Newcastle United is set to embark on a busy summer transfer window, with the club’s sporting director, Paul Mitchell, preparing to make some significant moves. The Magpies’ recent Carabao Cup win has secured their place in European competition next season, providing a significant boost to their transfer budget.
One of the club’s top priorities is to sign a new right winger, following the departure of Miguel Almiron to Atlanta in January. Jacob Murphy has been filling in on the right wing, but at 30 years old, he is not seen as a long-term solution.
According to reports, Newcastle has reignited its interest in Chelsea winger Noni Madueke, who has been linked with the club in the past. The 23-year-old England international has struggled to establish himself in Chelsea’s squad, but has shown flashes of brilliance, scoring seven goals and providing three assists in 23 Premier League appearances.
However, Madueke’s reported price tag of £60m may be a stumbling block for Newcastle. While the club is in a stronger financial position than in previous years, Mitchell is keen to focus on signing younger players with potential, rather than established stars with high price tags.
Newcastle’s transfer strategy under Mitchell has shifted towards targeting young, talented players who can be developed by manager Eddie Howe. The club has already made some promising signings in this vein, including Kyle Fitzgerald and Baran Yildiz in January. Antonio Cordero, a highly-rated young player, is also close to joining the club, having reportedly turned down Real Madrid to sign with Newcastle.
As the summer transfer window approaches, Newcastle fans will be eagerly awaiting news of the club’s latest signings. With Mitchell at the helm, the Magpies are likely to be busy in the transfer market, as they look to build on their recent success and establish themselves as a major force in English football.