Newcastle United are said to be keen on full-back Mario Fernandes, but he’d cost a big fee.
Newcastle United fans cannot believe they are being linked with a £26 million move for Mario Fernandes.
However, Newcastle fans find it very hard to believe that they would spend so much money on a full-back who is 28-years-old.
Benitez is fighting to be given more freedom to sign experienced players, as he discusses his future with Ashley.
Benitez’s current deal at St. James’ Park is due to expire in a matter of weeks, and there are fears that he could leave Newcastle.
Even if Ashley does relent with his transfer policy, which usually ensures that Newcastle target younger players, it seems highly unlikely that Fernandes would be a target.
Newcastle may be on the look out for a right-back, but they are likely to invest more of their budget in strengthening in other positions, which are in more urgent need of improvement.
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