Simon Bird

Dec 29, 2024 | express.co.uk | Simon Bird

05:00, Sun, Dec 29, 2024 Link copied Bookmark Eddie Howe is confident "there is more to come" from Newcastle's Alexander Isak ahead of the Magpies' trip to Old Trafford to face a low on confidence Manchester United side. Isak's impressive run of 11 goals in 12 games has seen him emerge as a contender for the world's best striker, especially with competitors like Erling Haaland hitting a rough patch.

Dec 20, 2024 | express.co.uk | Simon Bird

12:37, Fri, Dec 20, 2024 | UPDATED: 12:42, Fri, Dec 20, 2024 Link copied Bookmark Eddie Howe has issued a stark warning that he will not offload any of his Newcastle players in the January transfer window unless it aligns with the club's long-term vision. The Magpies are set to fend off interest from heavyweight clubs like Manchester City, who have their eyes on stars such as Bruno Guimaraes and Alexander Isak.

Dec 19, 2024 | express.co.uk | Simon Bird

17:01, Thu, Dec 19, 2024 Link copied Bookmark Dan Burn has declared that Newcastle United are still fuelled by "a big ambition" despite the constraints of financial regulations. The Magpies have secured their second Carabao Cup semi-final spot in three years, and the stalwart defender believes they are now better equipped to overcome the "over-emotion" that has marred previous attempts at silverware.

Aug 2, 2024 | mirror.co.uk | Simon Bird |Matthew Cooper

Anthony Gordon will be offered talks over a new contract to ward off interest from Liverpool. The England winger was unsettled by being touted to Liverpool for £100m as the Geordies scrambled to raise cash before the end of June to avoid a PSR break and points deduction. Gordon was signed for £40m from Everton, but has since elevated his status at St James’ Park with 11 goals and ten assists in the Premier League last season.

Jan 25, 2024 | manchestereveningnews.co.uk | Lee Swettenham |Simon Bird

Sunderland have reiterated their interest in Manchester United winger Amad, who scored 14 goals in 40 games on loan for them last season. Amad has only played once for United this season as he recovered from an injury picked up in pre-season, and could have been on the move again ahead of the January transfer window deadline. But United have made the decision to keep him for the rest of the season. Sunderland's sporting director Kristjaan Speakman said: "The situation is clear.