Nick Pope has told Newcastle they have to believe they can win every game if they are to be thought of as a top team.The Magpies head into Tuesday night’s crunch Champions League clash with Paris St Germain knowing their first campaign in two decades could be over if they lose.Memories of October’s 4-1 demolition of the French champions at St James’ Park, which took Eddie Howe&...Full Story »

DERBY are braced for bids to whisk away top talent Cruz Allen. The Welsh youth cap, 16, is already tearing it up in the Rams’ Under-18 side and that has alerted Manchester United. Manchester United, Newcastle and Chelsea are eyeing Derby wonderkid Cruz Allen Credit: Rex Chelsea and Newcastle are also on the  midfielder’s trail. Meanwhile, ex-County boss  Paul Jewell mad...Full Story »

NEWCASTLE have drawn up a four-man shortlist as they prepare to bolster their squad in the January transfer window, according to reports. Eddie Howe's men have been savaged by injuries in recent weeks - with 13 Toon players sidelined as of mid-November. Kalvin Phillips looks set to leave Manchester City in the January window Credit: Alamy Hugo Ekitike is seeking a way out of Paris Saint-Germa...Full Story »

Mauricio Pochettino was “angry and disappointed” after watching Chelsea fall apart in their 4-1 Premier League defeat at Newcastle.The Argentinian was left furious by his side’s second-half capitulation at St James’ Park, which saw full-back Reece James sent off to erase the memories of their creditable displays against Tottenham and Manchester City before the internation...Full Story »

Newcastle produced a stunning second-half display as the Magpies halted Chelsea’s Premier League momentum with a 4-1 win at St James’ Park.Jamaal Lascelles’ first-half error handed Raheem Sterling the chance to cancel out Alexander Isak’s opener with a superb free-kick, but the Newcastle skipper gave his side the lead with a bullet header on the hour.Joelinton then pounce...Full Story »

City, already well-equipped with midfielders, presented a challenging path to securing a regular first-team spot for the 27-year-old. Last season reflected this challenge, as Phillips managed only two starts in 12 top-flight appearances. Rumours are now circulating that the England international is considering an exit this winter, attracting interest from various clubs eager to take a chance ...Full Story »

When European football's hottest properties become available Newcastle are one of the teams in the conversation, and that's something unlikely to have been the case even as recently as a couple of years ago. According to Mais Futebol, the Magpies are now looking at the possibility of paying Goncalo Inacio's €60m release clause in the upcoming transfer window. The 22-year-old Sporting cen...Full Story »

Arsenal target Marcos Leonardo has many demands regarding his next club. The Brazilian is being admired by a series of top clubs around Europe, including Real Madrid and Newcastle United. The 20-year-old forward has scored 13 goals in 27 league appearances in Brazil. According to Globo Esporte, Leonardo has told his agent to inform all suitors about his Olympics dream. He wants to play in ...Full Story »

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RUBEN NEVES is set to snub both Newcastle and Arsenal regardless of the Premier League vote on whether clubs owned by the same party can trade players between clubs. The controversy was sparked after it emerged that Newcastle were interested in loaning Neves from Al-Hilal as cover for the banned Sandro Tonali. Neves will remain at Al-Hilal regardless of the upcoming Premier League vote Credit:...Full Story »

Arsenal are jumping into the battle for Al-Hilal midfielder Ruben Neves. The former Wolves captain will be allowed to leave Al-Hilal on-loan in January. The midfielder is a target for Newcastle United, which see him as cover for Sandro Tonali after his season-ending betting ban. However, Arsenal are also keen, where manager Mikel Arteta feels his squad is a midfielder short. Newcastle are ...Full Story »

Ekitike is wanted in England again The Magpies failed with a €40m (£35m) bid to sign Ekitike from Stade Reims in the summer of 2022, with PSG going on to sign the striker on loan with an obligation to make the move permanent this year for €35m (£30m). Since then, however, Ekitike has struggled for game time. He started 12 times in Ligue 1 last year and has just eight minu...Full Story »

Chelsea have joined Premier League rivals Newcastle United in the race to sign Real Betis starlet Assane Diao. The 18-year-old winger has been attracting attention due to his impressive displays this season. Diao has six goals in 15 games so far this term, including two in two against Granada CF and Valencia. According to Estadio Deportivo, Betis are hoping to increase the player's £30...Full Story »

ARSENAL have been handed a major boost as they try to hijack Newcastle's move for Ruben Neves, according to reports. The Gunners are in the market for a central midfielder in January with Thomas Partey expected to be out into next year due to a thigh injury. Ruben Neves could return to the Premier League just months after moving to Al-Hilal Credit: AP Meanwhile, Newcastle are also on the look...Full Story »

MANCHESTER UNITED are considering a move for defender Jean-Clair Todibo from Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Nice. The Red Devils want to sign a right-sided centre-back in January as Erik ten Hag looks to bolster his defence. Jean-Clair Todibo is being eyed up by both Manchester United and Chelsea Credit: Getty Man Utd made an approach to sign Todibo from the Ligue 1 side in the summer, but the 23-year-o...Full Story »

Newcastle United are eyeing Barcelona defender Andreas Christensen. Sport says Christensen may be sold next summer. Barcelona have not yet made a decision on the Dane, but they will evaluate their financial situation in the coming months. Newcastle are following the 27-year-old defender. However, there is nothing concrete on the table yet. Christensen's current contract with Barcelona runs...Full Story »

Arsenal set to compete with Newcastle to sign Dortmund star Arsenal and Newcastle United are all set to battle for Borussia Dortmund midfielder Julian Brandt in the January transfer window, according to the Mirror. Brandt signed a new deal with the German club in the summer of 2022 that will keep him at the club until 2026. While the Premier League clubs will enquire about his availability o...Full Story »

Kieran Trippier confronted angry Newcastle fans following their 2-0 defeat at Bournemouth.The injury-hit Magpies were downed by Dominic Solanke’s second-half double on the south coast.As the players went to applaud the travelling fans after the final whistle, England full-back Trippier was filmed on social media responding to a supporter by saying: “Are the lads not giving everything...Full Story »

Eddie Howe’s return to Bournemouth turned into a nightmare after Dominic Solanke’s double condemned Newcastle to a 2-0 defeat.Howe, who was the Cherries manager the last time they beat Newcastle in 2017, saw his side’s seven-match unbeaten Premier League run end and their injury crisis deepen.The Magpies were already missing 11 players through injury and suspension after C...Full Story »

Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today.   Big teams EPL week 11  Chelsea Newcastle in UCL last night Dortmund 2-0 Newcastle Group F standings: Dortmund—7 pointsPSG—6 pointsMilan—5 pointsNewcastle—4 pointsOnly room for two Man City take a step towards defending their Champions League title by qualifying for the round of 16 Barcelona needed a win or a draw to ...Full Story »