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SHINJI KAGAWA LINKED TO JAPANESE PORN STAR

MANCHESTER United’s latest superstar signing Shinji Kagawa can expect a ribbing from his new team-mates after being linked to Japanese porn sensation Ameri Ichinose.

The 23-year-old midfielder, who confirmed his £17million deal last month, has allegedly been showing the X-rated honey his ball skills.

Ameri, 24, has openly boasted of her love for sex – “the nastier the better”.

The babe, who has also worked under the names Erika Kurisu and Ayaka Misora, started appearing in mucky movies in 2006 following a successful career as a glamour model.

Red Devils bosses have faced accusations they signed Kagawa to drive up revenue by selling shirts to his fans in Japan.

But manager Sir Alex Ferguson defended the player, insisting he was “absolutely delighted” to get him.

Kagawa scored 21 goals in 49 appearances during two seasons with Borussia Dortmund and sealed the deal in front of Ferguson with an impressive performance against Bayern Munich in May’s German Cup Final.

All eyes will be on the midfielder when he makes his debut on United’s tour of South Africa next month.