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Charlie Smith

Charlie Smith

Sports Journalist · 95 articles

Freelance football writer. Leeds United fan

Magpies fans hit out and call for another striker arrival
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Magpies fans hit out and call for another striker arrival

Newcastle have brought in four summer signings ahead of the new season, with many Magpies fans hoping for another addition before Thursday’s 5pm deadline. Steve Bruce has acquired the services of Joelinton, Allan Saint-Maximin and Jetro Willems, with Sweden international Emil Krafth also completing a move to Tyneside. However, some Magpies supporters have hit out at the […]

Newcastle fans react to Martin Atkinson appointment for Arsenal clash
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Newcastle fans react to Martin Atkinson appointment for Arsenal clash

Martin Atkinson has been announced as the man in the middle for Newcastle’s Premier League opener against Arsenal, and it’s safe to say, the news hasn’t gone down well. The 48-year-old was in charge of the Magpies’ first game of the 2017/18 season, with Tottenham edging out a 2-1 win over Rafael Benitez’s side. This time, […]

Why Newcastle fans should expect best goalscoring return from Joelinton
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Why Newcastle fans should expect best goalscoring return from Joelinton

When Joelinton arrived at Newcastle United from Hoffenheim in a club-record £40 million deal, many Magpies fans were delighted, despite knowing little about the Brazilian. However, after delving into the player’s background, the excitement soon turned to apprehension, purely based on his goalscoring record. Read Newcastle verdict Joelinton has replaced the void left by star loanee Salomon Rondon, […]

The Winners and Losers in Newcastle’s proposed deal for Emil Krafth
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The Winners and Losers in Newcastle’s proposed deal for Emil Krafth

Sweden international Emil Krafth looks set to make the move to St James’ Park before the window slams shut.  The 25-year-old, according to French outlet Soccer Link, cited by Sports Witness, will arrive on Tyneside on Wednesday to undergo a medical after the Magpies agreed on a €7 million deal with Ligue 1 side Amiens.  The report claims […]

Why Newcastle need to end their shock interest in Steven Caulker
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Why Newcastle need to end their shock interest in Steven Caulker

Newcastle are thought to be considering a surprise move for former Liverpool and Tottenham defender Steven Caulker. That’s according to the Daily Mirror, who suggest that Steve Bruce, who is a long-term admirer of the defender, has made enquiries for the player, who is currently on the books at Turkish side Alanyaspor. The report goes on […]

Danny Mills tips Dwight Gayle to search for Newcastle exit
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Danny Mills tips Dwight Gayle to search for Newcastle exit

Dwight Gayle has been linked with Leeds United and West Brom in recent days, despite Steve Bruce revealing his desire to keep the forward on Tyneside. However, former England defender Danny Mills has tipped Gayle to seek a Newcastle exit over the coming days in search of regular game time. Mills, who is a Leeds United […]

Bruce gives green light to Murphy loan – the right call?
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Bruce gives green light to Murphy loan – the right call?

Steve Bruce will reportedly allow Jacob Murphy to leave the club on loan this summer – but is it the right call? According to Football Insider, a number of Championship sides are keen on taking the 24-year-old on a season-long loan after Bruce recently gave the club the green light for the winger to leave. […]

Why Newcastle fans should be applauding Bruce after Colback U-turn
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Why Newcastle fans should be applauding Bruce after Colback U-turn

Steve Bruce looked to be willing to hand midfielder Jack Colback another chance at St James’ Park this summer, which left many Newcastle fans confused and disappointed. The 29-year-old featured in Bruce’s first game in charge of the club, playing 77 minutes in the 1-0 win over West Ham in the Asia Trophy. However, according […]

Newcastle have Sabaly bid accepted – what would he bring to St James’ Park?
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Newcastle have Sabaly bid accepted – what would he bring to St James’ Park?

Newcastle have had an offer accepted by Bordeaux for defender Youssouf Sabaly. According to French outlet Soccer Link, cited by Inside Futbol, the Magpies, along with fellow Premier League side Watford, have both had bids accepted for the Senegal international. The player, who has made over 100 appearances for Bordeaux during his three-year stint with the […]