Liverpool are interested in 23-year-old Newcastle United and England winger Anthony Gordon. (Star), external
Any deal for Gordon could scupper Arsenal's hopes of signing Newcastle's 24-year-old Sweden striker Alexander Isak this summer. (Express), external
Meanwhile, the Magpies are favourites to sign 26-year-old English defender Tosin Adarabioyo on a free transfer, when his Fulham contract expires this summer. (Mail), external
Harry Poole
BBC Sport journalist
Image source, Getty ImagesEddie Howe believes Newcastle's draw with a determined Brighton could yet prove a valuable point, but his side cannot afford to make any mistakes from here in their pursuit of European football.
Requiring Tottenham to lose both their remaining two games to have any chance of stealing fifth spot, Newcastle must focus their attention on keeping hold of sixth - which could yet offer Europa League football if Manchester City win the FA Cup later this month.
Their penultimate fixture, a trip to Old Trafford on Wednesday to face Manchester United, now becomes a massive game.
Manchester United, and Chelsea, could both end the weekend level on points with Newcastle, who are almost certainly guaranteed to remain sixth by virtue of their superior goal difference.
While the hosts matched the energy of the crowd, Alexander Isak found clear-cut opportunities hard to come by on Saturday - and Howe will hope the Sweden forward can be reunited with the absent Callum Wilson for the final push to help the Magpies over the line.
Eddie Howe spoke to BBC Sport after Newcastle's draw with Brighton: "Tough game, we knew it would be, Brighton are always difficult opponents.
"I don't think we hit the heights we needed to win it but, if anyone was going to, I thought it would be us.
"Poor goal [to concede] from us, we did start well, we were progressive and out of nothing they take the lead. I'm just disappointed with our product around the box and there probably weren't enough clear-cut chances.
"Without a doubt the scene, the environment created by the supporters [has contributed to good home record]. Even when Brighton scored they got right behind the team but we just couldn't find that winning goal. They have made this place a really difficult place to play. This season the crowd have taken it to another level.
"If you're not going to win the game, the draw for us is really important. I think it could be a valuable point for us."
Newcastle United are now unbeaten across their past three Premier League matches against Brighton and Hove Albion at St. James’ Park (W2 D1) after going winless against the Seagulls in their first four, failing to score in any of those games.
Newcastle United remain unbeaten at St. James’ Park in the Premier League since the start of February (W4 D4), with today’s point being the ninth they’ve rescued from a losing position at home in that time, the second most of any team over that period (Tottenham Hotspur – 12).
Joel Veltman’s goal was the first scored by a Dutch player in a Premier League match between Newcastle United and Brighton and Hove Albion, with the Netherlands the 11th different nation to have had a goalscorer in this fixture.
Newcastle United have now scored at least one goal in all 19 of their Premier League home games this season, the first time they’ve achieved that feat in the Premier League era – they’d previously scored in 18 of their 19 home games in the 1995/96, 1996/97 and 2002/03 campaigns and 20/21 in 1994-95.
Alexander Isak played in his 50th Premier League match for Newcastle United, however, he failed to score for the first time in eight league matches at St.James’ Park, having scored in each of his past seven previously.
Newcastle dropped points in their pursuit of European football as Brighton spoiled their final home match of the Premier League season by earning a draw at St James’ Park.
Sean Longstaff cancelled out Joel Veltman's opener on the stroke of half-time to ensure Newcastle scored in every one of their home league fixtures in a top-flight season for the first time since 1958-59.
Welcomed to the pitch by an impressive pre-match flag display from the home support, Newcastle dominated the early stages - and much of the game from there.
But it was the visitors, offering a threat on the counter, who took an 18th-minute lead when Veltman struck at close range after Newcastle failed to clear a corner.
Newcastle were rewarded for their persistence when Longstaff steered in from Elliot Anderson’s cut-back, following great work by the always-lively Anthony Gordon.
However, with Gordon's late finish ruled out for offside, Eddie Howe’s side failed to find a winner in the second half to leave their hopes of qualifying for some form of European football in the balance.
After fifth-placed Tottenham moved six points clear with victory over Burnley, Newcastle must now watch as Chelsea and Manchester United aim to move level on points with them when they play later this weekend.
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Chris Sutton is making predictions for every Premier League game this season against a variety of guests.
For this weekend's matches, he takes on Kasabian frontman Serge Pizzorno.
Sutton's prediction: 3-1
I watched Newcastle at Turf Moor last week and their twin-pronged attack of Callum Wilson and Alexander Isak took Burnley apart.
Wilson was phenomenal on the day and Isak has been excellent all season, while Anthony Gordon looked sharp for the Magpies too, and Bruno Guimaraes was running midfield.
It was important for Brighton boss Roberto de Zerbi that his side got back to winning ways against Aston Villa, but it is hard to see them getting anything here.
I always felt that finishing the season strongly was a really big deal for Newcastle boss Eddie Howe, and his side are flying at the moment.
Serge's prediction: 3-1
Newcastle are going to give their fans a nice send-off. Brighton have found out how difficult it is to stay in the top six - we found out the same, because that extra game in Europe each week can be brutal.
Can Newcastle pip Tottenham to a fifth-place finish?
Sports broadcaster Andy Sixsmith believes "they are there to be caught" following their recent form and that in itself would be "unbelievable" after the injury-hit season the Magpies have had.
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Millie Sian
BBC Sport journalist
Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has been speaking to the media before Saturday's game against Brighton in the Premier League.
Here are the key lines from his news conference:
Kieran Trippier is getting closer to matchday contention after training this week, but the defender will need to be assessed ahead of his potential involvement tomorrow. Fabian Schar will not be available, but he could be back next week.
Joelinton and Miguel Almiron have "trained well" this week and got "some good work into their bodies", but both players are still "building their robustness" which they need to stay fit.
On facing Brighton: "They are a very good team. Roberto has done an amazing job and Graham [Potter] was also hugely impressive. Their style is difficult to grab hold of and control. They stick to their method and they have become very strong at it."
Reflecting on the reverse fixture, which saw Newcastle suffer a 3-1 defeat, Howe added: "If you don't get the tactical framework right, you're in for a very difficult afternoon. We didn't quite get that right at Amex Stadium - I think we were off it, physically and tactically. So we hope for a better delivery tomorrow."
He knows the Magpies still have "three very dangerous games" standing between them and securing European football for next season: "I think it is going to be tough, but I think what we are going to try to do is win every game we have left."
The boss added: "Definitely, a few weeks or months ago, we would have taken this position. Now we have three games in a massive week for us. I think it will go down to the wire, but we back ourselves if we're in our best place."
Howe thanked fans after recording 12 wins from 18 home games in the Premier League this season: "We've loved playing at home this year. The feeling has been really good for us. The crowd always make a really good environment. I don't have any complaints about our home form, so a big thank you to the home support."
He praised Alexander Isak for his 'young player of the season' and 'player of the season' nominations: "He is fully deserving of that recognition. I have seen him flourish this season and he has enjoyed the environment he's played in. I want to push Alex to great things."
On Anthony Gordon not being shortlisted for any awards: "I don't pay too much attention to these things. I haven't spoken to Anthony about it. I think he's just got to focus on performing well. He's been outstanding for me this season, so if he's not in the mix for any type of awards - I would be surprised."
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How has Anthony Gordon not been nominated for the Premier League's Young Player of the Year?
The forward, who has registered 10 goals and 10 assists for Newcastle this season, and has a strong chance of an England call-up for this summer's European Championships, has missed out on the shortlist for the award.
"I can not understand it," said BBC Radio Newcastle's Matthew Raisbeck on their Total Sport Podcast. "How he has not been nominated is an absolute mystery.
"For me, he has been Newcastle's Player of the Season. When I saw the list for the Young Player award, I thought he must be on the list for overall player. But he is on neither.
"There will be many Newcastle fans that will feel he has been robbed! More so than overlooked.
"He must have been close?"
Broadcast Journalist Andy Sixsmith replied: "It is a shocker not to see him on there because he has had such a brilliant season.
"He will naturally be gutted, but he is the sort of person that will brush it off and use it to prove them wrong next season."
Gordon's team-mate Alexander Isak has however been nominated for both the player of the season- and young player of the season honours, after scoring 20 goals in 23 Premier League games.
Newcastle United have held advanced talks with Crystal Palace's Dougie Freedman and Johannes Spors, who is the global sporting director at 777 group, about their sporting director role. (Sky Sports), external
Image source, Getty ImagesThe Premier League have released their nominees for the young player of the season and fans can vote for their favourite on the official website, external.
Here is the list of eight players:
Bukayo Saka - Arsenal
William Saliba - Arsenal
Erling Haaland - Manchester City
Phil Foden - Manchester City
Destiny Udogie - Tottenham
Alexander Isak - Newcastle
Kobbie Mainoo - Manchester United
Cole Palmer - Chelsea
The winner will be announced on Saturday, 18 May.
Image source, Getty ImagesThe eight-man shortlist for player of the season has been released and supporters can vote on the Premier League website, external.
Here are those in the running:
Declan Rice - Arsenal
Martin Odegaard - Arsenal
Phil Foden - Manchester City
Erling Haaland - Manchester City
Virgil van Dijk - Liverpool
Ollie Watkins - Aston Villa
Alexander Isak - Newcastle
Cole Palmer - Chelsea
The winner will be revealed on Saturday, 18 May.
Mark Mitchener
BBC Sport Senior Journalist
Image source, Getty ImagesA lot of teams play their penultimate Premier League game of the season this weekend.
Arsenal, Manchester City and Liverpool have qualified for the Champions League. Aston Villa can finish no lower than fifth so will be in the Europa League at worst. Liverpool’s Europa Conference League place for winning the Carabao Cup reverts to the league and Sheffield United have been relegated.
But much is still to be decided.
Despite nobody being able to win the title just yet, here is what could happen...
Aston Villa can clinch the fourth and final Champions League place despite not playing until Monday:
If Tottenham lose on Saturday, Villa qualify without kicking a ball;
If Tottenham draw, Villa qualify if they draw with Liverpool on Monday;
If Tottenham win, Villa qualify if they beat Liverpool.
Tottenham can ensure a top-five finish:
If they win, Newcastle United lose and Chelsea and Manchester United both fail to win.
Failing that, Spurs can ensure a top-six finish - Europa Conference League at worst:
If they win AND Chelsea and Manchester United both fail to win;
If they win AND Newcastle lose AND one of Chelsea and Manchester United fail to win;
If they draw AND Chelsea and Manchester United both lose.
The other two relegation places could also be settled this weekend.
Burnley will be relegated:
If they fail to win at Tottenham on Saturday, whatever happens elsewhere;
If Nottingham Forest win against Chelsea.
If Burnley win and Forest draw, the Clarets will be teetering and will need a huge swing in goal difference on the final day of the season when the two sides meet.
Luton Town are slightly better off than Burnley, but will be relegated:
If they lose at West Ham AND Nottingham Forest avoid defeat;
If they lose AND Burnley win, even if Forest lose;
If they draw AND Forest win.
If Forest match Luton's result, the Hatters will be on the brink as they would need a big swing in goal difference on the final day.
Here are the key facts and figures before Saturday's game between Newcastle and Brighton in the Premier League.
Having failed to either win or score in their first four Premier League home games against Brighton, Newcastle have won 2-1 and 4-1 in their last two matches against the Seagulls at St James’ Park.
Brighton are looking to complete the league double over Newcastle for the third time - previously doing so in 2020-21 and 1978-79.
Newcastle have scored in all 18 of their Premier League home games so far this season. They most recently scored in 100% of their home league games in a single campaign in 1982-83 and have not done so in the top-flight since 1958-59.
Since beating Sheffield United 5-0 in February, Brighton have scored just five goals in their past 10 Premier League games. It is their lowest return in a 10-game spell since netting four times in 10 games between February and April 2022.
Anthony Gordon has been involved in more home goals than any other Newcastle player in the Premier League this season (16 – nine goals, seven assists). It is the most by a player at St James’ Park in a single top-flight campaign since Alan Shearer in 2003-04 (18 – 15 goals, three assists).
Joao Pedro has scored nine league goals this season - he could be the fourth different player to net double figures in a single Premier League campaign for Brighton after Glenn Murray (twice), Neal Maupay and Alexis Mac Allister.
Joe Bradshaw
BBC Sport Senior Journalist
Image source, ReutersSpare a thought for Eddie Howe.
While Borussia Dortmund and Paris St-Germain were going at it for a place in the Champions League final on Tuesday evening, the Newcastle boss could be forgiven for contemplating what might have been
Drawn against both sides in this season’s fabled ‘group of death’, the Magpies went toe to toe with both last autumn, memorably thrashing the French champions at St James’ Park but ultimately coming up short in the face of experienced and savvy European giants.
Indeed, twin defeats to Dortmund home and away cost Howe’s side dearly, albeit it was a tight loss in the North East with Callum Wilson hitting the bar and Anthony Gordon twice coming close to stealing at least a point.
Not to mention that draw in the French capital where Kylian Mbappe netted a controversial late penalty that denied the Magpies all three points.
If nothing else, the fact Dortmund and PSG made the semi-finals - the former progressing to Wembley - demonstrates the calibre of opposition Newcastle were forced to rub shoulders with on their return to the elite.
And they did not look out of place.
An injury crisis of seismic proportions may have derailed hopes of returning to the tournament next season, but the recent form of Alexander Isak, Bruno Guimaraes and Gordon among others has reminded Europe of exactly what they are capable of.
A strong finish across the final week – with three eminently winnable games against Brighton, Manchester United and Brentford – will ensure some form of European football next season (see below post).
And it may just convince their current crop of superstars that the future remains bright at St James’ Park.
