‘Enjoy the ride’, ‘Chuffed to bits’ – Newcastle fans rave over surprise announcement
By Russell Edge Newcastle United fans took to social media to react to the club’s announcement that they had turned Mikel Merino’s loan move into…
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‘Been saying this all season’ – Mikel Merino gives honest appraisal of Newcastle team mate
By Russell Edge Newcastle United midfielder Mikel Merino has said that he found no problems in playing alongside Jonjo Shelvey against Liverpool. The duo were…
Newcastle’s best three players this season: First team star makes Benitez look a fool
COMMENT By Russell Edge Newcastle United boss Rafael Benitez will be feeling pretty satisfied with his team’s start to the season as they go into…
Report reveals how Newcastle secured summer signing ahead of European rivals
By Russell Edge Newcastle United secured the loan signing of Borussia Dortmund midfielder Mikel Merino after Spanish side Athletic Bilbao refused to break their wage…
‘Not everything is bad when you lose’ – Merino offers honest verdict on Brighton defeat
By Russell Edge Newcastle United midfielder Mikel Merino has said that the club cannot be too disheartened about their 1-0 defeat to Brighton on Sunday.…
Best signing since Cabaye – Newcastle fans blown away by Benitez favourite after Brighton loss
By Danny Wright Newcastle United fans hailed Mikel Merino after his performance in the 1-0 loss to Brighton at the AMEX on Sunday – with…
Attacker yet to live up to price tag: Newcastle’s summer signings rated
COMMENT by Russell Edge It is fair to say that Newcastle United’s summer transfer dealings did not go according to plan but they seem to…
Newcastle United fan favourite pays credit to ‘incredible’ support
By Russell Edge Newcastle United midfielder Mikel Merino has said that he is thankful for the “incredible” support he has received after joining the club…
21-year-old open to £6m Newcastle move after terms agreed
By Harry Sykes Mikel Merino has revealed that he could move permanently to Newcastle at the end of his season-long loan spell from Borussia Dortmund.…
Benitez compares Newcastle summer signing to football great
By Abigail Withey Rafa Benitez has compared Newcastle summer signing Mikel Merino to his former Liverpool midfielder and football great Xabi Alonso. Alonso played under…
‘It’s what you’d see in kids football’ – Souness slams 21-year-old after Newcastle defeat
By Abigail Withey Sky Sports pundit Graeme Souness has heavily criticised Newcastle United loanee Mikel Merino following the Magpies’ 1-0 defeat to Huddersfield on Sunday.…
‘He’ll be a hero’ – Mick Quinn urges Newcastle summer signing to step up after Tottenham defeat
By Abigail Withey Former Newcastle forward Mick Quinn has urged summer signing Mikel Merino to thrive in the squad while Jonjo Shelvey serves his red…
Report details Newcastle conditions for £6.5m deal completion
By Danny Wright Newcastle will be able to turn Mikel Merino’s temporary stay at St. James’ Park into a permanent one if he plays at…
Guillem Balague draws comparison between Newcastle summer signing and football great
By Harvey Byrne Spanish football expert Guillem Balague has drawn comparison between Newcastle signing Mikel Merino and football great Xabi Alonso. The 21-year-old midfielder was confirmed…
‘I’m a bit surprised’ – BT pundit gives verdict on Newcastle enforcer signing
By Harvey Byrne BT Sport pundit Don Hutchison believes Newcastle have brought in a good player in midfield enforcer Mikel Merino and was surprised Borussia…
Done deal: Enforcer agrees terms with Newcastle after paperwork finalised
By Aramide Oladipo Midfield enforcer Mikel Merino has completed his move to Newcastle United, it has been confirmed. The 21-year-old has joined the newly-promoted Premier…
Three Newcastle players who face axe with Merino reportedly set to sign – view
COMMENT By Will Butcher Newcastle are reportedly close to confirming a deal for Borussia Dortmund ace Mikel Merino, in a move that only adds to…
Newcastle expected to wrap up signing from Euro giants in the next 24 hours – report
By Harvey Byrne Newcastle are “expected” to wrap up the signing of Borussia Dortmund midfield enforcer Mikel Merino in the “next 24 hours”, according to…
‘It’s close’ – Benitez confirms Newcastle on the verge of fifth summer signing
By Danny Wright Rafa Benitez has confirmed that Newcastle are “close” to completing the signing of midfielder Mikel Merino from Borussia Dortmund. Sky Sports reports…
‘The next Xabi Alonso’ – Newcastle fans react as enforcer reportedly undergoes medical
By Danny Wright Newcastle are reportedly on the verge of completing their fifth signing of the summer with the arrival of midfielder Mikel Merino –…