Transfer 1+1: Newcastle may sign 60 million in Bundesliga giants offensive core, Fulham s striker s striker was rejected

Newcastle is interested in Leipzig forward

According to the latest reports, Newcastle United is determined to sign attacker Xavi Simmons from Leipzig Red Bull this summer, and is also interested in his teammate Antonio Noosa. The Magpies successfully advanced to the Champions League in the 2024-25 season, which is the second time they have entered the top European club event in three years. Coach Eddie Howe hopes to use the additional income brought by participating in the competition to create a lineup that is competitive in multi-line combat. Newcastle had previously been rumored to have an affair with Nottingham Forest winger Anthony Ellanda, but Forest has reportedly rejected an offer of about £45 million. Despite being blocked in pursuing targets such as Ellanda, Spanish media said Newcastle is preparing to offer a nearly £60 million offer for Leipzig attacker Simmons. Simmons is competent as a left winger or attacking midfielder and is good at catching the ball between opponents' defenses. His key passes (51) and dribbling into the third zone of the offensive last season were the highest in the team, and his ability to hold the ball can create more opportunities for assaulters such as Anthony Gordon. However, 22-year-old Simmons has hidden dangers in physical confrontation. He sometimes exposes his defensive shortcomings in the Bundesliga, but Howe may be able to cover up his lack of balls through tactical design. Midfielders such as Jolington, Tonali and Guimaras have excellent defensive skills and their tough styles support Simmons. There are reports that Liverpool is targeting striker Isaac, and Newcastle fans are worried that the club is preparing for the loss of the core. The team is currently closely linked to high-priced targets such as Ellanga, Joao Pedro and Simmons, and has also been revealed to be interested in strengthening the defense.

Fulham likes Turkish Super League attacker

It is reported that Fulham is negotiating this summer to introduce Turkish Super League Goztep forward Romulo Cardoso. Romulo initially joined Goztep on loan from Athletic Barana and completed a permanent transfer in January this year about a year later. The 23-year-old made 46 appearances during his time at a Turkish club, contributing 22 goals and 13 assists. In the 2024-25 season, he became the team's top scorer in the league with 13 goals in 29 games, and also gave 9 assists in the Turkish Super League, showing creativity. With his outstanding performance, the Brazilian striker is now associated with the Premier League. According to British media reports, Fulham is pushing for a deal, hoping to include Romulo in Marco Silva's lineup before the 2025-26 season. The farmer had previously offered a quotation of €16 million plus a floating clause, but it has been rejected. However, they did not back down because of this and were still negotiating with Goztep on a potential transfer. According to reports, signing the young forward is one of Fulham's top priorities in the transfer window this summer. The pursuit of Romulo at this time coincides with the future of Rodrigo Moonis falling into transfer rumors - Leeds United was mentioned as the next one, but Fulham insisted that the Brazilian player is not a product. There is a view that if Romulo is successfully introduced, Fulham may reconsider Munis' stay or stay. However, Silva may hope to have three centers in the new season, Romulo, Munis and Raul Jimenez, to offset the injury through the depth of the lineup. In fact, Fulham is more likely to see Romulo as a replacement for striker Carlos Vinicius with an expiring contract, rather than Munici's successor.