Newcastle United have reportedly sent scouts to watch an "amazing" player this summer, as they look to snap him up for a relatively low fee in today's terms.
Newcastle set to battle Arsenal on and off the pitch
Eddie Howe's side make the trip to Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon, in what represents a massive game for the Magpies for two key reasons. Most importantly, a win at the Emirates would seal Champions League football for Newcastle, which would be significant, but they would also overtake the Gunners into second place behind Liverpool. That would highlight the incredible job Howe continues to do, following the EFL Cup triumph earlier in the season.
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Speaking on It's Called Soccer, Jamie Carragher has predicted an entertaining contest in north London this weekend, backing the Magpies to come away with a point.
“Arsenal came back at Liverpool. They’ve got a week to prepare, which will be a little bit easier. But they’re missing a few players, they’re probably still a little bit down being out the title race and the Champions League. At Newcastle there is a real buzz.
"They’ve got the trophy, and for Newcastle to finish second in the Premier League will feel absolutely massive. Whereas for Arsenal it will almost feel like nothing. Newcastle will push Arsenal all the way. I’m going to go 2-2. I don’t see Arsenal winning."
The importance of Champions League qualification for Newcastle cannot be downplayed, in terms of the quality of players that could sign this summer, and an exciting new rumour has now emerged.
Newcastle send scouts to watch "amazing" star
According to the reliable Craig Hope of The Daily Mail, Newcastle have sent scouts to watch Borussia Dortmund youngster Jamie Gittens, as well as goalkeeper Gregor Kobel.
The Magpies see the former as a possible option to add to their attack and the report states that his release clause "will fall from £50m" if Dortmund fail to qualify for the Champions League, which is on the cards. They are one point adrift of the top four heading into the final game of the campaign this weekend, which has also prompted interest from Arsenal.
Borussia Dortmund's Jamie Bynoe-Gittens in action with Lille's Bafode Diakite
Gittens is an incredibly exciting talent, so the idea of Newcastle beating the Gunners to his signature this summer is a mouthwatering prospect. The 20-year-old has already scored 17 goals for Dortmund in 105 appearances, also chipping in with 14 assists, and scout/writer Jacek Kulig has hailed him as an "amazing" player.
Predominantly a left-sided attacking player but capable of playing across the attacking line, Gittens could battle Anthony Gordon and Harvey Barnes for minutes, and given his age, he should only develop as a footballer under Howe.
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The Magpies have made a move for a new signing, who could be available on the cheap this summer.
The fact that Newcastle could sign him for under £50m means he could also be a steal, so Magpies supporters will be rooting for Dortmund to fail to reach the Champions League this weekend.