Newcastle United appear to be making progress on securing what would be their second signing of the summer transfer window.
The Magpies have already welcomed Lloyd Kelly to St James’ Park following the end of his contract at Bournemouth, and it appears that they are working on signing another Premier League player.
Alexander Isak definitely established himself as one of the best strikers in the division last season, but there is a question mark over what the future holds for Callum Wilson.
And it appears that Eddie Howe has identified the player he wants to replace Wilson with, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin attracting interest.
Newcastle may need to pay £37 million to sign Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Newcastle are reportedly confident of signing Calvert-Lewin, with the striker not planning to extend his Everton contract, which expires at the end of next season.
The Times is also reporting that Newcastle have made contact about a potential move for Calvert-Lewin, who has been offered a new deal at Goodison Park.
With the England international not looking to sign an extension, the report claims that Everton are looking for a fee of around £37 million for the striker. It is not clear whether Newcastle would be willing to pay that sort of figure.
It is added that Wilson is wanted by clubs in the Saudi Pro League and MLS.
A gamble from the Magpies
Newcastle signing Calvert-Lewin for that sort of fee definitely has to be considered a gamble, as the ‘fantastic‘ 27-year-old has struggled to stay fit over the last few years.
He scored 29 Premier League goals across the 2019/20 and 2020/21 campaigns, but he has found the back of the net 14 times in the three seasons since.
Injuries have definitely played a big part in his struggles, but the Magpies will hope that they can get him back to his very best should he head to Tyneside.
If he does sign for £37 million, Calvert-Lewin will have a real point to prove.