Manchester United are £100m away from lifting the Premier league title- Phil Neville

Former Manchester United defender Phil Neville says the club may need to spend another £100m on players before they can compete for the league title.

United lost 5-3 to Leicester on Saturday, but Neville says he "wasn't surprised with the result".

"I know United have spent £150m," Neville told BBC Radio 5 live.

"I think there's another two transfer windows of similar amounts of money needed - maybe £100m - before they can even think about winning the title." 

Neville later clarified on Twitter  that he was referring to a total spend of £100m across the two windows.

New United boss Louis van Gaal signed midfielders Angel di Maria, Ander Herrera and Daley Blind on big-money deals in the summer, along with defenders Marcos Rojo and Luke Shaw, while the club also completed a loan deal for striker Radamel Falcao.

But Neville, who coached at Old Trafford last year, told BBC Radio 5 live that "there are still key positions in the team that need filling".

"I think the centre-back position is obviously the key area," Neville said. "Holding midfield or centre midfield needs addressing [too]."

Twenty-year-old Tyler Blackett has played at centre-back in all five of Manchester United's league games this season, but he struggled against Leicester and was sent off.

However, Neville defended the club's failure to sign an established centre-back in the summer transfer window, and backed United's English defensive contingent to prove their worth.

"That squad needed quality, not just run-of-the-mill players, they needed world-class players," Neville said.

"And there were no world-class centre-backs out there. I think that's why in the next two transfer windows, United might still be looking for that world-class defender.

"I am certain Chris Smalling will come good and I have full faith in Phil Jones as well. They've bought of a lot of foreign players, you don't get rid of your English spine."

United are currently 12th in the Premier League table, having won just one game.

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After 22 years: Kris Jenner Files for Divorce From Bruce Jenner

Kris Jenner has filed for divorce from her husband, Bruce Jenner, after 22 years of marriage. According to Us Weekly, the court documents were signed on September 5 and filed in L.A. Superior Court on Monday, September 22.

Kris filed the documents without a lawyer, citing irreconcilable differences as the reason of the split. Neither Kris nor Bruce will receive spousal support but both of them will have joint custody of their 17-year-old daugther Kylie Jenner, the only minor left in the family. The couple date of separation was listed as June 1, 2013. Property split is still to be determined.

Back in October, the "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" stars told E! Online about their separation, saying they were "living separately and are much happier this way. But we will always have much love and respect for each other. Even though we are separated, we will always remain best friends and, as always, our family will remain our number one priority."

Kris and Bruce got married in April 1991. The pair have two children together, Kylie and Kendall Jenner. Kris has four other children from her first marriage; Kim Kardashian, Kourtney Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian and Rob Kardashian. Bruce also has four other children, including Brody Jenner, from his previous two marriages.

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Pope Francis: Let no one consider themselves to be the 'armor' of God while planning and carrying out acts of violence and oppression

The usually chill Pope Francis was quite fired up during a speech Sunday in Albania.

Using the formerly communist country as an example of two religions working harmoniously together (in this instance, Christianity and Islam), the pope delivered a scathing critique of extremists who are "perverting" religion as means to justify violence. 

"Let no one consider themselves to be the 'armor' of God while planning and carrying out acts of violence and oppression!" Francis told a small crowd, which included Albanian President Bujar Nishani, in the capital city of Tirana. "May no one use religion as a pretext for actions against human dignity and against the fundamental rights of every man and woman, above all, the right to life and the right of everyone to religious freedom!"

A clear message: Francis lauded Albania's interreligious harmony as an "inspiring example" for the world, but pointed to a number of other places where such harmonizing could use some serious work. 

"This is especially the case in these times in which authentic religious spirit is being perverted by extremist groups," he added, likely referring to recent acts of terrorism perpetuated by groups claiming to act in the name of God. 

As the Associated Press notes, security was beefed up for the Pope's 11-hour visit due to threats from the Islamic State. The Vatican, however, said no special security measures were taken. 

Observers noted that his interactions with the 300,000-strong crowd for his mass were "reduced compared to his previous foreign trips." 

A solid track record: Francis' comments fall in line with his past forward-thinking remarks. Last month, he told investors to lend money to responsible lenders that "focus on social good instead of profits." And in May, he took a surprising moment out of his trip to Israel to pray at the barrier wall running through Bethlehem separating Israelis and Palestinians.

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Frank Lampard is perfect for Manchester City- Vincent Kompany

Vincent Kompany believes Frank Lampard and Manchester City are a perfect fit for one another -- and thinks the 36-year-old proved it with a goal that the Belgian believes could have a huge impact on their season.

The veteran midfielder opened his City account against his former club Chelsea to earn the Premier League champions a 1-1 draw on Sunday.

Without Lampard's strike, City would have been eight points behind league leaders Chelsea after five games and Kompany feels it could prove crucial in the final reckoning.

Lampard joined City on loan until January when he goes to New York FC to prepare for their inaugural MLS season.

And Kompany said: "He needed what we can offer him and I think we needed what he can bring to us. If you talk to him I reckon that's how he sees it as well and today was just the icing on the cake. He brings experience.

"It is not a word you make up, it is something that helps and it is like his goal: keeping your head cool in a moment when you are under pressure and down to 10 men -- how many players would have scored that goal? He has proven it himself in only a few minutes, which is good.

"Ever since I have been at this club, seasons and big moments have been decided on small events like this so I will never underestimate what it could mean to our season. It could be crucial."

Lampard scored a record 211 goals for Chelsea and Kompany thinks he proves he still has the ability to succeed at the highest level.

He added: "He brings quality. The goal he scored you would have seen for the last 15 years in the Premier League. He is clever, still extremely motivated and ultimately you play so many competitions you need all the guys to be there and he is another who will clearly make our team stronger. I can base things on what I see day in, day out on the training ground and he is one of the better players."

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The Last Witch Hunter: Vin Diesel Shares New Photos

Vin Diesel shared new photos of him in "The Last Witch Hunter". The bulky actor is currently filming supernatural actioner directed by Breck Eisner in Pittsburgh.

The two images capture Diesel in costume as Kaldur, the immortal witch hunter tasked with the job of coming between the covens of New York City and their goal to destroy humanity by way of a horrific plague. At the same time, the actor hinted at the movie's release date, writing, "Kaldur state of mind ... The Last Witch Hunter. Fall 2015!"

Diesel also shared two new behind-the-scene photos from the set. He captioned a photo of him looking at the script, "Kaulder is truly unlike any character I have ever played ...An exciting challenge. Blessed." In another, he sat with co-star Elijah Wood. "Kaulder and the 37th Dolan. Wait until you see Elijah Wood in this film... he is exceptional. Happy Creative Sunday," he wrote.

 

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