According to Le10sport, France boss Didier Deschamps has advised reported Newcastle United target Lucas Hernandez against moving clubs this summer.
The Bayern Munich defender has been linked with a potential summer switch.
Hernandez only joined Bayern from Atletico Madrid last summer in a £72 million. However, the versatile defender has struggled for game time in Bavaria.
Capable of playing at both left-back and centre-back, the emergence of Alphonso Davies plus David Alaba’s form at centre-back has restricted Hernandez.
According to Bild, Newcastle’s potential new owners want to take advantage of his situation.
The Magpies are in the middle of a Saudi billionaire takeover. The new owners may want to make a statement signing, and Hernandez is among those considered.
Le10sport, however, claim Deschamps has advised the player against leaving Bayern.
The French editorial say Paris Saint-Germain are also keen, while a move to the French capital interests the player. But, Deschamps warns a move could hinder his Euro chances.
The global health crisis has pushed the European Championships to 2021.
Newcastle signing Hernandez from Bayern was always going to be a long shot. But, the Tyneside club can look forward to an exciting summer ahead.
Steve Bruce’s side convincing beat Sheffield United 3-0 on their return to Premier League action. Now, with survival all-but assured, the club can focus on strengthening the squad.
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