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Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Ashley Young, 40, set for shock free transfer to ex-Premier League club after Watford priced out of emotional reunion
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ASHLEY YOUNG is heading to Ipswich after a fairytale return to Watford fell through. Young, 40, last played in the English second tier nearly 20 years ago but could be back there next season. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Ashley Young left Everton at the end of last season and was expected to sign for Watford Credit: Alamy 4 Young was part of the Hornet team that won promotion to the Premier League in 2006 Credit: Alamy 4 Young spent five seasons at Manchester United Credit: Alan Walter - The Times The former England star is looking for a new club after leaving Everton at the end of last season. Young had appeared set to join Watford, where it all started for him as a kid in 1995. But talkSPORT now report that the ex-Manchester United star will join Ipswich instead. Watford were so keen on a reunion they even eyed him as captain. But reports suggest wages became an issue and the Hornets will now have to watch him rock up at Portman Road instead. Young burst onto the scene with Watford in 2003, before sealing a big-money £8million move to Aston Villa in 2007. Since then, he's packed in 485 top-flight appearances, lifted SIX trophies with United, and even bagged a Serie A title with Inter Milan. Now, after being released by Everton in May, the veteran full-back is ready for one last dance with the Tractor Boys. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK Ipswich and Watford go head-to-head on November 4 at Portman Road where if everything goes well will see Young take on Watford. The return leg is February 24 at Vicarage Road. Watford unveil 2025/26 home shirt but refuse to show key feature Young will be linking up with Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna, who coached him at Old Trafford under the likes of Mourinho, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Ralf Rangnick. McKenna's been busy in the transfer market too, bringing in Dutch midfield dynamo Azor Matusiwa. He's also signed ex-Baggies defender Cedric Kipre and veteran stopper David Button. After a brutal relegation last term, Ipswich are aiming to bounce straight back to the Prem and they're banking on Young's experience to guide the way. 4 TRANSFER NEWS LIVE - KEEP UP WITH ALL THE LATEST FROM A BUSY SUMMER WINDOW
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Sir Alex Ferguson spotted at popular Glasgow restaurant as buzzing chef says meeting icon was ‘an unforgettable honour'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SIR ALEX FERGUSON is one of the most recognisable faces in Scottish football. The legendary ex-Manchester United and Aberdeen boss is regularly spotted whenever he makes a return to his former stadiums Old Trafford and Pittodrie. 1 Sir Alex with delighted staff at a popular Glasgow restaurant Credit: Instagram But this week the Scottish football icon actually paid another one of his old clubs a visit - Rangers. Sir Alex was at the Auchenhowie training centre earlier in the week and caught up with some of Rangers' current staff and players. Rangers Women captain Nicola Docherty shared a picture of herself alongside the managerial great in the training centre as she beamed on social media: "Met a legend today, Sir Alex!" But she wasn't the only one who managed to grab the 83-year-old for a picture. Ferguson was also spotted in Glasgow's city centre as he headed to a popular restaurant which has previously hosted other celebrities affiliated with Rangers, including Gordon Ramsay. The restaurant he visited was Ox and Finch in Sauchiehall Street. The much-loved diner closed for refurbishments last year, leaving locals and regulars gutted. But it reopened in April and it's as popular as ever with their latest additions, including an outdoor dining space. Ferguson was the latest big-name to enjoy a meal at the eatery as delighted staff shared pictures alongside the Man Utd and Aberdeen legend. Head chef Craig Nelson uploaded a photo on Instagram showing him standing next to the icon and other members of staff. 'What did he expect?' - Sir Alex Ferguson looks 'absolutely disgusted' in new footage from Man Utd Europa League loss He wrote: "An unforgettable honour to cook for a true legend." Many of the chef's followers were just as excited to see Sir Alex in the popular venue. One person wrote: "Fabulous Craig. 💛" Another said: "Great picture!" While a third added: "Brilliant 🙌" Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Daily Mirror
Ex-England captain Paul Ince banned from driving for 12 months for drink-driving
Former England captain Paul Ince, 57, has been disqualified from driving for 12 months and ordered to pay £7,085 after pleading guilty to drink-driving at Chester Magistrates' Court. The ex-Manchester United and Liverpool midfielder crashed his Range Rover into the central reservation near Neston, in Cheshire, on back in June with police attending the scene and later arresting him. The crash happened near Heswall Golf Club - a location where Ince has previously posted pictures from on Instagram. Cheshire Police confirmed at the time that Ince had been bailed to appear at Chester Magistrates' Court on July 18, where he has now been banned. - This is a breaking news story. Follow us on
Scottish Sun
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
‘We need to take care of him' – Fears at Newmarket as £2million horse suffers ‘freak accident' and is pulled from race
Hopefully there is no lasting damage MR WRITER 'We need to take care of him' – Fears at Newmarket as £2million horse suffers 'freak accident' and is pulled from race FOOTBALL superagent Kia Joorabchian will be praying for good news on his new £2million horse - after he suffered a 'freak accident' just minutes before the big race. Joorabchian, who looked after players such as ex-Manchester United and Man City star Carlos Tevez and Arsenal hero Willian, splashed the huge sum on Ghostwriter at last month's sales. Advertisement He was even money favourite for the Princess Of Wales's Stakes at Newmarket until disaster struck. It meant Ghostwriter was dramatically pulled from the £125,000 Group 2 on the advice of the racecourse vets. The horse was seen limping back to his box after rearing in his box. Trainer Clive Cox said: "It was a freak accident. We were just putting the saddle on and he reared up. Advertisement "He is clearly very lame and we won't take part on the back of that. "We're very sorry for everyone and the owners - but his health is the priority. "He was limping and we need to take care of him." Joorabchian signed a cheque for £2m for Group 2 winner Ghostwriter less than a month ago at the ultra-exclusive Goffs London Sale. Advertisement Explaining how he came to land the horse, he said at the time: "To be honest, my son picked this horse out a little while ago and he said, 'We've got to buy this!'" Joorabchian has made waves in the sport with some huge spending under the banner of his Amo Racing operation. And he has had plenty of success too, most notably with Champion Stakes winner and Derby runner-up King Of Steel. But he will be desperate to know all is OK with his newest recruit after he was shown walking gingerly away from the racecourse. Advertisement More to follow. FREE BETS - GET THE BEST SIGN UP DEALS AND RACING OFFERS Commercial content notice: Taking one of the offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. You should be aware brands pay fees to appear in the highest placements on the page. 18+. T&Cs apply. Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chases their losses Doesn't gamble if they're upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – Gamble Aware – Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.
Scottish Sun
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Man Utd legend Nemanja Vidic reveals Cristiano Ronaldo moment that transformed Sir Alex Ferguson's entire approach
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CRISTIANO Ronaldo was the reason Sir Alex Ferguson cooled his infamous hairdryer treatment, according to Nemanja Vidic. The ex-Manchester United defender joined the star-studded Red Devils from Spartak Moscow for £7million in 2006 during the iconic Fergie years, regularly featuring in the same side as Ronaldo. 2 Ferguson was renowned for his no nonsense approach in the dressing room Credit: Getty 2 But Vidic says Ronaldo changed his ways Credit: Getty The pair won the Champions League together in 2008, as well as three Premier League titles and two League Cups before the latter's then-world record £80million departure for Real Madrid in 2009. But former defender Vidic says it wasn't just on the pitch that the Portuguese superstar had a huge impact. Speaking to his former Red Devils teammate Gary Neville on The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet, Vidic highlighted his own relationship with Ferguson, as well as mentioning how he used to shout at all of his players. That was until he met former Man United star Ronaldo. Read more on football NEVER ENZ-ING Premier League 'REFUSE' Chelsea request to move opening fixture Speaking to his former Red Devils teammate Gary Neville on The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet, Vidic said: 'With the manager [Sir Alex Ferguson], I never had a close relationship. 'If he asked me something I would tell him, but I never had that [relationship]. Rio [Ferdinand] or Fletch [Darren Fletcher] would talk more. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 'What he realised – it's not that he didn't shout at me because he was scared of anyone, but he realised that with certain players, it would not help if he's shouting. 'I think he changed that after he shouted at Cristiano Ronaldo. I don't think Ronaldo took it well – maybe good for the English and British players, but he was careful with the foreign players.' Vidic gave Gary Neville same four-word message every morning at Man Utd Vidic, born in Serbia and a former Serbian international, probably benefited from that particular Ronaldo influence. The defender left Man United in 2014 after racking up 300 appearances, signing for AC Milan at the end of his Red Devils contract. Join SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plus in-depth coverage and exclusives from Old Trafford
