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title: "Newcastle: Magpies readying ‘contact’ for Sekou Mara"
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author: "Daniel Clubbe"
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published: "2022-07-17T16:35:57Z"
modified: "2022-07-17T16:35:57Z"
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# Newcastle: Magpies readying ‘contact’ for Sekou Mara

**[Newcastle United](https://www.footballfancast.com/newcastle-united-news) are reportedly ready to make ‘contact’ to sign Girondins de Bordeaux forward Sekou Mara, according to journalist [Loïc Tanzi](https://twitter.com/Tanziloic/status/1548030136083042304).**

### The lowdown: Rise to stardom

Previously a member of the youth system at Paris Saint-Germain, the France youth international [arrived](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/sekou-mara/transfers/spieler/557612) at Bordeaux in 2017 on a free transfer.

The 19-year-old has flourished since, directly contributing to [11 goals](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/sekou-mara/leistungsdatenverein/spieler/557612) in 36 senior outings for Les Girondins, and he has already [attracted the attention](https://www.getfootballnewsfrance.com/2022/monaco-and-lyon-among-clubs-interested-in-sekou-mara/) of fellow French clubs AS Monaco and Lyon.

After Newcastle’s [lengthy pursuit](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/psg-agree-deal-principle-hugo-24462539) of compatriot Hugo Ekitike came to an end, a claim has emerged suggesting that the Magpies could be about to begin negotiations for Mara…

### The latest: ‘Contact…’

Taking to [Twitter](https://twitter.com/Tanziloic/status/1548030136083042304), Tanzi – a journalist for reputable French outlet L’Equipe – has suggested that Newcastle are set to make their move to sign the [France under-20](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/sekou-mara/nationalmannschaft/spieler/557612/verein_id/23658) sensation.

He stated: “After the failure of the Ekitike track, Newcastle will embark on Sekou Mara. The Magpies will contact Bordeaux, which is asking for 15 million euros excluding bonuses and % on resale. Atletico, who need to sell first, are there too.”

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### The verdict: Minimal risk attached

Signing Mara at the suggested €15m (£12.7m) fee would represent a relatively risk-free investment from the St James’ Park hierarchy given the forward’s age, potential and [ever-rising stock](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/sekou-mara/marktwertverlauf/spieler/557612), along with the Newcastle owners’ [vast riches](https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1504811/Newcastle-Saudi-owners-PIF-Mohammed-bin-Salman-Yasir-Al-Rumayyan).

While still vastly inexperienced at an elite level, the exciting teenager – who was described as an [‘all-round finisher’](https://twitter.com/BTLvid/status/1547573181065490432) by reputable analysis site Breaking The Lines – netted [six times](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/sekou-mara/leistungsdatendetails/spieler/557612/plus/0?saison=2021&verein=&liga=&wettbewerb=&pos=&trainer_id=) in 26 Ligue 1 outings last term, highlighting an ability to make an impact despite his tender years and his team’s relegation.

Boasting similar stylistic traits to such renowned target men as Olivier Giroud, Gianluca Scamacca and Jonathan David ([FBRef](https://fbref.com/en/players/3544641e/Sekou-Mara)), the talented teenager should be regarded as a top target for Dan Ashworth and the Tynesiders for the remainder of the summer transfer window.