Newcastle keen on James Tarkowski
Newcastle United have been linked with a host of names in recent weeks, and the magpies are thought to be keen on signing James Tarkowski this month as per the Sun.
Newcastle recently signed Chris Wood from Burnley, and it remains to be seen whether they can snap up Tarkowski before the window closes.
The centre back is nearing the end of his contract with the Clarets, and he has not signed an extension with them.
Burnley will be tempted to sell the player this month in order to avoid losing him on a free transfer in the summer.
Newcastle are in desperate need of defensive reinforcements, and Tarkowski would be a sensational signing for them.
The Burnley defender has established himself as one of the most reliable centre backs in the Premier League, and he could improve Newcastle immediately.
The magpies will have to improve at the back in order to beat relegation this season, and signing the Burnley defender should be their top priority this month.
Tarkowski is likely to be available for a reasonable price because of his contract situation, and it remains to be seen whether the magpies can pull off the transfer in the next few days.
Newcastle to open talks for Yves Bissoum
Meanwhile, Newcastle are looking to improve their midfield options as well, and they are set to hold talks with Brighton regarding midfielder Yves Bissouma this Sunday.
According to a report from Daily Mail, Aston Villa are keen on the 25-year-old midfielder as well, who has 18 months left on his current contract.
Brighton reportedly value the player at £50 million, and it will be interesting to see whether Newcastle are willing to shell out that kind of money for the Mali international.
Bissouma has established himself as one of the most exciting midfield prospects in the Premier League, and he could improve Newcastle immensely.
The 25-year-old could partner Isaac Hayden at the heart of Newcastle’s midfield if the magpies manage to pull off the transfer.
