Chris Wood spared Newcastle’s blushes as a second-string side hit back from a goal down to see off League Two Tranmere 2-1 in the Carabao Cup.A slick passing move ended with Elliott Nevitt slotting beyond Newcastle goalkeeper Karl Darlow, one of 10 changes from the 3-3 Premier League draw against Manchester City as only Joe Willock was retained.But Jamaal Lascelles and Wood scored either s...Full Story »

Tranmere boss Micky Mellon will be looking for a response from his players as they head into Carabao Cup second-round battle with Premier League Newcastle.Mellon was disappointed with his side’s performance in their 2-1 League Two defeat at Newport on Saturday in which he fielded the same starting XI for the third successive game.The Rovers boss gave opportunities to keeper Mateusz Hewelt,...Full Story »

Pep Guardiola welcomed the adversity Manchester City had to fight their way through at Newcastle as they attempt to defend their Premier League crown.The champions trailed 3-1 at St James’ Park on Sunday afternoon before scrapping their way to a 3-3 draw in a thrilling encounter with Eddie Howe’s men.Reflecting on a pulsating afternoon on Tyneside, Guardiola said: “Why not give...Full Story »

Bernardo Silva came to Manchester City’s rescue as the Premier League champions fought back to take a point from a six-goal thriller at Newcastle.Silva, starting for the first time in the league this season, ensured a rip-roaring contest in which the visitors led after five minutes, but trailed 3-1 nine minutes into the second half, ended 3-3.Before kick-off neither side had conceded a top...Full Story »

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe will make a late decision on full-back Matt Targett ahead of Sunday’s Premier League clash with champions Manchester City.Targett missed last weekend’s 0-0 draw at Brighton with a hamstring injury and will be given until the last moment to prove his fitness.Winger Ryan Fraser is expected to return after recovering from a back problem and, with defenders Emil...Full Story »

NEWCASTLE have made Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher their prime target in the final weeks of the transfer window. Toon bosses would also like to sign James Maddison from Leicester - but their hopes of landing the Foxes playmaker are understood to be slim. Chelsea star Conor Gallagher is wanted by Newcastle this summer So Newcastle will now step up their efforts to persuade Chelsea to sell ...Full Story »

Eddie Howe hailed Nick Pope’s calm authority in leading Newcastle’s rebuilt rearguard to a hard-fought goalless Premier League draw at Brighton.Pope pulled off two fine saves on the south coast, to rack up a second clean sheet in as many games at the start of the new season.The England stopper rebuffed both Adam Lallana’s powerful header and a neat strike from Solly March, whil...Full Story »

Nick Pope conjured two fine saves and Kieran Trippier a goal-line clearance as Newcastle ground out a goalless Premier League draw at Brighton.England stopper Pope racked up a second-straight clean sheet in Newcastle colours, thwarting both Adam Lallana and Solly March at the Amex Stadium.March thought he had scored with a low shot through traffic in the first half, only for Trippier to clear of...Full Story »

Brighton have no fresh injury concerns as they welcome Newcastle to the Amex Stadium.Midfielder Jakub Moder (knee) is the only absentee for Seagulls head coach Graham Potter.Having opened their season with victory at Manchester United, Potter is likely to stick with the same starting XI.Newcastle midfielder Jonjo Shelvey will miss out after undergoing surgery to address a hamstring problem.Head ...Full Story »

Nick Pope and Sven Botman could make Premier League debuts for Newcastle as they open their new campaign against promoted Nottingham Forest.Former Burnley keeper Pope and defender Botman, signed from Lille, have joined the club this summer, while full-back Matt Targett has completed a permanent switch from Aston Villa after a successful loan spell.Right-back Javier Manquillo is back in training ...Full Story »

Arsenal and Newcastle must reportedly overcome a huge 'complication' if they are to sign Lucas Paqueta from Lyon this summer, with the French club's incoming new owner John Textor thought to be keen on retaining the Brazilian. The Premier League pair have, however, been boosted by the news that the midfielder is understood to be eager to embark on a new challenge. Both Arsenal and Newcastle hav...Full Story »

Newly minted Newcastle United could rival Arsenal for Espanyol striker Raul de Tomas, according to reports. De Tomas joined current club Espanyol in 2020 from Benfica and is contracted to them until 2026. He has so far featured on 89 occasions for Espanyol, netting a very respectable 45 goals in the process. De Tomas’ impressive form over the last year or so has also seen him earn his...Full Story »

Lingard is expected to join West Ham United as Everton lose out, according to the Daily Mail. Lingard, 29, is a free agent whose contract with United expires on June 30, but has received a number of offers. Lampard has identified the England hitman as one of Everton's summer targets, with Newcastle and Tottenham also showing interest. But Lingard is expected to reject those clubs in favour o...Full Story »

Chelsea want to assess Armando Broja before sending him out on loan against next season. The Albania international scored nine goals in 38 games on loan at Southampton last season. Saints are keen to sign Broja again, but they are not alone. West Ham United and Newcastle have both been linked with the 20-year-old. Sky Sports claims that Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel wants to assess Broja befo...Full Story »

Newcastle United are interested in free agent Isco. The Spain international came off contract at Real Madrid yesterday. AS says a move abroad is now likely for Isco, with Newcastle and AS Roma both in contact. The Spaniard's future is 'likely to lay' between the Magpies or Jose Mourinho's side. Isco's nine-year stay with Madrid came to an end this summer after the club opted against handin...Full Story »

Gareth Bale should make the trip to Newcastle, says Saunders Dean Saunders believes free agent Gareth Bale will head back to the Premier League for next season and Newcastle would be the perfect destination. The 32-year-old former Tottenham star was released by Real Madrid after his contract expired but so far hasn't given anything away regarding his future. Bale featured in Wales’ quali...Full Story »

But the defender will cost the Red Devils £39million to sign this summer. Man Utd are leading the race for Sporting Lisbon centre-back Goncalo Inacio Credit: Getty A Bola claims Inacio, 20, is likely to leave Portugal after another impressive season. Inacio played 42 times in all competitions for Sporting. And new United boss Erik ten Hag is said to be a big fan. The Dutch tactician wa...Full Story »

Newcastle are preparing a speculative bid to prise Dominic Calvert-Lewin away from Everton, according to reports. There is plenty of interest in the prolific Toffees forward this summer, with Arsenal and Manchester United also credited with interest. The Magpies are set to back Eddie Howe with a big transfer budget and their summer business will be led by their new sporting director Dan Ashwor...Full Story »

Tottenham are prepared to sell Harry Winks this summer. The Daily Mail says Spurs have placed a £25million valuation on Winks, with the England international set to leave this summer. Winks has played a peripheral role under Antonio Conte since the Italian manager's arrival in November and is expected to depart north London ahead of next season. Spurs chairman Daniel Levy will listen t...Full Story »

Burnley slipped out of the Premier League as a late fightback was not enough to avoid a 2-1 defeat to Newcastle and their former boss Eddie Howe.The Clarets had looked down and out after Callum Wilson punished an inexplicable Nathan Collins handball from the penalty spot and Newcastle’s top-scorer was given the freedom of the Burnley box to score an easy second on the hour mark.Maxwel Corn...Full Story »