Transfer insider Graeme Bailey has now revealed some news involving reported Newcastle United target Nico Schlotterbeck.
The Lowdown: January target
It was reported that the St. James’ Park faithful were eyeing up a move for Schlotterbeck in the January transfer window, but a move from Freiburg never materialised in the end.
Instead, they signed Dan Burn from Brighton and Hove Albion, but could be in the market for another central defender in the summer, as per 90min.
The Latest: Dortmund bound
Sharing his article on Twitter, Bailey has revealed that the North East club will now ‘miss out’ on signing Schlotterbeck this summer, as he is set to sign for Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga:
“Newcastle miss out on signing of Nico Schlotterbeck,” the journalist said.
“Outstanding young German international did have interest in moving to Tyneside, but Borussia Dortmund were a bigger lure at this point.”
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The Verdict: Shame
It is a shame that the Magpies have seemingly missed out on one of their targets in Schlotterbeck.
The 22-year-old is clearly a top prospect, having broken into the Germany national team last month, and his performances in the Bundesliga have merited a move to a big club like Dortmund.
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He currently ranks as Freiburg’s best performer in the Bundesliga so far this season, and is high among his teammates in terms of average aerial duels, tackles, interceptions, clearances and blocks won per match (WhoScored).
Schlotterbeck would have been a shrewd signing for Eddie Howe and his team, but it looks like they will have to advance further in the long-term project if they are to beat big clubs to their respective targets.
In other news, find out which ‘special, special’ ex-Magpie NUFC are now targeting here!
