Newcastle's January Focus Is Targeting A Centre Back & Right Winger

Newcastle United is reportedly planning beyond the start of the season, with a focus on two positions during the January transfer window. Sporting director Ross Wilson, head coach Matthias Jaissle and the recruitment team are said to have identified a young centre-back and a right-sided attacker as priorities, though deals are not guaranteed. The club’s recruitment push has leaned toward younger talent with long-term development potential, expected to continue into 2027. In defense, Newcastle has experienced cover in Fabian Schär and Dan Burn, with longer-term options such as Sven Botman and Malick Thiaw; interest in another young centre-back would support succession planning. For the right wing, Jacob Murphy remains important and Anthony Elanga can also play there, but a younger option is being considered. One linked name is Sporting CP winger Geny Catamo, valued around €60 million.