Newcastle United Over the past month, they have been riding the wave of seven consecutive wins that have pushed them into fifth place in the standings. Premier League.
Tuesday night’s 2-0 win at the Emirates Stadium also saw the Eddie Howeof the team taking charge of the Carabao Cup semi-finals. Arsenal were a great team but needed a two-goal win at St James’ Park to take the game to penalties.
Magpies fans are now on the verge of dreamland but know that the ebb and flow of football could see their team fall back from their advantage if the opportunity is not taken this month.
Alexander Isaac have Scored 14 goals in 15 games According to evaluations, he is “the best forward in the Premier League at the moment” Expert Jamie CarragherBut he needs more support and Newcastle need to get their act together.
Newcastle eyeing January signings
Anthony Gordon and Jacob Murphy have been in fine form recently, and while the former is one of the highly regarded wingers in the Premier League, his right-wing teammate is prone to inconsistencies and the 29-year-old needs competition .
Excellently, According to “i Paper” reportNewcastle still monitoring Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenho Athletic director Paul Mitchell is weighing a winter bid.
The Cherries have little desire to sell their most lethal attacking outlet Priced at £50mbut Newcastle need one more player to complement their rich frontline and maybe make Isak even better – just imagine.
Imagine Antoine Semenho and Alexander Isak
bournemouth Signed Semenho from Bristol City for £10m In January 2023, he has grown from strength to strength over the past two years to become a “key player” – Jacob Tanswell of The Athletic Once said – in a system where Andoni Iraola thrives.
Said to be “almost unplayable on his day” Reporter Ed AhrensSemenho is one of the main players at Vitality Stadium this season, posted Contributed 7 goals in 21 Premier League games Bournemouth have exceeded expectations and are currently seventh, above Manchester City.
Murphy has been in fine form this season, but Semenho has more technical quality and drive up front in the final third, ranking in the top 1% of shots per 90 (4.24) in the Premier League this year. According to FBref.
That could be just what Isak needs, as the Swedish star is more than just a simple goalscorer and is perhaps England’s most complete forward.
Premier League 24/25 – Antoine Semenho vs Jacob Murphy |
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Match statistics* |
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Game (start) |
19 (19) |
17 (13) |
Target |
5 |
3 |
Assist |
2 |
7 |
Shot (hit the target)* |
4.1 (1.2) |
1.3 (0.4) |
Completed by |
77% |
77% |
created huge opportunities |
7 |
9 |
Key Pass* |
1.2 |
1.3 |
Dribbling (completed)* |
2.2 (58%) |
0.5 (35%) |
Ball recovery* |
5.3 |
2.4 |
Total number of duels (wins)* |
6.8 (45%) |
1.6 (33%) |
Statistics from Sofascore (* = per match) |
Semenho and Isaac are both 25 and therefore could form a lasting partnership at St James’ Park, while electrified Anthony Gordon is younger at just 23.
Isaac has certainly been in incredible form this season, scoring at a devastating rate over the past few months and beating Mohamed Salah to claim the Premier League Player of the Month award for December.
Newcastle’s talisman may not be as devastating in front of goal as Manchester City’s Erling Haaland, but he definitely brings a lot more to the table.
According to FBrefthis £120,000-a-week ace In the 2024/25 season, he ranked in the top 12% of Premier League forwards in assists per 90 games (0.25), ranked in the top 8% in shots created (3.69), and ranked in the top 5% in successful receptions (1.60), showing superb skills. This makes him a fickle and cunning customer.
A successful catch is recorded when a player beats an opponent with the ball directly past him while maintaining possession.
In addition, Isaac has created 7 excellent opportunities in the top league this season and averaged 1.7 key passes per game. According to SofascoreAlso in intense games, the average number of touches was 34.8, which is high for a center.
He gets deep into the backfield, affects the game and drives forward at lightning speed, creating a sense of synergy that most teams can only dream of – often after the Magpies have beaten them.
Considering Semenio is a scoring winger who rains down a barrage of fire on his foes, this could be the kind of dynamic duo Howe likes – just look at it with Gordon on the backup wing You’ll know how well it works.
Premier League 24/25 – Huge chances created (forwards) |
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rank |
player |
Statistics |
1. |
Alexander Isaac |
7 |
2. |
Dominic Solanke |
6 |
3. |
Raul Jimenez |
5 |
4. |
Michael Antonio |
4 |
4= |
Nicholas Jackson |
4 |
4= |
Jean-Philippe Matata |
4 |
4= |
Ollie Watkins |
4 |
4= |
Jamie Vardy |
4 |
Statistics passed Premier League |
This did not continue throughout the campaign. Newcastle struggled in the early going. However, Howe’s tactical intelligence was on display once again and his people skills brought the whole team together.
Murphy is hard-working and talented in his own right, but Semenho will bring something different to the table that could do wonders for Newcastle when they return to European competition next season.
This is a move Newcastle need to make. While £50m is a huge sum of money, Newcastle are prepared to spend big to achieve their target. Furthermore, the right Miguel Almiron expected to be sold Whether it’s this month or at the end of the season, alleviating PSR-related concerns and freeing up space, take a look at that, Semenyo’s field.
Will Newcastle complete the deal? Analyst Ben Mattinson describes Semenyo While discussing Arsenal’s interest in the Bournemouth player, Newcastle would be a “perfect January signing” for any top team, but Newcastle have already dealt a blow to the Gunners’ season on the pitch and could Take their tricks to market this month.