Newcastle United They are believed to have sent a proposal to an 'extraordinary' former member. Premier League title winner, as they look to sign him during the January transfer window.
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The Magpies remain linked with plenty of potential new signings heading into January, with the Barcelona defender also included Eric Garcia One player was mentioned as an option. The Spaniard has struggled for playing time at Camp Nou this season, making just four La Liga appearances under Hansi Flick.
In goal, Newcastle may be looking for a long-term replacement for Nick Pope between the posts James Trafford It is still backed up to close the turn to St James' Park. The Englishman had been seen as a target throughout the summer, but the move never materialised.
Meanwhile, Southampton is a teenager Tyler Debling He has also been linked with joining the Magpies, with the 18-year-old being one of the few positives to come out of Saints' dismal campaign so far. Resembling England stars such as Cole Palmer and Jack Grealish in style, he could add much-needed quality to the attacking midfield, and prove to be a good option on the right flank.
In what could be a controversial move, Newcastle are also said to be looking to land the Sunderland defender Daniel Ballardwhich won't sit well with Black Cats supporters.
According to the new update from sports (via Sports Witness), Newcastle is seeking to sign Barcelona defender Garcia next Januaryis now taking the first major step in this move by sending a proposal to Barcelona. Details of the offer are unknown, but the Magpies are looking to lure the 23-year-old away from the Catalan giants.
Garcia could be a really smart signing for Newcastle, although his lack of playing time at Barcelona may put some fans off the idea of signing him. Centre-back reinforcements are essential for Newcastle, with Fabian Schar and Dan Byrne both aging players. The former Manchester City player has one Premier League title to his name 19 appearances In competition.
He was welcomed XaviOf which he said: “Eric is an extraordinary player. I appreciate him very much, he is important for us. He plays in a very complex position because at Barcelona, the center back is always exposed. But he is a role model in the dressing room and we appreciate that.” “To him very much.”
Garcia has certainly not necessarily started as great as some expected during his younger years at City, but he is still only 23 years old, meaning his peak may still be some time away.
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Leave him £95,000-a-week deal at Barcelona It doesn't seem to be an option on his mind currently, but if Newcastle can lure him to the club with a great offer, he could be a mainstay in defense for a long time.
