He will miss Newcastle's first two Premier League games of the season but will be available again for their home league game against Tottenham on 1 September.
Newcastle 'not scared off' by Parish interviewpublished at 10:44 15 August
10:44 15 August
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The Telegraph's Luke Edwards says his "gut feeling" tells him a price for Marc Guehi will be met so that the defender can sign for Newcastle.
Crystal Palace have rejected three offers from the Magpies, with the latest bid understood to be in the region of £60m.
"It has legs," said Edwards on BBC Radio 5 Live's Football Daily podcast. "Crystal Palace's chairman Steve Parish gave a very interesting interview which basically said he is available to buy but you will have to pay top money for him.
"Newcastle have not been scared off by that. Negotiations are continuing and everybody on both sides will want it to be less public now.
"Newcastle have tried to go low ball and get a bit of a bargain because they know he wants to come, so I think it will go quiet in the meantime.
"My gut feeling is that it will get done and it is a brilliant signing for them if it is."
Phil McNulty's predictions - Newcastlepublished at 09:02 15 August
09:02 15 August
It's that time of the year again - the annual act of foolishness in which I try to predict the outcome of the 2024-25 season for all 20 Premier League clubs.
Newcastle - ninth
Strange summer at Newcastle United, with churn backstage caused by the departure of Amanda Staveley from the boardroom and the arrival of Paul Mitchell as sporting director following Dan Ashworth's move to Manchester United.
The European football Newcastle thought they had was taken away by Manchester United's FA Cup final win over Manchester City, while profit and sustainability rules (PSR) meant the reluctant sales of Elliot Anderson to Nottingham Forest and Yankuba Minteh to Brighton respectively.
And then came the revelation that the departure of last season's star man and England winger Anthony Gordon to Liverpool had even been discussed to raise funds until other players left.
Throw in the speculation linking manager Eddie Howe with England and it has hardly been plain sailing on Tyneside.
However, if Newcastle can get a deal for Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi, arguably England's best player at Euro 2024, over the line then the club and the Toon Army will feel a lot better about themselves.
Top 10 but still some uncertainty at Newcastle United.
Dig into the data - what will season deliver?published at 12:10 14 August
12:10 14 August
Chris Collinson BBC Sport football statistician
Newcastle will be aiming to fly back up into the Champions League places this campaign... and while their attack from last season is already worthy of a top-four finish, their defence will have to improve.
The Magpies scored 17 more goals than when they finished fourth in 2022-23 despite actually taking 20 fewer shots. While that proves just how ruthless they were in front of goal, their xG shows they were still the best attack in terms of creating chances outside of the top three.
However, they were considerably worse defensively, conceding 29 more goals and facing 147 more shots. While a fully-fit Nick Pope should help improve that, Eddie Howe will need to find the right balance if St James’ Park is to welcome the likes of Paris St-Germain once again.
When is the Carabao Cup second-round draw?published at 11:54 14 August
11:54 14 August
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The draw for the second round of the Carabao Cup will take place on Wednesday at the conclusion of the first-round tie between Leeds United and Middlesbrough.
Thirteen Premier League clubs will enter in the second round, as will Luton Town and Burnley, who were relegated from the top flight in 18th and 19th positions last season.
The draw for round two will be regionalised into northern and southern sections.
The seven Premier League clubs playing in European competitions in 2024-25, including Carabao Cup holders Liverpool, will come in at the third-round stage.
The key dates for the competition are as follows:
Second round - w/c 26 August
Third round - w/c 16 and w/c 23 September
Fourth round - w/c 28 October
Quarter-finals - w/c 16 December
Semi-finals - w/c 6 January (first leg) and w/c 3 February
Breakout star? It's season predictionspublished at 13:09 13 August
13:09 13 August
Charlotte Robson Newcastle United Fan Writer
Where will you finish in the league and why?
It’s a massive season for Newcastle United who, without European football, have to prove that they belong in the conversation at the top of the table. We’re going to see a refocused, reenergised squad who know that their mission is to finish in the top four. We were depleted last season as we dealt with an unprecedented injury crisis (two dislocated shoulders, two broken backs, two knee tears, one small broken foot bone, and a ripped pec) ((seriously, a ripped pec)) but we now have depth back in the squad. I think we will finish fifth and secure European football for another season. My hope is that we finish fourth and get back into the Champions League, and that we get to one cup final this time around.
Who is the best signing or has he not signed yet and who should it be?
We’ve been linked with Marc Guehi from Palace who shone at the Euros as one of England's top defenders. If Newcastle pull this off, and we pick up a decent right winger, that would mark a very successful window. Defensively we were shabby last season and bringing this talent in would be huge.
What do you want from your manager this season?
Eddie Howe has a lot to prove. He had readymade excuses for our oscillating form last season but he won’t have that for 24-25. I want to see more ruthlessness from him - one of the major fan criticisms of the way Howe manages is that he does so with a little too much loyalty to some players. I’d like to see him being more tactically flexible.
Who will be the breakout star in your squad?
I’m excited to see what Will Osula can do - he’s the perfect profile for Eddie Howe as he’s young with a lot to prove, and he won’t slot straight into the first team, but I think at the back end of the season we’ll see him more and he’ll be a really important player for us.
What is your one major concern?
My concern for 24-25 isn’t specifically on the pitch as I trust the journey we are on and expect Eddie Howe and Jason Tindall (affectionately referred to as Mad Dog in these parts) to be excellent guides. I worry that the wider fan base - particularly those on social media - will turn. Last season we had tough games and bad results which saw animosity online and at the ground. There is strength in unity, and players have said how much of a boost they get from the fans. I hope that if results don’t go our way as we get into the new year and our harder fixtures we all remain calm. Hopefully it's not a necessary worry because we’ll just win everything.
The transfer landscapepublished at 11:14 13 August
11:14 13 August
Harry De Cosemo BBC Sport
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Before all of the boardroom upheaval at Newcastle United there were some concerning developments at the end of June. Newcastle raised about £70m from the sales of Yankuba Minteh to Brighton and Elliot Anderson to Nottingham Forest, while also signing goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos from the latter.
There was genuine concern that Newcastle could follow Everton and Forest in incurring a points deduction if they didn't cover a shortfall in their accounts by 30 June.
In more hectic moments, there were conversations with Liverpool over a potential deal for Anthony Gordon. Although an agreement could not be reached, rumours persist and with two years to run on his contract at St James’ Park, Newcastle are vulnerable. However, midfielder Bruno Guimaraes’ release clause has expired and the club are confident of keeping him.
Meanwhile, Newcastle are keen to strengthen at centre-back and right wing after completing the signing of Sheffield United striker William Osula, which was well-timed with Callum Wilson recovering from back surgery. Lloyd Kelly has arrived on a free transfer from Bournemouth, while Crystal Palace have rejected bids for Marc Guehi.
Speaking after the first of back-to-back pre-season wins against Girona and Brest at the weekend, Howe stated he wanted to add quality, not quantity.
"We will try to make the right decisions and are hopeful of adding at least one player to the group," he said. "If you’re going to add to the squad, players have to push the team to new levels. There’s not many who will make us better.
Newcastle have weathered an initial storm to enjoy a strong pre-season and there is positivity and excitement around the club again, despite a lack of major signings.
But with so much change in the air and no European football to distract from their aims of a Champions League return, pressure will be ramped up for everyone to deliver.
Newcastle release 2024-25 away kitpublished at 09:11 13 August
09:11 13 August
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Newcastle have unveiled their away kit for the 2024-25 season.
A club statement describes the kit as "the return of the classic navy and burgundy horizontal stripes, contrasting a contemporary monochromatic club crest, distinguishing it from its 90s predecessor".
What do you make of it, Newcastle fans? Will you be buying this shirt?
Charlotte FC open talks about Almironpublished at 08:36 13 August
08:36 13 August
Nizaar Kinsella BBC Sport football news reporter
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Charlotte FC have opened talks with Newcastle to sign winger Miguel Almiron.
The Major League Soccer team is led by former Aston Villa, Leicester and Brentford manager Dean Smith and there is a confidence they can strike a deal with Newcastle.
The Magpies are believed to be open to a sale but it is accepted that it will be more difficult to convince Almiron, 30, to return to the United States, where he won the MLS Cup with Atlanta United before moving to St James' Park in a £21m move in 2018.
The secondary MLS transfer window closes on 14 August.
Gossip: Magpies search for Guehi alternativespublished at 07:52 13 August
07:52 13 August
Newcastle are looking at alternative options for a centre-back despite submitting a third bid to sign Crystal Palace and England defender Marc Guehi, 24. (Athletic - subscription required), external
Newcastle are set to target Chelsea's 22-year-old English winger Noni Madueke if Eddie Howe's side sell Paraguay midfielder Miguel Almiron, 30, to Charlotte FC. (ipaper), external
Is the England job a distraction for Howe?published at 16:40 12 August
16:40 12 August
Harry De Cosemo BBC Sport
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In short, no. This is what he said when first asked about the role, since confirming that there has been no formal contact from the Football Association.
"For me, as long as I am happy and feel supported and feel free to do the work that I love to do at Newcastle, I’ll be very happy and I am very happy," he said.
"It is an unbelievable football club. There has been no thought in my mind on anything else and I have been very committed to the job here."
Howe has always spoken publicly about his love of coaching "day to day", which is something he would have to give up if he were to replace Gareth Southgate.
He is also extremely settled in the North East with his family; it might be hard to prise him away, even if compensation could be agreed. Darren Eales has confirmed Howe signed a new multi-year contract last summer, which was not formally announced.
England talk won’t derail Howe’s focus. He is intense on every detail and as he said, that won’t waver; it is irrelevant until an offer is made, and that is not imminent after Lee Carsley was confirmed as interim boss.
A day in the life of Newcastle reporter Raisbeckpublished at 12:54 12 August
12:54 12 August
Ever wondered what a matchday for BBC Radio Newcastle's Matthew Raisbeck looks like?
The man behind the microphone gives a peek behind the scenes as he watches the Magpies' pre-season friendly with Girona.
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Mitchell in - Newcastle's key summer momentspublished at 11:19 12 August
11:19 12 August
Harry de Cosemo BBC Sport
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At the beginning of July, Newcastle announced the appointment of Paul Mitchell as their sporting director, replacing the Manchester United-bound Dan Ashworth. It was a real coup to lure a man who had an incredibly strong reputation after working with the likes of Tottenham, RB Leipzig and Monaco.
Not even a week later, Staveley left the club. In practical terms, it would change very little; every key job in the football, finance and commercial departments, which she had initially taken on after the takeover from previous owner Mike Ashley, had been filled by an industry-leading expert.
But in terms of perception, it was huge; Staveley remains incredibly popular with fans, as the instigator in usurping the ever-unpopular Ashley, and she was a huge emotional support to the players and, crucially, Eddie Howe.
It means Darren Eales, the CEO, is left to take a more proactive role at the front of the club. In an in-house interview with club media, Eales said Mitchell's role would be "90% recruitment", which differed from Ashworth who was "the centre of the wheel", as he himself put it, looking after the academy, scouting and women’s team.
Ashworth had also reportedly been unable to build a close relationship with Howe, who is known to be very private, trusting the "inner circle" of his coaching staff. With Mitchell coming in, as well as James Bunce - the new performance director whom he worked with at Monaco - and a streamlined brief which on the surface infringes on Howe’s role, the structure around the head coach has changed.
While on a pre-season training camp in Germany, Howe didn’t ease the tension when he said he needed to be happy with the dynamic for his sake and Newcastle’s. It was a very deliberate message to say he needs to be allowed to do his work.
Following a pre-season win at Hull on 27 July, Howe spoke of "positive talks", "multiple daily recruitment meetings" and the need for "collaboration".
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