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An update has emerged on Newcastle United and their plans for their fringe players in the summer transfer window… 

What’s the talk?

When asked about the futures of Dwight Gayle, Karl Darlow, Ciaran Clark and Matt Ritchie, Sky Sports reporter Keith Downie has revealed that the Magpies are expected to ship off some of their squad players ahead of the 2022/23 campaign.

The journalist has also teased that they may not be the only ones who depart St. James’ Park in the coming months as Eddie Howe wields his axe.

He told GIVEMESPORT: “There might be a surprise among that list, but I do expect there to be a bit of a clear out and then they’ll need to bring in some fresher players, because a lot of those guys have been there a long time.”

Supporters will be delighted

The Toon supporters will be delighted by this news as it suggests that the club will finally be axing a number of players who are not making positive contributions on the pitch at Premier League level.

Darlow, for example, endured a shocking start to the 2021/22 campaign as he covered for Martin Dubravka. He averaged a dismal SofaScore rating of 6.47 as he let in 1.9 goals per game across eight appearances, making one error directly leading to a goal and giving away one penalty.

This suggests that he is not good enough to be the club’s number two as he struggled badly when he was pressed into action in 2021.

Gayle, meanwhile, played eight games in the entire league season and averaged six minutes per match, failing to score or register an assist in his time on the pitch. Steve Bruce and Howe opted against handing him regular game time, which is why now could be the right time for him to move on.

Clark was left out of the squad for the second half of the campaign after a dreadful six months leading up to January. He averaged a SofaScore rating of 6.29 – the lowest of any outfielder in the squad – as he made 13 appearances in the top flight.

Fans will, therefore, be delighted by the prospect of the Magpies cashing in on these players, among others, as they have shown that they are unlikely to make a significant impact for Howe in the Premier League next term.

AND in other news, Howe can finally axe “shocking” flop as Newcastle eye move for “enormous” £17m machine…

Leeds United have been offered the chance to sign a new striker this summer…

What’s the word?

According to transfer insider Dean Jones, the Yorkshire outfit could look to sign New York City FC forward Valentin Castellanos after being given the green light to do so.

Speaking to GIVEMESPORT recently, the journalist revealed: “I think Castellanos is the one to look out for, they’ve definitely been offered him. They’re weighing it up at the moment.

“Again, it might not be a player that gets Leeds fans particularly excited, but he’s actually had a really good year in MLS.”

Marsch needs him

Whilst the Whites had the second-leakiest backline in the Premier League last season, one of their biggest problems was in the final third, where they sorely missed Patrick Bamford, who had bagged 17 goals in 2020/21.

His persistent injury troubles often left Jesse Marsch without a senior option up top, leading to players like Dan James and Jack Harrison playing out of positon, if not the pressure falling upon youngsters such as Joe Gelhardt and Sam Greenwood.

Truthfully, this has long been an issue at Elland Road, with the loan arrivals of Eddie Nketiah and Jean-Kevin Augustin failing to work out under former boss Marcelo Bielsa.

Just as Jones states, Castellanos may not be an exciting name given the fact that he has only really delivered in the MLS, but the same hasn’t been said for Brenden Aaronson, an equally exciting talent who has only done the business in America and Austria.

As such, the 23-year-old Argentine should not be written off, not at least because prolific goalscorers tend to correlate that form elsewhere, given the right service.

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Across the course of his career in USA, Castellanos has bagged 58 goals, 53 of which have come in 126 appearances for NYCFC. He secured the Golden Boot last year on their way to a MLS Cup victory and has also been rather creative, providing 23 assists, via Transfermarkt.

Described as “exceptional” and “absolutely perfect” for Leeds by journalist Conor McGilligan, the 5 foot 10 frontman could be a viable and cheap solution to Marsch’s frontline woes as he is thought to be available for just £12.8m, though there is also competition from Premier League rivals West Ham United.

Victor Orta and co shouldn’t think twice with a swoop for Castellanos this off-season.

AND in other news, Orta in ongoing talks for “unreal” Leeds United deal, supporters surely buzzing…

Leeds United may look to hijack Everton’s move for defender James Tarkowski, according to The Daily Mail’s Dominic King.

The Lowdown: Tarkowski in demand

Tarkowski, who Sean Dyche described as ‘outstanding’, appears to be a man in demand with his Burnley contract set to expire at the end of June.

The 29-year-old has held talks with Aston Villa and has also been linked with Fulham and Newcastle.

However, it looks as if Everton are winning the race for the centre-back’s services, and Leeds could now look to make a late move for the player ahead of their recent relegation rivals.

The Latest: Leeds interest

King shared a story for The Daily Mail late on Thursday evening regarding Tarkowski, claiming that Everton are confident of signing the Burnley star on a free transfer.

However, the reporter added that the Whites are one of a few clubs keeping tabs on Tarkowski’s situation as ‘they plot a potential transfer swoop’.

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The Verdict: Unlikely?

Leeds are already well-stocked at centre-back with five senior options, and it looks as if their priorities currently lie elsewhere.

Reports have suggested that after the club wrap up a move for second summer signing Rasmus Kristensen, Leeds will look to sign a central midfielder, striker and an experienced goalkeeper.

Therefore, you’d expect that a move to Elland Road for Tarkowski is unlikely, however, it could be one to monitor following King’s claim.

In other news: Victor Orta now spotted 5.6 miles from stadium of ‘quality’ Leeds target dubbed the ‘new Drogba’. 

Liverpool goalkeeper Adrian has hinted that he will leave the club at the end of the season, having struggled to enjoy much playing time this season.

The Lowdown: Adrian’s lack of minutes

There was a time when the 35-year-old was the Reds’ hero in the 2019 Super Cup, as his penalty heroics in the shootout allowed the Reds to beat Chelsea.

Those days are long gone now, however, with Adrian the third-choice ‘keeper at Liverpool, having fallen behind Caoimhin Kelleher in the pecking order.

In fact, the Spaniard has been limited to just one solitary appearance this season, coming in the Carabao Cup against Preston, and he could leave when his contract expires next month.

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The Latest: Spaniard hints at exit

Speaking to Cadena SER [via Sport Witness], Adrian made it fairly clear what he wants next:

“Alisson is one of the best goalkeepers in the world. We all want to play, and this season has not been as he would have liked. When we finish the season, we will evaluate; I still have a lot to contribute.

“I love my profession and being a professional. We will evaluate when the time comes.

“I would say yes, with a bit more strength (to a return to Spain). Obviously, the country pulls a little, and I would like to return to La Liga, but that is always if the opportunity arises. But I still have a year left on my contract.”

The Verdict: Time to leave

In truth, it makes perfect sense for Adrian to head elsewhere before next season, with Jurgen Klopp essentially deeming him surplus to requirements.

It is very difficult to envisage him usurping Kelleher as Alisson’s deputy, meaning he will again barely even make match-day squads moving forward.

At 35, Adrian is still not necessarily past his best as a goalkeeper, so a return to Spain to a club where he is first-choice between the sticks looks like an ideal way to see out his playing days.

In other news, journalist David Maddock has dropped a ‘huge’ Liverpool claim. Read more here.

Sunderland will reportedly now ‘hold talks’ over signing Nathan Broadhead this summer.

The Lowdown: ‘Sensational’ season

As per journalist and Black Cats supporter Josh Bunting, the 24-year-old was ‘sensational’ at the Stadium of Light this season, scoring 13 goals in 27 games across all competitions, which earned him a call-up for Wales for their upcoming international fixtures. Sadly, he has since had to withdraw from Rob Page’s squad due to injury.

However, he was only on loan from Everton, so a deal now needs to be negotiated if the Wearsiders want to bring him back for next term.

The Latest: Talks scheduled

As shared by The Northern Echo journalist Matty Jones on Twitter, Sunderland are now due to ‘hold talks’ with the Toffees over the possibility of signing Broadhead ‘this week’ for another campaign.

He outlined: “Sunderland are due to hold talks with Everton this week to discuss the possibility of bringing back Nathan Broadhead for next season.

“The hope is that all clubs would be happy to see Broadhead tested at Championship level.”

The Verdict: No-brainer

Given Broadhead’s form on Wearside, and the fact that he would already be familiar with his surroundings, it is surely a no-brainer for Alex Neil’s side to try and bring him back for another season.

Whether that’s on another loan deal or a permanent signing will have to be discussed with his parent club, but either way, Sunderland could do with his goals in the Championship.

Nonetheless, Everton already have both Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Richarlison – plus the returning Ellis Simms from his loan spell at Hearts – as centre-forward options already, so there is a good possibility that a deal can be struck, especially if both clubs are in favour of Broadhead getting a second-tier campaign under his belt.

In other news, find out what potential blow Sunderland could now be facing

A big Celtic claim on the club’s plans has emerged ahead of the summer transfer window…

What’s the talk?

Transfer insider Dean Jones has claimed that the Hoops could sign two more players to bolster Ange Postecoglou’s team after sealing deals for Cameron Carter-Vickers and Jota.

They have options to sign the Portuguese winger and the Tottenham defender on a permanent basis and the reporter does not believe they will be the only additions for the Premiership giants.

When asked if the club will add to their squad outside of the pair, Jones told GIVEMESPORT: “I fully expect, especially with Rangers having success in Europe, that they’ll have an understanding that, ‘we can’t rest on our laurels here’.

“And they will look to probably make two more decent signings on top of those two.”

It’s great news

The Parkhead supporters will be buzzing with this great news as it suggests that the club will not be taking their foot off the gas in the coming months.

It would be easy for Postecoglou to take a relaxed approach to the upcoming window as he has a squad that has just won the Premiership title back from their rivals. They finished four points clear of Rangers as they ended the campaign on 93 points, losing just three times in 38 games under the Australian coach.

However, the team from the other side of Glasgow look set to push them again next season. The Gers are in a Europa League final tonight and a win for them would mean that they are also competing in the group stages of the Champions League, alongside Celtic, in 2022/23.

This means that they would also benefit from the finances involved in that competition and they may look to strengthen their team, which is why supporters will want the Hoops to make additions of their own to counter that.

There are always areas in which to improve and the fans will be buzzing to learn that Postecoglou could bring two players in to increase the quality of the starting XI. This is, of course, on top of the deals to sign Jota and Carter-Vickers.

The pair both averaged SofaScore ratings of 7.33 or higher in the Premiership as they consistently delivered brilliant displays on the pitch throughout the campaign. If Celtic can bring in two more players who can perform to a similar standard as them then the fans will truly be on cloud nine…

AND in other news, Ange can now axe £20k-p/w Celtic “shocker” by finally unleashing “powerful” 19 y/o gem…

Leeds United journalist Beren Cross believes Kiko Casilla will leave the club in some capacity during the upcoming summer transfer window. 

The lowdown: Bielsa signing

Signed as a free agent from Real Madrid in 2019, the experienced goalkeeper made 62 outings for Leeds under Marcelo Bielsa before falling out of favour.

Since then, despite being hailed as a ‘complete player’ by Bielsa upon completing his switch to Elland Road, the veteran shot-stopper has been shipped out to Elche on a season-long loan deal.

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Due to return to Yorkshire in the coming weeks and with another year to run on his contract, one reputable journalist has shed some light on the Spaniard’s situation…

The latest: ‘Highly likely’

Answering questions as part of a Q&A for Leeds Live, Cross addressed what could happen next for Casilla as part of a broader question about the fringe players in the squad.

He said: “Casilla has another year on his Leeds deal, but he has already said he never expects to play for Leeds again after moving to Elche. A sale or loan is highly likely for the goalkeeper.”

The one-cap Spain international indicated that his ‘intention is to stay in Spain’ back in July 2021.

The verdict: Cut ties

Many of even the most devoted Leeds faithful might’ve been forgiven for forgetting Casilla was still a member of Jesse Marsch’s extended squad.

Having made only 15 appearances in Spain this season Casilla looks to be heading towards the twilight of what has been a trophy-laden career having been a part of three UEFA Champions League trophy wins.

Regardless of the prospect of continued Premier League status at Elland Road and Illan Meslier’s future as a result, Director of Football Victor Orta, who played a significant role in bringing the stopper to the club, should be looking to offload Casilla and in turn take some wages off the bill if possible.

In other news: Orta now eyeing transfer move for exciting winger even if Leeds are in the Championship. 

Forty players listed at the maximum base price of INR 2 crore; Venkatesh Iyer and Ravi Bishnoi the only Indians among them

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A total of 359 players are set to feature in the IPL 2026 mini-auction on December 16 in Abu Dhabi. Of these, 40 players have listed themselves for the maximum base price of INR 2 crore, with Venkatesh Iyer and Ravi Bishnoi the only Indians among them.Cameron Green, who is tipped to become the most expensive buy, has listed himself as a batter and will appear in the first set. Devon Conway, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Sarfaraz Khan, David Miller and Prithvi Shaw are the others in that set.Quinton de Kock, Dunith Wellalage, and George Linde, who were not part of the longlist, have been included in the final list.Related

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Of the 359 players shortlisted, 244 are Indian and 115 from overseas. The auction will commence with a full round of capped players. The order will be batters, allrounders, wicketkeepers, fast bowlers and spinners, followed by a full round of uncapped players. The accelerated process will begin after player No. 70 and will cover the rest of the players. The franchises will then be asked to submit the names of the unsold players from the overall list for further accelerated rounds.A total of 77 slots are available to be filled at the auction, including 31 for overseas players. Kolkata Knight Riders have the biggest purse of INR 64.30 crore and also have 13 slots left to fill, including six overseas slots. Chennai Super Kings are the next with INR 43.4 crores. They have nine slots vacant.