Jamaal Lascelles to Leeds United on cards after £1m Newcastle mystery
Newcastle United have told Jamaal Lascelles that he can leave for the right deal in the winter transfer window amid links to Leeds United.
The Magpies have opened the door to their captain’s exit, with the centre-back a bit-part player for Eddie Howe this season.
Jaka Bijol has picked up a knock at Elland Road, and it would make sense for the Whites to reinforce their backline before the 2 February deadline.
Daniel Farke is anticipating a few more additions after Facundo Buonanotte, and it will be interesting to see whether the West Yorkshire outfit will sign a defender in the coming days.
Newcastle want to get Jamaal Lascelles wages off their books amid Leeds United interest
Newcastle seem to be protecting Lascelles ahead of a move before deadline day, according to Chronicle Live.
The news outlet reports on 26 January that there remains a mystery around the 32-year-old, who isn’t available for selection despite not being injured.
It’s been claimed that while the English defender’s leadership is valued at St James’ Park, the Magpies want to get his hefty salary, which amounts to £1million between now and the end of the season.
The veteran centre-back has been linked with a move to Elland Road, Bournemouth and West Ham United, with clubs in Turkiye also keeping an eye on his situation.
Lascelles would undoubtedly add much-needed Premier League experience to the Whites’ squad, but his presence would also add depth to their defence.
Farke has found success in the Premier League after switching to a back-five, but recent injuries to players like Bijol, Joe Rodon and Sebastiaan Bornauw have given the German manager a headache.
Jamaal Lascelles a cheap replacement if Elland Road exit goes through
Bornauw doesn’t seem happy with his lack of game time at Elland Road, with the Belgium international being eyed for a last-minute move back to Germany.
Leeds may be forced into selling the former Wolfsburg defender in the coming days, and could potentially have to make a move for Lascelles.
The Newcastle captain shouldn’t cost much, with his contract at St James’ Park expiring at the end of the season.
Anything can happen before Deadline Day in LS11, and fans will surely be keeping an eye on developments regarding the backline.
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