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Newcastle United are reportedly keen on signing Galatasaray forward, Baris Alper Yilmaz, before the January transfer window slams shut, as revealed by TBR Football.
Newcastle Eyeing Transfer for Galatasaray Ace Yilmaz
The club could make a move if Almiron departs
Baris Alper Yilmaz
As per TBR Football, Newcastle’s interest in Baris Alper Yilmaz is real, and the 24-year-old could be an option to consider in the event that Almiron heads to the club’s egress.
The Magpies are currently in contact with a number of clubs over in America, including Charlotte FC and Atlanta FC, as revealed exclusively by GIVEMESPORT. After almost six years at the club, it seems Almiron’s Newcastle chapter could be coming to a close, and Howe is understandably keen to replace the 30-year-old’s role in the squad.
Meanwhile, Yilmaz, previously described as “tremendous”, has enjoyed a strong season with Galatasaray thus far, having amassed 11 goals in 28 outings across all competitions. It is a career-best for him in terms of goals, and as per TBR Football’s chief correspondent, Graeme Bailey, he could “seal a move to the Premier League before the end of the month”.
Yilmaz attracted widespread interest from the English top-flight last summer too, with the likes of West Ham, Aston Villa and Liverpool all thought to be working on proposals to Galatasaray, following the player’s impressive Euro 2024 campaign. Ultimately, he ended up staying with the Turkish outfit for another year, but each of those clubs could still be open to reigniting their interest as well.
The player’s employers were holding out for bids in the region of £25 million at that time, though the valuation may have risen for this current window, given Yilmaz’ recent performances.
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