Newcastle United must look elsewhere for a striker after failing with an approach to sign 20-year-old Italian attacking sensation Francesco Pio Esposito from Inter Milan.
According to a report by Italian outlet Il Messaggero, Francesco Pio Esposito is the subject of interest from Newcastle United. The Magpies are keen on reinforcing their offensive unit by signing a striker in the summer transfer window amid uncertainties surrounding Alexander Isak’s long-term future. So, the 20-year-old Inter Milan attacking sensation has emerged as a target for the Tyneside outfit.
The 2024/25 EFL Cup winners have recently approached Inter Milan to discuss a possible move for the Castellammare di Stabia native. However, the Serie A giants have rebuffed Newcastle United, with Atalanta and Napoli also receiving rejections from the Nerazzurri.
Who is Francesco Pio Esposito?
Francesco Pio Esposito is the highly rated prospect to rise in prominence in his homeland. The 20-year-old spent his formative years in Italy, rising through the ranks at Inter Milan before making his mark in senior football during his loan spell with Spezia Calcio. The youngster was decent in the 2024/25 season and made his mark during the FIFA Club World Cup after returning to Inter Milan.
The Italian attacking sensation chipped in with one goal and one assist in two games, compelling Inter Milan to view him as a long-term offensive solution. However, Esposito’s progress has piqued the attention of several well-known clubs, particularly from the Premier League. Newcastle United will be among the prospective suitors vying for his signature in the summer transfer window.
Premier League move on the horizon?
Newcastle United’s interest in Francesco Pio Esposito is understandable. The Magpies are in a spot of bother over Alexander Isak’s long-term future. The Swedish international is determined not to play for the Tyneside outfit again and has gone public to express his desire to depart from St. James’ Park. That has left Newcastle United angry, as they have been eager to keep Isak at the club.
However, the 2024/25 EFL Cup winners have no time to lick their wounds and must scour the market for a replacement, as William Osula is the only recognised striker in Eddie Howe’s squad. With Newcastle United failing with a bid to sign Yoane Wissa, Esposito has emerged as a viable alternative.
However, Newcastle United will have no chance to sign the 20-year-old Italian attacking sensation from Inter Milan. The Serie A giants have no interest in parting ways with Esposito, and they have also rebuffed Atalanta and Napoli, with the latter submitting a bid worth €45 million. So, Newcastle United must look elsewhere for a striker.