According to a report by Give Me Sport, Johan Bakayoko is the subject of interest from Newcastle United. Eddie Howe is an admirer of the PSV Eindhoven winger’s creative ability and “his determination to keep the width and willingness to cut inside when on the ball”. However, the Magpies “are becoming less certain that he would be a risk-free acquisition”.
Johan Bakayoko has come leaps and bounds since breaking into the first-team squad at PSV Eindhoven. A native of Overijse, the youngster spent most of his formative years in Belgium, passing through the academies at Tempo Overijse, OH Leuven, Club Brugge, KV Mechelen, and RSC Anderlecht. However, he graduated from the youth division at PSV Eindhoven a few seasons ago,
The 22-year-old has been a mainstay in the final third for PSV Eindhoven in the last few seasons, and his output has been impressive throughout his spell with the first team. Bakayoko has contributed to 15 goals in 44 appearances across all competitions by finding the back of the net 12 times and providing three assists.
Meanwhile, Bakayoko’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs across Europe. Premier League bigwigs, in particular, are keen on signing the Belgian international, with Newcastle United among the prospective suitors vying for his signature heading into the summer transfer window.
Newcastle United’s interest in Johan Bakayoko makes sense. The Tyneside outfit parted ways with Miguel Almiron in the winter transfer window but did not fill the vacant spot. So, the Magpies will dip their toes in the market for a wide attacker this summer, with the PSV Eindhoven winger emerging as a viable target.
Eddie Howe, in particular, is an admirer of his creative ability and “his determination to keep the width and willingness to cut inside when on the ball”. However, a summer move to Newcastle United might not see the light of day for the PSV Eindhoven winger.
The Magpies “are becoming less certain that he would be a risk-free acquisition”.
