CHN Links: Monday Edition

Good morning, Toon Army. It's December 20, which can only mean one thing: All of our players are for sale - at least if you believe everything you read. Put on your critical thinking cap and follow the jump for the details.

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Mike Williamson spoke about his desire to play for Newcastle and the impact the 5-1 win in the most recent iteration of the Tyne-Wear Derby has had on the team and the city. (Lee Ryder, The Chronicle)

Lots of rumors out there with January coming up, and Andy Carroll is a hot name. He's been linked to both Tottenham (Brian McNally, MirrorFootball) and Chelsea (Paul Smith, MirrorFootball). It goes without saying that selling Carroll would be a very unpopular move.

Alan Pardew wants to keep Steven Taylor and sign Cheik Tiote to a long-term contract. (Brian McNally, MirrorFootball)

Sol Campbell, who made his distaste with the sacking of Chris Hughton well known, is rumored to want out of Newcastle. (Alan Oliver, The People)

Alan Pardew told Kazenga LuaLua that he is still in the club's future plans despite his injury. (Lee Ryder, The Chronicle)

Brian McNally of MirrorFootball is starting to come around on Alan Pardew.