Newcastle signing this 24-year-old African star would strengthen a key area on the pitch

Seko Fofana of Udinese Calcio in action during the Serie A match between Udinese and SSC Napoli at Stadio Friuli. (Getty Images)

Why Seko Fofana would be a smart acquisition for Newcastle United Back in June, the Calciomercato (h/t the Shields Gazette) had claimed that Newcastle United were interested in signing Udinese’s Seko Fofana. However, a deal didn’t go through and he continued to ply his trade in the Serie A. Seko Fofana, 24, failed to make … Read more

[Image] Predicted 4-1-4-1 Newcastle XI to face Aston Villa – can the Magpies make it 3 in a row?

Newcastle United players celebrate a goal. (Getty Images)

Aston Villa vs Newcastle United prediction: Newcastle United line-up Newcastle United climbed up to 13th place, four points above Aston Villa before the international break. They won 3-2 at West Ham and followed it with a 2-1 victory at home over Bournemouth. After a slow start to the season, the Magpies have regrouped and have … Read more

Everton beating Newcastle to sign this £10m African wall would be a game-changer

Why Everton should beat Newcastle to sign Mohammed Salisu According to claims from Spanish outlet Pucela Fichajes, as relayed by the Chronicle Live, Everton are keeping close tabs on Ghanaian defender Mohammed Salisu, who currently plies his trade with Real Valladolid in the La Liga.  Everton are not the only club tracking the 20-year-old centre-back, … Read more

5 goals, 10 assists – Newcastle signing 28-year-old star would be a smart move by Bruce

Strasbourg's Kenny Lala had an excellent 2018/19 season in Ligue 1. (Getty Images)

Why Newcastle should make a move for Kenny Lala in January According to a report from Shield Gazette, Newcastle United are looking to offload four players in the January transfer window as Steve Bruce looks to cut some deadwood. Bruce will listen to offers for Javier Manquillo, Ki Sung-yueng, Yoshinori Muto and Dwight Gayle. The … Read more

Forget it Bruce: Newcastle splashing £10m to sign World Cup finalist would be a total waste

Domagoj Vida was instrumental in guiding Croatia to the 2018 World Cup final. (Getty Images)

Why Newcastle United should avoid signing Domagoj Vida in January According to Takvim (h/t The Chronicle), Newcastle United are considering a £10m move for Besiktas centre-back Domagoj Vida. Domagoj Vida, 30, joined Besiktas in January 2018 after spending five years with Dynamo Kyiv. The defender performed heroics alongside Dejan Lovren in Croatia’s superb 2018 World … Read more

Newcastle signing this powerful 32-year-old striker would solve their lack of goals

Ryan Babel of Galatasaray reacts during the UEFA Champions League group A match between Real Madrid and Galatasaray at Bernabeu. (Getty Images)

Why Ryan Babel would be a smart signing for Newcastle United Back in April, the Football Insider (h/t The Daily Star) had claimed that Newcastle United were interested in signing then Fulham forward Ryan Babel. Ryan Babel, 32, returned to the Premier League in January, signing a six-month contract with Fulham. But following the Cottagers’ relegation, … Read more

Do it Bruce – It’s high time for Newcastle to wave goodbye to their out-of-favour star

Dwight Gayle

Why Newcastle should cash in on Dwight Gayle amidst Chinese links According to claims from The Sunday People, as relayed by Birmingham Live, Newcastle United striker Dwight Gayle is the subject of interest from several Chinese clubs. The 29-year-old, who scored 24 goals in 42 appearances on his loan spell at West Brom in the … Read more

Why Newcastle’s new deal for their rising academy star would be a statement of intent

Why Newcastle United should prioritise a new deal for Matty Longstaff According to The Telegraph, Newcastle United starlet, Matty Longstaff, is set to put pen to paper on a new long-term deal in the coming weeks, with the 19-year-old’s present deal at St. James’ Park set to expire next summer.  Steve Bruce, though, has made … Read more

This Arsenal star is capable of transforming this key area for Newcastle United – Agreed?

Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka passes the ball. (Getty Images)

Why Granit Xhaka to Newcastle United could be a masterstroke According to claims from The Times, as relayed by The Guardian, Newcastle United have been linked with a January swoop for Arsenal star Granit Xhaka, who looks set for an exit from the Emirates during the mid-season trading period.  Xhaka, who has come under widespread … Read more

Newcastle United’s goalscoring prowess would improve by signing this prolific 28-year-old

Cedric Bakambu did really well at Villarreal. (Getty Images)

Why Cedric Bakambu would be a good signing for Newcastle Back in July 2017, the Sunday People (h/t The Chronicle) had claimed that Newcastle United were interested in signing Cedric Bakambu, who was then plying his trade for Villarreal. However, a deal didn’t materialize and the striker left Villarreal to join Chinese Super League side … Read more