NUFC star admits Bruce’s tactics didn’t work & Kenyon doubts emerge – NUFC news round-up

A round-up of today’s NUFC news and gossip:

  • Martin Dubravka believes a five-man defence suits Newcastle players better, insisting that Steve Bruce’s attempt to play four at the back ‘didn’t work’ at Leicester – Full story here.
  • According to the Daily Mail’s Martin Samuel, Mike Ashley “thinks Peter Kenyon would be good for Newcastle United” – but fears he hasn’t got the cash to do a deal – Full story here.
  • During a Q&A at the Chronicle yesterday, Lee Ryder was asked how long Steve Bruce has before the panic button is pressed by Mike Ashley – and his response was worrying to say the least – Full story here.
  • Sky Sports pundit Darren Bent believes Joelinton is in a “horrible situation” at Newcastle, feeling none of his teammates are doing him any favours – Full story here.
  • Fabian Schar has ‘quietly emerged’ as a key figure in the dressing room at Newcastle United according to the Chronicle – Full story here.
  • David Moyes is the latest to throw his weight behind Steve Bruce and defend him, suggesting the players are at fault for our on field issues – not our new head coach – Full story here.
  • According to the Mirror, former Newcastle boss Chris Hughton has rejected the Stoke City job, with him eyeing a return to the Premier League instead – Full story here.
  • Ex-NUFC duo Islam Slimani and Joselu can’t stop scoring in France and Spain – despite their desperate struggle for goals on Tyneside – Full story here.

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About Olly Hawkins

As a Junior Magpie since birth and season ticket holder, I eat, sleep and breathe all things NUFC! Here at the blog, I aim to bring you news, views, match reports and transfer exclusives as and when I get them.

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