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In a stunning vote of confidence that speaks volumes about the club’s long-term vision, have reportedly agreed to a secret contract extension with midfielder Sandro Tonali, tying him to St. James' Park until 2029, with an option extending to 2030.
Newcastle United need quality midfield reinforcement at St James’ Park, and there have been numerous reports that the Magpies will address it in the coming transfer windows. According to The i Paper,
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Newcastle United star facing likely UEFA punishment as Bayer Leverkusen star's fate to be decided
Newcastle United have one player at risk of suspension in the Champions League as one of their upcoming opponents awaits a key UEFA verdict.
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Yoane Wissa gives fitness signal as Newcastle United get green light to unveil £124m strike force
Having the option of playing Yoane Wissa and Nick Woltemade is something Howe will have imagined, but an early career setback from the £55m man has held him back. The option of unleashing a £124m strikeforce is now lying in wait, with Wissa closing in on a return.
Newcastle United welcomes an old foe back to St James’ Park on Tuesday night, as Jose Mourinho brings his Benfica team to Tyneside for a huge Champions League occasion.
Nick Pope's brilliant distribution led to Harvey Barnes' goal, securing Newcastle United's 3-0 UEFA Champions League win over Benfica at St. James' Park on1
Defensively, their average expected goals against (xGA) home and away are almost identical; on the road it is marginally better at 0.85, compared to 0.9 at St James’ Park. However, while Newcastle average 1.8 xG for at home this season, that drops by a third to 1.2 per match away.
The significant funds were generated over the past 12 months through a variety of supporter initiatives, including a £5 donation from every official adidas season 25/26 home, away, and third shirt