Newcastle United

Newcastle are interested in Nottingham Forest's 22-year-old Sweden forward Anthony Elanga. (Teamtalk, external)

Want more transfer news? Read Wednesday's full gossip column

Image source, Getty Images

BBC Radio Newcastle's Matthew Raisbeck has been explaining how Magpies supporters are feeling after homegrown talent Elliot Anderson signed for Nottingham Forest on Monday.

The 21-year-old came through Newcastle United's academy and went on to make 55 first-team appearances under Eddie Howe.

"It has been a chaotic few days," Raisbeck told BBC Radio Nottingham's Shut Up And Show More Football podcast. "The club needed to sell players to comply with profit and sustainability regulations.

"There were a few players who were close to leaving the club, but for Elliot Anderson to be sacrificed by Newcastle - being a Geordie and having come through the academy - is a decision which hurts.

"It has upset some of the supporters because they want to see players coming through the academy - that already doesn't happen enough at Newcastle.

"Anderson had made an impact, but he also had some injuries and there was a lot of competition in midfield. When he got a run of games at the end of the season, he looked really good.

"He is competitive, energetic and versatile. He is technically very capable. You can see he has good habits and obviously has been coached well at the academy, but there is also a lot of natural ability there.

"The club and the supporters felt Elliot had a high ceiling.

"Newcastle were reluctant to let him go - but they really had no choice given there was this soft deadline approaching on 30 June."

Listen to the full podcast on BBC Sounds

Image source, Getty Images

England have only conceded two goals in four games so far at Euro 2024, but even in defence manager Gareth Southgate has fresh food for thought going into Saturday's quarter-final against Switzerland.

Newcastle United defender Kieran Trippier took a knock to his leg in the second half against Slovakia and had to be withdrawn, leaving Arsenal's Bukayo Saka to fill in at left-back.

The Three Lions will definitely be without Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi, who will serve a one-match suspension after picking up a second yellow card of the tournament.

England's defensive display against Slovakia was "all over the place", according to former Three Lions midfielder Danny Murphy, who fears if they "play better opposition" they will be "in a world of trouble".

Ex-Three Lions captain Alan Shearer said it will be "fascinating how England cope with three up front for the Swiss" and called for Ezri Konsa of Aston Villa to come in for the banned Guehi, with Manchester United's Luke Shaw at left-back.

Former England full-back Micah Richards wants to see Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold at right-back, with Kyle Walker of Manchester City switched to the left.

Gary Lineker is more broadly concerned with the manner in which England's backline operated against Slovakia, and its impact on the rest of the side.

"The defence were very deep. We have a player in John Stones who likes to come forward but he was deep," added the former England skipper.

"Then [England have] two midfielders, often as deep as the back four. Then a huge gap to Bellingham and Kane. They were so spread out it was impossible to play passing football.

"They weren’t cohesive. They were disjointed and unbalanced. It was as though they had just met each other."

Read more on what is next for England and pick your starting XI

Anthony Gordon's head has been turned by interest from Liverpool, but Newcastle United insist the 23-year-old England winger will not be sold. (Telegraph - subscription required), external

Liverpool remain interested in Gordon and could make another move to sign him this summer. (Teamtalk), external

A Saudi Pro League club is in talks with Newcastle over a deal for 30-year-old Paraguay forward Miguel Almiron. (Sky Sports), external

Newcastle United are determined to keep Sweden striker Alexander Isak amid reports linking the 24-year-old with a move to Arsenal or Chelsea. (Football London), external

Want more transfer news? Read Tuesday's full gossip column

We asked for your views on Newcastle's recent transfer activity, including selling Elliot Anderson to Nottingham Forest and offering Anthony Gordon to Liverpool.

Here are some of your answers:

Mark: Anderson leaving for around £35m is good business. It's a shame to see academy prospects leave though. Gordon should not be allowed to leave, with Bruno and Isak they are our future, the team should be built around them.

Tony: I'd rather sell fringe players than suffer a points deduction for breach of FFP. Yes sympathy for Elliot Anderson a Whitley Bay lad, but his new financial package will more than make up for a sense of being surplus to requirements.

Darren: Selling Gordon would’ve been the sort of thing Ashley would’ve done. Us fans were under the impression that our new owners are here to compete, how can we do that if there’s talk of selling one of, if not our most outstanding players we’ve had in a while? The majority of our attacking play goes through Gordon. The club need to hold on to him.

John: Anderson is good business but letting Gordon go is utter madness. If the team doesn't have quality players like him then they will never attract quality players or win anything.

Jonny: The sale of Anderson, while disappointing, is understandable and something we need to just get used to. Nobody wanted to see Andy Carroll leave but when the price is right - it’s right. At least this time we know the money will be used well. As for Gordon, the idea of losing him is absolutely ludicrous. He is going to be a huge, huge star!

Image source, Getty Images

Newcastle United have signed Lewis Hall on a permanent contract following the defender's successful loan spell last season.

The left-back made 22 appearances for Eddie Howe's side throughout the 2023-24 campaign, scoring two goals.

After signing his long-term deal, the Chelsea academy graduate and boyhood Magpies supporter said: "When you pull on the black and white shirt, there is no feeling like it - and playing in front of the best supporters in the country is extra special for me, being a Toon fan.

"I gained a lot of experience last season and, with the squad we have, we will be looking to push on even further this season. I can't wait to get started."

Howe added: "Lewis was a very good addition to our squad last season - we have been delighted with his progress and his contribution to the team.

"As well as being a talented player, he has a great attitude towards the game and his own development. I'm excited for this next part of his journey."

Meanwhile, the Magpies have also signed 37-year-old goalkeeper John Ruddy following his contract expiration at Birmingham City.

Ruddy, who joins on a one-year deal, said: "It was an opportunity I couldn't turn down.

"It is a huge club which is only going one way and to be a part of that, however big or small, is going to be very pleasing and very exciting."

Howe added: "He has a huge amount of experience and adds a level of support and competition that we need."

The announcement follows the arrival of goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos from Nottingham Forest earlier on Monday.

How do you feel about Newcastle's transfer activity over the past few days, Magpies fans?

Let us know your thoughts here, external

Image source, Getty Images

The summer outgoings at Newcastle United have started as Elliot Anderson, who has been at the club since he was eight, signs for Nottingham Forest.

Newcastle's proposal of letting Anthony Gordon join Liverpool in a deal which included acquiring Jarell Quansah has been rejected by the Reds.

Do you think Anderson's departure is a good bit of business for the club and player? And are you open to last season's stand-out performer, Gordon, also moving on for the right price?

Let us know your thoughts here, external

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has made it clear to the club's board that they should not be looking to cash in on 24-year-old Sweden striker Alexander Isak this summer, amid interest from Chelsea. (Fabrizio Romano via Teamtalk), external

Want more transfer news? Read Monday's full gossip column

Image source, Getty Images

Newcastle's Anthony Gordon is putting aside club friendships as England come up against Martin Dubravka's Slovakia on Sunday.

The Magpies team-mates could come face to face when their two nations meet in the last 16 of Euro 2024 in Germany.

Goalkeeper Dubravka has featured in all three of Slovakia's games so far, while Gordon had his first and only minutes in the Three Lions' draw with Slovenia.

Speaking at a pre-match news conference, the winger said: "Dubravka is a top guy. I've played with him for a year and a half now and he has been really important for Newcastle.

"A top guy and a top goalkeeper. I hope he loses in the game, but Slovakia are very organised and have threats on the counter, direct players and experienced players.

"It will be a very difficult game and we're preparing for that."

Dubravka, who is Newcastle's second-choice goalkeeper, became a key figure for the side last season when he had to step in for the injured Nick Pope - featuring 30 times.

Asked whether they spoke before heading off to the tournament about playing for their countries, Gordon said: "No, we didn't speak too much.

"We spoke about the tournament in general and excitement of it, but not too much about the individual teams."

Image source, Getty Images

Newcastle's Anthony Gordon says he knows he is a "nightmare" to play against.

The 23-year-old winger was brought on as a late substitute in England's final group game against Slovenia on Tuesday - his first taste of major tournament football.

Gordon was able to impact play when he came on, providing width and pace to the left side of the Three Lions' attack, but afterwards said he was "frustrated" with his lack of involvement so far in Germany.

"My strengths are I'm direct, I'm quick," he said.

"I'm a nightmare for anyone I play against. I'm positive when I get the ball. I'm always trying to make something happen.

"I'm not a very safe player, I'm always going for it and I'm always trying to put people on the back foot. With the other players we have, I think I add a different element to the team.

"If and when I'm called upon, I will be ready."

After lacklustre displays from Gareth Southgate's side so far, many fans and pundits have been calling for the former Everton player to start Sunday's last-16 tie against Slovakia.

"It brings a lot of unpredictably [how I play]. I win a lot of fouls and it can put teams on the back foot and that is just the way I play football," added Gordon.

"That works for me and that is the way I feel best playing. I know how hard I am to play against. I can feel it. I know people don't like playing against me so it has worked for me and I'm going to carry on doing it."

Image source, Getty Images

Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon on that accident during a bike ride with the England team:

"I was going down the hill and tried to take a picture for my family and before I knew it I was face first into the floor. It's only few cuts, it’s not anything painful.

"The front brake is on the left-hand side and I tried to press the right one to slow down - and it didn’t slow down, it came to a full stop. I’ve gone 10 feet in the air, chin first.

"I just carried on and finished the bike ride. When I got back to camp, I had to put stuff on it, which absolutely stung. To be fair, no-one saw me thankfully."

Image source, Getty Images

Newcastle United have confirmed they will travel to Championship side Hull City for a pre-season friendly.

The game against the Tigers, who finished seventh in the second tier last season, will take place on Saturday, 27 July at 14:00 BST.

Following that match, the Magpies will travel to Japan to participate in the J League International Series 2024 where they will take on Urawa Red Diamonds and Yokohama Marinos.

Those fixtures will take place on 31 July and 3 August respectively as Eddie Howe and his team continue their preparations for the new Premier League season.

Image source, Getty Images

Managers will always outwardly support their players on the international stage, but you can be sure one or two will privately be hoping for an early exit from Euro 2024 for a few of their star men.

International tournament summers disrupt pre-season for managers.

Various players from different nations return to their clubs at different times, sometimes with injuries, holidays get postponed and rescheduled. As a general rule, the best players are more likely to play for the best nations and therefore go further in international tournaments.

The Euro 2024 final will take place on 14 July. Over half of Premier League clubs already have a pre-season fixture scheduled within 10 days of that.

Of English clubs, unsurprisingly, Premier League champions Manchester City have comfortably the most players in the Euro 2024 knockouts. The best represented Premier League side at the start of the competition have a full line-up of 11 stars still in Germany.

They are followed by the rest of last season's top three - Arsenal and Liverpool - who have eight and seven respectively. Manchester United also have seven while Brentford - aided by their healthy Danish contingent - have six and Crystal Palace five.

Championship play-off winners Southampton's three representatives were all eliminated at the group stage, while fellow newly promoted side Ipswich have not seen their summer impacted at all by players at Euro 2024.

Of the Championship-winning Leicester squad, goalkeeper Mads Hermansen and defenders Wout Faes and Jannik Vestergaard remain in Germany - as does Turkey's Yunus Akgun, who spent last season on loan with the Foxes.

This data was provided by Opta and counts the clubs where players finished at the end of the 2023-24 season.