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Revealed: The key reason why Newcastle’s attacking woes would be solved by signing this £10.8m striker
Why Victor Osimhen to Newcastle United would be a coup
According to the Chronicle Live, Newcastle United have been linked with a move for Nigerian international striker Victor Osimhen, who currently plies his trade with Lille in Ligue 1.
The Magpies have already started to draw up a shortlist of potential targets ahead of the January transfer window and the 20-year-old has been identified as someone who could possibly add a lot more firepower to the club’s rather no-existent forward line.
Osimhen, who has been rated as one of the best emerging striking talents in Europe ever since his heroics at the 2015 FIFA U-17 World Cup, struggled for playing minutes at Wolfsburg in the Bundesliga but he enhanced his reputation with a 20-goal season on loan at Sporting Charleroi in the Belgian top-flight the last term.
That paved the way for a permanent move to Charleroi in the summer before the Belgian outfit decided to cash in on the towering Nigerian immediately after buying him. Osimhen joined French side Lille for a fee of £10.8million and he has taken Ligue 1 by storm with his rich vein of form early in the season.
The 20-year-old Nigerian has already gobbled up 8 goals in 11 appearances across all competitions for Lille this term, including 7 in 9 league fixtures, while also bagging four man-of-the-match awards in the process.
The Lagos-born starlet has already caught the eye with his physicality, technical skills and poaching instincts in front of goal and his red-hot form in France hasn’t eluded the eyes of Newcastle, who are expected to be in the market for attacking reinforcements in January after enduring a lacklustre start to their campaign.
Despite having splashed the cash on big names like Joelinton and Allan Sanit-Maximin in the summer, the Magpies have only managed unimpressive returns of 5 goals from their first 9 Premier League games and it is hardly a surprise to see them languish in the bottom three.
Andy Carroll’s return to Tyneside was tipped to be a major boost to the Magpies prior to the start of the campaign but the former academy graduate has only played a bit-part role, failing to find the net even once.
To put things into perspective, it is not difficult to see as to why Newcastle have lined up an in-form hitman like Victor Osimhen as a potential target in January and given that the 20-year-old is in the right age bracket, he is certainly worth a punt for the struggling Magpies.
Of course, there would be no European football on offer if Osimhen were to move to Tyneside in January but the lure of playing in the competitive surroundings of the Premier League is likely to appeal to the player.
Mike Ashley’s inclination towards signing developing players in the market is well-documented and the Nigerian perfectly fits the profile of players Newcastle ideally like to target in the transfer window.
Verdict
Pace, power and technique- Osimhen apparently has all the raw attributes to adapt to the English game and his vast potential means that he could well evolve into a top-quality striker for the Magpies in the years to come.
As well as his obvious pedigree in the air and ability to outmuscle defenders, the youngster is also adept at holding up the ball with his back to goal and using short, slick exchanges to link up the play with his teammates in and around the box.
Those attributes could bring the best out of more creative players like Joelinton, Almiron and Saint-Maximin and, in turn, enhance the team’s overall gameplay in the final third.
To that end, though, Newcastle would probably need to shell out a fortune if they are really serious about getting their hands on the Nigerian hitman.
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The 20-year-old’s market value is bound to have rocketed sky-high following his blistering start to life in France and the Magpies might well have to shatter their club-record fee to bring him to the Premier League in January.
However, given his vast potential, Victor Osimhen could be well worth the outlay and Newcastle United making a move for him during the mid-season trading period could go a long way in transforming their fortunes.
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Heidi Hills Hat Trick Helps Tottenham Women’s Under 19s to Big Win Over Newcastle as Young Forward Takes Season Tally to 10 Goals in Emphatic 7-2 Victory
Heidi Hills’ hat trick inspired Tottenham Women’s Under 19s to a big 7-2 win over Newcastle United in the Professional Game Academy League on Wednesday afternoon. The young forward got Spurs off to the perfect start at Hotspur Way as she curled home from distance inside four minutes at the training ground.
Although Casi Gregson grabbed a leveller for the visitors midway through the first period, Spurs showed a clinical edge in the second half to score six of their seven goals in the emphatic win. This is absolutely brilliant from Sabiha Jamal’s side, who have now extended their unbeaten run to four games in all competitions.
Wonderful Strike From Nife Aramide Reinstated Lead
A wonderful strike from Nife Aramide reinstated the lead minutes after the restart before Ruby Mace opened her account for the season to create a two goal advantage. Although the Magpies halved the deficit once again just before the hour mark, four goals in a 13 minute spell put any doubt of a late Newcastle comeback to an end.
Hills headed home the fourth before setting up Grace Bellwood for the fifth of the afternoon, making it four consecutive games with a goal for the young forward. She then grabbed a second shortly after to make it 6-2, which demonstrated the striker’s instinct.
Converted From Penalty Spot to Complete Hat Trick
Then, with four minutes remaining in the clash, Hills was brought down inside the area, and the referee pointed to the penalty spot. The versatile youngster stepped up and calmly slotted away for her hat trick, which is frankly exceptional for a player of her age.
It was Hills’ second hat trick of the campaign, following her treble against Gwalia United in the FAWNL Cup in October, and saw her move to double figures for goals in all competitions. Head coach Sabiha Jamal named Evie Northwood in the starting XI for her first start since October 2024.
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Newcastle United Midfielder Signs New Contract Until Summer 2028 as Magpies Move to Secure Services of Rising Star Amid Promotion Push
Newcastle United midfielder Jasmine McQuade has signed a new contract with the club until summer 2028. The 23 year old has become a household name for The Magpies in the Women’s Championship and has been rewarded for her impressive performances with an extended deal.
McQuade initially joined Newcastle’s development team after impressing with Tyne-Tees neighbours Middlesbrough. She has since broken into the senior squad and established herself as a key player for Newcastle in their promotion push. The midfielder was part of the side that won the FA Women’s National League Northern Premier Division title back in 2023-24.
Twelve Appearances This Season
McQuade has made 12 appearances for Newcastle United in the Championship this season, scoring two goals. She has helped the club mount a serious bid for promotion to the Women’s Super League, with The Magpies sitting in the playoff positions as they chase a return to the top flight.
Newcastle have clearly identified McQuade as having a big future in the game and have therefore moved quickly to retain her services for an extended period. This is smart business from the club that cannot afford to lose its best young talent.
Over the Moon to Extend Stay
After signing her new contract, McQuade said, “I’m over the moon. I love being at this club, and to extend my stay is amazing. The club is so ambitious, we just strive for success. The club has no limits, and I love being part of it.”
These are exactly the kind of words Newcastle supporters want to hear from one of their rising stars. McQuade’s commitment to the project shows she believes in what the club are trying to achieve.
Newcastle United will return to action following the March international window. They face Sheffield United in their next Championship match at Bramall Lane on Saturday March 14, 2026.
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Newly-Appointed Manager Urges Newcastle Players to “Embrace the Chaos” Ahead of Managerial Debut
Tanya Oxtoby prepares to take charge of her first match as Newcastle United Women manager when Southampton visit the Gateshead International Stadium on Monday night.
The 43-year-old Australian was appointed on November 24 following Becky Langley’s dismissal in October, signing a contract until June 2029 that reflects Newcastle’s long-term ambitions under PIF ownership.
Excited to Be on the Grass Again – Tanya Oxtoby
Oxtoby admitted she has missed daily contact with players during her two years managing Northern Ireland’s national team, describing being back in club management as giving her “the biggest smile and buzz.”
She emphasized her passion for player development, stating that helping both players and staff improve represents a genuine privilege that drove her return to club football.
The former Chelsea assistant has spent recent days implementing her philosophy across training sessions at Newcastle’s Gateshead base, telling players to be brave, forward-thinking and embrace the chaotic nature of football: “My main message has been to be brave but also be forward-thinking and embrace the chaos, because football isn’t pretty all the time.”
Immediate Improvements Already Visible
Despite only conducting a handful of sessions since officially starting work, Oxtoby confirmed she has already witnessed improvements from the Newcastle squad. She praised the players for embracing her coaching methods and enjoying the challenges she sets, noting everyone at the club shares massive ambitions for where Newcastle Women can progress.
The Magpies sit fourth in the Women’s Championship after nine matches, though they have played fewer games than promotion rivals Charlton and Birmingham City due to League Cup commitments. Newcastle’s most recent home league fixture came on October 12, making Monday’s clash their first competitive match at GIS in nearly two months.
Tanya Oxtoby set for first game as Newcastle United Women boss
— UNLEASH THE MAGPIE TV (@_UTMTV) December 4, 2025
Bringing a wealth of experience from her time as manager of the Northern Ireland national team and as an assistant coach at Chelsea Women.
Tanya “‘THIS TEAM WILL BE BRAVE”#nufcwomen #newcastleunited #wsl2 pic.twitter.com/Kt3FXbU324
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