Newcastle United target Trevoh Chalobah could still sign for Bayern Munich today.
As reported by Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah may be set to sign for Bayern Munich today, as the German giants are currently pushing for a straight loan deal for the 24-year-old.
However, until this agreement between Bayern and the Blues is signed, sealed, and delivered, Newcastle United may yet consider entering the race for Chalobah’s services.
As per 90min, Chalobah has been a target for Newcastle since early July. If the versatile £50,000-a-week ace is now available on a temporary deal, with no obligation to buy included, then he could represent a smart, low-risk late addition to Eddie Howe’s squad.
If Newcastle are to try and make a move for Chalobah, then they need to act fast. Another challenge, on top of the time factor, is that the player may already have his heart seat on a move to Germany.
Equally, Chelsea could prove unwilling to allow Chalobah to join a direct Premier League rival. The west London outfit would be likely to offer Newcastle far less favourable terms than Bayern Munich are after, at the very least.
Chalobah would offer extra security to Newcastle
With Champions League football on the horizon for the Magpies, having adequate strength in depth will be more important than ever. Chalobah has the quality to step into a midfield role as well, if required, on top of his central defensive duties. He would also arguably represent an upgrade on club captain Jamaal Lascelles.
Howe has made defensive acquisitions this Summer, with Tino Livramento and Lewis Hall arriving at St James’ Park. The manager may well feel he is already well stocked in this area, but it is likely that he would still jump at the chance to reinforce his rearguard further if a bargain opportunity presents itself today.
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