The hefty salary Newcastle United have continued to pay Jeff Hendrick, who last played for the club in December, 2021, tells you that. Adarabioyo and Kelly certainly feel like sensible targets in that regard as athletic, intelligent defenders who are comfortable on the ball. If a deal is done, Kelly would represent the first former Bournemouth player Howe has signed for Newcastle, which shows how highly the Magpies boss rates him. "He's got everything he needs to be a top player," Howe once said. Adarabioyo, meanwhile, took the bold step of turning down a new contract and leaving boyhood club Manchester City in 2020.

Source: Metro May 23, 2024 18:37 UTC