Newcastle United are fresh from their Carabao Cup victory and are looking to succeed under Eddie Howe.
It will be important that the important summer will continue to strengthen our team, and keeping Alexander Isaac amid interest from Arsenal is a top priority.
Now TBR Football reports that Newcastle has set its sights on Villarreal’s Yeremy Pinot as part of its summer recruitment plan.
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TBR Football reports that Newcastle is actively working on a Spanish international contract. The Magpie previously scouted Pino in September and continues to monitor his progress.
The 22-year-old winger is a standout performer at Villarreal this season, earning five assists in La Liga over the likes of Killian Mbappe and Robert Lewandowski.
With Miguel Almiron departing in January, Howe is keen to add an attacker on the right to complement Anthony Gordon and Harvey Burns, who are currently providing strength in the left flank.
Newcastle already secures Antonio Cordero from Malaga, but he is seen as a long-term project rather than an immediate solution. However, Pinot is expected to have an immediate impact.
Newcastle United competition from Arsenal and Aston Villa
Newcastle is not just a club that is interested in Pinot. Arsenal has been tracking the winger for a while and remains in the mix, but Aston Villa is also keeping an eye on Villarreal.
The Spanish winger has a release clause of 80 million euros (£67 million). This means that clubs who are serious about signing him must negotiate carefully or prepare to meet that price.
If Newcastle manages to bring him in, he could add much needed talent and creativity to their offense next season as they try to push the Premier League table even further.