Phil Hay reports that Leeds could try to sign John Swift in the January window. The Reading midfielder is out of contract at the end of the season – and Whites fans have reacted on Twitter. The Whites desperately need additions in the middle of the park. Another injury to Kalvin Phillips means the Whites are another body down in midfield, with Leeds already in need of a central player. Swift, 26, is a player Marcelo Bielsa likes – with the Argentine speaking publicly of his admiration for the ex-Chelsea ace. In 21 Championship appearances, he has produced 17 goal involvements in that time. But ..read more

Phil Hay has told his Athletic podcast that Leeds could strike a deal to sign Reading midfielder John Swift in January, stating that the soon-to-be free agent is a player Marcelo Bielsa likes. Swift, 26, is out of contract at the end of the season. It means that interested parties could sign the ex-Chelsea man for a cut-price fee in January, or for nothing when his contract expires in June 2022. The England Under-21 ace has been on fire this season for Reading. Clocking up 21 Championship appearances for the Royals, he has had a hand in 17 goals – scoring eight times, and laying on nine assist ..read more

The agent of Reading midfielder John Swift has told LUFC Fan Zone that while Leeds have not been in contact – Elland Road would be an ideal move. Swift, 26, has been on fire for the Royals this season – producing a huge 16 goal involvements from 18 Championship games. He contract ends in June. Eight goals and eight assists has caught the attention of Leeds, Burnley and Wolves. The Sheffield Star say the trio are expected to make their move. Whether that is in January, or pursuing Swift at the end of the season when is on a free – remains to be seen. But the interest is there. LUFC Fan Zone rep ..read more

Leeds are reportedly battling Wolves to sign Reading midfielder John Swift in the January window – and Leeds fans are desperate to see him signed. Swift, 26, has been on fire for Reading this season. Clocking up 17 appearances for the Royals, he has had a hand in 15 goals for Reading. His form has been sensational, being given the license to get forward and play as a 10 – rather than being used as a midfielder in a deeper position. It has seen him score eight goals and create seven more in his 15 games this season. A brilliant run of form that will have clubs taking a look. That is, because of ..read more

Matt Ritchie has claimed – via Chronicle Live – that Arsenal midfielder Joe Willock proved his doubters wrong while on loan at Newcastle United. Willock moved to St. James’ Park in a last-ditch Deadline Day deal in February after playing a bit-part role under Mikel Arteta. The England U21 international only started two of his seven Premier League appearances at Arsenal this season. Steve Bruce gleefully took the opportunity to unleash Willock at Newcastle and reaped the rewards, as his goals directly returned eight points. He found the back of the net eight times all told, including in each of ..read more

Newcastle United suffered defeat at home to Manchester City tonight – but some of the club’s fans on Twitter were extremely pleased with the performance of their star Matt Ritchie. The Magpies ended up on the wrong end of a 4-3 scoreline in the Premier League fixture against this season’s champions. Newcastle, who have often been criticised this year for a defensive approach, unleashed the shackles to try attack with real pace and directness. Steve Bruce’s side took an early lead through Emil Krafth, and Joelinton’s penalty on the stroke of half time took them into the break at 2-2. Joe Willoc ..read more

According to The Shields Gazette, Matt Ritchie faces an uncertain future at Newcastle United as the winger is unlikely to feature prominently in Steve Bruce’s plans next season. The Toon boss is expected to prioritise a shift in tactics over the summer break and hit the new campaign with an established back-four, having frequently favoured a five-man defence this season to help manage a fight for Premier League survival. Ritchie has played an instrumental role in the Magpies’ efforts since returning to selection last month, and offered his second assist in six games during last Friday’s 4-2 wi ..read more

Matt Ritchie has revealed to Sky Sports that he was ready to say goodbye to Newcastle United for the last time during the January transfer window. The former Scotland winger was set to leave the North East and return to former side AFC Bournemouth on loan for the remainder of the season, but saw a deal collapse on Deadline Day when the Magpies pulled the plug. Newcastle were opposed to sanctioning a temporary move away for the experienced dynamo, having lost summer signing Jamal Lewis to an injury before soon seeing the Norwich City product develop a groin problem (Sky Sports). Ritchie had onl ..read more

Newcastle United recored a dramatic 3-2 victory over West Ham on Saturday – and some of the club’s fans on Twitter hailed their star Matt Ritchie for his performance. The Magpies jumped up to 15th in the Premier League table with a victory that means they are nine points above the relegation places. Steve Bruce’s side cruised into half time with a two-goal margin. Issa Diop’s own goal, and Joelinton close-range finish gave them the advantage, plus Craig Dawson was also sent off for the visitors at St James’ Park. But 10-man West Ham levelled the game in the second period with goals from Issa D ..read more

Newcastle United could allow Matt Ritchie to return to Bournemouth, with The Sun reporting that Philip Billing could move in the opposite direction. Ritchie has not started a game since the defeat to Leicester at the start of the month. And he has been an unused substitute for the last two games. (Photo by James Williamson – AMA/Getty Images) The Sun suggests that the Cherries are keen to re-sign the 31-year-old almost five years after his departure for Tyneside. As noted by Spotrac, Ritchie earns £45,000-a-week at St James’ Park. And the report claims that Billing could end up joining Newca ..read more