Leeds United, Everton plotting shock moves for Newcastle star who’s been ‘superb’ out on loan

The Magpies boss says the 27-year-old has been 'really unlucky' but has backed him to take his opportunity when it presents itself.

A pundit thinks Newcastle will let a third player leave in the January transfer window as they prepare to enter the bidding for a Croatian ace

The left-back has signed a four-year contract after converting his loan from Aston Villa into a permanent deal.

The left-back impressed on loan from Aston Villa during the second half of last season and many clubs took note.

The future of Newcastle loanee Matt Targett is up in the air, as the Magpies will reportedly prioritise the signing of Renan Lodi at left-back.

Gerrard has reportedly drawn up his summer shopping list at Villa, with six players wanted and Rangers' star Bassey one of his top targets

Eddie Howe has lauded Matt Targett as 'an integral member of the squad' but has rubbished rumours of another potential signing.

Leeds, Leicester, and Wolves are all chasing the signature of a Premier League left-back who reportedly has a £15m agreement in place.

The Magpies will look to bring in many news faces in the off-season and one man is eager to be part of the setup.

The Magpies are expected to prioritise the simple signing of one star in the upcoming transfer window

The boss will have plenty of decisions to make in the summer and it may be that one man does not make the cut.

Newcastle have plans afoot over a double summer deal, though Man Utd could scupper one move for a soon-to-be free agent, per reports.

The manager hasn't given him as many opportunities as two other signings he has praised, but promises him they will come

The Toon boss and the club's fans have liked what they've seen, so a no brainer move could be wrapped up once the window opens

Matt Targett could make his move to Newcastle permanent in the summer after reacting to the arrival of Lucas Digne at Villa

While he was pleased with their January business, the Villa boss is waiting in the wings to push on with their climb up the pyramid

One pundit reckons an Aston Villa player's time in the West Midlands is 'done', allowing Newcastle to steal in this summer

Three mooted Aston Villa deals have crossed the line, with two made possible as direct consequences of recent Steven Gerrard signings.

Newcastle have confirmed their latest signing and manager Eddie Howe has lauded the arrival as another key component in his team

Aston Villa's January window is not over yet, as they may make another trio of moves before the deadline.

Reports over the weekend doubted whether Newcastle would have time to add him to their list of recruits but things are now looking promising

The Magpies are maximising the last 24 hours of the winter window and are now focused on another position that has been problematic

Newcastle could sign an Aston Villa star regarded highly by his teammates, and Gerrard's January spending may have made a deal possibe.

Aston Villa have signed a defender that Liverpool and Arsenal had on their list of targets.

Southampton are closing on the signing of Birmingham's Che Adams - a move that could be offset by the sale of an out-of-favour full-back.

TEAMtalk understands Liverpool and Arsenal have enquired to Southampton about a Premier League left-back.

Southampton are demanding an increased fee for Matt Targett, after rejecting two bids from Fulham on Wednesday for the left-back.

TEAMtalk can reveal Fulham have made new £14million bid for Southampton defender Matt Targett.

Fulham have returned to Southampton with an improved £12million offer for left-back Matt Targett, we can reveal.

Newcastle United are in talks with Southampton about signing England Under-21 international Matt Targett, TEAMtalk can reveal.