Sam Pinnington News Today

Manchester United and Newcastle could battle it out for the services of Sunderland wonderkid Chris Rigg in the upcoming transfer window.

Newcastle United have reportedly won a hotly-contested race to sign Birmingham City youngster Trevan Sanusi on a permanent transfer.

With the summer transfer window now slammed shut, The Hard Tackle takes a closer look at the dealings of Newcastle United in the market.

Newcastle United are reportedly set to complete the deadline-day signing of Shrewsbury Town midfield sensation Travis Hernes.