Former Aston Villa defender compares Newcastle's 21-year-old prodigy with Erling Haaland

Newcastle United had an underwhelming transfer window, where the Magpies club, in a way, failed to bring their key reinforcements to their squad. However, now that the transfer window has officially closed, Eddie Howe needs to continue with the assets he has, with the Premier League action returning to its best.

But, not to forget, among the few names the Magpies club joined hands with ahead of the season was William Osula. Brought in for a fee of £10M, the former Sheffield United forward's versatility is what separates him from the rest, and that's why, as a backup option, Newcastle decided to go for him. However, as per recent reports, a former Aston Villa defender has made an interesting comparison between him and the superstar forward Erling Haaland.

Former Aston Villa defender compares Newcastle's 21-year-old prodigy with Erling Haaland

Former Villa defender Curtis Davies mentioned while speaking to Sky Sports that he feels Osula has everything to become the club's biggest prospect of the season. Curtis Davies recounted his experience with the youngster, saying,

"“I’ve played with him, and, attributes-wise, he’s got everything.”"

- Curtis Davies

Being a huge admirer of the prodigy's talent, Davies mentioned that he could go on to become a star forward if he gets guidance from someone like Eddie Howe. Davies spoke,

"“With a coach like Eddie (Howe) there, who can nurture him and get him into that team in the right environment and right way to push him forward, he could be a big signing come the end of the season.""

- Curtis Davies

In fact, the former Premier League defender didn't stop here and went a step further, comparing how Osula can be Newcastle's version of Erling Haaland. Davies exclaimed,

"“He’s big, he’s strong, he’s quick, he can score both feet, and he can go past you. I’m not going to disrespect it, but he’s a bit like a poor man’s Haaland as such.""

- Curtis Davies

While, certainly, given the 21-year-old forward's versatility to feature in different positions, his comparison to Haaland seems a bit exaggerated. Haaland has been the Premier League's best forward and one of the most distinguished forwards in European football, having bagged humongous records at the age of 24. Thus, while Osula's potential could turn him into a pivotal prospect for the club, he certainly needs time to reach that level.

Overall, Osula, who has been impressive in the club's preseason fixture against Brest, can become the club's reliable forward option, and it remains to be seen how the season goes for the prospect.