'Brilliant' Newcastle United player who's transformed under Eddie Howe tipped for new contract
When Eddie Howe arrived at St. James' Park, he signalled out Jonjo Shelvey as the player he would build his Newcastle team around.
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Frank McAvennie says ‘quality’ Targett may have ‘no place’ at Villa
Matt Targett has an uncertain future at Aston Villa after falling out of favour under Steven Gerrard, being replaced with a new left-back and being loaned out to Newcastle United. The 26-year-old was a regular for Villa in the first half of the season but suffered from inconsistency which led the club to sign his successor – Lucas Digne from Everton.
Frank McAvennie says new deal for Shelvey ‘makes sense’
Jonjo Shelvey had an uncertain future at Newcastle United before Eddie Howe replaced Steve Bruce as manager, as he was frequently getting criticised for performances and didn’t look happy in the black-and-white strip.
Aston Villa told they can 'end the season strong' once star is fully fit
Former Aston Villa striker Frank McAvennie believes " things will turn around" once January signing Philippe Countinho is fully fit and is " absolutely certain" they can still "end the season strong".
'A travesty' - Former Premier League marksman left 'gutted' by latest 'bad news' for Leeds star
Former Premier League striker Frank McAvennie has bemoaned the latest injury setback for Leeds United marksman Patrick Bamford, describing it as a ‘travesty’.
Dion Dublin praises ‘influential’ Joelinton for upturn in form
Newcastle United drew 1-1 with West Ham United on Saturday and Joelinton put in a fine performance at the London Stadium. The 25-year-old was given a player rating of 7/10 by Dominic Scurr of Shields Gazette and Dion Dublin praised him on BBC Radio 5 Live.
Frank McAvennie gives verdict on Gerrard at Villa
Aston Villa’s poor form continued as they suffered a 1-0 defeat at home to Watford on Saturday. Only Brentford (14), Watford (16) and Norwich City (16) have suffered more defeats in the Premier League than the Villans (13) and Steven Gerrard hasn’t looked impressed with the performance of his players.
Dan Burn identified as Newcastle United's best January signing ahead of Kieran Trippier
The January transfer business conducted by Newcastle United has already started to pay dividends.