The PSV Eindhoven forward would have been a chance worth taking for Newcastle United.
Brighton & Hove Albion are set to secure the signing of Jurgen Locadia from PSV Eindhoven, but Newcastle United really should have considered making a move for the talented forward.
Locadia, known for his strength and powerful shots, is set to join Brighton in a £14 million move, as reported by Sky Sports.
Capable of playing on either flank but most frequently deployed as a central striker, Locadia has been hugely impressive in the Eredivisie this season as he has scored nine goals and provided six assists.
Meanwhile, scoring goals has been a major problem for Newcastle with Joselu, their top scorer this season, having found the net on just four occasions across all competitions.
Newcastle need to act quickly to improve their attacking resources in this month’s transfer window as they look to ensure that they avoid relegation to the Championship.
Not making an approach for Locadia, a player who, at the age of 24 could make an impact both now and over an extended period, feels like an opportunity missed for Newcastle but they must immediately search for an alternative to address a major issue with their squad.
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