According to Sky Sports, Fulham have submitted a €10m (£9m) bid to sign Kevin Mbabu, who left Newcastle in 2017.
What’s the story?
Well, it was Rafa Benitez who sold the 27-year-old back in 2017, after he made just five appearances for the Magpies.
Now, Mbabu could be returning to the Premier League with Fulham, who are on the hunt for a new right-back.
Marco Silva had Neco Williams on loan from Liverpool to help in that area last season, although the Wales international could now join Nottingham Forest on a permanent basis.
As a result, Mbabu is being targeted, with a £9m bid already sent to VfL Wolfsburg.
Sky Sports believe the Cottagers are still awaiting a response, although they find themselves in a decent negotiating position as the Switzerland international’s contract expires next summer.
Mbabu has impressed since swapping the Premier League for the Bundesliga, while he has also gained Champions League experience during his time with VfL Wolfsburg.
Last season, he made 31 appearances in all competitions, playing predominately as a right-back despite also being used as a right wing-back at times.
Fulham could embarrass Newcastle
In our view, if Mbabu returns to the Premier League and continues to deliver impressive performances, many will question why Newcastle let him go.
Some Newcastle fans were already asking that question themselves after seeing the Swiss defender shine over in Germany, and we believe the rest of the Premier League will do the same if he does well for Fulham.
In truth, Mbabu would’ve been a good signing for the Magpies last year, although the arrival of Kieran Trippier means there is no need for another right-back at St James’ Park anymore.
Mbabu even revealed to The Athletic that he is determined to prove Newcastle were wrong to let him go, which could benefit Fulham if their £9m bid is accepted.
Keep an eye on this situation, as the Cottagers should soon receive a response.
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