Matthew Connelly

Matthew Connelly

Sports Journalist · 159 articles

Newcastle United look to beat Bournemouth and Brighton to €30m midfielder
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Newcastle United look to beat Bournemouth and Brighton to €30m midfielder

Newcastle United are reportedly one of the clubs interested in bringing Udinese midfielder Arthur Atta to the Premier League following an excellent season in Serie A. Brighton and Bournemouth are reportedly challenging the Magpies for Atta’s signature. Each of the interested Premier League parties are thought to have tabled initial €30m offers to Udinese. Newcastle […]

Barcelona’s verdict on Gordon transfer fee won’t surprise Newcastle United fans
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Barcelona’s verdict on Gordon transfer fee won’t surprise Newcastle United fans

The football world was left reeling in bewilderment at the €80m transfer fee paid by Barcelona for Anthony Gordon. But the only thing Barcelona and Newcastle United fans were shocked about was Gordon’s fluency in Spanish. The reasoning behind the disbelief at the fee is, in many ways, understandable. But the Blaugrana have been very […]

Newcastle United may have found their Trippier replacement even before he’s gone
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Newcastle United may have found their Trippier replacement even before he’s gone

Newcastle United are reportedly one of the many clubs interested in Celta Vigo right-back Oscar Mingueza this summer. The 27-year-old is being courted by a plethora of clubs across Europe after a solid season in La Liga. Newcastle United are already losing Kieran Trippier with his contract running out, and there is speculation around the […]

Newcastle United must move for Man Utd star as Gordon replacement
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Newcastle United must move for Man Utd star as Gordon replacement

Much has been made of Anthony Gordon’s departure from Newcastle United, especially when discussing possible replacements. The Magpies accumulated around €70m, possibly €80m with add-ons, meaning they will likely have a decent chunk of money to splash on a replacement. But, whilst a lot has been made of some big-money signings, the likes of Abde […]

World Cup could be turning point for £55m Newcastle United star
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World Cup could be turning point for £55m Newcastle United star

Yoane Wissa’s Newcastle United career to this point has been more reminiscent of a car crash than that of a £55m signing. The forward managed just three goals and two assists from 28 appearances in his first season on Tyneside, whilst only starting four out of his 19 Premier League appearances. As a result, there […]

Newcastle United want to beat Man City to exciting starlet
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Newcastle United want to beat Man City to exciting starlet

Newcastle United are reportedly interested in bringing 17-year-old Danish youngster Mikel Bro Hansen to the club this summer. The Magpies face stiff competition for the forward, with a mass of interest swirling, including elite clubs like Premier League rivals Manchester City. Bro Hansen has been a subject of extensive scouting from some of Europe’s biggest […]

Newcastle United must follow Liverpool’s blueprint after Slot sacked
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Newcastle United must follow Liverpool’s blueprint after Slot sacked

Today marked a rather interesting development in the Premier League managerial landscape, with Liverpool sacking Arne Slot just one year after winning the Premier League. Liverpool finished 5th in the Premier League this season. They managed to secure Champions League football for the 2026/27 campaign, albeit by the skin of their teeth. It was deemed […]

Newcastle United make major appointment with future in mind
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Newcastle United make major appointment with future in mind

Newcastle United are set to appoint Wesley Awad as Head of Youth Recruitment. The appointment is in line with the club’s shift toward placing a greater focus on academy recruitment. Awad has previously worked at England, Crystal Palace and Birmingham City in scouting and recruitment roles and is now being trusted with the Magpies job […]

Newcastle United want ex-Barcelona star to replace Anthony Gordon
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Newcastle United want ex-Barcelona star to replace Anthony Gordon

The imminent departure of Anthony Gordon to Barcelona for £69.3m has caused some surprise that Barcelona are able to pay the sum given their financial difficulties. But the replacement Newcastle reportedly have in mind is causing some speculation about whether it was an agreed part of the deal. Abde Ezzalzouli has been in the Magpies’ […]

Newcastle United must move for ‘incredible’ winger following relegation
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Newcastle United must move for ‘incredible’ winger following relegation

The summer ahead will be a busy one for all of those involved at Newcastle United, with a multitude of positions set to be updated through both signings and departures. One of those is the left wing spot, with Anthony Gordon all but confirmed to be leaving the club this summer. There have already been […]