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Newcastle United’s struggles in the transfer market are beginning to overshadow what should be an exciting summer at St James’ Park.
While many people associate the season with sunshine and holidays, the Magpies have grown frustrated by repeatedly missing out on key transfer targets.
Over the past year, Newcastle have been strongly linked with several highly-rated players, only to see deals slip away at the final hurdle.
Hugo Ekitike, Victor Munoz and Benjamin Sesko all ended up elsewhere, while Johan Manzambi now appears set to join Aston Villa despite Newcastle’s long-standing interest.
Those setbacks have forced Eddie Howe’s recruitment team to explore alternative options, with Parma midfielder Mandela Keita now emerging as a leading target.
According to reports from Parma Today, relayed by Sport Witness, Newcastle have already opened discussions over a potential move for the Belgian midfielder.
The club are believed to have made enquiries as they search for a replacement following Sandro Tonali’s departure.
Keita, 24, is reportedly valued at around €25 million (£21 million), a fee that is well within Newcastle’s reach after generating significant funds from Tonali’s £100 million transfer and Anthony Gordon’s £69 million exit earlier this summer.
However, Newcastle may not have a clear path to the signing.
Everton and Leeds United are also said to be monitoring the midfielder, raising the possibility of another transfer battle that could end in disappointment for the Magpies if they hesitate.
With several failed pursuits already behind them, Newcastle cannot afford to let another midfield target slip through their fingers.
The club’s recruitment strategy has come under scrutiny after repeatedly identifying players who eventually sign elsewhere.
Keita is viewed as a strong defensive presence in midfield and has earned praise from scout Antonio Mango, who described him as “brilliant.”
Compared to the more attack-minded Manzambi, Keita offers greater protection out of possession, making him a potentially ideal fit for Newcastle’s needs following Tonali’s exit.
Securing Keita would finally give Newcastle a much-needed boost in the transfer market and strengthen a midfield that requires fresh quality ahead of the new Premier League season.
