Newcastle eye Trafford and Buongiorno moves
Newcastle U15s win the Premier League International Tournament at Cobham, beating Crystal Palace, Man Utd, Chelsea on pens and Man City in the final. Steve Harper hails a ‘magnificent’ achievement.
FA confirm Aaron Ramsdale has returned to Newcastle as planned. England injuries see Rice, Saka and Madueke depart. Five Newcastle players remain in the Japan prep: Burn, Gordon, Livramento, Hall and Barnes.
Newcastle are targeting a Serie A defender, with a move for Alessandro Buongiorno eyed as a swift response to Eddie Howe’s request for summer reinforcements.
Newcastle retain interest in Man City goalkeeper James Trafford if he seeks first-team football. City could offer players in a Tonali deal. Other links include Adam Wharton and Evan Ndicka moves.
Supporter recounts Newcastle’s 2025 victory parade, with 300,000 fans celebrating the Carabao Cup. Personal reflections on the day, Eddie Howe’s banner, and the buses leaving St James’ Park for Town Moor.
Italian reports say Inter may sell Marcus Thuram amid claims he has ‘lost all motivation’. Release clause deemed irrelevant; fee touted at €65m. Newcastle are particularly interested in a summer move.
Analysis sets targets for 2030: big commercial growth, £200m+ training centre, stadium project, and a sell-to-buy strategy. Backing Howe but urging smarter trading and spine signings, including a new No 1.
Opinion piece urges Newcastle to sell Tonali and Gordon, consider cashing in on Livramento, and move on others to raise £200m+, ease PSR and fund hungrier signings. Criticism aimed at Elanga and Wissa.
Letter defends Eddie Howe, praising Champions League last-16 run and standards set despite setbacks. Calls for unity, respect and patience, highlighting Howe’s results-driven approach and man-management.
Trippier, 35, will seek assurances over his role or leave Newcastle this summer. With Livramento fit, he is no longer the first choice. Talks hinge on guaranteed minutes amid interest from England and Europe.
