Ameobi - Can he extend his extremely good record in Tyne-Wear derbies at SOL?

I think everyone will remember at least two of Shola Ameobi’s many goals against Sunderland throughout the years, and that’s without counting his brace when we thrashed them at St.James’ Park at Halloween. He has a very good record of scoring against SAFC down through the years, and we will need him more than ever tomorrow at the Stadium Of Light. With Andy Carroll out and [Read more →]

Routledge - Arrived on Tyneside for £1m in a successful transfer period

6 signings, no last minute stuff, and the majority for less than £1m. Mike Williamson, Danny Simpson, Wayne Routledge, Fitz Hall, Patrick van Aanholt and Leon Best all arrived at Newcastle in this January transfer window. 4 permanent signings, two loan deals. With Jose Enrique injured, Patrick van Aanholt has shown very promising signs in the Black and White [Read more →]

Perch - A more than decent defender who Forest want to keep

The breaking news is, as I’m sure you’ve heard is that we’ve finally managed to sign someone, and in the shape of Danny Simpson. The Manchester United former joins for a reported fee of £500k and on £10,000 a week wages, which if true, is very very good value. On top of that, if the wage figure that’s being thrown about the place is accurate then I wonder what all the [Read more →]

Simpson - The deal is not totally dead according to reports

Newcastle fans are describing the transfer of Danny Simpson as one of the most important steps Chris Hughton will take this season. The Manchester United RB has been on-loan since last year and has impressed the Geordie fans with his performances and especially, his attitude. However, the move has stalled because of Danny’s wage demands. As I wrote yesterday, NUFC supposedly [Read more →]