Newcastle chasing 3 summer signings alongside Trafford after scout meeting

Newcastle United sporting director Paul Mitchell appears to be a busy man, following a new update regarding the club’s upcoming summer transfer business.

Cordero and Diao head Newcastle target list

Malaga teenager Antonio Cordero has been heavily linked with a summer move to the Magpies and now another youngster, Assane Diao, has also been mentioned as a target. The 19-year-old winger is currently plying his trade at Serie A side Como, but could soon head to Tyneside as Mitchell and Co. build for the future.

Juventus attacker Kenan Yildiz has also been backed to seal a switch to Newcastle at the end of the season, but it may have to be part of a swap deal involving key midfielder Sandro Tonali, which will not appeal to the fans in St James’.

Meanwhile, Atalanta ace Ademola Lookman could leave the reigning Europa League holders this summer, having fallen out with manager Gian Peiro Gasperini. The Magpies are ready to swoop, but face competition from the likes of Liverpool and Arsenal.

Newcastle could also reportedly be offered the chance to sign Manchester City winger Jack Grealish, with the England international falling out of favour under Pep Guardiola this season, as well as struggling with injuries. He could come in and provide competition for Anthony Gordon on the left flank.

Newcastle want to sign CB, winger and attacking midfielder

According to The Daily Mail’s Craig Hope, Newcastle are looking at signing three players in different areas of the pitch this summer alongside James Trafford, who is expected to join from Burnley.

As well as the Clarets goalkeeper, a “right-sided centre back, right winger and versatile midfielder/forward will also be sought”, as Mitchell works his magic after leading a “scouting summit at Gateshead’s Hilton Hotel last weekend”.

This is such an exciting transfer update for Newcastle fans, following a relatively disappointing summer window last time around. PIF have reportedly given the green light to spend this year, however, so a busier time of things is expected.

Several fresh faces have to arrive at the end of the campaign this time around in order to bring a freshness to the squad, and all the positions mentioned are key areas to improve in. At least one centre-back addition is imperative, considering Sven Botman is the only player in that position in his 20s, with Fabian Schar, Dan Burn and Jamaal Lascelles all arguably past their absolute peak.

A right-sided attacker is also vital, even though Jacob Murphy is enjoying an excellent season, with Miguel Almiron’s departure affecting the depth there, and an elite option is needed to be a regular starter, such as Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo.

The hope is that Newcastle avoid having to sell star player Alexander Isak, holding firm and rejecting possible huge bids, but even if he stays put, another striker is also needed. Callum Wilson’s best days are behind him, and he will likely leave on a free when his contract expires, so a younger successor must be found.