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Arsenal’s ‘diabolical’ top 10 transfer sales revealed as fans are stunned second highest was 26 YEARS ago

WHEN it comes to transfer business, Arsenal have certainly failed to live up to their elite status over the years.

While the majority of incomings have proven to be successful, outgoings have been a real issue.

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Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is still Arsenal’s most expensive sale[/caption]

The club’s record sale remains the £32million earned from the departure of Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain eight years ago.

Even with today’s inflated transfer market, Arsenal have failed to surpass that figure despite having some hugely talented players on their books.

SunSport has looked at the club’s top 10 most expensive outgoings, including one deal from 26 years ago.

1. Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain to Liverpool (£32m)

Arsenal’s top sale to date, Oxlade-Chamberlain joined Liverpool in a £32million transfer in 2017 after a six-year spell in north London.

The midfielder made 198 appearances in total for the Gunners before leaving and registered 48 direct goal contributions.

He went on to spend six years with Liverpool but struggled to establish himself as a regular first-team starter at Anfield.

Oxlade-Chamberlain left Merseyside as a free agent in 2023 and subsequently joined Besiktas, where he currently remains.

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Oxlade-Chamberlain joined Liverpool in a £32million transfer in 2017[/caption]

2. Nicolas Anelka to Real Madrid (£30m)

The club’s second-highest sale will likely come as a shock to many fans.

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That’s because it happened 26 years ago.

In 1999, Anelka swapped England for Spain when he completed a move to Real Madrid for £30m.

The Frenchman made 90 appearances for the Gunners in total across his two-year spell, scoring 28 goals.

He also played for the likes of Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester City and Chelsea before retiring 10 years ago.

Arsenal fans have been left stunned after learning that Anelka remains one of the club’s highest sales over a quarter of a century on from his departure.

One person took to social media to write: “This is actually diabolical how the hell are we a big club.”

While a second commented: “Our 2nd highest sale was in 1999/00?!”

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Nicolas Anelka swapped England for Spain when he completed a move to Real Madrid for £30m[/caption]

3. Alexis Sanchez to Man Utd (straight swap, £30m)

In a unique deal, Sanchez left Arsenal to join Manchester United in a straight swap deal that saw Henrikh Mkhitaryan go the other way.

The deal, which took place in January 2018, is estimated to have been worth around £30m.

Sanchez was one of the best players in the Premier League during his time at Arsenal but experienced a drop in form towards the end of his time at the Emirates.

After joining Man Utd, his fortunes did not improve.

He later admitted that he regretted leaving Arsenal.

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Alexis Sanchez joined Man Utd as part of a swap deal[/caption]

4. Cesc Fabregas to Barcelona (£29m)

In a move that broke the hearts of Arsenal fans, Fabregas joined Barcelona in a deal worth around £29m in 2011 after eight years at the Emirates.

He made over 300 appearances for the Gunners and scored 57 goals.

Following his spell with Barcelona, Fabregas returned to the Premier League with Chelsea.

He now the head coach of Como in the Serie A.

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Cesc Fabregas joined Barcelona in a deal worth around £29m in 2011[/caption]

5. Emile Smith Rowe to Fulham (£27m)

Smith Rowe put an end to his 14-year Arsenal career last summer when he joined Fulham in a permanent move.

The 24-year-old joined the Cottagers in search of regular first team football, having fallen down the pecking order at the Emirates.

He made 40 appearances for Fulham last season, scoring six goals.

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Emile Smith Rowe joined Fulham last summer[/caption] Illustration of Arsenal's top 10 sales, listing player names, transfer fees, and destination teams.

6. Robin Van Persie to Man Utd (£26m)

In a move that still haunts Arsenal fans to this day, Van Persie swapped the Emirates for Old Trafford for approximately £26m.

The striker had amassed an impressive goalscoring record for the Gunners, scoring 132 times in 278 appearances.

His 2012 move was deemed hugely controversial – especially when he received a guard of honour from his old club for winning the Premier League with United just one year after making the switch.

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Robin van Persie left Arsenal for Man Utd in 2012[/caption]
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He received a guard of honour from the Gunners just one year later[/caption]

7. Alex Iwobi to Everton (£25m)

Iwobi joined Everton in a deal worth around £25m in 2019, having first joined Arsenal when he was at primary school.

He made 149 appearances for the Gunners in total, scoring 15 goals.

The winger then spent four years at Everton before joining Fulham in 2023, where he is still a first team regular.

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Alex Iwobi left to join Everton in 2019[/caption]

8. Folarin Balogun to Monaco (£25)

Balogun was sold by the Gunners following a prolific season on loan with Reims in Ligue 1.

He joined Monaco in a deal worth approximately £25m excluding add-ons in 2023, having graduated from Arsenal’s Hale End academy.

In the season before he was sold, Balogun scored 21 Ligue 1 goals in 37 appearances for Reims on loan.

It made him the joint-fourth highest goalscorer in the league.

Balogun was limited to just 10 first team appearances during his time with Arsenal.

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Folarin Balogun left Arsenal in 2023 to join Monaco following a successful loan spell in Ligue 1[/caption]

9. Eddie Nketiah to Crystal Palace (£25m)

After nine years at Arsenal, Nketiah left the Emirates to join Crystal Palace in search of more regular first team football last summer.

The deal was understood to be worth around £25m before add-ons.

He made 37 appearances during his first season at Selhurst Park and scored seven goals.

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Eddie Nketiah joined Crystal Palace from Arsenal last summer[/caption]

10. Joe Willock to Newcastle (£25m)

The midfielder swapped Arsenal for Newcastle in 2021 in a deal worth £25m.

Willock had just broken into the Gunners’ first team but left in search of more game time.

Since then, the 25-year-old has made 143 appearances for Newcastle.

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Joe Willock left Arsenal in 2021
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Peter O’Mahony shares ‘beautiful’ garden transformation Ireland legend ‘planned for years’ including ’15 bags of manure’

PETER O’MAHONY detailed an extensive “refresh” of his back garden that he had been “planning for the last few years”.

The Ireland and Munster rugby legend has become famed for his gardening in recent times.

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Peter O’Mahony documented a major change to his back garden[/caption]
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He revealed he had been planning it for years[/caption]
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Fans praised the change as beautiful[/caption]

But every pursuing perfecting, the dad-of-three took to Instagram to outline an extensive job he had been conducting in recent weeks.

Alongside a video of the work being done, O’Mahony revealed that it had required 15 bags of manure and three TONNES of mulch.

He explained: “I’ve been planning to revamp the herbaceous planting in all 3 beds over the last few years.

“I’m happy with the structural planting now but I knew the flowering had a big refresh in it.

“Over a few weeks recently we removed all bulbs, perennial plants, plants that I had moved from pots into beds and weeds.

“We then drew up a small list of plants that we repeated in groups along the boarders.

“2 of the smaller beds are quite shaded so the planting in them is different to the long boarder witch is mostly full sun.

“We planted nearly 300 perennials and some grasses throughout the 3 beds.

“Then added lots of garden compost and 15 bags of well rotted manure followed by 3 tonne bags of mulch.

“I think what we’ve come up with now is a longer flowering period that should have interest from Spring to Autumn.

“Plan is now to do a full planting of bulbs come winter time but as of now I’m delighted with the way it’s turning out.

“I’ll keep you up dated on how it matures…!”

Followers flocked to Instagram to praise his new look garden, with one saying: “Good looking garden. Well done”

A second said: “I just love your garden”, a third posted: “Beautiful” and a fourth commented: “This looks class”

While O’Mahony takes his gardening incredibly seriously, it provides a source of mockery from his wife Jessica.

In one such instant, she joked she “lives life on the edge” after nearly ending Peter’s via a heart attack.

She pranked him perfectly by initially stalking him in their garden like a tiger pursuing its prey..

The 35-year-old may be a hulking figure known for being tough even by rugby standards – but he’s still not immune from getting startled.

And so it proved as he nearly jumped out of his crocs before throwing a death stare her way that was usually reserved for only the tetchiest moments of his Munster and Ireland career.

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I’m an interior expert and here’s how often you should really wash your bedsheets in summer – it’s more than you think

MANY of us are guilty of putting off stripping the bed – it’s such a loathsome chore, and sometimes it feels like it takes a lot of energy.

But changing our sheets is essential, especially during the summer when the hot weather arrives.

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Sleeping during the hot summer months takes more of a toll on our bedsheets than sleeping during the winter months[/caption]
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So to help, experts have revealed how often we should be washing our bedsheets[/caption]

The warmer temperatures mean most of us will be sweating through the night, even if we are putting the fans on.

And this, in turn, can leave stains and odours on our pillows and sheets that impact our sleep hygiene.

So, experts have revealed exactly how often everyone should be washing their bedding in the summer.

And it’s more often than you might think.

Chloe Barrow, interior expert at Laura James, said that homeowners should wash their sheets at least twice a week during the summer.

And if you suffer from summer night sweats, then this number could actually be higher.

She said: “In the warmer months, I recommend washing your bedding every week as a minimum.

“Hot nights mean more sweat and skin cells accumulate in the sheets.

“Not only can this make for an uncomfortable sleep, but it can also lead to odour or irritation if left too long.

“If you experience night sweats, are prone to allergies, or have pets sharing your bed, I recommend upping this to twice a week to help maintain freshness and to be hygienic.”

But it’s not just sweat and skin that make our bedding dirtier more quickly than during the winter months.

Leaving the window open and putting the fan on can also impact our bedding.

Chloe added: “You should definitely wash bedding more frequently in summer than winter.

“In colder months, our bodies sweat less, and we tend to wear more nightwear, creating a cleaner sleep environment.

“In summer, it’s common to sleep with minimal clothing and open windows, which can bring in more pollen and outdoor particles.

“That’s not to mention those who experience night sweats and the body oils your bedding absorbs from that.

“This combination makes regular washing essential if you want to stay on top of sleep hygiene.”

Chloe also revealed the biggest mistake that people make when they clean their bedding.

HOW TO WASH & DRY BEDDING PROPERLY

CHLOE has also revealed what temperature we should be washing our bedding to make sure we get rid of all bacteria - and it's higher than you think.

She said: “In terms of temperature, 40 degrees Celsius is ideal for bedding in summer.

“While 30 degrees is more energy efficient, it isn’t always enough to kill off bacteria or allergens.

“It also won’t work if your bedding has visible stains, so a minimum of 40 degrees Celsius is advised.

“For pillowcases or sheets with heavy soiling, I’d recommend a hotter 60-degree wash, but always check care labels first.

“You can always boost a cooler wash with natural antibacterials like white vinegar or tea tree oil if needed.”

When it comes to drying, however, she urges people not to use their tumble dryer.

Chloe added: “Air-drying is always best for bedding. If you have access to outdoor space, hang your sheets in direct sunlight as the UV rays naturally disinfect and the airflow helps reduce any smell.

“If you’re relying on indoor drying, ensure you have good ventilation to prevent damp or mildew.

“Tumble drying should only be a backup rather than a first choice, particularly for delicate fabrics.”

She said: “The most common mistake people make when cleaning bedding is not washing their pillows.

“No, I don’t mean pillowcases, I mean actual pillows.

“I recommend doing this at least twice a year as a minimum, and treat them according to their filling.

“Synthetic pillows tolerate warmer washes.

“But feather or down should be washed cool and air-dried flat to avoid clumping or damage.

“If you’re a night sweater, I’d recommend washing your pillows a couple of times over the summer period.”

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Changing our bedding is more essential in the summer than you might think[/caption]

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Vid shows Disneyland Paris ‘wedding rehearsal’ ahead of ‘marriage’ of ‘confused’ girl, 9, to Brit man before his arrest

CREEPY footage has emerged of an alleged mock “wedding” between a British man and a nine-year-old girl at Disneyland Paris.

A video released by French network BFM TV shows around 100 guests seated during the £111,000 ceremony in front of the iconic Sleeping Beauty castle.

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Guests at the twisted mock ‘wedding rehearsal’ in front of Disneyland Paris’ Sleeping Beauty castle[/caption]
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The park rented out the iconic castle grounds to the organisers under the belief it was a genuine wedding[/caption]

Guests are seen waiting for what they had reportedly been told would be “a chic and elegant” wedding rehearsal.

In the video filmed on Saturday at dawn, a flower-covered stage, lavish décor, a grand cake and musicians can be seen.

But what they witnessed next would leave them horrified – appearing on stage as the “bride” was a nine-year-old girl.

The child, reportedly of Ukrainian nationality, was carried out as she could not walk in the extravagant bridal dress.

Disney staff immediately called police upon spotting a “scared and confused” child in a big dress with four-inch heels taped to her feet, reports French newspaper Le Parisien.

Disneyland Paris was reportedly deceived about the nature of the event, as reported by The Sun earlier today.

The park said it had rented out the grounds of the Sleeping Beauty Castle under the impression that a genuine wedding rehearsal would take place – not an event involving a minor.

The event cost the organisers $130,000 (£111,000), BFM reported. 

The organiser is said to have assumed the “identity of a Latvian national”, using “false documents to secure the conclusion of the contract for privatising the park”, BFM TV reports.

According to Le Parisien, the man, 22, had presented himself “as a future Irish groom living in Germany”. 

Cops are said to have immediately arrested the “groom”, who later insisted that the purpose of the ceremony was to create a video for social media.

But Disney staff said recording is strictly forbidden, adding that “the man may have devised this subterfuge to obtain images of the park”.

The girl’s 41-year-old mother, reportedly Ukrainian, was also arrested.

She said she wanted her daughter to feel like a Disney “princess” for the day, according to DW News.

200 adult guests and 100 children aged five to 15 were said to have been recruited online through ads describing a “chic and elegant” “rehearsal” wedding, Le Parisien reported. 

They were allegedly paid €200 each and told to “enter the room, sit down, stand up, applaud and participate naturally and elegantly in this event filmed in a festive and classy atmosphere”. 

A statement issued by the prosecutor’s office in the local town of Meaux read: “Four people were arrested and questioned: the groom, who was believed to be the organiser of the event and is presumed to be British and aged 22; the mother of the child, a 41-year-old Ukrainian woman; and two Latvian nationals aged 55 and 24.”

A 55-year-old man claimed he was hired to play the role of the “bride’s” dad for 12,000 euros (£10,266) – and only discovered her age at the event, local news reports.

The prosecutor’s statement added that “police custody of the British suspect and a Latvian national was also extended on charges of fraud and money laundering”.

A criminal investigation has been opened, according to the prosecutor’s office.

It added that a medical examination confirmed the child had not suffered any violence.

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The man posing as the ‘groom’ claimed he was the director of a production company and they were shooting a video
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A guest said they were left utterly ‘stunned’ when they realised the bride was a child[/caption]

Officials say they are still trying to understand the nature of the event.

The man posing as the “groom” claimed that he was the director of a production company and that they were shooting a video, a police source told Le Parisien.

A witness, who said they had been a guest at the event, told the newspaper: “We all thought we were going to attend a wedding…

“Everyone was stunned, no one expected it. Disneyland did things very well.

“They cancelled everything as soon as they realized the bride was a child. We were shocked to see that.”

Witness Yeleen, who attended the ceremony as a guest with her daughter, said: “I saw a little girl dressed in white.

“I saw her hair prepared with curls and a lady picking her up in her arms.

“At that moment, I was shocked. I realised when I saw the child. It was atrocious.”

The prosecutor’s office said: “So it wasn’t a wedding, but a staged wedding filmed with around a hundred extras.

“They privatised Disneyland Paris, pretending it was a real wedding.”

They are set to appear before a judge at Meaux judicial court on Monday as part of a formal judicial investigation.

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The iconic Sleeping Beauty Castle[/caption]
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Around 12 million tourists are said to visit Disneyland Paris each year[/caption]

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Fresh blow to Wynne Evans as his final BBC show is axed after one series following Strictly scandal

The BBC has cut its last ­remaining tie with former Strictly Come Dancing contestant Wynne Evans.

I can reveal that the continuing ­controversy surrounding the TV star has seen his six-part travelogue, All at Sea, officially axed after just one season.

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Controversy surrounding Wynne has seen his six-part travelogue, All at Sea, with Joanna Page, officially axed[/caption]
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The opera singer, who starred in the Go Compare ads, had already been embroiled in ‘gropegate’ during last year’s Strictly
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Wynne, pictured here with Katya, was dropped from the Strictly Live Tour after making what seemed to be a crude remark at the launch event
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The debut series of the show — which he hosted with his pal, Gavin & Stacey star Joanna Page — saw them travel up and down the coastline of their Welsh homeland.

It was paused earlier this year when Wynne was dropped from the Strictly Live Tour after making what seemed to be a crude remark at the launch event.

The opera singer, who starred in the Go Compare ads, had already been embroiled in “gropegate” during last year’s show, when he appeared to place an unsolicited hand on the ­stomach of his dance partner Katya Jones on live TV.

The pair said it was an inside joke and stressed they were great friends.

All at Sea aired on BBC One in February and March and saw Wynne and Joanna setting sail for Barry Island, Swansea, Tenby and St Davids.

Of the travel show’s axing, an insider said: “Once the first series was slapped on ice, there was always a huge question mark hanging over the prospect of a second outing.

“Only now has the BBC publicly confirmed it won’t be returning.

“It means that Wynne has no TV show or radio show with the Beeb, and effectively marks the end of their ­relationship.”

Wynne recently parted company with BBC Wales, where he was a DJ.

He launched his own online radio show earlier this month, and just over 40,000 tuned in for its first broadcast.

All six episodes of All at Sea are still available to watch on BBC iPlayer.

But a spokeswoman for the BBC confirmed: “There are no plans for a second series.”

Boxing role no low blow

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Stephen Graham says wife Hannah was worried by the title of his new Disney+ boxing drama A Thousand Blows, according to the star[/caption]

He got beefed up to star as boxer Sugar Goodson in Disney+ historical drama A Thousand Blows – but Stephen Graham says his wife wasn’t thrilled when she was first told of his new role.

Hannah Walters, who appeared alongside Stephen in 2021 film Boiling Point, was worried about what type of filming he was doing after hearing the series’ title.

Speaking to Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes and Will Arnett on their SmartLess podcast, he said: “My missus went, as soon as they said, A Thousand Blows, ‘Sounds a bit like a top shelf, that . . . ’”

Stephen, who starred in his Netflix series Adolescence earlier this year, added: “I trained – I did a lot of boxing, ate a s***load of protein, and it was great – I had six months when I got into the best shape I’ve ever been in.

“To do all that training at 51, that’s crazy.”


The Streets’ Mike Skinner is among musicians who will read a CBeebies Bedtime Story.

Loyle Carner, The Last Dinner Party singer Abigail Morris and Sampha will also host the popular show, which airs weekdays at 6.50pm.

Friday will see surprise stars reading from Glastonbury.


Damian on dino duties

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Damian Lewis is lending his voice to a new immersive dinosaur experience bringing prehistoric beasts to life

Wolf Hall star Damian Lewis will narrate an immersive dinosaur experience where you can get up close and personal with the prehistoric creatures.

Prehistoric Planet: Discovering Dinosaurs, at the Lightroom venue in London’s King’s Cross, is being put on in collaboration with Apple TV+ from July 9.

The actor will lend his captivating voice to bring alive the excitement, drama and gravity of one of the most fascinating times in our Earth’s history.

With music from Hans Zimmer, it promises to bring visitors closer than ever to what it would have been like to see dinosaurs in real life.

Damian said of the attraction: “It’s an amazing immersive space to transport people back in time.”

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Brooklyn Beckham ‘has cut off brothers Cruz and Romeo’ in feud as family fear he’s ‘obsessed with’ Nicola Peltz

BROOKLYN Beckham has reportedly ‘cut off brothers Cruz and Romeo’ in the latest move amid the huge family feud.

The son of David and Victoria Beckham has hit the headlines after a distancing from his family.

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Brooklyn Beckham has apparently cut off his siblings as the family feud intensifies[/caption]
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He is no longer on speaking terms with Romeo or Cruz[/caption]
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This comes after he snubbed the birthday celebrations of his father David along with his wife Nicola Peltz (pictured)[/caption]

Rumours about a feud with the Beckham clan and Nicola Peltz, 30, have circulated since her £3million wedding to Brooklyn, 26, in Florida.

The actress and media personality reportedly snubbed a design by her mother-in-law for a custom gown by Valentino.

Since then, the alleged clash has intensified as Brooklyn snubbed all four parties that were thrown for his ex-footballer dad David to celebrate his birthday.

This was despite the fact that he was located in London with Nicola at the time, away from their Los Angeles £11million mansion.

Now it has been revealed that the situation has become so severe that Brooklyn is no longer on speaking terms with his siblings.

According to The Mail, his family – which include Romeo, 22, and Cruz, 20, – refer to the aspiring chef as ‘The Hostage’.

It’s also been reported that the former amateur photographer failed to even congratulate his dad after news emerged of his knighthood.

Brooklyn appeared to previously take a swipe at his family on Instagram when he posted a video with his wife.

Emphasising his ‘choice’ to stick by his wife, the caption read: “My whole world x I will love you forever x I always choose you baby x you’re the most amazing person i know xx me and you forever baby.”

The outlet also stated that Brooklyn now spends most of his evenings alone with his wife.

His evenings consist of activities such as watching TV together by the fire as well as running her a bath.

This is a far cry from his former party lifestyle where he was seen with the likes of Jack Ramsay – son of TV chef Gordon Ramsay.

He also used to have a close bond with Anais Gallagher, 25, who is the daughter of Oasis frontman Noel Gallagher.

Brooklyn’s feud with his brother reportedly stems from a falling out between Nicola, and Kim Turnbull, 24, who was in a relationship with Brooklyn’s younger sibling, Romeo, 22.

What do David Beckham’s tattoos mean?

Hands

Starting with the hands, and David Beckham has the word “Love” inked across the top of his left hand, with a swallow on either side.

This is joined by the numbers 723, a combination of the shirts he famously wore for Manchester United and later Real Madrid.

On his little finger, he has the year he was married.

Becks also has a small female-stick figure designed by his daughter Harper.

The devoted husband has “Posh” tattooed on a finger as a nod to wife Victoria Beckham’s Spice Girls nickname.

Arms

Becks has two sleeve tattoos on both his arms with the centrepieces paying tribute to his marriage to Victoria.

The most famous of his body art comes in the shape of her name along the inside of his forearm, which is inked in Sanskrit.

Both Posh and Becks have Hebrew tattoos, which they got to celebrate their sixth wedding anniversary.

The matching tatts translate to, “I am my beloved’s and my beloved is mine”.

Meanwhile, Becks also has a separate rose inking on his left arm to mark the couple’s tenth anniversary.

Neck

One of Beckham’s most famous tattoos is on his neck, which is a gothic style cross and wings.

It is symbolic of to his religion and acts as a protective guardian of his son Romeo, whose name is tattooed just below the angel wings.

Beckham also has the name of his daughter, Harper, on the side of his neck.

This was later updated to include the words “Pretty Lady”, to mark her fourth birthday.

Back

Beckham’s back tattoos serve as tribute to his sons.

He has angel wings at the top as a sign of protection for them.

Becks has both his eldest on Brooklyn, and his youngest son Cruz’s names inked across his back.

Body

Beckham has a large chest tattoo that is an image of himself as Jesus, with three cherubs representing his sons, Brooklyn, Romeo, and Cruz.

The footy ace also has a vertical tattoo down his left side in Chinese symbols – this translates as “Death and life have determined appointments”.

Paying homage to his father, he has an inking of a ship at full mast – which is identical to the same one his dad has.

The outlet suggested that her team told members of the US media that she was the reason why the pair didn’t attend David’s birthday gatherings.

Romeo and Kim have since split, but it seems the relationship between the brothers has not warmed since then.

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The entire Beckham family are reportedly engulfed in a huge feud with Brooklyn[/caption]
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Brooklyn allegedly didn’t even congratulate his father when he was awarded with a Knighthood[/caption]
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The Beckham family apparently refer to Brooklyn as ‘The Hostage’[/caption]
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Rumours of a feud circulated between Nicola and Brooklyn’s mother Victoria Beckham at the time of her wedding[/caption]
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She reportedly snubbed a design from her mother-in-law for her custom Valentino gown[/caption]

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The B&Q buy that banishes black mould in a bathroom without bleach & you don’t need to spend ages scrubbing either

THE cold and damp winter months may be behind us for now, but many households will still be suffering from mould.

UK homes often end up with condensation and mould during winter and early spring, with the bathroom being the most common room affected.

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Professional cleaner's secret to removing black mold without bleach, scrubbing, or toxic products.
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The simple trick only requires two items you can grab on the highstreet[/caption]

Thankfully, cleaning pros have revealed a product you can grab on the high street to tackle even the toughest of stains.

Even if you clean your bathroom daily, mould is a common problem because of the humidity levels caused by showers and baths.

Mould can grow on sealant around the windows, bath, and sink, making your bathroom look dirty no matter what you do.

It can look unsightly in the home – but that’s not the only problem mould causes.

The NHS states if you have damp and mould in your home you’re more likely to have respiratory problems, respiratory infections, allergies or asthma.

Damp and mould can also affect the immune system.

Taking to Instagram, the pros from @thecleangroup have revealed how a supermarket buy can make all the difference – and there’s no scrubbing involved.

“Totally natural & totally powerful. You don’t need to use toxic chemicals to banish black mould,” they captioned the viral post.

So, what’s the secret?

The combination of hydrogen peroxide and some simple kitchen roll is all you need.

The best part is you don’t need to break the bank to get your hands on it either, since hydrogen peroxide can be bought from B&Q for just £8.99.

Of course, you won’t need to use a full bottle since you’ll only need to cover the affected areas, meaning the trick will work out to as little as 30p.

First decant 6% Hydrogen Peroxide into a spray bottle and spritz any areas with black mould.

Then line the same areas with kitchen roll and spray again before waiting 30 minutes to remove everything – you should make sure to wear gloves when using hydrogen peroxide as well.

Finish up by rinsing the same area thoroughly and you’ll be left with a bathroom that looks as good as new.

“That’s it! No scrubbing, no toxic chemicals and no bleach,” the pros said.

After sharing the trick on Instagram other cleaning fans couldn’t believe how well it worked.

One said: “This is brilliant, thank you!”

And a second commented: “I’m giving my daughters house a full reset while she’s off for the weekend and I know she had this problem so thanks for sharing this.”

“I’ve never tried this, I always use white vinegar but great results,” another wrote.

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The trick left the bathroom looking spotless[/caption]

An expert's guide to removing mould and repainting walls

Not only does mould look ugly, but if it’s not treated properly it can impact your health.

Ronseal shared its guide to removing, fixing and preventing mould infestations.

You should only remove mould if it’s caused by condensation and covers an area smaller than one metre squared. If the mould is caused by sewage or contaminated water, call in a professional.

Before you start, wear goggles, long rubber gloves and a mask that covers your nose and mouth to protect you from the mould spores. Open the windows for added ventilation but keep the doors shut to avoid spores spreading.

How to remove mould from walls:

  1. Fill a bucket with water and mild detergent like washing up liquid. Or use a dedicated mould remover to make quick work of it. 
  2. Dip a cloth in water and wipe the mould off the wall. Don’t brush it as this can release mould spores.
  3. Once you’ve removed the mould, use a dry rag to remove the rest of the moisture.
  4. Throw away the cloth and vacuum the room to make sure you’ve removed all of the spores.

How to paint over mould:

Never ever paint over mould without killing it first. It won’t tackle the source of the problem and will make it look worse.

Once you’ve treated the affected area, use a specialist anti-mould paint to finish the job.

Damp stains can be painted over with a suitable paint like Ronseal’s 6 Year Anti Mould Paint, so long as the damp has dried and the source has been treated. Some damp sealants can be applied directly onto a wet surface, so check the instructions before you begin.

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I look so young I got ID’d at Disney World with my kids – the worker was stunned when they realised my real age

A MUM who looks a decade younger than her real age has revealed she’s even been ID’d at Disney World while with her kids.

Courtney Ryrie-Novack is originally from Scotland but now lives in Florida and has two young sons, four-year-old Kolsyn and Hudsyn, two.

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Courtney was left stunned when she was ID’d at Disney World[/caption]
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A Disney worker ID’d Courtney for renting a park bike which can’t be given to under 18s[/caption]

The mum regularly shares parenting tips and her family life on TikTok (@scottishcourt) where she boasts almost 22,000 followers.

In a recent video, she spoke out about a family trip to Disney World with her sons.

And she was left stunned when she was mistaken for a teenager by staff.

Courtney lipsynced “I’m a mommy, I’m a mom” while her TikTok caption read: “What it felt like when the Disney cast member ID me to rent a bike (18+) with my two kids beside me.”

The mum of two turns 27 in August but admits she still gets ID’d “quite often”.

While it’s mostly for looking younger than 21, the legal age to buy booze in America, she has even been mistaken for a teen.

She told Fabulous: “I had been ID’d for 21+ quite a few times but only 18+ once or twice before, so I was shocked [when I was ID’d at Disney World].

“I found it a little bit comical but at the same time a little flattered seeing as everyone wants to look younger after having kids I feel.

“The worker apologised and just said ‘wow I would have never guessed’ but remained professional.”

The youthful mum doesn’t gatekeep her secrets to looking good for your age, either.

While she admits she’s “still trying to find a secret formula” for skincare, she keeps it pretty simple with her daily routine – and it’s obviously working!

She said: “I wash my face twice a day with a sensitive, clean facial cleanser.

“And I always tone my face and use sun tan lotion (sunscreen) if I’m going to be exposed a lot to the sun that day, such as a theme park or beach day.”

We told earlier how Courtney suffered an embarrassing wardrobe malfunction at a water park – and her son was the culprit.

She said: “Nothing is more humbling than being a toddler mum.

“My son just exposed me to the whole of Aquatica [water park] by pulling my bikini top off as I was carrying his float.

“I was mortified.”

She added: “Such a love hate relationship with your kids anyone disagrees are lying.

“You love them no matter what though before anyone comes for me.”

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Courtney keeps her age-defying skincare routine very simple[/caption]

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Top 20 Cannabis Shops: Where to Buy Weed in Samut Sakhon Vol 1, 2024

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