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Newcastle Eyes Young Talent Post-Gordon Exit
10 Jun
Summary
- Newcastle targets young overseas attackers to replace Anthony Gordon.
- Osasuna's Victor Munoz is a primary admired player with a €40million release clause.
- Club prioritizes pace, intensity, and pressing ability in new signings.
Newcastle United is reportedly prioritizing the acquisition of young overseas attackers as they look to replace Anthony Gordon following his move to Barcelona. Among the most admired players is Osasuna forward Victor Munoz, a 22-year-old who has been named in Spain's World Cup squad and has a €40 million release clause. Real Madrid and Barcelona are also monitoring Munoz, making any potential move to Tyneside a challenging prospect.
Reports also confirm Newcastle's inquiry about AIK winger Zadok Yohanna, an 18-year-old who ultimately joined Brighton. Other players on Newcastle's radar include Hoffenheim's Bazoumana Toure, Koln's Said El Mala, and Real Betis winger Abde Ezzalzouli.
While Newcastle's manager Eddie Howe admires West Ham's Jarrod Bowen, a transfer is considered unlikely due to the player's age and numerous suitors. Rumors of interest in Marcus Rashford were also dismissed. The club aims to sign players aged 18-24 who exhibit pace, intensity, pressing ability, and positional adaptability, anticipating most transfer activity to occur after the World Cup.
