Newcastle is expected to be extremely busy this summer, and one position on the list to deal with is the goalkeeper. There have been doubts about Nick Pope’s performance this season, and the England goalkeeper is also linked to leaving during the upcoming transfer period.
Newcastle’s priorities have signed new central defenders, right wingers and strikers, but the goalkeeping position is what football manager Paul Mitchell thinks. The Pope is 33 years old and he needs to be replaced immediately, even if he doesn’t have any suspicious performances and does not lack the ability to put the ball at his feet.
James Trafford is a player Newcastle continues to watch, but he is not the only target. They are also considering the starting goalkeeper’s move at one of the biggest clubs in the Bundesliga.
Gregor Kobel’s agent heads to Newcastle for discussion
As reported by Foot Mercato (via NUFC Feed), Gregor Kobel’s agents are planning to travel to Newcastle to talk to the Carabao Cup winners. Borussia Dortmund and the Swiss star are also sought by Chelsea, and are claimed to be discussing with representatives during his time in the UK.
Kobel has been Dortmund’s goalkeeper since his arrival from Bundesliga rival Stuttgart in 2021, at the age of 27, he is in a major year of his career. Newcastle would consider it an upgrade if he arrives, and it could be a signature that will help take them to the next level.
When Newcastle and Chelsea enter the race, the club will finish in the top five in the Premier League and will qualify for the Champions League next season. If the magpies do that, they certainly are likely to close the transaction.