A prudent and measured blog
Craig Hope has reported in the Daily Mail’s Newcastle Confidential that the Magpies’ long-anticipated stadium announcement remains stalled with no new timetable in sight. Hope noted that the previously planned “early 2025” reveal has “come and gone” and added that “there won’t be one in late 2025 either.” The insider reported that after a high-level […]
14 days ago | 1 read
Craig Hope has poured cold water on talk of Newcastle United executing a reunion with Elliot Anderson, reporting for the Daily Mail’s Newcastle Confidential that the chances are “fairly low” despite clear admiration from both Eddie Howe and sporting director Ross Wilson. Hope wrote that Howe “never wanted to sell Anderson” and that Wilson himself […]
14 days ago | 0 reads
Craig Hope has outlined the latest on Yoane Wissa’s recovery, writing in the Daily Mail’s Newcastle Confidential that the forward is still not expected to feature for Newcastle United until December despite being described as “very close” to a return. Hope wrote that early December “was my information,” which would rule Wissa out of matches […]
15 days ago | 1 read
Anthony Gordon’s England prospects and his weekend availability were both addressed in Craig Hope’s latest Daily Mail column, offering a clear picture of where the Newcastle United winger stands heading into a crucial stretch for club and country. Hope reported that Gordon is currently in “a three-way battle with Marcus Rashford and Eberechi Eze” for […]
16 days ago | 0 reads
Newcastle United defeated Manchester City 2-1 at St James’ Park on Saturday, securing their first Premier League win over City since 2019 and moving four points clear of the relegation zone. Harvey Barnes scored both goals for Newcastle, while Ruben Dias was on target for the visitors. The first half, somehow, ended in a goalless […]
16 days ago | 0 reads
Craig Hope has reported in the Daily Mail’s Newcastle Confidential that Newcastle United’s scouting activity remains strong in Belgium and the Netherlands, though only one of several watched players has developed into what he describes as a “live” level of interest. Hope wrote that “Newcastle have watched Joel Ordonez of Club Bruges,” noting that the […]
17 days ago | 0 reads
Newcastle United return from the international break to host Manchester City at St James’ Park on Saturday evening. Eddie Howe’s side are looking to end a run of two straight league defeats, while City aim to close the gap on leaders Arsenal. Newcastle’s 3-1 defeat at Brentford before the break left them 14th in the […]
18 days ago | 1 read
Craig Hope has reported in the Daily Mail’s Newcastle Confidential that Eddie Howe is not under pressure at Newcastle United, even with the club sitting 14th in the Premier League and coming off consecutive defeats. Answering a reader question about Howe’s job security, Hope wrote: “No, and nor should he be.” Hope added that Howe […]
18 days ago | 1 read
Former Manchester United and Sunderland chief scout Mick Brown has underlined Tino Livramento’s focus going forward. According to Brown, Livramento’s sole focus is on recovering from a knee injury and returning to action for Newcastle United and England, despite continuing noise about interest from Manchester City. Brown told Football Insider that Man City “would love […]
18 days ago | 0 reads
Newcastle United are exploring a move for Celta Vigo defender Oscar Mingueza, with Football Insider’s Mick Brown reporting that the club is monitoring his contract situation ahead of a potential January transfer. Brown wrote that Newcastle are “working on further strengthening defence with Oscar Mingueza” and that “sources told Football Insider that Newcastle are monitoring […]
19 days ago | 1 read
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20 days ago | 0 reads
Newcastle United have opened talks with Sven Botman over a new long-term contract as the club looks to shut down growing interest from Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool, according to Football Insider’s Mick Brown. Botman has dealt with injuries during his time on Tyneside, but he has returned to regular action this season and remains an […]
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Newcastle United are preparing to move for Palmeiras midfielder Allan Elias as the Brazilian club braces for formal offers from Europe, according to Bolavip’s Romario Junior. Allan has emerged as one of the standout young players at Palmeiras after breaking into the first team earlier this year, making 48 appearances and contributing eight goals despite […]
21 days ago | 0 reads
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22 days ago | 0 reads
Newcastle United have reopened communication with the advisers of Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford as the 23-year-old pushes for a January move, according to a report from Team Talk’s Fraser Fletcher. Trafford’s return to the Etihad over the summer came after City activated a buy-back clause that blocked Newcastle’s attempted £20 million agreement with Burnley, […]
22 days ago | 0 reads
Newcastle United have been scouting Everton midfielder James Garner, according to a report from The Chronicle’s Lee Ryder. Ryder revealed that “Newcastle United have checked out Everton star James Garner in recent weeks — but no serious talks between the two clubs have taken place at this stage.” The insider added that the 24-year-old defensive […]
23 days ago | 0 reads
Newcastle United are set to battle several European giants for AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit, according to a report from the Daily Mail’s Craig Hope. Hope wrote that “Newcastle are ready to compete with Europe’s top clubs for AZ Alkmaar wonderkid Kees Smit.” The 19-year-old has been compared to Barcelona’s Pedri by Netherlands manager Ronald […]
24 days ago | 0 reads
Newcastle United’s training ground redevelopment remains in planning limbo, with no formal application yet filed, according to The Athletic’s Chris Waugh. Responding to a fan question in his mailbag, Waugh wrote that “a new training ground also requires planning permission — and it has not yet been applied for, as far as I am aware.” […]
25 days ago | 1 read
Newcastle United’s ownership remains fully behind Eddie Howe despite growing pressure after suffering another Premier League defeat before the international break, according to The Athletic’s Chris Waugh. “The immediate message emerging from the top of the club after the weekend did not hint at panic,” Waugh wrote. “Howe is very much being backed to find […]
26 days ago | 2 reads
It’s fair to say Newcastle United aren’t enjoying the best days of left-wingers Anthony Gordon and Harvey Barnes. That said, the Magpies are not expected to prioritize a new left winger in the upcoming transfer window, according to The Athletic’s Chris Waugh. In response to a fan question in his mailbag, Waugh wrote that “left […]
27 days ago | 0 reads
Newcastle United have opened initial talks with Sven Botman over a new contract, according to the Daily Mail’s Craig Hope. Hope reported that “Newcastle have begun early discussions with Sven Botman’s camp over a new contract, but it could be a little while before an agreement is reached.” He added that “relations between new sporting […]
28 days ago | 0 reads
Newcastle United’s travel troubles deepened with a 3–1 defeat to Brentford, extending their winless Premier League away run to nine games. Harvey Barnes gave Eddie Howe’s side an early lead, but defensive errors and a red card for Dan Burn condemned them to another damaging loss. Barnes opened the scoring in the 27th minute, twisting […]
29 days ago | 0 reads
Newcastle United remain calm regarding Sandro Tonali’s long-term future, according to a new report from the Daily Mail’s Craig Hope. Hope wrote that “Newcastle did not know if Sandro Tonali wanted a new deal, and as such formal talks were not taking place.” He added that the midfielder’s current contract “runs to, in effect, 2030,” […]
about 1 month ago | 0 reads
Newcastle United travel to the Gtech Community Stadium on Sunday to face Brentford in a bottom-half Premier League clash. The hosts sit 12th with 13 points, one ahead of Eddie Howe’s side, who at least restored a bit of momentum in midweek European play. The Magpies bounced back from a poor performance at West Ham […]
about 1 month ago | 0 reads
FC Copenhagen are exploring a possible move for Newcastle United defender Emil Krafth, according to a report from the Daily Mail’s Craig Hope. Hope wrote that “FC Copenhagen are interested in signing Newcastle defender Emil Krafth, Confidential can reveal.” The Danish champions “are said to be monitoring the 31-year-old’s situation and could make a move […]
about 1 month ago | 0 reads