Newcastle face Bruno Guimaraes uncertainty
Howe said Bruno Guimaraes’ future is unclear despite Newcastle wanting him to stay, and admitted losing Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon has been ‘painful’ in a challenging summer.
A retrospective on Dalglish replacing Keegan, early hope fading after Shearer’s injury, Ferdinand’s sale and a dismal 1997-98 season before Gullit and then Robson followed.
Howe said Botman’s facial knock is not serious, Osula has a tight groin, Livramento should be back for the season start, while Miley and Joelinton are progressing well.
Newcastle are reported to have opened talks for Danilo, with the club given a boost in the race to sign the Botafogo midfielder.
Eddie Howe said he does not know if Bruno Guimaraes will stay amid Arsenal interest, but stressed Newcastle ‘absolutely love him’ and expect the captain back in training on 31 July.
Newcastle may have fresh hope of signing Lucas Bergvall after Roberto De Zerbi said unhappy Tottenham players ‘has to leave’, with the midfielder reportedly preferring to go this summer.
Newcastle are pushing to sign an 'exceptional' £17m talent, with the move framed as a potential repeat of the club’s Tonali deal.
Newcastle fans laid flowers, shirts and banners at St James’ Park for Kevin Keegan after his death aged 75, with tributes and 7th-minute applause planned in upcoming matches.
Newcastle have held talks over Galatasaray midfielder Gabriel Sara, valued at €30m, but face Aston Villa competition and their lack of European football could hinder a deal.
Fikayo Tomori looks set to leave AC Milan this summer, putting Newcastle on alert as they weigh a move for the defender.
Newcastle drew 1-1 at Gateshead in an uninspiring friendly, with Lewis Hall impressing most and Hall’s cross forced into an own goal after Luke Supyk had put the hosts ahead.
