Newcastle’s pursuit of PSV winger Johan Bakayoko might have moved one step nearer.
The Magpies are within the hunt for a right-winger and the 21-year-old is the identify that’s been extensively linked to St James’ Park in current days.
Bakayoko was believed to be near becoming a member of Liverpool earlier this yr however a deal by no means materialised. A report from The Telegraph after which Belgian outlet Voetbal advised that the winger was a powerful contender to hitch Newcastle within the forthcoming January switch window.
There are nonetheless some hurdles for the Premier League to beat, nevertheless. Newcastle wish to safe a deal for Bakayoko price round €30 million, however PSV are after extra like €50m. Maybe a deal may very well be struck someplace within the center, nevertheless it’s not clear how a lot wiggle room Newcastle have when it comes to PSR restrictions.
What’s clear, nevertheless, is that PSV are making ready for all times with out the teen, as a report from Tom Bogert of GiveMeSport has revealed that the Netherlands membership are inching nearer to sealing a deal for Bosnia and Herzegovina winger Esmir Bajraktarevic.
The New England Revolution star is nearing a transfer to Europe after his facet reached an settlement in precept on a deal price as much as $6m.
Like Bakayoko, the incoming Bajraktarevic is a right-sided inside ahead who predominately makes use of his left foot, that means that {the teenager} might nicely be a like-for-like alternative.
Not solely that, there was reviews Miguel Almiron may very well be heading again to America, with talks ongoing with St Charlotte. His potential exit would unencumber funds for Newcastle nonetheless additional.