Everton and Newcastle United are reportedly keen on signing the French defender Oumar Solet from Red Bull Salzburg.
According to a report from Daily Mail, Oumar Solet is keen on a move to the Premier League. And it will be interesting to see if the likes of Everton and Newcastle follow up on their interest to sign the 23-year-old French defender with a concrete proposal.
Everton barely survived relegation last season they will be looking to do well next year. They need to bring in defensive reinforcements during the summer transfer window. The Toffees could certainly use someone like Solet and he will help them tighten up at the back.
Meanwhile, Newcastle United had one of the best defensive units in the Premier League last season. The Magpies seemed quite resolute at the back but they need to improve this season.
They will be competing in the UEFA Champions League and they will be up against top-class attackers on a weekly basis. Newcastle need to improve their squad in order to do well across multiple competitions and the 23-year-old French defender could prove to be a quality long-term acquisition.
The Magpies will be an attractive destination for him because of the Champions League qualification and they are likely to have an edge over Everton if they are truly interested in signing Solet.
The Red Bull Salzburg defender is ready to take the next step in his career and a move to Newcastle would be an exciting opportunity for him.
The 23-year-old will look to prove himself at the highest level, and he will look to make his mark in the Premier League next season. The 23-year-old is versatile enough to operate as the right-sided central defender as well as on the left. He cab slot in as the defensive midfielder as well. His versatility will be an added bonus for Everton or Newcastle if they manage to sign him.
The 23-year-old is still relatively young and he is likely to improve with coaching and experience. He could prove to be a shrewd long-term acquisition for the two Premier League clubs if they manage to stop him up for a reasonable price.
The defender has a contract with Red Bull Salzburg until the summer of 2025 and it remains to be seen how much the Austrian outfit demand for his services.
