Newcastle are reportedly interested in Brighton striker Joao Pedro, according to Sky Sports. Pedro has attracted interest from a number of clubs in the Premier League and abroad. With Newcastle among those interested in the forward.
Pedro is close friends with Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, a Brazil team-mate. Although Sky Sports is told Pedro would only consider a move to the club where he is first-choice striker. A move that could hamper any deal. สมัคร UFABET วันนี้ รับเครดิตฟรีสำหรับสมาชิกใหม่
The Magpies have been financially boosted by Champions League football. And are keen to strengthen their squad ahead of a return to Europe’s top competition. With several of Eddie Howe’s forwards likely to be unaware of their futures at St James’ Park.
Newcastle are determined to keep hold of Alexander Isak, who has three years remaining on his contract. Amid reported interest from a number of top clubs. While Callum Wilson’s contract expires at the end of the month. And although Howe holds him high on the list of players after five years at the club. There is no guarantee the 33-year-old will remain on Tyneside.
If he were to leave, it would leave Newcastle in the hunt for a new striker. But Isak’s need for a back-up striker is not dependent on Wilson’s departure.
The Magpies have high expectations for William Ozula after the 21-year-old made 19 appearances for Newcastle, scoring twice, but he is currently seen as being in the lower echelon of both Isak and Wilson.
Brighton boss Fabian Herzeler said at the end of the season they had no intention of selling Pedro and he was looking forward to working with the player next season.