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Newcastle United Transfer expert Graeme Bailey says he could sign an “intriguing” striker for £30m this month and his club are now willing to sanction his departure.
Howe keen to strengthen his attacking options
Eddie Howe Keen to bring in a new winger before the January transfer window closes, Manchester City’s Jack Grealish now on target listalthough there will be competition from the likes of Manchester United and Aston Villa.
Not only do Newcastle have a new winger on their agenda, but they are also considering signing a playmaker to back up Alexander Isak, with recent news suggesting a decision has been made. Bid in excess of £50m to activate Villarreal player Alex Baena’s release clause.
Botafogo’s Luis Enrique is another option For the Magpies, the Brazilian was expected to replace Jacob Murphy at St James’ Park, but he is now set to move to Zenit.
Relevant
As a result, Howe may have to look elsewhere for a new winger, with transfer expert Graeme Bailey now revealing that while Lyon’s Ernest Nuamah gets attentionThe 21-year-old is not at the top of the target list.
Bailey suggests Galatasaray’s Barris Alper Yilmaz could be a more viable option for Newcastle this month, saying: “Yilmaz is different. He is a charming player. I think he has laid a lot of foundations for Newcastle. He can play anywhere in the front three and is a very intelligent footballer. He is already of a good age. .
“We believe you can get him for £30m or less this month. Galatasaray are willing to do a deal. He’s an interesting guy to watch. Nottingham Forest have looked at it and there are others in the Premier League Other teams. I think his name will come up in the final days of the transfer window but I think he is a consideration for Newcastle.”
Yilmaz in good form in Türkiye
The 24-year-old has been most often deployed out wide in the Turkish Super League this season, but has excelled in front of goal, scoring goals 10 Scored 19 appearances.
The striker’s eye for goal was also on display in 2023-24, with his stunning volley winning the Goal of the Week award.
The winger has also been praised for his work rate, with Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk admitting he struggled against the Turkey international at Euro 2024. explain: “Barris Alper Yilmaz keeps running. He runs elusive. It’s difficult for every defender.
“He made it very difficult for us. But he didn’t score. If we describe him in any way, he is a very important player.”
Yilmaz’s performances for club and country suggest he is ready to take the next step in his career by signing with a big-name player. Premier League club, so Newcastle should look to get a deal done before the deadline.
