Newcastle United would prepare to strengthen its midfielder options by targeting Manuel Locatelli from Juventus.
According to Mark Brus, who reported the update on his daily briefing, Eddie Howe and his team are looking for a new midfielder and the Italian international has drew their attention.
Although the details are still emerging, it is clear that Newcastle’s recruitment strategy is looking at experienced talents with upward potential.
Locatelli drew the attention of several clubs across Europe thanks to its composure and versatility in the central midfielder.
Newcastle United Eeling Manuel Locatelli
Newcastle watched him carefully and could make a formal thrust when the winter window opens.
The Italian midfielder, currently under contract with Juventus, is considered a candidate who can help balance the team, link defense and attacks, and enter a crucial role when the manager demands control of tight matches.
The Juventus midfielder could be available for a move in the January transfer window for 40 million euros (35 million pounds sterling).
Howe already has the options of Bruno Guimaraes, Sandro Tonali and Jelinton in his midfielder, but with Newcastle in competition in the Champions League, more depth is necessary in their team.
The player’s own ambitions will also be important. If Locatelli considers a passage to Newcastle as a step towards a regular playing time, new challenges or even a return to form, its will could smooth the offers behind the scenes.
Eddie Howe needs more depth in his midfielder
Naturally, a defensive midfielder but capable of centrally, he was compared to Bruno de Newcastle.
The Magpies already have experience in the recruitment of Serie A, having signed Tonali in 2023.
After a somewhat disappointing summer transfer window, Howe and its recruitment staff seek to make amends and they are considering the January transfer window as an opportunity to strengthen their team.
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