Newcastle United, under the ownership of the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF), is aiming for significant progress, but their current challenge lies in navigating a string of injuries to 14 players. Despite this setback, the club’s ambitions remain evident, though immediate plans may be impacted as key Premier League and Champions League fixtures loom.
Financial Fair Play constraints need to be considered, but the Saudi-backed ownership is committed to supporting manager Eddie Howe in the transfer market. The understanding is that, regardless of the injury situation, Howe requires the necessary reinforcements to achieve success at St. James’ Park.
Reports from Portuguese outlets O Jogo and Record, as noted by TeamTalk, suggest that Newcastle is eyeing a double move for Sporting duo Goncalo Inacio and Ousmane Diomande. The combined release clauses for both players amount to €140m/£122m, presenting a substantial financial commitment for the Newcastle board.
The feasibility of acquiring both players immediately hinges on the club generating significant income to offset the expenditure. If this proves challenging, the likelihood is that the acquisition of both players will be postponed. In the meantime, injuries may necessitate the signing of one of the players in January, with the possibility of securing the other in the summer. The owners appear determined to provide the necessary resources to strengthen the squad, emphasizing their commitment to Eddie Howe’s long-term success.
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