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Sam Brown

Sam Brown

Sports Journalist · 51 articles

Content executive at Fresh Press Media Ltd

Real Sociedad interested in Perez
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Real Sociedad interested in Perez

Real Sociedad are interested in signing Ayoze Perez, according to a Gol Digital report (translated by Sport Witness). The La Liga outfit had taken Everton’s Sandro Ramirez on a season-long loan back in the summer, but after a forgettable five appearances, it is understood that the club are now looking to send the 23-year-old back […]

Benitez eagerly awaiting return of Lejeune
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Benitez eagerly awaiting return of Lejeune

Rafael Benitez is awaiting the return of Florian Lejeune to the starting lineup. Newcastle’s season has kicked into gear in the last few weeks, with Benitez’s side recording their first two wins, against Watford and Bournemouth respectively. The Spaniard won’t be happy until one man is back healthy, however. Lejeune joined the Magpies from Eibar […]

Woodman ready to force way out of St James’ Park in January
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Woodman ready to force way out of St James’ Park in January

Freddie Woodman is not happy at Newcastle. The goalkeeper has not found a way into the first team, with Martin Dubravka keeping a strong grip on the gloves in Rafael Benitez’s side. As a result, the 21-year-old is preparing to try and force a move away from Tyneside in the January transfer window, according to […]

Newcastle pair set to leave in January
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Newcastle pair set to leave in January

Newcastle are preparing to allow two players to leave in January, according to reports. Full-back Achraf Lazaar is set to leave on a permanent deal, after failing to establish himself in the first-team since arriving from Palermo in 2016. The Moroccan joined the Magpies on a five-year deal, but was sent out on loan to […]

Arsenal preparing swoop for Newcastle target
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Arsenal preparing swoop for Newcastle target

Arsenal are preparing a bid for Nicolas Tagliafico. A report from the Shields Gazette claims the Gunners are set to make a run at the man Newcastle wanted in the summer, with Rafael Benitez allegedly unable to meet Ajax’s £8 million asking price. The defender only joined the Dutch giants in January, but instantly impressed […]

Freddie Woodman coveted by Premier League pair
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Freddie Woodman coveted by Premier League pair

Arsenal and Fulham are reportedly keeping an eye on Newcastle goalkeeper Freddie Woodman, according to Lee Ryder of The Chronicle. The shot-stopper made a name for himself as the number one for England’s World Cup winning U20 squad in 2017, saving a penalty in the final. Snapped up by Newcastle as a youngster, the Croydon-native […]

Five Championship players Newcastle could sign
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Five Championship players Newcastle could sign

If one thing has become apparent in the Mike Ashley era at Newcastle United, it’s that money is not exactly readily available. Instead of big money signings arriving from abroad, Magpies fans have instead had to look to the second tier of English football to try and predict where their next talent is coming from. […]

Blackburn keeping close eye on Newcastle youth prospect Wilson
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Blackburn keeping close eye on Newcastle youth prospect Wilson

Newcastle winger Adam Wilson is being watched closely by Blackburn Rovers, according to the Chronicle.  The speedy forward was a part of the U23 side that defeated Sunderland 5-0 earlier this season, and has caught the eye of Blackburn boss Tony Mowbray. Making seven reserve team appearances so far this season, Wilson has scored one […]

Newcastle hire former Leeds boss Redfearn
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Newcastle hire former Leeds boss Redfearn

Newcastle have appointed Neil Redfearn to work with the reserves, report the Chronicle.  The former Leeds boss has most recently worked in women’s football, taking charge of Doncaster Rovers Belles and Liverpool Women. Having various spells with Leeds as a caretaker and ultimately full-time coach, Redfearn was canned by Massimo Cellino in the early days […]

Newcastle Predicted XI: Leicester City (H)
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Newcastle Predicted XI: Leicester City (H)

It’s been a stuttering start for Newcastle in the Premier League, and the Magpies sit 18th after their first six games. Yet to record a win, Rafael Benitez will be eager to see his side take the game to Leicester early. Favouring a five at the back formation against bigger teams, Benitez switched to a […]

Newcastle target Jullien did not feel ‘ready’ for Premier League
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Newcastle target Jullien did not feel ‘ready’ for Premier League

Toulouse defender Christoper Jullien was heavily coveted by Newcastle during the summer transfer window, but did not feel ‘ready’ for a move to the Premier League. The centre back was also fancied by Premier League rivals Southampton, but a report in TalkSPORT has revealed that the 25-year-old felt he wasn’t in the right place to […]