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From transfermarkt looks like he mainly plays on the LW (https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/alexander-prass/profil/spieler/434116) so that could affect the per 90 averages a bit (if that's the case). Bit odd they say he gets 0 assists per 90 when in the years' stats they say he got 4 assists in 30 games (and 79th % expected xG). Also got 2 assists at the Euros.

If Toney leaves Mbeumo's their star player. Can't see him being sold in the same window without a ridiculous offer.

Also, re our last summer window, let's face it, we spent a ton of money swapping one decent winger for another, bought two backup fullbacks and a super expensive Italian who didn't speak English and didn't particularly want to move from his club. There was always a good chance Tonali would struggle to settle in his first year, even without the betting thing. It could turn out to be a good long-term window if Hall and Tino establish themselves and Tonali comes back good, but with champions league to offer signings, we didn't really strike while the iron was hot in terms of bolstering the first team with ready-to-go champions league quality players.

Howe tends to play the media with a straighter bat than Geoffrey Boycott in a drag club. That's what's really so notable about his comments for me, not the specifics of what he said but that he would publicly allude to dissatisfaction at all.

I've decided the comments about needing to feel comfortable and happy are basically his way of saying 'You will never make me do an interview for NUFC TV again!'

Powerplay move from Eddie. That said, I wonder if his obessive nature can make him unwilling to delegate. He's spent his whole managerial career basically being in control of absolutely everything. I'm not sure how well he handles not having complete authority.

Need this confirmed by Mouth of the Toon.

Cheeky £30 million bid for Branthwaite anyone?

Rob Lee reference

I've never heard anything other than Murphy is an absolute top fella and a really fun, positive person. He's worth his weight in memes to the squad for that alone.

Just need to point out that Newcastle is closer to the south of France than wherever the hell Juventus actually is and I'm sure we'll get out man, who we're probably not actually looking to sign anyway.

Comes across well, seems pretty personable, though I'd assume he can be a ruthless bastard with the best of them. He looks significantly less like a lizard than Ashworth does, which I guess is probably a good thing.

I like it. Wouldn't mind a Hawaiian shirt version.

Was how Spain's manager got his job, he's spent the last decade or so managing up the Spain youth teams until he got the main gig.

Should have been more injury time given the time wasting but best team won tbf.

Feels like both teams content with penalties.

Unless we were to sign him and loan him back, which would make more sense than signing him and sitting him on the bench. Did well in League One. Struggled in the Premiership. Year in the Championship seems logical for his development.

'Bunce' and 'bacon' can both refer to making money as well. Coincidence?

Well I hope Miggy stays forever and continues to rile everyone who still hasn't made their peace with his lack of a right foot. I hope he wins a massive lottery payout, buys the club and then proceeds to assemble a squad of only the most one-footed lefties on the market. And I hope he smiles, happily, the whole time.

I really like the top one as well, think pretty much anyone could wear that, it's a sober colour and pretty subtle in its detailing. Second one, could be that camo stuff's just not my thing, but I'd be concerned it might make you look like the sort of person who takes paintballing way too seriously.

Sad to see them go, they brought a very personable feel to the club's board and played a huge part in what has been a happy and prosperous period for the club.

I'd also like to know just how class the atmposphere at SJP is, and just how important it is that the atmosphere is class. If he has any thoughts on just how much he loves a No. 9 that'd be a bonus too.

I reckon Jack's got picked simply because of his thread-starting noteriety. He's the Boris Johnson of the forum, ensuring he hogs the public eye.

He has the teeth of a Liverpool player. Keep the faith.

I'd say 16 in 43 games is a good return from a 20/21 year old in his first year in the country.