Tag: Newcastle United

Manchester United Target Bruno Guimarães and Adam Wharton for Midfield Reinforcements

Bruno Guimarães (Newcastle United), Adam James Wharton (Crystal Palace)
April 2025

Manchester United have shortlisted Bruno Guimarães and Adam Wharton to strengthen their midfield this summer, with Christian Eriksen expected to leave the club.
Guimarães is under contract with Newcastle United until 2028, and Wharton with Crystal Palace until 2026. Offloading Carlos Henrique Casimiro (Casemiro) could prove difficult due to his high wages.

Juventus Open to Luiz–Tonali Swap with Newcastle

Douglas Luiz (Juventus) & Sandro Tonali (Newcastle United)
Summer 2025

Juventus may offer Douglas Luiz to Newcastle in exchange for Sandro Tonali. Luiz has struggled since joining Juve, making only 3 Serie A starts.
With Luiz underperforming and Tonali suspended, Juve could explore a swap to refresh midfield options. Talks would hinge on valuations and Tonali’s return timeline.

Newcastle Win Race for Spanish Starlet Antonio Cordero

Antonio Cordero (Málaga), Newcastle United
April 2025

Newcastle have secured the signing of Spain U19 winger Antonio Cordero from Málaga, beating out competition from Real Madrid and Barcelona. The teenager will sign a five-year deal at St James’ Park.
The move marks a major coup for Newcastle and highlights their dual-transfer strategy—developing elite young talent while strengthening the first team. Cordero is seen as a long-term asset with high potential.

Eddie Howe Hospitalised with Pneumonia, Thanks Fans for Support

Eddie Howe (Newcastle United)
April 15, 2025

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is recovering in hospital after being diagnosed with pneumonia. He missed the team’s 4–1 win over Manchester United and will also miss upcoming matches vs. Crystal Palace and Aston Villa.
In a club statement and personal message, Howe thanked fans and praised NHS staff for their care. Assistants Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones will oversee match duties during his absence.

Newcastle Humiliate Man Utd 4–1 as Crisis Deepens

Newcastle United v Manchester United
April 2025

Manchester United slumped to their 14th Premier League loss of the season, a joint-record since 1989–90 after a 4–1 thrashing by Newcastle. The Magpies, without manager Eddie Howe, moved into the top four.
Goals from Tonali, Barnes (2), and Guimarães punished a poor United side that has now conceded first in 19 league games. Garnacho scored a brief equalizer, but debutant keeper Bayindir’s late error capped another defensive collapse.

Weston McKennie Named in Italy Betting Investigation

Weston McKennie (Juventus), Sandro Tonali (Newcastle United), Nicolo Fagioli (Fiorentina), 10 other players
April 2025

US midfielder Weston McKennie is under investigation in Italy for illegal online betting, along with 12 others. The probe stems from prior testimony by banned players Tonali and Fagioli but McKennie faces no suspension risk.
Authorities are examining evidence from 2023 related to illegal poker and sports betting platforms. While Tonali and Fagioli were banned for betting on soccer, McKennie and others may only face minor fines if found guilty.

Newcastle Make Cunha Top Transfer Priority

Matheus Cunha (Wolverhampton Wanderers)
Summer 2025

Newcastle have identified Wolves forward Cunha as their main summer signing target, viewing him as a key addition to elevate their squad.
Cunha has 13 league goals in a mid-table Wolves team and could be swayed by the presence of fellow Brazilians Bruno Guimarães and Joelinton at Newcastle.

Man United Eye Atalanta’s Ballon d’Or Nominee Lookman

Ademola Lookman (Atalanta)
Summer 2025

Manchester United are strongly interested in signing Atalanta’s in-form forward Ademola Lookman, who has scored 18 goals this season after a stellar 2023 campaign that earned him a Ballon d’Or nomination.
United face competition from Newcastle, Nottingham Forest, and Juventus, but Lookman reportedly prefers a Premier League return.

Newcastle & Bundesliga Clubs Circle Harvey Elliott

Harvey Elliott (Liverpool)
Summer 2025

Newcastle United and unnamed Bundesliga clubs are monitoring Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott, who has seen limited playing time this season.
Liverpool value the 21-year-old between £40–50 million, which may complicate any deal due to Newcastle’s Financial Fair Play limitations. No formal bids yet, but interest is heating up.

Fabian Schar Pens New Deal to Extend Newcastle Stay Until 2026

Fabian Schar (Newcastle United)
Announced ahead of end-of-season run-in, 2024/25

Veteran centre-back Fabian Schar has signed a contract extension that keeps him at Newcastle United until the end of the 2025/26 season.
Schar, who joined from Deportivo La Coruña in 2018, has made 221 appearances for the Magpies. The 32-year-old expressed his joy after the club’s recent Carabao Cup win and reaffirmed his happiness at continuing with the club and in the city.

POPULAR ARTICLES