Newcastle United's Owners Continue to Back Eddie Howe Despite Struggles
The main headlines and transfer rumors from Tuesday's newspapers include Newcastle United's ownership reaffirming their support for Eddie Howe, despite the team's poor performance this season. All parties are set to reassess the managerial situation in the summer, as reported by The Athletic. Other news includes Daniel Levy's significant compensation package, exceeding the combined pay of all 64 players and staff at Tottenham's women's team, according to The Guardian. Additionally, West Bromwich Albion faces a potential points deduction due to an alleged breach of the EFL's Profit and Sustainability regulations, as stated by The Athletic. Sheffield Wednesday is expected to be under new ownership by the end of the month, and Dundee United is in discussions with Melbourne Victory to agree on a fee for Joshua Rawlins, as reported by the Daily Mail and Daily Record, respectively. Iran has also ordered punishment for the returning women's football captain who sought refuge in Australia, as reported by The Sun. Furthermore, Union Berlin has responded to sexist comments after appointing Marie-Louise Eta as their head coach, a historic first for a woman to hold the top job at a men's team in one of Europe's five biggest leagues, according to The Athletic. Lamine Yamal has challenged Diego Simeone to assign a man-marker to him as Barcelona seeks a comeback in their Champions League quarter-final, as reported by The Times.