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Rangers manager Danny Rohl is feeling the heat after a highly public falling-out with club captain James Tavernier. The veteran right-back took to social media last week, claiming that Rohl broke prom...
Rangers must change the entire culture at the club if they are to challenge for trophies next season, according to the club's former goalkeeper Cammy Bell. Rangers' title hopes collapsed after the split as they lost four consecutive matches and another summer rebuild is looming, with captain James Tavernier departing after 11 years. "They've not won enough in recent history and that's why the fans are frustrated at the moment," said Bell on the BBC's Scottish Football Podcast.
Newcastle United have made a significant move as the club looks to construct a bigger stadium, purchasing a sizeable portion of the Grade 1 listed Leazes Terrace next to St James' Park, including all areas facing the ground. A final decision is yet to be made on whether Newcastle build a new stadium or expand their current home, but the club acknowledges this deal provides "greater flexibility". Newcastle have made it clear they are committed to the preservation of a building with "historic and architectural significance", which cannot be demolished.
It was an afternoon when St James' Park bid farewell to stalwarts Kieran Trippier and Emil Krafth, who are leaving the club following the expiry of their contracts this summer. Such was Trippier's impact, after swapping life in the Champions League with Atletico Madrid for an immediate relegation battle with Newcastle, in 2022, it is hard to think of a more transformational signing in the club's recent history. Newcastle have struggled for goals following the painful departure of Alexander Isak to Liverpool last summer.
To lead the line for Newcastle isn't an easy thing, there is a lot of pressure, expectation and responsibility that comes with that role. My last ever game at St James' Park, so it was emotional, especially more so now, my children were here and the supporters were fantastic.
Emil Krafth believes the future is "really bright" for Newcastle United as the defender's seven-year stay at the club comes to an end. Newcastle have announced, as expected, that Krafth will be leaving when his contract expires this summer. The Swede, who is currently sidelined with a knee injury, will be given the chance to bid farewell to supporters at a half-time presentation during Sunday's game against West Ham at St James' Park.
Kieran Trippier's impressive Newcastle career is coming to an end and Sunday will be his final match at St James' Park. The right-back, who joined from Atletico Madrid in January 2022, is widely considered as one of the club's most important signings after playing a crucial role in their resurgence under Eddie Howe. "He's definitely deserving of the recognition," said Howe.
