weston Street, just outside Bolton town centre.
He sustained significant head injuries in the incident which were initially thought to have been relevant but doctors later concluded that these wounds did not cause his death.
The 36-year-old, who had difficulty with his mental health, had made steps towards kicking his habitual drinking issues, an inquest at Bolton Coroners Court heard.
Area coroner Alan Walsh read testimony from Leon's father, William Faulkner, who explained that his son had sought help and was taking medication in an effort to stop abusing alcohol.
(Image: Facebook)
But, in September 2019, he had a row with his then-partner - who was five months pregnant at the time - causing them to break up.
Mr Faulkner believes this was a major factor in his son 'falling off the wagon' and beginning to drink regularly again.
On the day before his death, Leon met up with another woman, Michelle Chasselle at the Premier Inn near the Beehive roundabout in Horwich.
The pair are thought to have taken a number of drugs whilst in the room, including heroin, crack cocaine and prescription medicines.
According to DI Gareth Davies, who investigated the death, Leon was too intoxicated to drive home the following day in the car he had arrived in, his father's silver Mercedes, so Ms Chasselle drove instead.
The pair were then involved in a crash on the way back to the family home in Forester Hill Avenue, Great Lever, when Ms Chasselle drove into a stationary car.
They were confronted by a group of men and an altercation followed in which Leon suffered serious head injuries, DI Davies reports.
When they eventually got back to the house, Mr Faulkner says he heard them arrive and go upstairs to Leon's room. He did not heard from them again until later in the afternoon when Ms Chasselle shouted that he needed to call an ambulance.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
Paramedics quickly arrived at the home and rushed Leon to the Royal Bolton Hospital for treatment but they could not save him.
A post-mortem examination found that the injuries to his head did not cause his death. Instead he suffered from heart failure due to an overdose, having take a 'very high' dose of heroin which would have been fatal to even an experienced user, the report said.
He had also taken cocaine, benzodiazepines and had been drinking.
Four men were arrested on suspicion of manslaughter over the crash and subsequent altercation, but they were all later released.
(Image: Joel Goodman)
After his death there was an outpouring of grief from friends and neighbours, with one describing Leon a 'a really nice guy', who was 'willing to help anyone'.
Another neighbour, who asked not to be named, said: "He was such a lovely person, it is so sad what has happened. Any time you needed help Leon would be there, he was caring.
"Whenever he saw you, he would always be the first one to say hello."
Leon Faulkner's ex told police that he had turned to alcohol because of concerns for his family and had been acting as a carer for his mother after she had a stroke.
He also told her he had been 'experimenting' with diazepine and cocaine.
(Image: Facebook)
She had hoped the pair would be on better terms after Leon invited her to stay at his parent's home shortly before his death. But, he later rang to say there was no space and ask her not to come over.
Giving his conclusions, Mr Walsh told the court the case was a 'very sad' example of the impact addiction can have.
"Leon was someone who does not appear to have been an habitual user of heroin," he said.
"He was someone who had problems with relationships, particularly with his girlfriend. It's quite clear from the days before his death that Leon's life became somewhat chaotic."
He added: "I'm satisfied that, whatever happened in the assault, there is no evidence that the injuries caused the death of Leon."
Mr Walsh went on to say that he did not believe that the 36-year-old had intended to cause his own death when he took the drugs but gave the conclusion that it was a drug-related death.
"Once again this is a situation which is very sad," he said.
"Leon Faulkner clearly made an effort to stop drinking and tried to conform with a normal life. It would appear that he then relapsed and his life spiralled into total decline."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--'Ole will lose his job' - What pundits said about Man United's season so far

Manchester United 's start to the Premier League season has been widely talked about - as it always is at Old Trafford .
United 's home form has been poor , with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's side yet to win a game at their own stadium in the top-flight so far this term .
However , their form away from home has been fantastic - with Solskjaer 's men having a 100 % record on the road .
It 's been a decent start to life in the Champions League as well after impressive back-to-back victories over Paris Saint-Germain and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , United were beaten in Turkey as they slumped to a 2-1 defeat to Istanbul Basaksehir at the start of the month .
Here is a round-up of everything that has been said on United so far this season from some household names .
( Speaking after the defeat to Arsenal ) `` There are more problems than solutions .
`` You have six midfield players at the club : Nemanja Matic , Fred , Scott McTominay , Bruno Fernandes , Donny van de Beek and Paul Pogba , and you 've somehow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which is forcing Ole to play a diamond .
`` I think there was an element today of him thinking he could just put four players in that diamond and it would work after what happened in midweek but McTominay on the right-hand side was n't working after five minutes .
`` You have to be comfortable moving out into that wide area ; [ Aaron ] Wan-Bissaka 's already a bit awkward on the ball at right-back so you need someone to balance it and the balance on the right is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ When [ Mason ] Greenwood went off it was even worse .
They wanted Jadon Sancho obviously to play on that side and it looks like a real bad error in not getting that position recruited . ''
On missing out on signing Jadon Sancho over the summer : `` As fine a player as Sancho is , is he worth £108 million ?
`` And what impact would such a deal have on the game time of Mason Greenwood , who looks like the best young attacking talent in the country by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ season ?
`` If United think Sancho is worth it , the deal should have been done already .
What I can not understand is if United do not think so , why haven ’ t they moved on ?
`` If the deal is not right , regardless of how much it upsets fans , walking away and buying an alternative target can be a sign of strength , not weakness . ''
On United 's Champions League group : `` Given the group they 're in , I think they 'll @ @ @ @ @ @ @ group , being honest .
`` Leipzig are going to be a definite threat in this group , PSG are obvious .
I think it 's a really hard group to get out of .
`` Getting through the group stages is fine but I think it 's more about the bigger picture , improving as a squad , building as a team , the confidence throughout the squad .
`` Finding some sort of identity so that you look at this team , you see it on the teamsheet , you watch @ @ @ @ @ @ @ going to get , consistency week in , week out .
That 's what they 'll be striving for . ''
On United 's Champions League hopes : “ I think they ( United ) can be confident , quietly confident .
`` PSG are the strongest team in the group , but Man United are the second strongest team in the group .
Leipzig have a brilliant young manager and he ’ ll relish playing against Manchester United .
`` But , look , they ’ re not firing on all cylinders @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a couple of players in .
`` It ’ s not ideal , the group that they ’ ve got , but hopefully they can go into it , get a couple of players , and finish if not first , finish second.
” On Solskjaer : “ I never looked at a manager in all my career before the match and I ’ m talking about some great managers , and some bad managers , going back to when I was eight or nine years of age ...
I never looked at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ going to motivate me today .
It comes from within , it comes from your DNA , what you stand for , your background , your family , your team-mates .
`` I ’ m intrigued when I look at warm-ups .
Cavani never threw a leg , he actually didn ’ t do a warm-up , did he ?
Then he comes on as a sub and is being asked to get them back in the game .
`` Ole ’ s talking having to get him ( Cavani ) up to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s up to the player to do something .
Ole will pay the ultimate price , obviously .
`` Ole will lose his job , walk out of this group of players , that ’ s what ’ s going to happen .
I ’ ve been saying it for the last month or two , but you still think , ‘ you never know in this game .
Things might change ’ , and you think it ’ s up to Ole to motivate these players for Arsenal at home .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ support , the stadiums are empty , this is still a great setting if you ’ re a professional footballer , to play at Old Trafford.
” On standout players in win vs Newcastle United : `` From a Manchester United point of view , I think Ole Gunnar Solskjaer deserves credit for changing the team .
That team had to be changed after the last performance that they had .
They did that and they played very well and they absolutely battered Newcastle I thought .
`` They dominated possession .
( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Fernandes were so clever I thought , because they just went and stood in those little pockets in the holes in front of Newcastle 's back four and Newcastle could n't handle that .
They were just too good on the ball , they showed a lot of creativity , everything Newcastle did n't have .
`` Brilliant ball in for Harry Maguire from Mata for Maguire to get his goal , but those two on the ball , if you give them the amount of time that Newcastle gave them then they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you problems all evening as they did .
`` Rashford I thought was excellent too , one goal and two assists .
Well done Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after that debacle in the last performance . ''

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Manchester United's start to the Premier League season has been widely talked about - as it always is at Old Trafford.
United's home form has been poor, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side yet to win a game at their own stadium in the top-flight so far this term.
However, their form away from home has been fantastic - with Solskjaer's men having a 100% record on the road.
It's been a decent start to life in the Champions League as well after impressive back-to-back victories over Paris Saint-Germain and RB Leipzig.
But last time out, United were beaten in Turkey as they slumped to a 2-1 defeat to Istanbul Basaksehir at the start of the month.
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Here is a round-up of everything that has been said on United so far this season from some household names.
Gary Neville (Sky Sports)
(Speaking after the defeat to Arsenal) "There are more problems than solutions.
"You have six midfield players at the club: Nemanja Matic, Fred, Scott McTominay, Bruno Fernandes, Donny van de Beek and Paul Pogba, and you've somehow got to get them into a system, which is forcing Ole to play a diamond.
"I think there was an element today of him thinking he could just put four players in that diamond and it would work after what happened in midweek but McTominay on the right-hand side wasn't working after five minutes.
"You have to be comfortable moving out into that wide area; [Aaron] Wan-Bissaka's already a bit awkward on the ball at right-back so you need someone to balance it and the balance on the right is a real problem for United.
"When [Mason] Greenwood went off it was even worse. They wanted Jadon Sancho obviously to play on that side and it looks like a real bad error in not getting that position recruited."
Jamie Carragher (Sky Sports)
On missing out on signing Jadon Sancho over the summer: "As fine a player as Sancho is, is he worth £108 million?
(Image: Getty)
"And what impact would such a deal have on the game time of Mason Greenwood, who looks like the best young attacking talent in the country by some distance, scoring 17 goals last season?
"If United think Sancho is worth it, the deal should have been done already. What I cannot understand is if United do not think so, why haven’t they moved on?
"If the deal is not right, regardless of how much it upsets fans, walking away and buying an alternative target can be a sign of strength, not weakness."
Rio Ferdinand (BT Sport)
On United's Champions League group: "Given the group they're in, I think they'll be happy to get out of the group, being honest.
"Leipzig are going to be a definite threat in this group, PSG are obvious. I think it's a really hard group to get out of.
"Getting through the group stages is fine but I think it's more about the bigger picture, improving as a squad, building as a team, the confidence throughout the squad.
"Finding some sort of identity so that you look at this team, you see it on the teamsheet, you watch it and you know what you're going to get, consistency week in, week out. That's what they'll be striving for."
Owen Hargreaves (BT Sport)
On United's Champions League hopes: “I think they (United) can be confident, quietly confident.
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"PSG are the strongest team in the group, but Man United are the second strongest team in the group. Leipzig have a brilliant young manager and he’ll relish playing against Manchester United.
"But, look, they’re not firing on all cylinders right now and hopefully they can get a couple of players in.
"It’s not ideal, the group that they’ve got, but hopefully they can go into it, get a couple of players, and finish if not first, finish second.”
Roy Keane (Sky Sports)
On Solskjaer: “I never looked at a manager in all my career before the match and I’m talking about some great managers, and some bad managers, going back to when I was eight or nine years of age ... I never looked at a manager and asked if they were going to motivate me today. It comes from within, it comes from your DNA, what you stand for, your background, your family, your team-mates.
"I’m intrigued when I look at warm-ups. Cavani never threw a leg, he actually didn’t do a warm-up, did he? Then he comes on as a sub and is being asked to get them back in the game.
"Ole’s talking having to get him (Cavani) up to speed, well, sometimes it’s up to the player to do something. Ole will pay the ultimate price, obviously.
"Ole will lose his job, walk out of this group of players, that’s what’s going to happen. I’ve been saying it for the last month or two, but you still think, ‘you never know in this game. Things might change’, and you think it’s up to Ole to motivate these players for Arsenal at home.
"People keep saying there’s no support, the stadiums are empty, this is still a great setting if you’re a professional footballer, to play at Old Trafford.”
Alan Shearer (BBC Sport)
On standout players in win vs Newcastle United: "From a Manchester United point of view, I think Ole Gunnar Solskjaer deserves credit for changing the team. That team had to be changed after the last performance that they had. They did that and they played very well and they absolutely battered Newcastle I thought.
"They dominated possession. (Juan) Mata and (Bruno) Fernandes were so clever I thought, because they just went and stood in those little pockets in the holes in front of Newcastle's back four and Newcastle couldn't handle that. They were just too good on the ball, they showed a lot of creativity, everything Newcastle didn't have.
"Brilliant ball in for Harry Maguire from Mata for Maguire to get his goal, but those two on the ball, if you give them the amount of time that Newcastle gave them then they are going to punish you and cause you problems all evening as they did.
"Rashford I thought was excellent too, one goal and two assists. Well done Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after that debacle in the last performance."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--How Pep Guardiola helped Man City beat Inter to Gabriel Jesus signing

Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus decided against a move to Inter Milan in 2016 due to then-manager Robert Mancini 's failure to call the player to discuss his transfer .
The Brazil international was linked with a number of top clubs around the world , including Inter who were highly interested in his services .
before he eventually decided to join Pep Guardiola 's City .
However , the reason the Italian giants missed out on capturing his signature was down to Mancini 's decision to ignore the advice of FIFA agent Sabatino Durante , who told the Inter boss @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sign .
`` He could have gone to Inter , but Mancini didn ’ t call him .
This is why he chose Manchester City , ” Durante told Italian outlet CalcioMercato .
“ He was one of the most promising Palmeiras players .
Inter were strongly interested and I told the Nerazzurri to have Mancini call him because he is a very sensitive guy .
`` Inter didn ’ t do it , unlike Manchester City .
Guardiola called him and convinced him.
” Jesus has since made over 150 appearances for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ process .
He made a name for himself in his native Brazil with top-flight outfit Palmeiras before making the switch to Manchester for a reported fee of £29 million .
Manchester City players are now on international duty after taking on Liverpool in the biggest match of the season so far .
The visitors went ahead early through Mo Salah 's penalty , but Gabriel Jesus ' sublime turn and finish brought City level .
Kevin De Bruyne 's missed penalty could have given City the three points , but the match ended @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have a two-week break with many of their stars heading off to play for their countries - we 'll be keeping tabs on how they all perform , and on preparations for their next Premier League match at Tottenham .
For all the latest City news delivered straight to your inbox , sign up to our daily newsletter by submitting your email address in the sign-up box above , or click here - it 's free and it only takes a few seconds The 23-year-old has been capped by his country on 39 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the 2018 FIFA World Cup .
City will return to Premier League action after the international break with a tough trip to high-flying Tottenham on Saturday 21 November .
Guardiola 's side currently occupy tenth place in the league table having won just three of their opening seven matches .

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Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus decided against a move to Inter Milan in 2016 due to then-manager Robert Mancini's failure to call the player to discuss his transfer.
The Brazil international was linked with a number of top clubs around the world, including Inter who were highly interested in his services. before he eventually decided to join Pep Guardiola's City.
However, the reason the Italian giants missed out on capturing his signature was down to Mancini's decision to ignore the advice of FIFA agent Sabatino Durante, who told the Inter boss to call Jesus and convince him to sign.
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"He could have gone to Inter, but Mancini didn’t call him. This is why he chose Manchester City,” Durante told Italian outlet CalcioMercato.
“He was one of the most promising Palmeiras players. Inter were strongly interested and I told the Nerazzurri to have Mancini call him because he is a very sensitive guy.
"Inter didn’t do it, unlike Manchester City. Guardiola called him and convinced him.”
Jesus has since made over 150 appearances for City, providing 71 goals in the process.
He made a name for himself in his native Brazil with top-flight outfit Palmeiras before making the switch to Manchester for a reported fee of £29 million.
The 23-year-old has been capped by his country on 39 occasions and played in every match at the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
City will return to Premier League action after the international break with a tough trip to high-flying Tottenham on Saturday 21 November.
Guardiola's side currently occupy tenth place in the league table having won just three of their opening seven matches.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Sky Sports pundits have say on Bolton goalkeepers Gilks and Crellin

Matt Gilks coming into the Bolton Wanderers team had a huge impact and Billy Crellin needs a breather from the number one spot .
That 's the view of former Wanderers winger Filipe Morais .
Eoin Doyle gave Wanderers a first half lead before Jordan Turnbull 's own goal after the break helped ensure Bolton picked up their second home win of the campaign with a 2-0 victory over Salford City last night .
Gilks made his Trotters bow in last night 's win at the age of 38 when he replaced Fleetwood Town loanee Crellin in goal after a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ And Gilks put in a man of the match performance for Wanderers , being a vocal presence throughout and keeping a clean sheet .
Morais spent a season-and-a-half with the Trotters between 2017 and 2018 , scoring three goals in 56 appearances .
Speaking as a pundit on Sky Sports regarding the goalkeeping decision made by Wanderers head coach Ian Evatt , the Portuguese felt putting Gilks in had a big impact on the Trotters with his communication skills and experience .
And Morais believes Crellin is currently undergoing a learning curve at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from a breather a place out of the team .
He said : `` It was a huge impact .
It just shows how much impact an experienced head can have on the team .
We could hear him on the TV , I ’ m sure everyone in Bolton could hear his voice , probably even Manchester , but that ’ s what it takes .
`` He ’ ll know that through the career he ’ s had that you need high levels of communication and concentration to get results and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s what it took against Salford and if he has his voice tomorrow , I ’ ll be very surprised .
`` Every player goes through it , keepers are just highlighted a lot more if they make a mistake it ’ s a goal and it costs the team but it ’ s a great learning curve for him , it ’ s the first time he has been under real pressure and if there were fans in the stadium it would have been a lot tougher because those fans have high @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he comes back from it , needs that little breather , a step out , and Gilks does well because when he comes back it ’ s clear he has got a lot of potential .
At the moment it ’ s a lot of pressure . ''
Fellow pundit Danny Webber believes a spell out of the team and observing Gilks in games will be a benefit to the Cod Army loanee .
He said : “ You can see he ’ s got a lot of faith in Billy Crellin .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the first-team , establishing yourself , and you have to make mistakes - that ’ s part of your learning curve .
`` Sometimes you have to come out and watch someone who ’ s been through the whole process and watch them get a man of the match performance .
`` That will help Billy just watching that and understanding how he dictates the defence in front of him .
That ’ s a big part of what Matt Gilks did .
`` He controlled everybody in front of him , made @ @ @ @ @ @ @ called upon he was class .
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Matt Gilks coming into the Bolton Wanderers team had a huge impact and Billy Crellin needs a breather from the number one spot.
That's the view of former Wanderers winger Filipe Morais.
Eoin Doyle gave Wanderers a first half lead before Jordan Turnbull's own goal after the break helped ensure Bolton picked up their second home win of the campaign with a 2-0 victory over Salford City last night.
Gilks made his Trotters bow in last night's win at the age of 38 when he replaced Fleetwood Town loanee Crellin in goal after a string of errors by the 20-year-old.
And Gilks put in a man of the match performance for Wanderers, being a vocal presence throughout and keeping a clean sheet.
Morais spent a season-and-a-half with the Trotters between 2017 and 2018, scoring three goals in 56 appearances.
Speaking as a pundit on Sky Sports regarding the goalkeeping decision made by Wanderers head coach Ian Evatt, the Portuguese felt putting Gilks in had a big impact on the Trotters with his communication skills and experience.
And Morais believes Crellin is currently undergoing a learning curve at Wanderers, and feels he could benefit from a breather a place out of the team.
He said: "It was a huge impact. It just shows how much impact an experienced head can have on the team. We could hear him on the TV, I’m sure everyone in Bolton could hear his voice, probably even Manchester, but that’s what it takes.
"He’ll know that through the career he’s had that you need high levels of communication and concentration to get results and pick up clean sheets. That’s what it took against Salford and if he has his voice tomorrow, I’ll be very surprised.
"Every player goes through it, keepers are just highlighted a lot more if they make a mistake it’s a goal and it costs the team but it’s a great learning curve for him, it’s the first time he has been under real pressure and if there were fans in the stadium it would have been a lot tougher because those fans have high expectations at Bolton.
“But hopefully he comes back from it, needs that little breather, a step out, and Gilks does well because when he comes back it’s clear he has got a lot of potential. At the moment it’s a lot of pressure."
Fellow pundit Danny Webber believes a spell out of the team and observing Gilks in games will be a benefit to the Cod Army loanee.
He said: “You can see he’s got a lot of faith in Billy Crellin. It is a process, getting in the first-team, establishing yourself, and you have to make mistakes - that’s part of your learning curve.
"Sometimes you have to come out and watch someone who’s been through the whole process and watch them get a man of the match performance.
"That will help Billy just watching that and understanding how he dictates the defence in front of him. That’s a big part of what Matt Gilks did.
"He controlled everybody in front of him, made them feel confident and when he was called upon he was class.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Paul Pogba faces harsh Manchester United reality check

There does n't seem to be a week go by without Paul Pogba finding himself headline news in the world of all things Manchester United .
One month ago there was his open flirtation with another dream move to Real Madrid , while this month national team manager Didier Deschamps has sprung to his defence with criticism of United 's treatment of the French star .
From the outside you can see where Deschamps is coming from .
Pogba is the biggest name in the United squad , but that does not mean he is the best .
If Ole @ @ @ @ @ @ @ XI ' on everything but recent footballing ability then Pogba would probably be the first name on the teamsheet , his issue is that will never be the case .
Instead the United side is chosen on merit with Solskjaer 's only priority to select a side which he feels is capable of beating their opponents with teamwork prioritised over individual desires .
It is this basic requirement which makes Deschamps latest criticism all the more confusing .
Yes , it is in his interest for Pogba to be playing regularly at club @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's duty to cater for a player who is not currently worthy of an assured starting role in midfield .
`` He is in a situation with his club where he can not be happy , neither with his playing time , nor with his positioning , '' the France manager stated of his prize midfield man .
Pogba 's best football came when he played in a midfield trio with Bruno Fernandes and Nemanja Matic after the lockdown earlier in the year , but since then he has looked a shadow of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ why .
The 27-year-old unfortunately fell victim to coronavirus , something which decimated his pre-season preparation for a gruelling campaign as his early season form fell far below expectations held at Old Trafford .
Solskjaer is partly to blame for playing Pogba when he quite clearly was n't fit , but even since he has recovered there has been a concerning lack of consistency from their supposed talisman .
His cameo role against Paris Saint-Germain last month gave Pogba the license to influence the match as a game-changing impact substitute , a responsibility @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pressure on his shoulders from the start .
A week later he followed it up with an exceptional display in a midfield diamond as United tore open RB Leipzig in the Champions League with Pogba the conductor of an attacking orchestra which did n't once play out of tune .
Yet in the game against Arsenal he regressed .
Fred struggled at the base of the diamond and Pogba tried too hard to put things right , carelessly conceding a penalty which earned Mikel Arteta 's side the win and burst the balloons @ @ @ @ @ @ @ earlier .
Pogba has n't started in either of the two matches since as Solskjaer put his faith in those he trusts with the win against Everton last weekend .
Scott McTominay and Fred are the two most reliable in the base of midfield while Fernandes has no genuine competition for his attacking midfield role .
Donny van de Beek , although on the periphery , is effectively the long-term replacement for Pogba at Old Trafford although Solskjaer has already proven he does not need the Frenchman in his midfield in order to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ right that Pogba 'needs to find his rhythm ' if he is to transform his fortunes at club level , but that relies on him rising to the challenge which has been set by the midfielders still ahead of him in the pecking order .
Even if he has a desire to play elsewhere , his 'dream ' move to Madrid will only remain a fantasy until he proves himself worthy of a regular start for United .

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There doesn't seem to be a week go by without Paul Pogba finding himself headline news in the world of all things Manchester United.
One month ago there was his open flirtation with another dream move to Real Madrid, while this month national team manager Didier Deschamps has sprung to his defence with criticism of United's treatment of the French star.
From the outside you can see where Deschamps is coming from. Pogba is the biggest name in the United squad, but that does not mean he is the best.
If Ole Gunnar Solskjaer were to pick his 'best XI' on everything but recent footballing ability then Pogba would probably be the first name on the teamsheet, his issue is that will never be the case.
Instead the United side is chosen on merit with Solskjaer's only priority to select a side which he feels is capable of beating their opponents with teamwork prioritised over individual desires.
It is this basic requirement which makes Deschamps latest criticism all the more confusing. Yes, it is in his interest for Pogba to be playing regularly at club level, but it is not United's duty to cater for a player who is not currently worthy of an assured starting role in midfield.
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"He is in a situation with his club where he cannot be happy, neither with his playing time, nor with his positioning," the France manager stated of his prize midfield man.
Pogba's best football came when he played in a midfield trio with Bruno Fernandes and Nemanja Matic after the lockdown earlier in the year, but since then he has looked a shadow of his former self. It is understandable why.
The 27-year-old unfortunately fell victim to coronavirus, something which decimated his pre-season preparation for a gruelling campaign as his early season form fell far below expectations held at Old Trafford. Solskjaer is partly to blame for playing Pogba when he quite clearly wasn't fit, but even since he has recovered there has been a concerning lack of consistency from their supposed talisman.
His cameo role against Paris Saint-Germain last month gave Pogba the license to influence the match as a game-changing impact substitute, a responsibility which he seemed to relish with less pressure on his shoulders from the start.
A week later he followed it up with an exceptional display in a midfield diamond as United tore open RB Leipzig in the Champions League with Pogba the conductor of an attacking orchestra which didn't once play out of tune.
Yet in the game against Arsenal he regressed. Fred struggled at the base of the diamond and Pogba tried too hard to put things right, carelessly conceding a penalty which earned Mikel Arteta's side the win and burst the balloons from their European party held four days earlier.
Pogba hasn't started in either of the two matches since as Solskjaer put his faith in those he trusts with the win against Everton last weekend. Scott McTominay and Fred are the two most reliable in the base of midfield while Fernandes has no genuine competition for his attacking midfield role.
Donny van de Beek, although on the periphery, is effectively the long-term replacement for Pogba at Old Trafford although Solskjaer has already proven he does not need the Frenchman in his midfield in order to get this team ticking.
Deschamps is right that Pogba 'needs to find his rhythm' if he is to transform his fortunes at club level, but that relies on him rising to the challenge which has been set by the midfielders still ahead of him in the pecking order.
Even if he has a desire to play elsewhere, his 'dream' move to Madrid will only remain a fantasy until he proves himself worthy of a regular start for United.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Police "increasingly concerned" about missing woman Kathleen Slevin

Police say they are becoming increasingly concerned about a missing woman from Wigan .
Kathleen Slevin , 63 , was @ @ @ @ @ in Aspull , Wigan , at around 11.30am on Friday ( November 13 ) .
@ @ @ @ @ white female , 5ft 7 '' tall and of slim build with dark brown/grey shoulder @ @ @ @ @ .
Kathleen was last seen wearing a white woollen bobble hat , a dark blue @ @ @ @ @ flash around the waist .
She was also wearing black waterproof trousers and black shoes @ @ @ @ @ becoming increasingly concerned about Kathleen and want to make sure she is safe and well @ @ @ @ @ Kathleen ’ s whereabouts should contact police on 0161 856 7969 .

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Police say they are becoming increasingly concerned about a missing woman from Wigan.
Kathleen Slevin, 63, was last seen on Harold Street in Aspull, Wigan, at around 11.30am on Friday (November 13).
She is described as a white female, 5ft 7" tall and of slim build with dark brown/grey shoulder length hair and brown eyes.
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Kathleen was last seen wearing a white woollen bobble hat, a dark blue hooded anorak with a red flash around the waist.
She was also wearing black waterproof trousers and black shoes.
Officers say they are becoming increasingly concerned about Kathleen and want to make sure she is safe and well.
Anyone with information about Kathleen’s whereabouts should contact police on 0161 856 7969.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Firefighters tackle blaze involving "400 vehicles" at industrial estate in Wigan

Firefighters are tackling a blaze at an industrial estate in Wigan .
Around 400 vehicles are said to be involved in the fire , which took hold at the Kirkless Industrial Estate , in Aspull , in the early hours of Saturday morning ( November 14 ) .
Residents are being asked to keep their doors and windows closed as smoke is billowing from the site .
Motorists are also being asked to stay away and keep streets clear to allow access for emergency services vehicles .
Cale Lane is currently blocked off due to the building fire and smoke @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Fire and Rescue Service ( GMFRS ) were called to reports of a fire at 5.45am .
Teams using eight fire engines from Wigan , Leigh , Atherton , Salford , Bolton , Stockport and Rochdale are working to bring the blaze under control .
Firefighters are using six jets and one spray plate as well as specialist appliances - the Stinger and the Scorpion - to fight the fire .
GMFRS said crews are also working with local partners to “ reduce the environmental impact of the fire ” .
“ The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ scaled back , ” they said .
“ Firefighters remain at the scene while they work to ensure the fire is fully extinguished .
“ Local residents are being asked to keep their windows and doors closed at this time due to the large quantity of smoke issuing from the fire .
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Firefighters are tackling a blaze at an industrial estate in Wigan.
Around 400 vehicles are said to be involved in the fire, which took hold at the Kirkless Industrial Estate, in Aspull, in the early hours of Saturday morning (November 14).
Residents are being asked to keep their doors and windows closed as smoke is billowing from the site.
Motorists are also being asked to stay away and keep streets clear to allow access for emergency services vehicles.
Cale Lane is currently blocked off due to the building fire and smoke blowing across the road.
Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) were called to reports of a fire at 5.45am.
Teams using eight fire engines from Wigan, Leigh, Atherton, Salford, Bolton, Stockport and Rochdale are working to bring the blaze under control.
Firefighters are using six jets and one spray plate as well as specialist appliances - the Stinger and the Scorpion - to fight the fire.
GMFRS said crews are also working with local partners to “reduce the environmental impact of the fire”.
“The incident is in the process of being scaled back,” they said.
“Firefighters remain at the scene while they work to ensure the fire is fully extinguished.
“Local residents are being asked to keep their windows and doors closed at this time due to the large quantity of smoke issuing from the fire.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-11-14--Salford 'miles off it' in Bolton defeat, says Ammies boss Wellens

New Salford City boss Richie Wellens admitted that the Ammies were 'miles off it ' in their loss to Bolton Wanderers .
The Ammies succumbed to a 2-0 defeat when Eoin Doyle gave Wanderers a first half lead before Jordan Turnbull 's own goal after the break helped ensure Bolton picked up their second home win of the campaign .
It was Wellens ' first League Two game in charge of Salford since leaving Swindon Town to take over the reigns at the Peninsula Stadium .
And the new Salford boss admitted that his side were 'miles off it ' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ side , believing the Ammies were 'really poor ' overall .
He said : `` The first half was really poor .
Too many turnovers , too many players we couldn ’ t really trust on the ball .
`` There was no energy and with second balls in midfield , they won every single second ball even though the shape was matched up and it was three v three in there .
Overall , it was really poor . ''
On Turnbull 's own goal , Wellens was frustrated that it came @ @ @ @ @ @ @ between him and goalkeeper Vaclav Hladky .
And he issued a warning to his players over certain aspects of his sides play he noticed against the Trotters .
He said : `` It ’ s frustrating because they ’ re two experienced players , you ’ re not talking about a 19 and a 20-year-old .
You ’ re talking about two experienced players and all they need to do is just communicate and the ball goes aimlessly through to the goalkeeper .
`` It was a turning point in the game .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a bit of trouble at that stage of the game but you can ’ t start like that , go 1-0 down and give yourselves an upward task when they didn ’ t really do anything to really affect the game .
`` We just gave the ball away too many times in our own half playing straight balls in the middle of the pitch so it was really really poor .
`` Sometimes you ’ ve got to trust the players .
Never would we practice playing straight balls through the middle @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s just up to the players that are doing it themselves and if they carry on doing it then they won ’ t play . ''
The defeat at the University of Bolton was Wellens ' third game in charge of the Ammies in all competitions .
He has previously overseen victories in the FA Cup over Hartlepool United and in the Papa John 's Trophy over Rochdale .
And Wellens beleives he has discovered a lot about his new side in the three games played so far , which have all been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was a game where they came and sat in and we struggled to break them down .
`` Tuesday was really really good intense football , passing and tonight was a team that was quite open and quite easy to play against but we never do it and if you play against a team that are open and you give the ball away , then obviously they ’ re open to cause you problems .
`` I ’ ve seen three different styles , three different oppositions in the way they play .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ''

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New Salford City boss Richie Wellens admitted that the Ammies were 'miles off it' in their loss to Bolton Wanderers.
The Ammies succumbed to a 2-0 defeat when Eoin Doyle gave Wanderers a first half lead before Jordan Turnbull's own goal after the break helped ensure Bolton picked up their second home win of the campaign.
It was Wellens' first League Two game in charge of Salford since leaving Swindon Town to take over the reigns at the Peninsula Stadium.
And the new Salford boss admitted that his side were 'miles off it' in the loss to Ian Evatt's side, believing the Ammies were 'really poor' overall.
He said: "The first half was really poor. Too many turnovers, too many players we couldn’t really trust on the ball.
"There was no energy and with second balls in midfield, they won every single second ball even though the shape was matched up and it was three v three in there. Overall, it was really poor."
On Turnbull's own goal, Wellens was frustrated that it came about due to a lack of communication between him and goalkeeper Vaclav Hladky.
And he issued a warning to his players over certain aspects of his sides play he noticed against the Trotters.
He said: "It’s frustrating because they’re two experienced players, you’re not talking about a 19 and a 20-year-old. You’re talking about two experienced players and all they need to do is just communicate and the ball goes aimlessly through to the goalkeeper.
"It was a turning point in the game. We was looking like we was causing a bit of trouble at that stage of the game but you can’t start like that, go 1-0 down and give yourselves an upward task when they didn’t really do anything to really affect the game.
"We just gave the ball away too many times in our own half playing straight balls in the middle of the pitch so it was really really poor.
"Sometimes you’ve got to trust the players. Never would we practice playing straight balls through the middle of the pitch.
"That’s just up to the players that are doing it themselves and if they carry on doing it then they won’t play."
The defeat at the University of Bolton was Wellens' third game in charge of the Ammies in all competitions.
He has previously overseen victories in the FA Cup over Hartlepool United and in the Papa John's Trophy over Rochdale.
And Wellens beleives he has discovered a lot about his new side in the three games played so far, which have all been different.
He said: "Hartlepool was a game where they came and sat in and we struggled to break them down.
"Tuesday was really really good intense football, passing and tonight was a team that was quite open and quite easy to play against but we never do it and if you play against a team that are open and you give the ball away, then obviously they’re open to cause you problems.
"I’ve seen three different styles, three different oppositions in the way they play. We were miles off it today."