Hatem Ben Arfa - Spotted in Newcastle Airport - signing soon?

Well the situation goes on! Even after Marseille president claiming Ben Arfa would be staying in France with L’OM, and even after Hughton admitted he didn’t know where the rumours of this supposed capture were coming from – Hatem Ben Arfa has been spotted in Newcastle Airport. Whether this is true, or just unbelievable Photoshoppin’, either way there’s questions [Read more →]

Ben Arfa - Has thanked the Marseille fans for their support at Marseilles

Reports in the Shields Gazette are suggesting that French winger Hatem Ben Arfa who has been strongly linked with a move to Newcastle United – has waved goodbye to his fans at Marseille and his sights are now set on trying the Premier League. Ben Arfa who a couple of days ago came off the bench for Marseille assisted their only goal of the game with a delightful chip beyond [Read more →]

Ben Arfa - Newcastle have offer rejected for the Frenchman

Newcastle United’s interest in Hatem Ben Arfa has been well reported in the media in the last week or so, and today it’s said that we’ve had an initial bid rejected for the Frenchman from Marseille. The left-winger has found himself on the wrong side of his manager and the club are looking to let the lad go, on loan or perhaps for a fee. The French paper “La Provence” has [Read more →]

Gosling - Won't play for a while but still a very good signing

The dislike of Dennis Wise for many Newcastle United fans stems from Kevin Keegan’s departure, James Milner’s move to Aston Villa, the signing of the Uruguayan Gonzalez, Xisco’s arrival on Tyneside and many other incidents at the club. He did spot Bassong and a few other promising young players but will never be warmly welcomed back to St.James’ Park if he arrives [Read more →]