Newcastle United will reportedly look to sign 25-year-old Spanish international Oihan Sancet from La Liga outfit Athletic Club in a deal worth €70 million next year.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Oihan Sancet is the subject of interest from Newcastle United. The Magpies are keen on reinforcing their offensive unit by signing a versatile attacker in the winter transfer window. So, the 25-year-old Athletic Club mainstay has emerged as a target for the Tyneside outfit.
The 2024/25 EFL Cup winners are ready to fork out €70 million to sign the Spaniard in the winter transfer window. Meanwhile, Sancet’s contract with the Basque outfit has a release clause worth €80 million, which strengthens Los Leones’ position if they enter negotiations with Newcastle United.
Oihan Sancet and his career so far
Oihan Sancet has established himself as one of the best players in La Liga since breaking into the first-team squad at Athletic Club. The Pamplona native spent his formative years in his homeland and graduated from the youth division at Athletic Club. Since then, the player has become a mainstay in the final third for the Basque outfit.
The 25-year-old has made 200 appearances for Athletic Club while chipping in with 43 goals and 18 assists. Meanwhile, Sancet’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs, particularly in the Premier League. Newcastle United will be among the prospective suitors vying for his signature in the winter transfer window.
Premier League move on the horizon?
Oihan Sancet has been on Newcastle United’s radar for a long time, and they mulled over a summer move for the Athletic Club mainstay. The continued interest makes sense. The Magpies are scouring the market for a versatile attacking midfielder heading into the winter transfer window amid uncertainties surrounding Joelinton’s long-term future.
Several candidates, including Arda Guler, have thus emerged on Newcastle United’s radar, with Sancet also a viable target. The 2024/25 EFL Cup winners are ready to pay around €70 million to sign the 25-year-old Spaniard in the winter transfer window.
However, Sancet has a release clause worth €80 million in his contract with Athletic Club, giving the Basque outfit a stronger position if they begin negotiations with Newcastle United. It will be interesting to see if the Magpies land the Spanish international in the winter transfer window.