Steve Harper News

Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew says he expects to be in charge of the club for the start of the new season, and he is still hoping to persuade captain Fabricio Coloccini to stay.

FROM the sublime to the utterly ridiculous he has seen it all, but after 20 years at Newcastle Steve Harper is finally stepping off the black and white rollercoaster.

Frank Lampard can't do any more, a history of the penalty kick as well as insight into both Championship and SuperLiga action Frank Lampard scores his second goal to become Chelsea's highest ever scorer during the game against Aston Villa.

Loic Remy's early penalty was cancelled out by a spot kick from Hatem Ben Arfa, but Yoan Gouffran gives Alan Pardew's side three crucial points Newcastle ensured Premier League survival with a game to spare as already-relegated QPR went down with a whimper at Loftus Road today.

Newcastle United's Fabricio Coloccini, left, and Mike Williamson celebrate avoiding relegation after the 2-1 win at QPR.

Many moons ago I ghosted the autobiography of Newcastle United's last skipper to lift a meaningful piece of silverware on our behalf.

Newcastle United have reportedly joined Liverpool in their pursuit of Reading goalkeeper Alex McCarthy.

Rob Elliot's form between the sticks for Newcastle United has persuaded the club their goalkeeping unit is strong enough Rob Elliot has performed well enough for Newcastle to cool their search for another senior goalkeeper ahead of next season.

Newcastle United have allowed 21-year-old prospect Yven Moyo to return to his native France for trials with Ligue 2 clubs Newcastle United have allowed 21-year-old prospect Yven Moyo to return to his native France for trials with Ligue 2 clubs.