Newcastle United could target Jose Gimenez ahead of the summer, with Atletico Madrid needing to make considerable sales in the next window.
According to Fichajes, Atletico Madrid star Jose Gimenez has emerged on Newcastle United’s radar. The Premier League giants want the Uruguayan defender as they anticipate Champions League football next season, with Eddie Howe seeking an experienced head at the back.
Jose Maria Gimenez will complete his 10th year as an Atletico Madrid player once the season concludes. He has been a rock at the back for Diego Simeone during this time and became a 28-year-old La Liga-winning defender here. He is central to the manager’s ideas of a defensive outlook, but things might change in the summer.
Atletico Madrid has considerable financial problems and may need to make sales to raise significant funds. They retain hope of Joao Felix remaining at Chelsea beyond his loan spell, but recently, doubts have been cast on that prospect.
Hence, the attention has now switched towards Gimenez, who remains one of their prized assets. Atletico will demand a significant sum for the 28-year-old La Liga-winning defender if any suitors come forward. Chelsea reportedly wanted the Uruguayan before January, and the Blues could return for the defender.
Now, Newcastle United have emerged as a contender for the 28-year-old, with Eddie Howe seeking an experienced head to lead his backline. The Magpies have a good set of defenders in Sven Botman and the experienced Fabian Schar, who have helped steer the club into a top-four place.
Howe knows the duo cannot be relied upon for an entire season, considering they will have Champions League football next time. Hence the need for an experienced player in the backline seems imperative for the manager to bring, with several options discussed already, including Juventus star Gleison Bremer.
There are difficulties in bringing the Brazilian; hence, the Magpies have kept their options open. They also have Torino star Perr Schuurs on their radar, but they might look at the quality of Gimenez and his experience to pursue the Uruguayan.
The 28-year-old La Liga-winning defender will cost a significant sum if Newcastle United approaches Atletico over a transfer. He will have two years left on his deal in the summer, which may prove enough for the Roji Blancos to demand a massive fee.
Newcastle may appear as a top club for many big players in the coming window. Not only do they have the financial power, but also Champions League football to attract the best players in the world. Moreover, the Magpies have the financial capacity to pay significantly, as shown recently.
