Newcastle supporters in the Transfer Tavern are still in delirium having won the Championship.
It certainly was dramatic, but our resident Geordies are still ecstatic following their return to the Premier League.
The next step of their progression is to ensure that they can maintain their status as a Premier League club, avoiding the chaos and havoc that the 15/16 campaign ensued.
To certify that this objective is fulfilled Newcastle recognise the significance of positive participation in the transfer window, actively looking to recruit key targets.
Throughout his marvellous managerial career Rafa Benitez has been renowned for shrewd business and identifying promising players, and it’s safe to say that the Toon Army will be reliant on their manager’s transfer abilities illustrating themselves once again.
Our landlord has decided to evaluate TWO potential deals that could be completed within the next week….
Florian Lejeune
One player that seems destined to sign with Newcastle United is Eibar’s, Florian Lejeune.
The Shield Gazette report that Newcastle is close to finalising a deal for the 26-year-old.
The former Manchester City defender was signed by Eibar last Summer and provided defensive solidity as the team achieved a 10th place finish in La Liga.
Without question, the Frenchman is certainly a talented player and is recognised for his proficiency while competing in aerial duels and his tendency to play long balls.
Our landlord believes this is a solid investment by Newcastle that can provide genuine competition to the likes of captain Jamaal Lascelles and Ciaran Clark.
Martin Skrtel
Benitez’s quest for defensive reinforcements appears a priority and another transfer that could be complete in the not-too-distant future is that of 32-year-old Martin Skrtel.
The former Liverpool centre-half is of considerable interest to former manager Rafa Benitez, and reports in Turkey suggest that Newcastle is readying a move for the Slovakian defender.
This transfer seems possible as Fenerbahce are facing action having broken Financial Fair Play regulations.
Thus they’re forced to sell players to compensate for the fine.
As previously mentioned, Benitez is well aware of Skrtel’s talents who impressed in Turkey, scoring three goals in 43 appearances.
The experienced centre-half is renowned for his remarkable blocking ability and his competitiveness in aerial duels.
While our landlord believes that it’s incredibly important that Benitez controls Skrtel’s ill-discipline, his addition would provide invaluable Premier League experience to a squad who are devoid of substantial experience in England’s top flight.
Newcastle fans, are you happy with these transfers? Let us know!
