Newcastle United transfer rumors as the Magpies ‘join the race to sign a new player

A look at the latest Newcastle United transfer rumors

A round-up of the latest Newcastle United transfer rumors on Saturday, February 11.

Bayer Leverkusen ‘open to’ Moussa Diaby sale

Bayer Leverkusen could be open to the sale of Moussa Diaby this summer following a disappointing campaign to date, according to the German outlet Bild.

Both Arsenal and Newcastle have previously been linked to the France international who is contracted to the Bundesliga club until 2025.

German media previously claimed the Bundesliga outfit would ask for a fee in the region of €100million for the young French winger. Having spent money in January to bring in Anthony Gordon, it remains to be seen whether Eddie Howe and his side are looking to invest in another wide attacker, or whether they see that position as now catered for.

Newcastle joins Liverpool and Man City in race for Japan star

90min claim Liverpool, Newcastle, and Manchester City have joined Tottenham in the race for Japan attacking midfielder Daichi Kamada. The 26-year-old’s contract with Eintracht Frankfurt due is set to expire at the end of the current campaign.

Having helped Frankfurt lift the Europa League in a penalty-shootout win over Rangers last season, the midfielder has gone from strength to strength, with 13 goals and five assists in 27 appearances in all competitions.

Several Premier League clubs, including Tottenham Hotspur and Everton, are said to be interested in signing Kamada on a free transfer in the summer.