Amid the uncertainty surrounding Alexander Isak’s future at St James’ Park, Newcastle United are reportedly preparing a significant move to find the perfect replacement for their Swedish sensation. Noted football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has disclosed that the Magpies are keen to flex their financial muscles this summer in their hunt for RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Šeško.
Isak’s intention to leave Tyneside has sent shockwaves through the Toon Army, as Liverpool and Saudi clubs circle like vultures. Despite interest from the Middle East, Isak has made it clear that his priority lies with the Premier League champions, who are rumoured to be cobbling together a British record fee for the talented striker, even after snaring Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt.
Chelsea, once suitors, have since veered off course for Isak’s signature, shifting focus onto new recruits Liam Delap and Joao Pedro. Meanwhile, Newcastle are bracing themselves for Isak’s departure, with insiders hinting that Lois Openda and Benjamin Šeško from RB Leipzig are on the club’s radar.
Romano suggests that Šeško is seen as the “ideal” candidate to fill the looming void left by Isak. Intriguingly, a ‘gentleman’s agreement’ could facilitate Šeško’s move to Newcastle for a discounted fee, provided the Magpies meet certain ‘special’ criteria as deemed by the player.
On social media platform X, Romano detailed: “There’s a gentleman’s agreement between Benjamin Šeško and RB Leipzig. Certain clubs deemed “special” could acquire him for a reduced fee of €70-80m, with potential add-ons of €5-10m.”
Further strength to this speculation was added by Romano stating that Newcastle are gearing up to fully exhibit their ambitious project to the 22-year-old Slovenian striker, indicating their serious intent with a substantial proposal in the works. Šeško’s potential migration to Tyneside comes as Manchester United, long-time admirers, ponder their transfer strategy amidst financial balancing acts and lack of European football.
Renowned for his astute insights, The Athletic’s Laurie Whitwell backed up Romano’s narrative, dismissing the possibility of a Red Devils bid for Šeško at this time, citing expenditure concerns and the Slovenian’s underwhelming Bundesliga performance last term.
As Newcastle aim to bolster their attacking arsenal, Eddie Howe’s side must navigate the complexities of the transfer market to ensure they remain competitive at the upper echelons of English football. The Magpies await, hoping to charge forward into the new season with a fresh face leading their line.
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