Newcastle United transfer rumours: Toon plot raid for Arsenal star, Everton set to beat Magpies in Man United race
With Newcastle’s relegation-threatened position many pundits have suggested a return for Sam Allardyce.
The ex-Sunderland manager took charge on Tyneside in 2007 but didn’t see out the season before his sacking.
On Gillette Soccer Saturday, though, talk turned towards the possibility of Big Sam returning.
Former Tottenham Hotspur central defender Michael Dawson said: “I think whoever comes in needs to know the Premier League.”
Kris Boyd said: “Like Sam?
Dawson responded: “Do you know what? It wouldn’t be so bad. Keep them up.”
Jeff Stelling said: “Come on, let’s keep this serious. I love Sam, I love Sam, but he has been there before, he is not going back again.
“Newcastle fans, if you thought they were toxic towards Steve Bruce, if Sam went back again, they would be super toxic.”
Newcastle United' s new owners have held talks with former Roma manager Paulo Fonseca.
But it is understood that several candidates are being considered by the Saudi-backed consortium.
1. Brighton keen on young keeper
Premier League duo Chelsea and Brighton are both interested in signing 17-year-old Charlton Athletic goalkeeper James Beadle. (The Sun) (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images) Photo: Julian Finney
2. Roberts discusses Tarkowski deal
Former Tottenham Hotspur player Graham Roberts believes that James Tarkowski will double or treble his earnings if he goes to Newcastle United. (This Is Futbol) (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images) Photo: Ryan Pierse
3. Leeds tipped for quiet January
Leeds United are not expected to do much business in the January transfer window unless “their season is on edge”. (The Athletic) (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images) Photo: Michael Regan
4. Man United target Doucoure
Manchester United are interested in Everton star Abdoulaye Doucoure whose intelligence could help anchor their midfield. (Fichajes) (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images) Photo: Alex Livesey