Over the weekend, it was reported that Newcastle have identified Vasco da Gama midfielder Andrey Santos as the top target for the winter window. The Northern Echo claimed the Magpies were set to make their move after months of links to the playmaker.
However, Sport Witness is citing a report from France’s Le10Sport that Santos is close to committing to Chelsea, who seem to have come out of the blue for the talented teen. Barcelona was Newcastle’s closest competitor according to recent reports.
The French outlet’s angle on their report is that Chelsea have edged not only Newcastle and Barcelona but also PSG for Santos. There is some discrepancy in the reporting as the price quoted is just €15m which is around half of his previously reported valuation.
If this report is accurate, with considerable emphasis on the ‘if’, Newcastle have other budding stars on the shortlist. There are continual reports that Velez Sarsfield playmaker Maximo Perrone is high on the wishlist.
The Argentine club’s sporting director is none other than former Magpie Christian Bassedas, who roamed the midfield at St. James’ Park in the early 2000s. Newcastle World recently reported that Bassedas was on Tyneside to tie up a deal for Perrone. Though the claim arose from a podcast in Argentina.
Whether it’s Santos, Perrone, or another young gem, Newcastle are determined to add youthful quality to the ranks in January. Garang Kuol’s move becomes official while links to right-backs Harrison Ashby and Cody Drameh refuse to dry up.
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347 comments so far
jane
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:26 PM
Comment #41“we just do not need to be neaten by 4 goals”
England will want to win to top the group.
Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:26 PM
Comment #42Magic, Easy for you to say, but if Toon vs Sunderland on one channel and Molesey vs Hampton on the other, which one would you watch? (BTW Molesey play in Black and White Stripes)
Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:28 PM
Comment #43Jane, I fully believe we will win this game, but Group A …What can I say. We still end up vs France in last 16 regardless
Assassins Inc
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:29 PM
Comment #44No, not you CTT.
I’m sure people can figure it out.
Now, if we lose to Wales my life will be Hell here in the states, travel ticket ready to purchase to go kick Southgate and the team in the nuts, form a line please.
Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:30 PM
Comment #45Why Kane is playing tonight is beyond me. Give him a bit of rest. Put CW on. Is Southgate a poor man’s Bruce?
IrishRob
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:31 PM
Comment #46Southgate is just soo dumb.
Half the country tried to convince him to rest kane, and give Wilson a shot, somone who will deputise perfectly.
Keeping kane 100% is the key, and Wilson as a byproduct gets to show what he’s made of.
But no he blew it. Its too late to rest him after tonight. All knock out from here on out after tonight. He could have even played Pope to keep him sharp, even if neither play another minute after tonight, it’s just common sense.
I feel bad for ye lads who support England. Doesn’t even matter if ye win well and kane gets a hatrick tonight, the point is Southgate doesn’t seem to be taking the smart options.
lesh
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:31 PM
Comment #47Assassins
It seems there are a few relative newcomers to this blog who seem to object to posters who’ve been commenting for a long time before you and others rocked up.
My view, and it’s only mine, is if relative newcomers don’t like it, why not set up a blog of your own.
Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:32 PM
Comment #48Why do people have cracks at Alex Scott? I find her very informative.
Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:33 PM
Comment #49Only got more than 100 caps for England.
The Taco Taker
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:33 PM
Comment #50I am not entierly convinced Southgate has any nuts to kick Assassins. Ballsy is not a word I would use to describe him. Although I often look at his teamsheet and think “bollox”
😉
Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:33 PM
Comment #51Irish, just about sums it up.
check the toastie
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:35 PM
Comment #52Assassin’s – best to ignore Lesh.
He is a bit weird. And clearly thinks he’s head of the communist party on here who have rules on what folk can have an opinion on.
Crack on posting dude. And ignore the weirdo.
The Taco Taker
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:37 PM
Comment #53Alex Scott is fine by me Pug. I also like when Vicky Sparks does commentary on some games, she is good, better than a lot of the blokes.
Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:38 PM
Comment #54TTT 🙂
jane
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:39 PM
Comment #55“We still end up vs France in last 16 regardless”
last 8
check the toastie
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:39 PM
Comment #56Gotta say i like the welsh.
Very similar to North eastern folk. Passionate about their area and country, quite like em for it.
Probably prefer em to doylem southerners that you encounter when yer on yer hols. Much better stock than the chinless wonders from south of Watford.
Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:41 PM
Comment #57Jane, I was close! ish
jane
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:42 PM
Comment #58let’s hope you get your rocket calcs right.
Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:43 PM
Comment #59🙂
Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:44 PM
Comment #60good point
Ashingtoon62
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:48 PM
Comment #61Hmmm!
Stormzy with a “rallying cry” poem.
Wonder how that went doon in Herr Tuffer’s hoose?
Mister Tuff
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:49 PM
Comment #62Remember :-
St George will slay the Welsh dragon.
Come on England
Viva Blighty
Southgate is a knacker.
Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:50 PM
Comment #63Only like the Welsh while having a beer by the Taff just before a rugby game lol.
Ashingtoon62
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:50 PM
Comment #64Kane evens to score or assist..
Free money lads….
I reckon Cal will get at least half an hour after “H” gets his double.. D)
Mister Tuff
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:50 PM
Comment #65Stormzys rallying cry was fine.
Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:50 PM
Comment #66I would like to see us both get through
CLINT FLICK
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:52 PM
Comment #67Check
Aye, the Welsh are fine by me, too.
Always get a welcome in the valleys as a Geordie.
Got passion!
But… isn’t englandnwales, alloneword?
Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:52 PM
Comment #68Was in Hungry vs Austria where a draw would get both qualified a few world cups ago?
They both hardly went past the 1/2 way line.
CLINT FLICK
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:54 PM
Comment #69Walrs will own the anthem!
CLINT FLICK
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:54 PM
Comment #70Oops!
Wales!
magicmac54
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:55 PM
Comment #71The Taco Taker
Yes i watched the Ecuador v Sengal game also today as i knew it was a forgone conclusion the Netherlands would beat Qatar. On the Pool link i sent this morning i just seen it on youtube and decided to send it, those guys were really not that good mate
niafron
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:55 PM
Comment #720k, here we go!
magicmac54
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:58 PM
Comment #73Wow i`ve always loved that Welsh national anthem, one of the best in the world and sang with pride.
Raj of Hailsley
Nov 29, 2022 at 6:58 PM
Comment #74Why not get behind the team and manager. How many of you have made ar$es of yourselves pulling Eddie H’s line up apart before we thump someone 4-0.
Come on England!!!
Romford mag
Nov 29, 2022 at 7:01 PM
Comment #75Nothing new for me making an arse of myself !
😉
The Taco Taker
Nov 29, 2022 at 7:05 PM
Comment #76Raj, I for one have never pulled Eddie’s line up apart, not once. England is a different matter but at the same time I haven’t bothered to say who I think should play tonight.
What I have said is that I am not expecting a great performance tonight.
dazzler
Nov 29, 2022 at 7:05 PM
Comment #77Sir Pug,
In my head it was Germany Vs Austria. If Germany won 1-0 both went through. Germany scored very early and both sides messed about for 85 minutes passing it in midfield without trying to attack.
dazzler
Nov 29, 2022 at 7:07 PM
Comment #78Iran Vs USA could be a cracker of a game, both teams are good counter attacking sides. It’s a shame it’s on at the same time as England.
niafron
Nov 29, 2022 at 7:11 PM
Comment #79Iran vs USA is going to be hell of game… even behind a screen several thousands kilometers away, you can almost feel physicaly the tension on the pitch.
Raj of Hailsley
Nov 29, 2022 at 7:11 PM
Comment #80TTT,
I’m just saying give them a chance before a ball has even been kicked.