Newcastle United The team are keen to sign a 'stylish' young defender, and a deal could be reached next January, according to a recent report.
Newcastle targets a new centre-back
Newcastle are planning to sign a new centre-back during the January transfer window Eddie Howe He was keen to strengthen his team before the second half Premier League season. As such, the Magpies have begun evaluating different options in defence, and are believed to be their main target Abdelkader Khosanov Lens, who caught attention due to his impressive performance in the French League this season.
This is said to be Newcastle's interest in the youngster progress to coordinate a deal, which could amount to a fee of around £25 million. In the event of Howe's absence from Khosanov, the manager could move to Club Brugge Joel OrdonezHe previously sent scouts to manage the 20-year-old's affairs earlier this season.
Although Newcastle appear to have their sights set on Khosanov and Ordonez, there is a new target now entering the frame, with Spanish sources reporting. Barcelona player Eric Garcia Now of interest. The La Liga side are happy to let Garcia leave in January, and will be looking to collect a fee of around €25m (£21m) for his services.
However, the Magpies are not the only Premier League team keen on signing the Spaniard, with Chelsea also interested, and there is a feeling that he could adapt to life in England quickly, having played for Manchester City in the past.
Newcastle are said to be looking for a signing to help them compete at the highest level in Europe, and the 23-year-old could fit the bill, given his experience playing for some of the continent's top clubs.
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Garcia is struggling for match time
The Barcelona-born defender is Struggling to get consistent minutes In the team this season, he is mostly limited to substitute appearances, but there are signs that he could be a strong addition to Howe this winter. Given that the former Manchester City player already has Premier League experience, he could have the advantage over the likes of Khosanov and Ordonez, both of whom are yet to experience the English game and are less experienced in top-level football in general.
Furthermore, the Spaniard impresses in some key defensive metrics, where he ranks first Percentage 86 For each 90 completed interventions over the past year, compared to peers in the centres. Football talent scout Jacek Kulig has also spoken highly of Garcia in the past.
£21m is a fair price to pay for a player of Garcia's ability, so it's exciting news that Newcastle are now in the running for his signature.
