Newcastle United are ready to enter the battle for the signature of Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk, with foreign interest rife in this race.
According to Fichajes, Newcastle United are angling for a move for Mykhailo Mudryk ahead of January. The Magpies are eager to strengthen their attacking setup with the arrival of a new winger and could take advantage of the 23-year-old 2023 Chelsea signing’s situation with a potential loan approach.
Newcastle United are looking at several players ahead of the January window to bolster their chances of finishing in the top four or top six. After much deliberation about what they want in the winter market, the Magpies are likely to focus on reinforcing their attacking line rather than bringing in a defender.
Newcastle United are looking for a new winger, and as per reports, it is for the right-hand side given the other flank has multiple options in Anthony Gordon and Harvey Barnes. On the right flank, Miguel Almiron could leave the club in January, while Jacob Murphy has been ineffective this season.
Hence, it is a bit baffling to see Mykhailo Mudryk linked with Newcastle United, as the Ukrainian primarily played on the left-hand side. He can play on the right wing if needed, as Eddie Howe might be looking at his main attributes of providing pace and breaching backlines.
The Magpies are reportedly considering a loan approach for the 2023 Chelsea signing, as Mudryk continues to play a fringe role under Enzo Maresca. Reports have suggested the Blues could hand him a lifeline as he has been important for them in competitions other than the Premier League. Still, he might look at the important role at different clubs and make a decision.
Newcastle United faces the Mudryk competition
Chelsea may not be opposed a departure, although any exit will depend on multiple situations. For starters, they might also be a bit wary of letting him join Newcastle as Howe’s side could be a direct rival for the top four or top six race later on. Mykhailo Mudryk also has Marseille’s interest, while Fiorentina are also keen on the winger.
Crystal Palace are also considering him ahead of the January transfer window, and a loan move seems like a more likely outcome for Mudryk’s future. Hence, the Magpies will face plenty of competition and a big challenge to lure the inconsistent winger in, and convincing Chelsea might prove to be their biggest hurdle in this chase.
