Rafael Benitez is said to want to sign Miguel Almiron for Newcastle United in January.
Newcastle United fans have generally delivered positive reviews on Miguel Almiron after watching him in the MLS Cup final.
Almiron’s Atlanta United side won 2-0 against Portland Timbers to life the trophy, with the attacking midfielder playing a starring role.
The reported Newcastle target may not have scored, but he was a constant threat to the Timbers’ backline.
And Newcastle fans have been very encouraged by what they have seen from the player Benitez is said to want at St. James’ Park in January.
Benitez is thought to want Almiron as he is eager to increase the creativity available to him at St. James’ Park.
The Magpies have not scored frequently this season, and Almiron could increase their attacking threat over the second half of the campaign.
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