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Newcastle linked with move to sign Mattia Destro
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Newcastle linked with move to sign Mattia Destro

Newcastle United are being linked with a move to sign Bologna striker Mattia Destro in January. According to reports in Italy, both Newcastle and Sampdoria are interested in a deal to sign the Italian. The striker has fallen out of favour at Bologna and there are now suggestions that he could be on the move in the […]

Benitez confirms Lejeune edging closer to Newcastle return
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Benitez confirms Lejeune edging closer to Newcastle return

Florian Lejeune is edging ever closer to a return to action, according to Newcastle boss Rafa Benitez. As reported by Chronicle Live, Benitez explains that the French defender is getting closer to full fitness after a lengthy spell on the sidelines. Florian Lejeune is getting closer and took part in the warm up with the […]

Newcastle unlikely to pursue permanent Rondon deal
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Newcastle unlikely to pursue permanent Rondon deal

Newcastle United are unlikely to pursue a permanent deal to sign Salomon Rondon from West Brom. According to a report from Chronicle Live, as reported by Shields Gazette, the Magpies are set to look elsewhere when the summer window rolls around. Rondon has been unable to get his Newcastle career off the ground so far this season, […]

Jamaal Lascelles puts pen to paper on new long-term deal
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Jamaal Lascelles puts pen to paper on new long-term deal

Defender Jamaal Lascelles has signed a new deal at Newcastle United, ending any suggestions that he could be on the move in the near future. The Shields Gazette report that the player has signed a new six-year deal at St James Park, ending any speculation about his future. The new deal will see the player earn […]

Newcastle scout Bordeaux duo as they ponder January swoop
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Newcastle scout Bordeaux duo as they ponder January swoop

Newcastle have reportedly had scouts keeping a close eye on Bordeaux duo Francois Kamano and Samuel Kalu. According to a report from Italy, who cite claims from the Chronicle, the pair are on the Premier League side’s radar with attention beginning to turn to the January transfer window. The report claims that the Magpies had scouts present during […]

Newcastle scouts appeared to have eyes on Wesley Moraes
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Newcastle scouts appeared to have eyes on Wesley Moraes

Newcastle scouts travelled to Belgium to watch Club Brugge against Monaco this week and it appears that forward Wesley Moraes was in their sights. Local reports from Belgium, as cited on Sport Witness, hint that it was indeed the Brazilian forward who they were watching, with the Magpies desperate to strengthen in the final third during […]

Manchester United set to confirm deal to sign Paul Woolston
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Manchester United set to confirm deal to sign Paul Woolston

Ex-Newcastle United youngster Paul Woolston is expected to complete a surprise move to Manchester United today. According to reports from the Manchester Evening News, United are due to confirm the player’s arrival after spending time on trial at the club. The move for Woolston will come as a surprise having been released by Newcastle earlier in […]

Benitez wanted to sign Palace’s Townsend this summer
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Benitez wanted to sign Palace’s Townsend this summer

Andros Townsend was one of Newcastle’s top transfer target this summer, it has been revealed. Writing for Chronicle Live, Mark Douglas explains that the Palace winger, along with West Brom duo Craig Dawson and Salomon Rondon were the two other key targets he wanted to bring into the club. Townsend has long been linked with a […]

Benitez keeping tabs on Francesco Vicari
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Benitez keeping tabs on Francesco Vicari

Newcastle are reportedly keeping close tabs on SPAL defender Francesco Vicari, amid suggestions they could launch a move to sign the defender. Reports in Italy have claimed that the Premier League side have sent scouts to watch over him as they shortlist a number of potential transfer targets. Rafa Benitez is keen to strengthen in January but […]

Newcastle not interested in Rodgers move
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Newcastle not interested in Rodgers move

Newcastle are not interested in a deal to hire Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers, following claims that they could have to pay up to £9 million for his services. According to a report from Chronicle Live, the huge asking price that would be placed on Rodgers’ shoulders is being deemed too much for the Magpies. Rodgers had […]

Newcastle will need to spend £20m to sign Origi
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Newcastle will need to spend £20m to sign Origi

Newcastle United target Divock Origi will set the Magpies back £20 million if they want to sign him in the January window. According to a report from the Liverpool Echo, the Reds have set an asking price as they prepare for interest in the player during the January window. Everton are among the others teams […]