Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Newcastle United have reached an agreement to sign promising Malaga youngster Antonio Cordero.
Newcastle are expected to ramp up their recruitment when the summer transfer window opens, with sporting director Paul Mitchell preparing for the possibility of Champions League football on Tyneside.
Indeed, the Magpies boast a fantastic squad with star players in many positions, but their depth beyond the starting eleven is slim, which will be difficult for Howe to manage with the extra games added to the schedule next season.
The North East giants are currently fourth in the Premier League table ahead of their clash with Crystal Palace tomorrow evening; if they can extend their five-game unbeaten streak, they could climb into third, earning an advantage on their competitors.
Mitchell will be in the driving seat to add further quality to the team when the season is over, and ensuring that high-quality players are both retained and recruited will be essential for Newcastle’s ambitions of success.
The former Monaco recruiter has spoken out about the importance of signing and developing young talent on Tyneside:
“Scouting and recruiting emerging talent is an essential part of building a sustainable future, particularly within the current PSR framework, so the market is fiercely competitive.”
Today, Italian journalist has reported that Mitchell has completed his first deal of 2025 for a future prospect with the signing of Malaga talent Antonio Cordero confirmed:
“EXCL: Newcastle have completed deal to sign Spanish 18 year old talent Antonio Cordero from Malaga, here we go!”
“Announcement set to take place for Cordero to join #NUFC project.”
“Barça and Real Madrid were both keen on signing Cordero; he picked Newcastle.”
What can Newcastle fans expect from the summer?
Beating Real Madrid and Barcelona to the signing of Cordero is a promising sign of how attractive the project at Newcastle has become and will hopefully be the start of things to come.
Last summer, supporters were left disappointed with the club’s approach to recruitment and will be keeping a close eye on any potential transfer that could happen over the coming months.
A right winger and centre-back seem to be the priority for the club when adding depth to the immediate first team, but depending on Callum Wilson’s future could also be in the market for a striker too.
Newcastle continue to be constantly linked to experienced players across Europe with Dean Huijsen, Jonathan David, Tyler Dibling and Liam Delap all being named as potential targets.
With that being said, it’s an exciting time to be a Newcastle fan and following the historic success of this season, it will be interesting to see how they take their ambition to the next level.
