Newcastle United’s 2024 summer transfer window was a relief, a period of damage control that allowed the Magpies to fend off the threat of relegation. While it was far from ideal, the club managed to retain some of its most talented players, and Eddie Howe’s vision for the future remains alive and well.
The only sour note, however, was the failure to sign a right winger. Miguel Almiron and Jacob Murphy have tried to provide width on the flank, but they lack the quality and pace needed to take Eddie Howe’s attack to the next level.
In recent weeks, speculation has swirled around the potential signing of Antoine Semenyo, the 24-year-old Bournemouth winger who has burst onto the scene with his explosive pace and skill. According to Football Insider, Newcastle are one of several clubs keen on the player, with Tottenham Hotspur also in the running.
Semenyo’s impressive form has seen him collect a number of individual awards, including the Player and Goal of the Month accolades. His stock is high, and it’s easy to see why Newcastle are so keen on signing him.
But can they get him? Football Insider reports that Bournemouth are holding out for a fee of around £50m, which could be a stretch for the Magpies. We may be looking at a repeat of the Anthony Elanga saga, where Newcastle’s £50m bid was rejected by Nottingham Forest on deadline day.
As the window struggles to produce a solution, fans’ attention is turning to Yankuba Minteh, the 20-year-old Brighton & Hove Albion winger. Minteh has been hailed for his “special” qualities, and it’s easy to see why. His pace, skill, and technique have all caught the eye, and some believe he could be the perfect fit for Eddie Howe’s system.
The debate will rage on, but one thing is clear: Newcastle need a right winger, and it’s time for the club to get creative in their pursuit. Whether it’s Semenyo or Minteh, or someone entirely new, the Magpies must find a player who can provide the width and pace needed to take their attack to the next level.
For now, fans will have to content themselves with watching from the sidelines as the transfer saga unfolds. But with the Magpies’ reputation for taking risks and beating the odds, there’s always hope that a solution will be found. Will it be Semenyo, Minteh, or someone else? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: Newcastle United’s 2024 summer transfer window was just the beginning of a long and winding road to success.
