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Daily Mail
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- Daily Mail
Rio Ferdinand lands 'surprise new Man United role' - as Premier League icon prepares to replace him on TNT Sports
Rio Ferdinand is reportedly poised to work with Manchester United in a surprise new role for the coming months. The former United defender stepped away from his punditry role with TNT Sports in May after more than a decade of service. During the club's tour of the United States this summer, the 46-year-old was involved in media and commercial content. That included keeping a tour diary, documenting his travels around New York and Chicago and sharing his thoughts on the team's performances. He also starred on-camera in player interviews and helped out with matchday content as part of a short-term deal. According to The Sun, Ferdinand is 'likely' continue to work with them on a freelance basis over the next few months in a similar capacity. Rio Ferdinand is reportedly set to continue his media and commercial role with Man United There were reports that he was planning to move to Dubai with his wife Kate after he left TNT The same applies to Gary Neville, though he will have his ongoing commitment with Sky Sports. Meanwhile, Gareth Bale has joined TNT Sports as Ferdinand's replacement, as per The Guardian. Bale will work with the broadcaster across their Premier League and Champions League coverage for the 2025-26 campaign. The former Tottenham, Real Madrid, and Wales star has already dipped his toe into punditry for a handful of games last season. He made his 'debut' for TNT Sports in the Champions League when Liverpool beat Real Madrid 2-0 and also took up a mic in the Europa League final between Spurs and Manchester United. Bale was also involved in DAZN and Channel 5's coverage of the Club World Cup. Speaking about his TNT Sports exit earlier this season, Ferdinand said: 'Since retiring from football it has been a privilege talking about the game I love for a decade for sports fans watching on BT Sport and TNT Sports. 'I want to acknowledge the tremendous support from the team behind the scenes whose hard work often goes unseen but has been essential to our success. Gareth Bale will reportedly replace Ferdinand at TNT Sports for the coming campaign 'To everyone at TNT Sports, we have a brilliant end to the season to look forward to on Saturday and for now all focus will be on what I think could go down as one of the great European finals. 'The network continues to thrive with more rights than ever. I know I look forward to following its progress and the exciting future that lies ahead. 'Lastly I would like to thank my family and my management company New Era for their ongoing support. They have supported me to travel all over Europe following the best players and watching the best matches.' 'I'm excited about what the future holds, spending more time with my family focusing on Rio Ferdinand Presents and my other business interests. 'I hope to stay connected with all of you in different capacities. Thank you once again for everything.' There were reports that he had been planning to move to Dubai with his wife Kate Ferdinand and their family.
Scottish Sun
2 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
Celebrity Big Brother fan shocked as JoJo Siwa & Chris Hughes offer to help look after her baby on cruise in sweet video
A CELEBRITY Big Brother fan was left shocked when JoJo Siwa and her boyfriend Chris Hughes offered to help her look after her baby on a cruise. The happy couple, who found love earlier this year, have just enjoyed a holiday with their families, and were caught in a sweet moment. 6 A Celebrity Big Brother fans shared a clip of JoJo Siwa and Chris Hughes helping her with her baby Credit: @rachsullivan_ / TikTok 6 The adorable video showed the couple cuddling the tot Credit: @rachsullivan_ / TikTok 6 The pair were sad to leave their cruise together Credit: Instagram / chrishughesofficial 6 Chris and JoJo fell in love on Celebrity Big Brother Credit: ITV Whilst cruising on the impressive vessel the Star of the Seas, Chris. 32, and JoJo, 22, thrilled a fan onboard the ship. In a video posted on TikTok, a woman revealed how the showbiz couple had offered to help her out with her baby. In the sweet clip, Chris and JoJo were seen cuddling the tot. The baby's mum wrote over her TikTok video: "When kind souls offer to hold your baby so you can be hands free for a moment and now your baby won't let you take her back." Chris and JoJo weren't alone on their cruise as they took their families along with them. A source previously told The Sun: 'JoJo, her entire family and Chris are off on their first family holiday together onboard the Star of the Seas. "The mega-ship boasts a full-blown water park, non-stop entertainment and more deck space than you can shake a sun lounger at - and weirdly, Chris isn't worried about spending so much time with his in-laws on the ocean. "It's taking things to the next level - they're really serious about each other.' The two lovebirds are currently navigating a long distance romance, as JoJo is US-based, while Chris lives in the UK. As there cruise came to a end they posted a selfie of themselves looking sad and having to say "goodbye" again. JoJo Siwa breaks down in tears after boyfriend Chris Hughes accidentally triggers memories of bully abuse They were seen pouting in their latest picture posted to Chris' page. In his caption, the former Love Island hunk wrote: "Home time," and a sad Emoji face. The couple previously confirmed their romance after meeting on Celebrity Big Brother earlier this year. They spent a large chunk of time in the house cuddling and snuggling, despite JoJo's then-relationship with Kath Ebbs. Just hours after finishing in third place on the ITV series, JoJo dumped Kath at the after-party. Chris recently opened about how "totally in love" he is with JoJo. "I am really in love with this one," he told the Daily Mail. "She is my princess, she is a good one." 6 The pair kept fans up-to-date with their luxury cruise Credit: TikTok It came after he opened up to the Sun's Fabulous Magazine about the backlash he has faced after he went official with their relationship. He told us: "I've had more people call me 'gay' in the last two months of my life than ever before. "But it doesn't bother me – as long as people aren't nasty, opinions are fine." He added: "Meeting Joelle gave me this magical feeling. "She is the most precious person….I'm obsessed with her. "I'd do anything for her."
Scottish Sun
2 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
Love Island winner Toni breaks silence on plans to move to the UK as romance with Cach heats up
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LOVE Island winner Toni Laites has revealed that she has NO plans to return to the United States following her victory on the reality TV show. The star collected the £50,000 prize alongside her partner Cach Mercer and she has re-affirmed her plans to settle down in the UK after jetting straight to London from the Majorcan villa. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 Love Island winner Toni Laites has revealed her plans to move to the UK Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 5 The couple won the hit TV show after becoming the fan-favourites Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 5 The couple are still going strong Credit: Shutterstock Editorial Las Vegas-based Toni had been working as a pool waitress in the exclusive Vegas day-party scene but it now appears she is turning her back on life in the States for life in London. Speaking to The Sun and other press at the launch of ITV's newest reality strand, Toni admitted that she was fully concentrating on the UK. The 25-year-old told The Sun: "I am here [London] for god-knows how long at this point. "I feel like I'm definitely gonna have to find somewhere to live. Read More on Love Island CRACKIN' ON Love Island's Shakira and Toni share a passionate snog on boozy night out "America is not for me at this point." When asked if she felt like she'd been adopted by the UK as an honorary Brit, Toni smiled as she said: "Yes, I think so!" Toni and Cach clinched the title of Love Island winners last week and have been riding the wave ever since. News of Toni's decision to remain in the UK comes after we revealed she was set to be approached by ITV execs in starring in her own series following her returning to Las Vegas to re-visit her pre-villa life. It is likely that the series would now take the format of showing her Love Island besties Shakira Khan and Yasmin Pettit what she used to get up too in Las Vegas having decided not to leave the UK. An insider told The Sun: 'It's super early days as she's only just left the villa but there's talk of Toni being lined up for a spin off based around her life in Vegas as a cabana girl. Love Island's Shakira and Toni share a passionate snog on boozy night out "Shakira and Yas (and Cach!) would feature and her mum would also make appearances. "Love Island fans have been loving Leslie on the show and on TikTok! "ITV bosses love the energy that Toni brings to the table and her one-liners. She's got a bright future ahead of her on TV. "She'll go into talks about future plans this week.' Toni made history with her Love Island win as she became the first ever US star to win the UK version of the contest. LOVE ISLAND VOTING PERCENTAGES TONI and Cach won the Love Island 2025 final - yet what were the exact voting percentages? Las Vegas waitress Toni Laites and professional dancer Cach Mercer went head-to-head with OG islanders Shakira Khan and Harry Cooksley in a nail-biting finale. However, Toni and Cach were triumphant and won the summer series after surviving a love triangle just two weeks before the final. A results table shared on Love Island's Instagram account this afternoon showed Toni and Cach were the runaway winners on the night, taking over a third of the votes, with 33.5% of viewers backing them for the crown. However, Shakira and Harry drew a sizeable 26.2% of the votes, and Yas and Jamie were not far behind taking 22% on the nose. Aesthetics practitioner Angel, 26, only made her debut on July 17, but managed to secure an impressive 18.3% of the overall voting audience with Casa Amor boy Ty. 5 Toni and Cach's romance appears to be heating up Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
