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Inside Man City star Erling Haaland’s car collection, from a £350k Aston Martin to a Porsche 911 GT3 worth £160k

MAN City star Erling Haaland has collected a fleet of astonishing motors over the years.

The Norwegian star, 24, recently inked a new deal at the Etihad – earning him a whopping £500,000-per-week.

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Erling Haaland boasts an amazing car collection
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Haaland has a stunning Porsche 911 GT3 worth £160k in his garage
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It’s a salary that allows the Cityzens’ top scorer to live a life of luxury.

One of his favourite pastimes is adding to his extensive garage.

Since his pay rise, Haaland has splashed the cash on two incredible new motors.

In the past week, the poacher has been seen driving into City’s training ground in a stunning Porsche 911 GT3 worth around £160,000.

Then, just a few days later, he rocked up in a Aston Martin DBX 707 that carries a price tag of £350,000, as he left Manchester Airport.

But those two stunners are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to his car collection.

Join SunSport in marvelling at what Haaland enjoys to drive.

Porshe 911 GT3, £160,000

No sooner had he put pen to paper on his 10-year bumper contract, Haaland was seen with a flashy new set of wheels.

The bold orange colour of his 911 GT3 certainly made him stand out from the crowd as autograph hunters waited for signatures outside City’s Etihad Campus.

It’s one of Porsche’s greatest ever cars – since its release in 2017.

Incredibly, it’s super-fast and is able to crush 0-60 mph in just 2.7 seconds.

Aston Martin DBX 707, £350,000

Upon returning to our shores, following a Champions League humbling by Real Madrid in the Champions League, Haaland was seen leaving Manchester Airport in ANOTHER new car.

This time, it was a lime green Aston Martin DBX 707 – better known as a special edition Formula 1 safety car.

It was the world’s most powerful SUV – producing 715bhp – until the Ferrari Purosangue came along.

It’s no slouch, either, capable of hitting 0-60 mph in 3.3 seconds.

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Aston Martin’s timeless DBX 707 is famously used by F1 as a safety car[/caption]
Rear view of a dark blue Aston Martin DBX driving on a dirt road.
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It can reach 0-60 mph in an impressive 3.3 seconds[/caption]

Rolls-Royce Cullinan, £300,000

Costing a mega £300,000, Haaland’s also got himself a luxury Roller.

The Cullinan is a favourite among sports stars, with the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Andy Ruiz Jr owning one.

It is a giant of a car, reaching 5.3m long, 2.1m wide and 1.8m tall.

But that’s not to say the 2.6 tonne Cullinan lacks any power.

Its 6.75-litre twin turbo V12 engine means the giant motor is still capable of hitting 62mph in five seconds with a top speed of 155mph.

Black Rolls-Royce Cullinan SUV at a car show.
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The Rolls-Royce Cullinan is one of the most expensive in Haaland’s car collection[/caption]

Range Rover Sport, £120,000

Another stereotypically footballer’s car, Haaland’s Range Rover Sport is top of the range.

It features massage electric memory seats and a Meridian sound system.

Back in 2018, it was the most leased car by Premier League stars.

A quick glance at Man Utd’s Carrington training ground car park and you will see tons of them.

Incredibly, it can manage 0-60 mph in 4.3 seconds and reaches a top speed of 176 mph.

Silver Range Rover Sport at a car show.
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Haaland has been seen behind the wheel of footballer’s favourite – Range Rover Sport[/caption]

Audi RS6 Avant, £120,000

The RS6 is Haaland’s go-to.

When he played in Germany for Borussia Dortmund, he had a red one.

Now he’s playing for Man City, he’s been spotted cruising around the city in a ridiculously trendy Carbon Black performance model.

A zippy vehicle, it’s capable of reaching 0-60 mph in just 3.5 seconds.

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The Audi RS 6 Avant costs £120,000[/caption]

Mercedes-AMG GLE Coupe, £90,000

Just because it is the cheapest in Haaland’s fleet, it doesn’t mean it is the worst.

This leg roomy Mercedes is the height of luxury in the SUV world.

At 6ft4in, the forward needs to feel comfy – and with the GLE Couple he’s found his everyday runner.

It’s a car Haaland often takes to and from training every day.

And he won’t be late considering it manages 0-60 in 5.2 seconds.

Custom Hamann Mercedes AMG GLE 63 Coupe at a car show.
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A £90,000 Mercedes AMG GLE 63 Coupe is the cheapest car in Haaland’s car collection[/caption]

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EastEnders fans convinced Martin’s death means TWO legendary characters are returning for funeral after series of clues

EASTENDERS fans are convinced Martin Fowler’s shock death means TWO legendary characters are returning.

Fans were heartbroken when the iconic EastEnders character – played by James Bye – was killed off during the 40th anniversary live episode last night.

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Fans were devastated when Martin was killed off during the live episode
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They’ve insisted James Bye’s exit will mean the return of two huge characters
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They’re adament Martin’s sister Michelle will return
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Some viewers were so outraged by the decision to permanently axe Martin that they’ve insisted they’ll never watch the soap again.

But others think the way in which the exit was orchistrated means we’ll at least see the return of some big names.

According to fans the decision to kill of Martin in general must mean something good is coming but the character also didn’t receive a ‘proper’ exit scene with extended credits – meaning they’ll likely make a huge deal out of his funeral.

Starting with the return of Martin’s sister Michelle [most recently played by Jenna Russell] and his niece Vicki [Scarlett Alice Johnson].

Writing on social media, one fan said: “I hope Martin has a really special funeral one that is close if not similar to Dot Cotton’s or Shakil Kazemi’s.

“The whole Square needs to be there and it needs to be a massive celebration of his life. Bring back Bex, Vicki & Michelle as well.”

Another said: “After killing off one of soaps best loved characters. I sure hope you have Michelle and Vicki coming back for the funeral.”

Someone else wrote: “I was a little bit gutted that Martin didn’t get Julia’s theme at the end.”

And a fourth added: “Does that mean we get a Michelle Fowler return? And Vicki?”

Michelle hasn’t been seen in Walford since 2018 while Vicki’s last appearance was way back in 2004.

Last night fans almost missed the pivotel moment of Martin’s death as they were distracted by the “sexy” paramedic Skinner, played by Luke Baker.

Luke later shared a message from a real-life nurse – who had spotted a blunder in Martin’s final scenes.

She penned: “The challenges of watching @bbceastenders live as a nurse who lives theatre.

“You spend too long wondering why Martin’s observations do not change at all.”

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Cutting 1 food staple out your diet for 2 weeks ‘can fix puffy eyes, clear skin, and reduce facial roundness’, says doc

IS problem skin getting you down?

The secret to clearer skin could be as simple as cutting out one food from your diet – and it might also result in a more defined face shape.

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Dr Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist, said one of the best ways to reset your body is to cut out sugar for two weeks[/caption]
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Your face will likely shift from looking rounder to a more natural shape, said the doctor[/caption]

Dr Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist who graduated from Harvard University, has revealed one of the best things to do for a better appearance is to “reset” the body by cutting out sugar for two weeks.

Sharing his experience and knowledge with his 485,000 followers on TikTok (@doctorsethimd ), the 42-year-old divulged what’s likely to happen when you make this small diet change.

In the clip, which has racked up 5.9m views and over 160,000 likes, he explains some of the transformations you’ll notice is a change in face shape and less puffy eyes.

“Your face will likely shift from looking rounder to a more natural shape,” the doctor, from California, US, says.

“Any puffiness or fluid retention around your eyes will also reduce.”

He also says a decrease in belly fat will be noticed, as the fat in the liver begins to lessen.

Dr Sethi continues: “Additionally, eliminating sugar leads to a happier gut by restoring a healthy gut microbiome.”

Finally, the diet tweak could leave you with clearer looking skin – while reducing the risk of serious diseases.

He says: “Lastly, if you have acne or red spots, your skin should improve and look clearer.”

Also that cutting out the sweet stuff will “drastically” reduce the risk of diabetes, heart disease and cancer, claiming these “thrive” off sugar.

Dr Sethi says as a final note that mood will improve, with less signs of irritability, anxiety and anger, and sleep quality will increase.

Other positives are less acid in the mouth, leading to fewer cavities, and lower chances of bloating and gas.

Studies have shown sugar can age your skin and trigger acne and spots.

Experts at Olay explain excess sugar in your bloodstream can cause glycation, which is a natural chemical reaction that happens when sugar levels in the bloodstream spike beyond what our insulin can handle.

Glycation has been shown to affect the part of our skin that keeps it ‘springy’ – the collagen and elastin

And when these two proteins are linked with sugar, they become weaker, leading to signs of ageing – drier skin, less elastic, wrinkles, sagging and a dull appearance.

Before and after images showing reduced eye puffiness after eliminating sugar.
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Any puffiness or fluid retention around your eyes may also reduce[/caption]
Before and after photos showing the effects of eliminating sugar on acne.
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If you have acne or red spots, your skin should improve and look clearer[/caption]

One study demonstrated how people with diabetes, who have a more difficult time controlling their blood sugar levels, tend to to age faster than those without high blood sugar.

Another study found how sugar can contribute to the development of acne and spots.

Consuming high amounts of sugar can lead to spikes in blood sugar levels, which causes a rise in insulin levels.

Elevated insulin can increase oil production in the skin, leading to clogged pores, spots and acne.

High sugar intake can also cause inflammation, which can make acne and other skin conditions worse.

The best ways to cut sugar out your diet

TIPS from the NHS offer ways to reduce sugar in foods and drinks.

Reducing sugar in drinks

  • Instead of sugary fizzy drinks or sugary squash, go for water, lower-fat milk, or sugar-free, diet or no-added-sugar drinks. While the amount of sugar in whole and lower-fat milk is the same, choosing lower-fat milk reduces your saturated fat intake.
  • Even unsweetened fruit juices and smoothies are sugary, so limit the amount you have to no more than 150ml a day.
  • If you prefer fizzy drinks, try diluting no-added-sugar squash with sparkling water.

Reducing sugar in food

  • Rather than spreading high-sugar jam, marmalade, syrup, chocolate spread or honey on your toast, try a lower-fat spread, reduced-sugar jam or fruit spread, sliced banana or lower-fat cream cheese instead.
  • Check nutrition labels to help you pick the foods with less added sugar, or go for the reduced- or lower-sugar version.
  • Try reducing the sugar you use in your recipes. It works for most things except jam, meringues and ice cream.
  • Choose tins of fruit in juice rather than syrup.
  • Choose unsweetened wholegrain breakfast cereals that are not frosted, or coated with chocolate or honey.
  • Choose unsweetened cereal and try adding some fruit for sweetness, which will contribute to your 5 A Day. Sliced bananas, dried fruit and berries are all good options.

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The Apprentice was ‘secretly forced to halt’ production amid cast illness & show star reveals Lord Sugar’s sweet gesture

THE Apprentice was secretly forced to halt filming on this year’s show after one of the cast members fell ill on-set.

BBC bosses took the decision to pause filming in week two after Nadia Suliaman fell unwell whilst in the boardroom.

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The Apprentice’s most recent series was forced to halt filming when Nadia fell ill[/caption]
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Lord Sugar stepped in to help her during the moment[/caption]
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Nadia was fired two weeks after secretly falling ill on the show[/caption]

Nadia had been suffering from an illness during the filming of the virtual popstar task in the days prior and things reached a peak as the candidates headed back into deliberation with Lord Sugar, Baroness Karren Brady and Tim Campbell.

As a result of her consistent coughing which was causing a disruption to filming, producers decided to pause and take a time-out.

Nadia, who was eliminated during this week’s episode, spoke exclusively to The Sun about the secret filming halt but admitted her cast members were all incredibly supportive.

The Knightsbridge hair salon owner told us: “You know I got quite ill in episode two.

“I was coughing. I was literally coughing so much that I was like splattering and they had to stop production because you know I was ill.”

However, Nadia revealed that it was a simple gesture from Lord Alan Sugar that put a smile on her face.

Revealing he broke out from his usual hard businessman exterior, Nadia revealed he personally got her a throat lozenger during the halt in production.

The fired candidate revealed: “This is such a kind thing but it just stuck with me. Lord Sugar just like threw across the table a throat lozenger to me.

“But they were really sweet and Baroness Brady gave me a tissue and it was just really really like humble and nice and I thought you know what – this is good.”

Her positive encounters ultimately made her respect Lord Sugar’s decision to fire her more as she felt he chose to axe her at the right time as opposed to when she found herself ill in the boardroom two weeks prior.

Nadia added: “It made me respect his decision on episode four [to fire her] more. 

“Had I been thrown out on episode two for example when I was back in the boardroom and ill with the virtual pop star task then I would have been gutted because I didn’t deserve to be back there that day not at all.”

Elsewhere, Nadia has lashed out at BBC bosses for editing out scenes and creating a “bad” episode for her during her final appearance on the show.

She told The Sun: “I do feel on this [episode], the editing is particularly bad.

“It is edited quite bad because there’s a lot of it that makes it look like I’m just completely wrong. 

“There were so many scenes where things did go well like the way the kitchen was run – we had a really good station and a really good work process.”

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Nadia is the latest star to be booted from the contest[/caption]

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Europa League draw LIVE: Stream FREE with draw ON NOW as Man Utd, Spurs and Rangers learn opponents – updates

THE Europa League Last 16 draw is on RIGHT NOW with tournament favourites Manchester United and Tottenham learning their opponents!

The Red Devils and Spurs are set to be drawn onto opposite sides of the draw, making an all English final a huge possibility.

The new Europa League format saw the top eight qualify automatically, while teams placed 9 to 24 faced off for a place in the round of 16.

The first leg of the round of 16 will take place on March 4/5, and the second leg will take place on March 11/12.

  • Start time: 12pm GMT
  • TV Channel/live stream: TNT Sports 1 / TNT Sports YouTube / Uefa.com

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Everyone can see the wheels – but you have 20/20 vision & a high IQ if you can spot the flat tyre in just 11 seconds

THIS is the mind-bending puzzle that puts your vision and intelligence to the test

If you can spot the flat tyre amongst the wheels within 11 seconds, then you can claim a high IQ and 20/20 vision.

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Can you spot the flat tyre within 11 seconds?[/caption]

This puzzle is particularly difficult because it doubles up as an optical illusion.

Your eyes can easily become mesmerised by the maze of circles and spokes.

Soon it becomes difficult to focus on any of the wheels at all – let alone identify the flat tyre.

There are two approaches you could take to tackling this teaser.

One tack would be to study each wheel in turn, and then move onto the next.

That might get you to the solution eventually – but it would be very difficult to check every one within the time limit.

The other option is to scan your eyes across the whole picture, hoping that an irregularity jumps out at you.

Whichever strategy you plump for – you better hurry up because time is ticking by.

Here’s a generous clue for the stragglers.

The offending tyre is in the top-left quarter of the picture.

Don’t worry if it’s still no joy, we’ve included the solution at the bottom of the page.

But before you scroll on, have one last go at solving it yourself.

How can optical illusions and brainteasers help me?

Engaging in activities like solving optical illusions and brainteasers can have many cognitive benefits as it can stimulate various brain regions.

Some benefits include:

  • Cognitive stimulation: Engaging in these activities challenges the brain, promoting mental agility and flexibility.
  • Problem-solving skills: Regular practice enhances analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Memory improvement: These challenges often require memory recall and can contribute to better memory function.
  • Creativity: They encourage thinking outside the box, fostering creativity and innovative thought processes.
  • Focus and attention: Working on optical illusions and brainteasers requires concentration, contributing to improved focus.
  • Stress relief: The enjoyable nature of these puzzles can act as a form of relaxation and stress relief.

If you’ve made it this far but still not spotted the tyre, then a trip to the opticians might be in order.

But we won’t leave you hanging; here’s the solution.

The flat tyre is circled in red.

You can notice it by the longer, flatter area of contact between the rubber and the ground.

If you enjoyed that puzzle, have a crack at the others down below.

As always, solutions at the bottom of the page.

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The flat tyre is circled in red[/caption]
Optical illusion of hearts with a hidden ring.
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How long does it take you to find the ring in the sea of hearts?[/caption]
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Can you find the joker in just seven seconds?[/caption]
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Can you spot the strawberry hidden amongst this image in less than nine seconds?[/caption]
Optical illusion: find the ring hidden among pink hearts.
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Did you spot the engagement ring in the bottom left-hand corner?[/caption]
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Were you quick enough to spot it?[/caption]
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Did you find the strawberry under the cow’s nose? It’s circled in red[/caption]

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The beautiful little town on a Spanish island made famous by Meghan Markle after new brand logo controversy

PORRORES is a Majorcan town that has bars, vineyards, 36 windmills and now, a link to royalty.

Compared to the other Spanish destinations, Porrores doesn’t get too many visitors – but that could be set to change thanks to Meghan Markle‘s latest branding of As Ever.

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Porrores is home to just five thousand residents[/caption]
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Meghan’s latest design has been compared to the Porrores coat of arms[/caption]
The As Ever logo accused of plagiarising the coat of arms of an area of Porreres, Mallorca
They share the palm tree and bird design

Porrores is not a tourist destination, especially when compared to the capital of the island, Palma that brings in millions of visitors a year.

The town has a population of just 5,000, but could well be inundated with visitors with the Duchess Meghan Markle putting it on the map.

Meghan’s brand, As Ever, formerly known as American Riviera Orchard, is a lifestyle brand selling everything from pet food to yoga gear, home decor and cookbooks.

But she recently came under scrutiny for the design.

Her logo is of a white palm tree with two birds either side – and looks strikingly similar to the Porrores coat of arms.

The town’s coat of arms dates actually back to 1370 a few years after it was reclaimed by Spain from the Romans and the Saracens.

The mayor of Ms Mora Veny has since said they will be asking Meghan to remove it from her website.

She told The Sun: “The only difference with their logo and our coat of arms is that theirs shows two hummingbirds and in ours are either swallows or pigeons — historians cannot agree.”

Mr Veny has also said she would be happy to show Meghan around the town to show her the prevalence of the coat of arms.

But even tourists can explore the town, with popular local spots including the street of Avinguda Bisbe Campins, which has bars, cafes, the town hall and the popular gothic church of Nostra Senyora del Consolacion.

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The town has a huge monastery and surrounding vineyards[/caption]

Porrores is particularly well known for growing olives, apricots, almonds and cereal crops.

So if you stumble across the local market, expect some very high quality produce.

It’s also a great place to explore the vineyards and learn more with an organised tour.

There are also 36 windmills in the town, 10 of which are in the town centre.

Old windmill in a field in Porreres, Mallorca.
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There are 36 windmills scattered across the countryside but most are out of use[/caption]

Not all the windmills are in use though, some have been abandoned, some are used as warehouses.

With the town being inland, it’s a great place for anyone who enjoys hiking to explore the countryside.

It’s very central location means its easy to visit neighbouring towns on the island like Manacor, Campos and Llucmajor.

To get to Porrores, holiday makers will need to fly into Palma and then either drive for just over half an hour, or take the train which takes just under an hour.

And while it’s not exactly a tourist hotspot, there are some great places to stay in with some from as little as £89 per night.

Meghan Markle's to launch As Ever

Meghan Markle's lifestyle brand is set to launch next month...

Meghan Markle announced in mid-February that she would be changing the name of her lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard to As Ever.

Meghan said American Riviera Orchard is a nickname for where she grew up in Santa Barbara – which, as previously reported, has caused her trademark issues.

On an Instagram video, Meghan promised fans she will still be selling jams, saying “my jam is my jam”, but As Ever opens up more opportunities and is tied to her upcoming Netflix show With Love, Meghan.

Her brand is expected to launch alongside the show will will air on Tuesday 4 March.

A popular hotel on TripAdvisor is Finca Son Jorbo with 356 five star reviews.

The privately-owned traditional Majorcan house in the rural countryside has been transformed into a stylish bed and breakfast from £105 per night.

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Porrores is just half an hour away from the main city of Palma[/caption]

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Charlotte Crosby flogging old sofa for £3000 and other damaged ‘designer’ furniture as she moves out following burglary

CHARLOTTE Crosby is flogging her old sofa for £3000 and other damaged ‘designer’ furniture, as she moves out of her home following a burglary.

The Geordie Shore legend was left terrified by the home invasion and has now put the Sunderland mansion she’s lived in for 10 years up for sale.

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Charlotte Crosby is flogging her old sofa for £3000 and other damaged ‘designer’ furniture, as she moves out of her home following a burglary[/caption]
Charlotte Crosby's mansion, on the market for £1.4 million, featuring a cinema, gym, and pool.
Charlotte and her family are moving out of the Sunderland home
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The mum-of-two posted on her home Instagram account, and showed off one black leather L-shaped sofa[/caption]

The ordeal will feature in her upcoming reality show, Geordie Stories: Charlotte’s New Baby, on Paramount +.

And getting prepared for her move, the star has been seen posting about some of her sofas and other furniture, in a bid to sell them.

The mum-of-two posted on her home Instagram account, and showed off one black leather L-shaped sofa.

Charlotte revealed the dimensions, and said she’s giving all sections of it away, with cushions, for £3000.

The star appears to have had the sofa for around five years, and she posted a snap back in 2020 lounging on it.

Charlotte added to fans: “The 3 seater alone is £4000 – this whole sofa retails at over 10k it’s distressed leather and hard wearing it’s worth its weight in gold.”

The 34-year-old posted an example photo, showing a designer brown sofa the same as hers to demonstrate the price.

She also showed a white boucle armchair that had buttons missing, which she says she’s selling for £300, and a black side table with a chip for £150.

It comes as Charlotte spoke to the Mail about the burglary and her new show, saying: “There’s lots of things that have happened over the past few months that are quite heavily featured, which I’ve never spoken about at all, because obviously it’s police matters.

“But the burglary, everything like that, the show was there.

“So there’s lots – there’s so much in every single episode and there’s only four episodes.”

Charlotte has now reconsidered the amount she will show off her home – both old and new – in her TV work.

Her £1.4m mansion has been shown prominently on her socials and TV shows in the past but now that her family is growing, she and fiancé Jake Ankers wants to protect their young children as best they can.

The home, which was built in 2015, was broken into by masked robbers in November.

It happened while Charlotte was upstairs with her young daughter, Alba, two.

The property remains an attractive proposition for potential buyers though.

An advert reads: “Nestled behind private gates, this extraordinary property has been meticulously transformed with a stunning contemporary design and luxurious finishes.

“Spanning three beautifully light-filled floors, this impressive home offers spacious and well-proportioned accommodation, perfect for modern family living.”

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Charlotte, Jake and their eldest daughter Alba[/caption]
Large black leather sectional sofa for sale, £3000.
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Charlotte is getting rid of her designer leather sofa[/caption]
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Photo of the master bedroom in Charlotte Crosby's mansion, which is for sale.
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‘I need to f***ing change’ – Arsenal’s David Raya reveals he was at ‘my lowest’ after ‘worst game as a professional’

DAVID RAYA has opened up on his “worst game as a professional” footballer and how it inspired him to improve.

The Spanish goalkeeper joined Arsenal on loan from Brentford in 2023, with Gunners set to decide in the summer of 2024 whether they would trigger a £27million option to buy him permanently.

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David Raya has opened up on the lowest moment of his professional career[/caption]

His career had started well there as he managed to dislodge Aaron Ramsdale as the No1.

But his chances of sealing a full transfer and keeping the No1 spot took a dramatic dent after a pair of clangers against Luton in December.

Raya had firstly flapped when trying to come off his line for a cross at a corner to allow Elijah Adebayo to head home an equaliser to make it 2-2.

Less than ten minutes later Raya was once again found wanting as Ross Barkley fired a shot straight through him for the Hatters to take a shock lead.

Goals from Kai Havertz and an injury time winner from Declan Rice publicly spared Raya’s blushes, but the game proved to be a major trigger of self reflection privately.

Speaking on the Seaman Says podcast with legendary Gunners goalkeeper David Seaman, Raya said: “We go back to last year, it was like an adaptation year.

“I think we saw one David before the Luton game, and one David after Luton. That was a turning point of when I was at my lowest.

“That was the worst game I ever played as a professional. I just said to myself, ‘I need to f***ing change.’ Sorry about the language.

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“I needed to change things and I need to turn it around because I wasn’t myself. So from there, I think we saw an improving David in goal and off the pitch.

“I think this season, from the start of the season, there’s been another goalie more like myself. I don’t think I was myself the whole season last year. There were good periods, very bad periods.

David Raya's 2024-25 Arsenal goalkeeper statistics.

“And then from Luton towards the end of the season, it was a very good period, personally, but I knew I had more to give to the team and to everyone. I said to myself, this is the season.”

Raya pushed on from that disastrous performance to lead Arsenal to 12 more clean sheets that season to bring his total to 16 overall.

Mikel Arteta subsequently triggered the purchase option in the loan deal, with Raya affirming his spot as No1 in year two.

He has led the Gunners to nine shut outs and the best defensive record so far this season.

That was the worst game I ever played as a professional. I just said to myself, ‘I need to f***ing change.’ Sorry about the language.

David Raya

He added: “It was just an adaptation season because it’s difficult to come from Brentford to a big team. All the noise, of course you can not listen to it, but you know it’s behind you, so it’s tough.

“To turn it around to this season, I think I’m just myself, I’m just having fun playing. That’s the most important thing for a player. If you don’t have fun, you’re not going to be your best version.

“So I’m having fun every single game, enjoying playing and just taking the challenges.

“The pressure from last season to this season is completely different, in my opinion.

“I always said the pressures are what you put on yourself because you know how good you are, what you can do, and then just don’t listen to the outside world.”

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The special laws that are put into place when Kate and William land in Mustique for £33,000-a-week family holiday

THE Prince and Princess of Wales skipped the Bafta Awards this year to fly on a much-needed holiday following Kate’s cancer treatment.

The couple – along with George, Charlotte and Louis – have been holidaying 4,000 miles away on the A-list Caribbean paradise of Mustique.

The Prince and Princess of Wales with their three children.
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The Wales family have been enjoying a luxury holiday to the Caribbean island of Mustique[/caption]
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The private island is a no-fly zone, with security headed up by former Scotland Yard Chief Simon Humphrey[/caption]

The beautiful island – which has played host to the likes of Mick Jagger, Daniel Craig and Kate Moss – has some strict rules in place for royalty and celebs.

Editor-in-chief of Majesty Magazine Ingrid Seward told Fabulous: “There is a no-fly zone put in place over the island when royalty or high-end VIPs are staying to ensure no drones hover overhead taking illicit photographs. 

“Kate is paranoid about her children’s privacy which narrows down the choice of holiday spots.

“Most of the very expensive villas are set well out of sight from the road and everything is at hand. The beaches are usually deserted – not a sun lounger in sight.

“Out of necessity Kate and Wills have their bodyguards within running distance from them at all times and of course they become friends and help carry things to the beach.”

Ingrid added: “William was anxious to give Kate some of the sunshine she craved after her cancer illness which put her in the shade for almost a year. 

“So, Mustique was the obvious choice as they are guaranteed privacy there.”

On previous trips to the island, William and Kate have played tennis, gone snorkelling and scuba diving, and enjoyed cocktails at the five-star Cotton House resort.

Royal fans desperate to see some snaps from their trip will probably be left disappointed.

Mustique is an entirely private island and has its own police force to keep its rockstar and socialite clientele away from prying eyes.

The security on the island is headed up by former Scotland Yard Chief Simon Humphrey and he is said to often be spotted travelling around the island, which is made up of pristine white beaches and crystal clear aquamarine waters.

The website says: “Every island visitor is registered with our security team before arriving on island by land, air or sea, whether staff, local islander or guest to ensure the security team know who is on island at any one time.

Few places remain where one’s home remains unlocked, or in this instance, without doors, and car keys are left in the ignition to avoid being misplaced. This is maintained by our diligent security force, whom you will regularly see circumnavigating the island.”

Prince William jumping for joy with his three children.
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George, Charlotte and Louis are currently on their half-term holidays[/caption]

With its golden sandy beaches, crystal clear waters and top security, it is clear to see why the family chose it for their break.

The Wales family flew to Mustique on February 13, according to the Mail on Sunday, due to it being the kids’ half term holidays from Lambrook School.

Kensington Palace announced William and Kate would not be at the star-studded Bafta Awards red carpet at the Royal Festival Hall. 

Ocean view from a covered patio with white furniture.
The family have previously stayed in the swanky Villa Antilles
Ocean view bedroom with king-size bed and desk.
Rooms at the luxury villa overlook the ocean

This follows the family taking a ski trip over the New Year period.

According to the publication, William and Kate flew business class on the same British Airways flight.

And it’s not the first time they have been, with them visiting in 2019 for Prince George’s sixth birthday.

Famous clientele

Kate Moss wearing a flower crown and sitting on a beach in Mustique.
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Kate Moss celebrated her 50th birthday in Mustique[/caption]
Princess Margaret at her Mustique villa in 1985.
Princess Margaret in her Mustique villa in 1985
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The island, which is part of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, has hosted a number of royal and A-lister holidaymakers over the years.

The 1,400-acre island was the haunt of Princess Margaret back in the day, along with the likes of Mick Jagger, and has been seen over the years as a trendy place to hang out.

A source shared: “It’s about as close as they can come to without going to total wilderness as they did on their honeymoon when they went to an island in the middle of nowhere.

There is a no-fly zone put in place over the island when royalty or high-end VIPs are staying to ensure no drones hover overhead taking illicit photographs

Ingrid SewardEditor-in-chief of Majesty Magazine

“To go to a place with two bars and a few other people, and not feel totally isolated, Mustique is perfect.”

The Queen and Prince Philip visited in 1966, 1977 and 1985, and David Bowie once owned a villa on the island.

It hasn’t been confirmed where the family are staying, but they previously chose the now-£33,000-a-week Villa Antilles.

Ocean views

Luxury villa patio with infinity pool and ocean view.
Guests of Villa Antilles can make use of the 18-metre infinity pool
Children's bedroom with two sets of bunk beds and whale wall art.
The kids’ room is fitted with two bunk beds and has an animal-theme with the decor
Luxury villa with infinity pool and outdoor patio furniture.
William and Kate will have been able to unwind in the beautiful outdoor area

The five bedroom luxury holiday pad includes a kids’ room fitted with two bunk beds, a chef, butler, housekeeper and private garden.

Antilles house is fully staffed with chef, butler, housekeeper and gardener.

A pal said in 2019: “As the villa is fully staffed they can also ask for whatever they want, whenever they want.”

Luxury villa patio with white furniture and blue patterned rug.
The villa has a chef, butler, housekeeper and gardener

Overlooking the ocean, the villa also includes a 18 metre infinity pool and al-fresco dining area to take in the views.

The home was built in 2016 and is owned by property developer Andrew Dunn – a long-time pal of Prince William.

An ad for the villa describes it as “an exceptional new contemporary colonial style villa set in the Endeavour Hills, with a captivating outlook to Bequia and St Vincent beyond”.

Food fit for royalty

The live-in chef also provides a tailored menu to keep guests happy, with the brochure boasting: “The focus is on al fresco dining at Antilles.

With a choice of indoor and outdoor dining locations, and a trained chef, menus can be tailored to suit every taste and preference.”

A sample menu shows prawn ceviche, grilled lobster and slow cooked baby back ribs as the chef’s signature dishes.

Kate Middleton's 'golden rule' with George, Charlotte and Louis

KATE'S key rule for Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis is about kindness.

According to HELLO! Online’s Royal Correspondent: “Based on observations of photographs of Princess Diana at the time, and the current Princess of Wales, they are both very affectionate with their children.

“Kate is often seen holding her children’s hands or picking them up for cuddles when they were smaller.

“There are often lots of comforting gestures, such as a pat on the back or stroking their hair. When interacting with other children on her public engagements, Kate often crouches down to their level to engage with them – something that Diana would often do.”

When she’s at the family’s home of Adelaide Cottage in Windsor, despite her royal status, insiders say Kate is just like any other “normal mum”.

A friend explained that behind closed doors, the 42-year-old is “very chilled at home” but definitely not a pushover and will tell the kids off when needed.

They told PEOPLE: “It’s a normal, busy family home with kids running around and knocking things over. There’s no airs and graces.

“She is doing that to help her children be more grounded and keep their reality in check. That’s what really matters to her.”

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