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Tottenham to hijack Chelsea's Xavi Simons deal?

Tottenham Hotspur are hoping to hijack Chelsea's move for Xavi Simons after missing out on signing Eberechi Eze, who joined their arch-rivals Arsenal. The Blues have been interested in Simons for quite some time now, while the Dutch international is also keen on moving to Stamford Bridge. However, with Chelsea also showing interest in Fermin Lopez, Spurs could swoop in and secure Simons' transfer.

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Chelsea receive UCL boost with Mudryk's wages not budgeted under UEFA rules

Chelsea have reportedly received a Champions League boost as suspended Mykhailo Mudryk's wages will not be budgeted under UEFA rules. The Ukrainian winger, who has been unavailable since failing an anti-doping test last December, was already struggling to justify the £56 million ($75m) fee that lured him from Shakhtar Donetsk. However, his enforced absence could prove crucial in allowing Chelsea to register all of their big-money summer recruits for Europe's elite competition.

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Chelsea prepare for 'bitter' war with Liverpool over Ngumoha

Liverpool and Chelsea are set to be entangled in a 'bitter' legal war over Reds sensation Rio Ngumoha. The teenager, who turns 17 this Friday, left the Blues' academy last year and joined Liverpool's youth system. The youngster has made rapid improvement in his game and on Monday night, he turned hero for the Premier League champions by scoring a late winner against Newcastle United.

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Palmer absent from training amid injury scare

Cole Palmer did not attend Chelsea training on Tuesday as he continues to recover from a groin injury. In a dramatic twist ahead of the Blues' clash against West Ham last week, he was removed from the starting line-up just moments before kick-off. Enzo Maresca later admitted that the England international has been carrying the injury for quite some time.

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Chelsea hoping to agree bargain £25m fee for Garnacho

Chelsea are hoping to negotiate a bargain £25 million ($33.7m) transfer fee with Manchester United for their out-of-favour winger Alejandro Garnacho before the summer transfer window closes. Garnacho is in Ruben Amorim's 'bomb squad' after his fallout with the manager following the Europa League final loss to Tottenham last season.

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Chelsea exploring Fermin transfer as talks opened

Chelsea are reportedly exploring a move for Barcelona midfielder Fermin Lopez, having already established contact with the player's entourage. Fermin has firmly established himself as a prominent figure at Barcelona under Hansi Flick, and helped the club win a domestic treble last season. Chelsea are now interested in bringing Fermin to Stamford Bridge as Enzo Maresca seeks to bolster his attacking ranks.

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Bayern reach agreement with Jackson as they target loan deal

Bayern Munich have agreed personal terms with Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson as the Bundesliga champions look to bolster their attack with a new forward. Bayern are eyeing a loan move for the Senegalese forward and will now initiate transfer talks with the Blues. Jackson has been linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge this summer after falling down the pecking order under Enzo Maresca.

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Man Utd warned over Garnacho saga

Manchester United’s handling of Alejandro Garnacho’s uncertain future has come under scrutiny, with William Gallas warning that the Red Devils could be forced into a deal they do not want if they drag negotiations on until the end of the window. Chelsea remain the winger’s preferred destination, but Tottenham Hotspur have now been tipped to enter the chase.

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Forget Sancho! Roma ready move for Chelsea graduate George

AS Roma have shifted their focus away from Jadon Sancho and are now reportedly eyeing Chelsea's highly-rated youngster Tyrique George. The Italian club have reportedly asked about conditions for a deal, as they look to strengthen their wide options before the transfer window closes. George has also drawn interest from RB Leipzig and several Premier League clubs.

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.