In the week leading to the start of the World Cup, there was a report from The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards that Newcastle’s sudden surge up the Premier League table would not alter their approach to the winter window.
The report maintained that Newcastle would focus on adding strength in depth and only pursue a marquee signing should one of their top targets become available; generally a remote prospect in January.
However, Edwards did state that one position remains a priority to solidify. Eddie Howe and company will look to add a young right-back in the winter window to provide add cover for Kieran Trippier, who is currently getting plenty of action in this World Cup.
There are two clear favorites to end up at St. James’ Park as Trippier’s heir apparent – Leeds’ Cody Drameh and West Ham’s Harrison Ashby. Both are enduring difficult times at their current clubs and are expected to be jettisoned in January.
Ashby was a summer target with a deadline day move blocked by Hammers boss David Moyes. The right-back has made just three appearances this term and with his contract running out next month, has firmly rejected extending his West Ham stay.
The Scotland U21 international is almost certain to be available for a modest fee as West Ham will want something for their academy product rather than allowing him to leave for nothing in the summer. Newcastle’s interest appears likely to transcend to the winter.
Drameh’s situation at Elland Road has been similarly frustrating with first-team opportunities hard to come by. After a superb loan spell with Cardiff, the soon-to-be 21-year-old entered the summer with hopes of increased chances under Jesse Marsch.
However, his situation has deteriorated and he’s not made a matchday squad since making his lone start in the 5-2 defeat at Brentford in early September. He has since been demoted to playing with the U21s.
The Yorkshire Evening Post is reporting that Leeds will entertain offers for Drameh with Newcastle reportedly in contact with his representatives. His contract will have just 18 months left to run when the winter window opens.
It appears that Newcastle could have their pick of Ashby or Drameh, who’ll both be 21 when the window opens. With Howe short at right-back due to Emil Krafth’s knee injury and only Javier Manquillo in reserve, either would be a welcome addition to the ranks.
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240 comments so far
Dubai Micky
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:28 PM
Comment #161Anyone seen The Last Overland about an expedition in 1955 in a couple of Land Rovers from London to Singapore overland a book and film called The First Overland on YouTube, done by some Oxford and Cambridge students, but it’s a rerun using one of the original Land Rovers (Oxford, Cambridge was destroyed by fire) and was going to have one of the original drivers (now 87), but sadly he was hospitalised in Singapore, so his grandson did it instead, they started at Singapore and went to London.
I am a sucker for old Land Rovers, but even if you’re not it’s worth hunting out, just 4 episodes.
CLINT FLICK
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:28 PM
Comment #162Get Cal on.
Regan
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:31 PM
Comment #163According to sky sports..
Thems the four changes..
Oh my days..
niafron
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:35 PM
Comment #164@Mister T
You know, this story is probably apocryphal…
The Taco Taker
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:38 PM
Comment #165Pug, Rashford for Murphy.
TDS, I was more thinking typical starting 11 thus far more than squad. In terms of squad there are possibly a couple more that you name that might be interesting.
Glad I picked the Senegal game to watch. Netherlands was always only going to go one way.
Raj of Hailsley
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:38 PM
Comment #166Regan,
Is Trips starting?
ToonDarnSarf
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:39 PM
Comment #167Henderson provides stability and leadership in the centre. I’ve absolutely no problem with him playing at all. Experience will be useful in this match and Henderson has bags of it. He’s not an exciting player but hopefully he allows others to play. Excited to see Foden get a chance.
The Taco Taker
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:39 PM
Comment #168The leak I saw had Trips at LB
Regan
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:40 PM
Comment #169Jail..
It didn’t say who the changes were for..
I’ll have another look..
Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:42 PM
Comment #170TTT ok
ToonDarnSarf
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:43 PM
Comment #171Taco – starting 11 is a tough one as I don’t think any of ours deserves to be dropped the way they’re playing so far. Shaw is better than Targett but Howe is preferring a different sort of left back with Burn so far this season. Longstaff has been solid and I love Joelinton’s passion but both Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes are classy players when on form. Rashford on the left wing would be a very nice option to have too.
I’m definitely thinking in terms of their overall squad rather than just the first 11. First 11 I still think they’re better individually but we have the better team as it stands. Squad wise, they’re a long way ahead currently.
Regan
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:44 PM
Comment #172Just mentions the four coming in..
Nothing about who they are replacing..
Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:46 PM
Comment #173I would say Rashford not good enough for us going forward. De Gea a good back up for Pope, but would not accept that, Leaves Fernandez
The Taco Taker
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:46 PM
Comment #174I wouldn’t take B Fernades, don’t like his attitude. Not a player you want when things are going against you. A fairweather player imo.
CLINT FLICK
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:46 PM
Comment #175Regan
Maybe gs is gonna sneak 15 on?
To guarantee a tie!
Regan
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:47 PM
Comment #176Walker plays right back..
Doesn’t look good for tripps..
CLINT FLICK
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:47 PM
Comment #177Jo is consistent!
Regan
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:48 PM
Comment #178Clint..
Might need more than 15..
😆
Raj of Hailsley
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:49 PM
Comment #179Regan,
He didnt have the best game last time either.
CLINT FLICK
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:49 PM
Comment #180Regan
The leek i saw had wales on the attack.
😀
Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:49 PM
Comment #181I heard yesterday Trips was playing left back
Regan
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:49 PM
Comment #182Jail..
Hopefully saving him for the last 16..
CLINT FLICK
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:50 PM
Comment #183Raj
By that rationale, drop kane, huh?
;-6
Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:50 PM
Comment #184Just had a leak. Did not see any Whales
CLINT FLICK
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:50 PM
Comment #185Rega
16 now?
😀
Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:51 PM
Comment #186Rest Kane. He is obviously not 100% Put on bench and play CW
Regan
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:52 PM
Comment #187Pure speculation as to who’s dropped..
We’ll find out in an hour..
:kickingpebbles: emoji..
Regan
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:53 PM
Comment #188Clint..
😆
CLINT FLICK
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:54 PM
Comment #189Regan
Gotta laugh, init?
Set the bar low!
Can’t be disappointed… altho’, gs wipl probably still manage to.
😀
ToonDarnSarf
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:55 PM
Comment #190If you’re going to be negative about any Man Utd players, just remember that despite their club being run terribly, having egotistical pricks like Ronaldo, and the ridiculous managerial merry go round, their last 5 league finishes have been 6th, 2nd, 3rd, 6th, and 2nd. Hardly terrible.
Still…I doubt we’ll sign any players from Man Utd in January. The good ones would cost too much money and the ones they want rid of aren’t worth us signing.
Regan
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:57 PM
Comment #191I’m going for a 0..0..
Shirley the Welsh won’t score..
CLINT FLICK
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:57 PM
Comment #192Why would we but manu players?
Wouldn’t take one…and rather not do biz with them…2 way street.
Don’t give them money!
CLINT FLICK
Nov 29, 2022 at 4:58 PM
Comment #193Regan
If gs goes 10-0-0
Tie.
Sorted!
😉
CLINT FLICK
Nov 29, 2022 at 5:00 PM
Comment #194It’s Senegal!
Romford mag
Nov 29, 2022 at 5:00 PM
Comment #195Clint
With kane playing a deeper role!
😉
CLINT FLICK
Nov 29, 2022 at 5:01 PM
Comment #196Rom
He’ll be in his element with 10 at the back.
😀
Mort
Nov 29, 2022 at 5:04 PM
Comment #197Michelle Mone corruption on the agenda.
CLINT FLICK
Nov 29, 2022 at 5:04 PM
Comment #198Players that go to manu have a built in attitude problem.
It goes with the territory!
Glory hunters!
Poor choice now, tho’.
Regan
Nov 29, 2022 at 5:04 PM
Comment #199Put a big hat on him and he can throw the peanuts..
😆
Romford mag
Nov 29, 2022 at 5:04 PM
Comment #2001 1 9
With Pickford just Infront of him!
😆