Newcastle United are reportedly looking to bolster their attacking options and so have joined the race for an immediate upgrade for Miguel Almiron, who looks destined to leave St James’ Park.
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The Magpies endured a mixed first half in the Premier League before finding their best form throughout December. Now, following a 2-0 first-leg win over Arsenal, Eddie Howe has set his sights on the Carabao Cup final and could potentially transform his squad with some key upgrades in the January transfer window. Pushed into the top four of the Premier League.
A few names are already threatening to grab the headlines in this regard, with the likes of Antoine Semenho potentially emerging to give Alexander Isak the ultimate attacking partner.
The Bournemouth winger has had an excellent season with the Cherries so far and could have done enough to earn himself a move to the Premier League. However, he is not the only attacking reinforcement the Tyneside club is eyeing.
According to Spanish reports, Newcastle join race to sign Jeremy Hernandez From Deportivo La Coruña. The young winger, who reportedly has a release clause of just €20m (£17m) in Spain’s second division, is already attracting attention from the Magpies as well as several other potential suitors.
Aged just 22, Hernandez could quickly provide Howe with an upgrade over Almiron, who has reportedly been offered this month as Newcastle look to cash in on their out-of-demand winger. Manchester City and other teams.
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He only recently arrived at his current club.
Selling the aging Almiron before welcoming the young and in-form Hernandez is certainly a smart move for all involved at St James’ Park, but it remains to be seen whether they will trigger his release clause.
Hernandez could force Almiron to sell
Should Hernandez arrive, it would all but mark the end of Almiron’s time in a Newcastle shirt. While the Paraguay international has played an important role in Newcastle’s recent rise from relegation contenders to a top-four finish, there is no doubt that he is past his best and is no longer a reliable option that Howe can rely on.
Instead, Newcastle should turn their attention to the rising star in Hernandez, who can swap the Spanish second division for the Premier League’s biggest stage. Scored 7 goals and assisted 3 more goals For Deportivo this season, the 22-year-old is ready to return to the top flight – whether in Spain or England.
With the January transfer window approaching, Newcastle will undoubtedly have their sights on adding to their attack, whether it’s Semenho, Hernandez or other options.
Semenho has Premier League experience but Hernandez is an exciting candidate to replace Almiron, leaving Newcastle with a decision to make at the end of the transfer window.
