Newcastle set Gordon price as Iraola talk swirls
PIF send Newcastle staff to scout 19-year-old forward Franculino Dju as they assess a £22m target to refresh a blunt attack.
Bournemouth hire Marco Rose from 2026, prompting talk Newcastle could target Andoni Iraola if they replace Eddie Howe, with questions over why Rose does not start immediately.
Reports claim Newcastle would sell Anthony Gordon to Bayern if £75m is met, while Manchester United interest in Sandro Tonali cools due to asking price.
Fan recalls West Ham 8-1 Newcastle in 1986 at Upton Park, when United used three goalkeepers and Billy Whitehurst scored the consolation.
Newcastle will review Eddie Howe’s position at season’s end despite poor form and defeats to Crystal Palace and Bournemouth. CEO David Hopkinson backs focus on this season as pressure and fan unrest grow.
Bruno Guimarães, back from a hamstring layoff, says he is in a ‘blessed moment’ after 9 goals in 24 league games, crediting more shots and xG study. He practised his direct corner goal v Burnley.
Newcastle and Chelsea pursue Grêmio’s 17-year-old Gabriel Mec, valued at €15m-€20m. With competition for other South American targets fierce, Mec is seen as a more attainable summer move.
