Newcastle United-linked right winger Yunus Akgun has confirmed he will hold talks with Galatasaray once the season concludes, potentially kindling a Premier League transfer battle this summer.
The 24-year-old Turkish star has been instrumental in Galatasaray’s championship chase and has notched up an impressive seven goals and nine assists in just 27 league appearances.
With his contract entering its final year, Newcastle and Aston Villa are circling, aware of his affordable €11m (£9m) release clause.
“I’m focused on the field. I’m only focused on Galatasaray’s championship. I’m trying to do my best,” Akgun told A Spor. “Contract issues are always discussed. There’s no problem with that. When the season is over, we’ll sit down and talk anyway.”
The Magpies are particularly keen following Miguel Almiron’s departure, which has left Eddie Howe with only Jacob Murphy as an option on the right flank, exposing their concerning lack of depth in that position.
Villa’s interest may also stem from their need to add squad depth behind Marco Asensio and Leon Bailey in that position.
Galatasaray reportedly want to eliminate the release clause in any new contract, recognizing the growing Premier League interest in their prized attacker who previously attracted attention from Benfica without an agreement materializing.
Newcastle United has already signed Antonio Cordero
Newcastle United have already completed the signing of Spanish winger Antonio Cordero from Malaga.
This was confirmed by Fabrizio Romano on April 15, when he wrote: “Newcastle agree deal to sign 18-year-old Spanish talent Antonio Cordero from Málaga as free agent in the summer. Announcement set to take place for Cordero joining Newcastle project — all details have now been sorted.
Barcelona and Real Madrid were both interested and keen on signing Cordero but he’s picked Newcastle.”
Cordero could be perfect foil if Newcastle United fail to sign another right winger. The 18 year-old has scored five goals and provided six assists in 33 appearance for Malaga this season.
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