NEWCASTLE want to sign Chelsea striker Armando Broja on loan, according to reports. The Albanian scored nine goals in 38 games in all competitions on loan at Southampton last season. Broja is set to begin pre-season at Chelsea and could play his way into first-team plans if he impresses Thomas Tuchel. But there are several […]
NEWCASTLE want to sign Chelsea striker Armando Broja on loan, according to reports.
The Albanian scored nine goals in 38 games in all competitions on loan at Southampton last season.
Broja is set to begin pre-season at Chelsea and could play his way into first-team plans if he impresses Thomas Tuchel.
But there are several Premier League clubs keen to sign Broja with Newcastle the latest team to join the race, report Sky Sports.
Saints would love the opportunity to have him back at St. Mary’s while West Ham are also monitoring his situation.
The Hammers are said to be plotting a permanent move for the 20-year-old, who could fetch a fee of £30million.
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No formal talks have been held between the two London clubs however which means Toon could pounce.
Eddie Howe may turn his attention to upgrading his attack following the signings of goalkeeper Nick Pope and centre-back Sven Botman.
Newcastle are also looking at midfield additions with Youri Tielemans and Scott McTominay on Howe’s radar.
Meanwhile, Chelsea are looking for some attacking signings of their own and have been boosted in their pursuit of Cristiano Ronaldo.
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The Manchester United star has reportedly asked to leave if the club receive a fair offer and the Blues are said to be at the front of the queue to sign him.