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Lee Wilson

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Moussa Sissoko: Removing the lies and revealing the truth
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Moussa Sissoko: Removing the lies and revealing the truth

Moussa Sissoko; mention his name to any Newcastle United fan and you will more than likely trigger a lengthy debate, where a whole range of emotions come to the fore. Following relegation to the EFL Championship, Sissoko was one of many predicted to depart and find pastures new, however, his move has not materialised yet, […]

Carr, transfer policy and dispelling myths
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Carr, transfer policy and dispelling myths

Newcastle United’s transfer policy is, without a doubt, one of most debated subjects amongst pundits and fans. With the January transfer window drawing ever closer, further speculation and rumors circle amongst journalists, hyped by a larger demographic of fans interacting via social media. By and large, chief scout Graham Carr bears the brunt of the […]

Shearer, Carver and the Need for Patience
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Shearer, Carver and the Need for Patience

No fan wishes to see their club bottom of the league. Newcastle United fans currently have to deal with this scenario. Having capitulated at Eastland’s, an inferior goal difference saw Newcastle leap frogged by neighbours Sunderland. Being rock bottom in the table brings increased pressures, demands and every decision openly commented about. Come times of […]

Players attitudes and the need for change
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Players attitudes and the need for change

Another week at Newcastle United brings around talking points and discussions, I felt compelled to discuss Monday night’s dismal defeat to West Ham: Prior to kick off McClaren’s preparation was disrupted by traffic, created via a large scale road traffic accident, causing the players to dismount the team coach and set off to Upton Park […]

Newcastle and the search for impartial punditry
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Newcastle and the search for impartial punditry

The term pundit is defined as: “A person who offers to mass media their opinion or commentary on a particular subject area, on which they are knowledgeable (or can at least appear to be knowledgeable), or considered a scholar in said area. The term has been increasingly applied to popular media personalities,” as per Wikipedia. […]

How do Newcastle’s summer transfers compare?
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How do Newcastle’s summer transfers compare?

During the course of the offseason, largely due to an increase in monetary revenue, Premier League clubs have invested heavily in new talent. Attempting to break into the top four, push for the top eight or retain Premier league status – no club has stood still in the market. Newcastle United have amassed a net […]

How have Newcastle performed in the transfer market
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How have Newcastle performed in the transfer market

As the annual summer transfer window draws to a close, Newcastle United by all accounts, appear to have finished their transfer business. Manager, Steve McClaren whilst being interviewed has openly expressed his delight at Newcastle’s activity and the acquisitions Lee Charnley has brought into the club. Having invested £50 million Mike Ashley has delivered on […]

Tactical analysis: Newcastle vs Southampton
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Tactical analysis: Newcastle vs Southampton

Football is back! Sunday brought the visit of Southampton to St James’ Park, the beginning of Steve McClaren’s reign as manager. There appeared to be a buzz surrounding the game. Fans flocked to St James’ Park with a new sense of optimism. Long gone are the narrow-minded, ‘avoid defeat’ mentalities of the previous regime replaced […]

Mitrovic offers more than Austin
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Mitrovic offers more than Austin

Newcastle United are closing in on their second signing of the summer – Aleksandar Mitrovic from Anderlecht.

Lee Wilson believes Newcastle were right to pursue Aleksandar Mitrovic ahead of Charlie Austin. Here’s why:

Time to leave the pessimism behind
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Time to leave the pessimism behind

It is time to leave the pessimism behind following the appointment of McClaren and unveiling of Wijnaldum.

Lee Wilson gives us his take of Newcastle’s dealings so far this summer and why he is no longer disheartened by the club.

Don’t re-sign Cabaye, Yohan Cabaye
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Don’t re-sign Cabaye, Yohan Cabaye

French midfielder Yohan Cabaye looks set to return to the Premier League this summer, with Crystal Palace leading the chase.

But, would re-signing Cabaye be a good move? Lee Wilson provides us with his verdict.

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