Charlie Bennett

Newcastle United has announced plans for a £190 million state-of-the-art training complex at Woolsington Hall, subject to a detailed planning application expected in 2027. Newcastle City Council welcomed the prospect of bringing the club’s training ground back within the city boundary and recognized its potential economic benefits, but stressed that residents must be consulted and that an independent planning committee will rigorously assess the proposals.

Premier League chief executive Richard Masters defended financial regulation after criticism from clubs and supporters, including Newcastle United and Aston Villa. He argued that removing spending restrictions would make the league look very different and potentially reduce competitive balance. Masters said the new Squad Cost Ratio, set at 85% of revenue compared with UEFA’s 70% limit, is intended to give clubs more flexibility while aligning broadly with UEFA rules. He also highlighted Aston Villa’s recent success and described Newcastle as entering a period of change under a new manager.

Newcastle United are expected to confirm Amar Dedic as their sixth summer signing after the Bosnian international completed a medical ahead of a reported £30 million move from Benfica. Club sources insist the recruitment drive will continue through the final 17 days of the transfer window, with an experienced midfielder and a creative, goalscoring No.10 seen as priorities for Matthias Jaissle’s 4-2-3-1 system. Recent defeats and the replacement of established international players with less experienced recruits have left supporters concerned, particularly with Liverpool’s season opener approaching, but the club remains committed to strengthening the squad before the September 3 deadline.

Dan Burn has been confirmed as Newcastle United captain for the 2026–27 season. The 34-year-old England international called the appointment an immense privilege, while new head coach Matthias Jaissle described him as a natural leader who embodies the club’s connection with Newcastle and can help guide younger players during a period of change.

Alexander Isak says he is feeling fitter and that Liverpool are working hard to be ready for their Premier League opener at Newcastle United on August 23. The match will mark Isak’s return to St James’ Park after his controversial transfer from Newcastle to Liverpool, with supporters expected to give him a hostile reception. Isak scored in Liverpool’s pre-season defeat by Monaco and praised new manager Andoni Iraola and the team’s spirit.

Newcastle United manager Matthias Jaissle’s comments about Nick Pope, combined with the goalkeeper’s omission from the squad for the friendly against Valencia, suggest Pope may leave the club this summer. Pope has been Newcastle’s first-choice goalkeeper since 2022 and helped secure Champions League qualifications and the Carabao Cup, but recent high-profile mistakes have led the club to sign Lukas Hornicek and Ewen Jaouen as new goalkeeping options.

Kieran Trippier rejected the suggestion that he wanted to leave Newcastle United, joking on social media that he did not and could not secure a “super agent” to arrange a transfer. The remark was interpreted as a swipe at Bruno Guimaraes, who has joined Arsenal after appointing Kia Joorabchian to help facilitate his exit. Trippier has moved to Wolverhampton Wanderers at age 35 to pursue regular first-team football, while Guimaraes thanked Newcastle’s supporters, staff and leadership after four and a half years at the club.

Newcastle United came from behind to beat Valencia after Filip Ugrinic's early goal and Jose Gaya's red card. Anthony Elanga had a goal controversially disallowed before being injured, while manager Matthias Jaissle's half-time changes transformed the match. Substitute Yoane Wissa scored twice, with Bazoumana Toure helping create the late winner; Wissa received the highest rating at 8/10.

Newcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle said he was unaware of the club’s tradition of taking dressing-room photos after victories. Following a 2-1 pre-season win over Valencia, he said the friendly nature of the match meant the team would not celebrate excessively. Jaissle stressed the need for a balanced assessment of wins and losses and acknowledged that Newcastle still has areas to improve before facing tougher tests.

Newcastle United manager Matthias Jaissle will take charge of the team for the first time against Valencia. Seven players are absent, including Lewis Miley, Lewis Hall, Tino Livramento and Fabian Schar because of fitness concerns, while Nick Pope, Ewen Jaouen and Alex Murphy are not included in the squad for unclear reasons. New signing Lukas Hornicek starts in goal, with Malick Thiaw captaining a lineup that also includes Nick Woltemade, Aladji Bamba, Anthony Elanga and Harvey Barnes.

Bruno Guimaraes has completed a £75 million transfer from Newcastle United to Arsenal after a prolonged saga. The former Newcastle captain said leaving was one of the toughest decisions of his life, but explained that he wanted a new experience and challenge for himself and his family. He thanked Newcastle’s supporters, teammates, staff and leadership, and said he was confident the club was in good hands under Matthias Jaissle. Guimaraes leaves after helping Newcastle win the Carabao Cup and qualify for the Champions League twice.

Newcastle United signing Lukas Hornicek says he is fully determined to become the club’s first-choice goalkeeper and challenge established No.1 Nick Pope. The Czech international joined from Sporting Braga for £25.6 million after Newcastle activated his release clause, and he will compete with Pope, Ewen Jaouen and other goalkeepers. Hornicek identified his reading of the game, coming off his line and dealing with balls played behind the defence as strengths, while praising Newcastle’s supporters and expressing excitement about playing at St James’ Park despite concerns about the city’s colder weather.

Borussia Dortmund sporting director Nils-Ole Book says Felix Nmecha is highly unlikely to leave the club this summer, although an astronomical offer could change the situation. Newcastle United had shortlisted Nmecha as a possible replacement for Bruno Guimaraes, but his projected club-record price has cooled their interest. Newcastle are still looking to add a midfielder, versatile full-back and winger while managing future financial pressures.

Newcastle United manager Matthias Jaissle says the club remains active in the transfer market and expects new arrivals before the season begins. While the club is targeting a replacement for Bruno Guimaraes, a versatile full-back and a winger, Jaissle also wants current players to prove themselves during the pre-season camp in La Manga. He said recruitment decisions will be made collectively by the club’s transfer committee, including sporting director Ross Wilson, rather than by one individual.

Newcastle United have confirmed Matthias Jaissle’s six-man backroom staff following his appointment as Eddie Howe’s successor. Jaissle has brought assistant coaches Alexander Hauser, Engin Yanova and Florens Koch, goalkeeper coach Alexander Bade, and coach analysts Maximilian Fischer and Steffen Konrad from Al-Ahli. The new manager says his football will be intense, aggressive and vertical, built around trust, respect and pure commitment, while also aiming to build on the progress made under Howe.

Newcastle United and Arsenal have agreed a £75 million deal for Bruno Guimaraes, with no add-ons and the fee payable upfront. The 28-year-old midfielder has been granted permission to leave Newcastle's pre-season camp and is expected in north London to finalize the transfer. Guimaraes joined Newcastle from Lyon in January 2022, helped the club win the Carabao Cup and played in two Champions League campaigns. Lyon is due about £7 million under a 20% sell-on clause, while Guimaraes becomes the latest prominent Newcastle departure.