Newcastle United have been given a potentially huge boost regarding one key player at the club, according to an exciting update this weekend.

What's gone wrong at Newcastle?

The Magpies have made a stuttering start to their 2023/24 Premier League season, picking up just three points from their opening four matches. In fairness, it has been a difficult run of fixtures, including having to face Manchester City and Liverpool, but much more was expected after such a positive campaign last time around.

There is no need to panic, with a kinder batch of games on the horizon, but it is also clear that improvements are required, both in terms of performances and results.

Supporters are in need of some positivity at St James' Park at the moment, having been flattened by this below-par opening to the season, and a significant boost may be coming their way.

What's the latest on Bruno Guimaraes' Newcastle future?

After Fabrizio Romano claimed a deal between the club and player was close, a massive update from Football Insider reports Bruno is now all set to become highest-paid player in the history of Newcastle United Football Club:

"Bruno Guimaraes is set to become the best-paid player in Newcastle United’s history when he signs a new contract that is now close to being finalised, sources have told Football Insider. Talks have been ongoing in recent months over a new and improved deal for the club’s star man, 25, that will catapult him into the top earning bracket at the club.

"It is expected there will be an announcement soon over a new deal that would be worth up to £60million in total and see him become the highest-paid player in Newcastle’s history."

This is an eye-opening update for anyone of a Newcastle persuasion, highlighting how highly Bruno is valued at the club, and how much faith they have in him continuing to be a star for years to come.

The 25-year-old has been a fantastic signing from the moment he arrived at the Magpies back in January 2022, helping them finish fourth in the Premier League last season, and his box-to-box presence has made him arguably the first name on Eddie Howe's team sheet.

Bruno has 16 goal contributions (ten goals and six assists) in 61 appearances for Newcastle, also averaging 2.3 tackles per game in the Premier League this season, showing how much he can offer both on and off the ball. If Howe's side are to continue progressing in the coming years, they simply must retain the services of their best player, as well as signing top-quality new faces, and the Brazil international undoubtedly falls into that bracket.

Granted, his current Magpies deal still doesn't expire until the summer of 2026, so there is no great rush to hand him an extension, but this is just reward for his efforts so far, and also staves off the threat of Real Madrid trying to snap him up.

The New Zealand fast bowler arrived and trained with the squad ahead of their match against Delhi Daredevils

Vishal Dikshit14-Apr-2018

Mumbai Indians have brought in New Zealand fast bowler Adam Milne as a replacement for the injured Pat Cummins, who was ruled out of the season and did not arrive in India. Milne will join Jasprit Bumrah, Mustafizur Rahman and former New Zealand team-mate Mitchell McClenaghan in Mumbai’s pace attack.Though neither the IPL nor the franchise had announced Milne having joined the team, he has already linked up with the Mumbai squad and trained ahead of the side’s third game, against Delhi Daredevils, at Wankhede Stadium on Saturday. Milne had played five IPL matches across two previous seasons – 2016 and 2017 – for Royal Challengers Bangalore.At Mumbai, Milne will also be working under bowling coach Shane Bond, his idol while growing up and with whom he had worked with when Bond was New Zealand’s bowling coach. Milne has played 70 T20s so far and taken 83 wickets with economy rate of 7.77; he’s also had good form for Central Districts on the domestic circuit in New Zealand.He is Mumbai’s second replacement fast bowler after McClenaghan was drafted in for Australia’s Jason Behrendorff, who was also ruled out with an injury.

Mumbai Indians will be out of the tournament if they lose to Kings XI Punjab on Wednesday, but if they win they will move to fourth place

Alagappan Muthu15-May-20186:29

Manjrekar: Kings XI’s bowling looks ordinary without Mujeeb

Form guide (most recent match first)

Mumbai Indians: lost to Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets, beat Kolkata Knight Riders by 102 runs, beat Kolkata Knight Riders by 13 runs

Kings XI Punjab: lost to Royal Challengers Bangalore by 10 wickets, lost to Kolkata Knight Riders by 31 runs, lost to Rajasthan Royals by 15 runs

Big PictureMumbai Indians will be out of the tournament if they lose to Kings XI Punjab on Wednesday, but if they win they will move to fourth place. Their net run rate is 0.405, which is better even than the table-toppers Sunrisers Hyderabad, because so many of their losses were close. But they cannot avail its advantage if they lose to Kings XI.Considering that, Rohit Sharma may not mind facing a side that is propped on the shoulders of two batsmen. Kings XI’s openers KL Rahul and Chris Gayle are massive threats, especially at a small ground like the Wankhede Stadium, but break through them and there’s not much left. Kings XI desperately need their middle order to step up.Victory for Kings XI will take them to 14 points, but not guarantee a playoff spot just yet. Defeat will make qualification that much tougher because of their net run rate of -0.518 is the worst of all teams.In the newsSpinner Mujeeb ur Rahman hurt his hand while bowling against Kolkata Knight Riders on Saturday and missed Kings XI’s match against Royal Challengers Bangalore. His return could prove quite useful against a deep and power-packed batting line-up.Previous meetingMumbai restricted Kings XI to 176 in Indore – a ground that is possibly more batting-friendly than the Wankhede – and wrapped up the chase with one over to spare. Gayle and Suryakumar Yadav made fifties.ESPNcricinfo LtdLikely XIsMumbai Indians 1 Evin Lewis, 2 Suryakumar Yadav, 3 Rohit Sharma (capt), 4 Ishan Kishan (wk), 5 Hardik Pandya, 6 Krunal Pandya, 7 Ben Cutting, 8 JP Duminy/Kieron Pollard, 9 Mitchell McClenaghan, 10 Jasprit Bumrah, 11 Mayank MarkandeKings XI Punjab 1 KL Rahul (wk), 2 Chris Gayle, 3 Mayank Agarwal, 4 Karun Nair, 5 Aaron Finch, 6 Marcus Stoinis/Mujeeb ur Rahman, 7 Axar Patel, 8 R Ashwin (capt), 9 Andrew Tye, 10 Mohit Sharma, 11 Ankit RajpootStrategy punt Rohit averages 6.6 and strikes at 88 in the seven matches Mumbai have lost this season. In the five they have won, he has averaged 73 and struck at 155. Basically, Kings XI need to take him out early. And to do that they might try Axar Patel. The head-to-head reads: 18 runs, 25 balls, one wicket. Gayle has scored 217 runs in 151 balls at an average of 72 against all the bowlers Mumbai currently have on their roster. But there is hope: Ben Cutting has dismissed him twice in 17 balls, and Hardik Pandya once in 15 balls. Jasprit Bumrah has also managed to keep him quiet (26 runs in 27 balls). Expect those three to take a decent amount of workload while the Universe Boss is at the crease. Stats that matter Kings XI began their campaign with five wins in seven matches. Then they went into a seven-day break. Upon returning to action, they lost four out of five games and tumbled from first to fifth place. Kings XI have almost entirely been riding on individual performances. Their two best bowlers Andrew Tye (20 wickets in 12 innings, economy rate 8.02) and Mujeeb (14 wickets in 11 innings, economy rate 6.99) have been outstanding. The others have contributed 29 wickets in 12 innings at an economy rate of 9.3. Gayle has been a monster against legspin this season. He has smashed 79 runs off only 33 balls without ever losing his wicket. Evin Lewis needs 18 runs to get to 3000 in T20s. But he seems to be struggling against fast bowling this IPL season (strike-rate 127, average 21). So Kings XI might look to use Ankit Rajpoot to unsettle the opener. Moreover, Rajpoot concedes only 7.3 an over in the Powerplay and has taken five of his eight wickets in this period. Fantasy pickSuryakumar has struck 473 runs in 12 innings this season. That is the second-highest tally by an uncapped batsman in all IPLs, after Shaun Marsh’s 616 in 2008. He’s also grown up playing his cricket at Wankhede stadium, making him a very handy choice.

أعلن جاريث ساوثجيت المدير الفني لمنتخب إنجلترا الأول لكرة القدم، عن تشكيل الأسود الثلاثة لمواجهة صربيا، ضمن الجولة الأولى من المجموعة الثالثة.

منتخب إنجلترا يواجه نظيره الصربي، على ملعب فيلتينيس أرينا، الخاص بفريق شالكة، في تمام العاشرة مساءً بتوقيت القاهرة.

تشكيل إنجلترا، شهد تواجد هاري كين في قيادة الهجوم بعد تعافيه من آلام الظهر التي كانت تلاحقه خلال الفترة القصيرة الماضية.

طالع أيضًا | فيديو | طاولات ومقاعد وزجاجات.. اشتباكات عنيفة بين جماهير إنجلترا وصربيا

وشهد أيضًا التشكيل تواجد 3 لاعبين مركزهم الأساسي ظهير أيمن، ولكن كايل وواكر في مركزه الطبيعي، بينما كيران تريبييه ظهير أيسر، وترينت ألكسندر أرنولد في وسط الملعب. تشكيل إنجلترا أمام صربيا في يورو 2024

حراسة المرمى: جوردان بيكفورد.

خط الدفاع: كايل وواكر، جون ستونز، مارك جويهي، كيران تريبييه.

وسط الملعب: ديكلان رايس، ترينت ألكسندر أرنولد، جود بيلينجهام.

الهجوم: فيل فودين، هاري كين، بوكايو ساكا.

Manchester United are now considering a shock move for Dutch winger Anwar El Ghazi, amid growing uncertainty over the future of a first-team player…

Is Jadon Sancho leaving Man United?

Jadon Sancho's Man United career could be over, with The Daily Star reporting his relationship with Erik ten Hag has broken down completely, after the winger recently took to social media to deny the claims he has a poor attitude on the training ground.

The duo are struggling to settle their differences, despite engaging in recent talks over the Englishman's future at Old Trafford, as there is a lack of trust in the fractured relationship, meaning he is now expected to be one of the players sold in January.

Sancho is expected to secure a loan deal elsewhere in the winter market, with a view to making a permanent exit next summer, bringing to an end what has been a disastrous spell since arriving from Borussia Dortmund for a fee of £75m in 2021.

In the same article, it is detailed that Antony is currently absent, due to allegations of domestic abuse, meaning United are a little short on options in wide areas, and there has now been an indication they could make a move for a former Premier League winger.

According to a report from The Daily Mail, Man United are now considering a shock move for El Ghazi, amid the uncertainty over Sancho and Antony, and the ex-Aston Villa man would be available on a free transfer, having recently left PSV Eindhoven.

The 28-year-old left the Dutch side by mutual consent last week, potentially paving the way for a move to Old Trafford, however, the Red Devils are not the only club in the race for his signature, with offers from Saudi Arabia also believed to be on the table.

With Antony set to be absent for the foreseeable future, and Sancho's future in major doubt, after a loan move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq fell through last week, the former PSV Eindhoven man could be a viable option for Ten Hag's side.

However, since then, Red Devils reporter Laurie Whitwell has said:

"MUFC not interested in Anwar El Ghazi, after proposal by agents. Right-wing options affected by Antony’s withdrawal + Sancho’s situation, but Pellistri was kept with a view to featuring, plus Garnacho could play there. Fernandes/Mount too, if necessary."

How good is Anwar El Ghazi?

Although it is a little surprising Man United are being linked with a player who PSV were happy to get rid of recently, there are some indications the Dutchman could be a good signing, particularly considering he has experience in the Premier League.

During his spell with Aston Villa, the Netherlands international scored a very impressive ten goals in 28 games in the 2020-21 season, and he was hailed by journalist Ashley Preece before he departed the West Midlands club:

"Capable of a worldie & brilliant at high-pressure penalties! For a little over £8million, El Ghazi has been a top-drawer value-for-money signing."

Even last season, El Ghazi managed to put in some solid displays for PSV, scoring eight goals in 23 Eredivisie games, indicating that he could be a decent enough short-term option for Man United.

It will be very difficult to find a suitable replacement for Sancho outside the transfer window, but it is important Ten Hag brings in a younger option in January, as he is sparse on options in wide areas, making this one to watch.

Newcastle United have entered discussions regarding an improved deal for yet another one of their first-team stars, and he’s not the only one set to extend his stay in the Premier League.

Who has just signed deals for Newcastle?

At St. James’ Park, Callum Wilson has already put pen to paper on a one-year extension meaning that he will remain in the northeast until at least 2025, and he is expected to be followed by Bruno Guimaraes, who has reportedly agreed terms to commit himself to the club.

In addition, Joelinton is another player who PIF and Eddie Howe are opening talks with about keeping him in black and white stripes, as the same outlet have claimed that he is very happy in his current situation, suggesting that there should be no problem in the two parties reaching an agreement.

One of the Magpies’ longest-serving stars is Sean Longstaff, who has been with the club since his childhood days having worked his way up through the various youth ranks to get promoted to the first-team in 2019 where he’s made a total of 143 senior appearances to date.

Despite still having another two years remaining on his contract, Tyneside chiefs appear to want to secure the services of the central midfielder for the foreseeable future, and if the following update is to be believed, they have already taken the first step towards doing exactly that.

Is Sean Longstaff signing a new contract at Newcastle?

According to Football Insider, Newcastle are also “in talks” with Longstaff about signing an improved deal, alongside their Brazilian duo.

Howe is reportedly “keen to keep the spine” of his current squad to ensure that their success of last season can continue to progress in the future, and the 25-year-old has therefore been identified as a “key” player in that project.

How much does Sean Longstaff earn a year?

At Newcastle, Longstaff currently pockets £50k-per-week which he has more than earned for the constant hard work and effort he’s put in over the course of the career, so should he put pen to paper on fresh terms in the near future, it would be a huge boost for Howe.

The Gol International client already has two goal contributions (one goal and one assist) to his name in six top-flight outings so far this season, and he’s constantly a threat in the final third, where he ranks in the 90th percentile for touches in the opposition’s penalty area.

Furthermore, the academy graduate is a versatile operator having been deployed in five different positions since the start of his career, including four roles in the midfield and even as a second striker, so his ability to easily adapt to the manager’s demands makes him a great option to have in the building.

Longstaff has been hailed an “excellent” player by Howe himself, so the fact that the boss has gone out of his way to publicly share his admiration for the player just shows how appreciated he is, no doubt as well by his fellow teammates and supporters at St. James’ Park.

ScorecardA century before lunch from Matt Renshaw led the way for Somerset as they took a strong grip on their County Championship game against Yorkshire, despite a five-wicket haul for Jack Brooks as 20 wickets fell in the day at Taunton.In reply to Somerset’s 216, Yorkshire were bowled out for 96 and batting for a second time the hosts led by 126 with all second innings wickets in hand.Renshaw’s innings was at odds with his usually cautious approach, as the Australia Test opener recorded his second hundred in as many matches for Somerset.His has been quite a story. When Cameron Bancroft was suspended for his part in Australia’s ball-tampering affair, Renshaw became not just a replacement for Australia but also for Somerset. A visit to his grandmother in the UK turned into something more long lasting. To add further piquancy to the story, he was born in Middlesbrough, which historically at least is part of the North Riding of Yorkshire.”It was a pretty different innings to what my normal game is like, but I think that having assessed the wicket this morning it was one where I didn’t feel comfortable just fending at it, I was better if I was playing full cricket shots,” he said. “A few of them were a bit rogue and farmer like, but it was a really good innings. I wasn’t expecting it, but it was nice to play a few shots.”They were bowling really well and I felt that if I fended one and nicked off that way then it would really annoy me, whereas if I tried to take the game on and put pressure on their bowlers that I would try to come out on top and I guess it was just my lucky day.”Somerset started the day by losing Marcus Trescothick, caught at gully by Harry Brook off Brooks for 4, before Renshaw was joined by George Bartlett. Renshaw was in sparkling form and lifted Ben Coad over midwicket early on, to signal his intentions. He then took two boundaries to square cover off Brooks in the tenth over before bringing up his 50 off 39 balls, all in boundaries with 10 fours and two sixes.Renshaw saw the Somerset 100 up with a single off Matthew Waite from the first ball of the 19th over, while at the opposite end Bartlett played a sensible supporting role, looking to score runs whenever the opportunity arose. The second-wicket pair added 140 before Bartlett was out for 39, lbw to Coad.Matt Renshaw drives powerfully•Getty Images

Renshaw continued to plunder and went to his century with a hooked six off Brooks, his runs coming off 86 deliveries, which included 14 fours and four sixes. Somerset lost James Hildreth and Tom Abell before lunch by which time the hosts had moved onto 166 for 4.If the morning belonged to Somerset, the afternoon session went to the visitors, starting in the second over after the break when Renshaw was out caught by wicketkeeper Andy Hodd off Brooks for 112. Brooks was in great form from the Somerset Pavilion End as he accounted for both Lewis Gregory and Dom Bess to finish with 5 for 57.When they replied, Yorkshire lost a wicket without a run on the board as the quick-thinking Bartlett ran out Adam Lyth at non-striker’s end. Gregory claimed Cheteshwar Pujara lbw as Yorkshire reached 31 for 2 by tea.After the break, wickets continued to tumble and both Gregory and Tim Groenewald claimed two in as many balls. At 64 for 8 the visitors were in danger of following on before Tim Bresnan hit Gregory to the boundary. Young opener Brook top-scored with 32 as Yorkshire were eventually all out for 96, Groenewald ending with 3 for 12 and Gregory 3 for 30.

Leeds United boss Daniel Farke may encounter a difficult situation involving one of his brightest young stars at Elland Road, according to recent reports.

What's the latest news involving Leeds United?

Last weekend, Leeds United continued their steady run of progress under Farke by defeating Watford 3-0 at Elland Road, courtesy of strikes from Joel Piroe, Sam Byram and Jaiden Anthony.

Cited by BBC Sport, Farke was full of praise for his side in his post-match press conference, stating: "That we returned to the dressing room with a clean sheet is for me the most pleasing topic today. Obviously it's a great result for us, great performance. Even in the first half I was so, so happy because we totally dominated this game, we created so many chances in the first half; didn't allow them to have one chance. It was hard for them to get a touch in our half. Second half we were able to convert our dominance into great goals, we could have scored perhaps a few more."

The Whites have now climbed to fifth in the Sky Bet Championship table and are on a six-match unbeaten streak in the division, building some crucial momentum as the fixture schedule continues to intensify. In other news, The Athletic has revealed that Southampton goalkeeper Joe Lumley trained with Leeds before opting to move to the South Coast on a permanent basis in the summer transfer window.

Leeds United attacker Wilfried Gnonto meanwhile was recently rocked with an injury blow and German coach Farke has confirmed that the Italy international will be out of action until after the next international break, as cited by Leeds Live.

Patrick Bamford, Junior Firpo, Djed Spence and Stuart Dallas remain out of contention despite making progress in their respective efforts to re-enter the first-team picture.

Who could leave Leeds United?

According to Alan Nixon on Patreon, Premier League outfit Crystal Palace have scouted Leeds midfielder Archie Gray for some period and his emergence in the Sky Bet Championship this campaign has only served to increase their interest in the 17-year-old's services.

It is believed that any move in January to try and tempt Gray to Selhurst Park is unlikely; however, United may have a problem on their hands next summer if they fail to achieve an immediate return to the English top flight.

Gray, who has been labelled "incredible" by former Leeds United striker Jermaine Beckford in the past, has made ten appearances this season in all competitions for the Whites, as per Transfermarkt. Capable of offering an offensive threat from the heart of midfield, Gray has been able to successfully perform 13 shot-creating actions in the Sky Bet Championship, as per FBRef.

Despite only signing professional forms earlier this year, Gray has already endeared himself to the Elland Road faithful and is expected to be a key player for years to come in Yorkshire.

It is almost unthinkable that someone so loved by the Leeds United support could be sold; however, the Whites may be powerless to stop Gray leaving for a shot at Premier League football if they fail to win promotion in 2023/24.

MatériaMais Notícias

A Rodada 16 do Campeonato Brasileiro da Série B que começou na última terça-feira (13) com a surpreendente derrota do Cuiabá para o Guarani terá sua abertura das partidas do próximo sábado (16) no embate entre Chapecoense e Vitória na Arena Condá às 16h.

Para a equipe de Umberto Louzer, especulado no Cruzeiro e que preferiu se manter no Verdão do Oeste, ganhar significa igualar em número de pontos com o atual líder da competição com as mesmas 32 unidades. E, se o triunfo vier por dois gols de diferença, o time de Chapecó ultrapassa o Cuiabá no saldo.

Do outro lado do confronto, a situação é mais delicada em muito pelo fato do Leão da Barra não ter vencido nas últimas quatro rodadas, somando apenas um dos 12 pontos possíveis. Com isso, das imediações do G4, o Vitória acabam caindo para à 13ª colocação tendo 18 unidades e vê a zona de rebaixamento apenas a quatro pontos.

Apenas uma novidade e um desfalque foram notados dentre as peças recentemente disponíveis ao técnico Eduardo Barroca. Enquanto o meio-campista Lucas Cândido esté reabilitado do seu problema no tornozelo, o também meio-campista Fernando Neto sequer foi relacionado por conta de lesão muscular.

Já para Louzer, o número de desfalques é mais considerável: Anderson Leite, Denner (ambos por problemas físicos), Thiago Ribeiro (mal estar) e Alan Ruschel (em recuperação da Covid-19) estão fora de combate. Porém, o meia Vini Locatelli finalizou a transição após lesão e está apto a ser escalado, inclusive, como titular.

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Crystal Palace are now planning to make a move for a "wonderkid", having tracked him for some time, according to a report.

What's the latest Crystal Palace transfer news?

Palace are now close to agreeing a new deal with Eberechi Eze, in what could be a real boost, as the Englishman has been attracting the attention of a number of the Premier League's top clubs, including reigning champions Manchester City.

Not only are the Eagles keen to tie down some of their top attacking players, having already extended Michael Olise's stay at Selhurst Park, but they could also target a new forward in the January transfer window, with Paris Saint Germain's Hugo Ekitike said to be of interest.

Football Insider report that Roy Hodgson's side are set to do battle for the 21-year-old with West Ham United, with both clubs of the belief that he could be one of the best options available on the market in mid-season. Ekitike is not the only youngster that Crystal Palace have their eye on, however, with The Sun reporting they are now looking to snap up 17-year-old Leeds United midfielder Archie Gray, having been put on red alert.

Everton are also credited with an interest in the Leeds ace, who the Eagles have now been tracking for some time, and the report suggests his current club would be willing to let him leave, should they miss out on promotion from the Championship this season.

Palace are now planning to swoop for the midfielder, as he is seen as a viable alternative to Blackburn Rovers' Adam Wharton, who may end up being too expensive, although it is unclear how much Leeds themselves would look to hold out for.

The report speculates that Gray could help fill the void left by Olise, should the attacking midfielder leave the club in the near future, with the likes of Man City and Chelsea still believed to be keen despite him putting pen to paper on a new deal.

How good is Archie Gray?

The fact that the starlet has already managed to break into the Leeds first team despite only being 17-years-old is a sure-fire sign he could be destined for great things, so it is exciting news that Palace are in the race for his signature.

The Englishman has featured in every one of Leeds' Championship games so far this season, and he has mainly been utilised as a defensive midfielder, although he has played in central and attacking roles less regularly, showcasing his versatility.

Football talent scout Jacek Kulig has lauded the young maestro as a "wonderkid", while also branding him "one of the most talented in world football", so it is clear that he has a lot of potential, and he could develop his game further at Selhurst Park.

The Eagles have developed a reputation for signing players from the Championship and helping them blossom, having signed Olise from Reading in 2021, while Eze joined from QPR back in 2020, and it will be exciting if Gray is the next youngster through the door.