Ben Dawson, a pivotal figure in Newcastle United’s youth development, is set to leave the U21 setup to become a first-team coach at Leicester City under new manager Steve Cooper. This significant move comes after a decade of dedicated service at Tyneside, leaving Newcastle in urgent need of a replacement as they prepare for the 2024/25 Premier League 2 season.
Newcastle United are reportedly targeting AC Milan centre-back Malick Thiaw as they look to bolster their defense. With long-term injuries to key players like Sven Botman and Jamaal Lascelles, the Magpies are in dire need of a reliable defender. Thiaw’s impressive performance in Serie A and his growing reputation have put him on Newcastle’s radar.
Manchester United’s new sporting director, Dan Ashworth, has quickly begun his tenure at Old Trafford following his arrival at the beginning of the month. This move marks a significant step in the club’s efforts to strengthen both its playing squad and its management team.
Lewis Hall is resolute in demonstrating why Newcastle United invested in him after experiencing challenging times during his debut season. Hall’s loan move from Chelsea became permanent on July 1 after Newcastle met the performance-related criteria, triggering a £28 million deal – a club-record fee for a teenager.
While Newcastle United has yet to secure any major signings, the summer transfer window has been anything but quiet. The Magpies have already added three new players to their roster while selling Elliot Anderson and Yankuba Minteh to avoid a potential points deduction.
Newcastle United has kicked off their pre-season training at Adidas’ global headquarters in Herzogenaurach, Germany. The squad includes all fit non-international players and several promising youngsters, aiming to hone their skills ahead of the upcoming season.
Anthony Gordon, the talented winger for Newcastle United, is on the brink of making history with England in Berlin. His journey over the past year has been a rollercoaster of highs and lows, marked by significant challenges and triumphs.
In a move that promises to elevate Newcastle United’s performance standards, James Bunce is set to join the club as the new Performance Director. This strategic appointment comes as no surprise, considering Bunce’s successful collaboration with Paul Mitchell at AS Monaco.
Newcastle United is poised to be one of 16 Premier League clubs entering their under-21 sides into a newly established National League competition. This development follows the official announcement of the competition’s revamp plans.
Newcastle United is optimistic about securing a new contract for their star forward Alexander Isak, despite interest from Chelsea. According to a report from Football Insider, the Magpies are keen to retain the Swedish international and are confident in finalizing a new deal amidst transfer speculation.