Newcastle’s Pursuit of Ekitike Signals Ambition, But Questions RemainStriker Search Intensifies on TynesideNewcastle United’s forward planning continues in earnest, with the club rekindling their

Newcastle United’s year-long pursuit of Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford remains unresolved, with the two clubs still unable to agree on a transfer fee. According to Craig Hope of the Daily Mail, “Newcastle and Burnley remain apart on valuation” despite renewed talks this week that again failed to find common ground.

Newcastle United are set for a new round of talks as they aim to sign Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford, sources have told TBR Football. We understand that Newcastle and Burnley are still not close to a deal for Trafford – but fresh talks are due to take place next week.

Former Newcastle defender John Anderson believes Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford is "desperate" to join the Magpies this transfer window. Discussing the potential transfer on BBC Radio Newcastle's Total Sport Newcastle United podcast,

Newcastle United have appointed Martin Mark as their new set piece coach for the upcoming season. The 31-year-old had been tracked by the club for some time after his innovative work at FC Midtjylland caught the eye.

Wilson announced last week that he wouldn't be renewing his contract with the Magpies. The veteran striker has been linked with Everton and Leeds and said: “I don’t want to leave it too long before making a decision.

Welcome to the second part of Lee Clark's top five greatest managers to have managed Newcastle United. At number three is Kevin Keegan. Under 'King Kev's' leadership between 1992 and 1997, Newcastle were promoted to the Premier League and came runners-up in 1996 and 1997.

According to a report from L’Équipe, Newcastle United are interested in signing Axel Disasi (27) from Chelsea this summer. The France international is likely to leave Stamford Bridge this summer