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Scottish Sun
3 days ago
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Ex-Man Utd wonderkid and Premier League star suing doctor for £7m over ‘unnecessary' op he claims cost him his career
His abilities with the ball were discussed by the doctor's lawyers PAY UP Ex-Man Utd wonderkid and Premier League star suing doctor for £7m over 'unnecessary' op he claims cost him his career Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A FORMER Manchester United wonderkid is suing a doctor for £7million over an "unnecessary" operation. Sylvan Ebanks-Blake went under the knife after breaking his leg in 2013. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Sylvan Ebanks-Blake is suing a doctor for an 'unnecessary' operation Credit: Getty Images - Getty 2 He came through the youth ranks at Manchester United Credit: Getty - Contributor The retired striker never fully recovered from the injury as he did not return to top-flight football after the surgery. The 39-year-old believes that his surgeon, Prof James Calder, performed an "unnecessary" and "destructive" operation on his ankle. As a result, Ebanks-Blake says that the procedure caused his top-flight career to end prematurely. His barrister Simeon Maskrey KC told Mrs Justice Lambert at London's High Court: "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" READ MORE ON FOOTBALL EUR OUT Uefa bans disgraced club from all competitions for 10 years over match fixing It is also part of the footballer's case that he claims he was not asked for proper consent before the operation. However, Prof Calder's lawyers have argued that Ebanks-Blake overestimated his skills. They said he "had an overoptimistic view of his own powers of recovery". Barrister Martin Forde KC added: "Far from curtailing the claimant's career, the defendant will argue that his clinical skills prolonged the career of a professional footballer, who had suffered a very serious injury." JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS Ebanks-Blake was a promising forward in his youth days as he represented England at the Under-21 level. He also played youth football for Manchester United before leaving the club in 2006 for Plymouth Argyle. Where are they now: The unusual careers of former footballers The striker spent two years there before joining Wolves and established himself at the club. He scored 62 goals in 193 appearances for the club, including ten in the Premier League. Ebanks-Blake helped the club reach the top-flight in 2009 and was part of the iconic strike partnership alongside Irishman Kevin Doyle. He spent five years at the Molineux before the broken fibula injury struck. Ebanks-Blake left the club at the end of that season and bounced around clubs until he retired in 2019 at Walsall Wood following another leg fracture.
Scottish Sun
7 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Premier League star plans to build £5m superhome in wealthy ‘footballers haven'…but had to agree to unusual condition
RULED ONSIDE Premier League star plans to build £5m superhome in wealthy 'footballers haven'…but had to agree to unusual condition Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) DANNY Drinkwater's plans for a change of formation at his dream £5million new build mansion have been ruled "on-side" by planners. The former Chelsea and Leicester midfielder, 35, wants to demolish a former World War II munitions shed to make way for a seven-bed superhome - complete with a club room. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 7 Danny Drinkwater on a building site Credit: Instagram 7 A digital design for the new home included in the planning documents Credit: Ascot Design 7 Drinkwater's proposed new home is close to Alderley Edge - where many footballers live Credit: Andrew Price / View Finder Pictures It comes after the now-retired star was forced to alter previous plans and apply for a special licence from Natural England after a survey revealed the area is a popular roosting spot for endangered bats. Planners at the local council had slammed the "inappropriate" and "disproportionate" development on green belt land, but ultimately the changes were considered sufficient. Drinkwater's plans incorporate a special 19x13ft "bat loft" to allow access to the furry mammals. The luxury Georgian-style pad will boast a swimming pool, gym and cinema in the footballers' haven of Alderley Edge, Cheshire. It will also feature a grand entrance hall, orangery, drawing room, boot room, lift and no less than seven bedrooms, each with their own dressing room. Drinkwater was first granted planning permission for the stately pile four YEARS ago but building work has still not started. And now he wants to move the proposed 36ftx13 indoor pool, gym and four-bay garage into two separate outbuildings. In a statement, his planning agent said: "Since the granting of permission and the initial implementation of the proposals, the applicant wishes to alter the design as consented to suit the preferences and requirements of his family in the creation of a family home. "The purpose of the revised design is to reduce the bulk of the main house elevation and garage so that the home may sit more freely in the landscape and to improve openness in the green belt setting." Original plans for the new build included a snug, wine store, morning and evening terrace, library and office but these have now been subbed off. Ex-Man Utd and Chelsea star Juan Mata turns to 11 football legends including Eric Cantona to help launch new career The proposed site is a seven-acre farm that was used by the military with a number of munitions and railway sheds served by a now disused railway. Drinkwater won the Premier League with Leicester in 2016 but made just 23 appearances for Chelsea in four years including several unsuccessful loan spells. He hung up his boots two years ago after leaving Reading at the end of the 2021-22 season and is now a property developer. Last year, he hit back at a troll after posting a picture of himself "grafting" on a building site. He got plenty of derisory comments including one that read: "F***ing hell Danny, you've hit rock bottom." But he hit back, saying: "Some of these messages, behave. I love being on site grafting! It's a choice." Officials at Cheshire East Council gave his amended new build plans the go-ahead after there were no objections from neighbours. They said: "It is accepted that the proposed scheme provides a more sustainable home on the site whilst having a measurably smaller and more visually appropriate impact on the country setting." The Sun has contacted Drinkwater for comment. What is special about Alderley Edge? Alderley Edge is part of Cheshire's 'Golden Triangle' - an affluent area of small towns and villages which also includes Wilmslow and Prestbury. Set in glorious countryside, the area is known for its expensive homes, high-end shops and upmarket bars and restaurants. It is popular with wealthy Premier League footballers and celebrities, and has earned a reputation as a millionaire's playground and a place to see and be seen. London Road, running through the centre of Alderley Edge, is frequently lined with millions of pounds worth of Lamborghinis, Ferraris and Bugattis as well as luxury 4X4s and other cars. The gated mansions offer peace and privacy and current residents on one particular road include Liverpool's Andy Robertson and his teammate Alexis Mac Allister. Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson once lived there as well as ex-United keeper Sergio Romero. And Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers is also thought to own a property on the road. 7 The building will replace a WW2 munitions shed Credit: Ascot Design 7 The home's proposed floor plan Credit: Ascot Design 7 Drinkwater playing for Chelsea in 2021 Credit: 2021 Visionhaus
The Irish Sun
7 days ago
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- The Irish Sun
Premier League star plans to build £5m superhome in wealthy ‘footballers haven'…but had to agree to unusual condition
DANNY Drinkwater's plans for a change of formation at his dream £5million new build mansion have been ruled "on-side" by planners. The former 7 Danny Drinkwater on a building site Credit: Instagram 7 A digital design for the new home included in the planning documents Credit: Ascot Design 7 Drinkwater's proposed new home is close to Alderley Edge - where many footballers live Credit: Andrew Price / View Finder Pictures It comes after the now-retired star was forced to alter previous plans and Planners at the local council had slammed the "inappropriate" and "disproportionate" development on green belt land, but ultimately the changes were considered sufficient. Drinkwater's plans incorporate a special 19x13ft "bat loft" to allow access to the furry mammals. The luxury Georgian-style pad will boast a swimming pool, gym and cinema in the footballers' haven of Alderley Edge, Cheshire. Read more news It will also feature a grand entrance hall, orangery, drawing room, boot room, lift and no less than seven bedrooms, each with their own dressing room. Drinkwater was first granted planning permission for the stately pile four YEARS ago but building work has still not started. And now he wants to move the proposed 36ftx13 indoor pool, gym and four-bay garage into two separate outbuildings. In a statement, his planning agent said: "Since the granting of permission and the initial implementation of the proposals, the applicant wishes to alter the design as consented to suit the preferences and requirements of his family in the creation of a family home. Most read in Football "The purpose of the revised design is to reduce the bulk of the main house elevation and garage so that the home may sit more freely in the landscape and to improve openness in the green belt setting." Original plans for the new build included a snug, wine store, morning and evening terrace, library and office but these have now been subbed off. Ex-Man Utd and Chelsea star Juan Mata turns to 11 football legends including Eric Cantona to help launch new career The proposed site is a seven-acre farm that was used by the military with a number of munitions and railway sheds served by a now disused railway. Drinkwater won the Premier League with Leicester in 2016 but made just 23 appearances for Chelsea in four years including several unsuccessful loan spells. He hung up his boots two years ago after leaving Reading at the end of the 2021-22 season and is now a property developer. Last year, he hit back at a troll after posting a picture of himself "grafting" on a building site. He got plenty of derisory comments including one that read: "F***ing hell Danny, you've hit rock bottom." But he hit back, saying: "Some of these messages, behave. I love being on site grafting! It's a choice." Officials at Cheshire East Council gave his amended new build plans the go-ahead after there were no objections from neighbours . They said: "It is accepted that the proposed scheme provides a more sustainable home on the site whilst having a measurably smaller and more visually appropriate impact on the country setting." The Sun has contacted Drinkwater for comment. What is special about Alderley Edge? Set in glorious countryside, the area is known for its expensive homes, high-end shops and upmarket bars and restaurants. It is popular with wealthy Premier League footballers and celebrities, and has earned a reputation as a millionaire's playground and a place to see and be seen. London Road, running through the centre of Alderley Edge, is frequently lined with millions of pounds worth of The gated mansions offer peace and privacy and current residents on one particular road include Liverpool's Andy Robertson and his teammate Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson once lived there as well as ex-United keeper Sergio Romero. And 7 The building will replace a WW2 munitions shed Credit: Ascot Design 7 The home's proposed floor plan Credit: Ascot Design 7 Drinkwater playing for Chelsea in 2021 Credit: 2021 Visionhaus 7 Alderley Edge is part of Cheshire's 'Golden Triangle' Credit: Andrew Price / View Finder Pictures
The Irish Sun
10-07-2025
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- The Irish Sun
Diogo Dalot lands new Man Utd shirt number worn by legend as Jose Mourinho prediction reemerges
DIOGO Dalot has been given the no. 2 Manchester United shirt ahead of the new season. The full-back, who has been with the club since 2018, has taken the number off of former teammate Victor Lindelof , who left the club this summer following the expiration of his contract. 2 Dalot has dropped his no. 20 for no. 2 Credit: Rex 2 Following Lindelof's departure Credit: Getty Lindelof had been given it in 2017 when he made his £38million move from Now, Dalot gets to follow in his footsteps and all the other names to have worn the no. 2 shirt - including Man United legend Gary Neville. Neville, who hasbecome a star pundit for Sky Sports following his retirement, occupied the no. 2 jersey from 1994 to 2011, spending his entire career at Old Trafford. He certainly made his mark in that shirt, too. Read more on Man Utd The right back made 600 appearances for the Red Devils in it, winning it all. Neville had no. 2 across his back when he won eight Premier League titles, four FA Cups, two Champions Leagues and three League Cups. Former Man United boss Jose Mourinho previously predicted Dalot would evolve into the next Neville, and now he's wearing his shirt, he has the chance to make that come true. Speaking to MUTV in December 2018 following a win over Fulham , Mourinho told Most read in Football BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 'I don't want to compare, especially not the number of titles but he is probably the same age as Gary Neville when he came into the first team. 'Probably he can follow Neville in this dynamic of more than 10 years as United's right-back, with amazing conditions to improve, because as I was saying he's 19 years old.' Ex-Man Utd and Chelsea star Juan Mata turns to 11 football legends including Eric Cantona to help launch new career Since Neville, that shirt has been worn by Wes Brown and Rafael too. Brown only donned it once, during the Manchester derby against Meanwhile, Man United's new addition, He has summer .
Scottish Sun
10-07-2025
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- Scottish Sun
Diogo Dalot lands new Man Utd shirt number worn by legend as Jose Mourinho prediction reemerges
The full-back will wear a number previously worn by a Man United captain NUMBER'S UP Diogo Dalot lands new Man Utd shirt number worn by legend as Jose Mourinho prediction reemerges Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) DIOGO Dalot has been given the no. 2 Manchester United shirt ahead of the new season. The full-back, who has been with the club since 2018, has taken the number off of former teammate Victor Lindelof, who left the club this summer following the expiration of his contract. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Dalot has dropped his no. 20 for no. 2 Credit: Rex 2 Following Lindelof's departure Credit: Getty Lindelof had been given it in 2017 when he made his £38million move from Benfica. Now, Dalot gets to follow in his footsteps and all the other names to have worn the no. 2 shirt - including Man United legend Gary Neville. Neville, who hasbecome a star pundit for Sky Sports following his retirement, occupied the no. 2 jersey from 1994 to 2011, spending his entire career at Old Trafford. He certainly made his mark in that shirt, too. The right back made 600 appearances for the Red Devils in it, winning it all. Neville had no. 2 across his back when he won eight Premier League titles, four FA Cups, two Champions Leagues and three League Cups. Former Man United boss Jose Mourinho previously predicted Dalot would evolve into the next Neville, and now he's wearing his shirt, he has the chance to make that come true. Speaking to MUTV in December 2018 following a win over Fulham, Mourinho told MUTV: 'Everybody knows that he has fantastic potential. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 'I don't want to compare, especially not the number of titles but he is probably the same age as Gary Neville when he came into the first team. 'Probably he can follow Neville in this dynamic of more than 10 years as United's right-back, with amazing conditions to improve, because as I was saying he's 19 years old.' Ex-Man Utd and Chelsea star Juan Mata turns to 11 football legends including Eric Cantona to help launch new career Since Neville, that shirt has been worn by Wes Brown and Rafael too. Brown only donned it once, during the Manchester derby against Manchester City in 2008. Meanwhile, Man United's new addition, Matheus Cunha, was assigned his new shirt number last week. He has taken Marcus Rashford's no.10, with Rashford being one of five senior players to tell the club of their desire to leave this summer.
