The Times have named a number of domestic talents on Eddie Howe’s radar this summer. He is one of the few local journalists who has commented on our interest in Espanyol stopper Joan Garcia, with much of the noise coming from Spain. Hardy also reveals that Newcastle are determined to lower the age of their squad this summer, suggesting the majority of our summer signings will be aged 24 and under. Alongside Quansah (22), Ramsey (24), Trafford (22) and Rudoni (23), Marc Guehi (24) fits that bill, although The Times have stressed that Newcastle will not be spending £60m-plus on the Crystal Palace captain, who is now approaching the final 12 months of his contract. Newcastle attempted to replace him with Liam Delap, 22, but were beaten to a £30m deal by Chelsea.

Source: The Times June 03, 2025 05:45 UTC