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Five cheap players Newcastle should buy in the summer transfer window
Jacque Talbot
- Updated: 21 May 2024 13:53 BST
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Newcastle’s hopes of playing European football next season rest in the hands of Manchester City.
Should the Premier League champions lose to Manchester United in the FA Cup final it will be the Red Devils who see gain entry to the Europa League.
But if the Citizens manage to secure the silverware, it will be the Magpies entering the Europa Conference League.
It was a bumpy campaign for Newcastle - they enjoyed some brilliant wins, such as the Champions League defeat of Paris Saint-Germain, but injuries, departing sporting directors, and Sandro Tonali’s ban, saw that the club struggled in parts.
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In any case, Eddie Howe will be looking to upgrade his squad next season, with the right-wing, No.9, centre-back, and goalkeeper, positions all in need of addressing.
Using SciSports data, we have run through some of the best candidates to join Newcastle in the summer - filtering their Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) to fall below €20million and they are aged 24 and under.
Cristhian Mosquera
Cristhian Mosquera has emerged as a cornerstone of Valencia's defensive line-up - last season demonstrating remarkable reliability at just 19 years old, with ample potential for further growth. A versatile central defender, who can also play as a full-back on either flank, a trait highly valued by Howe.
Originating from a futsal background, Mosquera brings a formidable physical presence and a keen technical ability.
According to SciSports, Mosquera boasts a staggering potential developmental skill rating of 129.9. And with an Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) of €7.8m, he could represent a potentially cheap investment for Newcastle's future.
Jorne Spileers
Jorne Spileers currently plays as a defender for Club Brugge. Despite being just 19 years old, he has already attracted interest from Premier League clubs.
Previously linked with Liverpool, Spileers is regarded as one of the most exciting young Belgian talents to watch this year.
According to SciSports, Spileers boasts a developmental skill rating of 113.5 and an Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) of €5.3 million, highlighting his significant promise and potential impact on the field. IF Newcastle were looking for a dynamic defender who could arrive for a cut-price, they should look no further.
Crysencio Summerville
Crysencio Summerville has already been linked to Newcastle in a report by FootballTransfers. The winger won the Championship Player of the Season for his spellbinding campaign for Leeds, who will offer the player fresh terms if they succeed on getting promoted.
The Dutchman is a deadly asset for any club, with 31 goal contributions in 48 games across last season. It's not clear where his future lies but most elite sides will keep the winger in mind ahead of the new campaign.#
The 22-year-old developmental skill rating of 98.7 and an Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) of €19.9 million, but we can expect the sale price to fluctuate depending on whether the Whites make a return to the Premier League or not.
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Maximilian Beier
Maximilian Beier recently earned a call up to the German national side ahead of the European Championships - and it's no surprise. The Hoffenheim striker netted 16 goals in the Bundesliga across 33 league games last season.
At 21 years old, Beier can be coached and developed under Howe, who must be considering the future of Callum Wilson, whose contract is up next year.
Beier has an ETV of €13.9m, while his potential SciSports developmental skill stands at 105.2.
Bart Verbruggen
Reports have already emerged stating that Newcastle are looking for a goalkeeper to compete with Nick Pope.
Aaron Ramsdale has been linked and so has Giorgi Mamardashvili, of Valencia. FootballTransfers have thrown a third name into the ring - Brighton's Bart Verbruggen.
The Dutch goalkeeper joined the Seagulls from Anderlecht but has struggled to find a spot in the starting line-up so far, with
Jason Steele taking the No.1 role.
Verbruggen has an ETV of €16.9m, while his potential SciSports developmental skill is 112.7.
