#newcastle-united

#newcastle-united

Newcastle United are to take action after a young club mascot was left alone in the middle of the pitch before Saturday's defeat at Liverpool. The girl walked out with the players prior to the 4-1 loss at Anfield and lined up alongside the visitors as they shook hands with Arne Slot's side. But footage from TikTok user @doubleh8596 captures Newcastle's sole mascot being left on her own as the players then rush off to the touchline to hand over their track jackets pre-match.

This was supposed to be the night the streak finally cracked. For 40 minutes, Newcastle were not just competitive; they were the better side. They ran Liverpool ragged, pressed with conviction, countered with purpose, and led with full merit through Anthony Gordon. And then-just as they have done so many times before-they unravelled. The self‑destruction was sudden, dramatic, and utterly predictable.

Malaga are interested in signing Newcastle United midfielder Alfie Harrison. According to Sky Sports, they are hoping to sign the 20-year-old midfielder this month. The player will be out of contract in the summer, and it would be ideal for Newcastle to sell him now rather than lose him for free. That said, they have the option to extend the deal for another year. It remains to be seen whether Newcastle are prepared to take up the opportunity and extend his stay at the club.

The squad emerged from the coach wearing re-released replica away shirts from the 'Entertainers' era, when the Magpies strutted into stadiums up and down the country. But the visitors did not play with quite the same swagger of Kevin Keegan's free-scoring 1995-96 side. In fact, Newcastle did not muster a first shot on target until the 85th minute in a goalless Premier League draw against bottom club Wolves.

The medical for Vasco da Gama striker Rayan at Bournemouth is reportedly facing delay as the deal drags on despite being near completion. Latest reports suggest Rayan's medical has been delayed, meaning Bournemouth are growing in frustration due to not yet being able to finalise the signing of the Brazilian forward. Newcastle have also been in the hunt for Rayans signature, and it could be that they're working to hijack the deal.

Newcastle United full-back Tino Livramento reportedly has his heart set on a transfer to Manchester City, which is expected to be his destination this summer. That's according to Keith Wyness, former Everton chief, as he spoke to Football Insider, with Newcastle expected to look to replace Livramento in the near future. The 23-year-old has performed well during his time at Newcastle, having long been regarded as a big prospect, dating back to his time in Chelsea's academy.

Newcastle United are reportedly exploring a transfer for Inter Milan centre-back Stefan de Vrij, who recently saw another move fall through. De Vrij had been close to making a move to Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal, but he remains an Inter player for the time being after that deal collapsed late on. Newcastle are now alongside Nottingham Forest in looking into a possible move for De Vrij this month, according to Football Insider.

Loftus-Cheek has struggled with injuries, and it's also fair to say his versatility has possibly worked against him at times, as he's never really nailed down one position. Still, it seems Newcastle now have an interest in bringing Loftus-Cheek back to the Premier League, according to TEAMtalk, with intermediaries discussing a possible loan move.

Newcastle United midfielder Joe Willock reportedly wants to leave the club this January and they could be prepared to sanction his departure. This comes as Willock supposedly attracts transfer interest from two Premier League clubs in the form of Leeds United and Crystal Palace, according to Football Insider. Willock had initially been a key player for Newcastle when he first joined from Arsenal a few years ago, but it's fair to say he's fallen down the pecking order in more recent times.