Newcastle United need help, they know that the club sits in relegation positions in the Premier League standings and have already parted ways with former manager Steve Bruce. Now as the club looks for a new “name” manager to take over, they are also in the market for players.
It is no surprise that with the purchase of the club by a Saudi consortiumthat Newcastle will try to break the bank and get as many talented players as possible, especially come next season. With rumors of players and managers of all kinds popping up Newcastle will become the latest big soccer destination.
Still, Newcastle United seems ready to use their funds wisely as they have placed their sights on an out of favor Barcelona player. According to Goal.com, Ousmane Dembele could make a move to Newcastle if the offer is right.
Ousmane Dembele to Newcastle United
Ousmane Dembele (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)
Ousmane Dembele has not played one game this season for Barcelona and the Catalan club have tried to re-sign the French forward, but Dembele’s agent has said no to each contract the club has offered. Dembele has been with Barcelona since 2017 and has played in 81 games and scored 18 goals.
According to Goal.com, Dembele would be willing to sign a contract with Newcastle United and said contract is reported for being a €15 million-a-year, five-year deal to join the Magpies. Dembele is reported to be on the sidelines until he clears up his contract situation at Barcelona.