Guimaraes and Joelinton react to Jacob Murphy’s heartfelt Newcastle message
Jacob Murphy is still riding the high of Newcastle’s Carabao Cup triumph over Liverpool, and he hasn’t held back in sharing his joy on social media.
Newcastle ended their 70-year wait for a major trophy in unforgettable fashion, defeating Liverpool to lift the Carabao Cup on 16 March.
Dan Burn and Alexander Isak cemented their places in club history as the goalscorers who finally ended the long-standing trophy drought.
Murphy played his part in the victory, starting on the right wing and providing a crucial assist for Isak—his header setting up the striker perfectly for a first-time finish. His contributions didn’t go unnoticed, and he has certainly made sure to savour the moment.
Murphy had a humorous message for Newcastle fans immediately after the match and now, a week on from their historic triumph, he has once again taken a moment to relive the glory with the supporters.
Jacob Murphy proving his worth despite Newcastle’s interest in Bryan Mbeumo
The 30-year-old marked one week since Newcastle’s Carabao Cup triumph with a heartfelt Instagram post, writing: “One week on from one of the best days ever.”
His Newcastle teammates showed their appreciation, with Joelinton and Kieran Trippier liking the post, while Bruno Guimaraes left heart emojis in the comments.
Murphy has impressed Newcastle fans with his key performances this sesaon, delivering six goals and nine assists across all competitions. His displays have earned him a regular starting spot under Eddie Howe, making 21 Premier League starts so far.
Despite his impressive displays, the club are exploring other options, with Football Insider revealing that Newcastle are prepared to meet Brentford’s asking price for Bryan Mbeumo ahead of a potential summer move.
While Mbeumo would be an exciting addition, Murphy’s impact this season shouldn’t be overlooked, and he remains a crucial figure in Howe’s side.
| Season statistics in 2024/25 | Jacob Murphy | Anthony Gordon | Harvey Barnes |
| Appearances | 31 | 34 | 30 |
| Goals | 6 | 9 | 5 |
| Assists | 9 | 6 | 2 |
Newcastle preparing for potential Alexander Isak exit amid Liverpool and Arsenal interest
Despite Murphy and Isak combining for Newcastle’s crucial second goal in the cup final, there’s a real possibility that neither player could be part of the first-choice XI next season.
Football Insider revealed that Liverpool are in a strong position to sign Isak, with Arne Slot looking to reinforce their attacking options.
Meanwhile, Arsenal have made Isak their summer priority signing, with the club widely expected to sign a striker this summer.
For now, Howe will be focused on securing a Champions League spot. If Murphy and Isak continue their impressive partnership on the pitch, it could certainly influence Newcastle’s summer transfer plans.