Newcastle United are heavily linked with a summer move for Chelsea star. The player is ready to move away from the Blues who too are ready to part ways.
Newcastle United are keen to add some key players to their squad. Eddie Howe has recently ended the club’s long drought of major trophies. Hence, he will be backed by the board to bring in players of his choice. As of now, he wants more depth in the squad.
On the other hand, Chelsea are also willing to sign some top players. But, they will first need to part ways with some current stars. This will help in raising funds and opening up space. Currently, one Chelsea star is being linked with a move to Newcastle which will benefit everyone.
Newcastle United linked with out-of-favour Chelsea star
The star in question here is Christopher Nkunku. The 27 year old is keen to move away from Stamford Bridge due to lack of game time. The Frenchman wanted to leave in January itself but the Blues were unable to reach an agreement. But, they are likely to allow Nkunku to leave in this summer window.
“Newcastle have been looking at Nkunku from Chelsea. But it will depend on wheter Alexander Isak is staying or going. I don’t think Nkunku will be direct replacement for Isak, but who is? He’s an option who can provide something different to their attack” – Mick Brown talking to Football Insider.
“But if Isak is staying, where does Nkunku fit? He wants to play regular football. Newcastle won’t be able to offer him that unless they sell first, which at the moment is unlikely. I think the player is open to staying in England, though, and he’s better player than he’s been able to show at Chelsea” – Mick Brown talking about other side of Nkunku’s linking to Magpies.
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