Newcastle United should be very busy in this summer transfer window. The club continues its rebuild under Eddie Howe.
After a brilliant season that saw us lift the Carabao Cup and qualify for the Champions League, the next step is clear; add quality and depth to the squad.
One area that could see fresh faces is the right-back. Kieran Trippier has been a leader on and off the pitch.
But with age catching up and the team playing more games next season, it's no surprise the club are exploring younger options for that position.
Newcastle have been linked with a few defenders recently. If you are following Newcastle transfer news, you will know the targets the Magpies have on the list for this summer.
But one name in particular came out of nowhere and he’s currently playing his football in France.
Newcastle United show interest in €35m Ligue 1 star
According to CaughtOffside, the Magpies have shown interest in Wilfried Singo, a talented right-back from AS Monaco.
The 24-year-old has caught the eye with his pace, power, and ability to get forward. He’s also got experience from his time at Torino in Italy before moving to Ligue 1.
It’s reported that Monaco would want around €35 million to let him go, which is a fee Newcastle could work with, especially if a few fringe players are moved on.
What makes this link even more interesting is that Singo fits the profile of a typical Eddie Howe signing. Wilfred Singo is young, athletic, and full of potential.
With Champions League football on the cards and the club moving in the right direction, Newcastle could be an attractive destination for someone like Singo.
Also, he might be ready to take the next step in his career. However, no deal is done yet, but the interest from Newcastle United is real.