Newcastle United transfer news: Tottenham star emerges as NUFC ‘dream signing’, Steve Bruce plots ‘double raid’ on Magpies
Dan Burn felt Chelsea match-winner Kai Havertz’s elbow on him was a “clear red”.
A 89th-minute goal from Havertz saw Newcastle United beaten 1-0 at Stamford Bridge this afternoon. However, Havertz was fortunate to still be on the pitch, having elbowed Burn before the break.
Eddie Howe – who was also incensed by the failure of referee David Coote to point to the spot after Jacob Murphy was brought down by Trevoh Chalobah – was unhappy with Havertz’s challenge on Burn, who angrily tried to confront the Chelsea midfielder after getting treatment for a head wound.
“I think it could have been a red,” said United’s head coach. “I’m not going to sit here and say it should have been a red, but I think it’s one of those decisions, I think Dan thinks it’s a clear red, he’s on the pitch. I’ve seen it again, it could have been given.
“But, for me, the one I’m most disappointed with is the penalty.”
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“I think it could have been a red,” said United’s head coach. “I’m not going to sit here and say it should have been a red, but I think it’s one of those decisions, I think Dan thinks it’s a clear red, he’s on the pitch. I’ve seen it again, it could have been given.
5. West Brom eye double Toon deal
West Brom boss Steve Bruce may now be looking to launch a double raid on Newcastle United for midfielder Sean Longstaff and striker Dwight Gayle. (Sunday Mirror)
6. Leeds eye Hall
Leeds United and Southampton are interested in signing Birmingham City midfielder George Hall in the summer transfer window. (Daily Mail)
7. Magpies dream of Kane
Tottenham star Harry Kane is on the list of ‘dream signings’ that Newcastle United have drawn up ahead of the summer transfer window. (GiveMeSport)
8. Update on Mee contract
There ‘remains a confidence’ that Ben Mee will pen fresh terms at Burnley this season. (Lancs Live)