Newcastle resist Tonali talk as Hall draws Barcelona interest
Newcastle and Everton linked with Arsenal’s Ben White as a possible Trippier successor. Versatile at RB and CB, but fee and injuries are factors.
Man United plan approach for Sandro Tonali, with Newcastle holding firm on contract. PIF say club not for sale. CEO Hopkinson launches ‘Newcastle United Code’. Talks for 16-year-old Johan Martinez. Miley nearing return, new deal eyed.
Report claims Newcastle are in talks over a £39m signing seen as a Lewis Hall-type addition after a poor week. Few details provided.
Middlesbrough pundit advises against making Newcastle loanee Matt Targett permanent if they go up, arguing they need higher Premier League calibre despite his solid season.
O Jogo report no concrete Newcastle move for José Mourinho, who is committed to Benfica and planning 2026/27 with Rui Costa and Mário Branco. Any switch from Eddie Howe would need a major shift.
Opinion argues recent Barcelona and Sunderland losses are not Newcastle’s worst week, citing worse eras and noting wins over Man United and Chelsea plus strong displays vs Barcelona.
Barcelona add Lewis Hall to a left-back shortlist after his strong displays vs Lamine Yamal. Any move seen as ambitious due to likely cost.
Newcastle are in advanced talks with Independiente del Valle to sign 16-year-old winger Johan Martinez, beating European rivals. Club also face interest in Bruno Guimaraes from Manchester United.
Sunderland-piece brands Newcastle fans and Anthony Gordon ‘entitled’ after derby loss, contrasting supporter cultures and local context in the North East rivalry.
Bruno Guimaraes, contracted to 2028, is not pushing to be Newcastle’s top earner in potential new talks, despite signings like Nick Woltemade rising above him in wages. European qualification may shape decisions.
Tonali returns from injury to star for Italy in a 2-0 win over Northern Ireland, volleying the opener and assisting Moise Kean. Named man of the match as Italy reach their World Cup play-off final.
