Newcastle step up recruitment drive amid PIF-approved defender talks
Fan poll tips Newcastle to finish around 6th in 2026/27, with 5th and 6th most picked. 72% predict 4th-8th. No backing for top two or relegation places.
Report links Newcastle interest in Leandro Trossard to a potential Arsenal move for Sandro Tonali via swap talks, though a deal would be complicated.
PIF approve a major bid as Newcastle hold talks to sign Serie A defender Marco Palestra, lining up a second summer addition.
Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic faces a ‘do-or-die’ renewal meeting. His father has heard Newcastle and Chelsea offers. Juve cap wages at €6m, gap remains. Lack of Europe weakens Newcastle’s bid, injury record a concern.
Dani Olmo welcomes Anthony Gordon after his big-money move from Newcastle to Barcelona, calling him a signing that will raise Barça’s level.
England beat New Zealand in Tampa as Dan Burn and Tino Livramento feature after half-time. Fellow former Newcastle links Gordon, Toney and Anderson also play. Kane scores the winner in a low-key friendly.
Newcastle and Bournemouth approach Torino scouting chief Enrico Paresce, credited with identifying Theo Hernandez and Mile Svilar, over a Premier League move.
Newcastle join Sunderland, Brentford and others in pursuing 21-year-old Orgryte defender Michael Parker after his rise in Sweden, leaving West Brom facing regret.
Brighton announce 18-year-old winger Zadok Yohanna from AIK for up to £26m, beating Chelsea and Newcastle, with Hurzeler praising his pace and creativity.
