Top brass at Newcastle United could be faced for a big January transfer battle in order to keep forward Aleksandar Mitrovic, according to the Northern Echo.
The Serbian forward is thought to be of interest to Italian giants Napoli, who are said to be considering a £14m move for St. James’ Park cult-hero.
As popular as the 22-year-old is with the fans, the form of Dwight Gayle has largely kept him at bay as Rafa Benitez tries to restore the Magpies to the Premier League at the first time of asking.
A big summer signing from Anderlecht last summer, he’s struggled for form and fitness in equal measure on Tyneside, though has been in good form of late.
Handed a starting berth during the club’s recent doubleheader with Preston North End, Mitrovic bagged four goals in two games against the Lilywhites, while also providing an assist in the recent win over Cardiff.
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