A Saudi Arabia-led takeover of Newcastle United has been completed with the Public Investment Fund (PIF) buying the Premier League club in a deal worth just over £300 million. Newcastle have not been English champions since 1927 and have not won any domestic silverware since 1955, and fans believe this takeover will move them out of mediocrity. In seven games this Premier League season, ...Full Story »

Newcastle United could be under new ownership in a matter of days. Newcastle United could be under new ownership soon. (Image: GETTY) A consortium led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund could complete their takeover of Newcastle United within the very near future, according to The Telegraph. Mike Ashley's 14-year reign as Newcastle owner could end this week after a recent breakthrough in...Full Story »

Inter and Milan battle over AlvarezFierce city rivals Inter and Milan are going head-to-head over River Plate starlet Julian Alvarez, reports CalcioMercato. Alvarez has pushed his way into the Argentina team at just 21 and proved River's hero on Sunday as he netted both goals to deliver a 2-1 Superclasico victory over Boca Juniors. Pogba wants to renew Man Utd contract (L'Equipe)Midfielder n...Full Story »

Chelsea’s former Wolfsburg striker Pernille Harder snatched an added-time equaliser against her old side after a catalogue of errors had threatened to derail their start to the Women’s Champions League.Emma Hayes’ side looked like being architects of their own downfall as three defensive mistakes handed the advantage to the visitors only to rescue a 3-3 draw in the second minut...Full Story »

Roma to renew Zakaria interest AS Roma have re-opened talks to sign Denis Zakaria as free agent. He’s out of contract in June 2022 and José Mourinho wants Zakaria as new midfielder. @DiMarzio 🔴 #ASRoma #transfersAS Roma will try to negotiate with Gladbach to anticipate the deal and sign Zakaria in January.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) October 5, 2021 Arsenal...Full Story »

Lewandowski changes tune on Bayern future Robert Lewandowski is set to renew his current contract at Bayern Munich, marking a turnaround from the Poland international over his future at the club, per Fichajes. The striker had been linked with an exit this summer from Allianz Arena, having won every major domestic honour - plus the Champions League - during his time with the Bundesliga giants...Full Story »

Arsenal’s battle-hardened defender Gabriel Magalhaes has taken to Instagram to show off his new teeth after losing them against Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday. The Gunners were lacklustre throughout their Premier League visit to the Amex and were extremely lucky to come away with a 0-0 draw, but their centre-back was not quite so lucky. Gabriel, 23, was a titan at the back for Mi...Full Story »

Motta status uncertain Thiago Motta's status as the manager of Spezia has come into doubt after the team's 4-0 defeat to Verona this weekend, according to Sky Sport Italia. This is first year in charge of the club. Aurier set for Villarreal medical Serge Aurier is set for a medical with Villarreal, reports Carrusel Deportivo. The full-back has been a free agent since August, when Tottenham ...Full Story »

Man City have edge over Barca in Nunez huntManchester City lead Barcelona as both sides look to sign Benfica star Darwin Nunez, reports the Daily Star. Nunez, 22, is one of Europe's highest rated young forwards, and scored twice against Barca in Wednesday's 3-0 Champions League demolition. Liverpool monitoring BijlowLiverpool are keeping close tabs on Feyenoord goalkeeper Justin Bijlow, ...Full Story »

Interim Newport boss Wayne Hatswell dedicated the 3-0 win over Scunthorpe at Rodney Parade to former manager Michael Flynn.Having negotiated an amicable departure after four and a half years earlier in the week, Flynn said his farewells to the players on Friday.But he wasn’t at the ground to watch them move to within a point of the play-off places with their best win of the season.Hatswell...Full Story »

Newport’s players paid the perfect tribute to former manager Michael Flynn as they beat Scunthorpe 3-0 at Rodney Parade.Flynn ended his four-and-a-half-year reign at his hometown club by mutual consent earlier in the week.He had hoped to make the game his 246th and final one in charge but was denied that chance.Former assistant Wayne Hatswell stood in as interim manager and saw his players...Full Story »

Dundee United secured a narrow 1-0 victory over winless Ross County at Tannadice to move into the cinch Premiership’s top five.The home side struck in the 31st minute through Ilmari Niskanen, who registered his first goal for the club.The result left the second-bottom Staggies still searching for their opening league win of the season after eight games.United had an early chance when Scott...Full Story »

St Mirren stretched their unbeaten run to five matches as they celebrated back-to-back victories thanks to a first-half strike from Ethan Erhahon.The Buddies clinched their first league win of the campaign last weekend at home to Aberdeen and Erhahon’s goal at the end of a lightning counter-attack was enough to ensure Jim Goodwin’s side lifted themselves up to seventh in the Premiers...Full Story »

Raiola pushing Pogba to join Real Madrid Real Madrid have emerged as the most likely destination for Paul Pogba, El Nacional reports. The midfielder could leave Manchester United for free at the end of the season when his contract expires. His agent, Mino Raiola, is trying to convince him to join the Spanish giants because their rivals Barcelona cannot afford to sign him, but Paris Saint-Germ...Full Story »

St Johnstone midfielder Liam Craig will break the club’s all-time appearance record if he faces Dundee on Saturday.Craig will overtake former team-mate Steven Anderson when he lands his 442nd appearance.Saints are likely to be without James Brown (hamstring), Murray Davidson (back), Cammy MacPherson (shoulder), Liam Gordon (knee) and Craig Bryson (knee) while Callum Hendry joined Kilmarnoc...Full Story »

Newport will have to get used to life without manager Michael Flynn as they prepare to face Scunthorpe at Rodney Parade on Saturday.Flynn left his role as boss with immediate effect after four-and-a-half years at the helm but the Welsh side face a quick turnaround to get things sorted in time for the Sky Bet League Two match this weekend.Scot Bennett will not be available for the Exiles after fr...Full Story »

Werner considering Chelsea futureTimo Werner is considering his Chelsea future, reports the Telegraph. Werner could leave Stamford Bridge if he doesn't lock down a more regular role under Thomas Tuchel. The German joined Chelsea just last season, but struggled in front of goal as the Blues went on to win the Champions League. Southgate not surprised by Sancho's strugglesGareth Southgate say...Full Story »

Bruce informs friends he could quit NewcastleSteve Bruce is privately talking about quitting Newcastle, claims Football Insider. The Magpies have yet to win a match in the Premier League through their first six games and could be in for a stressful bottom-of-the-table fight. Arsenal after Sevilla star En-Nesyri (La Razon)The Gunners hope the 24-year-old can be a long-term attacking partner f...Full Story »

Saint-Maximin gathers interest from Chelsea & LiverpoolNewcastle forward Allan Saint-Maximin could join Chelsea or Liverpool next summer, writes the Express, as his current team toils near the relegation zone. Saint-Maximin continues to be one of the most exciting one-on-one attackers in England and may earn a step up if his form remains strong through the rest of the season. Giovinco wa...Full Story »

Head coach Grant McCann hopes struggling Hull have reached a turning point after they salvaged a 1-1 draw at home to Blackpool.The Tigers have not won since the opening day of the season and remain in the Sky Bet Championship relegation zone.But McCann is hopeful his players can now kick on after substitute Tom Eaves scored late to earn his side a point.He said: “I hope it drives the playe...Full Story »