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For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window is once again proving to be busy, with some huge names making big-money moves before deadline day on September 1.

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Newcastle reject Arsenal bid for Guimaraes

Arsenal have seen their opening approach for Bruno Guimaraes firmly rejected by Newcastle, according to reports. The Premier League champions are eager to bring the Brazilian international to the Emirates Stadium to bolster Mikel Arteta's midfield, but the Magpies remain determined to keep hold of their captain despite growing pressure from the player.

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Newcastle complete £25.7m deal for Braga goalkeeper Hornicek

Newcastle United have completed the £25.7m signing of Czech goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Braga to strengthen their options between the posts. The 24-year-old international has agreed a five-year contract at St James' Park after the club triggered his release clause, joining up with the squad during their pre-season training camp in Spain.

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Guimaraes travels to Spain to force Arsenal transfer

Bruno Guimaraes is ramping up the pressure on Newcastle United to sanction his high-profile transfer to Arsenal this summer. The Brazilian midfielder is travelling to the club's pre-season training camp in Spain with the sole intention of submitting a formal transfer request and holding showdown talks with newly appointed manager Matthias Jaissle to force his exit.

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Frequently asked questions

The origins of Newcastle United can be traced all the way back to 1881, when Stanley Cricket Club of Byker took interest in the formation of a football club. Over the years, several name changes and mergers took place. Finally, on December 9, 1892, the name Newcastle United Football Club was decided upon. Other name suggestions included Newcastle F.C, Newcastle Rangers, Newcastle City, and City of Newcastle.

Newcastle United is co-owned by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), who hold an 85% stake, and the UK-based RB Sports & Media, who hold the remaining 15% stake. The takeover was completed in 2021.

Newcastle United play their home games at the iconic St. James' Park, located in Newcastle upon Tyne. St. James' Park has been the club's go-to home venue since 1892.

St. James' Park has a seating capacity of about 52,000, with Newcastle United currently planning an overhaul which will see the capacity rise to 65,000.

Newcastle United have won 11 titles, including four top flight titles and six FA Cups.

Newcastle United have won four first division titles in their history, with the most recent win coming almost a century ago, all the way back in 1926-27.

Jimmy Lawrence has made the most appearances ever for Newcastle United, donning the jersey on 496 appearances to hold off fellow goalkeeper Shay Given among others.

Newcastle United will forever revere perhaps their most iconic player ever, the legendary Alan Shearer, who scored a club record 206 goals in a little over 400 appearances.

Shola Amoebi, Andy Cole, Shay Given, Bobby Mitchell, Alan Shearer, Hatem Ben Arfa, Andy Carroll, James Milner, Kevin Keegan, Paul Gasciogne, and Malcolm Macdonald are some of the most acclaimed footballers to have played for Newcastle United.

Joe Harvey, Kenny Dalglish, Kevin Keegan, Steve Bruce, Rafael Benitez, and Ruud Gullit are some of the most famous managers to have been in charge of Newcastle United.

Newcastle United are nicknamed The Magpies, because the black and white colour scheme on their jerseys is reminiscent of the actual magpie bird.