Newcastle transfer news: World-class Nick Pope injury replacement wants Eddie Howe call

The Nick Pope injury has inspired a change in Eddie Howe's transfer strategy, if recent Newcastle transfer news is anything to go by. Indeed, before the unfortunate injury, the position of priority at St James Park was to sign a midfielder. While this is still an area of concern for Eddie Howe, his transfer plans may be stalled until he signs a new Nick Pope replacement.

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Newcastle transfer news: World-class Nick Pope injury replacement wants Eddie Howe call

Well, according to the most reliable transfer source in the world Fabrizio Romano, there is a world-class goalkeeper option out there for Eddie Howe and he is awaiting the call. According to Kick (via TBR Football), David de Gea is eager to join Newcastle United in the January transfer window and he is just waiting for the call from Eddie Howe.

""De Gea is waiting, De Gea would love to sign for Newcastle, De Gea is just waiting for a call""

- Fabrizio Romano

David de Gea is a player who knows the Premier League well and should we remain in the Champions League, he also has plenty of experience in that competition as well. Therefore, he is the closest possible option for Eddie Howe in his bid to replace Nick Pope in the starting eleven.

Newcastle are a rising club, so it would be a great opportunity for David de Gea to continue his legacy in England. As one of the most highly regarded players in the world, he has been without a club since his contract ended at Manchester United in the summer. As a modern goalkeeper who prioritises saving the ball rather than doing dangerous skills, he would be perfect for Eddie Howe's simple philosophy.

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