Newcastle United's defensive target shines in England's Nations League win

Since the summer transfer window had started, Newcastle were clear enough in their preparations to pursue a right-footed center-back. While they did try to make ends meet on Crystal Palace's ace defender Marc Guehi's deal, the club couldn't respond well to the South London club's £75 million demand for the English international.

Newcastle United's defensive target shines in England's Nations League win

However, even though Newcastle had to enter the 2024/25 season with almost the same roster as the previous year, they plan to target big signings for the January transfer window. Considering the veteran duo's, Fabian Schar and Dan Burn's, future uncertain, with both of them in their last year of contract, it is certain that the Magpies club would make center-back reinforcement soon.

While the latest reports did suggest that Newcastle have started looking for alternatives to Guehi, the defensive ace has given them a clear reason to pursue him with his staggering display for England. Returning to the Three Lions' starting lineup after being benched by Lee Carsley during their game against Greece, the 24-year-old stood crucial in the nation's 3-1 win over Finland.

Even though he didn't have a brilliant start to the PL campaign this season, the ace defender replicated his Euro heroics for England once again. While Jack Grealish, with his brilliant forward presence, and Trent Alexander Arnold, with an exquisite free-kick, stole the spotlight, Marc Guehi put up a solid show at the heart of England's defense in the 3-1 win.

Featuring the complete 90 minutes, making key clearances and crucial tackles while not getting dribbled past even once, Guehi had a brilliant international outing once again. Moreover, managing a staggering 117 touches on the ball, alongside maintaining an impressive pass accuracy, the Crystal Palace defensive ace felt omnipresent in the team's backline.

Clearly, with such an outstanding performance, Marc Guehi has once again presented himself as one of the best contenders for Newcastle United. Given that he doesn't wish to continue at Selhurst Park beyond his contract, the Magpies club would definitely want to have him on their roster in the upcoming transfer windows.