Joey Barton today evoked the spirit of the first president of the United States as he continued his Twitter campaign against the Newcastle hierarchy.

Joey Barton would appear to have his pick of clubs as he sets about again resurrecting his turbulent career ahead of the new Barclays Premier League season.

The turbulent career of Joey Barton is at another crossroads this morning, with the outspoken midfielder searching for a new club after being told by Newcastle he can leave on a free transfer.

NEWCASTLE have made a “suicidal” mistake in allowing Joey Barton to leave the club for nothing, according to the player’s agent.

Newcastle midfielder Joey Barton has accused the club's hierarchy of not understanding what it means to wear the shirt after being told he can leave on a free transfer.

Joey Barton has been made available on a free transfer, Newcastle have confirmed on their official website this afternoon.

Newcastle boss Alan Pardew’s hopes of securing his key players before embarking on a recruitment drive have suffered a further blow.

Joey Barton’s agent has revealed his client will not be offered a new contract by Newcastle when it expires next year.

Peter Storrie has denied any wrongdoing over allegations he breached regulations over a payment to an agent.

PORTSMOUTH’S financial woes have increased after the club confirmed yesterday they are being sued by Sol Campbell for fees and bonuses their former defender claims he is owed.

Portsmouth’s financial woes have increased after the club confirmed today they are being sued by Sol Campbell for fees and bonuses their former defender claims he is owed.

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp is “confident” of clearing his name after being accused of an estimated £40,000 (€45,000) tax evasion.

Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp was accused of a £40,000 tax evasion today.

ONCE again, Giovanni Trapattoni has refused to close the door to Stephen Ireland, even though the Manchester City player has been recently quoted as saying that he will not play for his country again.

Hull striker Daniel Cousin could be on his way to Barclays Premier League rivals Burnley after the player’s agent claimed an approach for a loan deal had been made.

Derby defender Tyrone Mears has agreed a three-year deal with Burnley, according to the player’s agent.

HAMILTON were last night fighting to keep hold of star midfielder James McCarthy after Celtic made their move for the teenager. Accies boss Billy Reid confirmed the Lanarkshire club had received a bid from the Scottish champions, which was set to be rejected.

PAUL COLE introduced a potentially smart two-year-old as No Hubris made an impressive racecourse debut in the Stratford Place Stud For Breeders Cup Winners EBF Maiden Stakes at York.

Hamilton boss Billy Reid today confirmed Celtic have made a bid for star midfielder James McCarthy.

Hamilton star James McCarthy will snub a move to England if Celtic come calling, according to his agent.

ALAN SHEARER flexed his muscles in uncompromising style yesterday to effectively signal the end of Joey Barton’s Newcastle career.

Portsmouth last night claimed they were “astounded” to have been fined £15,000 (€16,700) for breaching Football Association transfer rules over the purchase and sale of striker Benjani Mwaruwari.

Portsmouth have been fined £15,000 (€16,831) and players’ agent Willie McKay given a suspended ban after being found guilty of breaching Football Association rules during the transfer of Benjani Mwaruwari to and from the club.

Out-of-favour Sunderland duo Pascal Chimbonda and El-Hadji Diouf have been named in the reserve team squad for tonight’s trip to Sheffield United.

Pascal Chimbonda wants to stay at Sunderland and force his way back into the first-team reckoning, according to his agent.

Joey Barton’s agent claims the press “hounded” his client after reports today that he jumped a red light as he drove to meet his probation officer.

Portsmouth are today considering their response after denying any wrongdoing despite being charged by the Football Association, alongside agent Willie McKay, with breaches of rules in relation to the transfer of Zimbabwe striker Benjani Mwaruwari to and from the club.

Wigan are still hopeful of signing Olivier Kapo despite reports last night that the £3.5m deal to take him to the JJB Stadium from Birmingham had broken down.

Wigan remain confident of signing Olivier Kapo tomorrow despite reports tonight that the deal had broken down.

Olivier Kapo is on the verge of being re-united with his former boss Steve Bruce after Wigan were reported to have agreed a £3.5m fee with Birmingham for the forward.

Newcastle owner Mike Ashley has laughed off a link with the family of terrorist Osama bin Laden as he looks for new investment in the club.

Les Arcs will warm up for a bid to regain the Darley July Cup by running in the bet365.com Conditions Stakes at Haydock on Saturday.

Scotland striker James McFadden is keen to leave Birmingham following their relegation to the Coca-Cola Championship, according to his agent.

Newcastle boss Kevin Keegan will return to his desk to find his recruitment plans in a state of flux.

Newcastle midfielder Joey Barton is facing a major decision over his future after the club presented him with two stark options.

Rangers striker Daniel Cousin is ready to move to England this summer, according to his agent Willie McKay.

Aidan O’Brien’s Sail breezed through the Weatherbys Bank Cheshire Oaks field to stake her claim for a place in the Juddmonte Oaks at Epsom next month.

Birmingham insist they are “fully committed” to helping the City of London Police inquiry into alleged corruption in English football after managing director Karren Brady and David Sullivan were arrested yesterday.

Darren Williams struck gold under the Wolverhampton floodlights with his first ride since July 2006.

Portsmouth manager Harry Redknapp could barely contain his excitement tonight as he edged closer to bringing Jermain Defoe to Fratton Park.

Owner Willie McKay would be “delighted” to give Kieren Fallon the opportunity of embarking upon a new career as a trainer.

Tottenham’s out-of-favour defender Pascal Chimbonda has admitted he would welcome a move to Aston Villa – according to his agent Willie McKay.

HARRY REDKNAPP has claimed his working-class background has saddled him with an unwanted “barrow-boy” reputation.

Portsmouth boss Harry Redknapp has claimed his Cockney accent means he is perceived as a “some sort of barrow-boy”.