Newcastle United archives

Swansea are closing in on a move for Newcastle winger Wayne Routledge and expect to complete a £2million deal next week.

Newcastle look set to miss out on Mevlut Erdinc as the Turkish striker plans to stay with Paris Saint Germain.

Newcastle want a decision off Mevlut Erdinc next week while Birmingham have failed with a loan bid for Nile Ranger.

Jermain Defoe would turn down the chance to join Newcastle if the Magpies made a move for the striker, according to reports.

Shola Ameobi was on the scoresheet as Newcastle secured a 3-0 win in their friendly against the Columbus Crew.

Newcastle manager Alan Pardew insists they are "ahead of the game" in the quest to sign a frontline striker.

Alan Pardew says Jose Enrique is sorry for his outburst on Twitter and hopes the player will eventually sign a new deal.

Newcastle boss Alan Pardew hopes to keep hold of left-back Jose Enrique, despite the defender's outburst at the club's hierarchy.

Joey Barton has played down the chances of him leaving Newcastle this summer.

Newcastle boss Alan Pardew is poised to complete a £6.5m swoop for Turkey striker Mevlut Erdinc, according to reports.

Newcastle United's Ryan Taylor has spoken out over his 'utility man' tag and says that he wants to stay at right-back.

Newcastle midfielder Hatem Ben Arfa's ankle injury is being assessed in Paris as the club awaits news of the extent of the damage.

Hatem Ben Arfa's ankle injury is not as serious as first feared and reports claim he could be back in action within three weeks.

Newcastle midfielder Joey Barton is not allowing his run-in with the American authorities to hamper his preparations for the new season.

Newcastle United signing Mehdi Abeid has revealed he wants to hold down a regular first-team role at St James' Park this season.

Newcastle United midfielder Hatem Ben Arfa is set to miss the rest of the pre-season tour of the US after suffering an ankle injury.

Newcastle have threatened to ban fans who cause trouble following the pitch invasion during last week's friendly clash with Darlington.

Alan Pardew says he is working hard to bring in another striker with Shane Long reported to be high on his list of targets.

Newcastle boss Alan Pardew has admitted his frustration at midfielder Yohan Cabaye's absence from the club's US tour.

Yohan Cabaye won't play any part in Newcastle's tour of the United States after becoming the third player to be refused a visa.

Newcastle have rubbished reports they want to bring in Manchester City full-back Wayne Bridge as a replacement for Jose Enrique.

Steven Taylor believes the fans will see a new and improved Newcastle team this season following a raft of summer signings.

Newcastle will take 'the strongest possible action' against those fans that invaded the pitch in their friendly against Darlington.

Brighton have re-signed Newcastle winger Kazenga LuaLua on a six-month loan deal - and will land him permanently in January.

Newcastle United's hopes of signing Swansea full-back Neil Taylor are over after he put pen to paper on a new four-year deal.

Alan Pardew says the uncertainty over Joey Barton and Jose Enrique must not hinder Newcastle's preparations for the new campaign.

Newcastle boss Alan Pardew insists the cash to buy a top-class striker is still available as he attempts to push through a deal.

Neil Taylor is set to turn his back on a move to Newcastle and commit his future to Swansea by signing a four-year deal.

Alan Pardew has confirmed that Jose Enrique is refusing to sign a new contract and could leave Newcastle this summer.

Alan Pardew has hit out at Mevlut Erding and told him he is only interested in players who want to play for Newcastle.

Newcastle midfielder Joey Barton will miss the club's pre-season trip to the United States after being denied a visa.

Newcastle striker Nile Ranger could be on his way to team up with Kevin Nolan as West Ham are interested in his services.

Newcastle will try to sign a new striker before flying out to the US on Sunday, but Alan Pardew says he has to be the "right fight".

Swansea are the latest club to enter the chase to sign Newcastle winger Wayne Routledge, after making a £1.5m bid for the player.

Shola Ameobi has revealed talks have stalled over a new contract but hopes the situation will be sorted before the new season starts.

Newcastle have drawn a line under their pursuit of Paris St. Germain striker Mevlut Erding after failing to agree personal terms.

Hatem Ben Arfa is set to make his Newcastle comeback in a pre-season friendly at Darlington next Friday after an horrific leg break.

Fabricio Coloccini has been named as Newcastle's new captain following Kevin Nolan's summer departure to West Ham United.

Nile Ranger is ready to leave Newcastle in search of first-team football, as Alan Pardew continues to strengthen his squad.

Newcastle boss Alan Pardew is determined to re-establish the club as a force in the Barclays Premier League next season.

Nottingham Forest are reported to have approached Newcastle about signing Wayne Routledge, while Leicester are also keen.

Newcastle winger Hatem Ben Arfa has insisted he will be back to his best after recovering from an horrific leg break.

Barcelona are reported to be lining up a move to take Newcastle defender Jose Enrique back to Spain.

Alan Pardew says he was not willing to offer Kevin Nolan a five year deal because the Magpies are looking to the future.

Newcastle have been rocked by the news top target Mevlut Erding has committed his future to Paris St Germain.

Newcastle will remain patient as they attempt to land Alan Pardew's remaining transfer targets.

Newcastle will face Serie A side Fiorentina in their final pre-season friendly.

Newcastle United are the latest club to register an interest in Juan Manuel Martinez.

The future of Newcastle United's Spanish full-back José Enrique is set to be decided this week.

Joey Barton has dismissed rumours of a move to West Ham - but confirmed he hasn't re-opened contract talks with Newcastle either.

Newcastle boss Alan Pardew has been linked with a swoop for Manchester City left-back Wayne Bridge.

Sylvain Marveaux is now officially a Newcastle United player after he completed the paperwork on his switch from Rennes.

Newcastle manager Alan Pardew will bide his time as he prepares to appoint a new captain and hand over the famous number nine shirt.

Newcastle have confirmed the signing of exciting teenage prospects Mehdi Abeid from French side Lens on a five-year-deal.