Newcastle United: July 2008 - news archive

Season start KO fears for star

NewcastleNewcastle's Joey Barton has until August 13 to respond to a violent conduct charge for his bust-up with Ousmane Dabo in May 2007.

Double deal fears for Toon

NewcastleNewcastle boss Kevin Keegan hopes to add two more players to his squad after landing Metz centre-half Sebastian Bassong.

Magpies duo stay put

NewcastleMichael Owen and Joey Barton have not travelled to Majorca but Sebastian Bassong is in the squad despite not yet officially signing.

Magpies new boy needs time

NewcastleMetz centre-half Sebastien Bassong admits he will take time to settle at Newcastle but is delighted to have signed for the Magpies.

Coloccini threatens deal action

NewcastleDeportivo La Coruna defender Fabricio Coloccini could buy-out his contract in order to move to Newcastle, according to his agent.

McDermott makes transfer hint

NewcastleTerry McDermott has again moved to assure Newcastle fans that manager Kevin Keegan is working hard at signing new players.

Keegan close to Depor deal

NewcastleNewcastle hope to beat off late interest from Premier League rivals Tottenham to sign Deportivo La Coruna defender Fabricio Coloccini.

Race on for Swiss ace

NewcastleArsenal are weighing up a £5million bid to sign Switzerland midfielder and Newcastle target Goekhan Inler from Italian side Udinese.

Barton now a free man

NewcastleNewcastle star Joey Barton has been released from jail after serving two months of a six-month sentence.

KK reveals striker deal hopes

NewcastleNewcastle boss Kevin Keegan claims captain Michael Owen could sign a new long-term deal before the start of the season.

KK eyes Spanish raid

NewcastleNewcastle have made a bid for £8m-rated Deportivo La Coruna defender Fabricio Coloccini, according to his agent.

KK confirms Barton stance

NewcastleJoey Barton has again been given the backing of Newcastle boss Kevin Keegan as he prepares to leave prison next month.

Shock Gunners player swap mooted

NewcastleGoalkeeper Shay Given has been linked with a move to Arsenal, while defender Philippe Senderos could go the other way to Newcastle.

Marksman urged to stay at Toon

NewcastleStriker Michael Owen has been urged to sign a new contract extension and prolong his stay at Newcastle by defender Steven Taylor.

Fab one of four for Toon

NewcastleArgentinian defender Fabricio Coloccini has emerged as a one of Kevin Keegan's four transfer targets, but West Ham also want him.

Strikers out of friendly

NewcastleMichael Owen and Obafemi Martins have both been ruled out of Newcastle's visit to face Doncaster at the Keepmoat Stadium.

Keegan targets quartet

NewcastleNewcastle boss Kevin Keegan says he wants to add at least four new signings to his squad before the transfer window closes.

City edge closer to £4m Blues stopper

NewcastleChelsea's central defender Tal Ben Haim looks as though he is to snub a move to Newcastle in favour of a £4m switch to Man City.

Boss stands by Owen

NewcastleKevin Keegan will stick with Michael Owen as Newcastle club captain no matter who else comes in during the summer transfer window.

Emre completes switch

NewcastleEmre has put pen to paper on a four-year contract with Turkish giants Fenerbahce to end a three-year stay with Newcastle.

No way says Jose

NewcastleFormer Arsenal winger Jose Antonio Reyes insists he is not interested in a move to Newcastle following recent speculation.

Keegan's confidence in star

NewcastleNewcastle boss Kevin Keegan is confident Charles N'Zogbia will stay despite the player claiming he wants to move to London.

Magpies eye improved offer

NewcastleNewcastle boss Kevin Keegan is tipped to test Blackburn's resolve by making an improved offer for left-back Stephen Warnock.

Keegan wants winger

NewcastleNewcastle boss Kevin Keegan has confirmed Damien Duff has a future at the club and can make a fresh start this season.

KK promises more signings

NewcastleNewcastle boss Kevin Keegan expects to further bolster his squad by the end of August after making just two signings so far.

Quality counts for Keegan

NewcastleKevin Keegan has moved to reassure anxious fans he is trying desperately to improve his paper-thin Newcastle squad.

Agent invites Newcastle interest

NewcastleSebastian Larsson's agent is hoping Birmingham receive "an offer they can't refuse" from Newcastle for his client.

Toon suffer double rejection

NewcastleNewcastle United will miss out on two of their summer transfer targets with Pablo Aimar and Stephen Warnock turning down the Toon.

Duo target Spurs ace

NewcastleEverton and Newcastle are said to have joined the race for want-away Tottenham defender Pascal Chimbonda.

KK goes Zara shopping

NewcastleNewcastle United are hoping to complete the capture of Real Zaragoza's Argentinian playmaker Pablo Aimar before the end of the week.

Keegan must be backed - Given

NewcastleShay Given has urged his Newcastle paymasters to back manager Kevin Keegan in the transfer market.

Viduka wants one last chance

NewcastleMark Viduka is hoping to prove to manager Kevin Keegan his injury problems are over and win a new contract.

Town reveal Shola silence

NewcastleIpswich boss Jim Magilton admits the trail has gone cold as he bids to add Newcastle striker Shola Ameobi to his squad.

Defender confirms Magpies trial

NewcastleMetz defender Sebastien Bassong has confirmed he will spend a week on trial with Newcastle but Everton are also eyeing a move for him.

Keegan eyes move for French defender

NewcastleKevin Keegan is reportedly taking a look at Metz defender Sebastien Bassong as he sets about strengthening his Newcastle defence.

Keeper delivers snub to Gunners

NewcastleRepublic of Ireland star Shay Given has dismissed talk of a move to Arsenal and pledged his long-term future to Newcastle.

Investment concerns for Magpies fans

NewsThe uncertaincy behind the scenes at Newcastle will be of growing concern for the Toon Army, as Kevin Keegan seeks transfer bargains.

N'Zogbia set for Keegan talks

NewcastleNewcastle star Charles N'Zogbia has issued a come-and-get-me plea to north London rivals Arsenal and Tottenham.

Keegan makes Guthrie move

NewcastleKevin Keegan looks set to sign midfielder Danny Guthrie after Newcastle agreed a fee with Liverpool.

Ashley looks for investors

NewcastleBillionaire owner Mike Ashley has confirmed he is seeking investors to help fund Newcastle manager Kevin Keegan's spending plans.

Taylor in contract plea

NewcastleSteven Taylor has urged his Newcastle bosses to hurry up and tie Michael Owen and Steve Harper down to new contracts.

Striker to snub Geordies

NewcastleNewcastle boss Kevin Keegan looks likely to miss out on the signing of target Pablo Aimar as Benfica appear to have won the race.

Ferdinand to snub move

NewcastleAnton Ferdinand has snubbed a potential move to Newcastle by insisting he would be more than happy to stay at West Ham.

Keegan looks to snatch midfielder

NewcastleNewcastle are ready to step in and steal Chelsea midfielder Steve Sidwell from Aston Villa, according to reports.

Lane raid unlikely for Keegan

NewcastleNewcastle manager Kevin Keegan is ready to end his interest in Tottenham winger Aaron Lennon.

Rosenborg reveal target could go

NewcastleKevin Keegan has been told by Rosenborg to hurry up if he wants to sign Norway midfielder Per Ciljan Skjelbred.

Americans scotch Toon buyout talk

NewcastleAmerican private equity firm InterMedia Partners has rubbished reports claiming they are interested in buying out Newcastle United.

Trotters stress Barton stance

NewcastleBolton have again spoken out to scotch reports linking them with a raid for disgraced Newcastle midfielder Joey Barton.

Striker makes worrying Gunners admission

NewcastleArsenal's new striker search has been boosted by the admission of Newcastle's Obafemi Martins that he would like to play for them.

Taylor pens Magpies deal

NewcastleNewcastle have finally secured the future of defender Steven Taylor after the player penned a three-year deal.

Ashley profit on cards - reports

NewcastleNewcastle owner Mike Ashley could be set to realise a near £200m profit on the club inside 12 months.

Magpies eye Italy swoop

NewcastleSwitzerland international midfielder Gokhan Inler has emerged as a target for Newcastle but the deal still needs more work.

Jonas deal throws up problems