Newcastle United are reportedly closely eyeing a move for Celtic’s Nicolas Kuhn this summer, with Chronicle Live reporting the Magpies have been monitoring the winger during the last transfer window.
The Germany winger had a respectable campaign, delivering a return of 21 goals and 15 assists last season.
Soccer Football – Champions League – Knockout Phase Playoff – Second Leg – Bayern Munich v Celtic – Allianz Arena, Munich, Germany – February 18, 2025 Celtic’s Nicolas Gerrit Kuhn scores their first goal REUTERS/Michaela Stache
Newcastle scouts have kept tabs on him throughout the campaign, attending several Premiership matches to see him in action
Celtic’s reportedly value Kuhn around the £15 million mark. That would reflect a big profit from his move from Rapid Vienna. Meanwhile, Bundesliga side RB Leipzig are also watching, keeping the pressure on any potential suitors.
But anyone watching regularly knows the Germany-born winger’s form tailed off badly in the second half of the season.
Celtic fans were left frustrated as Kuhn struggled to impact big games, and questions began to surface over his end product and decision-making under pressure. With interest building and the club keen to make a healthy return on their initial outlay, a summer exit would be no surprise – and in some quarters, even welcomed.
Newcastle, meanwhile, are weighing up their options out wide. After being quoted a steep fee for Anthony Elanga, the Magpies have turned their attention to alternative targets. Kuhn, who is left-footed but prefers playing off the right, has remained on their radar, with scouts attending multiple Celtic matches during the campaign.
Celtic’s valuation reflects the kind of European-level exposure Kuhn brings. Despite his domestic drop-off, he netted three times and assisted once in the Champions League, a stat likely to appeal to Premier League clubs looking for experience at the top level.
Soccer Football – Champions League – Celtic v RB Leipzig – Celtic Park, Glasgow, Scotland, Britain – November 5, 2024 Celtic’s Nicolas Gerrit Kuhn scores their second goal Action Images via Reuters/Lee Smith
Newcastle’s transfer plans are in a state of transition, with Chronicle Live reporting that sporting director Paul Mitchell will depart at the end of June. Eddie Howe and recruitment staff are expected to take the lead going forward.
For Celtic, cashing in now would allow reinvestment ahead of a crucial season. Whether Newcastle are willing to meet the asking price remains to be seen – but there’s little doubt Kuhn’s days in Glasgow could be numbered.
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