Newcastle United are working on a deal to sign Kenedy from Chelsea on a permanent deal.
According to a report in the Northern Echo, Newcastle United are already making plans to tie down Kenedy on a long-term contract, and that looks like a very smart move.
Kenedy’s form at Newcastle has alerted the attentions of a number of leading European clubs to the winger’s talents.
The likes of Tottenham Hotspur, Bayern Munich and PSG have all been linked with the Chelsea man recently, as reported by Sky Sports.
However, Newcastle are in position to steal a march on the competition, and they may have a chance to wrap up a deal before any other party has a chance.
With Newcastle’s safety confirmed, Rafael Benitez’s side are said to be ready to move to secure Kenedy’s signature already.
Newcastle are in the advantageous position of having Kenedy in the building, and being able to discuss terms with him before the transfer window opens.
And the Magpies’ using their current position of power to their benefit looks like a smart strategy, as they have a chance to wrap up his transfer before any other club even has an opportunity to talk with the Brazilian.
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