Newcastle United still not completely sidelined in Crystal Palace's ace defender deal

Newcastle United's summer transfer window was a rather poor one, where the club failed to land much-needed reinforcements at the club. Losing out on star center-back Marc Guehi's deal on the penultimate transfer deadline day and on prodigy winger Anthony Elanga, the club had little to no positives from the transfer event. However, as per recent reports, the club might turn back to their center-back prospect in the upcoming transfer window.

Newcastle United still not completely sidelined in Crystal Palace's ace defender deal

Currently, Eddie Howe's side, facing critical injuries to star defenders Sven Botman and Jamaal Lascelles, is left with not many options other than the duo of Schar and Dan Burn for the role. Although the two have been good at the heart of the Magpies' defense this far, there have been some instances where the need for a high-profile center-back has been felt at the club.

Moreover, remembering the aftermath of a stressful, disappointing transfer window, the club's sporting director Paul Mitchell would surely be under pressure to land some big names in January, favoring the chances of igniting Guehi's transfer chances. While this summer, Mitchell had walked away from the player's deal after Crystal Palace demanded £75 million for him, this time the move can be more serious.

As per reports from the Daily Mail, the Magpies club looks excited enough to reignite their interest in Marc Guehi, making a fresh start in his deal. However, the reports clearly suggest that an early attempt from the club could be favorable, which might give the South Londoners the time to look for Guehi's replacement, easing a potential move.

In fact, what has been very favorable in Magpies club interest is the fact that given the Senegalese defender's contract at his current club runs down next summer, Newcastle stands a better chance to sign him for a reasonable fee. As per Daily Mail reports, an offer of anything around £50 million could feel enough to persuade his current club for a move.

Most importantly, Marc Guehi's potential deal not only comes beneficial for the club's squad strength, but it rather gives an opportunity to Paul Mitchell to redempt his poor summer transfer window performance. Overall, the Magpies club would want to complete the 24-year-old's signing, who could be one of the key defensive mainstays for years to come.