An update on Newcastle’s summer transfer plans and our ongoing hunt for a new sporting director has been provided by Mark Douglas.
Four Premier League players—Everton midfielder Amadou Onana, Nottingham Forest standout Morgan Gibbs-White, Fulham center-back Tosin Adarabioyo, and adaptable Bournemouth defender Lloyd Kelly—are mentioned in his most recent article for the I.
He claims that, with Callum Wilson and Miguel Almiron’s futures in doubt, we are also looking for a “versatile forward” who can rival Alexander Isak.
Douglas goes on to say that we are almost certain to have a new director of football by the end of the current campaign, replacing Dan Ashworth. Along with Rui of Benfica, Paul Mitchell is thought to be a “leading contender.” Recruitment has also gotten in touch with Paolo Maldini and Hugo Viana, but Pedro Braz and Tiago Pinto, who were previously of Roma
Newcastle intends to settle on a compensation agreement that will enable Dan Ashworth to begin working at Manchester United before selecting a new director of football. With June 30th being the last day of the fiscal year and teams having to adhere to the Premier League’s sustainability and profitability rules, the club also wants the new man in place to assist what looks to be a hectic start to the summer transfer market.
