Newcastle United fight Sunderland for ‘game-changing’ £35m star who can transform Matthias Jaissle attack
Newcastle United were linked with Anis Hadj Moussa during the summer transfer window.
Newcastle United are reportedly monitoring Feyenoord winger Anis Hadj Moussa this winter.
Born in France, the 24-year-old represents Algeria and has emerged as a breakout star in the Netherlands. Hadj Moussa joined Feyenoord in 2024 and has registered 48 goal contributions in 98 games.
That includes seven Eredivisie goals this season - putting Premier League clubs on high alert. Newcastle were linked with a move for the wideman during the summer transfer window.
Bitter rivals Sunderland as well as Brighton and Aston Villa are also thought to be keeping tabs on his situation. In the summer, Hadj Moussa was valued at £35million but his recent heroics have likely pushed the price tag higher.
Newcastle United interest
Turkish reports last week claimed Newcastle remain keen but have not solidified their interest. It is understood that the Magpies do have limited funds available in January if needed.
Matthias Jaissle’s priority would be to add another attacking player to his ranks. However, with Anthony Elanga and Jacob Murphy in the squad, whether that is a right-winger remains to be seen.
Newcastle have played without a natural No.10 for most of the campaign. Any outlay will be with United’s long-term vision in mind and not out of panic.
Matthias Jaissle on January window
Hadj Moussa - at least on paper - certainly fits the bill. Jaissle has already revealed that he will push for signings in the upcoming window.
“First of all, it’s on us to do the best out of the current squad,” the German said last week. “We have a lot of potential players, young signings we did in the summer.
“But as a manager, you always aim for adjustments in each transfer window. This will be my first one in January, and of course, you’re always aiming for adjustments.”