THE SECRET REASON WHY NEWCASTLE UNITED ARE DELAYING THE TARIK MUHAREMOVIC TRANSFER BID
Tarik Muharemovic is on Newcastle's radar to solve their defensive crisis. Discover why a January deal is currently off the table
Tarik Muharemovic has been impressive for Sassuolo, and Premier League clubs have definitely noticed. Right now, though, a January move looks off the table. Newcastle United aren’t making a push for him this month. Maybe those changes come in summer—let’s see if they circle back for the Bosnian international when the season wraps up.
Honestly, Muharemovic looks ready for the Premier League. He’d be a smart pick for Newcastle down the line, especially with their defence needing some fresh legs. They can’t lean on Fabian Schar and Dan Burn forever, and a 22-year-old with this much potential is tough to ignore.
Muharemovic’s got the talent to hold his own in England, and you can bet he’d be excited about a move to Newcastle. Still, Pete O’Rourke told Football Insider there’s no chance of a January deal. According to him, Newcastle aren’t planning to make a move right now. He sees this as a longer-term play, maybe for the summer. January’s just too tricky—Sassuolo won’t want to lose him halfway through their season anyway.
O’Rourke also said Newcastle will keep an eye on him and keep tracking his progress, but if they decide to get serious, it’s probably a summer thing.
And you know what? A move to Newcastle could really tempt Muharemovic. The club has a lot going for it—ambition, money, and a squad that’s hungry for silverware. They just won the EFL Cup and want more. Defence is the weak spot, and a young, talented player like Muharemovic could help them chase bigger trophies.
Money won’t be a problem for Newcastle—they’re among the richest clubs around. If they want Muharemovic, they can get him. Sassuolo may not want to lose a key player, but if Newcastle puts a strong offer on the table, it’s hard to imagine they’ll hold onto him. And honestly, the defender would probably jump at the chance to play in the Premier League.
MILESTONE MOMENT: JACOB RAMSEY ENDS GOAL DROUGHT TO SINK TOTTENHAM AND THOMAS FRANK
Jacob Ramsey scored his first Newcastle goal to secure a 2-1 win over Tottenham. Read Eddie Howe’s reaction and TNT Sports interview.
Eddie Howe’s team grabbed the lead right before half-time, with Malick Thiaw poking in a loose ball from close range. Honestly, they deserved it. Just a few moments earlier, Joe Willock looked like he’d put the visitors ahead, but VAR stepped in and ruled it out for a razor-thin offside.
So Newcastle went into the break on top. But less than 20 minutes into the second half, the Spurs pulled level. Archie Grey scored from a corner, completely against the run of play. The celebration didn’t last, though. Just four minutes later, Jacob Ramsey fired in a lovely left-footed shot past Guglielmo Vicario. That ended up being the winner.
Ramsey’s goal was a big moment. It was his first for Newcastle since joining from Aston Villa over the summer, and it came just before the Magpies get ready to face his old club in the FA Cup’s Fourth Round. Injuries and tough competition have kept Ramsey from locking down a regular spot at St James’ Park so far, but lately, he looks like someone Howe just can’t leave out.
After the win over the Spurs, Ramsey, who picked up player of the match, talked to TNT Sports about what Howe’s been asking of him. “Yeah, it’s been a while. I’ve been playing all over the place, but today I was a bit higher up the pitch, and the manager kept telling me I need to get my numbers up. Thankfully, I got my goal today.
“I knew I was in the box, played a one-two with Gordon, and it just felt natural. Left foot, nice finish.”
He’s had a rough start at Newcastle. “I got injured in my first start and ended up out for two months. I needed to get my fitness back, and then I was in and then out of the team.
Now, though? “I’m feeling good, feeling fit. I just want to stay in the team, keep scoring, keep getting assists, and help the team out.”
Eddie Howe couldn’t hide his happiness after Ramsey’s goal; his celebration said it all. After the match, Howe praised not just Ramsey’s finish but his whole performance. “Really good goal,” Howe said. “He’s just such a technical player, and you could see that tonight.
“I thought our two number eights, Willock and Ramsey, really stood out. Physically, they were excellent.
“We controlled the first half, partly because of them and Bruno. I’m just so happy for Jacob, because he deserved some recognition for how well he’s been playing lately.”
Next up, Howe and his squad head to Villa Park on Saturday to take on Aston Villa in the FA Cup.
EDDIE HOWE CONFIRMS HE WILL NOT RESIGN DESPITE GROWING FAN PRESSURE
Eddie Howe remains defiant at Newcastle United, receiving crucial backing from CEO David Hopkinson despite a slide to 12th place.
Eddie Howe isn’t going anywhere. Even after the boos from the crowd following Newcastle United’s loss to Brentford, he’s standing his ground.
He’s got backing, too. CEO David Hopkinson publicly supported him last week, and over the weekend, Howe got more encouragement from Hopkinson and sporting director Ross Wilson. But honestly, Howe says the only real pressure comes from himself. He’s his own toughest critic, and he’s determined to come out stronger from this first real rough patch as head coach.
At his press conference, Howe didn’t hide how much the club means to him. “I care so much about what I do. I care so much about the club,” he said. For him, the club always comes first—above himself, above any player. Every decision he makes, he says, is about what’s best for Newcastle United.
And sure, the players matter a lot, but he keeps the bigger picture in mind. He doesn’t worry about outside pressure or what others say—he’s more concerned about living up to his own standards. “I need to do better, and I will do better,” he admitted. Tough moments like this, he said, are where you grow the most, and he’s ready to take it on.
When someone asked if he ever doubted he was the right person for the job, Howe didn’t hesitate. “No, there’s no doubt in my mind, and that’s why I’m sitting here,” he said. If he ever stopped believing he was the right man for Newcastle, he’d walk away. But his motivation is still sky-high, and he’s fighting for the club every single day.
He made it clear—he’d never put himself before the club. If he thought someone else could do better, he’d step aside.
With Newcastle sitting 12th in the table and a desperate Spurs team up next, Howe knows he needs to be at his best. “That’s when everyone is looking at you to set the tone,” he said. People want someone to follow, and he’s ready to lead. He believes in his coaching staff and the squad—a group he calls honest and caring. All that’s left, he says, is to raise the level of their performances.