Newcastle United open-top bus parade date announced as 29 March
The 32-year-old defender scored Newcastle's first goal at Wembley in 25 years on Sunday, with the team eventually beating Liverpool 2-1.Leader of Northumberland County Council Glen Sanderson said he intended to nominate Burn for the Freedom of Northumberland as he believed it would "inspire young people to achieve their dreams"."It's a great victory for the region and the fact a local lad from Blyth played such a crucial part of the journey is wonderful," he added.
And the honours for Burn do not stop there.Northumberland National Park has also announced it has temporarily renamed Elsdon Burn Walk, near Elsdon, to "Big Dan Burn Walk".Once the centre of defence in the Border Reiver battles, a spokesperson said it "seems like a fitting place to mark Dan's and the whole teams' heroic achievements"."Northumberland National Park is a place as grand and expansive as Dan himself," they added, in a nod to the player's 6ft 6in (1.98m) height.
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Daily Mirror
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- Daily Mirror
13 Premier League deals being worked on with transfer window closing in three weeks
Premier League clubs have forked out hundreds of millions of pounds on new signings but there are still a few deals yet to be completed - including some big ones The new Premier League season is just a few days away but the transfer fun doesn't end for a little longer. Deadline day isn't until September 1, meaning teams have three weeks from today to complete their summer business. Plenty of those big deals have already been done. Some were wrapped up early, such as Florian Wirtz's move to Liverpool and Joao Pedro's Chelsea switch, but others have taken a little longer. Viktor Gyokeres completed his move to Arsenal after the Gunners began their pre-season campaign, though he has had time to start two friendlies and score in one. Benjamin Sesko's Manchester United switch took a little longer, with the striker unveiled as United took on Fiorentina on Saturday, and a behind-closed-doors friendly could give him the opportunity to make his debut for the club. Liverpool have been te biggest spenders among Premier League clubs this summer, with Fulham the quietest in the market. Things could easily change in the coming weeks, though - especially if certain teams start the season slowly. Some of the potential deals have been on the cards all summer long, while others have emerged more recently. Here, Mirror Football takes a look at what we can expect between now and the end of the month. Alexander Isak (Newcastle to Liverpool) The big what-if remaining this summer concerns Isak's future. Liverpool have already seen one bid rejected, but the Newcastle striker still appears keen on an Anfield move. The issue is that Newcastle are desperate not to sell. It's been a frustrating window for Eddie Howe's side when it comes to landing targets - with several players opting for moves elsewhere - and losing Isak would only add to the nightmare summer. Liverpool have sold Luis DIaz and Darwin Nunez, though, and have a hole in their attack. Newcastle would surely want a replacement sorted first, though - more on that later. Jack Grealish (Manchester City to Everton) If Isak does join Liverpool, he would likely become the most expensive signing in Premier League history. Jack Grealish once held that honour, and the England international might well act as a cautionary tale. Yes, Grealish helped current club Manchester City win the treble in 2022-23, but things have gone south since. He is very much surplus to requirements this summer, and will be allowed to leave if a suitable offer arrives. Everton looks like a good fit, and would give David Moyes a marquee signing for the first season at Hill Dickinson Stadium. Even a loan wouldn't be cheap, though, and the Toffees will need to decide wether their limited funds are better used elsewhere, but reports on Monday suggested they decided it is worth the gamble. Marc Guehi (Crystal Palace to Liverpool) Liverpool created chances in the Community Shield on Sunday, but were left wanting at the back at times. Despite the excitement of a potential deal for Isak, there will be some who feel a new centre-back is more important. Marc Guehi has already been the subject of a couple of Reds bids, though they've fallen short of Crystal Palace's valuation so far. Guehi only has one yet left on his contract, though, and a late offer could yet get the job done. "Of course, for players of that calibre to leave on a free, it is a problem for a football club," Palace chairman Steve Parish said when asked about £50m-rated Guehi. "There is no doubt about it unfortunately." Ebere Eze (Crystal Palace to Arsenal) Guehi might not be the only one leaving Selhurst Park this summer. He played on Sunday, as did Ebere Eze, but Eze remains a target for Arsenal. The Gunners have already signed Noni Madueke and Viktor Gyokeres, among others. Eze would offer something different in the final third, though, and would allow the Gunners to cash in on Leandro Trossard. "Let's see what happens in terms of where the squad is in the next few weeks, but we are actively looking at options, as well there are a few players maybe that they have to leave as well so we'll be open to see what happens," Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said after a weekend friendly win over Athletic Club. Savinho (Manchester City to Tottenham) Tottenham Hotspur moved early to sign Mohammed Kudus from West Ham, but James Maddison's injury could force them back into the market. Maddison will miss the majority of the season with an ACL injury which requires surgery, and Savinho is one of the players linked with a North London switch after that news broke. The winger impressed in flashes during his first Manchester City season. Pep Guardiola's side added Rayan Cherki over the summer, though, and te Frenchman appears more likely to get minutes this term. City would be looking to make a profit on the £34m they paid to sign Savinho from Troyes last summer. He is said to be open to an exit, too, so this is worth keeping an eye on. Jadon Sancho (Manchester United to Juventus) Manchester United sealed their Benjamin Sesko deal on Saturday, and now the task is offloading some fringe players. Marcus Rashford has already completeed a loan move to Barcelona, and Sancho might be next. Chelsea paid United to get out of a permanent move for the winger, who blew hot and cold on loan last term. Juventus continue to be linked, along with Serie A rivals Inter Milan, with a complex PSR situation developing. United are keen to comply with profit and sustainability rules by sending Sancho and others away. Juve also need to balance the books, though, and we may need to see exits for the likes of Douglas Luiz and Dusan Vlahovic before there's any movement in the other direction. Alejandro Garnacho (Manchester United to Chelsea) Staying with United exits, Garnacho is another player who has potential suitors. Chelsea are believed to have agreed terms with the Argentine, but there's still work to be done on the fee. United wanted £70m for Garnacho back in January, and that was considered too steep for Chelsea and Napoli. A move to Stamford Bridge this summer could still happen, though. Ruben Amorim certainly appears to have no space for Garnacho, who was left out of pre-season matches. The same applies to left-back Tyrell Malacia, though there has been less interest in the former Feyenoord man. Xavi Simons (RB Leipzig to Chelsea) Chelsea have strengthened in attacking areas, with Estevao Willian joined by strikers Liam Delap and Joao Pedro. The supporting cast could use some new blood, though, especially with Madueke moving on. It's for this reason that Garnacho might not be the only addition. Xavi Simons of RB Leipzig has been eyed for a while, and Leipzig's failure to qualify for Europe could make a deal possible. Chelsea have been keen to send a player the other way, though, and this is where the problems lie. Christopher Nkunku could ultimately return to his former club, but it sounds like he'd need to take a wage hit. Harvey Elliott (Liverpool to RB Leipzig) If Leipzig are after a Simons successor, Elliott looks like a good fit. The England Under-21 star struggled for minutes at Liverpool last season, and Wirt'z arrival will make game time even harder to come by. Liverpool are looking for around £50m for the former Fulham man, though a lower initial sum plus a buy-back clause is another option. The Bundesliga may suit him well, too, especially if he gets the minutes denied him under Arne Slot. A big season in Germany might even offer Elliott an England opportunity as we approach the World Cup. 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Rasmus Hojlund (Manchester United to AC Milan) It may be that Hojlund decides to stay and battle it out with Sesko for minutes at Old Trafford. If he decides against it, though, Milan could provide a way out. The Danish striker showed promise in his first Serie A spell at Atalanta, prompting Manchester United to break the bank to sign him. Milan would be paying considerably less than £72m, though. Juventus striker Vlahovic is another option for the Rossoneri. However, Hojlund may well come on lower wages and a hunger to make up for lost time. Nicolas Jackson (Chelsea to Newcastle United) Back to Newcastle, who you'd imagine will need at least one new striker if Isak leaves. They may need one regardless, having allowed Callum Wilson - now at West Ham - to leave upon the expiry of his contract. Jackson missed out on Chelsea's last two 'weekender' friendlies amid reported interest. 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The Guardian
13 minutes ago
- The Guardian
Virgil v the cosmos, plus shootout ineptitude: the Community Shield delivers
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It wasn't long before Liverpool retook the lead, courtesy of Jeremie Frimpong's fluke second goal. Palace, though, remained uncowed, fighting their way back into the contest and, in the second half, looking the likelier scorers. But just as they looked like running out of steam, Milos Kerkez – a left-back better going forwards than backwards, signed to replace Andy Robertson, etc and so on – lost track of his whereabouts, in the process allowing Ismaïla Sarr to equalise. Palace might then have won the match in normal time, but with a cross into the box looking dangerous, Alexis Mac Allister – arm well away from his body and raised to shoulder-height – took the ball away from Sarr. Oddly, Virgil's search for truth was less pronounced this time – likewise that of the officials – so to penalties we went, a shootout of notable incompetence failing to provoke the dignified gentlemen of the internet into a flurry of misandric rage and condescension. 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Daily Mirror
42 minutes ago
- Daily Mirror
Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer agree on Premier League winners - 'Impossible to stop'
Liverpool have been tipped to retain the Premier League title by Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer, who believe the Reds could have an "impossible" attack to stop after an incredible summer window Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer agree that Liverpool will win the Premier League again this season. Arne Slot's Reds dominated the league last term and have spent the summer bolstering their squad with new talent. Liverpool's first signing was Jeremie Frimpong, activating his £29.5million release clause at Bayer Leverkusen to swiftly fill the void left by Trent Alexander-Arnold's departure. The Reds then broke their club-record transfer fee by securing attacking-midfielder Florian Wirtz in a whopping £116m deal, followed by the acquisition of Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth for £40m. Striker Hugo Ekitike was next to join the ranks of Anfield in a £79m move from Eintracht Frankfurt, while goalkeeper Armin Pecsi was signed from Puskas AFC for a modest £1.5m. Given their impressive transfer window thus far, both Lineker and Shearer are confident that Liverpool are well-positioned to defend their title this season. On The Rest Is Football, Lineker said: "I think they're going to win it again. Anyone differ?" before Shearer replied: "No, I'm with you. And I don't think they'll be finished in the window as well. I think they'll still look for a player or two. So I'm with you, I've got them for the title." Micah Richards, turning to Newcastle United fan Shearer, then asked: "What's happening with [Alexander] Isak, Al?" hinting at Liverpool's pursuit of the star striker throughout the summer, reports the Liverpool Echo. To which Shearer responded: "I don't know, I mean, did you hear Eddie's [Howe's] interview after the game that they had yesterday? Saying it's completely out of his hands," before Lineker added: "Yeah, I suspect he's going to go to Liverpool." Despite Newcastle's early insistence that the 25-year-old wasn't on the market, it seems as though Isak himself is now keen for a move away from St. James' Park, having highlighted a desire to explore his options this summer. Liverpool have already had a bid of £110m plus add-ons for the Swede knocked back, given the Magpies rate him at no less than £150m. However, with just three weeks remaining in the current window, Liverpool could come back with a better offer to secure Isak for the upcoming season. The star has missed all of pre-season with Newcastle and finds himself in a tricky situation. Reports suggest that Newcastle are standing firm on their valuation and will only let Isak go if they can find an adequate replacement for the forward, who netted 23 Premier League goals last term. Shearer added: "If [Liverpool] were to get him, the options they'd have up top would just be incredible. So they'd be impossible to stop if they got Isak, I think." Slot's summer signings made an immediate impact in Sunday's Community Shield clash with Crystal Palace, despite losing the coveted title on penalties. Ekitike took just four minutes to net his first goal for Liverpool, expertly guiding the ball past Dean Henderson from the edge of the box with his right foot. Jean-Philippe Mateta equalised at the 17-minute mark, coolly slotting home a penalty, before Frimpong put Liverpool back in the lead just four minutes later with a cheeky chip from the right-hand side of the pitch. Ismaila Sarr levelled the score once more with 13 minutes remaining, bouncing the ball off the right post and past Alisson from inside the box. With the match deadlocked, a nail-biting penalty shootout was all that stood between last season's Premier League and FA Cup winners. Mohamed Salah unusually blasted Liverpool's first penalty over the bar, before Mateta clinically converted his second spot-kick of the game. Henderson then thwarted Alexis Mac Allister by diving low to his left, before Alisson pulled off a heroic save of his own to deny Eberechi Eze. Cody Gakpo then sent Henderson the wrong way with his penalty, before Sarr made it 2-1 with a hop, skip and a jump. The tension was tangible as Harvey Elliott's penalty to the left was blocked by Henderson, before Borna Sosa gave Liverpool a glimmer of hope by hitting the crossbar. Dominik Szoboszlai managed to equalise the shootout at 2-2, but Liverpool needed either a crucial save from Alisson or a miss from Justin Devenny to push it into sudden death. Unfortunately for the Reds, neither scenario came to fruition, with Devenny blasting the ball into the top right corner, securing Palace's first-ever Community Shield. Liverpool and Slot will now shift their focus to their Premier League opener against Bournemouth at Anfield on Friday, August 15.
