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Gordon took some cracking set pieces last season

Was that before/after he injured his hamstring?

I think that depends on who we bring in - they are strengthening well.

Worth it - he's class

Is this Trips wanting to leave or Newcastle wanting to sell?

Sounds like it was a bad injury as well https://onefootball.com/en/news/milan-star-malick-thiaws-injury-said-to-be-serious-38640607

I assume that is a good thing?

I actually thought he did alright when he played last season

bring him home

I could understand if Al Ittihad had different owners but the are the same - PIF.

surely it's not that hard avoiding buying players from direct rivals? It's like it is not even in their thinking.

I don't see how you have come to that conclusion? He clearly wants to retain some control with regards recruitment. If PIF refuse to give him that then that'll be the main reason he'll be off. England job just gives him a great opportunity should he leave.

This lad has got his work cut out

Q "Any transfers close?" A "Not currently No" - said quite abruptly

https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/13180810/eddie-howe-to-england-newcastle-head-coach-says-he-has-unwavering-commitment-to-the-club-but-says-new-magpies-structure-has-to-work

maybe this is why she left?

Betfair analytics is - I don't think he would have been so publicly accused if they didn't have some strong evidence already.

Agreed but why should it take the whole season to investigate? If innocent it's not fair to the player to have this hanging over his head for so long. If guilty he shouldn't be playing.

Ambition

Fewer blank and double games weeks ruins the game a bit as well. As that was where the main strategy came in to play. Shame.

Not sure if that is a good thing - will make the game easier i.e. less planning needed.

Didn't they say we probably wouldn't hear the verdict?

Joelinton hasn't an ounce of fat - just a machine