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Newcastle United Recently impressed scouts Premier League He is now reportedly being looked at as a potential signing.
Howe continues to chase defender
After missing out on Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi in the summer, Newcastle remain keen on a new centre-back during a disappointing transfer window and have already identified several targets for this winter and summer.
magpie is Planning to bring in Ousmane Diomande from Sporting LisbonHis transfer fee is likely to be £42m-£50m this month, although Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea are also in the mix and his price tag is likely to be prohibitive.
Eddie Howeone side is The agent of AC Milan player Fikayo Tomori is being contacted But the Englishman later re-emerged as a key player for Italy earlier this month, starting in their final game three Serie A games indicate that he may not be able to play again.
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As a result, Newcastle may be forced to consider other options, with The Chronicle’s Lee Ryder now revealing that Brentford’s Sepp van den Berg is now on their transfer radar Heading into the next few transfer windows.
Scouts have been impressed after watching Vandenberg play on a number of occasions, most recently in the Bees’ 2-2 draw with Manchester City, during which time they also checked out Brian M. Bomo’s performance.
With Fabian Schaal yet to sign a new contract and Jamaal Lascelles’ contract expiring this summer, Howe is keen to bring in more options at centre-back and the Brentford defender could be in line this requirement.
The 23-year-old is said to be a good option due to his ability on the ball, but there could be competition for his signature, with Bayer Leverkusen also keen.
Van Den Berg develops at Gtech
The former Liverpool man has established himself as a regular starter in the Premier League and was loaned out to Championship side Preston North End before impressing for Mainz in the Bundesliga last season.
The Dutchman is the most dominant defender in the air in Europe’s major leagues and played an important role in the team’s avoidance of relegation from the Bundesliga.
Former football player George Chokamov Already praised The 6-foot-3 guard’s development at Gtech Community Stadium this season is also covered by reporter Sam Tabuteau commend He is a “loyal, passionate defender” who is “excellent in the air”.
Newcastle would therefore be wise to target Vandenberg and Howe should continue to monitor his performance between now and the end of the season.
