A prudent and measured blog
Newcastle United are increasingly unlikely to sign a new centre back this month as Dan Burn closes in on a return from injury, according to a report by Daily Mail’s Craig Hope. “There were some eyebrows raised among the press pack this week when Eddie Howe claimed Dan Burn would be ‘like a new signing’ […]
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The Athletic’s Chris Waugh has outlined how Newcastle United expect to address a looming leadership gap as senior figures such as Kieran Trippier and Jamaal Lascelles near the end of their time at the club. Responding to a fan’s question in a recent mailbag, Waugh said the issue of leadership is already being recognised internally. […]
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Newcastle United are awaiting clarity on the severity of Bruno Guimaraes’ ankle injury after the midfielder limped off during Wednesday’s Champions League win over PSV, according to a report by Daily Mail’s Craig Hope. Hope reported that Newcastle are “still sweating on the severity of the ankle injury suffered by Bruno Guimaraes during the 3-0 […]
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The Athletic’s Chris Waugh has reported that Newcastle’s January transfer window has been quiet by design rather than neglect, with the club weighing caution against need as PSR continues to shape decision-making. Waugh placed Newcastle’s situation in the wider Premier League context. “It has been a very quiet January window in general, a few low-key […]
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England scouts have been monitoring several Newcastle United players as selection planning continues ahead of the World Cup, according to a report by the Daily Mail’s Craig Hope. Hope reported that Lewis Miley “has been the subject of watching eyes from the stands of late,” with England scouts attending recent Newcastle matches to assess the […]
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Newcastle United host PSV Eindhoven on Wednesday night at St James’ Park in Champions League Gameweek 7. Newcastle enter the fixture 12th in the league phase with 10 points, two adrift of the top eight with two matches remaining. They have won three of six European games so far and are seeking a return to […]
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The Athletic’s Chris Waugh has played down concerns about Newcastle United losing Sandro Tonali in the near future, despite persistent rumours and a run of below-par performances. Writing about Tonali’s situation in a recent mailbag, Waugh said there is little indication internally that Tonali is at risk of being sold soon, largely because of the […]
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Newcastle United are not expected to recall Matt Targett from his loan spell at Middlesbrough, despite having the option to do so, according to a report by the Daily Mail’s Craig Hope. Even if they want to, Hope reported that Targett “wants to stay at Middlesbrough for the remainder of the season” and that Newcastle […]
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Newcastle United are tracking Lecce defender Tiago Gabriel but have not yet moved beyond making initial checks, according to a report by the Daily Mail’s Craig Hope. Hope reported that Newcastle “have scouted Lecce’s Tiago Gabriel, a 21-year-old centre back,” but added that the club are “yet to follow up on those checks” as things […]
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Newcastle United were held to a 0–0 draw by Wolverhampton on Sunday, failing to find a breakthrough against the absolute-worst Premier League side of the season. In a match where attacking prowess was all but showcased by the Magpies, the Geordies’ output again proved limited at bast, nonexistent at worst, as Eddie Howe’s side dominated […]
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Newcastle United travel to Molineux on Sunday to face Wolverhampton Wanderers in the 22nd game of the Premier League season. Newcastle sit sixth after 21 matches and come into the fixture on a three-game league winning run. That sequence has helped narrow the gap to the top four to three points. Their most recent league […]
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Newcastle United have identified the site for a new training ground and are targeting progress on the project in 2026, according to a report by The Athletic’s Chris Waugh. Waugh reported that Newcastle “have identified the site for their new state-of-the-art training ground” and are aiming to make “substantive progress” on the major infrastructure project […]
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Newcastle United have been drawn away to Aston Villa in the FA Cup fourth round, setting up an all-Premier League tie at Villa Park next month. The draw was made on Monday night and confirmed that Eddie Howe’s side will travel to the Midlands for a place in the fifth round of the competition. The […]
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Sven Botman has committed his long-term future to Newcastle United by signing a new contract on Monday, ending all uncertainty around his status and future in Tyneside following recent injury issues and wider squad instability. The centre-back’s previous deal, agreed when he arrived from Lille in 2022, had been due to expire at the end […]
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The Athletic’s Chris Waugh has reported that Newcastle United remain undecided on Will Osula’s short-term future, with injury, squad balance and the January market all shaping the internal debate. “Osula is out with a foot injury which has been afflicting him for most of the season.” Waugh explains that the problem initially appeared manageable, allowing […]
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Daily Mail’s Craig Hope has revealed that Tino Livramento is facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines after scans confirmed the severity of his latest injury. “Newcastle defender Tino Livramento is facing up to eight weeks out with a hamstring injury,” Hope reported. The setback comes at a damaging moment in the season, with Newcastle […]
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Manchester City took control of the Carabao Cup semi-final matchup against the Magpies with a 2-0 win over holders Newcastle United at St James’ Park on Tuesday night. After a tight first half, recently-acquired Antoine Semenyo broke the deadlock for City in the 53rd minute, finishing from close range after Jeremy Doku’s cross and a […]
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The Daily Mail’s Craig Hope has argued that 2026 must become a decisive year for Newcastle United’s ownership, insisting that the Public Investment Fund can no longer rely on ambition and messaging alone without delivering visible, structural change. Hope framed his argument by comparing Newcastle’s trajectory to Manchester City following their Abu Dhabi takeover. “When […]
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Newcastle United welcome Manchester City to St James’ Park on Tuesday night for the first leg of their EFL Cup semi-final, with a place at Wembley on the line over two legs. This competition holds special significance for Newcastle, who lifted the trophy last season to end a 70-year wait for major silverware. Eddie Howe’s […]
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Arsenal and Manchester City are both monitoring Tino Livramento ahead of a potential summer move, with Newcastle United bracing for growing interest in one of their most valuable assets. The Sun reported that Arsenal are tracking Livramento and expect the 23-year-old to be “at the centre of a battle” with Manchester City at the end […]
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Newcastle United found a way to advance to the FA Cup fourth round after an exhausting 3-3 draw and a dramatic 7-6 penalty shootout win over Bournemouth, with Aaron Ramsdale emerging as the Magpies’ hero on Saturday. The on-loan goalkeeper saved three penalties—denying Evanilson, Alex Jimenez, and Bafode Diakite—to punch Newcastle’s ticket to the next […]
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Newcastle United have been offered the chance to complete a transfer for Celta Vigo defender Oscar Mingueza, according to a report by Daily Mail’s Simon Jones. Jones reported that Newcastle are among the clubs informed of Mingueza’s availability as his contract nears its end next summer, with Celta looking for a lower-money fee now instead […]
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Newcastle United host AFC Bournemouth at St James’ Park on Saturday afternoon with FA Cup progression at stake, as Eddie Howe faces his former club in the third round of the domestic tourney. Newcastle enter the match amid one of their strongest runs this season. A dramatic 4-3 Premier League win over Leeds United on […]
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Fabian Schar was taken to the hospital after suffering an ankle injury during Newcastle United’s ridiculous 4-3 win over Leeds United. Schar was stretchered off in the second half following a tangle of legs with Dominic Calvert-Lewin. The defender immediately gestured to the bench and required lengthy treatment before being withdrawn, raising immediate concern among […]
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Newcastle United and Leeds United delivered an instant classic for the 2025-26 Premier League season in one of the most dramatic matches played this campaign, with Harvey Barnes snatching a 4-3 victory in the 102nd minute at St James’ Park, the latest game-winning goal in league history. The night began with a show of support […]
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