BARCELONA are mulling a summer transfer move that will baffle Newcastle fans. aniaRex Features4Raheem Sterling had complained of a back problem prior to winning his 30th England capRex Features4England boss Gareth Southgate revealed that he had withdrawn the star to protect his backSterlings availability will be a huge plus for the Citizens. Endorphins rushed through me after and, honestly, Id do it all again. In addition, we will liaise with Chelsea to determine any activity to discourage such behaviour before the next fixture. ansfer blogSouthgate revealed: He was the first player I went to see when I got the job permanently but he had already made his mind up. president Florentino Perez to sign the striker this summerHe told reporters: I do not speak to the president to consult me about signings, but the gates of Real Madrid are always open for the best players. The defensive midfielder, 22, would offer competition to NGolo Kante as the Blues first-choice holding midfielder. JOHN HARTSON has urged Arsenal to sign Atletico Madrid striker Antoine Griezmann…even though he knows they will never spend that much on a player. Reuters9Jermain Defoe is on fire in front of goal thanks to an ice-cold treatmentBut the pain has been worth it, as he is now back in Englands World Cup plans at the age of 34. The Orlando City striker, 21, has been tracked by Goodison scouts during two prolific seasons in MLS.