Harvey Barnes’ future at Newcastle United is suddenly up in the air.
The 27-year-old scored his fifth Toon goal of the season on Saturday during Newcastle’s defeat to Brentford, on the back of rumours regarding a potential move away from St James’ Park.
It was reported last week that Newcastle will contemplate selling Harvey Barnes, as they face up to the reality of needing to sell before they buy in 2025.
PSR is forcing Newcastle United to become better sellers, and Barnes could become the latest Toon casualty after the club were forced to sell Yankuba Minteh and Elliot Anderson.
In my opinion, Barnes proved Newcastle should not sell him with his performance against Brentford, but others will argue that he is actually one of the club’s most saleable assets right now.
Harvey Barnes takes a drinks break and pour water over his head during the Newcastle United Training Session at Al-Awwal Stadium on November 17, 20...
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Newcastle United expect transfer interest in Harvey Barnes
That could result in a move away from St James’ Park, less than two years after arriving from Leicester City for £39million.
According to the Telegraph, Newcastle United are expecting to receive interest in Barnes when the January transfer window opens.
The Telegraph add that Newcastle do not actually want to sell the England international, despite expecting suitors to emerge for a player who has only started six Premier League games this season.
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Harvey Barnes is ‘frustrated’
While Newcastle do not want to sell Barnes, it remains to be seen how the player feels about his Toon future.
The Telegraph report that Barnes is ‘frustrated’ about the limited number of games he has started, which comes as no great surprise.
However, it is unknown whether that frustration will result in Barnes seeking a move away from St James’ Park.
It would certainly be a blow to lose Barnes, as he is a reliable source of goals. However, he understandably wants to play more, as he proves to be a victim of Newcastle failing to qualify for Europe.
With interest possibly on the horizon and the Magpies needing to sell, Barnes’ future might boil down to simply how much clubs are prepared to pay for a player who is one of Newcastle’s most expensive signings ever.
If the money is right, a Toon departure could be best for all parties.
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