For several seasons, Newcastle has become a stronghold of English football. Since the arrival of Saudi owners at the head of the club, the (good) ideas of the Magpies have come to life. Thus, the recruitments of Bruno Guimaraes, Alexander Isak, Miguel Almiron and Anthony Gordon have paid off. And even if the first part of the season was slightly disappointing with a ninth place in the Premier League , the residents of St-James Park should still make purchases to forget their troubles. With several defenders currently unavailable for Eddie Howe, strengthening the defense is a priority for the Magpies.
This Sunday, the Portuguese press puts forward the name of Ousmane Diomandé, captain of Sporting Portugal. Only 20 years old, the Ivorian defender is currently in his native country to play his first CAN with the Elephants. According to the indiscretions of Record , his profile would be unanimous among the club from the north of England which would consider depositing a pharaonic sum on the table of the Lisbon leaders. As a reminder, his release clause is set at 80 million euros by the latter. Thus, an offer at this height would be under consideration in Newcastle according to the Portuguese media. To be continued…