Ex-Barcelona vice-president makes telling prediction on Lionel Messi's future

Katie McGlynn has opened up on the death threats she received after playing controversial Hollyoaks character Becky Quentin.The star, 28, announced she was leaving the Channel 4 soap earlier this month and has since opened up on the abuse she received since playing her character Becky, who was known on the soap for her racist and anti-vaxxer views.The former Strictly Come Dancing contestant, who previously appeared on Coronation Street for seven years, said she was threatened by vile trolls who told her to “go die” and to “watch out”.The star also explained how she received messages that said things such as “I’m going to hunt you down” and “I’m coming to get you”. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter Speaking to The Sun, Katie said: “I’ve played b*tchy characters before but I’ve never played anyone as ­controversial or extreme as Becky.

Dancing On Ice 's Sally Dynevor became the latest star to leave Dancing On Ice on Sunday night after finding herself in the dreaded skate-off. The Coronation Street star, 58, performed with pro Matt Evers as she went against Kye Whyte and Tippy Packard, who also received the lowest votes on the show.

Gary Neville has taken the chance to call out the owners of Manchester United and Manchester City following the controversy surrounding Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich.

Leeds United on Sunday was met with an outpouring of emotion from fans – and not all of it was directed towards the outgoing manager.Bielsa was sacked after Saturday’s 4-0 defeat by Tottenham left Leeds precariously placed in 16th position, two points above the relegation zone.The Argentine has been hugely successful with the Whites since taking over in June 2018, bringing them up from the Championship before securing ninth place last season.Leeds’ decision to let him go has sparked plenty of debate online, despite the team losing their last four games by an aggregate score of 17-2."This has been the toughest decision I have had to make during my tenure at Leeds United, taking into account all the success Marcelo has had at the club," said chairman Andrea Radrizzani.What Radrizzani didn’t address – but many fans did – was the fate of a familiar face: Bielsa’s interpreter.Andres Clavijo has endeared himself to fans by standing by Bielsa’s side in post-match interviews over the past three and a half years.Clavijo is the first team performance analyst at Leeds, but his grasp of Spanish and English has seen him take up a more prominent role.HAVE YOUR SAY! Who should Leeds appoint as their next manager? Comment below.His day job at Leeds means he surely won’t be following Bielsa out of the door at Elland Road, but his days of translating may well be behind him.Some Leeds fans felt the need to pay tribute to Leeds’ unsung hero on Saturday.“Ahh man, I’ll miss this iconic duo,” one fan wrote alongside a picture of Bielsa and Clavijo.“Naturally everyone upset about Marcelo Bielsa but spare a thought for Andres Clavijo his translator - thanks for your hardwork translating Marcelo's thoughts.” wrote one Leeds supporter.Want to be

A former Miss Grand Ukraine has been pictured holding an assault rifle.

Charles Bronson has a “close relationship” with a former model and enjoys letters and video calls with her from behind bars.The lag, who is known for crimes including attacks on other inmates and armed robbery, met Gemma Fernandez in December when she paid a visit to HMP Woodhill, in Milton Keynes.A source in the prison told The Mirror: “They’re very close. She had her first visit in December.

Ukraine. Russia has launched a full-scale offensive on the country, with air strikes and troops mobilising on the ground.

Erling Haaland's agent Mino Raiola says Real Madrid have the money to sign his client this summer - despite Florentino Perez claiming a deal was 'impossible' without the European Super League.

Barcelona are reportedly in talks to hand Lionel Messi a mammoth ten-year contract - though the La Liga giants will not want to see other lengthy deals that have backfired.Messi is out of contract at the Nou Camp this summer though Barca are desperate for the six-time Ballon d’Or winner to stay.The Times say a lucrative new contract is on the table for Messi that would keep him at the Catalan giants for another ten years.

Lionel Messi has been offered a new contract that is half of his current salary but is 10 years long.

Lionel Messi looks set to renew his contract at Barcelona - which expires this summer. Barcelona are preparing to offer Messi a massive 10-year contract that includes two more years at the club as a player, a move to the MLS as an ambassador, and then a role at the club post-retirement.

Most people who try to keep Lionel Messi quiet need therapy afterwards, but for Emi Buendia it led to the minute that changed his life.

Luis Suarez has told his former Barcelona teammate Lionel Messi to end his career at the Camp Nou, as discussions over a new contract continue.

Lionel Messi has made a huge real estate purchase in Miami!

Lionel Messi has told Barcelona he will remain at the club beyond this season, according to reports in Spain.

Pep Guardiola has dropped arguably the strongest hint yet that Lionel Messi will extend his stay at Barcelona beyond the end of this season.

Paris Saint-Germain. The Brazilian became the world's most expensive player in 2017 when the French giants activated the €222million (£198m) release clause in his contract at Camp Nou.

Don't wait around for updates - sign up for our daily football email newsletter today!Team-mates in football often seem like a tight-knit bunch - they train together, eat together, spend a vast amount of their lives together every single day.But some of them even become best friends as colleagues together through the highs and lows of the sport.Plenty of them even stay close when they no longer play for the same team, like England talents Declan Rice and Mason Mount.There are loads of elite footballers who have become best buds, even the likes ex-Barcelona pair Lionel Messi and Luiz Suarez.Here are five of football’s top bromances, from Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi to Romelu Lukaku and Paul Pogba.Messi was not a happy bunny when Barcelona

Lionel Messi was the big story last summer - and his long-term future at Barcelona is still far from certain.

Joan Laporta is growing increasingly confident that Lionel Messi will stay despite accepting that he will have to cut his wages.

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