Florian Lejeune

Kieran Trippier, Matt Targett and Jamaal Lascelles of Newcastle United share a joke after the friendly match between Newcastle United and Rayo Vallecano at St James' Park on December 17, 2022 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Trippier's encouragement, Howe’s classy gesture & Pope’s priority – five moments Dominic Scurr

Newcastle players Kieran Trippier and Jamaal Lascelles share a joke after the friendly match between Newcastle United and Rayo Vallecano at St James' Park on December 17, 2022 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Newcastle captain reveals the ‘great’ thing he saw in Rayo Vallecano friendly Dominic Scurr

Is this the Newcastle United side Eddie Howe will pick to start against Rayo Vallecano? (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Is this the NUFC side that will start against Rayo Vallecano? Joe Buck

Former Newcastle United defender Florian Lejeune has starred for Rayo Vallecano this season (Photo by Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images)

Everything NUFC fans need to know about Rayo Vallecano ahead of friendly clash Joe Buck

Former Newcastle United defender Florian Lejeune has revealed it was a 'dream' to play in England (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

‘It was a dream’ - Florian Lejeune reflects on move to St James’s Park Joe Buck

These are the deals the bookmakers are tipping Newcastle United to target this summer. (Photo by CLIVE BRUNSKILL/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

The deals the bookmakers are tipping Newcastle United to target this summer Jordan Cronin

Newcastle United are preparing for the 2021/22 Premier League season. (Photo credit: Andrew Roe/AHPIX LTD)

'It's hugely damaging' - NUFC takeover verdict plus potential transfer activity

Florian Lejeune.

Florian Lejeune posts message to Newcastle United fans Miles Starforth

WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND - MARCH 03: Florian Lejeune of Newcastle United on the pitch prior to the FA Cup Fifth Round match between West Bromwich Albion and Newcastle United at The Hawthorns on March 03, 2020 in West Bromwich, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Newcastle United defender concludes permanent switch to Spanish club James Copley

Newcastle United defender Florian Lejeune is closing in on a move to Alaves. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images)

Florian Lejeune's transfer to Alaves 'practically a done deal' Jordan Cronin

Newcastle United head coach Steve Bruce. (Photo by SCOTT HEPPELL/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Sunderland legend urges Newcastle United to consider £3m swoop Jordan Cronin

Florian Lejeune.

Steve Bruce confirms 'imminent' departure at Newcastle United Miles Starforth

Florian Lejeune.

Newcastle United reveal 'preference' on deal for defender Miles Starforth

Newcastle United head coach Steve Bruce, (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

The key positions Newcastle United must strengthen this summer - and signings Jordan Cronin

Dwight Gayle, centre, celebrates Fabian Schar's goal against Fulham on the final day of last season.

Newcastle United hint at new contracts as returning players wear new kit Miles Starforth

The Newcastle United future of Almiron, Woodman and Lejeune under the microscope

Vitesse's Dutch defender Danilho Doekhi (L) heads the ball during the Dutch Eredivisie football match between Vitesse Arnhem and PSV in the Gelredome stadium, on October 25, 2020 in Arnhem.

Popular Newcastle United defender could be sacrificed to fund backline rebuild Liam Kennedy

Florian Lejeune.

Florian Lejeune posts message ahead of Newcastle United return Miles Starforth

A number of players left Newcastle United last summer. (Photo: Getty Images)

EVERY Newcastle United who left last summer - and how they've fared since Jordan Cronin

Joseph Hungbo of Crystal Palace avoids a challenge from Lewis Cass of Newcastle during the FA Youth Cup Fourth Round match between Crystal Palace and Newcastle United at Selhurst Park on January 19, 2018 in London, England.

The NUFC loan defender drawing Paul Dummett comparisons at Hartlepool Liam Kennedy

The latest results of The Big Shields Gazette NUFC Survey have been released - and this morning it's transfer talk and a lack of January action on the agenda.

Newcastle United fans pick out Mike Ashley's biggest mistake of 2021 so far Liam Kennedy

Fabian Schar of Newcastle United goes off injured on a stretcher during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Southampton at St. James Park on February 06, 2021 (Photo by Owen Humphreys - Pool/Getty Images)

‘Played his last game for us’ – NUFC fans react to Schar injury set-back Dominic Scurr

Florian Lejeune.

Steve Bruce stands by Florian Lejeune decision at Newcastle United Miles Starforth

Florian Lejeune.

Florian Lejeune set to leave NUFC on loan Miles Starforth

NORWICH, ENGLAND - JUNE 27: Jamal Lewis of Norwich City looks on during the FA Cup Quarter Final match between Norwich City and Manchester United at Carrow Road on June 27, 2020 in Norwich, England. (Photo by Joe Giddens/Pool via Getty Images)

Newcastle United squad analysis: strengths and weaknesses Liam Kennedy

Rob Holding.

Intriguing new transfer target hints at a departure Miles Starforth

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - JULY 15: Fabian Schar of Newcastle United leaves the pitch with an injury during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur at St. James Park on July 15, 2020 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.

NUFC suffer DOUBLE injury blow in Spurs loss Liam Kennedy

Ciaran Clark.

Steve Bruce rules out player for rest of season

Matty Longstaff.

Steve Bruce without four NUFC players for Aston Villa Miles Starforth

Dwight Gayle and Steve Bruce.

Steve Bruce lists injured players at Newcastle United Miles Starforth

Dan Barlaser, right, playing for Rotherham United.

Steve Bruce reveals his plan for Dan Barlaser Miles Starforth

Newcastle United's Irish defender Ciaran Clark (C) is helped from the pitch after picking up an injury during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Newcastle United at the Emirates Stadium in London on February 16, 2020.

Newcastle United suffer ANOTHER big injury blow Liam Kennedy

Everton's English defender Mason Holgate () challenges Newcastle United's Paraguayan midfielder Miguel Almiron (L)
during the English Premier League football match between Everton and Newcastle United at Goodison Park in Liverpool, north west England on January 21, 2020. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Florian Lejeune is Newcastle United's star man at Everton Liam Kennedy