Newcastle weigh Woltemade interest as U21s win 3-0
Dermot Gallagher says Willock did not block Donnarumma’s view for Hall’s goal, calls Silva’s hit on Burn ‘reckless’ but not a second yellow, and deems Burn’s disallowed goal offside despite Dias fouling first.
Newcastle consider a new 68,000-capacity Leazes Park stadium, fully funding £1bn build, with government-backed city regeneration funds. Decision hoped by end of 2026, build c.3 years. New £200m training base bought.
Newcastle may sell Nick Woltemade if a suitable bid arrives. The £69m striker started fast with 7 league goals but is goalless in 7 in 2026 and has lost starts. Bayern Munich are again keen on a move.
Sweden right-back Emil Krafth is sidelined and may miss the season, opening a national team chance per Hampus Skoglund, who said he ‘didn’t know it was that bad’. Krafth is out of contract at Newcastle in summer.
Guardiola hails Haaland’s defensive graft and assist for O’Reilly in Man City’s win over Newcastle, calling him ‘incredibly generous’ and ‘outstanding’ despite not scoring.
Newcastle lead Qarabag 6-1 and can seal the last 16, eyeing biggest two-leg win since 2005 and a club record aggregate. Qarabag could set unwanted record for most goals conceded in a Champions League season.
Newcastle U21s beat Fulham U21s 3-0 in PL2. Sean Neave netted a penalty, keeper Aidan Harris scored from distance, and Michael Mills added a third. Harris also made key saves to preserve the clean sheet.
Villa’s attack stutters as Jacob Ramsey thrives at Newcastle with a goal and assist in recent league games, suggesting Emery could use him now after selling him for up to £43m.
Newcastle hold concrete interest in Wolves left-back Hugo Bueno for summer 2026-27, to add competition for Lewis Hall. Wolves may resist due to homegrown status and contract to 2028.
Opinion piece lauds Newcastle’s rollercoaster season: trophy in last 12 months, 20 wins, 76 goals, big scalps and a 6-1 Qarabag lead, with faith in Eddie Howe despite league struggles and injuries.
