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Scottish Sun
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Marcus Rashford ‘grows close' to stunning semi-pro padel player as pair are spotted on swanky St Tropez holiday
ENGLAND football ace Marcus Rashford appears to have found a real smasher in semi-pro padel star Jaki Palm. The Manchester United star, 27, was this week pictured chatting to the Swedish beauty and a female pal in St Tropez. 7 Marcus Rashford appears to have found a real smasher in semi-pro padel star Jaki Palm 7 Marcus was this week pictured chatting to the Swedish beauty and a female pal in St Tropez Credit: BackGrid 7 Jaki is based in Dubai is understood to have connected with Rashford when he visited in April She was seen in the French resort gazing attentively at the forward who had several chains around his neck. Jaki is based in Dubai is understood to have connected with Rashford when he visited in April. A source said: 'Marcus went to have rehab for a hamstring injury in Dubai and was introduced to Jaki. 'She then joined him with his mates and another woman in St Tropez for a holiday. It's all very casual but Jaki has told her friends she's grown close to him. READ MORE ON RASHFORD FRENCH CONNECTION Utd star Rashford spotted with mystery woman on St Tropez break 'She's being very coy about it. But Marcus is playing the field like young men his age. He is just having fun in the Premier League off-season and he's had a rough time with his hamstring so to see him having a laugh is what the doctor ordered.' Jaki describes herself as an entrepreneur and often shares sexy selfies on her Instagram account, which has 10,000 followers. She also creates content that she says gives her followers 'a front row seat to my padel journey.' On a subscription site for fans, Jaki wrote: 'From epic rallies to behind-the-scenes chaos — follow me for laughs, skills and everything padel.' Padel, a cross between tennis and squash, is one of the world's fastest-growing racket sports. Marcus, who spent last season on loan at Aston Villa, was last linked to Love Island: All Stars' Grace Jackson. Rashford to Inter Milan? Man Utd Star Eyes Shock Serie A Move! She opened up about their complex relationship on the ITV show earlier this year. She said: 'We weren't dating but we were chatting a little and texting. It's difficult because he can't go out and just go on a normal date. 'All these f****g United fans were like commenting, thousands of comments on my pictures, like, 'cause they loved me. 'When the article came out (about them) he scored two goals and he hadn't scored for ages, so they said, 'You fixed him'.' 7 The beauty also creates content that she says gives her followers 'a front row seat to my padel journey' 7 Jaki describes herself as an entrepreneur 7 Jaki often shares sexy selfies on her Instagram account, which has 10,000 followers
The Sun
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
France minister wants tougher sentences for ‘violence' against cops
FRENCH Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin said on Tuesday he wanted tougher punishments for anyone found guilty of 'violence' against law enforcement officers, after arrests this weekend during football celebrations. Police detained hundreds of people during festivities following Paris Saint-Germain's football Champions League win in Germany on Saturday and their triumphant return home the following day. The PSG thrashed Inter Milan by a record 5-0 to win the biggest prize in European club football for the first time. The victory sparked delirious celebrations in France but was also marred by some violence. Police arrested 563 people on Saturday night, the interior ministry said, after more than 200 cars were torched and police clashed with youths. In the southwest town of Dax, a 17-year-old boy died after being stabbed in the chest. A 23-year-old man riding a scooter in central Paris also died after a vehicle hit him. Authorities detained 79 others on Sunday night, including for allegedly firing fireworks at security forces, trying to vandalise shops and blocking traffic. Some of these appeared in court on Monday, with three hearings resulting in suspended sentences of two to eight months, along with a 500-euro ($570) fine, the Paris prosecutor's office said. Around 20 more suspects were set to be tried on Tuesday. Darmanin, who has expressed interest in standing in the 2027 presidential election, argued the first court sentences were not tough enough. 'Some of the sentences for violence -- including against law enforcement officers and for destruction of property -- are not proportional to the level of violence our country is experiencing,' the former interior minister said. 'The law needs to radically change,' he added. Darmanin called for an end to obligatory adjustments for jail terms of fewer than six months, which for example allow detainees to serve time at home with an electronic bracelet. He called for an end to suspended sentences in such cases and a law to set up a 'systematic minimum sentence' for those found guilty. He suggested 'a minimum of three months in jail for any assault against a representative of the state or a very steep fine for any destruction'. Receiving the triumphant team at the Elysee palace on Sunday, President Emmanuel Macron condemned what he called 'unacceptable' violence during the festivities. Many of the stars of PSG, one of the youngest in the competition, are drawn from the huge football talent pool in the Paris suburbs. A total of 11.5 million people tuned in across France to watch the match.
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
West Ham ace Mavropanos and girlfriend Lina Schwenger frolic on beach and kiss in sea as they enjoy Mykonos break
The couple have previously dropped hints about their romance IN A BUBBLE West Ham ace Mavropanos and girlfriend Lina Schwenger frolic on beach and kiss in sea as they enjoy Mykonos break Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) KONSTANTINOS MAVROPANOS and girlfriend Lina Schwenger shared a kiss in the sea while on holiday. The defender is enjoying some time in the sun after the Premier League season came to an end last month. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Konstantinos Mavropanos and his girlfriend Lina Schwenger enjoyed a trip to Mykonos 4 The couple shared a romantic kiss in the sea 4 Mavropanos enjoyed some relaxation time before meeting up with the Greece squad He decided to have a getaway with his partner while he could - as he is now back on international duty. Mavropanos, 27, shared a video of himself kitted out in Greece gear ahead of their upcoming friendlies. But in the two weeks he had to himself he jetted out to one of the islands in his native country - Mykonos. And there he took a trip to the beach with his student girlfriend Lina. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL FRENCH CONNECTION Utd star Rashford spotted with mystery woman on St Tropez break The pair played on the sand, running after one another. While they also shared a loved-up kiss in the sea while arm in arm. The couple beamed from ear to ear with Lina stunning in a black bikini. Mavropanos and Lina have publically commented on each other's Instagram pages, with Lina calling her partner "cheri" and writing under one post: "🤭😍" BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS Mavropanos is set to line up for Greece this week in their friendly against Slovakia, with Bulgaria to come next week. The West Ham star has won 35 caps for his country. West Ham's Jarrod Bowen jets off on stag do in wedding dress – but father-in-law Danny Dyer is not there He featured in 35 games for the Hammers this season, helping them finish 14th in the Premier League.
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Jack Wilshere set to follow in Wayne Rooney's footsteps with ex-Arsenal star on shortlist to land Plymouth job
The former England star is likely to take the job if offered JACK'S PILGRIMAGE Jack Wilshere set to follow in Wayne Rooney's footsteps with ex-Arsenal star on shortlist to land Plymouth job Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) JACK WILSHERE is a frontrunner to land the Plymouth job. The former England midfielder, who was caretaker boss at Norwich for the final two games of the season, is set to have talks with the club this summer. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Jack Wilshere is a frontrunner to take on the Plymouth manager's job Credit: Getty 3 Plymouth are hunting for a replacement for Schalke-bound Miron Muslic Credit: PA The Pilgrims are looking for a new boss after Miron Muslic left to join Schalke. Former Huddersfield manager David Wagner and ex-Bolton manager Ian Evatt are also in the frame. Wilshere, 32, is likely to take the job if it is offered by Plymouth, who suffered relegation to League One despite an upturn in results under Muslic. But the club could not recover after a poor run under Wilshere's former England team-mate Wayne Rooney who endured a torrid seven months in the south-west before being axed on December 31. READ MORE SPORT STORIES FRENCH CONNECTION Utd star Rashford spotted with mystery woman on St Tropez break Ex-midfielder Wilshere was Under-18s boss at Arsenal before being appointed as Norwich's first team coach in October. He took over as interim manager at Carrow Road after the sacking of Johannes Hoff Thorup. Wilshere wanted the job on a permanent basis but left the club after being told he would not get it. The Canaries are due to announce Bristol City's Liam Manning as their new manager this week. CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS Plymouth were left angry after Muslic "broke promises" in quitting to join Schalke. Shortly prior to his exit, a bitter club statement read: "Argyle can confirm that we have reluctantly allowed Head Coach Miron Muslic to open talks with a 2. Bundesliga side after he expressed his desire to speak with the German team and not return to England. Footballers are great role models… but they need to be able to go partying, like I did, says Jack Wilshere "Despite regular communication since the end of the season, and no mention of any issues, Miron has now made it clear that, after extended periods away from his family, this opportunity provides him the chance to be closer to them after four years on the road. "We are frustrated by this decision, having implemented clear structures, processes and personnel to aid Miron and his coaching staff as we look to return to the Sky Bet Championship at the earliest opportunity. "Not only that, the club have also moved quickly to bring in new signings and received repeated verbal promises from Miron that he was committed to Argyle and would do everything to help the club bounce back to the second tier. "Muslic joined the Greens in January 2025, on a three-and-a-half-year contract, after a period out of the game having departed Cercle Brugge. "He will now leave Argyle just four months into that long-term commitment."
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Man Utd tipped to sack Ruben Amorim and replace him with JURGEN KLOPP by former rival
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MANCHESTER UNITED should axe Ruben Amorim and bring in JURGEN KLOPP, according to Martin Keown. The Red Devils boss, 40, is under pressure following a dismal campaign in which United finished 15th in the Premier League and scored just 44 goals. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Martin Keown reckons Man Utd should try to get Jurgen Klopp in as manager Credit: Reuters 4 Ruben Amorim is under increasing pressure as Man Utd boss Credit: Getty 4 Martin Keown shockingly suggested Man Utd chase old rival Jurgen Klopp Credit: Getty Losing the Europa League final stole any chance of a bright finish to the season, with there to be no European football to speak of at Old Trafford in 2025-26. And former Arsenal star Keown, 58, a former fierce rival of Man Utd following his infamous clash with Ruud van Nistelrooy in 2003, has suggested Liverpool legend Klopp to turn things around at his former foes. Speaking on talkSPORT, Keown said: "After so many losses, I'm still concerned that maybe this isn't the right manager for Manchester United. "It's going to be a very interesting start to next season for them. READ MORE SPORT STORIES FRENCH CONNECTION Utd star Rashford spotted with mystery woman on St Tropez break "But they could do a lot worse than go and get Jurgen Klopp to manage their football club. "I'm not trying to sensationalise. I believe he could do an incredible job there... "And I believe they need somebody with more experience than the current manager." When asked to confirm his thought by his co-pundits, Keown snapped: "Why not? He's done a rebuilding job before." CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS Klopp, 57, left Liverpool at the end of last season and appeared to rule out a return to club management. Instead, the German took the role of head of global soccer for Red Bull GmbH in January 2025. Arne Slot shows his class as he leads Anfield in chant about Jurgen Klopp after sealing 20th title for Liverpool The former Borussia Dortmund chief spent nine years at Liverpool, in which time he developed a reputation for being one of the best managers on the planet. Klopp was the manager to finally break Liverpool's Premier League title drought, in the 2019-20 season and also won the Champions League in 2018-19. As well as reaching two further Champions League finals in that time, Klopp helped Liverpool win one FA Cup, two League Cups, one Community Shield, the Club World Cup and Super Cup. But since leaving, replacement Arne Slot won the Premier League on his first attempt, in what was meant to be a rebuild year. Man Utd are expected to stand by Amorim this summer, despite a shambolic season. However, the club are not expected to be able to buy any new players until they sell, with a number of players - such as Antony and Jadon Sancho - expected to leave. Bruno Fernandes could also leave, with Al-Hilal set to offer him a mega-money deal, in a massive blow to United. The Red Devils have already missed out on top striker target Liam Delap this summer, with the Ipswich star set to join Chelsea. They're now believed to be turning to Al-Hilal's former Fulham star Aleksandar Mitrovic to solve their goalscoring woes.
