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Bruce battles on! Under-fire Newcastle boss set for a reprieve as he prepares for his 1000th game as a manager this weekend - with club's new owners likely to leave him in charge for Spurs game despite their plans to sack him imminently

14/10/21 20:00
It had been indicated that the 60-year-old would be relieved of his duties this week given the club's new owners feared his presence could have a negative impact during their first match. But Bruce is scheduled to face the media on Friday afternoon and, even though sources could not confirm if he will still be in charge for Spurs, it would appear likely that he remains for the time being. Bruce met with Staveley and her husband Mehrdad Ghodoussi at the training ground on Monday and had expected more contact as the week went on. But, as of Thursday night, he remained in the dark over his future and the exact terms of his anticipated exit with an £8million payoff are yet to be negotiated....read
Newcastle 'should replace Steve Bruce with Jose Mourinho' following takeover claims Danny Mills as 'there is no one else better' than the ex-Man United boss
14/10/21 15:43As part of Newcastle's takeover, a new manager is expected to appointed as the Magpies boss Steve Bruce days at the club rapidly become increasingly limited.Steve Bruce WILL face the media on Friday despite Newcastle's new owners being ready to sack him before their first game in charge this weekend... with Saudis eyeing Lucien Favre and Steven Gerrard as possible replacements
14/10/21 14:15Sportsmail understands Bruce will be sacked before Sunday's clash with Tottenham, with Lucien Favre and Rangers boss Steven Gerrard among those linked with succeeding him.'Without a second thought he hurled it with force into a bin': Sir Alex Ferguson once smashed Steve Bruce's phone to pieces when it rang during one of his infamous half-time rants at Man United
13/10/21 23:44Ferguson managed at Old Trafford for a trophy-laden 26 years but gained a reputation for his scathing half-time rants, during which it was rarely advisable to speak up or interrupt.One last goodbye? Under-fire Steve Bruce takes Newcastle training ahead of the new owners' first game despite being on the brink of the sack... with Brendan Rodgers and Steven Gerrard being eyed as manager
12/10/21 14:42The 60-year-old had been under-fire this season before the £300million takeover came to light, with Newcastle currently second bottom in the Premier League table following a winless start.Newcastle need to 'push their luck' to land Antonio Conte as the first major signing of the new regime and can persuade the Italian because 'money talks', claims Rio Ferdinand
11/10/21 23:30Rio Ferdinand thinks Newcastle's new Saudi Arabian owners should announce themselves by pulling out all the stops to land Antonio Conte. The Italian is available and currently without a club.Newcastle's new Saudi owners will look to make a BIG statement in their first transfer window... Roman Abramovich splashed £111m on THIRTEEN signings when he bought Chelsea, while Man City spent £46m on four players after Abu Dhabi takeover
11/10/21 21:00Newcastle's new owners have only been in charge of the club for a matter of days but there is no doubt they will want to make a statement in when the January transfer window opens.Danny Murphy fires warning to Newcastle's new mega-rich owners over sacking Steve Buce because there is 'no-one better to steer the club away from their precarious position'
11/10/21 16:23The Newcastle boss is set to be axed this week as Newcastle United's new Saudi owners make their mark on the club they have purchased for £305m.Favre is the bookies' favourite, Conte is the glamour choice, while Rodgers and Gerrard are both intriguing candidates... so, who will Newcastle's mega-rich new owners go for to replace Steve Bruce?
11/10/21 10:48Steve Bruce is set to be sacked this week as Newcastle United's new Saudi owners make their mark on the club they have purchased for £305million. But who will replace him at St James' Park?Steve Bruce will be sacked as Newcastle manager within days - and pick up £8m pay-off - as new owners don't want his presence to spoil their first game in charge... and mega-rich Saudis eye Favre, Gerrard and Rodgers among potential replacements
10/10/21 14:55CRAIG HOPE: Bruce will be sacked this week after Newcastle's owners realised the negative impact his presence could have in their opening game against Tottenham Hotspur..Former Roma and Shakhtar Donetsk boss Paulo Fonseca 'in the frame to replace Steve Bruce as Newcastle manager' following £305m takeover
08/10/21 23:37Former Roma and Shakhtar Donetsk boss Paulo Fonseca is reportedly on the shortlist to succeed Steve Bruce at Newcastle.'We can be as big as PSG!': Amanda Staveley outlines a bold vision for Newcastle as Brendan Rodgers is mentioned as a replacement for Steve Bruce while Kevin Keegan and Alan Shearer may return as ambassadors
07/10/21 20:20Newcastle United's new owners say they want to transform the club into a superpower like Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain after completing their £305million takeover.Steve Bruce admits he fears getting sacked by Newcastle after the club's £305m takeover because 'new owners normally want a new manager'... but insists he'd 'like the chance to show them what I can do'
07/10/21 19:28The Premier League confirmed the takeover had been signed off after receiving 'legally binding assurances' that the Saudi state would not control the club - and Bruce believes the writing is on the wall.Q&A: Newcastle's £300m Saudi takeover is finally done... so, can fans dream of glory again as they rise to be one of the world's richest clubs? And what now for Steve Bruce and Mike Ashley?
07/10/21 15:17How has the takeover come about, why did it take so long to complete and what are the implications for everyone involved? Sportsmail answers all your questions.Newcastle United Supporters Trust urge Steve Bruce to resign after winless start to the season - with group revealing a whopping 94.3% of members want under-pressure boss to leave St James' Park
05/10/21 13:18Newcastle are 19th in the Premier League after seven matches without victory and fans are continuing to voice their feelings against Bruce from the terraces. He has insisted he will not quit.'Thank heavens Alan Shearer wasn't around today': Match of the Day pundits tear into Newcastle after ANOTHER Premier League defeat as Ian Wright warns 'I don't know where their next win is coming from'
02/10/21 23:16Legendary former Newcastle striker Alan Shearer wasn't in the studio, with presenter Gary Lineker saying that 'he would have been very loud' if he was in attendance.Wolves 2-1 Newcastle: Hwang Hee-chan scores match-winning double - after two assists from Raul Jimenez - to give Bruno Lage his first home victory in the Premier League as Steve Bruce remains winless
02/10/21 15:59TOM COLLOMOSSE AT MOLINEUX: Newcastle's winless start to the Premier League season stretched to seven games as Hwang Hee-chan's first goals at Molineux heaped pressure on Steve Bruce.Newcastle star Allan Saint-Maximin asks FIFA 22 why Steve Bruce is QUICKER than him after a video of the 60-year-old boss outsprinting his own players in the game went viral
27/09/21 12:45A Twitter user posted a clip of Bruce leaving Newcastle players for dead, with EA SPORTS confirming that the Magpies boss has 99 pace in the game - while Saint-Maximin is on a mere 91.A lack of clinical edge killed Newcastle against Watford and if they carry on wasting huge chances, the writing is on the WALL for Steve Bruce's side
26/09/21 22:04DANIEL MATTHEWS: Newcastle were held to a 1-1 draw against Watford on Saturday. Despite registering 20 shots, they could not find the winner and they wasted several chances to do so.Watford 1-1 Newcastle: VAR denies Hornets last-minute win at Vicarage Road as Ismaila Sarr punishes wasteful Magpies to extend Steve Bruce's wait for a first league win of the season
25/09/21 15:56WATFORD 1-1 NEWCASTLE: The Magpies took a first half lead through Sean Longstaff, and ought to have been out of sight before Sarr levelled for the Hornets.Newcastle boss Steve Bruce insists he has had no discussions about Allan Saint-Maximin leaving... as he claims the winger is 'immensely enjoying' his central role
24/09/21 23:57Saint-Maximin has scored twice and provided two assists for the Magpies this season, leading to fears that the club's key creative spark could be sold to the highest bidder at the start of next year.Steve Bruce promises Newcastle will 'look into' their persistent injury problems... with Jamaal Lascelles and Joe Willock now among SIX absentees as they search for first win of the season against Watford
24/09/21 11:00Willock, a £22m arrival from Arsenal, kicked the ground in training this week and has damaged his toe, while Lascelles is absent with a thigh strain suffered during the draw with Leeds.'Never run so fast in his life!': Fans marvel at 60-year-old Newcastle manager Steve Bruce's incredible turn of pace in viral clip from FIFA 22 video game, as he outsprints his own players
23/09/21 15:21Fans have reacted with laughter on social media to a viral video of Newcastle manager Steve Bruce showing an incredible turn of pace while celebrating a win in the new FIFA 22 game.Allan Saint-Maximin promises more goals after scoring a stunning equaliser to hand Newcastle a Premier League draw against Marcelo Bielsa's Leeds United side
18/09/21 12:56Allan Saint-Maximin says he is confident there is more to come from him after he lit up Newcastle's pulsating Premier League encounter with Leeds United on Friday evening.Steve Bruce 'understands fans' frustration' as disgruntled supporters chant 'we want Brucey out' during Newcastle's draw with Leeds... but the Magpies boss insists he's not one to 'walk away from a fight'
17/09/21 23:02Newcastle drew to Leeds 1-1 on Friday night which leaves them without a win in six attempts in all competitions so far this season and have only two points on the board.Newcastle 1-1 Leeds: Allan Saint-Maximin gets battered Steve Bruce off the hook as Frenchman's dazzling equaliser eases the pressure on boss... for now
17/09/21 17:51NEWCASTLE 1-1 LEEDS: Not that he would have particularly enjoyed watching what was more akin to a game of basketball. How it ended with one goal apiece is anyone's guess.'My kids still think I'm going to sign for Man City or Barcelona!': Andy Carroll reveals his family are desperate for him to find a club - and says he was forced out of Newcastle without even emptying his locker
17/09/21 06:58The 32-year-old, who 10 years ago was the most expensive British footballer ever following his £35m move to Liverpool, is now a free agent after his contract at Newcastle expired.EXCLUSIVE: Newcastle striker Dwight Gayle and assistant manager Graeme Jones involved in training-ground showdown with captain Jamaal Lascelles forced to break pair up as tempers flare
16/09/21 21:12EXCLUSIVE: The club's Tyneside base has been a fiery environment in recent days amid growing dissatisfaction among some of the players with under-fire manager Steve Bruce.Special report on Toxic Toon: Cracks widen at Newcastle with Graeme Jones and Dwight Gayle clashing, Steve Bruce blasting Isaac Hayden for Ronaldo goal, players angered with training schedule to suit manager and dismay at team meeting
16/09/21 21:12SPECIAL REPORT BY CRAIG HOPE: Steve Bruce is the one man who should be a source of unity at Mike Ashley's fractured club. Right now, he is the Magpies' greatest cause of division.Steve Bruce insists he WON'T quit Newcastle because 'it's not in my nature to walk away when it gets tough' - and admits his family think he's SICK for staying in the job when furious fans want him out
16/09/21 11:36The 60-year-old was thrust into the midst of a storm on Tyneside when he was controversially appointed as Rafael Benitez's replacement, and has seen his doubters only increase in volumeCRAIG HOPE: Prickly Steve Bruce is his own worst enemy at times... amid questions over a trip to Portugal during the international break, the Newcastle boss needs to look closer to home to solve his side's poor form
12/09/21 21:44COMMENT: Steve Bruce refused to answer a fair question as to whether he had been on holiday during the international break. We understand he spent four nights in Portugal.Newcastle boss Steve Bruce responds ANGRILY after defeat to Manchester United when questioned about his future and his decision to go on holiday to Portugal during the international break
11/09/21 21:42CHRIS WHEELER AT OLD TRAFFORD: Asked if he had heard the away fans calling for his head, Bruce snapped: 'What can I say to that? What do you want me to say? I'm delighted about it?'BRYAN ROBSON: I've not felt a buzz like this since Eric Cantona arrived... Cristiano Ronaldo's return with two goals against Newcastle has given Old Trafford a new-found belief
11/09/21 21:31BRYAN ROBSON: I turned up at the stadium at 11.45am on Saturday and it was already packed outside. Even afterwards, when fans have normally gone home, they were milling around.Declan Donnelly puts on a VERY animated display as he watches returning Manchester United ace Cristiano Ronaldo score TWICE against hapless Newcastle in 4-1 rout
11/09/21 17:04The TV personality seemed to be having a whale of a time at Old Trafford as he watched in awe while Cristiano Ronaldo made his debut appearance after signing to Manchester United.'It's hard to convince my team-mates to get vaccinated': Newcastle's Karl Darlow says 'four or five' players at the club are STILL refusing the Covid jab, despite seeing him hospitalised on a drip with the virus
10/09/21 12:50Goalkeeper Darlow had a serious bout of coronavirus in July just four days before he was due to have his first vaccine and spent three days on a hospital drip.Steve Bruce admits he DID want to bring in new players on deadline day as prickly Newcastle boss responds to club statement that insisted he WAS aware of a lack of funds in the window
10/09/21 11:43Steve Bruce was prickly when asked if he was 'comfortable' with the Newcastle statement that appeared to take aim at the head coach, as he admitted: 'It is what it is.'REVEALED: Tickets for Cristiano Ronaldo's Old Trafford homecoming are being sold for up to £700 on resale sites, with one provider removing £2,500 front row seats for clash with Newcastle... as Man United tell fans NOT to buy any
02/09/21 13:21Desperate football fans have started the mad scramble for tickets to see Ronaldo's historic second Man United debut next weekend, and the money changing hands is now mind-blowing.Fulham enquire about Emil Krafth but defender doesn't want to drop out of the Premier League... with Newcastle needing to sell first before making a bid for Leicester's Hamza Choudhury
31/08/21 15:42Fulham want a right back and Newcastle's Emil Krafth is one of the names on their list as they make enquiries and sift through available names but he is unsure about leaving the Premier League.'We want Brucie out': Newcastle faithful take chance to let rip at Steve Bruce during Southampton draw with club still playing lockdown football despite return of fans to St James' Park
30/08/21 00:25This was a flavour of how sour it would have turned inside St James' Park last season, had supporters been there to express their distaste. 'We want Brucie out' was the song of choice,SPECIAL REPORT: Why won't you get the jab? Ministers urging Premier League refuseniks to be role models and STOP falling for conspiracy theories as they still resist vaccination
28/08/21 21:31SPECIAL REPORT BY ROBERT DINEEN: Premier League players have been urged to break the silence over their vaccine status and set an example for young people to get the jab.'The last manager let him go': Steve Bruce questions Newcastle predecessor Rafa Benitez's decision to sell Adam Armstrong for just £1.75m... as now-£15m striker prepares to take revenge with Southampton
27/08/21 10:49Armstrong returns to St James' Park on Saturday for the first time since making his £15million move to Southampton from Blackburn, the club he joined from Newcastle in a £1.75m deal in 2018.Newcastle will allow Matty Longstaff to leave on loan this summer with Sheffield United and Huddersfield showing interest - as Steve Bruce admits move 'is for the best'
24/08/21 23:48Bruce admits he needs to move players out as he looks to add Hamza Choudhury on loan from Leicester City while he also holds an interest in Spurs' Harry Winks and United's Phil Jones.Danny Ings could be the signing of the summer... Newcastle made it easy by leaving him unmarked for a blistering bicycle kick as Aston Villa earned their first win since Jack Grealish departed to signal the start of a new era
22/08/21 21:31CRAIG HOPE AT VILLA PARK: Ings could prove the signing of the summer at £25m after his spectacular goal against Newcastle -and the Magpies appear to be existing to exist.Newcastle boss Steve Bruce admits 'the big decisions went against us' in defeat against Aston Villa as he bemoans yet another controversial VAR call to award the hosts a penalty while denying his own side a spot kick
21/08/21 19:00The hosts were already leading thanks to Danny Ings' stunning opener when they were awarded a penalty on the hour following a VAR review when Tyrone Mings' shot hit a hand.Steve Bruce reveals he is considering naming FOUR goalkeepers in Newcastle's 25-man Premier League squad this season due to injuries... meaning further summer signings are now unlikely
20/08/21 11:33CRAIG HOPE: Newcastle are considering naming four keepers in their 25-man Premier League squad, with Steve Bruce warning that could affect transfer business in the final days of the window.Steve Bruce fronts up to take questions from disgruntled Newcastle fans, insisting it is 'still his dream job' and vowing to stop 'being too downbeat before games'... while also labelling online abuse 'ridiculous'
19/08/21 23:59Bruce, 60, took the time on Thursday evening to speak to members of the fanbase on BBC Newcastle's Total Sport show and delved into a range of topics.Steve Bruce pushes for Newcastle to sign Hamza Choudhury on loan from Leicester with the midfielder open to the move... but the Magpies must first sell players to make room for him
17/08/21 17:46SIMON JONES: Choudhury, 23, was a target for Bruce in the January window and is understood to be open to the move so he can play more regular football.Steve Bruce FUMES at the implementation of VAR despite new approach after West Ham were awarded a controversial penalty in Newcastle win
15/08/21 21:30Bruce felt the referee Martin Atkinson should have been encouraged to check his monitor after ruling that Jacob Murphy's challenge on Pablo Fornals was a foul for a penalty.Steve Bruce urges young people to take Covid-19 seriously after goalkeeper Karl Darlow was 'wiped out' by the virus and lost nearly TWO STONE in weight
13/08/21 17:39The 30-year-old will miss Saturday's opener at home to West Ham United because of the after-effects of the virus, which he contracted earlier this summer. He spent a week in hospital.Joe Willock completes £22million move to Newcastle from Arsenal on a long-term deal after stellar loan last season - but will NOT be available for the Magpies' Premier League opener against West Ham
13/08/21 15:47The 21-year-old, who has signed a long-term deal, enjoyed a stellar loan spell at St James' Park last season, scoring eight goals in just 14 league games for Steve Bruce's side.Joe Willock undergoes his Newcastle medical ahead of £22m move from Arsenal, with the midfielder set to be available for opening game against West Ham on Sunday
13/08/21 09:55Arsenal midfielder Joe Willock was on Tyneside on Friday morning undergoing a medical as he looked to complete his move to Newcastle. He could be included to play West Ham.Rio Ferdinand scolds 'no man's land' Arsenal for agreeing £22m fee to let Joe Willock join Newcastle as former Manchester United defender insists Gunners 'are not a threat to ANYBODY'
10/08/21 12:55Arsenal's decision to let Joe Willock leave the club permanently has baffled ex-Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand, admitting it's 'sad to see' the once-great club in such a mess.Newcastle make move for Marseille midfielder Boubacar Kamara as they wait for Joe Willock go-ahead... with Steve Bruce desperate to add to squad but Mike Ashley unwilling to spend big
02/08/21 11:00They missed out on Mario Lemina who left Southampton for Nice and are waiting for a definitive answer from Arsenal midfielder Joe Willock over whether he wants to return.Newcastle refuse to comment on reports that Steve Bruce is set to be handed new three-year deal as owner Mike Ashley is 'keen to reward beleaguered boss for keeping club in Premier League last season'
30/07/21 18:20Toon boss Bruce, 60, has felt the wrath of fans ever since his appointment by owner Mike Ashley in 2019. Both were the target of negative chants by some fans during draw at Rotherham on Tuesday.Manchester United unveil their brand new blue and white away kit for the 2021-22 season - with Adidas producing a modern take on their 1990-92 strip
30/07/21 08:04The 2021-22 Manchester United away kit has been dropped, with Adidas' fresh blue and white design set to give fans that warm fuzzy feeling with it's 90's feel.Rotherham 1-1 Newcastle: Jeff Hendrick comes off the bench to earn Steve Bruce's side a draw in the 84th minute after Michael Smith gave the League One side an early lead
27/07/21 20:06The Magpies had to wait until the 84th minute to find the back of the net with Paul Warne's team frustrating their Premier League opponents for large periods.Newcastle increasingly hopeful of signing Joe Willock on another loan deal and expect a decision from Arsenal in the next 48 hours... with Steve Bruce also pushing to sign Marseille midfielder Boubacar Kamara
27/07/21 17:10Steve Bruce has been pushing for an answer from the 21-year-old and Newcastle expect to know within the next 48 hours. They are also hoping to move for Marseille's Boubacar Kamara.Newcastle 'pushing to sign Man United defender Axel Tuanzebe with Steve Bruce urging club's hierarchy to make a breakthrough in the transfer market after being frustrated in their attempts to sign Arsenal's Joe Willock'
26/07/21 23:20The Magpies, who finished 12th in the 2020-2021 campaign, are yet to bring in any new faces with the club still waiting on a decision from Arsenal over their approach for Joe Willock.'There has to be a time where we know - is it going to be yes or no?' Newcastle boss Steve Bruce urges Arsenal to give answer on Joe Willock's situation following friendly win at Doncaster
23/07/21 23:10Willock scored a stunning eight goals in 14 Premier League appearances after joining Newcastle on loan in February and was instrumental in steering them well clear of the relegation zone.Newcastle 'hope to secure deal for Joe Willock now after Arsenal tie down Emile Smith Rowe to a new contract' as Steve Bruce eyes permanent move for youngster after starring on loan
22/07/21 23:53Steve Bruce has made it clear for quite some time that he wants to sign Arsenal youngster Willock on a permanent deal after shining on loan at St James' Park at the end of last season.Newcastle takeover decision delayed again after Premier League arbitration hearing was adjourned until NEXT YEAR... leaving Magpies fans frustrated and wondering whether £300m Saudi-backed deal will go through
19/07/21 20:30The delay, caused by 'issues with the disclosure of evidence', means current and controversial Newcastle owner Mike Ashley could remain at the helm for the whole of next season.Newcastle boss Steve Bruce confirms Andy Carroll has left club following the end of his contract, admitting striker 'wants to go and play somewhere and enjoy his last few years'
19/07/21 19:22Andy Carroll, who played nine times for England, saw his deal expire at the end of the 2020-21 season and his No 7 shirt was recently handed over to Joelinton.Steve Bruce insists Newcastle 'keep badgering away' at Arsenal in hope of signing Joe Willock after his electrifying loan spell last season... but Toon boss admits the youngster's fate is in the hands of the Gunners
18/07/21 22:45Willock joined the Magpies on loan in January in search of first-team football, and was a crucial part in Bruce's side comfortably maintaining their Premier League status by finishing 12th.York City 1-0 Newcastle: Magpies begin pre-season with defeat against NON-LEAGUE side as big names Callum Wilson, Ryan Fraser and Allan Saint-Maximin struggle to inspire Steve Bruce's men
18/07/21 14:56After struggling to carve out any clear chances throughout the 90 minutes, the Magpies were made to pay as Michael Duckworth's excellent header secured the victory for the sixth-tier side.Newcastle's Karl Darlow tests positive for Covid during pre-season training camp, leaving NO first-team goalkeepers available for York Cit friendly, with Martin Dubravka injured and both Freddie Woodman and Mark Gillespie forced to self-isolate
17/07/21 16:10Newcastle's preparations for the 2021-22 campaign have been hit by a blow, with Karl Darlow testing positive for coronavirus just as their pre-season kicks-off.Newcastle United could miss both Martin Dubravka and Elliot Anderson for the start of the Premier League campaign as Steve Bruce sweats on fitness of No 1 goalkeeper following foot injury... as Magpies boss is given £10m budget for summer window
14/07/21 17:36It is Martin Dubravka's foot injury that will be of greatest concern to the boss, while Elliot Anderson has a longstanding hip complaint and has been told to rest for another four weeks.Newcastle 'suffer major blow in pursuit of Joe Willock, with Arsenal set to keep academy product this season'... and Mikel Arteta is planning to give the midfielder pre-season to prove himself starting against Hibernian TONIGHT
13/07/21 09:45The England U21 midfielder had a hugely successful loan spell at St James' Park during the second half of the 2020-21 season, scoring in the final seven matches of the campaign.Newcastle United tie down FIVE players to new deals with Jacob Murphy, Federico Fernandez, Dwight Gayle, Paul Dummett and Fabian Schar all committing their futures to the club
07/07/21 15:47Murphy, Fernandez, Gayle and Dummett have all reported back for pre-season training, while Schar will return later this month after being given extra time to recover from his exertions at Euro 2020.Newcastle United Fixtures Premier League 2021-22: West Ham first up for Steve Bruce's side with early season visit to Man United and tricky games against Liverpool and Man City during the run-in
16/06/21 08:00A visit to Aston Villa follows with Man United away also on the early season agenda on September 11. The Toon face a demanding run-in with Liverpool, Man City and Arsenal lying in wait.Mike Ashley 'set to give £50m transfer war chest to Steve Bruce'... with loan sensation Joe Willock and Liverpool surprise story Nat Phillips in the Newcastle manager's thinking
14/06/21 00:01Willock was transformed into a prolific goalscorer during his loan spell on Tyneside, matching Alan Shearer's record of scoring in seven straight Premier League matches for the Magpies.Newcastle 'eye double loan swoop for Chelsea duo Tammy Abraham and Billy Gilmour next season - but European champions want to sell £40m-rated striker this summer and keep midfielder at Stamford Bridge'
31/05/21 12:46Newcastle are hoping to successfully scour the loan market once again this time with a double raid on Chelsea for Tammy Abraham (right) and Billy Gilmour (left).CRAIG HOPE: Rather than telling critics to 'eat humble pie', Steve Bruce should stay humble and accept what credit comes his way... he and his players have saved Newcastle's season, but the mess was of their own making
24/05/21 15:14CRAIG HOPE: Rather than talk of 'humble pie', Bruce should stay humble and accept what praise comes his way. Driven by the goals of Joe Willock they have belatedly realised their potential.Newcastle United revive interest in Leicester midfielder Hamza Choudhury... but boss Steve Bruce faces battle to persuade owner Mike Ashley to increase transfer budget
22/05/21 16:36Steve Bruce wanted to sign England U21 international Hamza Choudhury in January but Leicester were unwilling to let him out after Dennis Praet picked up a hamstring injury.Steve Bruce vows to press on as Newcastle manager 'as long as people want me to'... and accepts he'll 'never be everyone's cup of tea' as irate fans continue to call for his sacking
21/05/21 13:38The head coach has labelled the dissenters a 'minority' who jeered him during the team's lap of appreciation at St James' Park this week.Steve Bruce fears Joe Willock has done 'too well' on loan spell after scoring six goals in as many games to lead Newcastle to safety... after Mikel Arteta insisted he will stay at Arsenal
21/05/21 12:05Joe Willock arrived at St James' Park from Arsenal in January and scored seven goals in 13 games. Steve Bruce says he is delighted for Willock but says his success is a 'double-edged sword'.Scotland manager Steve Clarke set to pick winger Ryan Fraser in his Euro 2020 squad on Wednesday - despite Newcastle boss Steve Bruce warning it will be a 'gamble' following groin surgery
18/05/21 12:02The Newcastle winger injured his groin on international duty in March and has not featured since undergoing surgery. Steve Clarke will name his 26-man Scotland squad on Wednesday.Newcastle boss Steve Bruce has NO concerns over reception he will get when 10,000 fans return for clash with relegated Sheffield United tomorrow and he admits to 'missing the real atmosphere they create'
18/05/21 10:41There will be 10,000 fans inside the ground when they take on Sheffield United on Wednesday. Bruce says he has no worries about the prospect of supporters venting their feelings towards him.Newcastle monitoring £10m-rated Leeds forward Tyler Roberts despite a new long-term deal for Wales striker on the table from Marcelo Bielsa's side
16/05/21 07:44The Wales international only has one year left on contract and Leeds boss Marcelo Bielsa appreciates the 22-year old's versatility in being able to play as an attacking midfielder or across the frontline.Jose Mourinho 'looking to bring Newcastle's Allan Saint-Maximin to Roma' - with £40m-rated winger earmarked as one of his first signings in his new job
15/05/21 09:59Earlier in May it was confirmed ex-Tottenham manager Mourinho will take over at the Stadio Olimpico from Paulo Fonseca this summer, with Saint-Maximin earmarked as a potential move.Steve Bruce is named Manager of the Month after guiding Newcastle to Premier League safety with two wins and two draws in April... but fans still aren't impressed!
14/05/21 12:05Bruce was awarded the prize after securing eight points from Newcastle's four games in April, with the Magpies unbeaten for the entire month.
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Eni Aluko blames Joey Barton for her dramatic drop in TV punditry work after he called her a 'race card player' Had to disguise herself
EXCLUSIVE BBC star Seema Jaswal opens up on heartbreaking moment she stepped in to hug snooker star John Higgins as he broke down in tears
Stable boy waiting a YEAR for 'one-in-a-million' win as bookmakers refuse to pay out on bet placed He was set for a big windfall from the bet
Carlos Alcaraz reveals he partied in Ibiza for THREE DAYS straight before winning Wimbledon in new Netflix documentary Let his hair down
Snooker icon reveals how he has been tamed by beauty queen partner 23 YEARS his junior after gambling away millions during his heyday
Ronnie O'Sullivan and Ali Carter bitter feud takes yet another twist as fans spot off-camera gesture at the Snooker World Championship Subtle move
Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn face-off for first time since 'egg-gate' - with security on red alert ahead of huge grudge match Explosive reunion?
Lewis Hamilton's vegan burger company 'shuts down' leaving '150 jobless' after recording £8MILLION in losses New report claims
Mykhailo Mudryk doping ban update as chief confirms Chelsea could SAVE a huge chunk of his £88m transfer fee Silver lining for Blues?
Snooker star John Higgins reveals heart-breaking reason behind breaking down in BBC interview after reaching Last-16 at the Crucible Sad scenes
Michael Schumacher's son spotted on celebrity dating app Raya, as he wipes Miss Universe girlfriend from his recent Instagram posts
Leeds WAGs join their £110m Premier League promotion party as partners offer a peek inside champagne-soaked dressing room celebrations
Spain love triangle footballer makes red carpet debut with stunning new girlfriend as he tries to move on from the drama Moving on
Luke Littler hints he will BOYCOTT tournaments in one country in cryptic social media post - after something he 'can't explain' happened there
Man United star Victor Lindelof's wife reveals the shocking real reason why he had to suddenly leave their Europa League win over Lyon mid-match
Watch: The moment Troy Deeney is SENT OFF on his Baller League debut - with former Watford star sparking brawl after clashing with opponent
Sheffield United star has to be held back as rival players clash during pitch invasion - after Burnley are promoted back to the Premier League
Federico Valverde scores stunning stoppage time winner as Real Madrid keep title hopes alive - while suspended Kylian Mbappe is BOOED in the stands by furious fans
Furious Max Verstappen hits out at F1's rulers and insists people 'can't handle the truth'... as a five-second penalty costs him in Saudi Arabia with rival Oscar Piastri claiming victory
Declan Rice gifted signed guitar by Ed Sheeran and challenged to 'play it next time' they meet - after the pair duetted at the England camp during Euro 2020
Ben Whittaker DENIES spitting at Liam Cameron's corner after being branded 'classless' by TV commentator for his reaction after second round victory
Tom Aspinall appears to aim a savage dig at Jon Jones over the UFC legend's doping history - as negotiations for huge heavyweight title fight drag on
Dimitri Payet's former mistress claims he 'forced her to film vile sex acts' and lifts lid on their 'fake wedding' behind wife of 20 years' back
Rory McIlroy's rumoured ex Amanda Balionis back on TV for the first time since his Masters win He became sixth man to clinch career Grand Slam
Kobbie Mainoo posts throwback photo of himself wearing rival's kit to leave fans stunned as Man United star celebrates his 20th birthday
Cardiff place Aaron Ramsey in charge after sacking Omer Riza - with Arsenal legend given three games to save club from relegation
Nicky Butt 'is cautioned by police as he is revealed as the man who headbutted a security guard after being spotted urinating at his birthday party'
Inside the beating heart of Goodison Park as Everton fans prepare to bid farewell to the ground that has united their community for 133 years
Rory McIlroy pictured arriving in Belfast as Masters champion steps off $70million private jet after travelling with daughter Poppy
Lewis Hamilton is blasted as 'f***ing dangerous' by F1 star at Saudi Arabian GP as Ferrari driver learns fate after investigation into incident
Paul Scholes sparks concern over his appearance during TV punditry gig for Man United's win over Lyon He was on punditry duty on Thursday night
Doting dad Cristiano Ronaldo shows his softer side as footballer playfully celebrates daughter's 3rd birthday with heartwarming Instagram post
Neymar is carted off pitch in tears after ANOTHER injury blow, as joy of 100th home game for boyhood side Santos turns to despair Sad and familiar sight
Jude Bellingham breaks silence after Real Madrid's humbling Champions League defeat by Arsenal - following clashes with Rice and Saka
Incredible moment the third fastest woman EVER turns up to her son's sports day mums' race... and shows no mercy Olympian at play
Harry Kane fights back tears in front of fans as England captain's career-long trophy drought stretches past 15 years with Bayern Munich's shock defeat
Serena Williams claims she would have been 'banned for TWENTY YEARS' if tennis superstar had failed doping test like world No1 Jannik Sinner
Rory McIlroy's wife Erica Stoll reacts to 'mystery blonde' who hugged him after Masters win Came after he had celebrated with family
Myles Lewis-Skelly pokes fun at Antonio Rudiger after Real Madrid defender got away with STAMP on teenage star during Arsenal's victory
Arsenal WAGs enjoy memorable night in Madrid as Bukayo Saka's girlfriend Tolami Benson celebrates win over Real Champions League win
Scottie Scheffler reveals the truth behind Rory McIlroy Green Jacket moment after backlash for 'classless' move World No 1's exit
Harriet Dart's spikiest on-court moments: A cut-throat rivalry and rows with umpires - after Brit star told opponent who smelt 'really bad' to put deodorant on
Olympics gender-row boxer Imane Khelif reveals body transformation plans to fight at the next Games - with eyes on another gold medal
Sport's ultimate power couple 'in deep CRISIS': Ex-Man United star Bastian Schweinsteiger and tennis ace Ana Ivanovic 'face marriage split after nine years'
British star Harriet Dart issues apology for asking umpire to tell her opponent to put deodorant on - before French player delivers hilarious response
Watch Unai Emery's priceless reactions to Aston Villa missing two golden chances to draw level with PSG in dramatic Champions League exit
Embarrassing moment Aston Villa play EUROPA LEAGUE anthem instead of Champions League theme as players line up for crunch quarter-final
Princes William and George are joined by the Duke and Duchess of Westminster to watch Aston Villa's thrilling Champions League battle against PSG
Speedway champion Tai Woffinden provides health update after life-threatening crash left him in a coma He was airlifted to hospital for emergency treatment after collision
Former Man United Premier League winner, 43, looks unrecognisable as he blends in with fans on his Old Trafford return Remember him?
Tennis fans blast 'disrespectful' British star Harriet Dart after she asked umpire to tell her opponent to put DEODORANT on in mid-match complaint
Snooker star reveals he almost died from being spiked with KETAMINE on a night out as he thanks manager for saving his life
Rory McIlroy's chef reveals what could be on the menu for his Champions Dinner after Master win - and it's not Irish stew! Food for thought
Inside the lavish $22m mansion that Rory McIlroy shares with wife Erica Stoll and daughter Poppy - as Masters champion returns home after Augusta triumph
World Cup winner reveals rare genetic condition that leaves doctors wondering 'how he can WALK' - and reveals what he should have done sooner
Cristiano Ronaldo's girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez shows off her huge 'engagement ring', weeks after he gave a savage reason for why he hasn't married her
Henry blasts Man United player for doing something he's 'never seen before' - as Carragher compares them to under-FIVES for goal conceded at Newcastle
Bizarre error sees the WRONG Fulham player subbed off - with fuming boss Marco Silva told the decision can't be reversed after five-minute delay
EXCLUSIVE Rory McIlroy in line to be awarded freedom of his hometown after thrilling Masters victory completed career Grand Slam
Jack Grealish 'racks up £5,000 bar bill and copies Wolf of Wall Street gesture as Man City star parties in swanky London nightclub'
Chelsea's toxic atmosphere is laid bare in new Stamford Bridge footage after Enzo Maresca appeared to go to war with his own fans after Ipswich draw
Football fans left perplexed and confused as Real Madrid legend Luka Modric, 39, becomes minority owner at mid-table Championship club
Barcelona women's star who touched an opponent's genitals and asked 'do you have a d***' during a match is BANNED for 'inappropriate touching'
Newcastle star Dan Burn hailed as a 'legend' after being filmed pushing a stranger's broken-down car to safety Video goes viral
Heartbreak for Tom Brady as Birmingham City lose EFL Trophy final after NFL legend jets in for Wembley clash Beaten by Peterborough
Kylian Mbappe sent off for 'disgusting' horror challenge - just days before Real Madrid's crucial Champions League clash against Arsenal
EXCLUSIVE Michael Schumacher signs Jackie Stewart crash helmet - with the aid of his wife - for charity auction... 12 years after horror skiing accident
Conor McGregor puts $500,000 bet on UFC 314 showdown between Michael Chandler and Paddy Pimblett after teasing potential comeback fight
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe admitted to hospital and will miss Magpies' clash with Man United Howe had felt unwell earlier in week
Tammy Abraham starts PRAYING after horrendous head clash knocked out AC Milan team-mate The sickening collision left Abraham concerned
Shocking moment Masters star Max Homa smashes shot into helpless caddie... before screaming at him US star had a moment to forget
Mohamed Salah SIGNS new £380,000-per-week Liverpool deal as club's owners break their own golden rule to keep 'The Egyptian King'
Andre Onana could be DROPPED for Man United's trip to Newcastle after Lyon horror show - as Ruben Amorim prepares to wield the axe
You can afford a couple more of those now, Mo! Salah shows off £725,000 watch at his Liverpool new £50m contract signing presentation
Football's podcast war: Gary Lineker sticks the knife into rival Gary Neville's pod for 'languishing miles behind' while he rakes in £1.4m profit
Manchester United supporters accuse French police of tear-gassing them after being kept behind in the stadium following 2-2 draw in Lyon
Paul Scholes blasts Andre Onana for his two blunders in Man United's 2-2 draw against Lyon - as goalkeeper endures nightmare evening
Luke Littler upstaged by hometown hero Nathan Aspinall in Manchester - as 'The Asp' claims Premier League Darts win in front of Wayne Rooney
Conor McGregor posts training clip - teasing comeback and declares which UFC 314 fight he is 'interested' in Will we see a return?
Prince William goes through emotional rollercoaster watching his beloved Aston Villa in Paris as he relishes 'making really important memories' with George
Rory McIlroy's daughter Poppy upstages her dad with astonishing putt at iconic Masters Par-3 contest Poppy lit up Augusta
Jude Bellingham's dismissive reaction to manager Carlo Ancelotti caught in new footage from Arsenal loss - with Real Madrid boss 'mortally wounded'
Injured Gabriel is glued to his seat under a blanket as his wife goes wild at Arsenal's Champions League win over Real Madrid Warm celebrations
Meet the owners of 1,900-square-foot house next to Masters golf course who have turned down MILLIONS to sell to Augusta National owners
Fans hail 'humble' Rice for his brilliant interview with Arsenal legend Henry after scoring TWO free-kicks in Champions League win over Real Madrid
Three Real stars called out for 'no sign of life' in Spanish press after loss at Arsenal: 'Tragedy in London'... 'A shipwreck'... 'Humiliation'
Fans joke Micah Richards could be SACKED for 'crude' on-air gag that left Jamie Carragher in stitches Remark saw Carragher burst out laughing
Kylian Mbappe's priceless reaction to Declan Rice scoring TWO incredible free-kicks in 12 minutes as Arsenal secure dominant Champions League win
Jockey who was banned after riding tragic Celebre d'Allen at Grand National DELETES his social media following backlash from Aintree