Expert: Newcastle ready to sell player after public bust-up, teammates could also be sold
Below is a summary of the full article. Click here for the full version from Football Insider or go back to LFC Live.
(Credit: Imago) Mon 18 May 2026 17:00, UK Joe Willock could be among a number of Newcastle United stars allowed to move on this summer as Eddie Howe puts major transfer plans in place.The 26-year-old has attracted interest from Premier League rivals in the past and has not been a regular fixture in Howe’s team, with an exit now firmly on the cards.During the 3-1 win against West Ham last time out, the former Arsenal player was spotted exchanging words with Bruno Guimaraes which has led to further concerns.Former Man United chief scout Mick Brown told Football Insider that players may be unhappy at Newcastle and a refresh of the squad could be needed as a result.Willock could be allowed to leave if he is not content with his role, while any other unhappy or frustrated players could follow him in a big transfer window for Newcastle. 🔄 Newcastle Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on deals in progress, signings, departures, and contract news from the Newcastle United boardroom. VISIT THE NEWCASTLE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Could Newcastle cash in on Joe Willock this summer?Football Insider revealed earlier this year that Willock could push to leave Newcastle after being left frustrated by his lack of playing time under Howe.The midfielder has attracted interest from other Premier League sides including Leeds and Crystal Palace, who could now be put on alert if he becomes available.Joe Willock2025-26 StatsAppearances38Starts17Minutes Played1560Goals1Assists3Joe Willock’s stats for Newcastle in the 2025-26 season.
(via Transfermarkt)His ongoing frustrations over his role alongside some potential behind-the-scenes concerns and a lack of positivity at St James’ Park could now point to wider departures.“It was a strange situation, that bust-up between the two players,” Brown told Football Insider.“Bruno Guimaraes was moaning at the ball that Willock played, or didn’t play, and Willock fired back at him, it wasn’t a pretty sight.“To me at least, it points to there being a bit of unhappiness behind the scenes and frustrations are boiling over into the games which is never a good sign.“If Willock or anybody else is unhappy at Newcastle, the club will be prepared to move them on in the summer, because they can’t allow that to go any further.“There are a few issues in the squad at Newcastle, it doesn’t feel particularly settled at the moment and there a few players you can see moving on in the summer.“Whether it’s playing time, the way the season has gone, or whatever it might be.“If that incident on the pitch is anything to go by, and honestly it might just be nothing but it didn’t look particularly positive, then these issues need to be sorted out.”Which players could follow Willock away from Newcastle?Willock is not the only player believed to be eyeing a move away from Newcastle this summer amid suggestions of unhappiness and disillusionment.After what has been a frustrating season for the Magpies which could see them miss out on European football altogether, multiple players are eyeing exit.Credit: ImagoThe most high-profile departure could come as Football Insider exclusively revealed Bayern Munich are preparing to sign Anthony Gordon with an offer lined up.Newcastle are expected to hold out for a £75million fee, while Bayern are likely to offer in the region of £65million with negotiations still set to take place.This comes after Howe confirmed the England international has been left out of recent squads as he is already looking to the future ahead of the summer window. Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Newcastle Insider Access Get the full story from St James’ Park and Darsley Park with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of Tyneside.