According to the Daily Mail, former Newcastle United player Adam Armstrong could leave Blackburn this summer for just £8million.
The striker has had a season to remember in the Championship, finding the net a remarkable 28 times.
Armstrong has had the best season of his career, and looks ready for Premier League football.
And according to the Daily Mail, he might be on his way to the top flight.
They state that Norwich and Southampton are set to battle it out for his signature, whilst also mentioned West Ham as a possible destination.
There was no mention of the Magpies, although they have been linked in the past by other outlets.
No matter what happens, Newcastle are in a strong position when it comes to Armstrong.
Even if he joins another club, the Magpies will receive 40% of the fee due to a clause from when Newcastle sold him to Blackburn in 2018.
However, if the Daily Mail are to be believed, Newcastle might not receive as much cash as they anticipated.
Reported fee for Adam Armstrong is shockingly low
They state that Armstrong could be available for around £8million. That would be an absolute bargain.
If Blackburn sell Armstrong for just £8million, Newcastle would receive £3.2million. That’s not a huge windfall, considering the earlier fee being touted.
It was reported back in February that Blackburn wanted £25million for their man. Then that fee came down to £16million in May.
Now the Daily Mail believe it is down to £8million.
Armstrong’s contract situation has put Blackburn in a difficult situation. The striker’s current deal expires next summer, meaning this is the last chance for Rovers to sell him for decent money.
If he really is available for just £8million, Newcastle simply have to act. They must bring him back to St James’ Park.
Steve Bruce needs reinforcements in attack, and Armstrong has proven at Blackburn that he can operate out wide as well as through the middle.
With the fee reportedly tumbling, this is the perfect time to re-sign him. Newcastle can’t afford to let Southampton or Norwich seal his signature.
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