Family of Shukri Abdi launch legal action against GMP over alleged failings in investigation into her death

direct to your inboxA former Manchester Airport police officer already under investigation over whether he abused his warrant card on a flight has narrowly escaped a prison sentence for a drunken car crash.John Ashton, 55, was more than four times over the drink-drive limit when he hit a kerb, swerved into the wrong side of the road in his BMW and hit an on-coming car.The shocked driver of the other car saw the former PC, who had downed a bottle and a half of red wine, stagger out of his car and

straight to your inboxManchester City are back in Premier League action on Wednesday evening as they take on Aston Villa.Pep Guardiola's men face Dean Smith's side at the Etihad Stadium, kicking off at 6pm, as they look to continue their impressive form.City are unbeaten in nine league matches and have won five in a row.They have also kept seven clean sheets in their previous nine outings.Sunday's 4-0 victory over Crystal Palace took them to within reaching distance of Manchester United, with a

fight. A man was stabbed and seriously hurt, though his condition was not said to be life-threatening.

straight to your inbox every day for freeRB Leipzig have no interest in selling star defender Dayot Upamecano this month, amid Manchester United's interest, and more transfer rumours. M.E.N.

Earlier today we reported how the issue had been raised by @RoadsideMum on Twitter, who shared a photo of her parcel, provided in lieu of a fortnight's worth of supermarket vouchers, which she estimated to be worth around £5. She wrote: "Issued instead of £30 vouchers.

straight to your inbox every day for freeChelsea are set to join Manchester United in the chase for RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano, according to reports.M.E.N. Sport understands that United are planning on making four new signings in 2021 to finally complete their squad overhaul and, as well as a right-winger, right-back and defensive-midfielder, a new central defender is also on the list.

straight to your inbox every day for freeAndy Cole has hailed four Manchester United players following the 2-1 win over Aston Villa at Old Trafford.The former United striker was on punditry duties for Sky Sports during the clash and heaped praise on the likes of Bruno Fernandes, Paul Pogba, Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial after the contest.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men moved up to second in the Premier League level on points with Liverpool thanks to goals from Martial and Fernandes, who

straight to your inbox every day for freePaul Pogba has been accused of telling team-mate Luke Shaw to dive during Manchester United's Premier League victory over Aston Villa. Pogba played a key role as United beat Villa 2-1 at Old Trafford on New Year's Day, winning the penalty that Bruno Fernandes converted to clinch the points.

straight to your inbox every day for freeSky Sports pundits Andy Cole and Darren Bent agree that Manchester United deserved to win the key penalty in the win over Aston Villa at Old Trafford.

straight to your inbox every day for free Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz has slammed the decision to award Manchester United a second-half penalty in their win on New Year's Day. United moved level on points with Liverpool in the Premier League after a hard-fought 2-1 win at Old Trafford.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United moved joint-top of the Premier League table after beating Aston Villa 2-1 at Old Trafford on Friday night.Bruno Fernandes ' second-half penalty made the difference after Paul Pogba was fouled in the area shortly after Villa pulled level. The victory puts United level with Liverpool for at least 72 hours after joining the reigning champions on 33 points ahead of the two sides meeting at Anfield on January 17.

straight to your inbox every day for freeOle Gunnar Solskjaer was 'delighted' with Paul Pogba's performance in Manchester United's vital Premier League win over Aston Villa.Solskjaer retained Pogba, 27, in his side and recalled fellow midfielders Scott McTominay and Fred, pushing Pogba to the left flank in a 4-2-3-1 formation.Pogba flourished in arguably his standout performance of the season but he is angling for a move away from United in the summer transfer window.Despite Pogba supporting his

straight to your inbox every day for freeDavid de GeaSaved well from John McGinn at 0-0 and commanded his area well. Made another save in the second-half.

straight to your inbox every day for free Aaron Wan-Bissaka praised Paul Pogba and Eric Bailly for their performances against Aston Villa. The Manchester United duo led by example as their side dug deep to secure a vital 2-1 win at Old Trafford on New Year's Day.

straight to your inbox every day for free Bruno Fernandes has backed Paul Pogba to continue getting better for Manchester United in 2021 after a match-winning performance against Aston Villa. The World Cup winner had a hand in both goals in the 2-1 success that moved United level on points with Liverpool at the top of the Premier League table and he produced a fine all-round performance.