A round-up of the latest Newcastle United evening headlines.
Newcastle told Miguel Almiron remains 'surplus to requirements' despite Crystal Palace winner
Miguel Almiron still remains 'surplus to requirements' at Newcastle United despite his stunning matchwinning goal against Crystal Palace. That is the view of former Magpies defender Steve Howey, who does not feel the Paraguay international's future lies at St James' Park.
The former club-record signing has struggled for game-time under Eddie Howe, but has impressed in recent displays having been selected to replace the injured Ryan Fraser. Almiron scored his first goal in black-and-white since February 2020 in Wednesday's win against Palace, beating Vicente Guaita with a powerful strike from a tight angle.
Howey previously stated it would be a 'surprise' if the former Atlanta United playmaker was still on Tyneside next season, and described his time at the club so far as 'frustrating'. Almiron's performances in recent outings has led some to suggest he could remain a part of Howe's plans beyond the summer, but the pundit insists the 28-year-old does not possess the final ball or consistency required.
Norwich 0-3 Newcastle United player ratings: Joelinton and Bruno run riot at Carrow Road
Newcastle United turned on the style with a 3-0 win at Carrow Road thanks to goals from Joelinton (2) and Bruno Guimaraes. But on a day when the team performed superbly each and every player deserve credit after playing the Canaries off the park.
The scoreline could have been even greater as United created a host of chances with 13 goal attempts overall.
Here are the player ratings for the Magpies after a great day in Norfolk.
Norwich 0-3 Newcastle United: It was just like watching Brazil at Carrow Road
Newcastle United strolled to a comfortable victory in the Norfolk sunshine and made a remarkable climb into the top 10 of the Premier League. Eddie Howe's side sit ninth and at times made it look easy against the Canaries.
The points were effectively in the bag by the 49th minute on a day in which Brazilian duo Bruno Guimaraes and Joelinton did the damage at Carrow Road against the doomed Canaries. Norwich may have been the side in yellow but Newcastle were the team playing like Brazil!
With Brazil flags flying in the away end, Newcastle's South American pair were the toast of Tyneside tonight as United made it four wins in a row. There has been talk of Howe getting manager of the season of late and on this evidence that's far from an unfair suggestion given the turnaround in fortunes.
Rafa Benitez hints that he was considered for Newcastle United job after Steve Bruce departure
Rafa Benitez has hinted that he was approached by Newcastle United to replace Steve Bruce as the club’s manager following the takeover last year. The former Magpies boss was the most popular choice among a large proportion of the Toon Army but his contract with Everton, at the time, put paid to any chance of a sensational return.
He remains a much-loved figure at St James’ Park for the role he played during arguably the club’s lowest moment under Mike Ashley. In an interview with Alan Shearer in The Athletic, the pair alluded to the fact he was in the running for the manager’s job after Bruce’s departure.
After Shearer claimed that ‘a speculative call went out to Rafa or people close to him’, Benitez responded by saying: “The directors of Everton were worried about what the press were saying, but I told them, ‘Listen, if I give my word, I will try to do my best until the end.’
'I will remember this day forever' - Joelinton's joy at Newcastle United brace in Norwich victory
Joelinton has spoken of his delight after his two-goal blast floored Norwich City at Carrow Road. The Brazilian star's double strike helped United on their way to a 3-0 win in Norfolk.
On his 100th Premier League appearance, Joelinton was given a standing ovation in the dressing room after the match by his team-mates.
Joelinton said: "I am very, very happy. I will remember this day forever."
Joelinton unleashed by Newcastle, Bruno embarrasses Krul and special full-time moment - 5 things
Newcastle United have moved up to ninth place following a 3-0 win against Norwich City as the Magpies finally ended their Premier League hoodoo at Carrow Road.
Joelinton opened the scoring in the 35th minute with a striker's effort before the Brazilian doubled his side's lead just before half-time after slotting home from a tight angle. Compatriot Bruno Guimaraes then made it 3-0 after the break with a brilliant dinked finish following a mistake from Norwich goalkeeper Tim Krul.
Here are five things we learned from the game.
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