Newcastle United is positioned as the frontrunner to secure the services of Santos forward Marcos Leonardo in a bid to strengthen their squad for the future. According to a recent report by Bolavip Brasil, the Magpies are leading the race to sign the Brazilian striker.
Having risen through the ranks at Santos, the 20-year-old Leonardo has become a pivotal figure in their senior team, amassing 164 senior appearances. His goal-scoring record stands at 54 goals and 11 assists across various competitions. Impressively, in the Brasileirao, he averages 2.7 shots, 1.0 key passes, and 0.7 dribbles per game. However, there is room for improvement in his passing accuracy, currently at 75.3% in the Brazilian top flight.
Leonardo’s existing contract with Santos extends until the end of 2026, making it a challenging task for Newcastle United to secure a cost-effective deal next year.
The article emphasizes Leonardo’s proficiency in creating space for goal-scoring opportunities and his adeptness as a finisher. As a technically gifted player, he displays skillful runs with the ball in the attacking third and possesses the vision to orchestrate plays for teammates in the opponent’s half.
The prospect of Leonardo joining Newcastle United is seen as a significant boost to manager Eddie Howe’s attacking options, potentially enhancing the team’s competitiveness in various competitions. The article concludes by noting that with Howe overseeing his development, Leonardo could emerge as a star for the Tyneside club in the long run, although it acknowledges that the Brazilian talent would require an adjustment period to adapt to English football if the move materializes in 2023.
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