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KYLE WALKER’s stint with AC Milan has got off to a disastrous start.

The England international joined the Italian giants in the January transfer window on loan from Manchester City.

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Kyle Walker joined AC Milan on loan from Manchester City in January[/caption]

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Milan having Champions League football likely played a role in his decision to move to the San Siro[/caption]

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But they won’t be playing in Europe’s elite competition any more after being knocked out by Feyenoord[/caption]

The prospect of playing Champions League football at the iconic San Siro stadium was no doubt one of the things that attracted Walker to the move.

But just 25 days after his Milan move, the Rossoneiri are now no longer in Europe‘s elite club competition.

Milan were dumped out of the prestigious tournament thanks to a 2-1 aggregate defeat in their last-16 qualifier.

Feyenoord, who secured a stunning 3-3 draw with Walker’s parent club last year, went into the second leg leading the tie 1-0.

But Santiago Jiminez cancelled out their lead less than 60 seconds into the return leg and laid the foundations for a big comeback.

Milan huffed and puffed but failed to breach the vistors’ goal a second time.

And they paid the price in the 73rd minute when Julian Carranza struck to restore the visitor’s advantage and fire them into the last 16.

Walker and his Milan team-mates cut frustrated figures after the final whilst.

The visitors, on the other hand, were ecstatic with their famous progression through to the knockout stages.

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FLOYD MAYWEATHER dreams of owning the world’s seventh-richest sports club.

Now “The Money” has launched a buy-in bid for the New York Giants that is more jaw-dropping than any knockout blow he landed in the ring.

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Mayweather is keen to buy into the New York Giants[/caption]

The boxing legend, 47, is reportedly heading a group trying to purchase 10% of the NFL team… for around $700 million (£556m).

TMZ Sports say Mayweather and his business partner – real estate magnate, Meyer Orbach – are preparing an offer.

It’s claimed $200m ((£159m) has already been put aside in an escrow account.

That’s an account where a neutral third party holds onto a sum while a contract is sorted out.

US sports teams dominate the rich list – Dallas Cowboys heading the pile with a valuation of $10.1bn.

Four-time Super Bowl winners the Giants come in at $7.4bn – just behind the New York Patriots on $7.4bn.

The roll-call of wealth Stateside is broken below the top 10 by three of Europe’s biggest football clubs.

Real Madrid are joint 12th on $6.6bn, alongside 2025 Super Bowl winners Philadelphia Eagles on $6.6bn.

Next come Manchester United ($6.55bn), while Barcelona are 20th on $5.6bn.

It’s reckoned five-weight ex-world champion Mayweather and Orbach could soon be joined by another major investor in a group trying to buy part of the Giants.

TMZ quote Orbach as saying: “My partners and I are always looking at different opportunities, including ownership of sports teams. I can’t comment further than that.”

He already owns nearly 20% of basketball team Minnesota Timberwolves.

The interest in the Giants follows two of the team’s owners revealing they hope to sell some of their stake.

Now John Mara, who is club founder Tim Mara’s grandson, and Steve Tisch could soon be tested by an approach from Mayweather.

And the amount involved would absolutely dwarf his other spectacular investments, such as his $20m fleet of supercars.

THE Jam drummer Rick Buckler has died at the aged of 69 after a short illness.

Rick was the drummer for the hit band from its formation in the early 1970s through to its break up in the early 1980s.

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His The Jam bandmates Paul Weller and Bruce Foxton confirmed the sad news in separate statements.

Weller wrote: “I’m shocked and saddened by Rick’s passing. I’m thinking back to us all rehearsing in my bedroom in Stanley Road, Woking. To all the pubs and clubs we played at as kids, to eventually making a record.

“What a journey! We went far beyond our dreams and what we made stands the test of time. My deepest sympathy to all family and friends – P.W x.”

Bruce Foxton said: “I was shocked and devastated to hear the very sad news today. Rick was a good guy and a great drummer whose innovative drum patterns helped shape our songs.

“I’m glad we had the chance to work together as much as we did. My thoughts are with Leslie and his family at this very difficult time,”

Legendary musician Rick had been forced to cancel his recent spoken word tour due to “ongoing health issues”.

On February 1 his team posted a message about the cancellation on Facebook.

A ROLLS-Royce inspired by the power of Spitfires has gone on sale for a staggering £320,000.

The all-electric Black Badge Spectre super-coupe is kitted out with a secret button that mimic the boost of a Second World War fighter jet.

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The Black Badge Spectre comes in Vapour Violet and hits 60mph in just 4.1 seonds[/caption]

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The steering-wheel has an ‘Infinity’ button that unleashes insane speeds when activated[/caption]

It has been officially named as “the most powerful Rolls-Royce in history” and the motor can go from zero to 60mph in just 4.1 seconds.

The beast is £50,000 more than the standard Spectre and shaves a third off the acceleration time.

The two-door with a retro colour palette is for “rebels who refuse to conform”, according to Rolls-Royce’s website.

Inspired by the neon lights of the 80s and 90s club culture, it also comes in a Vapour Violet paint finish.

The ‘Infinity Mode’ button on the steering-wheel unlocks 659 horsepower, overshadowing to the standard Spectre’s 585 horsepower.

‘Once this mode is activated, the dials become more vibrant to match the change in the motor car’s character,’ says Rolls-Royce. 

Rolls-Royce was behind the Merlin Engine, which powered the most famous World War II fighter planes – including the Spitfire, Hurricane, Mosquito, Mustang and Lancaster.

The luxury car manufacturer said: “The driver engages this function by fully depressing the brake and throttle at the same time, waiting for a haptic and visual response signalling the car is ready, before fully releasing the brake. 

“This temporarily amplifies the torque (pulling power) output to a landmark 1075 Nm, unleashing a surge of force and propelling the motor car from 0-to-60mph in just 4.1 seconds.”

“Although these function are new for a Rolls-Royce motor car, they have a historical precedent.

“In aircraft powered by the legendary Rolls-Royce Merlin engine, including the Supermarine Spitfire, pilots could obtain a burst of additional power by pushing a switch on the throttle quadrant.”

This comes after a 1980s Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II was discovered hidden away in a barn.

The famous motor, which featured in a video by YouTuber Alex Kersten of Autoalex Cars, arrived at a Farringdon-based shop and was diagnosed with issues with its ignition system, distributor cap, and carburetor.

As reported by Supercar Blondie, Alex said: “Every electrical system seemed to have its own unique gremlin — it was like playing whack-a-mole with faults.

“Getting parts for a car like this is a scavenger hunt—some components are rarer than the car itself.”

But after multiple issues and a handful of attempts, Alex and his team were able to replace the components – including the seized engine, hydraulic suspension system, and braking system.

They also rebuilt the carburetor, adjusted the timing belt, and addressed electrical problems.

Seemingly, the car could now run fine – but then it failed to start at a crucial time during a classic car show, which saw them further replace the spark plugs, fuel, and repairs, before the car was able to fire up again.

Lewis, the car’s owner who also has five or six other Rolls-Royce cars, said: “I’m honestly ecstatic.”

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The beast is £50,000 more than the standard Spectre[/caption]

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The car is the most powerful Rolls-Royce yet[/caption]

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It is being marketed for ‘rebels who refuse to conform’[/caption]

LAUREN Goodger today showed off her shapely £5k bum as she stepped out in leggings, after revealing plans to go back to a more natural look.

Lauren, 38, who shot to fame on the first series of The Only Way Is Essex in 2010, has always been very open about the surgery she’s had done.

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Lauren Goodger was spotted out and about in her native Essex today[/caption]

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The Towie OG showed off her shapely £5K bum in her leggings[/caption]

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The reality star previously revealed she wanted to have her bum surgery reversed and go for a more ‘natural look’[/caption]

Today the Towie legend was seen stepping out for a trip to the cinema in her native Essex.

The mum-of-one opted for tight leggings which hugged her figure and showed off her shapely bum.

Lauren – who has daughter called Larose – has previously admitted to having a Brazilian Bum Lift in 2017, which followed her boob job in 2014, which took her from 34D to an E.

Over the years she has also admitted to having “tweakments” like Botox and fillers.

WANTING MORE ‘NATURAL LOOK’

But despite spending thousands to enhance her looks, Lauren has previously admitted she wants to go back to a more “natural look”.

Speaking to Closer last year, Lauren said: “When I had everything done, I looked the b****ks.

“My boobs looked amazing, I loved how I looked in pictures and all the attention.

“But now I wish I’d never had anything. I want it all out.

“My bum and boobs make me look bigger and cause me pain. I want to reverse it all and go back to natural.”

Going on, the reality star added: “When you have kids, your boobs blow up! I’ve got lumps and bumps everywhere and it feels heavy and uncomfortable. I had lovely boobs, there was nothing wrong with them.

“I had a great time with them, but if I knew they’d only get bigger, I wouldn’t have had them.

“We don’t know the long-term effects of implants either.”

Lauren then revealed how her Brazilian Butt Lift surgery had left her riddled with back pain.

“My bum is absolutely mahoosive,” she said. “That Kardashian look was in fashion and everyone was going to one particular place in Turkey.”

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The Towie star is seen here before her Brazilian Butt Lift in 2017[/caption]

She then added: “I asked around and thought, ‘Let’s do it’.

“I was toned and slim, and just wanted a big bum too.

“Now, when I lift Larose, my back is in bits.”

BECOMING A STAR

Lauren shot to fame in the very first series of The Only Way Is Essex.

The OG reality star dated Mark Wright during her time on the show, but the pair officially split up in 2016.

After Towie she competed in the eighth series of Dancing On Ice.

She was eliminated in the second week and has since branded the judges as “vile”.

Lauren also starred in Celebrity Big Brother in 2014 and was the seventh housemate of the series to be evicted.

In 2024, she returned to Towie, much to the delight of fans.

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KYLE WALKER’s stint with AC Milan has got off to a disastrous start.

The England international joined the Italian giants in the January transfer window on loan from Manchester City.

The prospect of playing Champions League football at the iconic San Siro stadium was no doubt one of the things that attracted Walker to the move.

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Kyle Walker joined AC Milan[/caption]

But just 25 days after his Milan move, the Rossoneiri are now no longer in Europe’s elite club competition.

Milan were dumped out of the prestigious tournament thanks to a 2-1 defeat on aggregate.

Feyenoord went into the second leg leading the tie 1-0.

But Santiago Jiminez cancelled out their lead less than 60 seconds into the return leg and laid the foundations for a big comeback.

Milan huffed and puffed but failed to breach the vistors’ goal a second time.

And they paid the price in the 73rd minute when Julian Carranza struck to restore the visitor’s advantage and fire them into the last 16.

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