Champions League powerhouses dangle £18m carrot for Newcastle United to sign elite Euro winner
Newcastle United have been quoted €20million for Juventus and Italy star Federico Chiesa
Juventus are anxiously hoping for Newcastle United or Bayern Munich to approach Federico Chiesa, according to reports.
Various outlets have claimed the Magpies are targeting the Italian international in recent months. It is no secret that Eddie Howe plans to sign a winger this summer to replace Miguel Almiron.
The Paraguayan turned 30 in February and has reportedly attracted interest from Saudi Pro League club Al-Shabab. Question marks also remain about whether Jacob Murphy has the tools to be Newcastle’s go-to attacker on the right flank.
Yankuba Minteh showed promise but Toon chiefs were forced to offload the youngster to comply with FFP/PSR regulations. An experienced, top-level wideman has been highlighted as the missing link in Newcastle’s attack.
Corriere dello Sport claim Juventus have slapped a modest €20million price tag on Chiesa. His contract expires next summer, with the report suggesting Juve would consider a lower bid if needed.
Capable of playing on either flank or as a makeshift striker, Chiesa has overcome several injury struggles in recent years. The 26-year-old - who starred in Italy’s Euro 2020 triumph - suffered a serious knee injury but returned in November 2022 and has been on the comeback trail since.
A move to the Premier League could reignite a stalled career that looked destined for greatness three years ago. The report suggests Juve are nervous about letting Chiesa run down the final year of his contract - hence the valuation.
Bayern Munich are mentioned in the piece but recently signed Crystal Palace talisman Michael Olise, with Serge Gnabry, Leroy Sane, Kingsley Coman and Mathys Tel all on the books. Liverpool have also been linked with Chiesa as they pan a rebuild under Arne Slot.