The Paris Saint-Germain ‘keeper would be an excellent addition to the Newcastle United squad this summer.
Reports emanating from France today suggest that the Magpies are lining up a move for PSG stopper Alphonse Areola, according to French media outlet France Football.
Rafa Benitez is rumoured to be on the look-out for a top-class goalkeeper, with Karl Darlow attracting attention from Middlesbrough, according to the Guardian.
Areola in action during a loan spell with Villarreal
The 24-year-old Frenchman impressed for Unai Emery’s side last term, conceding 21 goals in 22 outings, whilst displaying a cool and calm influence on his back-line.
Standing at 6ft 3in, Areola is commanding in the air, and a fantastic shot stopper, He also possesses wonderful leadership skills for someone so young – something that would surely appeal to Benitez.
His height and frame make him ideally suited to the Premier League, and with the opportunity of regular first-team football, he could become one of the world’s best in his particular position.
The Frenchman would undoubtedly be a fantastic signing for Newcastle, but whether the Ligue 1 giants will be prepared to sanction his exit remains to be seen.
Alphonse Areola in action
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