“Horrendous” – Alan Shearer Tears Into Three Newcastle United Signings That Set The Club Back Years

“Horrendous” – Alan Shearer Tears Into Three Newcastle United Signings That Set The Club Back Years

Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has stunned supporters with one of his most blistering assessments of the club’s recent performances, calling out three current players who he believes have gone from promising signings to “horrendous drop-offs” that have dragged the team backwards.

Speaking after Newcastle’s latest frustrating showing, Shearer did not hold back as he criticised players who once shone with energy, intensity and hunger, but have now become “shadows of their former selves,” leaving Eddie Howe with major headaches and fans with serious questions.

According to Shearer, Newcastle’s biggest problem isn’t only injuries or fixture congestion — it’s key men who have completely lost the spark they once brought to the pitch.

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The Three Newcastle Players Shearer Brutally Called Out

1. Miguel Almirón – From Electric Engine to Flickering Light

Miguel Almirón was once one of Newcastle’s most electrifying players — pressing nonstop, chasing every ball, and scoring spectacular goals. His 2022–23 purple patch convinced many that he had finally arrived as a top Premier League winger.

But Shearer didn’t hold back on what he sees now.

He said Almirón’s recent decline has been “horrendous to watch”, adding:
“The energy he came with is gone. He looks tired, predictable, and nowhere near the level he set for himself.”

Shearer argued that Newcastle have been left carrying a passenger on the right wing — someone who started strong but has lost the intensity that once made him unstoppable.

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2. Joe Willock – Once Explosive, Now a Worrying Mystery

When Newcastle signed Joe Willock permanently after his incredible loan spell, he looked like the future of the club’s midfield. Energetic runs, late goals, box-to-box dominance — Willock had everything.

But injuries and inconsistent performances have turned him into a frustration.

Shearer said Newcastle needed Willock to evolve into a leader, but instead they got “a player who looks stuck, hesitant, and far from the explosive talent he once was.”

He described Willock’s drop-off as “one of the biggest setbacks in the squad,” adding that Newcastle cannot progress while players who were meant to carry the club’s next phase are now struggling to keep up.

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3. Jacob Murphy – A Hard Worker Losing His Edge

Jacob Murphy has always been known for heart, commitment and discipline. At one point, he was one of Howe’s most improved players — sharp, hardworking, and fearless in big matches.

But Shearer pointed out what many fans have quietly noticed:
Murphy’s performances have dipped, his consistency has vanished, and his influence on the right flank has faded dramatically.

Shearer said:
“He started brilliantly under Howe, but the spark has gone. You can’t survive in the Premier League on effort alone — you need output, and Murphy isn’t providing it.”

Murphy’s regression, he added, has forced Newcastle to rely heavily on players out of position or not yet ready for the role.

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Shearer’s Hardest Warning Yet

Shearer insisted Newcastle must take a long, honest look at players who hit their peak early in the project but have since stalled.
He warned:

“If you’re building a team for the Champions League, you cannot have players declining at the same time. These drop-offs are holding the club back years.”

He called for a more ruthless approach, saying Newcastle must refresh parts of the squad rather than relying on players who are no longer performing at the level required.

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Fans React: Shock, Agreement, and Heated Debate

Newcastle supporters immediately took to social media — some furious, others relieved that someone finally said what they’ve been thinking.

Many agreed that the trio’s performances have declined, calling the players “stale,” “out of ideas,” and “nowhere near the pace of Eddie Howe’s system.”

Others defended them, pointing to injuries, burnout, and lack of squad rotation.

But one thing is undeniable:
Shearer’s comments have reopened a painful conversation — one Newcastle can no longer avoid.