Newcastle United Stands by Manager Eddie Howe Despite Recent Struggles

Catch up on the latest sports news and transfer rumors from Tuesday's newspapers... Newcastle United's owners remain committed to Eddie Howe, with plans to reassess the manager's position at the end of the season, according to The Athletic. Former Tottenham executive chair Daniel Levy received a higher compensation package in the 2024/25 season than the combined total of all 64 players and staff of the women's team, as revealed in the club's latest financial reports, The Guardian reports. For a recap of the sports headlines, tune in to Back Pages on Sky Sports News from 10:30 pm, Monday through Friday, or listen to the Back Pages podcast. West Bromwich Albion faces a potential points deduction after being charged with violating the EFL's Profit and Sustainability rules, The Athletic notes. There is growing optimism that Sheffield Wednesday will have new ownership by the end of the month, according to the Daily Mail. Dundee United is in discussions with Melbourne Victory to agree on a transfer fee for Joshua Rawlins, as reported by the Daily Record. Iran has ordered punishment for the women's football team captain who sought asylum in Australia, The Sun states. Union Berlin responded to sexist comments after appointing Marie-Louise Eta as their head coach, the first woman to hold the top position in a men's team in one of Europe's major leagues, The Athletic reports. Lamine Yamal has challenged Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone to assign a man-marker to him as Barcelona attempts a comeback in their Champions League quarter-final, The Times says.