Former agent Jon Smith has told the FA that they should “move heaven and earth” to appoint a Liverpool legend to take over from Gareth Southgate

Newcastle have reportedly ‘agreed personal terms’ with Chelsea star Noni Madueke as Eddie Howe views the 22-year-old as a ‘significant improvement’ on their current right-wing options

Newcastle United are getting closer to signing Chelsea winger Noni Madueke, while Miguel Almiron is reportedly in ‘advanced talks’ over a move away from St James’ Park

Claiming fourth place and Champions League football was always on the cards for Newcastle after their takeover in 2021, but it perhaps came around faster than even they were ready for

According to The Times, Newcastle are very much interested in signing Malick Thiaw from AC Milan, and they’re prepared to pay a fee of around £35 million to secure the services of the 22-year-old defender

That Aston Villa are ambitious is in no doubt, with the playing squad and club transformed by the influx of new millions over the past few years; they are currently above both Liverpool and Manchester City in the five-year net spend table

Former West Ham United, Portsmouth and Tottenham Hotspur boss Harry Redknapp has urged Eddie Howe to manage the England national team next and explained how the Newcastle United coach is already setting up the potential move

The Italian will be free and clear to resume football as his 10-month FIFA ban expires.While the Italy international cannot yet play public games, he will be able to play behind closed door games

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