A prudent and measured blog
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 […]
17 days ago | 1 read
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 […]
17 days ago | 1 read
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 […]
18 days ago | 1 read
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 […]
19 days ago | 2 reads
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 […]
20 days ago | 1 read
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 […]
21 days ago | 1 read
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 […]
21 days ago | 0 reads
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 […]
22 days ago | 0 reads
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 […]
23 days ago | 1 read
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 […]
24 days ago | 1 read
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 […]
25 days ago | 1 read
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 […]
25 days ago | 1 read
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 […]
26 days ago | 1 read
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 […]
27 days ago | 0 reads
Newcastle United return to St James’ Park on Wednesday night looking to extend their Premier League winning run to three matches as they face Leeds United in a midweek matchup with very different meanings for both sides. After an up-and-down first half of the season, Newcastle United have brought themselves back to contention for a […]
28 days ago | 0 reads
According to the Daily Mail’s Simon Jones, Newcastle United are pressing ahead with plans to sign a Toulouse phenom defender. Simon Jones reports that Newcastle remain determined to move early for 19-year-old Dayann Methaliein despite the teenager recently undergoing knee surgery. The main reason behind making the move now would be geared toward staying ahead […]
29 days ago | 1 read
Newcastle United have called on Meta to assist police in identifying the individual responsible for racist abuse and violent threats sent to Joe Willock on Instagram following Sunday’s Premier League win over Crystal Palace. In a statement published on the club’s website, Newcastle confirmed that Willock received direct messages of a racist nature from an […]
29 days ago | 1 read
According to the Daily Mail’s Simon Jones, Newcastle United are pressing ahead with plans to sign a Toulouse phenom defender. Simon Jones reports that Newcastle remain determined to move early for 19-year-old Dayann Methaliein despite the teenager recently undergoing knee surgery. The main reason behind making the move now would be geared toward staying ahead […]
30 days ago | 2 reads
Newcastle United started 2026 with a much-needed 2-0 win over Crystal Palace at St James’ Park, ending a long wait for a Premier League clean sheet. The win sealed the second back-to-back triumphant run for Newcastle in the EPL this season and lifted Eddie Howe’s side into ninth, just two points off the top five. […]
30 days ago | 2 reads
Newcastle’s thinking around a potential replacement for Will Osula is cautious and still evolving, according to Chris Waugh of The Athletic. Per the Newcastle insider, there is a clear preference within the club for a specific type of forward rather than a like-for-like swap, in case Osula leaves the Magpies during the January transfer window […]
about 1 month ago | 0 reads
St James’ Park will host a mid-table match this weekend as Newcastle United welcome Crystal Palace, with just one point separating the sides as the second half of the season begins. Newcastle enter the weekend sitting 13th with 26 points after 19 matches and amid endless inconsistency in league play. Eddie Howe’s side have shown […]
about 1 month ago | 1 read
Expectations inside Newcastle United are being deliberately kept in check ahead of the January transfer window. According to Chris Waugh of The Athletic, there is no strong indication that significant business is imminent in Newcastle, with the club taking a reactive approach to the transfer market. Waugh reported that the internal messaging is that Newcastle […]
about 1 month ago | 0 reads
According to The Athletic’s Chris Waugh, Newcastle United’s January plans include potential sales and loan moves, but any outgoings will be shaped by incoming players and the club’s ongoing injury situation. On possible departures, Waugh wrote that “Joe Willock is among the most likely to depart, should a midfielder arrive.” Hope noted that Willock’s contract […]
about 1 month ago | 1 read
According to Chris Waugh of The Athletic, Newcastle United are entering January in a different PSR position than in recent winters, even if expectations of a major spend remain unrealistic during the winter transfer window. “Newcastle have the capacity to be active during a January window for the first time since 2023,” Hope reported, noting […]
about 1 month ago | 0 reads
According to Chris Waugh of The Athletic, Eddie Howe is approaching the January transfer window with a clear but restrained priority based around refreshing, not reshaping, the squad, and only if the right opportunity emerges in the market. Waugh reported that Howe’s focus is on “injecting some freshness into a squad and team which are […]
about 1 month ago | 0 reads