‘Newcastle like the player a lot’ – Toon interest in €30m defender revealed by Italian media

According to reports in Italy, Newcastle United are interested in highly-rated Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori.

This comes from TuttoJuve, who claim that Juventus aren’t the only team showing real interest in the 22-year-old Italian who has starred over the 2023/24 season as Bologna secured a top-four finish.

They report that Newcastle ‘like the player a lot’, with Bayer Leverkusen and Tottenham also big admirers of the former Basel star.

It’s thought Juventus lead the race – which makes sense given Bologna boss Thiago Motta looks set to become their new manager – with the player also happy to remain in Italy.

TuttoJuve believe he’s likely to cost €30m; a relatively low fee given his age, huge potential and ability to play anywhere across the back four or as a holding midfielder. He’s also been compared to former Basel star Fabian Schar for his ability to carry the ball out of defence.

It seems Juventus are likely to sign the centre-back, but he could be one to watch if there’s any issues with our pursuits of Lloyd Kelly or Tosin Adarabioyo.

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Author : Olly Hawkins

Publish date : 2024-05-27 14:30:09

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