As they look to bolster their attacking options, Newcastle United They have reportedly joined the race to sign an immediate promotion for Miguel Almiron, who looks set to leave St James' Park.
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Newcastle transfer news
The Magpies endured a mixed opening half against Premier League campaign before discovering their best levels throughout December. Now, with our eyes on the Carabao Cup final after a 2-0 win in the first leg over Arsenal, Eddie Howe He could still welcome some major promotions in the January transfer window to push his side into the top four of the Premier League.
On this front, several names have already threatened to steal the headlines, from the likes of… Antoine Simenio He will likely emerge to hand Alexander Isak the ultimate attacking partner.
The Bournemouth winger has so far enjoyed an excellent season with the Cherries and could do enough to earn a move to the Premier League. However, he is not the only attacking booster the Tyneside club appear to have their sights set on.
According to reports from Spain. Newcastle have joined the race to sign Jeremy Hernandez From Deportivo La Coruña. The young winger is said to have a release clause of just €20m (£17m) at the Spanish second-tier side, and is now on Newcastle's radar, along with several other potential suitors.
Still only 22 years old, Hernandez could quickly offer him an upgrade over Almiron, who is said to have been Offered to the likes of Leicester City This month as Newcastle look to cash in on their out-of-favour winger.
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Selling the aging Almiron before welcoming the younger and in-form Hernandez would certainly be a wise move from everyone involved at St James' Park, but it remains to be seen whether they will honor his release clause.
Hernandez can force Almiron to sell
If Hernandez arrives, it will signal the end of Almiron's reign in a Newcastle shirt. While the Paraguay international has played a big role in Newcastle's recent rise from relegation contenders into the top four, there is no doubt that he is past his best and is no longer a reliable option to rely on.
Instead, Newcastle must turn their attention towards a rising star in Hernandez, who could swap Spain's second division for the biggest stage in the English Premier League. He scored seven goals and assisted three others As for Deportivo this season, the 22-year-old is more than ready to return to La Liga – be it in Spain or England.
As the January transfer window continues, Newcastle have certainly set their sights on attacking additions, whether it's Semenho, Hernandez or another option.
Semenyu has Premier League experience, but Hernandez is an exciting candidate to replace Almiron in his own right to give Newcastle a decision to make by the end of the transfer window.