Another day, another Toon Talk. With the international week moving slowly along, here are some headlines that you may be interested in.
Jonjo Shelvey discusses what Rafa Benitez has brought to the table for Newcastle United. With Benitez at the helm, Shelvey expects the club to take big steps forward. (Shields Gazette)
Our match officials have been confirmed;
⚖️ The match officials have been confirmed for Saturday's @premierleague game at @ManUtd.
— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) November 14, 2017
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The injury report for our game against Manchester United could feature some big names for either side. For Manchester United, Paul Pogba is doubtful as he is coming off a hamstring tear and Phil Jones could also miss the match with a nagging thigh injury. (Chronicle)
Newcastle are reportedly interested in Gorka Guruzeta, a forward playing for Athletic Bilbao. Newcastle joins Tottenham, Chelsea, and Arsenal as teams who are interested in the 21-year-old. (HITC)
Around the Premier League
This isn’t exactly Premier League news but Italy has failed to qualify for the World Cup for the first time since 1958. Where did it all go wrong? (BBC)