Long-term injuries to the likes of Sven Botman and Jamaal Lascelles, will see the pair miss up to nine months after suffering ACL injuries, with the Magpies’ defence looking light of bodies.
However, Howe has already started to combat the issue, signing Lloyd Kelly on a free transfer from fellow Premier League side Bournemouth, but it’s critical that the club continue to pursue other options if they are to regain European football next season.Numerous names such as Ousmane Diomande and Mario Hermoso have both been touted with a move to Tyneside in recent weeks, with no movement on either deal as
The club have also recently been credited with an interest in another talent, but Howe’s side will need to act quickly if they are to secure his services, especially considering his recent performance at the ongoing European Championships in Germany
Newcastle must reignite interest in £50m talentOver the last couple of weeks, Newcastle have been reportedly battling Arsenal for the signature of Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi.
The Englishman played a key role in Oliver Glasner’s transformation of the Eagles during the second half of the 2023/24 campaign, making 25 appearances – and captaining the side for the vast majority of his outings.
His excellent form in the Premier League caught the attention of England boss Gareth Southgate, who decided to call the 23-year-old up to his squad for the Euros – a decision that has been a superb one by the under-fire coach.
