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Newcastle reportedly ‘looking closely’ to sign in-demand Celtic target
Newcastle United are reportedly interested in signing long-term target James McCarthy in the summer transfer window. According to reports from TEAMtalk, the Magpies are “back on the trail” of the Irish midfielder but could face strong competition from Celtic. The 30-year-old is out of contract at the end of the season, and several clubs including Newcastle, Brighton & Hove Albion and Celtic are keen to sign him on a free transfer. The report claims that Celtic were very close to signing him during the January transfer window, but they failed to secure a move at that time. The Hoops are still interested in signing him and could move for the Republic of Ireland international this summer. SL View McCarthy has made only 13 appearances in the Premier League this season, inc...
Eight changes for City, Arsenal star may miss out, Baggies winger could return
The 34th round of fixtures in the Premier League features some important matches at both ends of the EPL table. We’ll update this story with reports, results, highlights and the latest Premier League standings throughout the weekend. The action got underway on Friday evening, with Southampton and Leicester City fighting out a 1-1 draw at St Mary’s. James Ward-Prowse put the home side in front from the penalty spot, but Jonny Evans bagged an equaliser for the Foxes. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola made eight changes to his starting XI for the visit to Crystal Palace on Saturday. However, his tinkering didn’t impact the outcome as City eased to a comfortable 2-0 victory at Selhurst Park – Sergio Aguero and Ferran Torres got the goals. Pascal Gross and Danny Welbeck were on target as Br...
Spurs reportedly want 29-goal Englishman NUFC sold for £300k to replace striker
Tottenham Hotspur are keen on Brentford striker Ivan Toney and have joined the race for his signature ahead of the summer transfer window, according to Football Insider. Spurs want another striker as they are not looking to sign loanee Carlos Vinicius permanently. The Benfica man has scored 10 goals and assisted three more in 22 games across all competitions, but he has not impressed Tottenham having scored just once in nine Premier League appearances. They want Toney next summer, and the pursuit of the Brentford star does not depend on Harry Kane’s future at the club. The 25-year-old has bagged 29 goals and weighed in with 10 assists in 43 Championship appearances this term. The former Newcastle United striker scored 40 goals in 76 League One games for Peterborough United in two seasons b...
Predicted Newcastle XI vs Arsenal: Bruce to make one change, 29-yr-old to start
Newcastle United host Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday and will be aiming to boost their hopes of avoiding relegation. The last time these two sides met earlier this season, the Gunners recorded a 3-0 victory at the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners have an exceptional head-to-head record against Newcastle, winning 15 of their last 17 meetings. However, the Magpies will be eager to upset the odds this weekend as they strive to pull clear of the relegation zone. Newcastle head this game on the back of three draws and two wins in their last six Premier League matches, and Arsenal cannot afford to underestimate them. Steve Bruce’s side bagged a 1-1 draw at Liverpool last weekend, and they will fancy their chances of defeating the Gunners on Sunday. Predicted Newcastle starting line-up: Dub...
SL View: PIF’s latest admission could ultimately end NUFC takeover hopes
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund have not done their chances of buying Newcastle United any favours after inadvertently admitting that chairman Mohammed Bin Salman owns the consortium. The Premier League did not approve their plan to buy Newcastle in a £300 million deal last year, insisting that Saudi Arabia was hiding behind PIF to take over the club. The Saudis have been found guilty of broadcast piracy, while Bin Salman has been found guilty of approving the murder of exiled Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi in 2018. Newcastle owner Mike Ashley is awaiting the decision of an arbitration court case that focuses on Saudi State control of PIF. The Magpies’ chances of winning the litigation were dealt a huge blow after Sportsmail revealed that Saudi’s Crown had urged UK Prime Minister B...
Newcastle ‘pressing ahead’ to sign 23 y/o int’l by offering £17m less than club’s valuation – Report
Newcastle United are keen to sign Kristoffer Ajer from Celtic in the summer transfer window. According to reports from the Daily Mail, the Magpies are “pressing ahead” in their bid to sign the highly-rated Celtic defender. Ajer, who was signed by Brendan Rodgers during his time at Celtic, has established himself into a quality defender and has been linked with a move to the Premier League before. The Norway international has just one year left on his current deal, and he is determined to leave the club in the summer. The report claims that Celtic value Ajer at around £25 million, but Newcastle are looking to offer only £8m, that is £17m short of the player’s valuation. It is unlikely that any potential club would be willing to meet Celtic’s asking price as Ajer could leave for free next su...
Newcastle keen on £30m-rated defender, six other Premier League clubs keen
Norwich City defender Max Aarons has been linked with a move away from the Championship club at the end of the season. The 21-year-old defender has been outstanding for the Canaries, helping them secure promotion back to the Premier League. According to 90min, Newcastle United, West Ham United, Manchester City, Crystal Palace, Leicester City and Everton have all asked Norwich to keep them informed of the defender’s situation ahead of the summer transfer window. The report further states that Arsenal are also keeping tabs on the youngster as a potential replacement for Hector Bellerin, who has been linked with a move to Paris Saint-Germain. Aarons is valued at around £30 million and could prove to be a superb long term signing for any of the aforementioned clubs. SL View: Would be the ideal...
Rangers reportedly eye move to sign 22-year-old defender, could face competition from Newcastle
Glasgow Rangers are reportedly interested in Vitesse centre-back Danilho Doekhi this summer, but they face competition from Newcastle United and Norwich City. According to reports from The Telegraph, the Gers are considering making a summer move to sign the 22-year-old centre-back. The former Ajax Academy product has been playing regularly in the Dutch league for three years now. He has just one year left on his contract and has attracted interest from UK clubs. He would be a relatively cheap option for both Rangers and Newcastle. The young defender has featured prominently this season under boss Thomas Letsch who has described him as one of the best defenders in the Eredivisie following their 0-0 draw against Feyenoord. It has been claimed that Fulham are also interes...
Newcastle keeping tabs on 22-yr-old Brazilian who was a target for them in January
Newcastle United have been linked with a move for the Sporting midfielder Matheus Nunes by Record (translated by Sportwitness). The 22-year-old is highly talented and he was heavily linked with a move to Newcastle back in January as well. Apparently, the Magpies submitted an offer for the player in January but it was turned down. The bid was thought to be in the region of around 10 million. The Brazilian has struggled to hold down a regular starting berth at the Portuguese club and it will be interesting to see if Sporting are willing to cash in on him this summer. Apparently, Newcastle are keeping tabs on the midfielder’s situation and it remains to be seen whether they are prepared to resurrect their interest in Nunes. The 22-year-old midfielder has three goals and two assists to his nam...
Fresh reports claim NUFC could have new owners before start of next season
According to Arab News, people close to the Newcastle United takeover say the English arbitration court judging the dispute will reach a decision this summer. They expect it to go in favour of Magpies owner Mike Ashley and believe Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund will own the majority of the club before the start of next season. PIF, PCP Capital Partners owner Amanda Staveley and the Reuben Brothers withdrew from the process to buy Newcastle last July after 16 weeks of trying to complete a takeover in a £300 million deal. However, they remain keen on buying the club, and Ashley wants to sell as quickly as possible. The Magpies chairman has been waiting for the arbitration hearing against the Premier League in a bid to have the takeover approved and will be hoping it starts soon. The E...
Celtic reportedly battling West Ham & Steve Bruce for striker with 78 goals in 118 games
According to TEAMtalk, Scottish Premiership giants Celtic and Premier League trio West Ham United, Newcastle United and Southampton all have Young Boys striker Jean-Pierre Nsame on their summer target lists. The Cameroon international has scored 78 goals in 118 games since joining the Swiss giants from Servette in 2017, and it is not surprising to see British clubs eyeing him. Celtic are looking to strengthen their squad this summer ahead of next season’s battle with Rangers, and Nsame could prove to be a perfect addition to their striking ranks. Odsonne Edouard is likely to leave Parkhead this summer with Premier League clubs keen on him, and the Young Boys star could be an ideal replacement. West Ham also need a striker after manager David Moyes decided not to bring in a direct replaceme...
Bruce keen on signing 21-yr-old this summer, Newcastle will have to pay £20m
Newcastle United are interested in signing Arsenal midfielder Joe Willock. According to The Telegraph, Steve Bruce has been hugely impressed with the 21-year-old’s contribution since joining the Magpies on loan in January and is keen to sign the player. Bruce has confirmed that Willock has a big future ahead of him, and Newcastle will speak with the Gunners at the end of the season. SL View: Ideal signing for Steve Bruce’ midfield The 21-year-old has scored vital goals for the Magpies in recent weeks, including efforts against Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United. His goals earned Newcastle four points in their last two games, and it could prove to be priceless in their battle for survival. Willock has added a new dimension to Newcastle’s midfield, bringing pace, athleticism and technical...
