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The Irish Sun
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Former Championship manager, 44, now working at Bristol Airport as picture of him in uniform goes viral
A FORMER Championship manager has swapped wingers for wings - by taking a job at Bristol Airport. And fans could barely believe their eyes as he opted for a high-viz instead of a high line. 2 Luke Williams was dismissed as Swansea manager in February Credit: Getty 2 He has taken on a new job helping those with mobility difficulties at Bristol Airport Credit: Ex-Swindon and Notts County chief Luke Williams was Swansea boss from January 2024 until his The London-born gaffer, 44, was placed on gardening leave. But despite no doubt receiving a pay-off from the Welsh club when axed four months ago, he was keen to do something worthwhile during his time out of the game. So much so that as he awaits a new stint in a dugout, kind-hearted Williams has undertaken a gig helping disabled and limited-mobility passengers around the Bristol Airport terminal, as reported by READ MORE ON FOOTBALL He started the job two weeks ago. And it did not take long for a photo of him at his new workplace to go viral. The snap showed humble Williams wearing his yellow reflective vest uniform and lanyard coming out of the lift in Bristol. An Most read in Football CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS One replied: "He's just doing this because he's bored, he genuinely doesn't care about others' opinions and you have to respect it." Another commented: "Fair play to the guy." Former Premier League manager is told 'f--- you' by his own player before he shushes him in furious Club World Cup row A third joked: "Managing in the top flight." A fourth added: "Cardiff City fan here with nothing but respect for this. Call me woke if you want. (*best believe I'll turn up in full bluebirds kit when I fly out next week)" And a final person typed: "Clearly has a massive work ethic. Good luck to him!" Williams told He also revealed how he loaded lorries for BHS and drove minibuses to and from nightclubs and airports to fund his early coaching career. In those days, he collected £1.50 for every player who attended his sessions. Williams also applied for an electrician course when he left his coaching role with
The Irish Sun
24-04-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Man Utd files: Hojlund offered escape route in partial swap deal with ex-Prem star and Cunha back-up plan revealed
RASMUS HOJLUND could be offered a potential escape route from his Manchester United debacle by former club Atalanta. And that could see a partial swap deal bringing Advertisement 8 Atalanta want to re-sign Rasmus Hojlund Credit: Getty 8 Hojlund left Atalanta to join the Red Devils in 2023 Credit: Getty 8 The Red Devils could look for a swap deal involving Ademola Lookman Credit: Getty The Danish striker is suffering from the 'curse of the Old Trafford centre-forward' and experiencing a nightmare campaign. Advertisement Indeed, aside from last season's spell which saw him net seven goals across a six-game Prem scoring streak, he has just six other top flight goals across 52 matches. Since scoring his only top-flight goal since early December in last month's win at doomed And the £72million signing endured the ultimate ego blow when Despite that, Hojlund, 22, remains a firm favourite among the Atalanta supporters and the Serie A side are ready to make a move in the summer if There is also interest from clubs in Germany, but Atalanta believe Hojlund, described by former England skipper Alan Shearer as a 'damaged player' after the weekend defeat by Wolves, would be open-minded to a return to the club where he made his name. Advertisement Atalanta scouts have watched his recent matches and remain in touch with the players' representatives, who ensured he left the club on good terms two years ago. But an extra element in any deal could involve former The London-born winger, 27, who opted to play for Nigeria despite winning 11 England Under-21 caps, is thought to be open to a move to Old Trafford. 8 How the two strikers' league form compares Ruud van Nistelrooy reveals son's name was inspired by former Man Utd team-mate who tragically died A player plus cash swap would help United's PSR position as they would otherwise have to agree a £38m fee this summer to avoid an accounts book 'loss'. Advertisement MC IS PLAN B United are making fall-back transfer plans in case they fail to land Wolves' Brazilian hitman While interest in the £62.5m Molineux man is concrete, Old Trafford powerbrokers are determined not to throw all their eggs into the Brazilian basket. 8 United are targeting a move for Matheus Cunha Credit: Getty 8 Liam Delap is also among the club's targets Credit: Alamy Feelers have already gone out for both Advertisement Although neither is top of the list, United are seeking to refresh the profile and financial make-up of their squad after That is despite the prospect of a £100m-plus black hole in income next term unless the club wins the Europa League to qualify for a Champions League return. Another potential recruit, Ipswich's England under-21 striker Suggestions of a serious move for Nigerian Advertisement The future of keeper Onana's foolish A NEW SIGNING? Meanwhile, The Brazilian was targeted by the autograph hunters and selfie-seekers who traditionally gather outside the Theatre of Dreams after games. Cunha was obliging - getting into the habit in case he makes it his permanent home in the summer. Advertisement Several family members also made the trip to watch him and his father Carmelo was also asked for pictures by enthusiastic United fans. NAME CHANGE Anyone covering United games recently will have noticed a new name on the team-sheet. That's because you can hardly miss it. January signing The name hails from the Igbo region in Nigeria and is important to the Denmark international's family – as it means 'God answers prayers' Will he answer the prayers of Dorgu and United fans in the Europa League semi-finals next week though? Advertisement 8 Patrick Dorgu has asked for 'Chinazaekpere' to be included in the middle Credit: Getty END OF THE ROAD? United are currently weighing up whether to take the four players whose contracts expire this summer on their controversial end-of-season tour to the Far East. Jonny Evans, Christian Eriksen, Victor Lindelof and Yet all those travelling to Hong Kong and Malaysia will be quickly herded off to Manchester airport to take part in the two match trip, which is expected to net the club around £10m. Given all four players are unlikely to ever pull on a United shirt again for a competitive game, it seems slightly pointless. Advertisement COMEBACK KINGS? Red Devils fans should not despair if they find themselves behind again in their Europa League semi-final – just as they did on that famous night against Lyon. Opponents Athletic Bilbao are coached by former He was Barcelona coach when And a year later he watched as Lionel Messi and Co somehow squandered a 3-0 lead from the first leg in a disastrous night at Anfield. The veteran coach will not relax until the final whistle goes at Old Trafford on May 8. Advertisement 8 Ernesto Valverde has been on the wrong end of two famous European comebacks Credit: Getty
