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DONALD Trump will allegedly withdraw US troops from Nato’s frontline with Russia in the Baltics as part of its surprise Ukraine peace agreements.

The US President shocked the world when he revealed he spoke to Vladimir Putin last week about brokering an end to the almost three-year deadly invasion.

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Donald Trump could allegedly withdraw US troops from Baltic countries[/caption]

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This could be part of Ukraine peace talks with Putin[/caption]

Alleged details about the fraught negotiations revealed Kyiv and Europe were being iced out of these talks.

Putin reportedly wants all Nato forces removed from his neighbouring Western countries, per the Financial Times.

European officials now believe Trump could cave to this and remove the US troops that have been placed in the countries bordering Mad Vlad.

The former Soviet nations – Latvia, Estonia, and Lithuania – could be placed in a vulnerable position with this apparent proposition.

It is not clear exactly how many US troops are stationed in the area but around 600 are positioned in Estonia, according to the US Embassy.

These shock apparent plans comes after a permanent military base was set up in Lithuania.

This site was due to hold 5,000 soldiers and be fully operational by 2027, but Trump’s peace talks could throw this into disarray.

This could leave these smaller nations at risk of Putin’s terror as Nato warned the Russian tyrant could launch a wider war, past Ukraine.

Trump repeatedly vowed to end Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine throughout his re-election campaign.

He made a huge step towards this by arranging to meet Putin in Saudi Arabia soon for talks but Zelensky insisted Ukraine would not accept any peace deals reached without Kyiv’s involvement.

Other peace measures reportedly considered by Trump include banning Kyiv from joining Nato and declaring neutrality.

Another potential clause could be Russia keeping the five regions it has annexed in Ukraine – Crimea in 2014 and then Donetsk, Kherson, Lugansk and Zaporizhzhia in 2022.

Ukraine could also be asked to withdraw from the Kursk region of Eastern Russia.

This comes as US Defence Secretary Keith Hegseth said it was “unrealistic” for Ukraine to return to its 2014 borders before Putin invaded Crimea.

Hegseth also confirmed on Wednesday that the US doesn’t want American troops to be involved in defending the country.

Trump also said he has struck a deal for $500billion worth of Ukrainian rare minerals in return for military support the US gave.

Trump told Fox News that Kyiv could decide it didn’t want to deal – but that Zelensky had agreed to trade military support for key minerals.

He said: “We are going to have all this money in there, and I say I want it back. And I told them that I want the equivalent, like $500 billion worth of rare earth.

“And they have essentially agreed to do that, so at least we don’t feel stupid.”

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NATHAN Dawe is a successful record producer and DJ who as worked with some of the UK’s most famous artists.

He’re what we know about Nathan and his career, as well as his previous relationship with a former Love Island star.

Success story

Nathan was born in Burton-upon-Trent on May 25, 1994.

He first came to public attention by releasing music on Soundcloud, notable releasing songs across a number of different genres.

Impressively, Nathan sold out a concert at the O2 Arena, becoming the first person to do so without having his own radio show or hit single.

He has worked with some of the biggest names in the music industry, including Little Mix, Joel Corry and Malika.

His biggest hit to date was the single “Lighter” which features YouTuber KSI and singer Ella Henderson on vocals.

The track reached number 3 in the UK singles chart, and was nominated for Son of the year at the 2021 BRIT Awards.

So far, Nathan has had two UK top 10 tracks and seven in the UK Top 20 official singles chart.

Former flame

Nathan was previously in a relationship with former Love Islander Lucinda Strafford.

Lucinda appeared in series 7 of the show in 2021, entering on day 9 and being dumped on day 28.

She also appeared on Love Island Australia, finishing as runner-up on season 5 of the show alongside Zac Dunns.

Nathan and Lucinda split in June 2024, just weeks after they made their romance public knowledge.

Speaking exclusively to The Sun in 2024, Lucinda said: “My last relationship was quite a chilled one. Nathan [Dawe] is literally the best and we still have conversations from time to time. I wouldn’t say we’re friends but we’re on good terms and chilled.”

She went on to reveal that the reason they had split was down to their conflicting schedules.

She went on to say: “We were dating at the start of summer and he’s the busiest through summer with his music, so it was kind of like both of our schedules were so busy that it was hard to put time into the relationship.”

Love Island appearance

It was revealed that Nathan was set to perform his new single during the Love Island All Stars series 2 final, at a pool party for the remaining couples.

He is also set to play his most well known hits, including 21 reasons, a song with former X Factor star Ella.

ICONIC BBC show makes an epic comeback 20 years later, with the host’s dramatic return after a 10-year TV hiatus.

After more than a decade away from TV, the filmmaker and indigenous rights advocate Bruce Perry returns to the Tribe for BBC Two and iPlayer with a brand new three-part series.

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Fans are in for a treat as the beloved show makes its long-awaited return, celebrating 20 years since it first hit our screens[/caption]

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The original host is also making a dramatic comeback, proving that some TV legends never really fade away[/caption]

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Two decades ago, Bruce made waves with his groundbreaking series Tribe, immersing himself with 15 different tribal communities[/caption]

He’ll journey to some of the world’s most remote corners, immersing himself in communities living radically different lifestyles, offering a fascinating glimpse into cultures and traditions few of us have ever seen.

Bruce insists that the world needs indigenous knowledge and wisdom now more than ever, especially with environmental crises on the rise.

His return to the BBC comes at a crucial moment when millions of tribal people have been forced from their homes, and those who remain face growing threats.

In this gripping series, Bruce explores the lives of three extraordinary communities and their unique traditions.

He becomes the first foreign visitor to truly live alongside them, capturing his journey on his own camera, offering an intimate, raw look at these endangered ways of life.

Two decades ago, Bruce made waves with his groundbreaking series Tribe, immersing himself with 15 different tribal communities.

The show, which earned two BAFTA nominations for Best Factual Series, opened the world’s eyes to the traditions of remote tribes.

In 2007, he took on an even bigger challenge, spending a whole year journeying through the Amazon to uncover the environmental forces impacting the world’s largest rainforest and its people.

Amazon went on to win the prestigious BAFTA for Best Factual Series in 2009, solidifying Bruce’s reputation as one of the leading voices in immersive, investigative storytelling.

Bruce said: “It’s been over twenty years since Tribe first aired. Living with people who experience the world in such profoundly different ways was eye-opening then, but today it feels vital.

“I believe we have so much to learn from those who still live in deep connection with the world around them.

“It feels a huge privilege that the BBC has allowed me to explore these places and themes once again.”

In the first episode of the new revived series, Bruce ventures into the heart of the Amazon rainforest to meet the Waimaha people, who reside on a remote tributary.

Once on the brink of losing their culture due to rubber tappers and missionaries, the Waimaha are initially wary of Bruce’s presence.

Yet, his goal is to uncover their profound connection with nature that allows them to thrive in such an isolated and harsh environment.

Next, in episode two, Bruce travels to the Namib Desert, a land that has only recently become accessible after decades of civil war and lingering landmines.

Here, Bruce meets the Mucubal people, where he’s the first white person many have ever seen.

In the scorching heat of the desert, Bruce witnesses firsthand how climate change is impacting both the Mucubal and their livestock.

The journey concludes with episode three, where Bruce heads to the remote island of Sumba in Indonesia, a place where an ancient religion, Marapu, demands blood sacrifice from its followers.

Living amongst the villagers in an ancient hilltop settlement, Bruce is immersed in their rituals and traditions, surrounded by the towering megalithic tombs of their ancestors.

Tom Coveney, Commissioning Editor, Specialist Factual, said: “The original trailblazer of immersive documentary-making is back.

“I’m thrilled Bruce will once again entertain and inspire our viewers with his unquenchable thirst for adventure and infectious curiosity; this series is both a great watch and a chance to learn invaluable lessons at this critical time for our planet.”

Jamie Balment, Creative Director, Frank Films, said: “I’m not sure how, but the years – and too many litres of jungle intoxicants – have not dimmed Bruce’s passion and curiosity for those living lives vastly different from our own.

“The energy and willingness to have a go remains – however extreme the task.

“Yet his time away has brought a new wisdom, his return has a greater urgency as these communities become ever more precious.”

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He’ll journey to some of the world’s most remote corners, immersing himself in communities living radically different lifestyles[/caption]

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Bruce insists that the world needs indigenous knowledge and wisdom now more than ever, especially with environmental crises on the rise[/caption]

AT the height of their fame, this band created club classics that are still being performed to this day.

Now, one of the band members is breaking out with solo material, and continues to make a splash 17 years after their smash hit single.

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As part of Platnum, Michelle created a track that has become iconic[/caption]

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17 years later and Michelle hasn’t aged a day[/caption]

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Platnum first got together in 2004 and performed on H Two O’s What’s It Gonna Be?[/caption]

Michelle McKenna joined three-piece group Platnum in 2004, with the group shooting to fame with the iconic What’s It Gonna Be alongside H “Two” O.

The song reached number two in the charts in 2008,

Joined by Aaron Evers and Mina Poli, Platnum released music and often appeared on tracks with other artists.

At the height of their fame, they also toured with NDubz, with Michelle remaining good friends with Tulisa Contostavlos.

But What’s It Gonna Be? is what shot them to superstardom, forging them as standout players on the garage music circuit.

Now, Michelle is releasing her own material, dropping her solo single Darkest Hour in July last year.

Married to property developer Daniel Johnson, Michelle now has a five-year-old daughter who she lavishes with treats.

She also continues to tour around the world at club nights, RnB events and festivals.

For Valentine’s Day this year, Michelle made a special appearance on radio channel Kisstory, performing her hits and still having that star power she had 17 years ago.

Fans were delighted to see the star, saying she ‘hadn’t aged a day’ and looked as glam as ever.

Taking to instagram, one wrote: “Aww this takes me back to my high school days, when life was sweet back then and the music was the best, still a class tune ”

“The real ogs remember what it was like waking up in the morning on a Saturday put on stars TV and listening to this,” said another.

“I’d say @michelleplatnum and @leannesweetfa are the garage queens when it comes to vocal range and talent!!!” said another.

Michelle also joked about her former style with one fan who couldn’t believe it was her, telling them: “yeah watch the vid hahaha I’m the t**t with the quiff if only I could go back in time ”

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Michelle is still performing with the band to this day – and is now releasing solo material[/caption]

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Michelle dropped in to Kisstory and still knows how to wow an audience[/caption]

SHOPPERS are racing to their local supermarket to pick up flowers slashed in price.

Hopefully, everyone was treated to a nice bouquet for Valentine’s Day this year, but if not, you’re in luck, as you can treat yourself for a fraction of the price.

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One man spotted roses for just 1p after Valentine’s Day madness[/caption]

Eagle-eyed shoppers spotted that Sainsbury’s had slashed the price on its Valentine’s roses to just 1p for a single rose.

And one man says his stash has made his wife very happy.

Sharing the bargain buy on Facebook, Jav Mal wrote: “Don’t walk to Sainsbury’s, RUN!

“Mrs was very happy.”

Jav took a picture of the display of roses left over from Valentine’s and shared it on the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK, a private Facebook group with 2.6million members.

The flower buckets were still relatively full, so there were plenty for others to pick up and grab themselves a bargain.

The display showed single red roses reduced to 1p as well as bouquets of a dozen roses for the same price.

Also on offer was a rainbow rose, also slashed down to the same price.

While some of the flowers may look like they might die soon, there are some savvy ways to get them to last for weeks.

Start by cutting stems diagonally and removing any excess leaves from the cuttings.

This will make sure the flower gets all the nutrients.

You can also help open the rose up by gently peeling the petals back to give them a fuller appearance.

Adding a few drops of bleach to clean water will help kill off bacteria and make the flowers last longer while a spoonful of sugar will keep the flowers fed.

Shoppers were quick to take to the comments of the post and were eager to pick up the bargain too.

One person wrote: “I’d buy the lot for 1p.”

Another tagged their friend, commenting: “No excuses lol.”

“Don’t come home without one of these,” penned a third.

Meanwhile a fourth said: “Literally going now.”

“There’s still time,” claimed a fifth.

Someone else added: “Just shows how overpriced they were.”

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MAYA Jama is quite literally glowing, and the star has revealed the secret behind her flawless complexion.

The 30-year-old is proof that you can have incredible skin without breaking the bank, as the moisturiser Maya swears by costs £14 on Amazon.

CeraVe Moisturising Lotion, £14 (was £17)

CeraVe’s Moisturising Lotion has been slashed from £17 to £14 in the sale, that’s an 18% discount.

The face cream has gained a mass following over the years, earning its cult status due to its gentle formula that’s effective on dry skin.

Maya, previously told Grazia that the moisturiser is part of her daily skincare regime.

“I’m really into this face cream which helps to strengthen my skin barrier,” she said.

The Love Island host added: “This budget-friendly product provides instant hydration, boosted with ceramides that work to repair and strengthen the skin with every use.”

Designed for normal to dry skin, the CeraVe lotion is formulated with a blend of ceramides and hyaluronic acid that works to nourish the skin while locking in moisture.

Acne-prone skin types can also use this cream, as it’s non-comedogenic which prevents clogged pores.

CeraVe Facial Moisturising Lotion, £14 (was £17) at Amazon

Maya isn’t the only star to rave about the budget brand, and Blake Lively, Olivia Wilde and Emily Ratajkowski are all said to use CeraVe in their skincare routines.

The moisturising lotion has received positive reviews online, racking up more than 11k five-star ratings on the Amazon website.

One shopper wrote: “I have suffered from acne for years and find most products cause me to breakout – this does not clog pores and leaves my face feeling amazing with a very nice texture.”

Another added: “I have been using this for just over a month and my skin has transformed, my pores are smaller, my many many black and whiteheads have all but disappeared.

I am so happy with how well this has worked for me, it’s given me such a confidence boost!”

As CeraVe products are known for helping to build and repair the skin’s barrier, so it’s a great option for those struggling with dry skin during the cold weather.

The brand’s products also feature gentle, fragrance-free formulas, so they’re great for teens or skincare beginners.

For more of face creams to cure winter dryness, you can read my full feature on the tried and tested best best moisturisers for dry skin.

When is the Love Island final?

The Love Island All Stars finale airs tonight, Monday 17 February at 9pm.

Maya has been amazing us with her incredible outfits and flawless make-up throughout the series, so we can’t wait to see her look for tonight.

It’s unclear on the Amazon site how long the £18% off CeraVe deal will be running for, so you may want to add the bestselling moisturiser to your basket soon.

CRISIS-HIT Manchester United were without 12 first-team players for the dismal 1-0 defeat to Tottenham as they fell to a record-low 15th place in the Premier League table.

Man Utd’s 12th defeat in 25 league games has left them 12 points above the drop zone and the last time things were this bad at Old Trafford the club was relegated from the top flight.

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With injuries mounting and PSR troubles looming Ruben Amorim will have to turn to Man Utd’s academy to save the season[/caption]

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But who were the magnificent seven he named on the subs bench against Tottenham on Sunday[/caption]

To make matters worse, with key stars Amad Diallo and Lisandro Martinez out for the season, Ruben Amorim had to name eight teenagers, including seven academy stars, on the bench to face Spurs.

Yet it seemed an uneasy burden for the 40-year-old as he made just one change by bringing on Chido Obi in injury time – a baffling decision given how underwhelming those on the pitch were playing.

In what is maybe the understatement of the season, Amorim said it was a moment “when everything is going wrong”. Yet there is a small ray of hope he can lean on: An 87-year tradition of promoting youth.

Going back to before World War Two, the Red Devils have named at least one academy graduate in their squad since Tom Manley and Jack Wassall made the team-sheet in 1937.

It is a run stretching back 4,279 games – with names such as Bobby Charlton, George Best, Mark Hughes, Paul Scholes, David Beckham and Marcus Rashford among the club’s illustrious list.

Carrington has provided time and time again in moments of crisis for the Red Devils, and thanks to Nick Cox and his outstanding team, it is one of the few parts of the club fans can still be immensely proud of.

Amorim understandably wants to be “careful” with the latest crop of stars by not rushing their development, but with the club financially crippled through years of mismanagement, new signings to fit his system will also be hard to come by.

Amorim trusted youth at ex-club Sporting Lisbon, and in time he will likely learn to do the same at United, but who are the stars Amorim must now turn to to help salvage United’s season?

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Jack Moorhouse – 19 years old

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Jack Moorhouse has been compared to Morgan Rogers and Paul Pogba thanks to his ball-carrying ability[/caption]

Jack Moorhouse was the talk of the town when it was announced he was set to travel with the first-team to Tottenham following the quadruple midfield injury crisis thrust upon the Red Devils.

Moorhouse scored twice when Amorim went to personally watch the Under-21s as they beat Southampton 5-1 in December.

Often playing as an advanced midfielder, Moorhouse is favoured for his exceptional ball-carrying ability which has seen him labelled as a Paul Pogba 2.0 and compared to Morgan Rogers.

United are crying out for reinforcements following the departures of Rashford and Antony, and with Amad’s long-term injury, Moorhouse may be given minutes in one of the two No.10 roles up for grabs.

Harry Amass – 17 years old

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Harry Amass has drawn comparisons to Luke Shaw and been highlighted by the England star as one to look out for[/caption]

Perhaps the second-best-known player on the list to United fans after a certain striker, Amass has long been touted as a star of the future.

The left-sided defender has drawn numerous comparisons to the profile of Luke Shaw in the past, with the former Southampton star even saying Amass was one to watch for the future.

He has been selected in senior teams before and was named in the Red Devils Europa League squad at the start of this season and it is no shock that there has been interest in his signature from Premier League clubs.

With Tyrell Malacia being sent out on loan, Amorim needs reliable options to play left wing-back, so watch this space for the dynamic defender to play when £25million signing Patrick Dorgu is rotated out.

Jack Fletcher – 17 years old

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Jack Fletcher is an all-round midfield dynamo like his legendary father[/caption]

The son of Man Utd cult hero Darren Fletcher, the teenager has followed in his dad’s footsteps by becoming a midfielder. He was poached from the academy of Manchester City in the summer of 2023 alongside his twin brother, Tyler.

He has impressed at youth level having been nominated for the PL2 Player of the Month award, while his first time being included in a senior matchday squad came against Brentford.

Fletcher is left-footed and said to be an all-action dynamo, equally capable of picking up the ball from his centre-backs and playing through the lines as he is crashing the opposition box.

That gives Amorim a nice versatile option to add to his depleted arsenal of weapons as United continue to compete across three fronts.

Elyh Harrison – 18 years old

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Elyh Harrison was the youngest recipient of the Denzil Haroun Reserve-Team Player of the Year since Adnan Januzaj[/caption]

The goalkeeping department was probably one of the last things on Amorim’s mind in January, but injuries to Altay Bayindir and Tom Heaton have left only Andre Onana as the only senior shot-stopper.

Harrison had been on loan at National League North side Chester until January when United recalled him after a successful four-month spell, although appearances in the FA Cup mean he is cup-tied.

After a stellar youth campaign in the 2023/24 season, Harrison became the youngest recipient of the Denzil Haroun Reserve-Team Player of the Year since Adnan Januzaj and only second the goalkeeper to win the award.

Chester boss Calum McIntyre said the teenager, who turns 19 on February 19, has “unbelievable pedigree” at Old Trafford. And should Onana suffer any injury, Harrison will be parachuted in to try and provide safe hands between the sticks.

Tyler Fredricson – 19 years old

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Tyler Fredricson is a regular England youth international[/caption]

Relatively speaking, Tyler Fredricson has less hype surrounding him than his counterparts. But in fairness, very few central defenders generate the same hype as their more attack-minded team-mates.

Although that is not to say he is any less capable, in fact quite the contrary. He signed his first professional contract with the club in 2022 and has had a steady rise through the ranks since then.

A regular England youth international, Fredricson played a vital role in the Under-18s’ FA Youth Cup final success in 2022 despite missing the final through sickness.

Fredricson may be behind fellow teens Leny Yoro and Ayden Heaven in the pecking order, but with Lisandro Martinez out for the season and squad needs elsewhere it is easy to imagine him picking up some first-team minutes before the season concludes.

Sekou Kone – 19 years old

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Sekou Kone is being groomed as a long-term solution in the No.6 role[/caption]

Sekou Kone was snapped by Man Utd in a £1m transfer from Malian outfit Guidars last summer, and has swiftly been promoted to be in and around the first team a number of times already.

The defensive midfielder made waves at the 2023 Under-17 World Cup as he helped Mali finish third and then in an Under-18 tournament in April 2024.

Despite being dubbed as the next Yaya Toure, he is viewed as a long-term option in the No.6 spot and is being groomed to be ready for the first team, possibly as Casemiro’s long-term in-house replacement.

Under-21s lead coach Travis Binnion told the club website last month that Kone was going to be a “really good player”, but that first, he needed to get to grips with the language and learn the physical demands of being a United No.6.

Ayden Heaven – 18 years old

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Ayden Heaven was poached from Arsenal to go straight into the first team in the winter transfer window[/caption]

Heaven was poached from Arsenal at the end of the winter transfer window for a compensation fee of around £1.5m and has gone straight into the first-team squad.

The central defender was a star in the Gunners academy and was rewarded by making his senior debut earlier this season with ten minutes of action in the League Cup against Preston.

Being left-footed with a large 6ft 2in frame earmarks a potential move to find a long-term successor to Martinez at left centre-back owing to the Argentine’s injury issues.

Heaven is also considered capable of playing as a box-to-box midfielder, which had led to comparisons to Patrick Vieira.

Chido Obi – 17 years old

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‘Clever’ Chido Obi became Man Utd’s 252nd academy graduate against Tottenham[/caption]

Last, but certainly not least, is Obi, the wonderkid who has scored goals for fun in youth football playing for Arsenal and now for Man Utd.

Obi has scored 12 goals in nine FA Youth Cup and Under-18 league matches since joining, adding to his all-time record of 41 total goals in the Premier League U18 competition, including ten in one game against Liverpool aged 15.

He scored a 15-minute hat-trick on his Man Utd debut this season and before Man Utd’s clash at Tottenham, he bagged a hat-trick in the FA Youth Cup against Chelsea.

Amorim described the 17-year-old as “clever” despite only giving him two minutes to try and impact the game, but Obi publicly thanked the Portuguese for making him the 252nd academy graduate.

There are other stars not mentioned above who could make their debuts in 2025 such as James Scanlon, Shea Lacey, Gabriele Biancheri or Godwill Kukonki.

United have also sealed a £7m deal for Paraguayan defender Diego Leon, who will officially join in the summer.

These rising stars all naturally come with the caveat of being given the time and patience to develop slowly.

Last season’s big academy graduate, Kobbie Mainoo, has looked knackered this season after being run into the ground over the last 12 months including with the England national team at the Euros.

A physical breakdown seemed almost inevitable, and the dynamic midfielder is now estimated to be out for at least six weeks.

Even big-money signing Yoro has been wrapped in cotton wool under Amorim, but hopefully, when the time comes he will have faith to increase the load of minutes these stars take on.

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RUGBY icon Johnny Wilkinson has hailed Ireland head coach Andy Farrell ahead of their Six Nations Championship clash against Wales.

The Ireland boss has been forced into taking a sabbatical ahead of him leading the British and Lions later this summer on their Tour of Australia.

But former out-half Wilkinson says Farrell’s absence is no worry for interim boss Simon Easterby as he’s left a massive imprint on the culture in the squad.

World Cup winning number ten Wilkinson played with Farrell during their time together at Saracens.

45-year-old Wilkinson hailed Faz for his man management skills before crediting the atmosphere that he’s built around the Ireland set-up.

Speaking on the Rugby Pod with Dan Biggar, Wilkinson said: “I played with Andy—he knows the game inside out. He understands it from 1 to 15, and he gets players too.

“He’s willing to understand them, to connect, and to build bonds and friendships that exist regardless of selection or non-selection.

“That’s exactly what he’s done with Ireland.

“He’s created an environment where players leave their club and feel like they’re moving to another club, rather than just joining a group of individuals in an international team.

“There’s a sense of home when they come in—not just a place where they feel safe, comfortable, supported, and cared for—but also an environment that drives them, that pushes them to see how far they can go.

“That combination is incredibly empowering. You see it in the way they’ve taken off—their understanding, their self-belief, the conviction, the ruthlessness.

“They just keep delivering, and in those 50/50 moments, they always seem to find a way to win.”

Ireland face Wales this weekend in Cardiff as they look to keep their Grand Slam hopes alive.

The green machine are also on course for a record-breaking third successive title.

Wales sacked head coach Warren Gatland last week after a 14-game losing streak.

Kick-off is at 2:15pm on Saturday.

NICKY HENDERSON says Sir Gino is not out of the woods as the superstar chaser continues to recover in hospital.

The five-year-old was the red-hot favourite for the Arkle after a brilliant win on his chasing debut at Kempton over Christmas.

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Sir Gino has been in hospital for the past week with an injury[/caption]

But he suffered a cut during a routine piece of work earlier this month and he developed an infection his leg, shockingly meaning he will miss Cheltenham and the rest of the season.

And Henderson said the horse was battling a ‘dangerous superbug’, and that the next week will be important in his fight to get back to full health.

Hendo said: “There’s still a way to go yet. He’s still in the clinic and he’ll be there for another week, but the vets are hoping that if he stays the same he might be coming out of the woods.

“The signs are positive because he’s stable. He’s very happy. He honestly doesn’t know – he’s in no pain or anything.

“They’ve just got to get this bug under control and it’s a sort of superbug that gets into them. How they get in I’ve no idea – you’d have to ask the vets. It’s bizarre and very, very rare and it can be dangerous.

“I think I’ve seen one before. People say they had that with such and such a horse five years ago. The outcome wasn’t always ok. It’s dangerous.”

The six-time champion trainer also said he had not made a decision over running plans for his two Triumph Hurdle contenders Lulamba and Palladium.

Both horses are entered in the Adonis Hurdle at Kempton on Saturday and the plan had been to run Palladium, but Henderson hinted at having a change of heart.

He said: “They are both in the Adonis, which might surprise a few of you, but only one of them will run.

“Lulamba is terribly well and would have to have a racecourse gallop and the other fella is just good at what he does. They’re going to work tomorrow and then we’ll decide.

“He’s very laidback and he has a very good attitude to it. But he has only had two runs in his life. And the other horse, just the way he’s been working and everything and schooling, does he really need to?

“He’s done a mountain of racing. I think he might be better where he is but I don’t know, we’ll see.”

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A MAN has been jailed for 18 months after he threatened to publish intimate images of a woman online and then sent her hundreds of degrading and abusive emails

Dublin Circuit Criminal Court heard that Craig Coyle, 37, and the woman had been in a relationship for a number of months having met on the dating site Tinder in December 2022.

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They began their relationship early the following year and broke up in September 2023.

Coyle, of Holly Court, Ballybrack, pleaded guilty at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to threatening to publish intimate images of the woman without her consent on September 23, 2023.

He also pleaded guilty to harassment on dates between September 2023 and December 2023 and two charges of trespass at the woman’s home on December 23, 2023 and January 19, 2024. He has no previous convictions.

The offence falls under legislation known as Coco’s Law, which criminalises sharing or threatening to share intimate images without consent. The penalties include fines and/or up to seven years’ imprisonment.

Today, Coyle was handed a three-year prison sentence, with the final 18 months suspended on strict conditions, including that he engage with the Probation Services, disclose any intimate partner relationship and engage with appropriate programmes and services.

Imposing sentence, Judge Pauline Codd said the serious nature of the offending and its impact on the victim were among the aggravating features of the case.

Just Codd said: “No one should be visited with what the victim went through. The case had to be marked with a custodial sentence in all the circumstances.”

The judge also imposed an order that Coyle have no contact with the injured party on a permanent basis.

At a previous hearing, Judge Pauline Codd read a number of the emails Coyle sent the woman, including one which the prosecution said was too graphic to be read into the record.

Judge Codd noted that the woman had to purchase a security alarm after she caught Coyle outside her home one winter’s evening in 2023.

‘PROWLING AROUND HER HOME’

Describing Coyle’s behaviour as “horrendous”, the judge said: “He was prowling around her home in the early hours of the morning”.

The woman read her victim impact statement into the record and said she had gone from someone who didn’t set her alarm at night to someone who “has a house alarm and cameras on 24/7”.

She said her mental health has deteriorated because of Coyle’s “depraved, degrading and disgusting” messages to her.

She said: “No one has ever spoken to me with that level of hatred.”

She said her self-esteem went to zero and she began to worry that she’d lose her job. She also started to worry that Coyle would be there when she came home from work.

The woman said: “I am not the person I was when we first met. I am a shell of my former self.”

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