Last updated: 12:21, July 5, 2009
Newcastle United news
Newcastle are one of English football’s greatest underachievers given the fact they have thrown millions of pounds at their squad since winning promotion to the Premier League in 1993.
Boss Kevin Keegan returned in January 2008 for his second stint at St James’ Park and his status as a ‘Geordie Messiah’ is firmly on the line even among his most diehard supporters.
Newcastle’s fans are known for their love of flair and Michael Owen, Mark Viduka, Damien Duff and James Milner will get among the goals, but the Magpies also need to find some consistent defensive performers if they are going to end their mediocre run.
Famous former players include legendary striker Alan Shearer and England maverick Paul Gascoigne.
Shearer's the man - Owen
Former striker Michael Owen has urged Newcastle to appoint Alan Shearer as permanent manager as quickly as possible.
Gutierrez's Porto no-go revelation
Fulham could have a free run on Newcastle winger Jonas Gutierrez after the Argentine confirmed he has heard nothing from Porto.
Striker set for Utd
Michael Owen will complete his shock move to Manchester United within 24 hours as long as he passes his final medical checks.
Defender joins Clarets
Burnley boss Owen Coyle has continued his spending spree by adding Newcastle United defender David Edgar to his squad.
Magpies star in demand
Newcastle's Senegalese defender Habib Beye has emerged as a possible target for Stoke City boss Tony Pulis.
Striker swoop ruled out
Olympiakos have blasted reports suggesting they are locked in talks with Newcastle striker Michael Owen over a summer switch.
Cottagers linked with Magpie
Fulham are being linked with a loan bid for Newcastle winger Jonas Gutierrez but face competition from Porto.
Tigers stand firm on striker
Hull City boss Phil Brown insists his efforts to sign Newcastle's Michael Owen are real and not just a publicity stunt.
Agent blasts Toon over Fab
Fabricio Coloccini's agent, Marcelo Lombilla, has accused Newcastle of destroying their chances of cashing in on the defender.
Toon future update talks
Alan Shearer will hold more talks with the Newcastle board on Friday as the Magpies move closer to a potential takeover.
Potters join striker race
Stoke boss Tony Pulis is interested in signing Michael Owen but admits the Potters are not favourites at the moment.
Owen set for Prem return
Hull boss Phil Brown has confirmed the Tigers will be making an effort to sign Newcastle striker Michael Owen within a week.
Dearth of offers for Owen
Michael Owen has confirmed he will leave Newcastle when his contract expires and that he 'belongs in the Premier League'.
Striker's SJP exit explained
Michael Owen would still be a Newcastle player if Kevin Keegan had remained as manager or they had stayed in the Premier League.
Blues close in on Edgar
Newcastle defender David Edgar is closing in on a move to Birmingham after deciding to leave St James' Park following relegation.
