Newcastle United
Luke Edwards: NUFC are already negotiating to sign two new players for next season
According to The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards, Newcastle United are already negotiating to sign two new players when the summer transfer window opens ahead of next season. The deals are close to being finalised, although it is unknown if they are for players already on loan at the club or for new targets. One of the key extra details in the above article is I’m told #nufc are already negotiating to sign two new players for next season… regardless of takeover. Plans are being made and executed because nobody can afford to wait any longer for an answer from PL. Heading into wk 16 — Luke Edwards (@LukeEdwardsTele) July 10, 2020 Magpies boss Steve Bruce, the players and fans have waited for 15 weeks to hear the Premier League’s verdict on Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund’s £300 million takeov...
‘Two ways out of this’: The Athletic journalist shares fascinating insight on NUFC takeover
When the Newcastle United takeover process started, it was initially thought that the Premier League would hardly take four weeks to deliver their verdict. It’s nearly three months now, and no one has got any clue about what the outcome will be. Newcastle are doing well on the pitch but without any direction off the pitch, the Magpies are in limbo. According to the Athletic journalist, Matt Slater, it is the issue of piracy that is yet to be resolved, and that is the only stumbling block at the moment. Two ways out of this: proceed with PIF-led takeover but make real progress on piracy or repackage the deal to create distance between KSA state & NUFC (this is what many thought they should have done in the 1st place but will be hard now as they’ll look like shadow directors) — Mat...
Report: Arsenal very interested in signing 22-goal star linked with Newcastle recently
Arsenal are very interested in signing the French striker Moussa Dembele this summer as per Foot Mercato. The former Celtic ace has been a sensation in Ligue 1 ever since he joined Lyon. If the Gunners manage to sign him, it would be a coup for them. The player has recently been linked with Newcastle United and Manchester United. Mikel Arteta has Lacazette and Aubameyang at his disposal but the Frenchman has been linked with an exit this summer. Also, Aubameyang is yet to commit his long-term future to the club. Nketiah and Martinelli are talented but they are too young to lead the line on a weekly basis. Someone like Dembele would be a fantastic replacement if the likes of Lacazette move on this summer. Dembele will add pace, flair and goals to the side. Although he is a centre forward, h...
‘A top, top player’ – Graeme Souness raves about 23-yr-old PL star linked with Tottenham
Popular pundit Graeme Souness has heaped praise on the Newcastle winger Allan Saint-Maximin. The Frenchman has been in inspired form since the restart and he could guide Newcastle to a top-half finish if he continues to perform at this level. The Magpies are only three points behind 10th placed Burnley. Saint-Maximin has had a good season overall and Souness thinks he is a ‘top player’. The 23-year-old was recently hailed as the signing of the season by Newcastle manager Steve Bruce. Souness believes that the Newcastle star will only get better with time and no defender in the league will want to be up against in him in one-vs-one situations. He said (quotes via Chronicle): “He’s a top, top player. It’s easy to look at him and just talk about his dribbling when he gets one-on-one.&nbs...
‘My information’ – Ornstein shares what he’s heard about Arsenal’s interest in Saint-Maximin
Arsenal are reportedly keen on Newcastle United winger Allan Saint-Maximin ahead of the summer transfer window, and the North London giants are said to have already made contact with the winger’s representatives. However, The Athletic’s David Ornstein has poured cold water on the claims after making his own enquiries following the emergence of the report. Arsenal indeed want a winger, but they are keeping tabs on Chelsea’s Willian and not the Newcastle star. Mikel Arteta’s side are looking to lure the Brazilian to The Emirates once he leaves Stamford Bridge at the end of the campaign as a free agent. “One of the names that have come up in recent days in Allan Saint-Maximin of Newcastle,” Ornstein revealed on The Ornstein and Chapman Podcast. “My information is Arsenal are not interested in...
‘It was disappointing’ – Moyes reacts to what Hammers midfielder did before NUFC’s equalizer
West Ham United were pegged back twice by Newcastle United at St. James Park yesterday, and the 2-2 draw almost felt like a draw given that the visitors were the better side in the final third. The Hammers attempted 17 shots, with seven of them hitting the target, and they will hope to be better at both ends of the pitch when they host Burnley on Wednesday. Michail Antonio opened the scoring for West Ham four minutes into the game, but it took 13 minutes for Miguel Almiron to draw Newcastle level. David Moyes’ side took the lead 20 minutes after play resumed for the second-half, but the Magpies equalised again just 92 seconds later through midfielder Jonjo Shelvey. However, it wouldn’t have been possible had Pablo Fornals not kept Dwight Gayle onside in the build-up to Newcastle’s second g...
‘All depends on the takeover’: Many Magpies fans react to PL star’s comments on NUFC move
Danny Rose has stated his desire to stay at Newcastle United and has admitted that he is playing for his future. The 30-year-old is currently on loan at St James’ Park from Tottenham Hotspur. Rose is not in Jose Mourinho’s first-team plans, and the left-back will be sold in the summer. It remains to be seen whether Newcastle take up the decision to sign him permanently at the end of the season. Rose has made seven appearances for the Magpies (six starts) so far. While he looked decent, many Newcastle fans are not convinced whether the club should sign him permanently. “First and foremost, I’m playing for my future,” Rose told the matchday programme. “I don’t think I need a bigger motivation than that. I’ve settled in very well, I love the lads and members of staff, and the fans. “It doesn’...
Report: Celtic want to sign Gareth Southgate’s godson this summer
According to the Chronicle, Celtic are interested in bringing Newcastle United goalkeeper Freddie Woodman to Parkhead this summer. The 23-year-old is currently on a season-long loan with English Championship side Swansea City and is expected to go out on another loan next term after the Magpies signed former Motherwell goalie Mark Gillespie. Celtic want to sign a goalkeeper after Fraser Forster returned to Southampton following the end of his loan deal at Parkhead and vowed to fight for his place at St. Mary’s, and Woodman could be their man. The England youth international knows all about the Scottish Premiership having had loan stints at Kilmarnock and Aberdeen, and he has proven his quality at Swansea all over again. He is hoping to get a call-up to the national team from his godfather ...
‘Having the season of his life’ – Some Newcastle fans in awe of 28-yr-old’s display vs West Ham
Newcastle were held to a 2-2 draw at home to West Ham yesterday. Despite going behind twice in the game, Newcastle managed to fight back and get a point in the end. Michail Antonio gave the visitors a well-deserved lead four minutes into the game. But Miguel Almiron scored the leveller for the hosts on the 17th minute. Tomas Soucek got on the scoresheet once again to restore the Hammers’ advantage. However, the lead did not last long and Shelvey scored two minutes later to secure a 2-2 draw. The 28-year-old Newcastle midfielder put on an excellent display for his side and the fans were left impressed with his passing in particular. He was arguably the best player on the pitch against West Ham. Shelvey has always been a talented midfielder but consistency has been an issue for him. It will ...
‘His agent seems to be very active’: Luke Edwards comments on £16.5m Spurs target
According to latest reports from the Daily Mail, French champions Paris Saint-Germain are interested in signing Newcastle United winger Allan Saint-Maximin this summer. The 23-year-old winger, who initially struggled to settle down due to injuries, has proved to be a big hit this season. Steve Bruce has hailed him as the signing of the season after landing him on a six-year deal for a reported fee of £16.5m. He has been simply superb for the Magpies and his performances have attracted would-be suitors in the process. The report claimed that Premier League rivals Tottenham Hotspur are also interested in signing him, but they have a limited transfer budget. The Londoners would be willing to offer players such as Danny Rose and Juan Foyth plus cash. Popular journalist, Luke Edw...
Report: Leeds plotting an ‘ambitious move’ for in-demand 22 y/o Newcastle target
Leeds United are edging closer to securing promotion to the Premier League. The Whites earned a fantastic 3-1 victory against Blackburn Rovers on Saturday and cemented their position at the top of the Championship table. It seems they have already started preparing for the summer transfer window. Patrick Bamford has scored 15 goals this season, but he can’t be relied upon to deliver week in week out in the Premier League. And Leeds are highly unlikely to buy Jean Kevin-Augustin on a permanent deal by spending more than £17m. According to latest reports from The Mirror, Leeds are plotting an ambitious move for Celtic striker Odsonne Edouard. If the Whites secure promotion, which looks more likely, they would make a serious attempt to sign the 22-year-old who has enjoyed a phenomen...
Mauricio Pochettino in line for a Premier League return
Speculation over the future of Newcastle manager Steve Bruce has hit the news again and speaking to BBC Sport Mark Lawrenson has heaped a lot of praise on Bruce for his time at Newcastle so far, and has slammed speculation on the future of the former Aston Villa and Sunderland boss at St. James’ Park. Bruce so far has improved Newcastle this season managing to pick up big wins over the likes of Chelsea and Manchester United and have also been playing better football than in previous seasons under former manager Rafa Benitez. According to Sky Sports, the prospective new owners of Newcastle want to appoint former Tottenham head coach Mauricio Pochettino as their new manager as they look to invest to take Newcastle to the next level. Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) have ...
