Newcastle hold talks for “one of the best strikers in the world” who’s “ready” to join – report…

Newcastle is in discussions for “one of the best strikers in the world” who is “ready” to join, according to reports.

Chief Executive David Hopkinson emphasizes that Newcastle has no immediate intentions to replace head coach Eddie Howe following a challenging season.

Newcastle is “not looking to make a change” in the coaching staff.

However, the new CEO refrained from assuring that Howe will continue in his role beyond the current season, which has seen the Magpies face difficulties in the Premier League after advancing to the knockout stage of the Champions League and reaching the later rounds of both the Carabao and FA Cups.

While discussing the club’s latest financial results, Hopkinson was questioned about Howe’s future amid concerns from some supporters following a tough European exit in Barcelona and a loss to derby rivals Sunderland.

He stated: “Eddie is our manager. I anticipate a strong finish to the season here, and we will discuss the future when the time is right.”

When asked to elaborate on his remarks, he continued: “We are not looking to make a change at this time. We are not engaged in those discussions.

“We are still in the middle of the season. At this moment, our focus is on the seven matches remaining and not getting sidetracked by speculation regarding our plans for the summer.”

Newcastle will resume Premier League play positioned 12th in the standings, seven points behind the fifth place they achieved last season, and aware that failing to qualify for European football next season could have serious repercussions for both finances and player roster.

If the Magpies manage to secure a spot in high-level European football next season, they are well-placed to invest, particularly if one of the several players linked with exits departs, and it appears that acquiring a new striker could be a priority on their agenda.

Newcastle is in contact regarding a striker from PSG.

Indeed, neither Nick Woltemade, whom Howe has frequently favored in midfield, nor Yoane Wissa, who has had difficulty securing playing time, have genuinely asserted their dominance in the number nine position this season.

Additionally, a report from Teamtalk indicates that Newcastle has engaged in discussions regarding the acquisition of PSG striker Goncalo Ramos.

The Portuguese international has seen his status diminish in the French capital and is now “prepared” to transition to the Premier League, with Chelsea and Newcastle being the two English clubs approached for negotiations.

The Magpies have been known to admire the 24-year-old for an extended period, as he has still managed to score eight goals across all competitions this season, despite limited opportunities on the pitch.

He will undoubtedly have a significant supporter in the Premier League, with Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes stating that he is “one of the best strikers in the world.”