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Isak arrives at Newcastle, set to complete club-record move

Sweden striker Alexander Isak has arrived at Newcastle and appears close to completing a move from Real Sociedad to the Saudi-owned Premier League team for a reported club-record f...

AUGUST 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Edging closer to return Targett (hamstring) is edging closer to a return, according to manager Eddie Howe. "Matt is doing well. He was close against Man City but we didn't want to take that risk when he h...

Impact Targett was on the cusp of making the bench Sunday, but he wasn't risked. Assuming things don't get worse over the next few days, there's a good chance he'll be an option Sunday at Wolves, though he'll have to make more progress in order to start.

AUGUST 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out against Man City Targett (hamstring) hasn't been made available for Sunday's match against Manchester City.

Impact Targett wasn't a lock to play Sunday and this news confirms his absence. Dan Burn has been named to the lineup again but a tough opponent leaves all on the Toon defense a tough day ahead of them.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Late test for Man City visit Targett (hamstring) is a late decision for Sunday's match against Manchester City, according to manager Eddie Howe.

Impact It doesn't sound like Targett will be available to start Sunday unless he makes a quick full recovery in the next 48 hours. Assuming that doesn't happen, Dan Burn will likely start at left-back, a spot in which he'll basically serve as a center-back given that Manchester City may be in their attacking third the majority of the contest.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Brighton Targett is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Brighton because of a dead leg sustained last weekend that turned into a hamstring issue.

Impact This is a bit of a surprise for Targett, as he went 90 minutes in the opener and wasn't mentioned by Eddie Howe in his press conference. In his place, Dan Burn looks to be starting at left-back, though he figures to stay back plenty and not get nearly as forward as Targett, especially away to Brighton.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Saudi-funded Newcastle on inexorable path to soccer's summit

Newcastle is entering its first full season in the Premier League since being bought by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund

AUGUST 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Forster joining Tottenham after long spell at Southampton

England goalkeeper Fraser Forster will end his eight-year spell at Southampton by joining Tottenham on a free transfer when his contract expires at the end of the month

JUNE 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Completes permanent move Targett signed a four-year contract with Newcastle United on Wednesday after securing a permanent transfer from Aston Villa.

Impact Targett started all 16 of his appearances for Newcastle after joining the club on a mid-season loan. In those outings, the defender recorded six shots (four on target), 74 crosses (24 accurate) and 35 corners. Looking ahead to next season, Targett should be in the mix to serve as the primary corner taker, having taken over from Matt Ritchie in the back half of the season.

JUNE 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Performs well after Newcastle move Targett started in all his 16 appearances with Newcastle and racked up 74 crosses, 41 tackles, 25 interceptions and 38 clearances.

Impact Targett came from Aston Villa during winter transfer window and, despite not appearing on the scoresheet as he did in the first half of the season, he looked rejuvenated and had better performances on both sides of the pitch. The left back had the best season of his career a year ago and can very well be one of EPL's most impactful players at his position during the next campaign as Newcastle will probably bring some high-profile reinforcements that will make things easier inside the pitch.

JUNE 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Matt Targett, Newcastle and Aston Villa's thinking about a summer transfer The framework for a £15m deal is in place but Newcastle and Targett are looking at alternative options despite a fine loan spell together

MAY 26, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Eligible to play Saturday Targett will be in contention against West Ham United after having to sit out versus his parent club Aston Ville on Sunday.

Impact Targett will no doubt slot into the starting XI in a left-back role and figures to offer solid fantasy value given his ability to push the attack from the backline. In 18 appearances this year, including his debut with Newcastle United, Targett has registered one goal on seven shots (two on target), one assist and 60 crosses (17 accurate).

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ineligible versus Villa Targett will not be an option against parent-club Aston Villa on Sunday.

Impact After making his debut for Newcastle versus Everton on Tuesday, Targett will have to watch from the sidelines. Looking ahead to the rest of the season, Targett should be a frequent starter for the club moving forward and could offer solid top-half fantasy value given his ability to push the attack from the backline.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

5 players in, $120M spent: Newcastle goes big in January

Newcastle was always likely to be the English Premier League’s most active club in the January transfer window because the club is threatened by relegation and now has the richest...

JANUARY 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Loaned to Newcastle Targett has joined Newcastle on loan for the rest of the season from Aston Villa.

Impact A move for Targett seemed inevitable after he lost his starting gig to Lucas Digne almost immediately. He joins a Newcastle squad that has rotated at left-back all season and figures to immediately come into the XI, having been a regular at Villa the last three seasons.

JANUARY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Newcastle signs Wood from relegation rival, Digne to Villa

Newcastle has strengthened its attacking options and significantly weakened those of a relegation rival in the Premier League by signing Chris Wood from Burnley for a reported $34....

JANUARY 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lukaku ends goal drought in Chelsea's 3-1 win at Aston Villa

Jorginho scored two penalties and Romelu Lukaku netted his first Premier League goal since September to lead Chelsea’s comeback for a 3-1 victory at Aston Villa

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ready to play Saturday Targett (head) will be available versus Liverpool on Saturday. Manager Steven Gerrard told reporters, "Matty Targett has trained all week. He's ready to go," Ashley Preece of the B...

Impact Prior to getting hurt, Targett recorded one goal on one shot, 12 crosses (eight accurate) and four corners in his previous five contests. If he does crack the starting XI, the left-back should be a top-half fantasy target as he pushes the attack from the backline.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Leicester Targett (head) is not in Villa's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Leicester City.

Impact Targett was subbed out of Wednesday's defeat against Manchester City with a head injury, and he will miss Sunday's game as well. Ashley Young replaces him at left back against Leicester.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Leicester Targett is questionable to be able to play in Sunday's clash against Leicester City after suffering a head injury in Wednesday's defeat against Man City.

Impact Aston Villa manager Steven Gerrard is hopeful that Targett's injury is minor and that he will be able to return on Sunday.

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against City Targett was subbed out of Wednesday's defeat against Manchester City in the 66th minute after clashing heads with Joao Cancelo. He made a block, two clearances and won one of two t...

Impact Targett was replaced by 18-year-old Carney Chukwuemeka on Wednesday, but the severity of his injury is unclear as of yet. Villa plays Leicester on Sunday.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gerrard gets better of Vieira in battle of EPL greats

Steven Gerrard got the better of Patrick Vieira in the battle of the English Premier League greats-turned-managers as goals from Matt Targett and John McGinn secured a 2-1 win for...

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores goal against Palace Targett scored a goal and won one of two tackles in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Crystal Palace. He also made a block and two clearances in the match.

Impact Targett scored his first Premier League goal in more than two years on Saturday, opening the scoring as Villa have won six of six available points under new manager Steven Gerrard. Wednesday will bring a tougher test against defending champions Manchester City, which have scored 25 goals in 12 matches this season.

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Matt Targett grabs Aston Villa edge over Crystal Palace ' Premier League

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Performs well on both ends Targett created three chances, sent in six crosses (four accurate), made seven tackles (four won) and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 2-0 win over Brighton.

Impact Targett made an impact on both side of the pitch, with team highs in chances created, crosses and tackles. The left back is always a factor from the left flank and his two-way potential makes him a great pickup regardless of the matchup. Up next for Targett is Saturday's visit to Crystal Palace.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Wolves score 3 late goals to beat Aston Villa 3-2

Ruben Neves has scored in stoppage time to seal a dramatic victory for Wolverhampton

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS