There is little doubt that Newcastle United will require defensive signings this summer.
Despite their dramatic victory over West Ham on Saturday, their defensive problems were evident once more, as analysts highlighted how much worse things are than they were a season ago.
After suffering his second major knee injury of the year, Sven Botman will have a lengthy recuperation period. Jamaal Lascelles also suffered an ACL injury.
It’s thought that Newcastle wants to strengthen their defense this summer, but as usual, FFP might be a problem.
Given the financial constraints PIF is operating under, Eddie Howe has already issued a warning, stating that it may take years for PIF to establish itself as a consistent force in the Premier League.
The management has also issued a warning, stating that FFP may prevent a major rebuild from happening this summer.
In light of this, he might need to turn inward for support during this crisis of defensive injuries.
This brings Paul Dummett into view.
Paul Dummett is now free to agree to a new deal with Newcastle.
The Chronicle claims that the team will undoubtedly spend money this summer on a new center defender.
To offer competition and cover, they might also offer the former Wales international, who is set to become a free agent this summer, a new contract.
Notwithstanding the academy graduate’s lack of playing time, Howe is reportedly eager to keep him at St. James’ Park.
Eddie Howe has previously expressed his opinions about Paul Dummett.
Howe was all over Dummett’s praises during one of his two starts this season.
Howe exclaimed that the 32-year-old and Emil Krafth, who were paired in a makeshift backline for the Carabao Cup victory against Manchester United in November, were “excellent together.”
Howe’s opinion of the seasoned defender is evident, as he has frequently called Dummett “excellent” behind the scenes.
In light of this and the growing injury crisis, it should come as no surprise that Dummett may have his contract extended.
