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BLACKBURN have said they are “extremely disappointed” with manager John Eustace.

It comes after he activated a shock release clause in his contract to hold talks with an EFL rival.

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Blackburn Rovers have slammed manager John Eustace after he activated a release clause in his contract to allow him to speak to Derby[/caption]

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Eustace played for Derby, who sacked manager Paul Warne on Friday, for two full seasons at the end of his career[/caption]

Eustace, 45, has been in charge of Rovers for a year, with the stunning news coming to light one year and one day following his original appointment.

The clause in his deal has allowed him to open negotiations over a possible move to Derby, where he played for two years.

A damning statement from the Championship promotion hopefuls said: “Blackburn Rovers can confirm that head coach John Eustace has requested permission to speak with another Championship club, following the activation of a clause in his contract.

“The club is extremely disappointed by John Eustace’s request to hold discussions with another club at such a crucial stage of the season, but this has now been reluctantly granted.

“With significant investment being made during the January transfer window, with six new additions, several of whom impressed during yesterday’s FA Cup fourth round tie against Wolves, the board and ownership feel the club are in a good position to challenge for one of the play-off places this season.

“With the squad bolstered, key players returning from injury and Rovers currently in a strong position in the Championship, the club and players remain focused on achieving the best possible outcome this season.

“The club will make no further comment at this time.”

According to talkSPORT, Eustace has felt a lack of support from the Ewood Park outfit’s owners, prompting him to seek out a move away.

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This has led him to Pride Park, where Eustace is reported to have already accepted the Derby job, although the Championship side is not named in the club statement.

The release clause in his contract is said to be valued between £500,000 and £700,000.

A win for Derby – who sacked Paul Warne on Friday – in their next match against Oxford United is likely to take them out of the relegation zone.

Eustace had insisted he was “happy” at Blackburn, but admitted he would need to speak to the owners if an official approach had been made.

He said: “I’ve heard rumours that there’s been an official approach, so that’s something I will have to discuss with the owners.

“I’ve been linked with other teams throughout the season so we’ll have to wait and see.”

Blackburn sit in sixth place in the Championship with a two-point cushion to dropping out of the play-offs.

A run of one win in their last five has threatened to derail their season.

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ASDA is flogging cans of Fanta for just 12p a can.

The Supermarket is selling 24 crates of the limited edition fizz for just £3.

One eagle-eyed shopper flagged the saving on a bargain lovers Facebook page.

“I thought I was reading it wrong but a 24 crate of Fanta for £3 in Asda this afternoon – a great bargain!” they wrote, sharing a photo of the drinks.

The striped ‘Beetlejuice’ cans first hit shelves ahead of Halloween 2024, with Michael Keaton’s face printed on the front.

The Fanta is ‘Haunted Apple’ flavour and is bright green.

Despite the hype, not everyone was sold on the drink – with some calling it ‘shocking’.

“It’s supposedly apple flavour. Though the person who taste tested it and brought it to market clearly either hadn’t tasted an apple in their life, or lost all sense of taste during the multiple rounds of testing,” wrote one.

“It’s not nice at all,” added a second.

But it was a hit with other shoppers, with one writing: “I like it!”

“Well worth a try at that price,” agreed a second.

A third said it was her daughter’s favourite drink.

This comes as Coca-Cola revealed it has made a huge change to Fanta’s recipe.

The fizzy drinks giant used to sweeten its sugar-free Fanta Orange alternative with just two ingredients – acesulfame K and aspartame.

However, the brand’s “new and improved” Fanta Zero Sugar soft drink now contains several different sweeteners which are likely to explain the changing flavour.

The new recipe drink is sweetened with cyclamates, acesulfame-K, sucralose, steviol glycosides and neohesperidine DC and no longer contains aspartame.

However, fans of the drink have been left fuming over the change.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter) one Fanta Fan said: “No idea what Coca Cola are up to but the new Fanta Zero is horrible.

“Phenomenal downgrade on the old one.”

Another said: “Coca Cola what have you done to the zero sugar Fanta in the UK?

“I used to love it, the new so called ‘improved’ version tastes like chemicals!”

“The new Fanta Zero is diabolical and is not fit for human consumption.

“Change back immediately,” said a third Fanta fan.

Shoppers can spot the new from the old, where bottles have a “new irresistible taste” splashed on the front.

FOOTBALL fans have been left raging after finding Doncaster Rovers clash against Crystal Palace was not on TV.

The League Two outfit host the Premier League side in the fourth round of the FA Cup tonight.

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Doncaster Rovers host Crystal Palace in the FA Cup[/caption]

Many fans were keen to tuned in to the fixture but were left stunned at the BBC.

After flicking on the channel they discovered the football was not on show and instead soap Eastenders was on instead.

They took to social media to vent their frustration at the broadcaster.

One posted: “How is Doncaster vs Palace not on tv?”

A second commented: “Palace ain’t on BBC it’s Eastenders.”

A third wrote: “Moving the Palace vs Doncaster game to Monday just to not show the game on live tv makes zero sense.”

A fourth said: “Monday nights without football are awful.”

Despite complaints, the match was not shown on terrestrial television.

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But it could be watched by those who had access to BBC iPlayer with the game accessible via the red button.

The fourth-round fixture was moved to the Monday night in order to feature on television.

The draw for the FA Cup fifth round has already taken place with fans claiming it was ‘rigged’.

This was down to Manchester City drawing Plymouth Argyle at home in the next stage.

There is still one more game to come in the fourth round as Nottingham Forest face Exeter City tomorrow night.

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KELSEY Parker has revealed she ‘wasn’t really trying’ for a baby but claimed ‘it’s meant to be’.

Not only this, but the 34-year-old mum-of-two, who recently shared her baby news, also got candid and called out her boyfriend Will Lindsay for not being ‘supportive’.

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Kelsey Parker had admitted she ‘wasn’t really trying’ for a baby but is ‘over the moon’ to be pregnant[/caption]

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The mum-of-two got candid on expecting her third child with her podcast co-host Georgia Jones[/caption]

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Kelsey has found happiness with tree surgeon Will Lindsay, with the pair expecting their first child together[/caption]

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But Kelsey claimed Will hasn’t been the most supportive boyfriend[/caption]

Speaking on her Mum’s The Word podcast with Georgia Jones, 38, Kelsey announced the happy news that she is expecting her third child with new partner Will.

Clearly thrilled, the blonde beauty beamed: “I’m so happy, we’re over the moon.”

She then confirmed to co-host Georgia: “We weren’t really trying. 

“I just think, what’s meant to be is meant to be. 

“It happened and we’re really happy.”

Kelsey shares two kids, Aurelia, five, and Bodhi, four, with The Wanted star Tom Parker, who was diagnosed with a terminal brain tumour in 2020 before passing away in March 2022.

The busy mum then explained that she discovered she was pregnant after she missed a period, the morning of the Pride of Britain awards.

She admitted: “I lost my head that day. Will cried, he was so happy.”

And whilst the couple haven’t yet decided if they want to find out the gender, Kelsey opened up on her pregnancy struggles so far.

She confessed: “I’m not gonna lie, I don’t particularly like being pregnant. I hate it already. 

“When we were in Dubai, they’re all drinking, having a lovely time.

“Will’s not really being team Kelsey, being the supportive boyfriend. 

“He just had a lovely time. I was like, ‘oh, I’m glad you’re enjoying yourself’.

“But, I’m quite happy with my time frame of being pregnant.”

Not only did Kelsey struggle with everyone drinking alcohol around her whilst she remained sober, but she also said: “Have you not seen my face expand with every episode? 

“Look at my lips. My lips are massive.”

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Kelsey has also been targeted by cruel trolls over her incredible news[/caption]

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Trolls have accused Kelsey of ‘not knowing how to be her on own’ after Tom’s death[/caption]

Just days ago, Kelsey, who is now not far off 20 weeks pregnant and is “good at keeping secrets”, claimed that her late husband Tom’s mother has given her new relationship her “blessing”. 

During a recent appearance on Loose Women, Kelsey opened up about finding love again, and how Tom’s family “couldn’t be happier” for her.

When asked how her late husband’s mum Noreen reacted to her new relationship with Will, she said she had “given her blessing”.

Kelsey also got candid on how her, Will and her kids often go on trips with her mother-in-law.

Not only this, but when speaking to Fabulous last month about meeting Will, she said: “I met Will on a night out. We were both out with friends.

“He didn’t know who I was and when I told him about Tom, he was so understanding, it didn’t freak him out.”

While Kelsey admitted she was terrified of the reaction from the public after she announced her new relationship, she felt confident it was the right thing to do, having had Tom’s blessing as well as his family’s.

‘Of course I feel guilty too’

“When Tom passed away, his mum Noreen said: ‘Whatever you choose to do, I will support you’,” she revealed.

As well as this, Kelsey also revealed all on the response from trolls since she announced her pregnancy news.

Whilst the majority of people have been pleased to hear Kelsey’s announcement, she has also had to deal with horrific online abuse over her happy news.

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Instead of letting the negativity affect her, Kelsey prefers to focus on their family bubble and those important to her[/caption]

One hater commented: “I’m sorry but it can’t just be me who thinks Kelsey, Tom Parker’s widowed wife, is moving on way too fast.

“Tom hasn’t even been gone three years and yet she’s already got a new partner and is now pregnant?

“I understand we all grieve differently but this is weird to me.”

A second said: “Kelsey Parker pregnant not even three years after Tom passing away makes me sick.”

Whilst a third added: “She has been in such a rush since he died to find a new partner. I’m not sure a new baby is the answer to her problems.”

Following this, in an exclusive interview with The Sun, Kelsey admitted: “I was apprehensive announcing it. Although we are so happy – we are over the moon – of course I feel guilty too.

“Everything now will always be bittersweet, even happy things because I’ll wish Tom was part of it. It was the same when I went public with Will, I kept thinking ‘I am afraid to be happy’.

“But I love children and Will always wanted children. I think any child is a blessing.

“And my two kids are so thrilled they are going to have a little brother or sister.

“People online don’t think about the joy it’s brought them. And should they not get to have a sibling because their dad died?”

It’s almost frowned upon that I’m trying to look on the brighter side of life

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Following this, Kelsey confessed: “It’s crazy. I knew I would be judged. But people who haven’t lost their partner, I don’t know how you can pass comment on me? I have been in such a dark place from losing Tom.

“I was so lonely and so unhappy. I feel like there are people who want me to always feel like that. I feel like I do deserve to try and find a bit of happiness.

“I think people think I should be sitting at home and dressed in black all day. I have two children (and another one on the way) that I have to get out of bed for. People are shocked I go to Tesco but I need to feed my kids.

“I cannot get my head around why this has happened to me but it has. My life changed the moment Tom was diagnosed. But I have the power and strength to keep going. But I’m judged for that.

“It’s almost frowned upon that I’m trying to look on the brighter side of life.

“But would it be better to be in a dark place or if I was getting drunk or doing drugs or whatever? Either way I can not win.”

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STARS from across television have descended on the TV Choice awards red carpet as they oozed glamour ahead of the gongs being handed out.

Denise Van Outen, Sian Welby, Michelle Collins, Christine McGuinness and Kate Garraway are among the celebs hitting the London Hilton Hotel on Park Lane for the glitzy event.

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Denise opted for a bold red look for this year’s awards[/caption]

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Sian stunned with a cream suit at the Hilton on Park Lane, London[/caption]

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Christine McGuinness wowed with her frock, which featured a plunging neckline[/caption]

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Michelle, 62, showed off her incredible figure in a leopard print dress[/caption]

Sian, 38, looked effortlessly stylish as she walked the red carpet in a gorgeous cream suit, styled with a eye-popping lips purse.

Soap star Michelle, 62, showed off her incredible figure in a leopard print dress as she posed for pictures.

Fresh from the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom, Sarah Hadland dazzled in a sparkly, strapless dress.

Kym Marsh also rocked a black suit, paired with see-through lace trousers.

Elsewhere, Christine McGuinness commanded attention with her plunging black frock, paired with red heels.

Newly appointment consumer TV host Denise, 50, opted for a red floral design classy dress.

This year’s TV Choice Awards are being hosted by comedian Jason Manford with nominations across drama, daytime, comedy and reality TV.

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This Morning star and former CBB housemate Ashley James grabbed attention with her PVC outfit[/caption]

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Oozing glamour in her black suit was Kym Marsh, as she wore black see-through lace trousers[/caption]

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Breathtaking… Katie Piper posses for pictures[/caption]

Taking time out from her Dancing On Ice training, Mollie Pearce looked incredible in an off-shoulder black dress.

Also donning black was Channel 5 star Storm Huntley, showing off her massive baby bump as she stepped out with her husband Jake Beckett.

The men also looked dapper, with JLS and Strictly finalist JB Gill posing solo for snaps.

Blue singer James Duncan accompanied best pal Christine to the event.

The Traitors winner Harry Clarke channelled his inner James Bond, wearing a full black tux for the ceremony.

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Head-turning celeb agent Melanie Blake[/caption]

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The woman in white… Claire Sweeney walks the carpet[/caption]

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Storm Huntley showed off her growing baby bump as she posed with her husband[/caption]

It wasn’t just famous faces turning heads, with celebrity agent Melanie Blake leaving men hot under the collar with her stunning red frock.

World’s away from her Coronation Street alter ego, Claire Sweeney looked radiant in a one-strap white gown.

New gran Sally Lindsay took a night off for the awards, posing in a full length black gown, with her hair styled up.

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Taking a night off from Dancing On Ice training, Mollie Pearce showed off her incredible figure[/caption]

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New gran Sally Lindsay looked ageless as she stopped for snaps[/caption]

FROM training to walking, the time and cost of caring for your dog can add up.

But there are some fabulous free apps to help

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Six free phone apps that will save you time and cash with your pet dog[/caption]

Here are some of the best, worth adding to your phone to save you time and cash . . . 

PUPPR: If you need a little help with training your pup, rather than paying for classes you can try this app.

It will help guide you to get your puppy sitting and waiting, as well as hints and tips with toilet training.

BISCUIT: Look after and walk your dog and get rewarded with this app.

You are set daily and weekly doggie care tasks then when you carry them out you bank “biscuits” which can be turned into shopping vouchers to use with the likes of Amazon and Tesco.

PETS AT HOME: Sign up to this pet food and equipment supplier’s app then join its Pets Club and, by way of welcome you will get a ten-per-cent discount voucher.

You’ll also get other special offers, plus a treat on your pet’s birthday.

And there is lots of expert advice and support for ensuring your pets’ wellbeing.

ROVER: Finding a trusted place for your dog to stay when you head off on holiday can be a nightmare, but through Rover you can connect with boarders and house sitters.

Each provider has been verified by the app, helping to give you peace of mind while you are away on your break.

DOGPACK: Ever seen a pooch whose breed you wish to identify?

You can snap a picture to find the answer, and learn more about the dog.

It’s particularly helpful if you are thinking about getting a pup and looking for information about different breeds you see while out and about.

DOGWALKS: Mix up your daily dog walk and find fresh routes with the help of this app.

It is just the thing if you are wanting to explore pastures new with your four-legged friend.

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