newcastle united There is a possibility of signing a goalkeeper in the summer and there will be a few names on their list.
Earlier this month, Sport Witness Covered claims from Germany Newcastle United are targeting Werder Bremen goalkeeper Mio Backhaus. He is valued at around €12m and is seen as a reasonable signing.
He joined the Bundesliga team's academy in 2018 and earned a place in their first team in 2021.
The 22-year-old spent the 2023/24 season on loan at FC Volendam and has been Werder Bremen's No. 1 over the past two seasons. They have five clean sheets and have conceded 56 goals in 32 games this season.
Newcastle United keen on Backhaus
At the weekend, the stopper started in Werder Bremen's 2-0 defeat at home to Borussia Dortmund. It was his last match of the season as the German club finished in 15th place.
image Mio Backhaus received a standing ovation from the home supporters for avoiding a heavy defeat with several saves. After the match, he and his teammates thanked the fans for their support.
At the time, the goalkeeper appeared 'remarkably emotional, his eyes slightly moist' and Bild suggested he was saying goodbye to Werder Bremen.
ARD asked about his future and he said: "We're spending two or three nights away with the team. Then I'll think about it."
He will join his teammates on the trip to Ibiza, after which the German club will have to make a decision on his future.
Bild say 'Newcastle United are interested' while SC Freiburg are also in the race to sign him.
If their current No. 1, Noah Atubolu, moves elsewhere and they qualify for the Champions League by beating Aston Villa in the Europa League final, the track towards Freiburg could heat up even more. In short, the Magpies will face competition to sign Backhaus.
Werder Bremen officials hint at sale
Their manager, Daniel Thiouane, wishes to retain Mio Backhaus, but would accept it if he was sold.
"It would be desirable to keep Mio Backhaus in the team. He was one of the few bright spots and winners this season. If Backhaus decides to leave, I will accept it." He said.
Werder Bremen managing director Clemens Fritz suggests the sale of Stomper is necessary for financial recovery.
"Mio Backhaus has had a fantastic season, which no one could have predicted. We are dependent on transfer revenue. We will have to see what happens in the next few weeks," Fritz explained.
Newcastle United awaits Aston Villa result
Eddie Howe's side will be hoping the Villans beat SC Freiburg in the Europa League final on Wednesday.
This would improve Newcastle United's chances of convincing Mio Backhaus to select him for their Bundesliga squad.
transfer market The goalkeeper is valued at €12m, who is under contract at Werder Bremen until 2028.
