Kenedy loan gave Jacob Murphy time to find his feet at Newcastle
Jacob Murphy initially struggled at Newcastle United, but he ended the season on a high after time out of the spotlight. Newcastle United fans will…
Ben Spratt
Ben is a journalism graduate from the North East. He's written about football clubs from all corners of the globe, but his heart lies closer to home - with Newcastle United.
Articles by Ben Spratt
Could Steven Gerrard convince Fernando Torres to join Rangers?
If Fernando Torres is forced to drop his wage demands this summer, he should consider a move to Rangers. Fernando Torres is set to leave…
Stoke draw showed why Liverpool are not ready for a Premier League title
Liverpool could well win the Champions League this season, but they are struggling to replicate performances from big European nights in the league. Liverpool are…
Has West Brom’s Jake Livermore secured his place in the England squad?
West Bromwich Albion are destined for the Championship, but they may have a World Cup representative in Jake Livermore. Competition is hotting up for a…
Koscielny’s Atletico woes show Arsenal need a defensive overhaul
Arsenal need signings this summer and, based on the defeat to Atletico Madrid, a couple of them must be centre-backs. Shkodran Mustafi has been consistently…
Success of Wijnaldum and Thauvin reinforces McClaren’s Newcastle failure
Two members of Newcastle United’s relegated 2016 team are set for European finals, showing again how badly Steve McClaren performed. Newcastle United may now be…
Newcastle fans react as Benitez jokes about signing Andres Iniesta
Andres Iniesta will leave Barcelona this summer, but it is unlikely he is going to rock up at Newcastle United – despite Rafa Benitez’s little…
Newcastle v West Brom gives reported target Jonny Evans a Tyneside audition
Jonny Evans is reportedly a Newcastle United target, but he will have to prove himself against the Magpies on Saturday. Jonny Evans has numerous suitors…
Slimani can prove a point to Leicester, even if time is running out at Newcastle
It is not clear where Islam Slimani will be next season, but either Leicester City or Newcastle United should give him a chance. Islam Slimani…
Jonny Evans looks like a great deal but Newcastle do not need him
Whichever club signs Jonny Evans for a reported £3m fee will have secured a bargain, but Newcastle do not need to get involved in the…
