The Magpies head into the game with five new signings on the books, and it will be fascinating to see which new players are thrown straight into the first time, and how they get on in their first test against Frank Lampard’s Toffees.
Among Newcastle’s new signings is full-back Matt Targett, who has joined on loan from Aston Villa. Discussing his move to St James’ Park, the former Southampton ace said: “Well, you look at it from afar, and you see all the players they’ve been linked with, the new owners and the project, it’s all exciting,
“It’s been a bit hectic, really. I found out last night. I was back down south with my family, and had to travel back up to Birmingham. I got a phone call from my agent saying ‘we need you up here by tomorrow morning’.
“I also had a brief phone call with (head coach Eddie Howe) yesterday evening, and said he was looking forward to working with me. The team has quality, and I’m sure we’ve got enough to stay in the league. I’m always happy to play. I’ll give my all for the club.”
He added: “About three or four years ago, I was linked with Newcastle – and I was about to get on a plane from Southampton!
“Even at the time then, I just didn’t feel I was ready, but, now with the experiences I’ve had, I feel like I’m in a good place.”
Take a look at all the latest stories from the Premier League, as the reaction to Monday’s enthralling transfer deadline day continues:
West Ham United are believed to have missed out on a late deadline day swoop for Atalanta striker Duvan Zapata. The Hammers were said to have made a late loan offer for the Colombia international, but failed to get the deal over the line. (Sky Sports News)
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Liverpool said said to be “confident” of landing target Fabio Carvalho in the summer, despite missing out on the Fulham sensation on deadline day. They’ll now look to agree a pre-contract with the player before completing the deal at the end of the current campaign. (Sky Sports)
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Brighton forgotten man Moises Caicedo has revealed his joy at being recalled to the club from a loan spell at Belgian side Beerschot. He’s branded the Premier League “the best in the world” and signalled his intentions to break into Graham Potter’s side. (Sport Witness)
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Manchester City have tied star full-back Joao Cancelo down to a new five-year deal. He’s been with the club for three years since joining from Juventus, and has won one Premier League titles and a EFL Cups. (Club website)
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