Newcastle United transfer update: Eddie Howe wants to sign a young Brazilian striker

Marcos Leonardo to Newcastle United transfer news. (Photo by Ricardo Moreira/Getty Images)
Marcos Leonardo to Newcastle United transfer news. (Photo by Ricardo Moreira/Getty Images) /
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As per the latest Newcastle United transfer news, Eddie Howe wants to sign Brazilian striker Marcos Leonardo. So, Marcos Leonardo to Newcastle can happen.

Newcastle United are finally taking giant strides in ensuring that they become a major European powerhouse. Eddie Howe knows that he needs to sign young players who will become superstars in the future. According to the latest Newcastle United transfer news from uol.com, the Magpies are looking to sign a young Brazilian striker and his name is Marcos Leonardo. However, many top European clubs have expressed interest in signing the Brazilian talent. He was linked to clubs like Roma and Lazio this summer. However, the next summer, the European heavyweight will look for his signature. Santos will ask for a fee of around £20M for the signature of Leonardo. Manchester United is also one of the Premier League clubs along with many others keeping a close eye on the situation of Leonardo.

Marcos Leonardo to Newcastle United transfer news: A January signing?

One of the biggest problems for Newcastle when it comes to signing players like Marcos Leonardo is the presence of clubs like Manchester United. So, the Magpies have to act quickly to get the deal over the line. If they delay, the signing may not happen. According to various Newcastle United transfer news, the fee is around £20M. So, the transfer fee will not be a problem for Newcastle and other European clubs. Therefore, the Magpies have to show urgency and get the deal done before anyone else can come into the picture. Eddie Howe would like to have Leonardo at St. James’ Park in January. It all depends on how efficient Newcastle is when it comes to negotiating transfers. It will be interesting to see whether Marcos Leonardo to Newcastle United transfer goes through or not.

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