The summer transfer market will officially open on Friday, June 14, when Premier League clubs may begin dealing for next season.
I’ve read a number of stories in the media about how certain clubs’ spending may be limited, with clubs need to sell before buying.
According to media speculation, Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Manchester United, and even Arsenal have limited options this summer if you take the media’s word for it.
Transfer reports are mostly hypothetical guesses, and they are frequently regurgitated from other sources.
Certainly, when it comes to Newcastle United, I believe that at most 10% of media articles have substance. The most crucial aspect of NUFC recruitment for me is if the player in question is a natural fit for the club as a whole.
We have previously been associated with James Maddison and Lucas Paqueta, both very good players, but I believe they would not have been suitable fits for Newcastle United given the way we play under Eddie Howe. Those Premier League players are not known for performing well in high-pressure situations, have low energy, and do not fit the squad tactically.
Are they better individual midfielders than some of the players at the club? Yes, but this is not an individual-based game. It’s a team and squad game, thus balance is key. The top 11 individuals do not necessarily form the best team. The best team is one that functions and fits together well, similar to completing a jigsaw puzzle.
Lloyd Kelly may be on his way to St James’ Park, but he is not a player I would consider highly valued or capable of taking us to the next level, among other things. I believe he is a decent diverse player. There are better left backs and centre backs out there, and possibly even at the club, but I believe he is a fantastic fit for Eddie Howe. What matters is the correct match, not the names themselves.
Newcastle United is reportedly interested in midfielders Conor Gallagher and Morgan Gibbs-White. Which one do I believe is the better footballer? Gibbs-White.
Which do I believe would be better for Eddie Howe? Conor Gallagher. Simply because I believe he would suit Eddie’s style of play and what he expects from his midfielders, both on and off the ball.
Do I want either of these? Not right now, because I believe we have enough choices in that sector, and there are other aspects of the squad that I believe need to be addressed.
Newcastle United have been linked with attacking players such as Jarrod Bowen, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, and Dominic Solanke. I believe Bowen is a good player who would be an excellent fit at Newcastle, but the transfer fee is prohibitively expensive, and I believe he has settled in London with his young family.
So, an injury-prone Calvert-Lewin or Dominic Solanke?
I don’t regard either of them highly, but I believe Solanke would be a good tactical fit for Newcastle United. I just believe there is better value for money out there.
In terms of priorities, I believe we will need a right center defender, a right winger, a goalkeeper, and a centre forward this summer. If I had free rein and was picking players that I think would actually strengthen the roster and fit the club, I’d go with Jarrad Branthwaite, Jarrod Bowen, and Benjamin Sesko. In goal, I rate Liverpool’s second-choice keeper Kelleher, believing he will be a very fine keeper in a few years. Realistically, could any of these four occur this summer?
The correct setup, the right fit, is critical to the success of a football club. Since Newcastle United’s acquisition, the club has done a lot of things properly, and I’m convinced we’ll see some very savvy purchases again this summer.
I really hope one of them is Jarrod Bowen!
Comments are welcome.
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