Newcastle United are reportedly at risk of losing a player who Eddie Howe is "really pleased" with when the January transfer window arrives.
David Hopkinson excited about Newcastle role
The Magpies have made a significant appointment high up at the club, with David Hopkinson confirmed as the new CEO at St James' Park.
Speaking about his important role, the boyhood Newcastle supporter admitted he couldn't wait to get started, praising the magnitude of the club in the process.
"This is a magical place. We're at St. James' Park, we're on the pitch where legends have played. We've got the stands here that have been filled with fans who are mad about this team, so there's such an incredible starting place.
"We're starting from such a high place - but we've also got this moment of potential transformation as we get ready to play on the biggest stages imaginable, higher ambitions than maybe we have had at different points in the club's history."Being part of this moment is where I think there's opportunity for even more magic."
Away from Hopkinson's appointment, Newcastle-related transfer rumours continue to emerge.
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This is even after the summer window deadline last Monday, with an exit claim now coming to light regarding one of Howe's brightest young talents.
Newcastle ace wanted by European club in January
According to a new update from Bild [via Sport Witness], Eintracht Frankfurt could revisit their interest in Newcastle attacker Will Osula in January.
A move for the 22-year-old failed to materialise in the summer, but doesn't appear to be deterring the Bundesliga outfit, who had wanted a £4.3m loan fee with a £17.3m obligation to buy him permanently.
William Osula scores for Newcastle
William Osula scores for Newcastle
Losing Osula in January would be a shame, considering the Dane is a talented young player who Howe spoke positively about after his goalscoring cameo in the unfortunate 3-2 defeat at home to Liverpool last month.
"Really pleased. It’s a great finish. I thought he did well when he came on - he looked lively, strong and quick. It could have been a big moment for us – a point here would have been incredible from the players - but he can be very pleased with himself."
That said, Newcastle have now brought in both Nick Woltemade and Yoane Wissa, which could limit Osula's minutes going forward.
Granted, the Magpies are playing in four different competitions this season, so opportunities could still come his way, but if he sees his chances of featuring more regularly at Frankfurt, he may have a big decision to make when January arrives.