Newcastle United's recent Carabao Cup victory is not set to divert their attention from their primary goal this season: securing a spot in the Champions League. This ambition is further fueled by the prospect of Eddie Howe receiving a significant pay increase, should he achieve this feat. Meanwhile, Newcastle's chairman, Yasir Al-Rumayyan, has made it clear that any offers for Alexander Isak, his preferred player, are to be resisted during the upcoming transfer window.
In other managerial news, Tottenham Hotspur is considering potential candidates such as Andoni Iraola and Marco Silva to replace Ange Postecoglou if necessary. This potential change comes amidst ongoing discussions about the club’s direction and leadership. Over at Crystal Palace, former sporting director Iain Moody is emerging as a candidate to succeed Dougie Freedman, who seems poised for a role in Saudi Arabia.
Meanwhile, Aberdeen's young talent Fletcher Boyd is catching attention by training with Steve Clarke's Scotland squad, showcasing the club's commitment to nurturing young prospects. In a similar vein, former Arsenal prodigy Jack Wilshere sees a bright future for Myles Lewis-Skelly, predicting that the young talent may emulate his path and possibly become a World Cup star.
Turning to player movements, Liverpool's Luis Diaz might be on his way to Barcelona at the end of the season as interest mounts from the Spanish giants. Bournemouth, on the other hand, is optimistic about signing Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher this summer, despite competition from top-tier clubs. Real Madrid is also making strategic moves to bolster their defense by targeting Bournemouth's Dean Huijsen after his recent promotion to Spain's senior squad.
In a surprising development, former Newcastle striker Papiss Cisse is preparing to return to the field as he nears his 40th birthday, proving that age is but a number when it comes to passion for the game. Former Chelsea defender William Gallas has not held back in his critique of Jadon Sancho following Manchester United's narrow defeat to Arsenal. This comes as Manchester United looks to strengthen their attacking lineup with a four-man shortlist for summer acquisitions.
In Portugal, ex-Rangers manager Pedro Caixinha faces uncertainty at Santos, with Neymar reportedly playing an active role in finding his replacement. This development underscores the influence of star players in managerial decisions within clubs.
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